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Hospice could forgo funding

Society presents offer to Fraser Health while standing firm against MAiD SANDOR GYARMATI

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It looks like the leadership of the Delta Hospice Society is willing to forgo substantial funding from Fraser Health by refusing to provide Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD).

An article last week in the BC Catholic featured an interview with board president Angelina Ireland who was quoted as saying that MAiD is incompatible with hospice palliative care and the society would rather lose funding than offer assisted deaths.

The article noted the society would rather give up $750,000 of the $1.4 million in annual government funding. By forgoing more than 50 per cent of its government funding, Delta Hospice would be exempt from having to provide medically assisted deaths, Ireland claimed.

The society reportedly made the offer to the government but there’s no indication that such deal would be accepted.

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Delta Hospice Society board president Angelina Ireland says MAiD is incompatible with hospice palliative care.

Ireland acknowledged the lost funding would force the hospice to seek new revenue sources.

The Optimist reached out to Ireland for further comment but she was unavailable.

Fraser Health has given the society a Feb. 3 dead-

line to agree to provide MAiD at the Irene Thomas Hospice in Ladner.

Health Minister Adrian Dix has previously said the hospice society could face “consequences” should it not fulfill its contract with Fraser Health. Dix said the society is within its rights

not to provide MAiD, but said when it comes to government funding, Delta Hospice couldn’t have it both ways.

Legal in Canada since 2016, MAiD has not been provided by Delta Hospice, although its previous board, just before

the society’s annual general meeting late last year, did vote in favour of providing medically assisted deaths.

That decision was quickly overturned by the new board.

In a letter to staff, volunteers and members, Ireland stated the new board’s motion was based on two independent legal opinions that MAiD is not compatible with the purposes of Delta Hospice Society as stated in its constitution.

Opponents of providing MAiD say that because the procedure is available elsewhere, it should not be forced upon Delta Hospice.

After the federal government passed legislation permitting medical assistance in dying, Fraser Health approved its policy that mandates hospices provide the procedure.

Dying with Dignity Canada has stated Delta Hospice should abide by Fraser Health’s policy that MAiD be provided in all non-faith-based facilities under its jurisdiction.

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Cloverdale-Langley City MP Tamara Jansen and several of her Conservative colleagues are weighing in on the Delta Hospice Society feud with Fraser Health over Medical Assistance in Dying.

In a letter last week to B.C. Health Minister Adrian Dix, the MPs said the health region should not threaten to cancel funding or terminate its lease with the society for not providing MAiD at the Irene Thomas Hospice in Ladner.

“If the FHA terminates

its funding contract or cancels its lease with DHS, then the 10 palliative care beds available at the ITH will be in jeopardy. These options are on the table as pressure is mounting from FHA for the on-site provision of MAiD to be implemented at the ITH,” they stated.

“This course of action is uncalled for and unnecessary. The public impression is that the FHA is using vulnerable persons as political bargaining chips. Refusing to offer a dying patient access to an available palliative care bed is unethical and inhumane.”

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The letter, which was also signed by MPs Arnold Viersen, Garnett Genius, Cathay Wagantall, Rosemarie Falk, Dane Lloyd, Rachael Harder and Jeremy Patzer, went on to note that a joint submission from the Canadian Hospice and Palliative Care Association and the Canadian Society of Palliative Care Physicians described MAiD and palliative care as fundamentally separate practices, distinct legally and philosophically.

In a statement, Jansen said she is disappointed the government is threatening the hospice unless

staff members are willing to betray personal beliefs and participate in the taking of lives through MAiD. “I recognize that this is a complex issue, and I respect everyone’s right to hold different views.

That’s why I’m joining with fellow MPs to call upon Health Minister Adrian Dix and Fraser Health to respect the right of medical professionals to exercise their freedom of conscience.”

Last month when asked about the new DHS society board reversing a previous board decision to allow MAiD, Dix told reporters medically assisted deaths

have been legal in Canada since 2016.

Saying the procedure is available under the strictest of conditions and is a matter of personal choice, Dix pointed out “almost all” of Delta Hospice’s costs are paid for by Fraser Health and the public.

Dix said his first obligation is to the patients, adding, “Delta Hospice can decide it doesn’t want to continue to receive support from the Fraser Health Authority in its mission. They can choose to do that. But you can absolutely have it your way. But, of course, you can’t have it both ways.”

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East Ladner residents seeking relief from odours emanating from a 72nd Street composting facility are going to have to wait at least a couple of months longer.

GFL Environmental Inc. was granted an interim relief application by the Environmental Appeal Board last week to extend the construction deadline of an enclosed facility designed to reduce odours that have been a point of contention with the community since 2004.

The original deadline, as stipulated in an air quality permit issued by Metro Vancouver, was for the enclosed facility to be in place by March 1, 2020, but with the granting of the interim relief application, GFL has an additional two months to complete construction and transition the current operation to the new facility.

The new facility must now be enclosed by May 1, 2020.

Residents have been fighting the permit since June when Environmental Appeal Board hearings began in Tsawwassen. The hearings then moved to Richmond in November.

In all, there has been 30 days of testimony thus far

Peggy Richardson with 10 more days of testimony scheduled to start on March 9 in Richmond.

While GFL was submitting its interim relief application, the resident appellants countered with their own application, asking the board to amend the permit to stop GFL from receiving food waste until the building was enclosed and to cover the existing exposed compost piles from rain, which residents say causes the compost to go anaerobic and produce even more odours.

Resident appellants’ spokesperson Peggy Richardson said their application was denied as the board said it did not meet the threshold for a temporary relief application.

“Essentially we are once again being asked to endure the ‘signature’ smell as it has been decided by Metro Vancouver to exclude food waste from the landfill, yet ignores the

quality of life and health concerns of the residents,” said Richardson.

She said when the hearing reconvenes, residents will show the board that Metro Vancouver processes, decisions and the air quality permit have failed to protect the residents of East Ladner.

“We contend GFL is not in compliance,” she said.

“Composting is a good thing when done properly.

Europe has been composting food waste for 40 years, but this is a relatively new industry in North America obviously without proper standards and oversight.

All levels of government need good policies and testing to get this right.”

The Optimist sent several requests for interviews and comments to GFL this week, but those requests went unanswered.

Metro Vancouver district director Ray Robb said although it did argue many of the points as well, this is really between GFL and the residents.

“We really don’t have a position. If we made arguments it was kind of on behalf of the residents, but generally, the law is the law and we will enforce the law as it stands,” said Robb. “The EAB has made their determination based on arguments put forward so that’s what it is.”

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Case of missing garbage can lid quickly closed South Delta Crime Beat

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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• Jan. 12, 1:50 p.m., 5200-block of Booth Road: Complainant reported someone had attempted to break and enter his vehicle sometime overnight. The rear driver’s side window was smashed, activating the alarm and causing the suspect(s) to leave. Nothing was taken from the vehicle.

• Jan. 12, 4:15 p.m., 5300-block of Chamberlayne Avenue: Complainant reported her unlocked vehicle had been entered overnight while parked in her driveway and a backpack with baby items had been stolen. Items were located nearby and property was returned to the

grateful owner.

• Jan. 14, 7:42 a.m., 4700-block of 57th Street: A report was received of tools being stolen from a work vehicle while parked at a residence. No point of entry was identified as vehicle was left unlocked. Husky tool bag, Makita drill, Dewalt drill bits, Husky rubber mallet, Stanley level, drill batteries, Dewalt shoulder bag and a gas card were taken. Total estimated value of tools: $1,500.

• Jan. 14, 8:56 a.m., 4600-block of 51st Street: Police attended for a late report of vandalism of spray paint on school walls. Paint was washable and did not cause damage. Youth representing the Grad 2020 class spoken to and will be dealt with further by the school administration.

• Jan. 14, 11:01 a.m., 3100-block of Highway 17: While driving in an 80 km/h zone on icy road conditions with light snow falling, a Delta officer observed a Dodge Caravan approaching at a high rate of speed estimated at 130 km/h. Radar activated and van speed confirmed at 124 km/h. Driver charged with excessive speeding and issued a notice of impoundment. Vehicle towed and driver left scene in a taxi.

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1000-block of Jackson Way: Police attended a reported theft of a garbage can lid. Complainant believed the lid to be stolen as the bin itself remained in its original position unmoved by the wind and no signs of animals were observed. Upon arrival, the officer located the lid under a thin layer of snow on the front lawn approximately five metres from the bin. Complainant was elated to have it back and was thankful for police response.

• Jan. 13, 7:01 p.m.,

5000-block of Canoe Pass Way: An employee reported a theft in progress. An unknown male entered the store and selected multiple items before making his way to the rear of the store and left through the emergency exit. Some items recovered on scene and total value of goods taken was $239.

• Jan. 13, 7:51 p.m., 1300-block of 56th Street: A vehicle was observed travelling with a faulty front driver’s side wheel. A vehicle stop was conducted and the offi-

cer noted a distinct smell of liquor on the driver’s breath. The approved screening device demand was read and both tests resulted in “fail.” Driver was served an immediate roadside prohibition and vehicle impoundment documents. Vehicle was towed and police gave driver a ride home.

• Jan. 18, 4:14 p.m., 1200-block of 56th Street: Store staff reported an unknown male stole two 1.14L bottles of vodka. Police checked area but he was gone on arrival.

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and expect construction of the building to begin in early 2020,” Tanya Gabara, director of public relations, told the Optimist. “It has been our experience with projects such as this that it is best to open all of the amenities at once as opposed to a phased approach. As such, it is our plan to adjust the projected opening so that all the spectacular amenities of Cascades Casino Delta are ready for guests at the grand opening.”

Gateway had previously targeted an opening in late 2020.

Gabara added Gateway is continuing to work closely with BCLC to determine the casino floor layout and product mix.

About 4,000 adults from Delta are registered to play at casinos elsewhere in the region, so a built-in market is already there, according the BCLC during the application phase. The lottery corporation also stated a Delta casino would also serve a wider market south of the Fraser River.

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That’s according to Gateway Casino & Entertainment Ltd., which has confirmed a timeline for the opening of Cascades Casino Delta.

During an investor conference call this month on Gateway’s planned merger with Leisure Acquisition Corp. to create a publiclytraded company valued at nearly $1.5 billion, it was reported that the $87-million Cascades Casino Delta is scheduled to be completed in the fourth quarter of 2021.

Gateway is also engaged with a third party to build and operate a hotel on the property.

Located at the former Delta Town & Country Inn site in Ladner, the facility will include a 40,000-square-foot gaming floor with up to 600 slot machines and 30 gaming tables, as well as a Match Eatery & Public House, a buffet and Atlas Steak + Fish restaurant.

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Delta teachers are giving extra time, as well as money out of their own pockets, to improve the classroom experience, something long unaccounted for in school budgets, Delta school trustees were told last week.

Representing the Delta Teachers’ Association, local teacher Mahima Lamba made a presentation to the Delta board of education to explain how teachers are providing many extras in the classroom, asking that more funding be given to schools.

“The reason why public teachers do this is simple: quality public education is a goal Delta teachers are committed to. In the interest of the shared goal of advocating for a highquality learning environment for Delta students, teachers are bringing their gifts to education directly to the board to make public what they are providing,” she said.

“As most teachers do not seek attention for their good deeds, many of these good-hearted intentions are going unnoticed and

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A representative of the Delta Teachers’ Association says teachers provide many extras in the classroom.

undocumented. While public recognition is not the goal for individual teachers, these gifts provide a significant support to the public education system,” she added.

Lamba provided several examples of teachers going the extra mile, including volunteering for extracurricular sports, spending time with parents, providing extra support for students, and supplying resources, toys and even food, all out of their love for teaching.

Asked how much funding would be required so teachers wouldn’t have to dip into their own pockets, Lamba noted that while charity is admirable, it’s not the answer. She

said fundraising can lead to inequities between schools and undue hardships for families.

Members of the board of education, including chair Val Windsor, a former DTA president and longtime teacher, said trustees recognize all that teachers do and appreciate them.

Delta Secondary teacher Casey Mynott recently told the Optimist he’s spent thousands of hours and his own money to support his technology students.

The B.C. Teachers Federation, which is still without a new contract, has also noted how teachers are paying out of pocket for school supplies and other resources for students.

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very relationship is going to have its ups and downs, so it’s not surprising the one between the Delta community and the film industry has hit some rough patches over the years. A public meeting last week at Harris Barn attempted to smooth out the most recent wrinkles, although it was a statement from Delta’s top bureaucrat that just might be the most telling line uttered that evening.

There’s absolutely no doubt the film industry is a big player in these parts, employing thousands and injecting millions into B.C.’s economy annually.

When films crews come to town they’re typically accommodating and generous as they recognize they’re plying their trade in our back yard, although every now and then things go off the rails, whether that’s because one of those crews is not quite as courteous as it should be or due to the fact filming fatigue has set in as a result of multiple shoots.

City hall has grappled with the issue over the years, at one point not long ago proposing a three-week cooling off period so certain sites (read Ladner Village) don’t get overwhelmed by a constant stream of film crews, but last week’s meeting, where the public was able to voice concerns, showed that despite the best of intentions from all sides, there are still times when there’s conflict.

That’s why it was heartening to hear city manager Sean McGill’s declaration that when it comes to filming, residents and businesses are Delta’s priority.

There are definitely people out there who don’t feel that’s been the case, so it’s encouraging to hear the city’s top bureaucrat make such a pronouncement.

I think the vast majority of interactions with film crews are positive, but when they’re not, residents and merchants expect city hall to have their backs, provided, of course, they have a legitimate beef. It only seems reasonable that those who live and set up shop here, the ones who pay the freight in terms of property taxes, should have assurances they won’t be inconvenienced to any significant extent.

That’s not to suggest crews aren’t welcome to film here, because they certainly are, but the ground rules must be such that the future isn’t filled with more meetings where members of the public gather to vent their frustrations.

Farmers of all ages recognize Mother Nature always wins

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ust before Christmas, and now early in 2020, I have been spending time with young farmers in the Delta School District choosing seed for spring planting. The kids learn how to read a seed chart so they know what they can grow and when.

Since we are working in limited space, I try to guide them with 10 vegetable selections that grow easily, quickly and don’t take up too many square feet.

They are then on their own and vote on the top five plants they would like to grow. These are the first five veggies planted in the spring. During this process, I emphasize that sometimes our plans don’t work out and that we are very much at the mercy of Mother Nature.

This was certainly the case for potato farmers in Delta and the lower Fraser Valley this past fall when it rained 18 of 30 days, preventing farm vehicles from accessing fields for harvest. The result was 150 acres of spuds were left in the ground, 45 of which were lost by local farmer Peter Guichon. Brent Kelly, Jack Bates and others were all affected by the fall deluge.

