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PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING 22-Unit Townhouse Proposal

You are invited to a Public Information Meeting hosted by the City of Delta to learn and ask questions about a proposed 22-unit townhouse development at the 5700 block of 16 Avenue (a portion of the Beach Grove Golf Course) (see location map below).

Meeting Date: Wednesday, March 11, 2020 Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Location: South Delta Recreation Centre (Main Hall) 1720 56 Street, Tsawwassen

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Application File Number: LU008390 Applicant: Dean Bauck, Personal Real Estate Corporation Additional information on the application (File No. LU008390) can be found on Delta’s website: www.delta.ca/BeachGroveTownhouses Have questions or comments?

Email: cpd@delta.ca or call the Community Planning & Development Department at 604.946.3380.

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Stabbing suspect pleads guilty Man who injured police officer outside school last year to be sentenced in May IAN JACQUES

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The suspect in last year’s double stabbing that seriously injured two people, including a Delta police officer, outside a North Delta elementary school pleaded guilty to three charges in a Surrey provincial court Monday.

Charges of attempted murder, unlawful confinement and aggravated assault were read out in court, and the suspect, through the aid of an interpreter, entered guilty pleas to all three charges before Justice Della Jahani.

The guilty pleas were entered the day a twoweek trial was scheduled to start.

Crown counsel Michael Fortino said the remaining seven charges, which include extortion and uttering threats, will be dealt with at a sentencing hearing, which has been set for May 4 and 5 in Surrey provincial court.

The court has also ordered that a psychiatric assessment be completed prior to the sentencing

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The suspect and his female victim cannot be identified due to a courtimposed publication ban.

On Feb. 20, 2019, Delta police Sgt. John

Jasmins, who was off-duty, intervened in an altercation between a man and a woman outside Immaculate Conception school. Both Jasmins and the woman received seri-

ous stab wounds.

Jasmins noted in subsequent media interviews that his children actually witnessed the incident.

Uniformed police officers arrived on the scene

quickly, and the suspect was apprehended minutes later.

Jasmins has since returned to full-time duties, where he is in charge of the department’s three community policing offices. The female victim was seriously injured, and while her condition has improved, she is still recovering.

“It was just over a year ago when I was sitting in the office, and learned that one of our officers had been hurt,” said DPD Chief Neil Dubord in a press release. “Those were some chaotic and tense moments, as it took a while for reports to come in from our various officers on the ground. Later that night I had a chance to see John in the hospital to check on him, and thank him. I have no doubt that he saved a woman’s life that day.

“For us as a police department, it’s gratifying to see these three guilty pleas. These are very serious charges, and reflect the gravity of what occurred a year ago.”

Proposed 3.5% property tax hike would add $85 to bill SANDOR GYARMATI

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Delta residents have a chance to provide feedback on the city’s updated financial plan which includes a proposed 3.5 per cent increase to residential property tax bills this year.

The increase, which only applies to the Delta

portion of the property tax bill and not what other taxing authorities will take, works out to 1.75 per cent more for city services and 1.75 per cent for parks infrastructure funding.

The proposed increase would add $85 to the tax bill for the average home, assessed at $887,000 in 2020, according to the city’s finance department.

Before the proposed tax hike goes to Delta council, residents can share their views on the proposed budget, funding priorities, city services and upcoming projects. Input can be provided until Feb. 28 by visiting delta.citizenbudget.com. People can simulate their own budgeting process by allocating tax dollars to their preferred

funding categories.

For more details on the property tax increase and the financial plan, visit Delta.ca/budgets.

Last year the city passed a 2.99 per cent tax increase, which worked out to a $70 increase for the average home, while the year before that a 1.95 per cent increase added $45 to the bill for the aver-

age home.

In 2017, a 2.75 per cent increase worked out to an average $61 increase, while 2016 saw a 3.5 per cent hike add approximately $75 to the average bill.

Council recently approved a $40 increase to the flat rate utility bill for a single-family home, pushing it to $1,130.

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Last week’s provincial budget has $7.4 billion dedicated to priority transportation projects, including the Pattullo Bridge replacement and Broadway subway, but a funding commitment for a tunnel replacement will have to wait until after the government completes its business case later this year on a preferred option.

Metro Vancouver mayors recommend an eightlane immersed tunnel, which would include dedicated transit lanes, while the province has also put forward the option of an eight-lane long-span bridge, both of which are now being reviewed in a consultation process.

A consultant’s report notes the estimated cost of the eight-lane immersed tunnel is between $4 billion and $5 billion, while

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the estimated cost of the eight-lane bridge is between $3.5 billion and $4.5 billion.

The tunnel would have an estimated three-year environmental review and require five years of construction. The bridge would have a one- to twoyear environmental review and also require five years for construction.

Scheduled to have been completed in 2022 before the NDP government killed the project, the previous Liberal government’s George Massey Tunnel Replacement Project carried an estimated $3.5-billion price tag. It would have been a 10-lane bridge with a series of roadworks, including new overpasses,

on both sides of the river.

Following this week’s budget announcement Delta South Liberal MLA Ian Paton said the higher cost is now even more startling for a scaled-down project, considering the low bid for his government’s project ended up coming in at under $3 billion.

“With the counterflow, the way it works now, you get three lanes in rush hour going in one direction. So, you wouldn’t be gaining much with these projects. That’s why we proposed a 10-lane bridge, which would at least be thinking a hundred years in the future. I believe that’s how these projects need to be built.”

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Ladner townhouse proposal rejected

Narrow vote of Delta council shoots down application for 40 units on 57th Street IAN JACQUES

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Citing issues with variances, density and affordability, Delta council voted to deny a 40-unit townhouse proposal on Ladner’s 57th Street following a lengthy public hearing Tuesday night.

The 4-3 vote saw councillors Jeannie Kanakos, Lois Jackson, Alicia Guichon and Dan Copeland reject the application while councillors Bruce McDonald and Dylan Kruger joined Mayor George Harvie in voting in favour.

Developer Maple Leaf Homes was proposing to turn seven single-family lots into a three-storey townhouse complex a block north of Ladner Trunk Road.

The public hearing heard from 23 speakers, the vast majority of which spoke in favour of the development.

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City hall was packed with residents Tuesday night at a public hearing for a 40-unit townhouse proposal on Ladner’s 57th Street.

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Maple Leaf Homes is looking to turn seven singlefamily lots into a 40-unit townhouse complex.

Those in support said the project would provide a more affordable option for young families either already living locally or those wishing to move back to their childhood home.

Several speakers from the real estate community echoed those comments, saying there’s a demand for this type of housing and that the project would sell out quickly.

Those opposed cited drainage issues, the increase in traffic and safety concerns around crosswalks.

“This is not affordable,” said Kanakos as council members discussed the proposal following the hearing. “I want to support affordable housing in Ladner. Show me how we can do that. It is a site for townhouses and will be developed as townhouses

eventually, it just needs to be tweaked. That’s why I moved to deny it with the aim to come back to council with a smaller footprint, more greenspace and less projections into the public realm.”

Jackson took issue with the number of speakers who lived far from the proposed project.

“I’m always interested in hearing from people about development from other areas and welcome you all from North Delta, however I must say that I have to listen to the people who live in the neighbourhood whose property is affected by this proposal,” she said.

“I’m concerned about the character, it’s massive and does not seem to fit. There is no reason that this can’t be built within the property line.

“What we create here at this table… what we approve at this table is important for the next 40 years. We should look at the form and character and create places where people want to live and stay.”

Guichon and Copeland both said there were many likeable things about the proposal, but both took issues with the density.

“I’m failing to see the broader benefits to the

existing community,” said Guichon. “I know we would be able to fill those 40 units no problem, but what I struggle with is at what cost to our existing neighbourhood and the uncertainty of what we would create on the 57th corridor without adequate public consultation and adequate OCP review.”

McDonald and Kruger both said they liked the development, how attractive it was and its proximity to transit, which Kruger stated is an important goal of council.

Harvie said the application offers housing options for families.

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• Feb. 17, 8:39 p.m., 5800-block of Ladner Trunk Road: While conducting proactive traffic patrols along Ladner Trunk Road, police observed a vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed. A traffic stop was initiated to check for driver sobriety. When asked, the driver admitted to consuming liquor that evening. Approved screening device demand read and first sample result was “warn” and second sample was “fail.” Driver was served a three-day immediate roadside prohibition and police released vehicle to a sober driver who was

in the vehicle with driver.

• Feb. 18, 2:35 p.m., 4900-block of Westminster Avenue: While conducting foot patrols at Lions Park, police observed graffiti on the public washroom building. Photo obtained.

No witnesses/suspects known at this time.

• Feb. 19, 9:25 a.m., 7000-block of Highway 17: An officer was conducting on-foot laser enforcement when a BMW was observed travelling at a high rate of speed.

Laser speed at 133 km/h in 80 km/h highway zone. Vehicle stop conducted and driver served ticket for excessive speed and vehicle was impounded. Vehicle towed and driver left in a taxi.

• Feb. 19, 9:46 a.m., 5100-block of Ladner Trunk Road: Complainant reported an unknown male smashed the rear canopy window on his pickup truck. Total damage was approximately $200.

• Feb. 22, 8:20 p.m., 4800-block of Elliott Street: Police observed a driver not yield at a stop sign and pulled the vehicle over.

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was prohibited from driving for 90 days. His vehicle was impounded for 30 days.

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• Feb. 18, 12:03 p.m., 1100-block of 56th Street: Store employee called to report a customer had $2,000 stolen from her. Victim advised she went to bank and withdrew $2,000 and then attended the store. She was approached by a male and female who advised she had ketchup on her coat. Victim removed her coat and they assisted in cleaning the ketchup off. Police investigation revealed that a possible second male appeared to have thrown something on the victim’s back.

• Feb. 18, 5:01 p.m., 5500-block of 9th Avenue: Park staff reported graffiti at the Boys and Girls Club next door. An officer attended and observed “ANT” and other illegible tags in orange spray paint on the stairs, patio and cement. Photos obtained.

• Feb. 19, 11:52 a.m., 200-block of 67A Street: Complainant reported that an unknown person entered his garage and took his Makita tool set. His cordless impact driver, drill, palm sander, skill saw, reciprocating

saw, jigsaw and battery charger were taken. Total value of tools: approximately $400. No method of entry or exit located and no damage.