All these lost spuds were a bonanza for the migrating snow goose population which hung around here much longer than usual. As is the case occasion-

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ally, the geese would fly back and forth from Westham Island to the Southlands feasting on the lost crops.

On a much broader level, the perils and paradoxes of the agrifood economy are obvious when you take a look at the Ministry of Agriculture website where two news releases in a week paint two opposite observations on the health of the sector.

The first news release, dated Dec. 13, 2019, “Buying BC like never before: 2018 record year for food sales,” describes increases in processing, an 11 per cent increase in seafood revenues, six per cent in agriculture sales, a 10 per cent increase in food exports and 2,300 new jobs in the food economy. The agri-food sector touched $15 billion for the first time. Sounds pretty impressive and good for us to be supporting

local food production.

A week later, on Dec. 20, 2019, the news is not as positive: “Increased Interim payments help BC farmers recover from 2019 losses.” Massive losses for grain production in the Peace country due to early snowfall, Okanagan cherry farmers losing crops to excessive rain and cranberry growers in the Fraser Valley losing fields due to a record setting freeze in February.

These contrasts are clear and should serve to remind us about realities in the world of farming, both small and large scale.

It is hoped that some of the students that I work with will pursue careers in farming and the agri-food economy. Several of them have gone from growing vegetables on their school farms to participating in the Farm Roots program here in Delta and hopefully some of them will take that progress further.

Whether you are a generational farmer who has been working the fields for decades, or you are a Grade 3 student planting your first seeds, remember to keep your eyes open, adapt and remember that Mother Nature wins every time.

Mike Schneider is founder of Project Pickle and likes to write about growing, cooking and eating food. He is a Jamie Oliver Food Revolution ambassador.

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Letters

TFSA & RRSP REMINDER

Police keep roads closed too long after collisions

Editor: Re: Icy roads blamed for crash that closed Hwy. 17, Jan. 16 I lived in Burnaby before moving to Tsawwassen 15 years ago. I’ve always used a car for work, shopping and entertainment, around Burnaby and Vancouver mostly, but also in the North Shore, Coquitlam and New Westminster.

At least from my experience, I can definitely say the Delta Police Department is much, much worse than any others when it comes to dealing with road accidents.

They drove me nuts when I was driving to work on River Road, often with a cruiser blocking the road and a cop informing you that you can’t drive through, sometimes with friendly advice how to get around, sometimes not.

Many times the only a way to get around was going back to Highway 99, then Highway 91, Nordel Way and back to River Road from the other side.

The most frustrating part was that many times there was not a serious accident,

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A letter writer would like to see the Delta police conduct crash investigations in a more timely manner so other motorists aren’t inconvenienced.

just a bit of debris on the road.

In other municipalities the side of the road with less or with no debris would be open for alternate traffic, but not in Delta.

Then there’s the amount of time for the investigation. How long do you need to look at the scene

and take measurements?

How about photos to look at them later? Have some vehicle with a lift for a photographer to take photos from above.

How about drone technology? The kids are using those.

I know it can be done.

Just do it.

Ed Jaworski

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If Delta Hospice wants to discriminate, it shouldn’t be receiving tax dollars

Editor: Re: Palliative care not compatible with MAiD, letter to the editor, Jan. 16 I find Patricia Stanyer’s letter confusing. No one who is receiving palliative care in a hospice is going to be “shunted aside when they are at the most vulnerable stage of life.” They are permitted to stay until their choice to die without assistance is complete.

It is the person who has also paid taxes all of their

life but chooses MAiD that is being shunted aside by Delta Hospice with the refusal to allow someone to exercise their legal right in a tax-funded facility.

It doesn’t sound like a very civilized community that forces someone who is dying to pack up and leave when they are at their most vulnerable stage of life just because they have come to a decision that none of us are in a place to judge.

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All physicians, organizations and associations are entitled to have their own mandates and philosophies but personal beliefs need to be separate from legal rights and if Delta Hospice wants to discriminate against a person’s choice on how to leave this life, it should not receive my tax dollars when it does not allow access to the services entitled to all Canadians.

Kristin Roberts

ALL FRAMES WITH THE PURCHASE OF LENSES

Snow day adds to list of time kids aren’t in school

Editor: Why do schools close when there is snow on the ground? In other provinces they go to school in much colder temperatures.

I am sure the children would love to go to school however they are being

prevented by adults (ie. school district employees).

Our children are growing up in a world of glass mirrors.

Everything has to be right, no negativity, no things out of the ordinary.

Between weeks of holi-

days, professional days, snow days (why not rainy days, windy days?), pretty soon the kids might as well stay home period.

Parents should send the unforeseen daycare costs to the school board.

Othmar Brunner

Press coverage gives couple its fame and fortune

Editor: Celebrity and TV star Meghan Markle and her celebrity husband Prince Harry feign a desire for privacy while courting

the press for all the fame and fortune its coverage gives them; and the press obliges them, of course, because covering them costs nothing while gener-

ating billions in advertising.

Posing and toadying.

Nauseating. Pass the bucket.

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A verdict in a Tsawwassen manslaughter trial is expected to be handed down in March.

After three more days of testimony in B.C. Supreme Court in New Westminster last week, all submissions

by Crown and defence are complete, according to Crown counsel David Simpkin.

Franco Douglas Sarra, a graduate of South Delta Secondary now living in Burnaby, is facing a manslaughter charge in con-

nection with the death of 53-year-old Russ Armfelt.

Armfelt was located unconscious early in the morning of Dec. 11, 2016 outside the rear of the Rose & Crown Pub. Despite efforts by paramedics to revive him, he later died.

Crown called nine civilian witnesses to the stand during a week-plus of testimony last fall. The witnesses provided testimony about the night in question and observations of the altercation outside the pub that led to Armfelt’s death.

The case was adjourned on Nov. 4 due to the unavailability of a key Crown witness — a forensic pathologist — who was unable to testify as he was recovering from a surgical procedure.

The forensic pathologist took the stand on Jan. 14, followed by Sarra in his own defence on Jan. 15.

Both Crown and defence presented closing arguments on Jan. 16.

The trial was then adjourned until March 13 when Justice Trevor Armstrong will render his decision.

Child seriously injured in River Rd. crash A young child received serious injuries after being hurt in a crash involving a suspected drunk driver last week in Delta.

According to Delta police, two vehicles collided head-on just before 10 p.m. on Jan. 14 in the 10100-block of River Road.

Police say a family of three was travelling westbound when the crash occurred. Officers arrested the sole occupant of the

other vehicle for suspected impaired driving.

That driver received minor injuries, while the other two occupants of the westbound vehicle also received injuries believed to be minor in nature.

“It’s absolutely unacceptable that a young child has received significant injuries,” said Insp.

Ciaran Feenan, head of the department’s patrol section. “People who

make the choice to drive impaired are being incredibly selfish. This incident has renewed our officers’ determination to make sure we take as many impaired drivers off the road as we can.”

The investigation is continuing and police are pursuing criminal impaired driving charges. The child was released from hospital on the weekend and is at home recovering.

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HAPPY LUNAR NEW YEAR! Wishing you happiness, good health, and prosperity throughout the Year of the Rat! – Mayor George V. Harvie and Delta Council

January 23, 2020 The Delta Optimist A11

PUBLIC HEARING - Tuesday, January 28, 2020 Delta City Council will hold a Public Hearing, in accordance with the Local Government Act, to consider the following proposed projects and related applications: Tuesday, January 28, 2020 7:00 p.m.

Council Chamber Delta City Hall 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent Delta, BC V4K 3E2

Development Variance Permit LU008909

A Council meeting is scheduled to immediately follow this Public Hearing in the event Council wishes to give further consideration to the projects at that time.

Mayor and Council City of Delta 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent Delta, BC V4K 3E2 Fax: 604-946-3390 Email: mayor-council@delta.ca

Project No. 1: Application for Rezoning (LU008883) Location: 9435 116 Street, as shown outlined in bold on MAP NO. 1 116 ST

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Staff Contact: Babak Behnia – 604.946.3269 Web Location: December 16, 2019 Regular Council Meeting Agenda Item E.06 Project No. 2: Application for Rezoning and Development Variance Permit (LU008909)

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Location: 11796 84 Avenue, as shown outlined in bold on MAP NO. 2

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To amend “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 7600, 2017” by rezoning the subject property from Single Detached Residential 1 (RS1) to Single Detached Residential 5 (RS5) in order to allow a two-lot subdivision and construction of a new single detached dwelling with an in-ground basement and secondary suite on each lot.

• To vary Section 41(2) of “Delta Subdivision and Development Standards Bylaw No. 7162, 2015” by reducing the 6m wide utility right-of-way requirement for the existing storm and sanitary sewer main lines to 5m along Lot 1.

Staff Contact: Sabrina Brar – 604.946.3332 Web Location: January 13, 2020 Regular Council Meeting Agenda Item E.04 Project No. 4: Application for Land Use Contract Discharge (LU008984) Location: 6787 Ryall Crescent, as shown outlined in bold on MAP NO. 4 Applicant: Jameel Ahmad Telephone: 604.518.7955 Proposal: Application for Land Use Contract Discharge in order to allow for the construction of a new single detached dwelling with an in-ground basement and a secondary suite on the subject property.

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To discharge Land Use Contract S.A. No 2740 from the subject property in order to expose the underlying Single Detached Residential 1 (RS1) zone.

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To amend the Mixed Use (Heritage) 5 (MU(H)5) designation to allow a density of 66 uph (27 upa) for the subject property.

Bylaw No. 7899 would not assign a new designation but would add an exemption to the maximum density of 50 uph (20 upa) for this site only.

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Proposal: Application for Rezoning and Development Variance Permit in order to permit subdivision and development of two single detached residential lots.

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• To vary Section 11.50.8 of “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 7600, 2017” for the Single Detached Residential (RS5) zone by reducing the minimum lot width for subdivision of a property designated Single Family Residential (SFR) in the Official Community Plan from 16m to 15m for proposed Lots 1 and 2.

To amend “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 7600, 2017” by rezoning the subject property from Single Detached Residential 1 (RS1) to Single Detached Residential 7 (RS7) in order to allow a two-lot subdivision and construction of a new single detached dwelling with an in-ground basement on each lot. No secondary suites are proposed.

Applicant: Baljit Parmar

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Proposal: Application for Rezoning and Development Variance Permit in order to permit subdivision and development of two single detached residential lots.

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Proposal: Application for Rezoning in order to permit subdivision and development of two single detached residential lots.

Location: 10970 River Road, as shown outlined in bold on MAP NO. 3

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Proposal: Application for Official Community Plan Amendment, Rezoning and Development Variance Permit in order to permit subdivision and development of two single detached residential lots and a coach house on each lot.

To amend “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 7600, 2017” by rezoning the subject property from Single Detached Residential 1 (RS1) to Comprehensive Development Zone No. 10 (CDZ10) to allow a two-lot subdivision, including a panhandle lot to the rear and a lot fronting Georgia Street, and construction of a single detached dwelling and a coach house on each lot.

Development Variance Permit LU008927 To vary the following provisions in “Delta Subdivision and Development Standards Bylaw No. 7162, 2015”: • Section 7.12 of Schedule A by waiving the requirement for proposed Lot 2 to have sufficient road frontage to accommodate construction of a standard driveway access; and • Section 7.12.1 of Schedule A by increasing the maximum travelled width of an urban residential driveway from 6m to 7.3m.

Staff Contact: Rachael Ward – 604.952.3153 Web Location: December 2, 2019 Regular Council Meeting Agenda Item E.02 Additional Information Additional information, copies of the bylaws, supporting staff reports, and any relevant documentation may be inspected from Wednesday, January 15, 2020 to Tuesday, January 28, 2020 at: City Hall:

Community Planning and Development Department

Hours:

8:30 am to 4:45 pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday (except statutory holidays) 8:30 am to 8:00 pm Thursday

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www.delta.ca cpd@delta.ca 604-946-3380

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Telephone: 778.889.1770

Project No. 3: Application for Rezoning and Development Variance Permit (LU008845)

Telephone: 604.338.5239

Correspondence addressed to Mayor and Council will form part of the public record for this Public Hearing. To be considered, correspondence must be received by the Office of the City Clerk no later than 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 28, 2020.

Applicant: Harjinder Lidhar

Web Location: January 13, 2020 Regular Council Meeting Agenda Item E.03

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Applicant: Howard Smid Telephone: 604.644.2754

Staff Contact: Sabrina Brar – 604.946.3332

Applicant: Ali Bajwa

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Should you have any concerns or comments you wish to communicate to Council in advance of the Public Hearing, you can write to:

Project No. 5: Application for Official Community Plan Amendment, Rezoning and Development Variance Permit. (LU008927)

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Any persons who believe that their interest in property will be affected by the proposed projects shall be given an opportunity to be heard at the Public Hearing on matters contained in the bylaws and/or proposed by the applications.

To vary section 11.70.8 of “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 7600, 2017” by reducing the minimum lot width from 11m to 10.9 m for proposed Lots 1 and 2.

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Date: Time: Place:

To amend “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 7600, 2017” by rezoning the subject property from Duplex/Single Residential 3 (RD3) to Single Detached Residential 7 (RS7) in order to allow a two-lot subdivision and construction of a new single detached dwelling with an in-ground basement on each lot.

No secondary suites are proposed.

Please note that Council may not receive further submissions from the public or interested persons concerning the project after the Public Hearing has concluded.

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The City of Delta is putting the final touches on its 2020 tax bill that will once again see the business sector, from retail to industry, shoulder a disproportionate share of the burden.

Although city hall has taken steps to shift the ratio in an bid to lighten that load, businesses are becoming more and more vocal about the negative impact property taxes are having on their viability.

City manager Sean McGill said Delta reviewed the issue four years ago when the Canadian Federation of Independent Business raised concerns.

At that time McGill said business had been paying around 3.36 times more than residential, a figure that’s decreased to just over three times.

The issue was also recently raised in a Fraser Institute report, Who Bears the Burden of Property Taxes in Canada’s Largest Metropolitan Areas? That report shows a business pays anywhere from double to four times as much in property taxes as a likevalued residential property in the Lower Mainland. At 3.04, Delta is just below the 3.15 average in that regard.

The report also shows light industry pays double to five times depending on the jurisdiction (Delta is at 2.96, which is below the regional average of 3.88), while major industry pays triple to 20 times as much as residential (Delta is at 11, above the 8.14 regional average).

Not only are property tax rates considerably higher for business than they are for residential, but rising assessments, in some instances based on future use for a property, are creating a double whammy that many are finding hard to overcome.

Randy Scott, owner of Randy’s Excel Tire & Auto Service in Tsawwassen, said he has no problem paying his fair share of property taxes, but thinks most people don’t realize the significant impact the tax situation has had on small businesses.

“We’re in the middle between B.C. Assessment’s assessment process and the city’s planning and tax process. There’s got to be a way to find a solution for those of us who are long-

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This graphic from a recent Fraser Institute report shows that businesses throughout Greater Vancouver are paying property tax rates that are significantly higher than residential. term businesses so that we can afford to keep operating,” Scott said.

Rob Gillespie of Muscle Memory Studio in Tsawwassen said that as a property owner and a small business owner, he’s felt the effects on both fronts.

“For my business, Muscle Memory, my property tax doubled overnight three years ago because of the change in assessment for the property. As a landlord I’ve noticed the negative impact this has had on my tenants as well, which is frustrating because I want my tenants to stay here and be successful in a competitive environment,” said Gillespie.

Given property taxes are essentially fees for service to provide everything from police and fire protection to parks and recreation amenities, many in the business community don’t see the justification for local governments to charge one class of property more tax than another, particularly when the business sector typically consumes less of those civic services.

The Fraser Institute report states a growing body of academic literature argues that local governments face incentives to minimize taxation

on groups most likely to vote in local elections, most notably homeowners, while shifting more of the tax burden onto groups that are less likely or unable to vote, such as businesses.

director Garry Shearer said B.C. Assessment’s policy of assessing properties on their “highest and best use” for potential future redevelopment has created a challenging situation for a property owner who

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According to the B.C. Chamber of Commerce, industrial taxpayers substantially subsidize the residential tax base. For every $1 paid in taxes, it says industrial lands typically receive, on average, only 25 cents in services.

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doesn’t have the capital to re-develop their property.

“These situations can force property owners to either sell their properties to outside investors who do have the capital to wait out the development process or to pass along the increased costs to their small business com-

mercial tenants through their triple-net lease rates,” Shearer said.

Lydia Elder, who recently joined the Delta Chamber of Commerce to lead its advocacy initiatives after five years as the executive director of the Tsawwassen Business Improvement Association, agreed, saying the highest and best use assessment has been causing significant harm to small businesses in many municipalities.

“Enormous increases in assessed value on the theoretical future development of properties which may one day be redeveloped cause the tax rates for commercial properties to increase dramatically, and therefore puts the property owner in a situation where they have to either pass that cost along to their tenant, resulting in increases to their lease rates, or forces them to sell the property to someone who can afford to pay the increased tax rates and wait out the development process. This has been happening for years in places like Vancouver, but we’ve only recently started to see the effects here in Delta,” she told the Optimist.

She said the Tsawwassen Business

Improvement Association last year wrote to the city to convey its concern and the city subsequently put forward a motion at the Union of B.C. Municipalities convention.

That resolution asked the province “to undertake a review of the highest and best use valuation methodology and develop measures to effectively minimize the impact that this approach is having on small businesses in Metro Vancouver.”

Shearer said speculation on industrial land, the supply of which is rapidly shrinking, and farmland is also driving the values and assessments higher each year. He also noted the resistance to densification in residential areas is putting pressures on available land to meet housing demands.

“If planned and managed accordingly, more infill residences will produce greater total residential tax revenue within the same area, without increasing rates, and therefore reduce the burden on the community as a whole.”

Liberal MLA Todd Stone, the official Opposition critic for municipal affairs and housing, has again called for the NDP government to immediately implement legislation that will enable local governments to allow for split-zoning, saying it’s needed before more small businesses are forced to close their doors due to skyrocketing property taxes.

“This past fall I introduced legislation that would provide tax relief to small businesses who are currently struggling to make ends meet as they are being forced to pay a tax on the unused airspace above their heads,” said Stone. “Minister (Selina) Robinson promised to implement short-term solutions last fall, yet nearly three months later we have not heard anything even close to a plan from her.”

The Liberals note the Canadian Federation of Independent Business released a recent report that calls for immediate action from the province.

The CFIB estimates the average small business owner in Metro Vancouver saw their property assessment increase 87 per cent in the last five years.

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CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS Are you interested in helping to shape the future of housing and land use along the Scott Road Corridor? I am looking for committed and dynamic North Delta residents to join me and three other members of Council on the Mayor’s Housing Task Force for Scott Road.

The purpose of the Task Force is to provide recommendations to Council on directions and specific initiatives to promote the development of diverse and affordable housing options within the Scott Road corridor area and add certainty regarding future land use. The Task Force will look at a broad range of housing forms, ranging from low rise to high rise buildings, and a mix of market, rental and affordable housing.

This Task Force will meet roughly every two weeks for a period of six months. To be eligible to sit on the Task Force, you must be a resident of North Delta and cannot be directly affiliated with the development or real estate community.

Members of the non-profit housing sector and the development sector may be asked to participate in key stakeholder activities and are encouraged to express their interest in the work of the Task Force so that they may be consulted.

If you are interested in sitting on the Mayor’s Housing Task Force for Scott Road, please submit a brief cover letter with your name, address, and why you would like to serve, plus any relevant knowledge and experience.

Application deadline: January 31, 2020 Please forward submissions to: Office of the City Clerk Delta City Hall 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent Delta, B.C. V4K 3E2 E-mail: committeeclerk@delta.ca For additional information, please visit www.MayorHarvie.ca

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$1M worth of contracts will put final touches on cultural centre The Delta Cultural Centre has moved a step closer to completion.

Delta council has approved the last two contracts to transform the former courthouse into an interpretive storytelling centre to convey the cultural and natural history of the city.

A pair of contracts worth more than $1 million were awarded for the design, production and installation of the millwork, graphics and interactive elements for the centre as well as digital media technology such as projectors, touch-screen and audio devices.

Parks, recreation and culture director Ken Kuntz said the 6,500-square-foot centre in the civic precinct in Ladner has a soft opening scheduled for late April.

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The 6,500-square-foot Delta Cultural Centre has a soft opening scheduled for late April.

Delta Museum, which had been housed in the century-old former municipal hall building in Ladner Village, closed its doors and its collection was put in temporary storage. The museum was there since 1969.

The Delta Museum and

Archives Society, now called the Delta Heritage Society, continues to own the artifact collection and has a say in what the new museum will offer, but has relinquished day-to-day operational control to the city.

The city is working

with the society reviewing which artifacts will be part of the new collection, which is being trimmed to eliminate items deemed not suitable or redundant.

The city’s Heritage Advisory Commission was told 35,000 artifacts are being reviewed.

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The city will be adding more designated off-leash areas for dogs.

Delta council last week approved a staff recommendation to look at the following spaces where potential off-leash containment areas can be accommodated: Beach Grove Park, Dennison Park, Pebble Hill Park, Kensington Park South, the Delta-owned section of Paterson Park, Ladner

Harbour Park, Gunderson Park, Mackie Park, the 115th Street B.C. Hydro right-of-way and a new location within Westview Park A staff report notes the city would proceed with developing detailed plans and undertaking public consultation for Mackie Park and Pebble Hill Park first, which would be undertaken in early 2020.

Parks, recreation and culture director Ken Kuntz noted containment areas are different than off-leash

parks as containment areas are usually fenced sections in areas mixed with other uses.

His report notes the city currently has two off-leash containment areas, one at Delview Park and an agility space adjacent to the Delta Community Animal Shelter.

Following public consultation last year regarding park improvements, the Delview Park off-leash location is currently undergoing a relocation and enlargement.

Meanwhile, the city recently received petitions requesting off-leash containment areas at Mackie and Pebble Hill parks.

Coun. Alicia Guichon said she likes the idea of having separate designated areas where small dogs can exercise away from larger breeds.

Coun. Lois Jackson agreed, but noted she hopes the containment areas won’t be just open fields but have features, such as trees, to make them more inviting.

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The Delta Triathlon is making a comeback.

The city stopped hosting the popular Ladner event in 2017 due to conflicts with road work, but Delta council agreed last week to hold the race on May 2 this year.

Always a sold-out event for participants, the triathlon had been modified to a Splash ‘n’ Dash (swimming and running legs only) for its most recent

editions, but the revised race will feature all three disciplines.

A city staff report to council notes the redevelopment of Arthur Drive has now significantly progressed to accommodate the cycling component, which would also take place along 44th Avenue, 34B Avenue and 64th Street.

“If approved, all other aspects of the triathlon will remain the same as in past years. In addition, priority will be given to Delta

residents for registration.

A two week advanced registration period will be provided for all residents of Delta,” the report states.

The Delta Triathlon typically had 350 adult and 120 youth participants as well as over 260 volunteers.

Parks, recreation and culture director Ken Kuntz noted two-thirds of those who typically registered for the Delta Triathlon were Delta residents.

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Community

Delta spiritual health practitioner among Humans of Fraser Health Health region showcases its diverse workforce in new ebook IAN JACQUES

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A new ebook is offering an insider’s look into the minds, work and personal histories of Fraser Health staff.

Humans of Fraser Health is inspired by the iconic photoblog Humans of New York.

The project is more than two years in the making.

Fraser Health communications staff collected stories and recently published them online to showcase the individuals who work in medical facilities from Burnaby to Boston Bar. According to Dr. Victoria Lee, president and CEO of the organization, who wrote an introduction to the ebook, the initiative is one way to acknowledge a few of the 35,000 “unique people” who work for Fraser Health in clinical settings, information technology, finance, administration, food and volunteer services.

“People often picture nurses and physicians

when they think of health service providers,” said Lee. “It’s time to widen the frame. Fraser Health is a diverse community of 35,000 unique people. We serve one in 20 Canadians.

Many work in clinical settings while others are operating behind the scenes in areas such as information technology, communications, finance, administration, food and volunteer services to name a few.”

Lee said the 70 profiles featured in the ebook provide a snapshot of the Fraser Health family.

“Telling their stories brought our shared values — respect, caring and trust — into focus,” she said.

“Whether you are the head of anesthesia, a portfolio manager for IMIT, our morgue coordinator or a nurse working in the community, when we share our authentic selves and stories, we can treat each other with compassion and can come together as one team.”

One of the profiles is on Marilyn Chan, spiritual

for me,” said Chan. “I think getting a sense of the person who is behind the profession is good.

“I know when I went through the book I enjoyed the stories. In health care, the immediate things that come to mind are the doctors and nurses, so to get SUBMITTED PHOTO a sense of the whole complement of staff Marilyn Chan, spiritual health practitioner at Delta Hospital, is that are necessary to featured in a new ebook called make our health care system function is Humans of Fraser Health. really important.” health practitioner at Delta Chan is coming Hospital. into her fifth year with Chan was a pastor for Fraser Health.

20 years where she expe“I find the work rienced profound, sacred immensely rewarding,” she moments accompanysaid. “The community at ing people through the Delta Hospital — I think final phases of life. Those Delta Hospital is the jewel experiences set her on her of Fraser Health, so I feel path. really fortunate to be at She said she is honthis particular site.” oured to be featured in the You can read the ebook ebook. at this link: https://www.

“I was nominated by yumpu.com/en/docusomeone, I’m not sure ment/read/62960069/ who nominated me from humans-of-fraser-health. the hospital. It was an — With a file from honour, quite surprising Tri-City News

Coldest Night of the Year walk to be held in Ladner

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Set for Saturday, Feb. 22, the local edition of Canada’s national walk for homelessness will be held in Ladner and will benefit Deltassist, Delta’s social services agency.

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Deltassist during the Coldest Night of the Year will go directly to community services that help those in need in Delta.

The event will run from 4 to 8 p.m. and includes both two-kilometre and five-kilometre route options. It will start and finish at Cedar Park Church, 5300-44th Ave. Visit https://cnoy.org/ location/delta to see route maps as well as to register, volunteer or donate.

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Community

File folders trump Maui – at least this time around

Living Matters

BARBARA GUNN

In the absence of a trip to Maui or a Palm Springs getaway, I opted to do the obvious thing: reorganize the files.

Granted, the file-folder re-org is to Maui what the laundry is to a lottery win.

It can hardly compare, but it has to be done — and better now than in July.

The files, which number in the hundreds — give or take several dozen — have a variety of names.

There’s the one labelled Warranties. There’s the one labelled Automobiles.

There’s the Credit Line file, the Kitchen Reno file, the Cell Phone file, the House

Insurance file, the Work Benefits file and the Active file, which is not to be confused with the Inactive file.

There’s also the Miscellaneous file, of course, which contains a little of all the above.

I routinely feed things into the files. I rarely take anything out.

“You’re going to do what?” asked the husband, scratching his head.

“I’m going to reorganize the files,” I said.

“What files?” the husband asked.

“The file files!” I said.

“I mean, if we wanted to learn how to put the coffee maker on the timer, we’d have to look in the coffee maker manual. Do you know which file it’s in?”

Safe to say, we do not have a Coffee Maker file.

We do not even have a Small Kitchen Appliances file. The manual, if it’s still in our possession, may well be in the Miscellaneous file, but that would remain to be seen.

Similarly, I decided I wanted to know how

to make the oven do its self-clean thing, but I wasn’t sure whether those instructions were in the Kitchen Reno file or the Credit Line file — both of which were applicable.

Turns out they were in neither.

“Maybe,” I said to the husband, “the instructions are in this file.”

“What’s it called?” he wondered.

“It’s called the To Do file,” I said. “Could be.

After all, cleaning the oven would certainly be something we’d want to do.”

I spent the better part of the afternoon — and the better part of the following week — reorganizing the files. A handful of papers were tossed, but the remainder were reallocated, one file to another.

“Well,” said the husband, “do you feel better?”

Moderately, I replied.

But next year, I said, if I feel this urge, I’m simply going to ignore it. I’ll file the files under Not Right Now, and make my way to Maui.

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In the Classroom

Choosing right school is all about proper fit

There is no more important consideration when investigating the independent school option than finding the right fit for your child. No two children are the same — even from the same family.

“Fit” means aligning the school’s mission and values with your own, as well as taking stock of the temperament, interests, intellectual ambition and personality of your child as they relate to the school you’re considering.

The Canadian Association of Independent Schools offers these 12 important questions to ask as parents and students search for the most appropriate fit: • Is the school accredited by the Canadian Association of Independent Schools?

• What is the curriculum approach [e.g. A.P., I.B., Reggio Emilia, Waldorf, Montessori] and will the learning environment support the needs of my child?

• What are the advantages to single sex vs co-educational?

• What are the options for boarding?

• What will I be expected to pay, beyond tuition, for the options I’m seeking?

• What is the size of the school and the studentteacher ratio?

• What co-curricular and leadership options are available?

• What is the philosophy or vision of the school, and what are its values?

• Is there anything different or unique about the faculty? What are their qualifications?