• Feb. 19, 10:45 p.m., 5300-block of 12th Avenue: A traffic stop was conducted for failing to turn on the left signal when exiting out of the parking lot. An odour of liquor was detected from the driver and the approved screening device demand was read. Initial result was a “warn” and second result was “warn.”

Driver was served a threeday immediate roadside prohibition. Driver’s licence was seized and vehicle was not towed but was parked in a secure lot by his spouse who picked driver up from the scene.

• Feb. 21, 11:26 a.m., 56th Street/12th Avenue: Police were dispatched to a reported driving complaint.

Complainant advised she observed vehicle driving erratically (tailgating, speeding and passing unsafely). Police located the vehicle parked at registered owner’s residence and driver confirmed he was driving and admitted to having been “in a rush.” Driver was given a verbal warning. Complainant was advised.

A&W drive-thru in East Delta moves step closer to reality IAN JACQUES

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Delta council has given conditional approval to a proposed A&W drive-thru and adjacent storage facility in East Delta.

It was not a unanimous decision earlier this month as councillors Jeannie Kanakos and Lois Jackson voted against the application, saying it was a bad location after the farming

community expressed concerns with traffic in the area.

Both councillors also took issue with the threestorey storage facility, saying it was out of character for the area. Both, however, did not have any issues with the A&W drive-thru restaurant.

A motion to deny the application was defeated on a 4-2 vote, while a motion to give the appli-

cation third reading and a referral to Metro Vancouver was approved by a 4-2 vote.

The application was put on hold following a public hearing in December after council requested further clarification on traffic impacts and current enforcement of on-street parking in the vicinity of the site on Burns Drive.

The application will now be referred to Metro

Vancouver where the board will have to approve a bylaw amendment to change the land use designation from agricultural to rural. Once that is completed, the application would come back to Delta for final approval.

The Burns Drive site, near the junction of Highway 99 and Ladner Trunk Road, had previously been used as nursery but is now vacant.

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City of Delta honours heritage advocates IAN JACQUES

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The City of Delta recognized its past, present and future on Monday night with the presentation of this year’s heritage awards.

The Heritage Award of Merit was presented to Sharon Ellis of Westham Island Herb Farm, while the Delta Friends of Heritage Award was presented to maritime artist John Horton and several members of the North Delta advisory group of the Delta Heritage Society.

Coun. Jeannie Kanakos and Mayor George Harvie made the presentations.

“This is a special evening as we have a chance to celebrate and honour our heritage, especially those who have contributed over the last year,” said Kanakos. “Our heritage award recipients all contributed to bringing stories of Delta’s past into the present and we are pleased tonight to honour them.

“Heritage is a passion which is important to our Delta community as we all know you can’t know where you are going unless you know where

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Maritime artist John Horton (centre) receives a Friends of Heritage Award from Mayor George Harvie and Coun. Jeannie Kanakos.

you have been.”

Kanakos said the Westham Island Herb Farm recently completed its 25th year of operation and provides a valuable connection to Delta’s heritage.

“The Westham Island Herb Farm is a great example of a dynamic enterprise which has highlighted Delta’s heritage as its business model,” said Kanakos.

Horton was recognized for promoting awareness of Delta’s maritime heritage through art, specifically his painting

Arrival at Port Guichon which was gifted to Delta in November following a year-long fundraising campaign. The painting will be on permanent display at the Delta Cultural Centre when that facility opens later this year.

The North Delta advisory group, formed in 2017, was recognized for its efforts in documenting, preserving and promoting the history of North Delta.

The group’s work will be compiled into a book called North Delta History and Heritage that will be released this spring.

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Sharon Ellis (centre) of Westham Island Herb Farm receives the Heritage Award of Merit from Mayor George Harvie and Coun. Jeannie Kanakos.

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Members of the North Delta advisory group of the Delta Heritage Society receive the Friends of Heritage Award from Mayor George Harvie and Coun. Jeannie Kanakos.

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ayor George Harvie was shocked when he heard Transportation Minister Claire Trevena doesn’t see the need for light rail south of the Fraser River.

Alarmed, mystified or outraged would also have qualified as reasonable reactions to a statement that shows how out of touch the MLA from Vancouver Island is with traffic issues in the region.

We’re decades past needing an enlarged and/or replaced George Massey Tunnel but even if we get a shiny new crossing, which is no sure thing with this NDP government, the idea that we can build our way out of congestion with more rubber on asphalt is asinine. There’s no doubt that additional vehicular lanes are needed across the Fraser, but any chance of making a lasting impact on congestion goes beyond just pavement.

New crossings have a tendency to get clogged long before they’re supposed to because they invariably bring drivers out of the woodwork, so if a new link across the river on the Highway 99 corridor is to offer any sort of long-term commuting relief, it will require some form of rapid transit.

That’s why it was so disappointing to hear Trevena dismiss the idea out of hand, suggesting instead that frequent buses are the answer to moving people.

Buses already have priority lanes on the highway and front-of-the-line access to the tunnel, so adding dedicated transit lanes to a new crossing only provides so much benefit.

If you’re scoring at home, that means a new crossing will offer an incentive to put more people behind the wheel while providing little inducement to increase transit ridership, hardly the type of infrastructure project people expect in the 21st century.

I realize a light rail line that would cross the river to provide access to the ferry terminal as well as fast-growing places to the east comes with a hefty price tag on top of billions for the actual crossing, but building one without the other is only going to neutralize the benefits of a new bridge or tunnel.

No one expects rapid transit to come with a new crossing, but to not even entertain the idea at some point in the future is deeply troubling. A crossing that makes it easier on drivers but doesn’t do a lot for transit users is one that’s asking for congestion.

March without a blockade is not the norm these days

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f you were around Ladner last Saturday, you may have seen a march go through town. It was a quieter march, no big banners or signs, just a bunch of people with grey and blue toques heading along Arthur Drive and Ladner Trunk Road.

No traffic was stopped, although it was getting crowed at the crosswalks. Everyone waited for the light to change, though.

It wasn’t a protest, it was a fundraiser. The annual Coldest Night of the Year walk took place, raising money for Deltassist.

CNOY is a national program that helps local charities raise money for the “hungry, homeless and hurting.” There were 144 walks across Canada that raised nearly $6 million to help those in need.

This was the first time the event was held in Ladner after two years in North Delta. I have to say, it was quite a pleasant evening, not nearly the coldest night of the year, at least for us. A quick look on Twitter shows a lot of other events that had a much colder evening on their hands. They had snow, we had sun. So I guess that makes our walk the warmest Coldest Night of the Year. Typical for us, I guess.

The great part was all the support that came from the community. In Delta, we raised nearly

Community Comment BRAD SHERWIN

$27,000 and counting that will go to programs for food security, seniors and kids.

It was also great to get the support of Mayor George Harvie, Coun. Dylan Kruger, police Chief Neil Dubord and South Delta MLA Ian Paton who all came out and walked with us. MLA Ravi Kahlon and MP Carla Qualtrough had planned to attend, but had to send regrets. With both being in respective governments, I think they had other marches that needed their attention.

As much as people like to complain about politicians, when you are in office, there’s no such thing as a weekend or time off when there’s a job to be done, or a community to support.

Deltassist also had great support from many local businesses that contributed funds, food and brought teams out to walk. After

a brisk five-kilometre walk, the soup the participants got at the end was very welcome, as were the apples and donuts at city hall part way through.

As much as we don’t like to think it, there are people in our community that are struggling.

It’s pretty well hidden, but every once in a while shows itself through different programs, like the Christmas Toy Depot. These are also times the community comes out and helps, residents and businesses alike. The mayor and council have also been very supportive, and plan on more as Harvie mentioned in his welcome to the group.

I don’t often take the time to walk through Ladner, the view is usually absorbed though a car window on my way somewhere.

It was a nice evening, with lots of great people to chat with, all for a good cause.

And did I mention the donuts?

There were donuts. Hmmm, donuts…

Many thanks to all who came out, and all that supported Deltassist.

Brad Sherwin, MBA is a longtime resident of South Delta, and has over 30 years’ experience in marketing, public relations and business strategy. He teaches marketing at Douglas College, coaches hockey goalies and is past president of Deltassist.

February 27, 2020 The Delta Optimist A9

Letters

Delta’s traffic lights need to be brought into the 21st century

Editor: It’s time Delta’s traffic engineers brought Tsawwassen into the 21st century. Outside of South Delta all intersections operate consistently and therefore safely. Only the intersection of 12th Avenue and 56th Street operates correctly.

The proper operation of an intersection is to have the travel direction light change be predetermined by the pedestrian signal change. Yet the busiest Tsawwassen intersection at 16th Avenue and 56th Street has no pedestrian countdown as the green light goes amber and finally red within five seconds.

Considering how fast vehicles travel 56th Street, drivers either run the red or slam on their brakes and skid to a stop.

Then at 12th Avenue and 53A Street a vehicle travelling north/south on 53A Street triggers an amber to red light for 12th Avenue in about five seconds, akin to 16th/56th, which doesn’t give drivers on 12th Avenue an appropriate amount of stoppage time.

These two intersections are the worst in the Lower Mainland and need immediate updating to avoid red light runners and rear-end accidents.

Other Tsawwassen traf-

fic lights that are pedestrian controlled need to have their time on red reduced as traffic sits much too long awaiting a change to green, therefore creating unnecessary backups.

There are so many more vehicles in Tsawwassen being driven too aggressively and too fast without consistent traffic enforcement, so Delta has to create a safer environment for all drivers. Updating all the intersection lights is one way to make driving safer.

We pay very high taxes and we deserve safer intersections. It’s time for the traffic engineers to earn their pay.

Joe Hoar

Protesters understand Earth won’t heal itself

Editor: Some of you may have received an unsettling diagnosis that you have cancer. A few may elect to get a second opinion but nobody would ask the entire world’s doctors for their opinion and still have the first doctor’s diagnosis confirmed, then say, “I don’t believe you.”

Essentially that is what has happened to the news of climate emergency. We all know something is not right but we still wait for it to heal itself or others to act so we can get back to the way it once was. Good luck with that.

The extinction rebellion is a protest drawing atten-

tion to the fact that disasters and nature will be emitting more greenhouse gas than mankind will be able to reverse unless we make radical changes now.

Plastic bags and light bulbs are a nice start but leaving all fossil fuels in the ground is what will bring the necessary change. Continuing to expand production and build new pipelines will end humanity.

All levels of government are ignoring calls for action and essentially doing little except talk and tax. Leaders? There’s a joke. They are not listening to fact and reason so

protest and public awareness is the only option left for those who see that massive change is needed now.

Instead of getting mad at those who are inconveniencing your daily commute, get mad at the people who are doing nothing to save your kids having a future. Our Indigenous people, extinction rebellion and many other organizations like them, even the 17-year-old Greta Thunberg, who are actively demonstrating what you are too lazy or afraid to do. The least you can do is get yourself informed and support them.

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Discounted pass would keep seniors healthy

Editor: Almost nine months ago the City of Delta introduced a Youth Admission Pass to Delta youth between the ages of 10 and 18. The pass provides its holder with free access to all Delta recreation facilities and drop-in programs.

From my experience, anything that is free gets limited use, sometimes gets abused and has limited long time effect. After nine months it would be interesting to see the

results of this generous offer by the city.

Delta residents over 85 also have complimentary access to the facilities.

With the growing base of seniors in Delta, mayor and council also have a responsibility to keep this group healthy, thereby reducing costs on our medical system.

I would suggest Delta consider a $10 monthly rate (same paid by some groups in Delta) for all seniors over the age of 65

and to those with doctorapproved, long-term physical disabilities. This rate, in my opinion, should be offered during non-peak hours, say 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Doing so would encourage more physically challenged and those over 65 to use the facilities. It would also create additional revenue and keep staff engaged during nonpeak hours. Let’s encourage our seniors to stay healthy.

Hari Aroon

Another crossing needed, but at different location

Editor: It’s not surprising that the bridge is a hard sell. It makes no sense.

Yes, another crossing over (or under) the South Arm is needed, but not here.

Just look at the big picture as it is now: only two options at its western end, the tunnel and

the Alex Fraser Bridge; between them they have to accommodate all the traffic between Surrey and the coast on the one side and everything to the south, and when one of them has a problem, the other comes to a halt also.

A third crossing is needed between the tunnel and the bridge, say somewhere

southwards of Boundary Road.

Both East Vancouver and Burnaby have seen enormous development, both residential and commercial, and the vastly increased traffic that has generated has to use either one or the other to cross the South Arm. Ellen Pye

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Minister terminates contract

Delta Hospice Society given one-year notice funding will disappear due to its position on MAiD SANDOR GYARMATI

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The community of Delta will continue to have hospice beds despite the provincial government removing the Delta Hospice Society from the picture.

That’s what Health Minister Adrian Dix assured in an interview with the Optimist Tuesday following his announcement earlier in the day that his government has given the leadership of the society one year’s notice that the province will be terminating its contract.

The Ladner facility will continue to receive funding and allowed to operate until then.

The move comes after Fraser Health was unable to convince the new society board to be in compliance with a policy to allow Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) at the Irene Thomas Hospice in Ladner. Dix said the society is in breach of its contract for denying something that’s legal and people have the right to access.

“It’s on Feb. 25, 2021.

That gives them time to decide as an organization what they might like to do and gives us time, consistent with the contract, to ensure hospice services are going on in the interim and to ensure there’s a continuation of care until that date,” Dix told the Optimist.

“I’m very respectful of people who have differences and don’t wish to participate, but you can choose not to participate but you can’t choose not to participate and continue to be funded for these services. We have to ensure these services are provided and I think the people of Delta will appreciate that,” he said.

Dix noted the contract had provided Delta Hospice Society approximately $1.5 million annually, covering 94 per cent of the society’s costs to operate the 10-bed hospice.

The community raised millions to construct the buildings that are on land owned by Fraser Health.

After the termination, hospice beds will still be provided, perhaps even at the current facility.

Dix suggested the hospice society’s $1 annual lease with Fraser Health

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The 10-bed Irene Thomas Hospice will continue to receive funding from Fraser Health for the next year, Health Minister Adrian Dix announced Tuesday. stipulates a publicly-funded facility must operate at the site, so the current buildings don’t have to be shuttered and may instead be turned over to public management.

continues today,” he said.

As far as the potential scenario of a new society board that’s more favourable to MAiD being voted in before the contract is terminated in 2021, Dix,

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that wouldn’t be any good either. This is not the way we should make decisions… I believe that most people in Delta agree with this, that we shouldn’t be setting up an ongo-

Health approved its policy later that year that mandates hospices provide the procedure.

This year marks the 10th anniversary of the opening of the Ladner hospice

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Health Minister Adrian Dix said he’s respectful of differing opinions, but insists public services must be accessible.

Delta Hospice Society board president Angelina Ireland maintains MAiD is not compatible with palliative care.

“That’s an issue Fraser Health has some time to work on, 365 days in fact.

I will say this: I think a lot of people will want to continue to have hospice services there. Fraser Health could run it but we haven’t decided. We want to be respectful of people and their differences and that

ing fight over controlling Delta Hospice Society and individuals’ right to access a legal and publicly available facility. That’s not how we should do these things.”

In 2016, the federal government passed legislation permitting medical assistance in dying. Fraser

who said he harbors no animosity toward the society, indicated his government would still terminate the contract.

“I was asked at the press conference maybe people from the other side of the debate should get a big number of people and take it back over, but

but Dix’s announcement appears to mark the beginning of the end of the society running things.

The society has been in turmoil for some time over MAiD. A month after trying to hold an annual general meeting, which was described as a fiasco, the society last November

held a second packed and heated AGM at Genesis Theatre, a meeting that saw many newly signedup members vote in a board opposed to MAiD. The new board promptly reversed a decision made a week prior by the previous board to allow the procedure, setting it on a collision course with Fraser Health, which set a Feb. 3 deadline.

Board present Angelina Ireland at the time said their decision was based on two independent legal opinions that MAiD is not compatible with the society’s purposes as stated in its constitution.

She maintained MAiD is completely incompatible with palliative hospice care.

Complaining the board was hijacked by a small group imposing their religious views, those opposed to Ireland countered there’s nothing in the society’s constitution or mandate specifically opposed to MAiD. “Putting the patient first is what matters most.

Patients make decisions about medical services in consultation with their doctor and their family. No organization can influence this decision or impose it. I respect anyone’s right to disagree, and no one has ever required hospice staff to deliver medical assistance in dying, but they must allow eligible residents who want the service to access it,” Dix stated.

Noting the government isn’t looking for a fight and decided to issue notice of contract termination without cause, which it’s entitled to do, Dix also told the Optimist he has no problem when it comes to government being a funding partner with private groups in health care, and there’s numerous examples of mixed models.

The Optimist reached out to Ireland for comment but didn’t get a response.

Delta South Liberal MLA Ian Paton said it is unfortunate things came to this point and that the government appears ready to take over a facility the community worked so hard to build.

The government noted that in the last three years, more than 3,000 British Columbians have opted for medical assistance in dying.

February 27, 2020 The Delta Optimist A11

Community

Hospice Cottage’s collectible sale has become a month-long event

Hospice Cottage Charity Shoppe is introducing a new concept this year for its highly anticipated collectible sale. Instead of a two-day blitz, the sale at the Tsawwassen thrift store will take place over the entire month of March with special features each week.

A fresh shopping experience will be offered each Monday as items will be grouped into unique displays at the beginning of each week and moved at the end of each week to allow for the following week’s feature.

The store layout will remain as it usually does with clothing, crafts, wool, housewares, pictures and more, but the exception each week will be coveted displays of unique and highly collectible items.

Offerings will include vintage instruments, record players, records, cameras, sports memorabilia, stamps, books, magazines, items with Asian influence, items with First Nations influence, one-ofa-kind handcrafts, linens, and pieces of china, crystal and silver sets.

Retro items such as telephones, Hollywood, Olympic and war memo-

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A glimpse into some of the collectible items that will be available for purchase during Collectible Month at the Hospice Cottage Charity Shoppe in Tsawwassen.

rabilia, in addition to vintage wooden toys and dolls, add a uniqueness to the sale.

Thanks to the generosity of the community over the past year, the store has been inspired to introduce the new concept to its annual collectible sale. It will give everyone more of a chance to participate in the collectible hunt this year, not just those willing to line up in the early hours of the two sale days.

The Hospice Cottage Charity Shoppe will commence Collectible Month on March 2 by offering

furniture, wood, First Nations, Asian clocks, figurines, china sets, crystal and silver to start the sale.

Subsequent weeks will take on different themes: • March 9 offers weird and unique collectibles, antique books, magazines, stamps and comic books.

• March 16 sees toys, dolls, die cast cars, trains, games, Pokemon, collectible movies and more.

• March 23 is the highly coveted musical instrument feature. Instruments, sheet music, record players, cameras and tripods and collectible records will be for sale.

• March 30 is the sports memorabilia feature that

coincides with the store’s spring sporting goods sale.

Funds raised through the Hospice Cottage Charity Shoppe support programs and care provided at the Delta Hospice Society’s Harold & Veronica Savage Centre for Supportive Care and Irene Thomas Hospice.

The Hospice Cottage Charity Shoppe is located at 1521–56th St. Store hours remain the same throughout Collectible Month: Monday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Deltassist is looking for volunteers to help seniors maintain their independence by driving them to and from medical appointments.

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Community

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True to the grassroots spirit of the program, each Neighbourhood Small Grant will be awarded

by Delta residents themselves. Local volunteers will review the ideas submitted and decide which ones to fund.

Applications for Neighbourhood Small Grants are open until April 6.

For more information on the program or to apply online, visit http://neighbourhoodsmallgrants. ca/ or contact Jennifer Graham at jennifer.graham@deltafoundation. org.

Deltassist can provide tax return help

Tax season is just around the corner, and volunteers at Deltassist Family & Community Services are available to prepare income tax returns for low-income Delta residents.

Many people do not know they need to file a tax return in order to receive the GST/HST tax credit or the Canada Child Tax Benefit. Filing a tax return on time is important when receiving other benefits such as the Guaranteed Income Supplement for seniors, MSP Premium Assistance and Pharmacare.

If you live in Delta, are on low-income, have a simple return and either unable to complete your income tax and benefit return yourself or pay for assistance, Deltassist volunteers can help.

Volunteers receive training through Canada Revenue Agency’s Community Volunteer Income Tax Program and are able to complete tax returns for 2019 as well as previous years.

South Delta residents can call 604-946-9526 to book an appointment at Deltassist’s Ladner office.

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Community

Delta firefighter runs for the kids

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Reid Taylor has done it again.

The Delta firefighter raised more than $15,000 in support of BC Children’s Hospital by running the 40-yard dash in full firefighting turnout gear.