• What is the campus like and what kinds of facilities are available?

• Does the school offer the latest technology?

• Does the school have the kind of atmosphere and style that suits your child (i.e. competitive, nurturing, sporty, academic, progressive, traditional, etc.)?

Here are 10 advantages students get from their independent education The Canadian Association of Independent Schools offers these 10 advantages of an independent education: 1. Academic Quality Independent schools offer unparalleled quality that is confirmed by their adherence to the strict standards required to be a member in good standing of the organization.

2. Personalized Approach Specialized teachers, lower student-teacher ratios and involvement of parents as partners in education mean close, individualized attention for each student, resulting in better outcomes.

3. Specialized Expertise There is a wide variety of options and approaches to education from schools in the Canadian Association of Independent Schools.

4. Top Quality Teachers Teachers have the freedom to pursue innovative approaches to learning

Independent school students typically get into the university of their choice. and collaborating that simply don’t exist outside the independent school community.

5. Diverse Experience Offering the best, most relevant education in today’s world requires an environment and approach to learning that embraces a global perspective and exposes students to the reality of a connected planet.

Generous and growing financial aid programs ensure that all talented students are able to access an independent education.

6. Latest Technology Independent schools employ the most cutting edge technologies that enable vast learning, and literacy in this area is a fundamental driver of success in a knowledge economy.

7. 21st Century Learning Innovation, creativity, technological wizardry, collaborative leadership, global connection and trans-disciplinary skills are among a few of the major drivers of success for today’s professional.

Independent schools

are in the unique position of being able to lead the changes required of our education system to accommodate a new kind of thinking for a new kind of world.

8. Parent Participation These schools would not exist without the passion of an engaged parent community committed not only to the success of their own children, but to that of the whole community of students.

9. Post-secondary Success Nearly 100 per cent of the Canadian Association of Independent Schools’ 45,000 students are accepted at the university or college of their choice.

10. Happy Students The value of happiness cannot be underestimated.

Creating a lively community of discovery, joy, spirit and respect is the underpinning of all schools in the Canadian Association of Independent Schools, and not surprisingly, the most important factor in their success.

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In the Classroom

Debunking myths about private schools OurKids.net is the most trusted source when it comes to private schools in Canada. Here it debunks the top five myths about private schools: Myth #1: Private schools are only for the wealthy.

Fact: Not just for the elite, a growing number of Canadian independent schools are trying to attract the best and brightest by beefing up their financial aid and scholarship programs.

“One of the top myths right now is that independent schools are not as accessible as they actually are,” says Anne-Marie Kee, executive director of the Canadian Accredited Independent Schools, noting that millions of dollars in financial aid are distributed to families each year.

“I think it’s worthwhile for parents to take time to inquire about really understanding what the value is for the tuition and what kind of financial assistance is available to families each year.”

Myth #2: All private schools are alike.

Fact: Parents need to do their research to find the best fit for their child because Canada has thousands of independent schools — each one varying in character, philosophy, values, cultures, programs, and missions.

“Not all schools are the same,” says Kee. “Each school has an individual vision, mission and set of values, so it’s really valuable for parents to find out about the values of the school and if they’re aligned with the values of the family to see if that child is going to be successful in that environment.”

Just because it’s an independent school doesn’t necessarily mean any one will be right for your child, she adds. “Instead, parents really have to invest time in learning about the different schools and do their homework,” she says.

Myth #3: Teachers in private schools are not well qualified and the schools are not accountable.

Fact: In most provinces, private schools that

The number one myth about private schools is that they’re only for the wealthy. receive provincial funds must hire only certified teachers, says Michael

Zwaagstra, co-author of the book What’s Wrong with Our Schools and How

We Can Fix Them?

Many schools have their own accountability systems through a governance structure, such as a board. While not all independent schools across Canada are required to follow the government curriculum, many meet or exceed provincial standards.

Myth #4: Independent schools weaken public education.

Fact: In all jurisdictions where governments have financially supported school choice, they have also retained their commitment to quality public education.

“In North America, wherever provinces or states support school choice, over 90 per cent of all students still attend public schools,” says Barbara Bierman, executive director of the Ontario Federation of Independent Schools.

“There is a growing body of evidence which shows increased levels of student achievement and parental satisfaction in all schools, including public schools,

when parents are truly free to choose.”

Myth #5: Independent schools lack diversity and isolate themselves from communities.

Fact: More private schools are opening their doors to students of diverse backgrounds, with most offering scholarships, bursaries and financial aid.

“I’ve seen the involvement of students and I have the opinion that independent schools indeed participate in social responsibility leading to the public good,” says Peter Froese, executive director of the Federation of Independent School Associations in Vancouver.

“If you look and track the graduates coming out of private schools, they are very much involved in the political leadership of our province and our country, they are very much involved in social services, and they are very much involved in providing professional services to the community to sustain our society.”

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Community

Lutheran perspective on baptism

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Historically, the subject of baptism has been much debated by Christians.

Some maintain that only those old enough to make an informed decision and conscious commitment to following Jesus should be baptized; others hold that people of all ages, including infants, should be baptized.

Believing baptism to be an act of God, an expression of divine grace, a special way that God communicates forgiveness and promise, and not something rooted in human will or decision, Lutheran Christians fall into the latter category.

When Christ commissioned the Apostles to: “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptiz-

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ing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit (Matthew 28: 19),” he did so without qualification.

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baptism conveys what God gives through Jesus Christ: the forgiveness of sin and the promise of eternal life.

St. Peter likened baptism to Noah’s Ark when he wrote, “And baptism which this prefigured (Noah and his family saved in the Ark) now saves you (1 Peter 3: 21a).”

Lutherans believe that Christian life is a life lived in response to God’s immeasurable grace poured out in baptism.

While it is true that some people who are baptized never do that, this fact does not diminish the gift of baptism.

For those who aspire to lead lives of faithful obedience to their Lord, baptism is a special source of strength and joy.

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Around Town Book sale at KinVillage

KinVillage Community Centre in Tsawwassen is getting ready for its annual Giant Book Sale at the end of the month.

Donations are currently being accepted, including books, CDs, DVDs, puzzles and games.

Drop off donations between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. weekdays. The sale is Jan. 30 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Jan. 31 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Feb. 1 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Sidekick play

Sidekick Players continues its run of The Beauty Queen of Leenane at the Tsawwassen Arts Centre. Set in western Ireland, the play centres on Maureen, an unmarried woman in her early 40s caring for her ailing mother. The play runs until Feb. 1 with performances on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. There is also a 2 p.m. matinee on Sunday, Jan. 26. Reserve tickets by calling 604288-2415.

Back in time

A one-of-a-kind show that takes the audience through music history, trivia and memories of the ’50s and ’60s is coming to Ladner this weekend. Relive the Music rock ‘n’ roll show is set for Saturday, Jan. 25 at 7:30 p.m. at Genesis Theatre. The show was re-scheduled from October. Tickets bought for the earlier show are still valid.

New tickets can be purchased at https:// relivethemusic.ca/ or at www.brownpapertickets.com.

Country show

McKee Seniors Recreation Centre in Ladner presents a traditional night of country music when Greg Blake & Real Country perform on Saturday, Feb. 8 at 8 p.m. Advanced tickets are $30, available by calling 604-946-1411 or at the centre (5155-47th Ave.).

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

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Diamond returning to Delta

Beloved children’s entertainer will be here for a pair of weekend concerts IAN JACQUES

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Beloved children’s entertainer Charlotte Diamond returns to Delta this weekend for a pair of family concerts.

Sponsored by Delta School District and Canadian Parents for French, the shows will feature new songs from her latest CD Diamonds by the Sea as well as her traditional bilingual favourites, I am a Pizza (Je suis une pizza), Four Hugs a Day (Embrasse quatre fois), Each of Us Is a Flower (Nous sommes tous comme les fleurs) and internationally-loved Octopus (Slippery Fish).

She will be accompanied by Lee Oliphant on bass.

A graduate of North Delta Secondary, Diamond grew up near the Fraser River and was influenced by the thriving fishing industry at that time.

Her husband Harry was a commercial salmon fisherman before becoming the manager of her company, Hug Bug Music.

Diamond, who was appointed a member of the Order of Canada in 2017, recently received the Special Distinguished Service Award from the BC Music Educators Association for her contributions to music education in B.C.

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Charlotte Diamond returns to Delta this weekend with shows in both South Delta and North Delta.

This year she is celebrating 35 years of entertaining children and their families since the release of her Juno Award-winning debut album 10 Carrot Diamond in 1985.

Her 14th recording, Diamonds by the Sea, was co-produced with her son, Matt Diamond.

“I am looking forward to celebrating my 35th year as a songwriter, recording artist, performer and educator for children and their families,” said Diamond.

“My musical career has been an enduring passion for me and my annual January concerts in Delta (since 1999) have always been a great way to start the New Year. We will take a trip around the world, and families of all ages are invited to join in.”

Prior to the Delta concerts, Diamond was in Bucerias, Mexico (near Puerto Vallarta) for a holiday, but also to visit a primary school where children have been learning

Kung fu grandmaster visiting Tsawwassen for free event

The community will get a chance to learn about the benefits of kung fu from a grandmaster next weekend in South Delta Stephen Chang, who is also an actor, director and producer, will be on hand for an event at South Delta Baptist Church on Saturday, Feb. 1 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.

The two-hour event will include a question-andanswer session and meetand-greet, with a second hour reserved for meditation and a demonstration.

According to Jeremy Berry, who is coordinating the event, participants will gain some insights into

the benefits Vancouver. of kung fu, We asked him including if he would be gaining conwilling to put fidence and on a teachstrength, ing event and the power of he said yes, self-healing, so I booked principles of the room at deep breaththe church ing and and we’re all meditation. set. It’s a free Stephen Chang Chang event and has worked open to all. with Bruce Lee and David “He has had a pretty Carradine. His film credits cool career, so it’s going to include Rambo and Kung be a neat opportunity to Fu: The Legend Continues. learn from one of the best.”

“I started training To register, contact with Stephen through Berry at 604-375-4787 or a mutual friend,” Berry email: jrmbrr9@gmail. said. “Stephen lives in com.

and performing her songs.

“Slippery Fish and I am a Pizza are as popular there as they are in Canada,” she said. “It is so easy to learn another language through songs.

Many of the songs that I sing for my Delta concerts are in Spanish and French, like La Bamba and Each of us is a Flower. I often add sign language to help everyone understand the words.

“I will certainly have some stories to share from

my experience singing in Mexico.”

Shows will be held on Saturday, Jan. 25 at 2 p.m. at Burnsview Secondary in North Delta and on Sunday, Jan. 26 at 2 p.m. at South Delta Secondary in Tsawwassen.

Tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite.

Diamond will be autographing her books and CDs after the concert.

Visit www.charlottediamond.com for more information.

Dine at Delta restaurants in Dine Out Vancouver

A quartet of Delta restaurants are taking part in the annual Dine Out Vancouver Festival, which began this week across the Lower Mainland.

Now in its 18th year, Canada’s largest annual food and drink festival gives diners an opportunity to try more than 300 restaurants through specially-priced menus as well as culinary events.

The festival will run until Feb. 2.

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Dine Out Vancouver allows diners to get a taste of what a restaurant has to offer through set

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Menus are offered for dinners, lunches and brunches.

A whopping 318 restaurants throughout Metro Vancouver are taking part this year, up from 305 a year ago.

The Delta restaurants participating in Dine Out Vancouver are: • Pat Quinn’s Restaurant & Bar, Tsawwassen • Roy’s Indian Restaurant, Tsawwassen • Riverhouse Restaurant & Pub, Ladner • Cactus Club Café, North Delta

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A high-profile sailing regatta is coming to Point Roberts this summer.

After 37 years in Oak Harbor, Wash., Whidbey Island Race Week has since been rebranded as Point Roberts Race Week to offer a five-day big boat race experience.

The event will take place July 13 to 17.

Registration opened Jan. 1.

The mission of the regatta is to grow the sport of sailboat racing in the region by providing the most qualified race management team in a venue that can offer compelling buoy and distance racing possibilities, which organizers say Point Roberts offers.

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Point Roberts Race Week has also announced the Corsair fleet will conduct its national championships at the event July 15 to 17.

Corsairs will have the option to register for just the three-day national championships or participate in the full five days.

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It’s not every day that a piece of your artwork gets the “Hollywood” treatment, but that’s exactly what has happened to artist Diane Akey.

Akey, a member of the South Delta Artists Guild for the past four years and a member of the Federation of Canadian Artists in Vancouver, has her large, colourful abstract entitled “There” featured in the pilot episode of Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist, which premieres Feb. 16 on NBC and CTV. “The federation has a bigger venue for advertising and because a lot of my work does get shown at their gallery, a lot of movie companies go through the gallery looking at paintings,” she said. “Many of the companies look to rent these art pieces and that’s what they did. They rented it first and eventually the company bought it because it is now going to be in the full season. Now they are interested in looking at more of my work for their next shows, which is kind of cool.”

Although a South Surrey resident, her son lives in Ladner, so she spends lots of time out here in South Delta.

“I’m a retiree, so I’m not in this to make money, but it’s interesting when you show your artwork because it gives some value to the effort you are putting into it and then to see it on the trailer of the TV show, there it is,” she

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Wedding favours are evolving to offer guests something more meaningful Wedding favours have changed — and in many cases for the better. Favours have evolved from the inexpensive trinkets purchased in bulk into more personalized mementos that guests can cherish.

Today’s couples are interested in customizing their weddings and offering guests something meaningful, or at the very least, edible, so that favours don’t immediately get relegated to the trash can. According to Heather Jones of Wente Vineyards in California, favours have moved from “goodie bags” toward items that are experimental and fun.

Wedding planners offer these wedding favour trends that couples may want to incorporate into their own celebrations: Welcome bags Rather than take-home bags, welcome bags have replaced the traditional favour trinket at some weddings. Many weddings have become multi-day events that ask guests

Like many other elements, favours are evolving to help give weddings a custom feel. traveling from out of town to attend a wedding weekend. To help greet them and make their experience memorable, couples may fill a gift bag with items guests can use or enjoy during their stay — like a bottle of locally sourced maple syrup or some handmade soaps from a nearby shopkeeper.

Experience gifts Instead of a candle or a monogrammed cake server, think of experiences

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Charitable donations Some couples feel that favours are wasteful and would rather set aside a portion of their wedding budgets toward giving back. In such situations,

According to The Knot, a leading bridal resource and information site, today’s weddings are not what they were just a few years ago. Bold colours, exotic cakes and non-traditional foliage are just some of the elements modern couples are embracing to set their weddings apart.