A 10-year veteran of the department, Taylor undertook the run last Sunday at the fire hall in Ladner. It was the fourth year he’s done so and brought his fundraising

total to almost $36,000.

Besides individual donations, he also hosted a successful fundraising dinner at the Abbey Road Tap-House and Restaurant on Feb. 15.

“I have done this over the past years because charitable work is an extremely important part of being a firefighter,” said Taylor.

“As a father of two sons, I’m happy I can use this unique fundraiser to help support our local children’s hospital.”

Taylor was inspired

to begin the fundraising campaign by the RunRichRun initiative where popular NFL Network host Rich Eisen runs the 40-yard dash in a suit and tie at the NFL Combine, a week-long event in March in which NFL scouts get a chance to work out the top U.S. college football players in preparation for the NFL Draft in April.

Eisen completes the dash each year in support of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Tennessee.

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Tanya Corbet, board member, Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation, and Lisa Hoglund, executive director, Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation.

Secret venue event raises $29,500 for hospital

Sold-out Hush Social Club at Tsawwassen Mills

Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation’s Hush Social Club recently raised $29,500 for the hospital.

The third annual Studio 54-themed event was held at Tsawwassen Mills on Saturday, Feb. 8.

The sold-out event brought together 250 community-minded Gen Y and Gen Xers for a unique pop-up club.

Each year, Hush Social Club takes place in a different secret venue in the heart of South Delta and

guests are only told about the location 48 hours before the festivities are to begin.

“This year’s Hush Social Club was a great success,” said Lisa Hoglund, executive director of the Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation. “Not only did we raise almost $10,000 more than last year, we also made a lot of new friends.”

The foundation is grateful to all the sponsors and hosts for making the night possible and to all

the attendees for their generous support of Delta Hospital.

The evening included appetizers from Milestones, cocktails, beer and wine from libations sponsors, and music from DJ Morgan Lily of GirlOnWax. For opportunities to support the fourth annual Hush Social Club in 2021, contact special events manager Sharla De Groote at 604-940-9695 or sharla.degroote@dhfoundation.ca.

A team of 13 Delta firefighters took part in Climb the Wall fundraiser for the BC Lung Association last weekend in Vancouver.

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A team of 13 from the Delta Fire Department conquered the stairs at the Sheraton Wall Centre Hotel last Sunday morning in Vancouver.

Delta firefighters were among the more than 300 from across B.C. as well as more than 200 nonfirefighting climbers who raised thousands at the 19th annual Climb the Wall fundraiser for the BC Lung Association.

Each firefighter competed for a fastest climb time wearing full firefighting protective gear, carrying an extra 50 pounds on their backs.

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Delta’s team included: Eric Wilson, Tim Mooney, Dave Sears, Joe Semler, Monica Podgorski, Jordan Penman, Nathan Killam, Tanner Gunn, Terrill Hagar, Tony Marra, Trevor Fleming, Keegan Rittinger and Cole Macinnes.

“It was a great day for our Delta team with some stair climb veterans and new members out for their first attempt,” said Wilson, Delta’s team captain. “It was amazing to see the huge turnout of firefighters for this year’s event. As always it was an amazing day. It’s a huge physical challenge and a chance for our members

to push themselves to the extremes of our job requirements.

“It’s also a unique opportunity to interact with members from fire departments who we may not cross paths with in our day-to-day work environment, and of course it’s fantastic to be able to contribute to the BC Lung Association, especially as firefighters knowing that we face a much greater risk of suffering from lung issues due to the nature of our work.”

According to the BC Lung Association, funds raised this year currently sit at $125,000, 50 per cent higher than in 2019, with additional funds expected to come in over the next few days.

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Performances of Rock of Ages: High School Edition continue this week at South Delta Secondary’s Equinox Theatre. The musical will be staged tonight, tomorrow and Saturday at 7 p.m. Rock of Ages: High School Edition takes you back to the times of big bands with big egos playing big guitar solos and sporting even bigger hair. The Tony Award-nominated Broadway musical features the hits of bands such as Night Ranger, REO Speedwagon, Pat Benatar, Twisted Sister and others.

Piano recital at arts centre

Youth pianist Joshua Tromans will be performing this Saturday at the Tsawwassen Arts Centre. The 15-year-old was recently invited to perform in New York twice at the Steinway Hall and Carnegie Hall in January after receiving first place in an international music competition. The recital on Saturday will include works by J. S. Bach, Beethoven, Chopin and Ravel’s Gaspard de la Nuit (considered the most difficult work ever written for piano).

There is no charge at the entrance but donations towards his music studies are appreciated.

The program starts at 7:30 p.m.

Tom Pickett in family show

Tsawwassen actor Tom Pickett is set to take the stage in a new show for the Carousel Theatre for Young People. The House at Pooh Corner is sure to be a delight for family audiences. Winnie-thePooh and his friends are joined by their beloved Christopher Robin, embarking on a string of engaging adventures.

The show starts Feb. 29 at The Waterfront Theatre on Granville Island. See www.carouseltheatre.ca for show times and tickets.

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A cast of 35 at Delta Secondary is bringing Oliver! to the Genesis Theatre stage for a five-night run beginning March 3.

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A cast and crew of more than 70 talented students, teachers and community volunteers are coming together as Delta Secondary’s theatre department presents a beloved classic.

Lionel Bart’s Oliver! hits the stage at Genesis Theatre for a five-night run beginning March 3.

Oliver! tells the tale of a boy who escapes from his orphanage and unites with a group of urchins trained to be purse-snatchers by a criminal. When Mr. Brownlow offers to shelter Oliver, the criminal plots to abduct Oliver and chaos ensues.

Director Karen Tsui is joined by Elaine Collins (assistant director and costume designer), Kathie Morrison (technical director), Ann Matterson (volunteer choreographer) and Stephanie Cates (public relations) as well as a talented cast (35) and crew (35) in grades 8 to 12.

Work on the production started in mid-September with casting. Tsui said it has been a long process, but now that the curtain is set to rise in a few days, everyone is really excited to bring the story to life.

“It was Elaine’s idea.

After last year’s production of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee we were throwing around a few ideas and she came up with Oliver!,”

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Taylor Deane (Dodger), Zoe Rapos (Oliver) and Bryce Malenstyn (Fagin) rehearse a scene in preparation for next week’s opening. said Tsui. “Oliver! fit our cast, fit our kids.”

Collins said the show is a classic that supports a large cast and is one they felt the community would embrace.

“The first week of school the audition packages went out and the casting began,” said Collins.

“Rehearsals were twice a week and after Christmas we went to three days a week. We also did a mall promo recently at Tsawwassen Mills, which was really good energy building and confidence building for the kids.”

Tsui said through that promo event you could really see the ensemble coming together.

“They really support each other. At some point it becomes their show and that is where we are at,” she said.

Collins said the mix of veterans and newcomers provides opportunities for mentorship and growth amongst the cast.

“There are a lot of kids that are also training through voice, dance or acting outside of school, so they bring a different talent and perspective,” said Collins. “They help feed each other, so it’s nice to see how they look after each other and help each other along.”

Grade 12 student Bryce Malenstyn plays Fagin. He said he felt the character

was one he was well-suited to play.

“He is kind of a fun guy, but he is also a villain and an anti-hero, which is cool,” Malenstyn said.

“This is my third production with DSS and I have done nine with Delta Youth Theatre. Oliver! is one of my first classic shows, so it’s fun to do something that is not a Disney modern musical.

I find that it expands our knowledge as a cast and also makes the overall knowledge as an actor how to be a good performer because I’m more versatile now and I can play older characters as well.”

Grade 11 student Cooper Anderson plays

Nancy.

“I haven’t done a lot of theatre before, so it’s one of my first times actually being a lead character,” said Anderson. “She is very sassy and head-strong — a strong female character and she does a lot of singing and I wanted to do that.”

Grade 9 student Zoe Rapos plays the lead role of Oliver.

“I actually auditioned for ensemble, but was asked to read for the lead,” said Rapos.

“It’s been a lot of fun.

We have a great cast.

Everyone is super nice, just like a big family. A lot of us are in DYT, so that helps.”

Grade 10 student Taylor Deane plays Dodger.

“He is a real fun character and it’s different than a lot of normal roles, especially since I’m a girl playing a boy’s role. It’s challenging, but also very fun,” said Deane. “Usually at this point in the show I would be nervous, but the show has really come along. We have more complicated choreography, which I think drove people to try harder and put in more effort, which makes the show better in general.”

Oliver! runs March 3 to 7 at Genesis Theatre. Tickets are $15 for all seats. The box office is open from 11:45 a.m. to 12:20 p.m. and 3 to 3:30 p.m. Monday to Friday or call 604-9400069 for tickets.

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Annually, the guild hosts an interactive workshop day, a free event for adults who want to learn to paint and children who enjoy art. This year’s event will be held on Saturday, March 7 and will feature six mini workshops led by local artists Victoria Heryet, Catherine Shepphard, Enya Jorge, Monica Burrow and Jarnail Singh.

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Monica Burrow, who paints landscapes like this one titled Island Charm, will be one of the session leaders at the South Delta Artists Guild’s interactive workshop. The annual free event is set for Saturday, March 7 at Gallery 1710 in Tsawwassen.

the drawing to the best effect, and Jorge will be splashing paint and water and producing some exciting images.

The afternoon workshops, which run from 1 to 4 p.m., will see Heryet make painted rocks come alive, Burrow work with landscapes and Singh offer

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The City of Delta is holding a third Public Information Meeting on the proposed 72 Avenue Roadway Improvements from the BNSF Overpass to 120 Street. At this drop-in style meeting, residents will have the opportunity to view the revised preliminary design and provide feedback.

Date: Time: Location:

Thursday, February 27, 2020 5:30pm to 8:30pm (drop-in format) Sungod Recreation Centre Gymnasium 7815 — 112 Street, North Delta

Public Feedback A feedback form is available on the project webpage at delta.ca/72AveRoadwaylmprovements for residents to provide input on the proposed 72 Avenue Roadway Improvements. The deadline for public feedback is Monday, March 2, 2020. Please submit forms by email to engineering@delta.ca or drop off at the Engineering Department at City Hall, 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Ladner, BC. City of Delta 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent Delta, BC V4K 3E2 (604) 946-4141 delta.ca

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Zoe Rapos (left) won the junior category while Liette Desnoyers (right) was victorious in the senior category at the seventh annual Delta Idol youth singing competition Saturday night at the Tsawwassen Arts Centre. See more photos at www.delta-optimist.com.

Delta has two new Idols following live finale Zoe Rapos and Liette Desnoyers are crowned champs at Tsawwassen Arts Centre show

Delta’s premier singing competition for youth has crowned its new champions.

Last Saturday night at the Tsawwassen Arts Centre, Delta Idol held its finals for the 2020 competition, which was open to all Delta youth between the ages of 12 and 18.

This year’s winners included Zoe Rapos in the junior category and Liette Desnoyers in the senior category.

William Marenych and Maddi Morettin were runners up in the junior category, while Nicholas Kluftinger and Dylan Walker were runners up in

the senior category.

Rapos and Desnoyers each receive an in-studio, professionally recorded demo of a song, four halfhour coaching sessions and an industry consultation session from presenting sponsor Studio Cloud 30.

The finalists performed

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live in front of the audience and three judges — Jeremiah Ackermann, Linda Szentes and Emma Currie — who provided feedback on the performances and chose the winners.

For the seventh annual competition, Delta received 21 auditions and

selected 12 finalists for the live show — six in the junior category (12 to 14 years old) and six in the senior category (15 to 18 years old).

Falsetto sponsors included AEB Productions (lighting) and The Orange Apple Creative Imagery (sound production).

The competition was presented by the City of Delta which strives to utilize members of the community in all aspects of the competition.

The sound and lighting technicians, grand prize sponsors, emcee and judges have all been Delta residents.

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FROM THE PROS Q: My doctor stated that there are new Canadian recommendations for diagnosing high blood pressure. Can you tell me more about them?

Ans. Thanks for this great question. Hypertension Canada recently released new guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of high blood pressure in adults. The goal is to reduce the potential harms (kidney damage, heart attack &/or stroke) from untreated or under-treated high blood pressure. Approximately one-quarter of all Canadians have high blood pressure and it remains one of the highest risk factors for early death or disability. The new guidelines state for a health adult with no risk factors, normal blood pressure at rest should be below 135mmHg systolic and at or below 85mmHg diastolic. For those with diabetes, blood pressure targets are now at or below 130mmHg systolic and at or below 80mmHg diastolic. If you have chronic kidney disease, are over 70 or have other risk factors, the new targets are even lower.

As February is Heart Health Month, keeping your blood pressure under control is just one of the ways to maintain a healthy heart along with getting enough exercise, eating a healthy well-balanced diet, getting adequate sleep, keep stress under control and not smoking. Come see me for further tips on Heart Health or to measure your blood pressure.

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Delta’s seniors can ride the Delta Seniors Bus for free?

The Delta Seniors Bus offers free transportation for Delta residents 65+, including curbside pick-up and drop-off service to registereed users.

The Delta Seniors Bus is equipped with an automatic lift and has room for wheelchairs, walkers, and scooters to ensure that seniors of various levels of mobility are able to get outdoors and stay active in the community.

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The community is invited to join in the conversation and raise awareness about the declining population of bees worldwide.

Delta Farm Roots is hosting a screening of The Pollinators on Thursday, March 5 at 7 p.m. at the Equinox Theatre at South Delta Secondary.

The film is a compelling tale about bees and how they make our food supply possible.

Following the screening of this award-winning documentary, there will be a discussion with local bee experts, including agricultural specialist Paul vanWesendorp from the Ministry of Agriculture.

“Pollinators help with our food and everyone eats. The conditions that pollinators are being put in are changing drastically from what they were put in previously,” said Cody Forbes, Farm Roots Mini School coordinator. “In many ways the condi27. The ancient Egyptian sun god

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tions for them are on the decline, so we are hoping by showing this film we can educate the public and become more aware that this is something that is facing us all.”

Forbes said the presentation also affords the community an opportunity to learn more about the Farm Roots Mini School. vanWesendorp said many tend to be lazy when it comes to what they’re doing long-term to the environment.

“We deal with environmental degradation in many parts of the world that we are almost kind of oblivious to,” he said.

“There are major indicators out there. The kids we have been talking to here at Farm Roots… I like to use bees as a vehicle to illustrate there is a far greater environmental shift taking place that we all have to be aware of.”

Tickets for the screening are $10 and will be available at the door.

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Master percussionist to lead workshop at music school IAN JACQUES

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Another opportunity to learn the art of Afro-Cuban percussion will be offered next week at the Delta Community Music School.

Following a successful and well-attended workshop in November, the school is welcoming back master percussionist Jack Duncan for a workshop on Friday, March 6 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Duncan, who now lives in Ladner, is a dynamic performer and educator who is recognized for his work as a pioneer in the study and promotion of Afro-Cuban and African music. With more than 30 years of experience, Duncan has a depth of knowledge from the source that he loves to share with students.

The foundations of the music will be covered in the local workshop, giving students an insight into the African roots and European influence that have had an effect on its

NOTICE OF PROPOSAL TO DISCHARGE A LAND USE CONTRACT SUBJECT: LAND USE CONTRACT DISCHARGE BYLAW NO. 7914 FOR 11743 FERN WAY (File No. LU008980) PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that at the Regular Meeting to be held on MONDAY, March 9, 2020 at 7:00 P.M. at the The North Delta Centre for the Arts 11425-84th Ave., Delta, BC, Delta City Council will consider third reading of “Delta (Mann – LU008980) Land Use Contract Discharge Bylaw No. 7914, 2020” which relates to the property at 11743 Fern Way as shown outlined in bold and marked “Subject Property” on the attached map.

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The Delta Community Music School presents an Afro-Cuban percussion workshop with Jack Duncan on Friday, March 6.

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Whether you’re a percussionist, instrumentalist or vocalist, the workshop will help develop and improve the ability to hear how patterns fit together and also provide an opportunity to play authentic Afro-Cuban rhythms.

Drums and other percussion instruments are all provided.

In addition to leading

the workshop, Duncan will be this year’s guest artist at the South Delta Jazz Festival & Workshop July 7 to 11. As guest artist he will be bring his special area of interest, Afro-Cuban jazz, to the week-long summer festival.

The workshop is open to ages 12 and up. Fee is $25 per person. Register online at: https://www.dcms.ca/ afro-cuban-percussionclinic-with-jack-duncan/.

The purpose of this bylaw is to authorize Council to discharge Land Use Contract S.A. Nos. 2735 and 3003 from the subject property to reveal the underlying Single Detached Residential 1 (RS1) Zone and allow a secondary suite within the existing dwelling on the subject property.

Pursuant to Section 464(2) of the Local Government Act and Council’s resolution on February 10, 2020, there will not be a Public Hearing for this bylaw.

Website: www.delta.ca February 10, 2020 Regular Council Meeting Agenda Item E.06 AND TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the bylaw, detailed maps and other relevant information and regulations may be inspected at the office of the Community Planning and Development Department, 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, B.C., (604-946-3380) Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday between 8:30 am and 4:45 pm and Thursday between 8:30 am and 8:00 pm, February 27, 2020 to March 9, 2020, exclusive of Saturdays, Sundays and statutory holidays.

Interested residents have the opportunity to provide written comments regarding the application at this time. Comments are to be received on or before 12:00 noon, March 9, 2020. Comments should be referred to: Mayor and Council City of Delta 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, BC V4K 3E2 Fax: 604-946-3390 Email: mayor-council@delta.ca

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Owning a pet makes seniors feel more secure and happy Pets bring much joy to the lives they touch.

So it should come as no surprise that the 20192020 National Pet Owners Survey, which was conducted by the American Pet Products Association, found that about 85 million families in the United States own a pet.

In Canada, 7.5 million households are home to companion animals, states the PetBacker blog.

Pets offer companionship and unconditional love. While they are fitting for any family, seniors may find that having a pet is especially beneficial.

Caring for pets and being around them can produce a chemical chain reaction in the brain that may help to lower stress hormones while also increasing production of the feel-good hormone serotonin.

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Seniors considering getting a pet can explore the many benefits to doing so.

• Feeling of purpose: Caring for an animal not only stimulates physical activity, but it also can give seniors a reason to get up and go, which equates to a feeling of purpose.

• Altered focus: Having a pet can help seniors focus on something other than

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• Increased physical activity: Pets require care, and that interaction can get seniors moving more than if they didn’t have a pet.

• Stick to routine: Caring for pets helps seniors maintain a routine. Having structure after retirement can be important to ward off risk of depression.

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LIVING THE GOOD LIFE

Tips to make travel easier for seniors exploring the world

Few demographics have the free time and the financial capacity to travel as much as retirees. Now that children have flown the coop and retirement papers have been filed, the world is many seniors’ oyster.

According to a 2017 survey from AARP, travel is a top goal for more than 80 per cent of Baby Boomers.

Children may find that encouraging their aging parents to travel can promote more independence and help them live fulfilling lives in retirement.

These tips can make travel easier for any senior ready to see the world: 1. Seek the most direct route. Traveling may be a bit easier to endure when the route is as short and direct as possible. It may cost a little more to book nonstop flights or travel during peak hours, but that investment may be worth it.

2. Choose senior-friendly travel services. Working with a trusted travel advisor is often easier than booking your travel yourself. Travel agents often

Seniors have the opportunity to travel more and can make such travel easier in various ways. have inside information and may be privy to perks and discounts. Plus they can streamline the process, ensuring all you need to do is go along for the fun.

3. Senior discounts are waning. Most airlines have done away with senior discounts. In 2013, the price comparison resource Fare Compare looked at senior discounts of various airlines and found most of them were unreliable.

4. Inquire about accessibility. If mobility is an issue or if there are any disabilities, contact your carrier and hotel or tour company and be sure

there will be accessibility arrangements, such as wheelchair access or ground-level accommodations.

5. Pack light. Don’t get bogged down by excess luggage. Pack only what you need, including medications, in a carry-on bag.

6. Consider a cruise.

Cruises combine food, entertainment and comfortable rooms in one convenient package.

7. Manage medications.

If prescription medications are needed, be sure to consult with the doctor and pharmacy about getting a supply that will last the course of the trip.

Vaccines aren’t limited to children Newborn babies endure quite a bit in the first few days and months of their lives. Routine immunizations help newborns overcome these obstacles, and as newborns get older they receive vaccines to prevent measles, mumps, rubella, hepatitis and chicken pox.

A common misconception suggests that vaccines are only for the young.

However, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notes the protection provided by some childhood vaccines can wear off. In addition, some people may be at risk for certain vaccinepreventable diseases due to lifestyle, existing health conditions and age.

Those who are unsure of their vaccine status should discuss their health history with their doctors. In the meantime, adults should know the following vaccines are recommended for people of various ages: • Influenza: An annual flu shot is highly recommended. Doctors and health officials indicate that getting the flu vaccine is the single most effective

Vaccines protect the very young from various diseases, but there are many vaccines that are still vital to health in adulthood. way to prevent seasonal flu or reduce the duration and severity of the illness should it be contracted.

• Tdap: This vaccine contains strains of tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis (whooping cough). All three are implicated in serious illnesses or death, according to WebMD. Just about every person, young and old, should receive the Tdap vaccine. The CDC says every adult should get the Tdap vaccine once if they did not receive it as

an adolescent. Then a Td booster shot every 10 years is sufficient.

• Shingles: People who have been exposed to varicella (chicken pox) in their youth are at risk for shingles as they grow older. The CDC says nearly one out of three people will develop shingles in their lifetime. A shingles vaccine can protect against shingles and complications from the disease. Adults who are 50 and older should get the vaccine, which is administered in two doses.

• Pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine (PPSV23): This vaccine protects against serious pneumococcal diseases, including meningitis and bloodstream infections.

It is recommended for all adults age 65 and older.

• Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV 13): This protects against serious pneumococcal disease and pneumonia. Adults 65 years or older who have never received a dose of PCV13 should discuss PCV13 with their physicians.

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Certain foods particularly helpful in providing necessary nutrients “Let food be thy medicine” is a quote attributed to Hippocrates, the ancient scholar considered to be the father of modern medicine. The saying relates to the notion that what people put in their bodies can heal and/or prevent certain conditions.

For seniors with medicine cabinets full of overthe-counter and prescription medications, the idea of relying predominantly on food to promote optimal health may be tempting, and various foods can be particularly useful to the 50-and-over demographic.

According to the World Health Organization, poor diet is a major contributor to many of the diseases that affect older people.

Poor diet has been connected to the development of diabetes, and degenerative diseases such as osteoporosis also may be linked to diet.

The National Council for Aging Care says micronutrient deficiency is often a problem among the aging due to factors like lack of variety in diet and reduced food intake.

Eating a variety of foods can provide all of the nutrients people need to stay healthy as they get older. Certain foods may be particularly helpful.

• Brain-friendly foods: Foods such as avocado, leafy vegetables, sunflower seeds, blueberries and salmon are good sources of vitamin E, antioxidants, omega-3 fatty acids and other nutrients that may help ward off dementias like Alzheimer’s disease,

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• Anti-inflammatory foods: Foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids may help prevent inflammation that can cause cancer and rheumatoid arthritis.

Aging.com says foods that are high in omega-3 fatty acids, like salmon, should be consumed at least twice per week.

• Fruits and vegetables: Fresh, canned or frozen produce tend to be high in micronutrients, including a variety of important vitamins that are essential for all components of health.

The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics advises eating dark green vegetables, such as leafy greens or broccoli, and orange vegetables, such as carrots and sweet potatoes.

• Energy-boosters: Choose whole grains that can provide sustained

energy by way of healthy carbohydrates over processed grains.

• Bone-friendly foods: Calcium-rich foods, such as milk, yogurt and cheese, can prevent calcium from being leached from the bones, which contributes to conditions like osteoporosis.

• Digestive systemfriendly foods: The digestive system slows down as the body ages, as the walls of the gastrointestinal tract thicken and digestive contractions that push waste along may slow down and become fewer. Foods rich in fiber can promote proper digestion by moving food through the digestive tract more easily. Highfiber foods also may help naturally reduce blood cholesterol levels.

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Community Coming Events

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CLUBS AND GROUPS

All Saints Anglican Church in Ladner hosts a free community meal every month.

The next meal is at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, March 24.

Explore the backroads and bygone days of old Delta with the Delta Heritage Society and Delta Stageworks’ spring fundraising event, Delta in the 1920s Car Rally, on Saturday, April 25. It’s a perfect day out for vintage car enthusiasts, local history buffs and arts supporters. Tickets $32 or $125/ team now on sale at www. deltastageworks.ca.

Delta Nature presents Connected Waters — Reconnecting Salmon Habitats Impacted by Flood Infrastructure with Lina Azeez. The presentation is on Tuesday, March 3 at 7:30 p.m. at Benediction Lutheran Church in Tsawwassen. All ages are welcome and the event is free. Contact president Tom Bearss at tom. bearss@dccnet.com.

AmbassadorsTsawwassen Mills Toastmasters, an awardwinning Toastmasters Club specializing in public speaking and leadership training, invites the public for an evening of fun and learning on Tuesday, March 3 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Tsawwassen Mills Training Room. The meeting is the annual Club International Speech Contest and Club Evaluation Contest. Come and hear the best of the best compete to represent the club at the Area Competition in March.

Guests are always welcome.

For more information, contact Leah at leaharea54@ hotmail.com.

The Delta Photo Club welcomes Dennis Ducklow on Wednesday, March 4, 7:15 to 9:30 p.m., at KinVillage Community Centre for his

The Tsawwassen Springs Tuesday Ladies Golf Club will be starting April 7. If you enjoy playing golf, join the club for some fun and friendly competition. Call Tsawwassen Springs pro shop at 604-948-4653 or contact Sherry Richards (sherry22r@icloud.com, 604948-0048) or Jan Cheavins (cheavins@gmail.com, 604948-2355).

Book Team volunteers needed at the Hospice Cottage Charity Shoppe in Tsawwassen. Flexible schedule. For more information call 604-948-0660 ext. 333.

Taoist tai chi is a set of gentle movements for people of all ages to improve health and balance.

Beginning classes are held in Tsawwassen on Mondays from 10 a.m. to noon at St. David’s Anglican Church and in Ladner on Tuesdays from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Odd Fellows Hall and Thursdays from 7 to 9 p.m. at Ladner United Church. Beginners can start anytime. Arrive 15 minutes early and bring cheque or cash to register.

For more information call 604-681-6609 or visit www. taoist.org.

Are you an adult living with cancer or serious illness and would like to relax body and mind? Then join the Centre for Supportive Care’s free Relaxation Circle where you will learn and practice relaxation techniques and experience soothing touch by volunteers, guided imagery and live music by a music therapist. Open to

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family members and friends too. No need to register, just show up on Tuesdays from 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. For more information, call 604-9480660.

The Tsawwassen Order of Old Bastards (TOOBs) has been quietly helping many South Delta groups and individuals since 1984. The club’s fundraising is done through food services at community events such as the Ladner Bandfest and the Tsawwassen Sun Festival. If you are interested in joining a group of energetic volunteers or just interested getting more information about TOOBs, call Norm Sayfy at 604-551-5842.

50+/SENIORS McKee Seniors Recreation Centre offers “Shop by Phone” to Ladner residents who need assistance with their grocery shopping.

Centre is looking for volunteers to assist in grocery shopping at Ladner Save-OnFoods on Tuesdays at 7:30 a.m. Leave your name and phone number at 604-9461411.

McKee Café is looking for volunteers for cashier on Thursdays from 9 to 11:30 a.m. and for a dishwasher on Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Contact Chef James at 604-946-1411.

McKee Seniors Recreation Centre needs an acrylic and mixed media art teacher.

Currently, a dedicated group meets Fridays from 10 a.m. to noon, but could be changed if necessary. Call Barb, director of instructional programs, at 604-961-7102 for more information.

ElderCollege Delta has begun registration for the spring semester. You may register online at eldercollegedelta.wildapricot.

org, over the phone at 604-934-0262 or in person at KinVillage Community Centre from 10 a.m. to noon most mornings.

Share your life stories at the new Elder Storytelling Club at McKee Seniors Recreation Centre in Ladner.

Club meets on Friday, Feb. 28 at 12:30 p.m. Sign-up sheet at front desk. Free to all.

Beginners ballroom dance lessons at KinVillage Community Centre for six consecutive Sundays, March 1 to April 5, from 3:30 to 4:50 p.m. Members $75, non-members $95. Lessons from seven-time B.C. champs Wendy and George Pytlik will include waltz, cha cha and foxtrot. No partner required. Minimum of eight participants for class to run. Register by Feb. 28.

Shari’s Saturday Social Dance at KinVillage Community Centre in Tsawwassen is on March 7. Doors open at 7 p.m., dancing from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. The theme is The Roaring ’20s. Dress style optional but dressing for the theme is always welcome.

Dance to a wide variety of great CD music. Tickets are $12 for members, $14 for guests. They’re available at the door (cash or cheque only). Mid-evening tea, coffee and assorted goodies. To reserve a table, call Shari at 604-943-8755.

Superfood Boosts for Energy presented by Keyrsten McEwan will be held in the lounge of the McKee Seniors Recreation Centre on Wednesday, March 11 from 10 to 11 a.m.

Divas by Bonnie Kilroe She’s Every Woman on Saturday, March 14 at KinVillage Community Centre in Tsawwassen at 8 p.m. Tickets are $30 in

advance. Call 604-943-0225 or visit reception. Tickets at the door are $35 (cash only).

SPECIAL EVENTS 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.

Call 604-943-0460 or email eschriber@deltagymnatics. com to register.

Delta Farm Roots is hosting a special screening of The Pollinators to raise awareness and educate about the declining population of bees worldwide. The screening is on Thursday, March 5 at 7 p.m. at the Equinox Theatre at South Delta Secondary.

Tickets are $10 at the door.

St. David’s Anglican Church in Tsawwassen is hosting the South Delta area annual World Day of Prayer on Friday, March 6 at 1 p.m.

The worship service, written by the women of Zimbabwe, will include readings, meditation and song in a setting of the predominant red, white and yellow colours of that country’s flag. Refreshments will be served in the parish hall following the service.

Everyone is welcome.

Ladner Seedy Saturday & Garden Expo returns on Saturday, March 7 at All Saints Anglican Church, 4755 Arthur Dr., Ladner. The expo runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Browse the garden vendors and bring seeds to trade at the seed swap.

Julie Common and Brian

Campbell are both speaking about how to attract bees to the garden. Admission is by donation. Hosted by the Ladner Community Garden Society.