Adventurous locales Vineyards and catering halls can be great places to tie the knot, but couples who like to push the envelope are looking to more adventurous locales to impart their unique spin on their weddings.

Sharing vows atop a mountain crest at the end of a favourite hiking trail or on a roller coaster at a theme park that harkens back to a first date are some adventurous places to tie the knot.

Outside-the-box menus Couples may want to break with tradition by offering a wide selection of foods at their receptions. These foods can include items that fit with their specific ethnic cuisines, gourmet com-

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The Canadian Federation of University Women South Delta meets the fourth Tuesday of the month at Benediction Lutheran Church in Tsawwassen at 7:15 p.m. The next meeting is on Tuesday, Jan. 28. This meeting is open to the public. Guest speaker is Katie Baker, director of programs at Minerva BC. There will be time for questions and discussion throughout.

Intermediate level Spanish conversation meetings take place in the Tsawwassen Library every other Tuesday at 7 p.m. The next meeting dates are: Jan. 28, Feb. 11 and 25. These meetings are not classes and are not suitable for beginners. For more information, call or text Aidan at 360-3509155.

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Coding with Scratch will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 5 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Ladner Pioneer Library. Kids can learn beginner coding concepts by creating a game with Scratch, a block-based programming language. Kids must be between the ages of nine and 12 and bring their own device. No coding experience required.

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Fun with Ozobots and Keva will be at the Tsawwassen Library on Friday, Feb. 7 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Using visual coding and Keva Planks, kids between the ages of eight and 10 can create a town for these little robots to roam and explore. No previous experience necessary.

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SPECIAL EVENTS The Delta Skating Club is hosting the 2020 West Coast Challenge synchronized and adult skating competition on Saturday, Feb. 15 at the

Ladner Leisure Centre. The event will feature 26 entries including Delta Skating Club’s own Solar Ice and Fire Ice teams. The various sessions start at 10 a.m. and run through to 8:30 p.m.

Admission is $5 with kids under six free.

Delta Gymnastics host a Trivia Night on Saturday, Feb. 29 at Ladner Community Centre. Come prepared to put your pop culture knowledge to the test while helping raise funds for new gym equipment. Lots of laughs, skill testing questions and prizes. Each table includes two pizzas. Bring your own appies. Four Winds beer and wine for purchase. 6:30 to 10 p.m. $240 for a table of eight or $35 per person.

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Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. only. Centre cannot accept VHS tapes, digests, magazines, computer books, textbooks or encyclopedia.

If you love reading, join the McKee book club. It meets on the fourth Monday of the month at 3:30 p.m. Sign up at customer service desk at McKee Seniors Recreation Centre.

Robbie Burns Luncheon at McKee Seniors Recreation Centre on Friday, Jan. 31 at noon. Tickets are $16 for members, $18 for guests.

Entertainment by Piper & the Flannigans. Tickets on sale at customer service desk.

Happy Hour runs from 4 to 6 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 24 at KinVillage Community Centre. Free entertainment with Don and Dave of Cut & Dried. Cash bar. Grab a few friends or come on your own to socialize, enjoy snacks and drinks, listen and/or dance to music and wind down from the week. Tips appreciated.

Free chronic conditions self-management program at McKee Seniors Recreation Centre on Thursdays, Jan. 30 to March 5. Register at customer service desk.

50+/SENIORS Aging, An Olympic Event runs from 1 to 2:30 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 24 at KinVillage Community Centre. As we embrace our senior years, are we as active as we used to be? Join for an afternoon with Debbie Cheong, Osteofit provincial coordinator, BC Women’s Hospital & Health Centre. What do we

Giant Book Sale at KinVillage Community Centre on Jan. 30, 31 and Feb. 1. Centre is accepting books, CDs, DVDs, puzzles and games up to Jan. 27. Drop off inside community centre at 5430-10th Ave., 36.

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Sports Shorts SCOREBOARD PACIFIC JUNIOR HOCKEY Tom Shaw Conference W L T OTL Pts North Van 35 1 0 1 71 Richmond 23 9 1 4 51 Grandview 22 13 2 2 48 White Rock 21 15 0 2 44 Delta 17 16 3 3 40 Port Moody 10 28 1 0 22 Harold Brittain Conference Langley 22 12 1 2 47 Mission 20 15 3 1 44 R. Meadows 20 15 0 3 43 Aldergrove 19 15 0 3 41 Abbotsford 13 24 0 2 28 Surrey 1 32 0 4 6

UPCOMING JUNIOR HOCKEY Tuesday, Jan. 28: Langley Trappers vs. Delta Ice Hawks, 7:35 p.m. Ladner Leisure Centre.

LOCAL TIDES Height in feet FRIDAY, JAN. 24 6:27 am 14.8 11:41 am 11.2 3:54 pm 12.8 11:17 pm 2.3 SATURDAY, JAN. 25 6:59 am 14.8 12:23 pm 10.8 4:39 pm 12.8 11:53 pm 2.6 SUNDAY, JAN. 26 7:30 am 14.8 1:06 pm 10.5 5:22 pm 12.5 MONDAY, JAN. 27 12:26 am 3.3 7:57 am 14.8 1:49 pm 10.2 6:07 pm 11.8 TUESDAY, JAN. 28 12:58 am 3.9 8:22 am 14.4 2:34 pm 9.5 6:55 pm 11.2 WEDNESDAY, JAN. 29 1:29 am 4.9 8:47 am 14.4 3:18 pm 8.9 7:50 pm 2.3 THURSDAY, JAN. 30 2:01 am 6.2 9:11 am 14.1 4:02 pm 8.2 8:58 pm 10.5 These predictions are supplements to and not replacements for the Canadian Tide and Current Tables, which include the only authorized tidal predictions for Canada and are provided by Canadian Hydrographic Service.

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ClocktickingonIceHawks’season Delta in jeopardy of missing PJHL playoffs for first time in recent memory MARK BOOTH

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For about 90 seconds the Delta Ice Hawks looked like they were going to earn at least one precious point in their uphill climb to qualify for the Pacific Junior Hockey League playoffs.

Jordin Kojima’s power play goal with 3:01 remaining pulled the Hawks into a 4-4 tie with the leagueleading North Vancouver Wolf Pack who came to Ladner on Tuesday night riding a 23-game win streak.

The jubilation at the Delta bench would be short lived, however.

A Ryan Xu tripping penalty followed less than a minute later, setting the stage for Lucas Barker to wire home his second of the night on the power play for a 5-4 win to improve the Wolf Pack’s record to a sizzling 35-1-0-1.

The result only confirmed what Hawks GM and head coach Steve Robinson thought before the game — his team will have to win its remaining five games to avoid missing the playoffs for the first time in recent memory.

Delta (17-16-3-3) is only one point back of crossing over for the final spot in the Harold Brittain

Conference. However, the Aldergrove Kodiaks (1915-0-3) have two games in hand, including a home match-up with the 1-330-4 Surrey Knights. Third place Ridge Meadows (2015-0-3) is three better than Delta with a game in hand.

White Rock (21-15-0-2) is four points clear in the Tom Shaw Conference and also has a game in hand with Surrey on its schedule.

“If we got a point tonight I honestly would have looked at that as gravy. At the end of the day we need to win five straight and even then it’s not mathematically a clincher. The fact is we get three direct games against the teams we are chasing and it’s going to take nothing short than running the table the rest of the way,” said Robinson.

“The way I look at it, they are all winnable games and we are healthy, so there is no reason we can’t do it but it’s easy to say that. At the end of the day you just got to go and do it.”

Robinson also knows the Wolf Pack might have been ripe for an upset.

They haven’t suffered a regulation loss since Sept. 26 and are 20 points clear of their nearest rival —waiting for the playoffs

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North Van goaltender Bradley Cooper turns away Truman Chiu and the Delta Ice Hawks on this scoring chance in his team’s 5-4 win on Tuesday night in Ladner.

to start. It reminded him of his championship team two years ago that was also in a similar situation in the final weeks of the regulation season.

North Van certainly gave them enough chances. The Hawks failed to convert a pair of breakaways and also a two-man advantage for 71 seconds in the third

period.

“We took the best team in the league to the last shift of the game so there was something there. But what I don’t like is guys coming to the bench when the power play goes sideways complaining about it, having pity parties. For me it is wasted energy.

“At the end of the day,

when they are under pressure they go off script and wonder why it doesn’t work. And these guys can attest how many times I have slowed things down (at practice) doing walk thrus with them. It’s about 80 percent plays and making the right one. Not just trying to do one thing like a hero move.”

Inaugural PJHL/VIJHL All-Star Game Sunday in Ladner

The top players from the Pacific Junior Hockey League and Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League will be showcased in a newlook All-Star Game this Sunday at the Ladner Leisure Centre.

The Delta Ice Hawks will be hosting the game slated to get underway at 2:45 p.m. It’s part of a new partnership between the two junior “B” leagues that also saw a Prospects Game played on Jan. 12 in Nanaimo.

The old PJHL All-Star Game format saw the conferences play against each other and player selection being somewhat evenly distributed with at least one representative from each of the 12 teams. That is no longer the case as the PJHL will suit-up the best team possible that will include a whopping seven members from the defending PJHL champion

North Vancouver Wolf Pack who have lost just once in 35 games.

“It’s something that came together rather quickly and by September we made it happen,” said PJHL chair and Richmond Sockeyes co-owner Doug Paterson. “Both games have been somewhat of a struggle for us and this certainly makes them much more exciting. It will be the best of the best from our league.”

It’s the first time the Ice Hawks have ever hosted an All-Star Game.

Representing the Ice Hawks on the PJHL All-Star Team is captain Mark Epshtein who leads the club in scoring with 20 goals, one shy of his career high in his final year of junior.

Alex Suprynowicz, who spent three seasons

as an Ice Hawk, is among the seven Wolf Pack players named to the PJHL team. Here is the rest of the roster: Goaltenders: Cale Dolan – Grandview and Bradley Cooper – North Vancouver.

Defencemen: Jacob Callas – North Vancouver, Nathan Haaksma – North Vancouver, Braden Warburton – Langley, Jarod Yau – Grandview, Ty Pickering – Aldergrove and Sahvan Gill – Abbotsford.

Forwards: Lucas Barker – North Vancouver, Dominic Davis – North Vancouver, Jacob Fournier – North Vancouver, Ryleigh Anderson – Richmond, Craig Schouten – Richmond, Noah Kelly – Richmond, Michael Martino – Grandview, Casey Whintors – Langley, Jayden Genberg – Ridge Meadows and Tetsuya Prior – Ridge Meadows.

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Thormeyer afinalist for Sport BC Award Tsawwassen swimming standout begins Olympic year with victory in China last week Tsawwassen swim star Markus Thormeyer is among the finalists for the 54th annual Sport BC Athlete of the Year Awards set for March 12 at the Vancouver Convention Centre.

The event recognizes the province’s best in amateur sport including athletes, coaches, teams, and officials for outstanding performances in their sport over the 2019 season.

Each finalist was nominated by their provincial or multi-sport Organization, high school, college, or university. The selection committee, led by long-serving chair Bernie Pascall, included a diverse group of highly experienced British Columbia sport leaders and media members.

Thormeyer is up for University Athlete of the Year after leading the UBC Thunderbirds to their third straight U Sports national championship.

The Winskill Dolphins Swim Club alumni captured seven gold medals and also broke several meet records in being named the U Sports Male Swimmer of the Year.

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Tsawwassen’s Markus Thormeyer is a finalist for Sport BC’s University Athlete of the Year. The 22-year-old Winskill Dolphins alumni also captured the 200 metre backstroke at the FINA Champions Series in China week.

compete in his second straight Olympic Games this summer in Toyko. He was named Swim Canada’s Male Swimmer of the Year in December and captured the men’s 200 metre backstroke

event at the FINA Champions Swim Series in Shenzhen, China last week.

He was clocked in 1:59.02 while runner-up Adam Telegdy of Hungary had a time of

1:59.15. Thormeyer led by almost a full second at the 150-m mark and then held off a late push by the Hungarian challenger.

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and race in early January against the best in the world,” said Thormeyer. “It wasn’t easy but I still did the best I could and walked away with a win which I’m super proud of. Hopefully I can build off this for the rest of the year leading into the Olympic trials in March and April.”

He was also third the 100metre backstroke with a time of 54.54. Two-time world champion Xu Jiayu of China won that race in 53.01 Thormeyer is up against Kiera Van Ryk (volleyball) and Anna Mollenhauer (field hockey) in the University Athlete of the Year category.

“The Athlete of the Year Awards is a true celebration of sport in our province, these finalists represent an exceptional 2019 in BC sport. We congratulate all of our finalists and the organizations they represent”, shares Sport BC’s President and CEO, Rob Newman.

“The 2019 finalists represent 20 sports from 24 different communities demonstrating the collective strength of our province’s sport sector.”

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Pacers finish seventh at Carkner Memorial Classic MARK BOOTH

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Robert Samson and the Delta Pacers defeated Windermere on Saturday to close out the 12th annual Bob Carkner Memorial Classic in Richmond.

The Delta Pacers got a taste of senior boys basketball on the other side of the Fraser River at Steveston-London Secondary’s 12th annual Bob Carkner Memorial Classic.

The Pacers salvaged a seventh-place finish with a 101-83 win over Windermere on Saturday morning. Dylan Flaming led a balanced attack with 15 points. Tyler Bryce had 14, Ryan McCarthy 13 and Kai Bohmert 12.

Delta opened the eight-team tournament in front of a hostile noon hour crowd in a 107-63 loss to the host Sharks.

Steveston-London went on to take top honours with a 77-60 win over Richmond rival Hugh Boyd.

The Pacers also lost a tight 68-61 battle to Kamloops’ Valleyview on Friday.

Delta head coach Donovan Britten looked beyond the final tournament

standings when it came to his team’s progress.

“Win or lose this is a good experience for our majority Grade 11 squad,” said Britten. “I just want them to compete and be aware of the different situations during the short season we have.

“I was happy to get guys (on the floor) who normally sit more than anyone into today’s game.”

Britten also praised the effort of Grade 11 guard Matt Burt who is enjoying a solid season.

The Pacers’ Sur-Del League schedule includes a visit from the North Delta Huskies on Wednesday, Jan. 29 at 7 p.m.

On the girls’ side at the Carkner Classic, the South Delta Sun Devils finished in fourth place after falling to the North Delta Huskies on Saturday.

The Devils opened the tournament with a 67-28 win over Cambie then dropped a semi-final decision to eventual champion Steveston-London.

McNamaras named to Volleyball Canada’s Next Generation Team

Tsawwassen’s Megan and Nicole McNamara are among four pairs named to Volleyball Canada’s Next Generation Team for the 2020 Beach Volleyball season.