FUNDRAISERS Medical equipment of all types, including walkers, wheelchairs, toilet seats and bedrails, on sale at Hospice Cottage Charity Shoppe, 1521-56th St., Tsawwassen, the week of Feb. 24.

Collectible sale month at the Hospice Cottage Charity Shoppe, 1521-56th St., Tsawwassen. Visit the week of March 2 and shop for collectible furniture, wood, art, First Nations art, clocks, figurines, china sets, crystal and silver.

ARTS The Changing Light is on view at Gallery 1710 in Tsawwassen until March 1.

Members of the South Delta Artists Guild have produced many works based on photos taken by members of the Delta Photo Club. Show can be viewed from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m., Thursday to Sunday.

An Afro-Cuban percussion workshop with Jack Duncan will be held on Friday, March 6 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Delta Community Music School (4705 Arthur Dr.).

Open to anyone ages 12 and up. Fee is $25 per person.

Register at: https://www. dcms.ca/afro-cuban-percussion-clinic-with-jack-duncan/.

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

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One time coach Shawna Jensen teams with Connor Deane for Mixed Doubles MARK BOOTH

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Connor Deane has re-united with one of his curling mentors for this week’s 2020 Mixed Doubles Championships at the Hope Curling Club.

The 18-year-old from Ladner has teamed with Shawna Jensen who worked with him several years ago as part of the junior program at the Tunnel Town Curling Club.

Mixed Doubles is a relatively new version of the game that features fewer players (two) and ends (eight) than traditional curling. It made its debut at the 2018 Winter Olympics and will also be part of the 2022 Games in Beijing.

Each end begins with two rocks in a play — a centre guard and another in the back of the fourfoot that belongs to the team with the hammer. The end features five rocks thrown by each team and the first four must remain in play.

If an end is blanked the hammer still goes to the other team.

A complete game usually takes about 90 minutes to play.

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Shawna Jensen and her one-time junior student Connor Deane have re-united to compete at this week’s 2020 BC Mixed Doubles Championships in Hope.

Connor Deane Jensen, 25, has played mixed doubles for a number of years with her regular partner Travis Cameron. When he decided to take the year off, she began discussions with her former student at a bonspiel last summer. She also was Deane’s high school coach for one year at Delta Secondary.

Jensen is a former provincial high school champion from

South Delta Secondary while Deane won silver in his Grade 12 year last February.

“We just began talking about it at a fun summer bonspiel and a couple months later decided we were going to do it,” said Jensen, a UBC graduate and now a teacheron-call. “My women’s schedule was what is was and he had his junior schedule which made it hard to get together (to practice) initially.”

It got easier once Deane wrapped up his junior season at provincials in early January. The pair usually hit the ice at Tunnel Town on weekday afternoons depending where Jensen happened to be teaching that day.

They wasted little time in

locking up a spot at provincials — winning one of the two spots available in the “A” event at regional playdowns. They will be one of 16 teams in Hope with the championships concluding on Sunday.

Amazingly, this will be Deane’s second time at provincials. He qualified when he was just 16 and his partner was even younger at 14. One of their losses that year came to Jensen and Cameron.

“I don’t know if it’s better than traditional curling but it is fun to kind of switch gears and play a different game,” said Deane. “I find it does help my other game because I’m throwing a lot more draws and you are getting up and judging your own rocks a lot

more.

“I sweep all of her rocks and I can’t even tell you the amount of times I let go of the rock and realize it’s not going to make it and (jump up and sweep). Fitness is a huge part of it too.”

Jensen agrees both versions of the game have their strengths. A win in Hope would send them to the Canadian Mixed Doubles Championships next month in Manitoba.

“They definitely both have their positives that I can take from them,” she added. “In this game I only have to worry about one other person. That is kind of nice rather than three other people.

But there’s definitely a lot more work with reading rocks.”

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Delta Hockey Academy heading north Student athletes will now attend classes at North Delta Secondary after 16 years at South Delta The Delta Hockey Academy is shifting from the south to the north for the next school year.

The DHA and Delta School District announced Monday that their student-athletes will be enrolled at North Delta Secondary starting next September. Due to the growth of the South Delta community and increased enrolment at South Delta Secondary, there is no longer enough room for the DHA student body at SDSS. The Delta School District has worked diligently to find a solution to best maximize the potential of its partnership with the Delta Hockey Academy and the move to North Delta Secondary will provide the student-athletes with the most beneficial educational experience.

“I am very thankful for the support we have received from the South Delta Secondary administration and teachers over the past 16 years,” said DHA owner and operator Ian Gallagher. “While change can be challenging for

Delta Hockey Academy students will be attending North Delta Secondary next September after being based out of South Delta Secondary since its inception 16 year ago.

student-athletes at this age, I am truly excited for the opportunity and growth that this move will provide – specifically with respect to the increased amount of academic time the students will receive while being at a high school that’s in closer proximity to our (Planet Ice-based) facility in North Delta.”

DHA hosted two parent meetings for current and prospective student-athletes and their families at North Delta Secondary earlier this month. Representatives from the Delta School District, North Delta Secondary and the Delta Hockey Academy answered questions and NDSS student volunteers provided a tour of the school.

“Our educational partnership with the Delta School District is central to our programming. We recognize that to be leaders in hockey development we must also be leaders in education,” said Gallagher. “I look forward to the opportunity that this partnership will provide our student-athletes.”

Tsawwassen’s Thormeyer leads UBC to another U Sports title Canada’s top male swimmer put on another show at the U Sports Championships in Saanich.

Tsawwassen’s Markus Thormeyer dominated the three-day meet from start to finish leading the UBC Thunderbirds to their fourth consecutive national title.

Not only did the 22-year-old South Delta Secondary graduate retain his U Sports Swimmer of the Year award, he also capped off the championships by completing his second grand slam (four straight wins) in the 200metre backstroke with a U SPORTS record-setting time of 1:58.54.

For good measure, he added gold in the 100m freestyle 17 minutes

“It was cool that I could have a week like this,” said Thormeyer who will be heading to Toronto next month for the Canadian Olympic Team Trials. “(After my first race), I

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U15 Footmen capture silver at provincials

The Delta Footmen concluded their season in impressive fashion by capturing silver at the B.C. U15 Field Lacrosse Tier II Championships in Richmond last weekend.

With impressive wins in round robin play, the No. 5 seed Footmen battled No. 4 Burnaby for a place in Monday’s championship game.

Having never pulled off a win in regular season play against the Devils, the Footmen got off to a terrific start with a solid goal in the opening seconds of the game — followed by impressive play from both veterans and notable rookies Isaiah Gill, William Bocolas, Ethan Fasse and Riley Neaves between the pipes. With an overall team effort, Delta moved onto the final with a nail biting 10-8 triumph.

Entering the gold medal game with nothing to lose against unbeaten and host Vancouver/Richmond, the Footmen battled quickly to get on the board first, but after almost 90 minutes of play, were defeated 9-6 by their rival.

It was a bittersweet loss as the boys rose to the occasion and gave the tournament’s top seed a run for its money with outstanding performances from Jared Maznik, Cameron Squarek, Turner Anderson, Brayden Johnston and Antonio Luey.

The Footmen had to settle for silver, but bringing home a medal is plenty to be proud of, according to head coach Michael Squarek.

“What a rewarding season with silver

Delta Footmen entered the U15 Provincial Tier Two Field Lacrosse Championships as the No. 5 seed and came away with a silver medal thanks to a big semi-final win over Burnaby before falling to Vancouver/Richmond. at provincials and gold (earlier) at the Richmond Romp. I’m very proud of all these young men. They worked hard all season, grew as a team and saw great success,” said Squarek. “I am also so proud to have been a part of this team with both my sons, Cameron (15) as a player and Conrad (17) as an assistant coach, it’s a once in a lifetime experience.”

Earlier action saw the Footmen defeat North Island (20-3) and Poco (17-8) in

round-robin play, while taking an 11-5 loss to Richmond/Vancouver.

Game MVP awards went to Riley Neaves (2), Turner Anderson, Cameron Squarek and Nathan MacPhersonRidgewell. Nathanial Gao was awarded the Fair Play Award for the Footmen.

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This two hour clinic/orientation is designed to give new and returning players an insight into the game prior to starting their season. Cost is only 15$ for the session and includes a Free Falcon T-shirt. Sticks will be provided during the session for new players.

Milne, Riley Neaves, Owen Turpie, Owen Venier, Tavis Bott, Nathaniel Gao, Davis Granum, Brayden Johnston, Antonio Luey, Nathan MacPherson-Ridgewell, Dylan Maskell, Ajay Pannu, Payden Purchas-Duch, Robert Sheldrick and Cameron Squarek.

The team is coached by Michael Squarek, Ashton LeClair and Conrad Squarek. The team is managed by LeeAnn Neaves.

$849,900

ONLY

15$

Looking to build? This property has enormous potential with 8740 sq.ft. lot (63 frontage x 155 depth) backing onto the Ladner canal. Prime location on a quiet street with west facing backyard. Walking distance to everything, including Save on Foods, London Drugs, schools and the historic Ladner Village. Bring your offers.

Willow + Oak!! New development purchase in Maple Ridge. This Single Family Home is a 3-storey Craftsman home complementing a 4 Bedroom home with a main floor flex room, open-concept layout to give home bright and spacious feel. Minutes from new elementary school, BC’s top rated private school & Albion Sports Complex.

SOLD

TO REGISTER OR TO FIND OUT MORE VISIT US AT

www.falcons.ca

*New Under 13 players will receive a free stick after registering.

Julianne Maxwell Personal Real Estate Corporation

julianne.maxwell@remax.net

604-817-5579

February 27, 2020 The Delta Optimist A29

The Cote Group “Service Is the

"

Personal Real Estate Corporation

604.788.9108

Personal Real Estate Corporation

NEW LISTING

Phil Cote

604.943.7090

NEW LISTING

$929,500

5636 WELLSGREEN PLACE - TSAWWASSEN • Fabulous 2,033 SQ FT rancher - two bedrooms den and family room • Bright kitchen, maple cabinets - work island • Gorgeous dining & living rooms - gas fireplace • Oversized double garage and workshop area • 7,545 SQ FT lot - two large private patios • Bare land strata - annual dues of $1000 only.

• Radiant h/w heat - R 2000 Home with heat exchange furnace.

• Quiet cul-de-sac and great neighborhood.

• Seldom available - a real winner.