The 22-year-old twins launched their full-time pro beach volleyball careers last

summer after a decorated collegiate run at UCLA where they led the Bruins to NCAA National Championships in their junior and senior years.

They are joined on Canada’s Next Generation or National “B” Team by Shanice Marcelle (Victoria, BC)/Julie

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• 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom

• New floorin", appliances, li"ht fixtures, and fire surround

• Overloo!in" peaceful "reen space • Steps to shops and restaurants

• Steps to shops, restaurants, and more

302-5556 14 AVENUE, TSAWWASSEN

202-5518 14 AVENUE, TSAWWASSEN

$389,900

$389,900

CENTRALLY LOCATED 1 BEDROOM • 677 sq ft unit • 1 bedroom and den, 1 bathroom • Bri"ht livin" area

UPDATED SUNNINgDALE PENTHOUSE W G NE TIN LIS

• 971 sq ft, top floor unit • 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

• Steps to shops and transit

• Updates include !itchen and floorin"

W315-488 kINgSWAY

401-4768 53 STREET, LADNER

$479,900

HARBOURSIDE 3 LEVEL TOWNHOME

• Wal! to shops and amenities in minutes

$539,900

BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED TOWNHOME

• 1521 sq ft townhome with lar"e patio

• 1241 sq townhome with private yard

• 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

• 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms

• Fully finished lower level for extra livin" space

• Updated throu"hout with lovely newer !itchen

• Steps to shops, The Villa"e, and more

• Steps to all The Villa"e has to offer

4842 TURNBUCkLE WYND, LADNER

4965 RIVER REACH, LADNER

$549,900

“SEASIDE” TOWNHOME WITH OCEAN VIEW

$585,000

UPDATED RIVER WEST 2 BDRM

• 1171 sq ft townhome with fenced yard

• 1242 sq ft condo with oversized sundec!

• 2 bedrooms & den, 3 bathrooms

• 2 bedrooms, 2 bathroom

• Bri"ht and spacious open concept livin" area

• Beautifully updated throu"hout

• Incredible 10,000 sq ft clubhouse with pool

32-4638 ORCA WAY, TSAWWASSEN

$599,900 #1 TEAM IN BRITISH COLUMBIA 2017*

• Quiet location overloo!in" courtyard

204-4733 W RIVER ROAD, LADNER

$599,900

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

*Based on total REBGV sales 2017. **Based on total residential commissions in 2017 for all RE/MAX associates in Canada.

January 23, 2020 The Delta Optimist A37

1 BEDrOOM AT GrAnvILLE wEST

SOUGHT AFTEr SOUTH POInTE

• 728 sq ft co&do !ith spacious balco&y

• Lo"ely $a&che$ o& 4133 sq ft lot

• 1 bed$oom, 1 bath$oom

• 2 bed$ooms, 1 bath$oom (plumbed fo$ seco&d)

• Fully updated kitche&, bath$oom, a&d floo$i&g

• La$ge Sw faci&g ya$d, pe$fect fo$ ga$de&e$s

• walk to South G$a&"ille shops & $estau$a&ts

• Quiet, cul-de-sac locatio& !ith f$ie&dly &eighbou$s

205-1770 wEST 12TH AvEnUE

5359 JIBSET BAY, LADnEr

$599,900

$629,900

SOUGHT AFTEr PArKSIDE ESTATES

SUnnInGDALE PEnTHOUSE W G NE TIN LIS

• 1333 sq ft, top floo$ co&do • 2 bed$ooms, 2 bath$ooms

• 1886 sq ft to!&home !ith fe&ced ya$d

• Updated th$oughout, huge maste$ bed$oom

• 4 bed$ooms, 3 bath$ooms

• 2 decks, 2 pa$ki&g stalls, !alk to shops & mo$e

• walk to Lio&s Pa$k, Lad&e$ village, shops, a&d schools

303-4728 53 STrEET, LADnEr

4841 CEnTrAL AvEnUE, LADnEr

$649,900

BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED TOwnHOME

• Fully updated th$oughout

$679,900

TSAwwASSEn SHOrES HALF DUPLEX

• 1611 sq ft to!&home !ith ta&dem pa$ki&g

• 1520 sq ft half duplex

• 3 bed$ooms, 2 bath$ooms

• Ope& co&cept li"i&g a$ea

• High-e&d fi&ishi&gs th$oughout • P$i"ate & t$a&quil fe&ced ya$d !ith hot tub

1158 FAIrwAY vIEwS wYnD, TSAwwASSEn

$693,500

AFFOrDABLE FAMILY HOME • 2200 sq ft home o& 5605 sq ft lot • 3 bed$ooms, 3 bath$ooms • Easy access to all ame&ities

• 3 bed$ooms, 3 bath$ooms • Mi&s to shops, $estau$a&ts, high!ay, a&d fe$$y

201-1816 OSPrEY DrIvE, TSAwwASSEn

$749,900

GOLF COUrSE & MOUnTAIn vIEwS • 1359 sq ft co$&e$ u&it !ith la$ge sto$age $oom • 2 bed$ooms & de&, 2 bath$ooms

• Possible futu$e de"elopme&t

• High-e&d fi&ishi&gs th$oughout

5596 6 AvEnUE, TSAwwASSEn

209-5011 SPrInGS BOULEvArD, TSAwwASSEn

$850,000

CUL-DE-SAC FAMILY HOME

• Beautiful "ie!s a&d mi&s to all ame&ities

$959,900

UPDATED HOLLY FAMILY HOME

• 1737 sq ft home o& 3875 sq ft lot

• 1911 sq ft home o& 5029 sq ft lot

• 3 bed$ooms, 3 bath$ooms

• 4 bed$ooms, 3 bath$ooms

• Updates i&clude kitche& a&d &e! $oof

• Beautifully updated th$oughout

• Su&&y, ma&icu$ed ya$d !ith i&"iti&g patio

5393 BrIGAnTInE rOAD, LADnEr

$969,900 #8 RE/MAX® TEAM IN CANADA 2017**

W G NE TIN S LI

• Quiet, lo! t$affic st$eet, o&ly steps to Holly Eleme&ta$y

6161 DAWN DRIVE, LADNER

$999,800

#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.

A38 The Delta Optimist January 23, 2020

PRIME wATERFRONT LOCATION

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

• 6210 sq ft lot that doesn’t require a !ater lease

• 1773 sq ft home on 8482 sq ft lot

• 33’ concrete dock ready for float home or boat

• Single carport plus open parking

• RV parking !ith hook-ups & 2 custom sheds • Buy the current float home for $100,000 4495 w RIVER ROAD, LADNER

$1,050,000

STUNNING OCEAN & VALLEY VIEwS

• 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms • Close to schools, parks, and more

5153 CLIFF DRIVE, TSAwwASSEN

$1,198,800

BEAUTIFUL FAMILY BEACH HOME

• 2335 sq ft home on 21,772 sq ft lot

• 2511 sq ft home on 5756 sq ft lot

• Bright living area !ith tons of natural light

• Extensively updated throughout incl ne!er roof

• Ne! roof and hot !ater tank

• 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms

• Easy access to shops & high!ays

• Dream entertainer’s backyard !ith salt!ater pool

14143 TRITES ROAD

250 67 STREET, TSAwwASSEN

$1,249,900

LOVELY CUL-DE-SAC HOME

$1,279,900

STUNNING EXECUTIVE HOME

• 2653 sq ft home on 7759 sq ft lot

• 2630 sq ft home on 4878 sq ft lot

• 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms

• 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms

• Large, bright kitchen opens to family room

• Meticulously maintained home !ith high-end finishings

• Short !alk to shopping and amenities

• Steps to Neilsen Grove Elementary, golf course, and marina

12292 63A AVENUE

5825 COVE REACH ROAD, LADNER

$1,299,900

FARM & MOUNTAIN VIEwS

$1,369,900

STUNNING CUSTOM HOME

• 1570 sq ft home on 9319 sq ft lot

• 2516 sq ft home on 4684 sq ft lot

• 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom

• 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms

• Easy access to all amenities

• Beautiful open great room design

• Great investment for future development

• Private backyard !ith vie!s onto the 7th green

553 56 STREET, TSAwwASSEN

5844 COVE REACH ROAD, LADNER

$1,399,000

ARCHITECTURALLY-DESIGNED HOME W G NE TIN S I L

LOVELY CLIFF DRIVE FAMILY HOME

• 1829 sq ft home on 3056 sq ft lot • 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms • Outstanding build quality !ith high end finishings • Steps to Steveston Village and local amenities

11155 SIXTH AVENUE

$1,428,800 #1 TEAM IN BRITISH COLUMBIA 2017*

$1,415,000

METICULOUSLY KEPT HOME wITH UPDATES • 2903 sq ft home on 10,294 sq ft lot • 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms • Outdoor entertainer’s dream !ith pool and hot tub • Mns to schools, parks, trails, and more

6536 HILLSIDE CRESCENT

$1,488,800

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

*Based on total REBGV sales 2017. **Based on total residential commissions in 2017 for all RE/MAX associates in Canada.

January 23, 2020 The Delta Optimist A39

WESTCOAST INSPIRED “TERRACES” HOME • 3185 sq f" hom! o' 8156 sq f" lo" • 4 b!%#ooms, 3 b&"h#ooms • B!&u"ifully #!'ov&"!% "h#oughou" wi"h co'"!mpo#&#y %!sig' • G#!!'sp&c! b!hi'% fo# "h! ul"im&"! i' p#iv&cy

36 PARKGROVE CRESCENT, TSAWWASSEN

$1,498,800

SPECTACULAR NEWER HOME

• 3632 sq f" hom! o' 13,412 sq f" lo" • 5 b!%#ooms, 2 b&"h#ooms • W&lki'g %is"&'c! "o !l!m!'"&#y school • Po"!'"i&l fo# fu"u#! #!%!v!lopm!'"

6229 LADNER TRUNK ROAD, LADNER

$1,500,000

FANTASTIC INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY

• 2854 sq f" hom! o' 7570 co#'!# lo"

• 6000 sq f" %upl!x o' 11,216 sq f" lo"

• 4 b!%#ooms, 4 b&"h#ooms

• 3 b!%#ooms, 2 b&"h#ooms o' !&ch si%!

• exc!p"io'&lly %!sig'!% &'% w!ll buil" hom!

• S"!ps "o schools, L&%'!# Vill&g!, &'% &m!'i"i!s

4499 47 Street, Ladner

$1,598,800 LARGE HOLLY PROPERTY

• G#!&" i'v!s"m!'" 'ow &'% fo# fu"u#! %!v!lopm!'"

• Clos! "o "ow' c!'"#! &'% &ll &m!'i"i!s

575-577 56 Street, tSaWWaSSen

$1,682,800

BOUndarY BaY CUStOM HOMe

• 1344 sq f" hom! o' 13,067 sq f" lo"

• 3281 sq f" hom! o' 10,891 sq f" lo"

• 3 b!%#ooms, 2 b&"h#ooms

• 3 b!%#ooms, 4 b&"h#ooms

• Clos! "o Holly el!m!'"&#y & !&sy Hwy &cc!ss

• Sp&cious, op!' co'c!p" livi'g sp&c!

• Possibl! l&'% &ss!mbly of 8 p#op!#"i!s "o"&lli'g 138,145 sq f"

• Ou"%oo# livi'g &#!& wi"h pool, ho" "ub, h!&"!#s, &'% mo#!

4752 60B Street, Ladner

43 67 Street, tSaWWaSSen

$1,799,900

FANTASTIC INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY • 5232 sq f" 4-pl!x o' 27,798 sq f" lo" • 2 3 b!% sui"!s o' m&i', 2 2 b!% sui"!s b!low • 3 y!&# ol% #oof, 5 c&#po#"s &'% !x"#& p&#ki'g i' b&ck • Po"!'"i&lly sub-%ivi%&bl!, g#!&" hol%i'g p#op!#"y 12240 100A AVENUE

$1,999,900

Brand neW ULtra MOdern HOMe

$1,998,800

CentraLLY LOCated OFFICe BUILdInG • 2758 sq f" offic! buil%i'g o' 7707 sq f" co#'!# lo" • M!"iculously k!p" wi"h 2 lo'g "!#m p#of!ssio'&l "!'&'"s • P&#ki'g lo" fo# &pp#ox 10 c&#s plus s"#!!" p&#ki'g • Po"!'"i&l fo# #!%!v!lopm!'" wi"h i'c#!&s!% %!'si"y '!&#by 1464 56 Street, tSaWWaSSen

$2,288,800

CRESCENT ROAD ESTATE

• 3484 sq f" hom! o' 6834 sq f" lo"

• 3428 sq f" hom! o' 1.57 &c#! lo"

• 4 b!%#ooms, 4 b&"h#ooms

• 5 b!%#ooms, 3 b&"h#ooms

• High-!'% fi'ishi'gs "h#oughou" & op!' co'c!p" %!sig'

• L&#g! ki"ch!' wi"h high-!'% &ppli&'c!s & c&bi'!"#y

• Si"u&"!% o' B!&ch G#ov! Golf Cou#s!

• B#igh" &'% &i#y wi"h pos" &'% b!&m &#chi"!c"u#!

1190 JACKSON WAY, TSAWWASSEN

13838 CRESCENT ROAD

$2,298,800 #8 RE/MAX® TEAM IN CANADA 2017**

HUGE FAMILY HOME

$2,599,000

#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.

A40 The Delta Optimist January 23, 2020

BEAUTIFUL CUSTOM BUILT HOME

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

NEW LUXURY MODERN DREAM HOME

• 5282 sq ft home on 14,122 sq ft lot

• 5810 sq ft home on 12,345 sq ft lot

• 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms • High end finishings throughout

• Open concept living area with gourmet !itchen & wo! !itchen

• Overloo!ing Beach Grove GC fairways

• Unobstructed Diefenba!er Par! views

1183 JACkSON WAY, TSAWWASSEN

5393 1A AVENUE, TSAWWASSEN

• 5 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms

$2,898,800

$3,388,800

ENTERTAINER’S DREAM HOME W G NE TIN S LI

• 11,714 sq ft home on 46,810 sq ft lot

• 6061 sq ft home on 10,720 sq ft lot • 7 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms

• One of a !ind private estate • Mins to Crescent Beach Marina

• Breathta!ing ocean, mountain, and farm views

13828 CRESCENT ROAD

353 55 STREET, TSAWWASSEN

JUST UNDER AN ACRE IN WEST LADNER • 2700 sq ft home on a 41,771 sq ft lot • 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms • Great holding property with 2 level home • Redevelopment opportunity with 2 road frontages

5642 GROVE AVENUE, LADNER

$4,488,000

WEST kELOWNA INVESTMENT PROPERTY

• Roof dec! with hot tub, fire table, and putting green

$3,588,000

PANORAMIC OCEAN VIEWS • 5161 sq ft home on massive 27,650 sq ft lot • Very livable, architecturally designed home • Sub-dividable into 2 lots or build a dream Estate • 2 road frontages (Graham Dr & English Bluff Rd) • Each lot available for $2,998,800

210 GRAHAM DRIVE, TSAWWASSEN

$5,888,000

23 ACRE EQUESTRIAN CENTRE

• 6.25 acre mobile home par!

• 23 acres with 3 livable homes

• 39 mobile home pads with possibility for 10 more

• Adjacent to Delta Port Way

• Potential to subdivide into 30+ single family lots

• Close to new industrial par! & mall

• Connected to city sewer and water

• East access to Hwy 17, 17A, 99, and ferries

1375 GREEN BAY ROAD

2990 57B STREET, LADNER

$6,800,000

EXCEPTIONALLY LOCATED FARM PROPERTY W G NE TIN S I L

W G NE TIN S LI

• 6 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms

$3,500,000 W G NE TIN S I L

CUSTOM BUILT MODERN MASTERPIECE

$9,868,800 PRIME FARMLAND

• 52 acre property with 4 parcels

• 135.73 acres of fertile land

• Ladner & Tsawwassen amenities only mins away

• Property has 3 separate homes

• Across from Tsawwassen Mills Mall

• Rare opportunity to buy from long time owners

• Easy highway and ferry access

• Easy highway access & only 30 mins to Vancouver

2150-2250 52 STREET, LADNER

3820 64 STREET, LADNER

$9,888,000 #1 TEAM IN BRITISH COLUMBIA 2017*

$11,888,000

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

*Based on total REBGV sales 2017. **Based on total residential commissions in 2017 for all RE/MAX associates in Canada.

January 23, 2020 The Delta Optimist A41 RE/MAX® Progroup Realty 5360 12th Ave, Delta, BC V4M 2B3

OUR TESTIMONIALS SPEAK THEMSELVES! IN THIS MARKET YOU NEED THEFOR MARKET LEADERS!

Amy MCFee Unlicensed Assistant

Julie Crouch REALTOR®

Rachel MacInnes REALTOR®

Garrett Chu REALTOR®

Fraser Elliott REALTOR®

Philip Seel REALTOR®

Michelle Wright REALTOR®

Bob Cooke REALTOR®

Austen Langill REALTOR®

#1 REAL ESTATE TEAM IN LADNER / TSAWWASSEN

2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014,2015, 2016, 2017, 2018!

*

#1 TEAM FOR SALES IN GREATER VANCOUVER IN 2018!

*

Call Fraser and his team today for proven results, top-notch marketing, unbeatable systems and worldwide award-winning service!

• UNBEATABLE FULLCOLOUR LOCAL PRINT ADVERTISING • EXCLUSIVE LISTING MAGAZINE • VANCOUVER SUN ADVERTISING • MING PAO CHINESE NEWSPAPER

• TARGETED FACEBOOK MARKETING EXCLUSIVELY FOR YOUR HOME • MASSIVE SOCIAL MEDIA PRESENCE  UP TO 500,000 REACHED PER WEEK • YOUTUBE, CRAIGSLIST, KIJIJI ADVERTISING

• GOOGLE ADWORDS CAMPAIGNS DRIVING HUGE TRAFFIC TO OUR WEBSITE • MASSIVE CLIENT DATABASE AND BUYER LIST • LARGE VANCOUVERWIDE REALTOR® EMAIL DISTRIBUTION LIST

• PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY AND VIRTUAL TOUR OF YOUR PROPERTY • PROFESSIONAL STAGING ADVICE • EXPERIENCED REALTOR® AT ALL SHOWINGS

CALL FOR A FREE HOME EVALUATION RE/MAX® Progroup Realty 5360 12th Ave, Delta BC V4M 2B3 *Based on total REBGV MLS sales for 2018 all teams under 20 Agents. **For total residential and commercial commissions combined in 2017 for all RE/MAX® associates in Canada. ***For total residential and commercial commissions combined in 2017 out of over 100,000 RE/MAX® sales associates worldwide. As recognized by the RE/MAX® INTERNATIONAL achievement award to Fraser and his team for 2017.

A42 The Delta Optimist January 23, 2020

COMMERCIAL DIVISION LISTINGS ACREAGE WITH LAKE VIEWS!

INCREDIBLE BUILDING LOT!

•Stunning Acreage with Lake Views •10.3 private acres •Artesian well with Hydro at Lot Line LOT 7 BIG BAR ROAD

$139,000

PRIME TILBURY LOCATION!

•13,000 sq ft lot •Panoramic Views

1426 HIGHLANDS BOULEVARD

14 7449 HUME AVENUE

$749,900

PRIME NORTH RICHMOND LOCATION

110 2981 SIMPSON ROAD

EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY

111 1083 E KENT AVENUE NORTH

OUTSTANDING NORTH SURREY OPPORTUNITY

140 233 W 1ST

$858,800

•883 Sq.Ft. Space •Currently Dr. Office •Well Maintained

510 943 W BROADWAY

•Large 1,734 Sq.Ft. •Front Retail Plush Large Flex Room, Kitchen, Eating area + Bathroom •1 Private Parking 2560 E HASTINGS STREET

$1,698,800

UNBEATABLE BUILDING LOT!

$CALL

PRIME STREET LEVEL RETAIL/OFFICE SPACE

•3,500+ Sq.Ft. Total •RARE 29' CEILINGS •200 amp, 3 phase power, T8 Lighting •7 Dedicated Parking 155 11960 HAMMERSMITH WAY

$1,888,000

•7,707 Sq.Ft Corner lot property • 2,758 Sq.Ft office building • 10 car parking 1464 56 STREET

KITSILANO MIXED-USE BUILDING!

•Unobstructed Ocean and Gulf Island Views •171'x196' Lot with potential to buy 2 sideby-side $2,998,800

RARE LAKEFRONT OPPORTUNITY

INVESTOR ALERT!

$4,998,800

•Mixed-use Building •Corner of Commercial Drive and E. 14th Ave. • Income producing 1675 E 14TH AVENUE

23 ACRE PARCEL!!

•6.25 Acre Trailer Park in West Kelowna.

• 38 Existing homes •Income/Development Property $6,800,000

$2,288,800

•Fully Leased, •Redevelopment Potential •2.5% CAP RATE 2057 W 4TH AVENUE

#2 RANKED TEAM IN WESTERN CANADA**

$6,800,000

PRIME FARMLAND !!!

•23 Acre Parcel •Adjacent to BC Railway & DeltaPort Highway and Near TFN Industrial.

2990 57B STREET

$1,588,800

STUNNING POTENTIAL DEVELOPMENT/INVESTMENT

•Coal Harbour Street Level Retail/Office •1,021Sq.Ft. Office •Access to fitness amenity room and pool 1318 ALBERNI STREET

$ 1,098,800

PRIME IRONWOOD LOCATION!

•2,700+ Sq.Ft. Total •Front Loading Roll Up Door •Office on Mezzanine 123 11860 HAMMERSMITH WAY

$974,900

STREET LEVEL RETAIL

$999,900

•10,825 sq.ft lot •Outstanding Location •2 storey, 3 separate spaces, warehouse + 3-6 bedrooms up

#1 RANKED TEAM IN BRITISH COLUMBIA*

PROFESSIONAL OFFICE SPACE

IRONWOOD WAREHOUSE STRATA UNIT

$1,099,900

$299,000

• Over 1,200 Sq.Ft. Office Space • Steps from Lonsdale Quay

•12,361 Sq.Ft. Lot allows for Large Commercial Building with Rezonging to Commerical Hwy Use.

1375 GREEN BAY ROAD

LOT 4 BIG BAR ROAD

EXCELLENT GROUND FLOOR UNIT

$999,000

210 GRAHAM DRIVE

•Stunning Acreage with Lake Views •11.4 private acres •Artesian well with Hydro at Lot Line

•2,199 sq.ft total space • At grade roll-up door in front •Unbeatable location

•2,448 sq.ft warehouse •Ground Level Retail Storefront •Rear Warehouse with 21 Ft. + ceilings

12297 INDUSTRIAL ROAD

$279,900

HIGHLY DESIRABLE STRATA WAREHOUSE

•3,300+sq.ft total space • 2,544 sq.ft of ground level warehouse •800 Sq.Ft. Funished office up w/ Bathroom

12835 111 AVENUE

ACREAGE WITH LAKE VIEWS!

$9,868,800

•135.73 Acres •3 Separate Dwellings •Easy Highway Access

3820 64 STREET

#8 RANKED TEAM IN CANADA**

$11,888,000

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

COMMERCIAL DIVISION

*Based on total REBGV MLS sales for 2018 all teams under 20 Agents. **For total residential and commercial commissions combined in 2017 for all RE/MAX® associates in Canada. ***For total residential and commercial commissions combined in 2017 out of over 100,000 RE/MAX® sales associates worldwide. As recognized by the RE/MAX® INTERNATIONAL achievement award to Fraser and his team for 2017.

January 23, 2020 The Delta Optimist A43

COMMERCIAL DIVISION LISTINGS PT. ROBERTS BEACHFRONT PROPERTY

DUNBAR OPPORTUNITY

•8,463 Sq.Ft. Building •Unbeatable Location •Incredible Opportunity •Portion is leased out 1334 GULF ROAD

$ CALL

BURNABY REDEVELOPMENT PROPERTY

•3,840 Sq.Ft. Lot (40'x96') with Freestanding office/retail building, •Fully leased to Dentist 3335 DUNBAR ST

$ CALL

VANCOUVER REDEVELOPMENT

1015 W 13TH AVENUE

STUNNING MULTI-FAMILY BUILDING!

4844 53 STREET

LANGLEY INDUSTRIAL LAND!

$ CALL

82 TOWNHOUSE DEVELOPMENT SITE!!

• Potential11 Storey Commercial Office Building

9711 137 STREET

VANCOUVER MIDRISE SITE

$ CALL

APPROVED DEVELOPMENT PROPERTY •9.49 Acres •53 Single-Family Lot Subdivision •15 Townhouses or 2 Condo Buildings 910-925 HARBOURVIEW, NANAIMO

6780 GLOVER ROAD

•Stunning Building • OCP designates 4.9 FAR allowing 153,000 Sq.Ft. Buildable Area

$ CALL

6435 ROYAL OAK AVENUE

$ CALL

•11.3 Acres of Farmland •A1 Zoning

14689 48 AVE

PRIME DOWNTOWN VANCOUVER BUILDING

•2,840 Sq.ft. Lot •Directly beside 12 Storey Tower •Potential 3.8 FSR under the OCP

$ CALL

CAMBIE AND 49TH!

•8.712 Sq.Ft. Lot •Existing 41 Unit Building •Maximum height allowed is 450ft, and current density is 6.00 FSR.

$ CALL

1201 W GEORGIA ST

$ CALL

PRIME FARMLAND!

• 15 Acre Parcel •Potential for 122 Townhouse Units, and 110 Apartments Units 18190 92 AVENUE

$ CALL

HIGH DENSITY REDEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL!

15 ACRE REDEVELOPMENT SITE!!

$ CALL

2665 KINGSWAY

SURREY DEVELOPMENT PROPERTY

•6.2 AcresA •C-3A Zoning •Industrial/Commercial

•4.66 Acres •82 Unit development •3rd Reading approval soon 3134 200 STREET

$ CALL

$ CALL

738-742 FORT STREET

• 41,906 Sq.Ft. • Centrally Located

•Vancouver "Fairview" •17 Units

1465 W 14TH AVENUE

$ CALL

LARGE LADNER DEVELOPMENT PROPERTY

$ CALL

•10,011 Total Sq.Ft. • 5% CAP Potential

•11 Suite Building •Completely Updated •CAP RATE 2.5%

•Potential 27 unit rental housing building •Preliminary plans in place 1623 E GEORGIA STREET

$ CALL

SOUTH GRANVILLE MULTI-FAMILY BUILDING

•Potential to combine with 2 other neighbouring homes to develop a Mid Rise Building 5515 JERSEY AVENUE

ICONIC DOWNTOWN VICTORIA BUILDING

$ CALL

•1.638 Acres • Cambie Corridor redevelopment property •Strata Windup 444 WEST 49TH AVENUE

$ CALL

LOOKING TO BUY OR SELL COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE? CALL US: 604.728.2845 #1 RANKED TEAM IN BRITISH COLUMBIA*

#2 RANKED TEAM IN WESTERN CANADA**

#8 RANKED TEAM IN CANADA**

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

COMMERCIAL DIVISION

*Based on total REBGV MLS sales for 2018 all teams under 20 Agents. **For total residential and commercial commissions combined in 2017 for all RE/MAX® associates in Canada. ***For total residential and commercial commissions combined in 2017 out of over 100,000 RE/MAX® sales associates worldwide. As recognized by the RE/MAX® INTERNATIONAL achievement award to Fraser and his team for 2017.

A44 The Delta Optimist January 23, 2020 OBITUARIES

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MALAHOFF, Edith Thomson 1927 - 2020 Dee chose her last moments to be with us in the The midst of a beautiful Vancouver snowfall. newness of such a white world would be the newness of her absence in our lives. Dee passed away peacefully at 92 at her Kinsman home in Tsawwassen, January 13, 2020.

DESCHNER, Thomas On December 18th Thomas (Tom) Deschner passed away due to complications from cancer.

He is lovingly remembered by Dawn McDougall, his wife of 49 years, and his daughter Wynn Deschner (Kevin Eastwood). He will be sorely missed by his sisters, Sandi Mottle and Lynn Deschner, and by Rob McDougall ( Jen), Richard Ehnes, and Dorothy McDougall, as well as all of his nephews and nieces.

Tom taught special needs students in Vancouver until he retired in 2007. Tom was a very creative person and an inventive cook. He played multiple instruments, taught himself woodworking, built beautiful stained glass windows, and had begun learning how to carve. He loved travelling and had become an enthusiastic gardener.

We will all miss his smile.

HEIBERG, Marie Theresa (nee Dombowsky) July 14, 1925 - January 18, 2020 Our beautiful Marie peacefully left this earth on January 18 to reunite with her sweetheart Ray. She was surrounded by the love of her family and the songs that were once sung to her by her husband.

MAYNARD, Marian Claire September 14, 1929 − January 4, 2020 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Claire Maynard.

She passed away peacefully in the Delta Hospital at the age of 90 from pneumonia. In her final hours, Claire was surrounded by her three children, Malcolm, Rina, and Lawrence, and by her daughter −in−law, Brigid.

Claire Irving married Stanley Maynard on July 17, 1954, in Powell River. They enjoyed a happy 52 years of marriage together before Stan passed away on October 10, 2006. In the summer of 1970, Claire, Stan, and their three children moved to Ladner (Delta), BC, where the two of them remained for the duration of their lives. Claire taught junior and senior high school for over 40 years.

After retirement, she continued to enjoy an amazing and vibrant life, and celebrated her 90th birthday in September of 2019.

Claire loved her Ladner community, where she made many friends, in many different circles, including her church, public swimming pool, and the McKee House. Her strong love of the Church (Ladner United) and the congregation was always so important to her. Through all her years, she has always leaned into her faith to sustain her through joyous and sad times.

She is survived by her three children, Malcolm, Rina (Ken), and Lawrence (Brigid); and her grandchildren, Seán and Morgan, Lauren and Brendan.

In lieu of flowers, Claire wished to have donations made to the Ladner United Church or to the charity of your choice. There will be a funeral service on January 17, 2020, at 10:00 am at the Ladner United Church, 4960−48th Avenue, Delta, BC (604−946−6254).

She is survived by her children Keith, Karen, Dan (Debbie), Joy and Lisa (Doug), 13 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. She is also survived by her brothers Tony and Norbert, her sister Leone and more nieces and nephews than we can count.

Marie was born in Avonlea, Saskatchewan on July 14, 1925 to Linus and Helena Dombowsky. She was the first in her family of 17 to attend college. It was while teaching at Heiberg School in Lang, Saskatchewan that she was smitten by the handsome Raymond, who had just returned from the war. They were married on April 16, 1948 and homesteaded on a farm south of Lang. Those were some of Marie’s happiest memories, farming with the man she loved, raising their young children, singing in the church choir, enjoying card games and visiting with friends and family. Marie returned to part-time teaching in 1964 while continuing to farm. In 1967, they sold the farm and set down roots in Ladner, BC with their family of five. Always strong in their faith, they found a spiritual home with Sacred Heart Church.

Marie had a great sense of humour, a respect for education and a deep love for her family. We all have fond memories of playing cards (betting with Bugles, candies or pennies), sharing stories and talking on the phone with Marie. She hosted many wonderful Christmases and celebrations with her large extended family that were full of laughter and polka dancing. She always made an effort to stay in touch with everyone dear to her, which often resulted in a busy signal in the evenings. She was our family historian and matriarch and we could always count on her to remember important events and birthdays and spread the latest family news.

Marie enjoyed nothing more than being surrounded by her loved ones and found great joy in being a grandmother and great grandmother. She was always supporting her grandchildren whether it was at a sporting event, recital or as an ear to listen or shoulder to cry on. She had a true gift in her ability to lull a baby to sleep while rocking and singing to them.

Marie’s husband Ray passed away in 2007, and her strength and faith helped her through this hard time. The loving couple truly made this world a better place through their compassion, thoughtfulness and devotion to helping others.

Although her passing has been hard on us all, we find peace in knowing that she is finally reunited with her Ray. They have left our hearts forever full of love.

A heartfelt thank you to all the caregivers at KinVillage Assisted Living, Delta Hospital and Mountain View Manor as well as to Dr. Ruth Turnbull for their dedicated care.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Covenant House in Marie’s name. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, January 25 at 2 pm at KinVillage Community Centre located at 5430 10th Ave., Tsawwassen, followed by food and refreshments.

A mass will be held in July at the St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church in Claybank, Saskatchewan where Marie was both baptized and married. This will be her final resting place alongside her darling Ray.

Dee, daughter of the late Alec W. Jack and Mary Jack (nee Cowan), was predeceased by husband Steven Malahoff (1988). She will be greatly missed by children; Patrick (Debora), Robin (Elke), Brian (Felicia) and Stephanie (Christopher). Granny was so proud of her grandchildren; Bryn (Phillip), Riley (Evelyn), Taylor, Janine Bjorn, Sasha, Eva, Lachlan and Santiago and great grandchildren; Isla, Pearl, Angel and Miranda.

Born in Vernon, Dee lived in Chilliwack, Duncan and Powell River as a child and came to love coastal B.C., with siblings Betty, Al and Moira. She found her calling as a teacher, graduating from Provincial Normal School, Vancouver, and teaching at University Hill School and later in Prince Rupert. She shared laughter and a Dunbar apartment with girlfriends Carolyn and Beth and remained lifelong friends too with Bev and Grace. She loved travel and cherished her Scottish cycling trip and European tour, traveling abroad on the SS United States in 1954.

In 1956, Dee and Steven married in Nelson B.C. and all the talents of a school teacher she poured into her four children.

Photos confirm pressed shirts, matching shorts, trimmed hair, grins, birthday cake with marshmallow rabbits, face paint and sewn costumes. Enjoying nature, Dee packed picnics in the Rockies, during deep loops through the American west and on Okanagan Lake.

Despite many moves - Calgary, Lethbridge, Medicine Hat, Calgary, Kelowna - Dee made home everywhere and was famous for her nanimo bars, pineapple fluff, lemon meringue pies!

A soughtafter substitute teacher in Kelowna and gave her enduring satisfaction, Tsawwassen especially after the sad loss of Steve in 1988. She continued to ‘step up’ even when it was hard. Dee loved family, friends, biographies, beach walking, movies, gardens and ice cream. In her last weeks she sensed the miracle of it all.

Dee received exceptional care from staff at Kinvillage Tsawwassen. Dee’s family are forever grateful and would direct donations in Dee’s honour to: Kinvillage.org/donate A Celebration of Life will be held this summer, date to be announced.

SIMPSON, Helen (Lehto) September 26th, 1927, Perryvale, Alberta December 13th, 2019, White Rock, B.C. Helen passed peacefully at Whitecliff Retirement Home in the presence of her three daughters, at the age of 92.

S h e l e a v e s b e h i n d h e r fi v e c h i l d r e n , R o b er t Simpson, Janet Berglund (Anders), Gary Simpson (Maggie), Jo-Anne Baillie (Chris), and Linda Dalke (Bruce). Helen was blessed with eleven grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. She was shortly predeceased by her beloved husband Alan, after 68 years of marriage! Helen was the true family matriarch. Nothing could make her smile more than having her family around her. Her ability to please and care for her family was her true life goal. She was the perfect grandma. Always available and always smiling! She will be sadly missed by all members of our family and all the ladies on her curling and golf teams .

You can shed tears that she is gone, or you can smile because she has lived.

You can close your eyes and pray that she will come back or you can open your eyes and see all that she has left.

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BASTERASH, Lorraine Lorraine passed away peacefully in her room at Delta View Life Enrichment Centre. Lorraine was predeceased by her husband Edmond in 2014 and her son Claude in 2010.

She is survived by her daughters Claudette (Jim), Bernadette, son Berni, grandchildren Ryan (Ana), Tiffany (Jeff), Brittany (Ritchie), Kaitlyn (Chuck), Breanna (Blane) and Nichole and great-grandchildren Luka, Milana, Amelia, Carter, Jackson, Bella, Brooklyn and Samuel.

We wish to thank all the staff at Delta View for such great care.

There will be no service.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society or Heart and Stroke Foundation.

Condolences may be offered at www.deltafuneral.ca Delta Funeral Home (604) 946-6040

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LEWIS, Lillian 95 years young, Lillian Lewis reached her rainbow’s end on January 14, 2020. Surrounded by love, Mom crossed her Moon River peacefully, in her own time, at her home in the Delta View Long Term Care Centre. Sincere warm hugs and much appreciation to all the incredibly amazing DV and Forest Grove staff that supported and assisted mom for almost 3 years; and to the wonderful companions that provided their heartfelt loving care to mom.

She was born in Bergen, Norway, July 6, 1924.

Mom’s father, Malvin Mjos, desired to relocate his young family to a new world of potential opportunity, the west coast of Canada. In 1926 he ventured to Canada first, alone. Commercial fishing soon became his chosen livelihood. Mom and her mother, Margit Mjos, joined him a year later, when mom was but 3 years old.

DHALIWAL, Joginder (Joe) Joginder passed away peacefully on January 13, 2020 after a brief battle with pneumonia surrounded by his loved ones. Born April 16, 1924 Joe is survived by his wife of 75 years, Kartar; his son Harry (Kelly), daughter Dee and grandchildren Kamille, Shavahn, Quinn, Drew and Brett.

The service will be held at Riverside Funeral Home, 7410 Hopcott Road, Delta January 23rd at 1:00 pm.

No flowers please. Memorial gifts if inclined to Delta Hospital Foundation, 5800 Mountain Blvd, Delta V4K 3V6. Heartfelt thanks to the incredible staff at Delta Hospital.

Unfortunately, mom’s vision became increasingly compromised as she aged. A visual artist without sight. So very difficult, but mom accepted her limitations with much grace and positivity. We love you dearly, mom … may you rejoin all you loved, across your Moon River. No formal service planned at this time.

In lieu of flowers, we suggest that friends and family honour Lillian’s memory by sharing random acts of kindness with others throughout your lives.

Be gentle and kind with one another and share when you are able. Valued qualities modeled by both our parents throughout their lives. You will remain forever in our hearts.

MURRAY, June 1924 − 2020 June quietly slipped away surrounded by her three daughters on the morning of January 2, 2020. She was born in Collins, Ontario, and raised in Port Arthur.

June joined the RCAF and trained as a Wireless Operator during WWII. After the war, she went into nurses training and graduated from Port Arthur General Hospital in 1949. June moved to Vancouver in 1950 where she married Denis.

Together they raised their three daughters in the Kitsilano area. June was a nurse at Willow Chest Hospital and Pearson Hospital.

After retirement in 1985, she continued to volunteer her time at Pearson Hospital and Noble House caring for others until she was 92. When she wasn’t volunteering, June was enjoying her cabin in the Cariboo, where the family gathered for many happy vacations.

June was predeceased by Denis, her husband of 59 years, her sister, Liz, and her brother, Ted. June was a loving mother to Marilyn (Bill), Carol (Ray), and Linda (John). Also missing her are her grandchildren, Russell (Beverly), Wendy (Brian), Ryan (Megan), and Jenna (Myles), and seven great −grandchildren.

A gathering of family and friends will be held on February 1st at 1:00 pm, at the Delta Funeral Home (5329 Ladner Trunk Road, Ladner). In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Cancer Research Society or the Irene Thomas Hospice in Ladner.

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David Threlfall passed away peacefully surrounded by love. His smile warmed the heart of everyone who met him and he is deeply missed. All are welcome to attend his celebration of his life at 2 pm on February 1st at Shaughnessy Heights United Church, Vancouver. For messages of condolence, please see www.korucremation.com/obituaries.

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Lillian remained true to her Norwegian roots her entire life, a proud Norwegian Canadian. Predeceased by her loving husband of 70 years, Ken, in 2018; youngest son Paul, in 1996; and eldest son Tom, in 2008. Surviving family members include son, David ( Virginia ) and daughter, Jennifer ( Bill ).

Lillian’s life was filled with family, friends, her church, service to others, artistic pursuits and fun. Always the happy homemaker and dedicated parent, once freed from directly raising her children, mom pursued her other passions: water colour painting and textile weaving. Ken, her ever supportive primary patron, encouraged Lillian to explore her many interests, artistic and otherwise. Sharing what she learned was essential to reinforcing these skills: teaching neighbourhood children, hosting workshops in her home or offering technique classes to those interested. She was active with the Richmond Weavers Guild, South Delta Artists and BC Church Library Association.

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January 23, 2020 The Delta Optimist A47

From our family to yours, happy

2020

PILOT

• ECON MODE & ECO ASSIST™ • HONDA SENSING™ SAFETY TECHNOLOGIES • 7 OR 8 PASSENGER SEATING

2020

CR-V

• ECON MODE & ECO ASSIST™ • HONDA SENSING™ SAFETY TECHNOLOGIES • TURBOCHARGED 1.5L ENGINE

2020

CIVIC

• ECON MODE & ECO ASSIST ASSIST™ SAFETY TECHNOLOGIES • HONDA SENSING™ SAFET • APPLE CARPLAY™ & ANDROID ANDR AUTO™

Celebrate the New Year with the whole family.

A48 The Delta Optimist January 23, 2020

Eat happy Sterling Silver

Beef Striploin Steaks

Family Size Savings or Roast, Boneless $22.02/kg

Quality

On Sale

9

99

• Carefully sourced and hand-selected • Guaranteed tender, juicy and flavourful, every time

You Save $7/lb

BC C Fre esh Chiccke en Fry yerss

Twin Pack, Product of Surrey Chicken Legs, Back Attached or Frozen Duck $4.39/kg

Wild Alaskan Sockeye Salmon Whole Side Fillets Boneless, Skin-On Previo ously Frozen or Fro ozen $13.5 56/lb

On Sale

199

299

Per lb

Per 100g

You Save $2/lb

You Save $2/100g

Boneless, Whole Side Loin, Vacuum Packed Product of Western Canada $5.49/kg g

12x1L

On Sale

On Sale

649

799

Each

Each

You Save $2

Be eef, Chicken orr Vegetable Made in Victoria Whole Case 36 Pack Frrozen

Save up to $4.50

Tropicana

Grown in Spain 5lb/2.27kg Pack

Pure Apple Juice

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On Sale

Compliments

Cheese

Packag ged in Nanaimo 907g

On Sale

1099

899

Each

Each

You Save $15.50

Save up to $8

Premium Orange Ju uice

Kellogg’s

Campbell’s

Adult or Kids 700g–1.22kg

Tomato, Chicken Noodle, Cream of Mushroom or Vegetable 12x284ml

On Sale

On Sale

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Jumbo Cereal

2.6 63L

On Sale

2999 Each

You Save $23.65

599 Each

You Save $2.50

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Stem and Leaf Tangerines

You Save $4

You Save $1.50/lb

Organic, Krema or Greek Style Produced in Delta 1.75kg

SanLucar

Eacch

Per lb

Produced in Abbotsford or on Vancouver Island 18 Pack

Extra Large, Grown in Peru New Crop $6.59/kg

999

249

SunRype

Yogurt

Premium Green Seedless Grapes

On Sale

On Sale

Olympic

Samosas

You Save $2/lb

Whole Side Fresh Pork Loin

Island Gold

Thrifty Kitchens

Per lb

BETTER EVENT

On Sale

Free Range Eggs

2

99

• Aged to tender perfection

Per lb

BIGGER

On Sale

AAA BEEF

Soup

On Sale

699

799

Each

Each

Save up to $6

You Save $10

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Specials in effect until WED, JAN 29, 2020