$609,900

ROYAL OAKS 109 S-1100 56TH ST., TSAWWASSEN $589,500

NEW LISTING

OPEN SUNDAY 2-4

BEAUTIFUL CONDO @ HERON COVE • Heron cove - 2 bedroom & den • Partial North Shore Mountain Views • Large private patio • SS appliances & granite counters • Hardwood floors & porcelain tiles • Great open floor plan

RE/MAX Progroup

Ray Win Yang Bruce Cote

778.999.1015

$579,500

• Seldom available – ROYAL OAKS • 2 Bedrooms – 2 bathrooms & family room • Nicely maintained by the long time owner • Thermostat gas fireplace, newer carpeting • 5 pc. ensuite & 4 pc. main, updated lighting • Laminate entry flooring, bright corner unit • Like a townhouse-large covered easy access patio • 1 block to shops, clinics, bus line & restaurants • Fabulous community – social and guest suites

ROYAL OAKS 206N-1100 56TH ST., - TSAWWASSEN • Seldom available – ROYAL OAKS • 2 Bedrooms – 2 bathrooms & family room • Nicely maintained by the long time owner • 9 ft. ceilings, thermostat gas fireplace • Crown mouldings – 5 pc. ensuite & 4 pc. main • Newer H/W tank, laminate entry flooring • Bright popular corner unit with balcony • 1 block to shops, clinics, bus line & restaurants • Fabulous community – social and guest suites

604.868.7858 aaronmunro@sutton.com $549,800

Group Seafair Realty

108 4743 W RIVER Road Delta Waterfront Amazing opportunity at River West! Rarely available Westfacing ground level home in one of Ladners most desirable buildings! Spacious layout featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, large living and dining area, huge walk in closet and generous sized patio overlooking the private courtyard, just steps to the waterfront! Fantastic amenities including an exercise centre, hot tub and workshop. A truly tranquil setting, yet just minutes to the Ladner Village shops and dining

OPEN HOUSE Sunday March 1st • 2-4

A30 The Delta Optimist February 27, 2020

w w w .T h e C h a n c ey s .c o m

RANCHER with a LOFT and RV parking Great home featuring formal living and dining room. Oak kitchen overlooking the eating area and family room. Private patio and S/W private backyard. The master bedroom suite boasts a walk in closet and 4 piece ensuite. Upstairs are 2 large bedrooms and a games room plus a full bath. Well built with 2 x 6 construction. Recent updates include IBC boiler and roof (8 years). Good size 2 car garage plus workshop area. Loads of parking for your boats, trailer or extra vehicles. Centrally located close to schools, transportation, parks, shops and recreation.

BOB Chancey

5323 Paton Drive, Ladner JUST LISTED $999,000

Personal Real Estate Corporation

604-946-8899

BEAUTIFUL 2 LEVEL TOWNHOUSE IN ADLINGTON COURT Spacious 1,500 square foot home featuring living/dining room with gas fireplace, kitchen with induction stove and eating area. Upstairs boasts a large master bedroom with loads of closets and 3 piece ensuite, 2 more bedrooms and a laundry room. New floors, new boiler and more. Great location!

3, 4749 54A Street, Ladner $709,000

LINDA Chancey

Personal Real Estate Corporation

604-880-5552

NOW IS TRADITIONALLY THE BEST TIME TO SELL YOUR HOME GIVE US A CALL

2 Bed, 2 Bath Penthouse Suite Park Regent Estates penthouse suite. 1,310sf, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo with views of Memorial Park and fabulous access to a large rooftop deck. No neighbors on either side! Walk to Shops, library, recreation and more.

311, 4989 47th Avenue, Ladner $599,900

GREAT FAMILY HOME This lovely 2 level home is located in a wonderful neighborhood, close to French Immersion school and High school, parks and downtown Ladner. Featuring open concept Kitchen and dining area, bright living room with new gas fireplace, 3 bedrooms on the main floor. Family room and flex area below. Large garage with room for a workshop. BONUS ...great RV parking beside house. A must to see!

RE/MAX City Realty

4474 46B Street, Ladner JUST LISTED $969,000

February 27, 2020 The Delta Optimist A31

2 4 NEW HOMES

Wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be long before these lovely new homes are ready for occupancy. Still time to choose some of the finishings. 2,450 square feet includes open concept living, dining and kitchen plus a den on the main floor; 4 bedrooms up and a flex room on the attic level. Centrally located within walking distance to Ladner Village, shops, recreation and schools. Quality Craftsmanship & Elegance by Ladner Homes.

5066 45th Avenue & 5068 45th Avenue, Ladner $1,348,000

D L O ST S

JU

HAWTHORNE AREA NEW HOMES 2,445 square foot homes featuring open concept main floor, 4 bedrooms & 3 baths upstairs plus Flex room and powder room in Attic. Hawthorne is one of the most popular areas in close to school, parks, shops and Historic Ladner Village. Quality Craftsmanship & Elegance by Ladner Homes.

4634 52nd Ave & 4638 52nd Ave, Ladner $1,299,000

38 HOMES SOLD last 4 1/3 months

October 1, 2019 - February 22, 2020

*****

400 HOMES SOLD last 5 years

2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019

*****

OVER 2000 HOMES SOLD during our careers

The Chanceys Real Estate Team LAND ASSEMBLY - BUILDERS, INVESTORS, DEVELOPERS!!

These 3 lots total 32,000 square feet with potential for a 16 - 18 townhouse site.

Conceptual plans available. Fabulous location is close to buses, Tsawwassen Arena, Easy access to Vancouver, Ferries and Tsawwassen Mills shopping Centre BCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S largest indoor outlet experience.

5492 & 5502 16th Ave & 1585 55A Street, Tsawwassen $4,197,000

*****

90% of HOMES SOLD have been in

Ladner & Tsawwassen

*****

Desirable 5 acre farm in desirable East Ladner location. 1800 square foot rancher approximately 12 years old and a 2 level home approximately 1,600 square feet. Huge income potential from this property. Could build a new home approximately 3,522 square feet plus a garage.

6255 34B Avenue, Ladner $2,379,000

Call us for a free Market Evaluation *Based on career sales for Bob Chancey PREC, Linda Chancey PREC

A32 The Delta Optimist February 27, 2020

acreaGes In THe carIBOO

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

• Build )ou% d%"(m hom" i* th" c(%iboo

sOUTH FacInG WITH Ocean VIeWs W G NE TIN S LI

• P"%f"'t fo% th" outdoo% "*thu$i($t

• 479 $q ft 'o*do with b(l'o*) • 1 b"d%oom, 1 b(th%oom • Op"* & b%ight livi*g (%"(

• P%"mium a%t"$i(* w"ll, h)d%o (t th" lot li*"

• F(*t($ti' g)m (*d outdoo% (m"*it) $p('"

•11.4 ('%" l(!" vi"w off"%"d (t $299,000

1710-11967 80 AVENUE

$379,900

BIG BAR ROAD, CLINTON

UPDaTeD WInDsOr WOODs cOnDO

cenTraLLy LOcaTeD 1 BeDrOOM

• 759 $q ft 'o*do with l(%g" b(l'o*)

• 677 $q ft u*it

• 1 b"d%oom, 1 b(th%oom

• B%ight livi*g (%"(

• 1 b"d%oom & d"*, 1 b(th%oom

• n"w floo%i*g, (ppli(*'"$, light fixtu%"$, (*d fi%" $u%%ou*d

• st"p$ to $hop$ (*d t%(*$it

• st"p$ to $hop$, %"$t(u%(*t$, (*d mo%"

302-5556 14 aVenUe, TsaWWassen

W315-488 kInGsWay

$389,900

$449,900

WHeeLcHaIr FrIenDLy ManarOLa cOnDO W G NE TIN LIS

• 1045 $q ft g%ou*d floo% 'o%*"% u*it with l(%g" p(tio (%"(

UPDaTeD sUnnInGDaLe PenTHOUse W G NE TIN LIS

• 2 b"d%oom$, 2 b(th%oom$

• 971 $q ft, top floo% u*it • 2 b"d%oom$, 2 b(th%oom$ • Upd(t"$ i*'lud" !it'h"* (*d floo%i*g

• autom(ti' "*t%) doo%$, wid" doo%w()$, (*d %oll i* $how"%

• W(l! to $hop$ (*d (m"*iti"$ i* mi*ut"$

• 2 $id" b) $id" p(%!i*g o* $(m" l"v"l ($ 'o*do

101-8733 160 sTreeT

401-4768 53 sTreeT, LaDner

$529,900

$539,900

HarBOUrsIDe 3 LeVeL TOWnHOMe

“seasIDe” TOWnHOMe WITH Ocean VIeW

• 1521 $q ft tow*hom" with l(%g" p(tio

• 1171 $q ft tow*hom" with f"*'"d )(%d

• 4 b"d%oom$, 2 b(th%oom$

• 2 b"d%oom$ & d"*, 3 b(th%oom$

• Full) fi*i$h"d low"% l"v"l fo% "xt%( livi*g $p('"

• B%ight & $p('iou$ op"* 'o*'"pt livi*g (%"(

• st"p$ to $hop$, Th" Vill(g", (*d mo%"

• I*'%"dibl" 10,000 $q ft 'lubhou$" with pool

4842 TUrnBUckLe WynD, LaDner

32-4638 Orca Way, TsaWWassen

$549,900

$559,900

BeaUTIFULLy UPDaTeD TOWnHOMe • 1241 $q tow*hom" with p%iv(t" )(%d • 2 b"d%oom$, 3 b(th%oom$ • Upd(t"d th%oughout with lov"l) *"w"% !it'h"*

LARGE TILBURY OFFICE W G NE TIN S I L

• 1917 $q ft 'o%*"% offi'" with floo% to '"ili*g wi*dow$ • 4 p%iv(t" offi'", op"* offi'" (%"(, (*d multipl" $to%(g" (%"($ • P%iv(t" w($h%oom (*d !it'h"*"tt"

• st"p$ to (ll Th" Vill(g" h($ to off"%

• 2 d"di'(t"d p(%!i*g $t(ll$ (*d (mpl" vi$ito% p(%!i*g

4965 rIVer reacH, LaDner

216-7198 VANTAGE WAY, LADNER

$585,000 #1 TEAM IN BRITISH COLUMBIA 2017*

$589,000

#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.

February 27, 2020 The Delta Optimist A33

SOUGHT AFTER SOUTH POINTE • Lo")ly $+&ch)$ o& 4133 sq f# lo# • 2 b)*$ooms, 1 b+#h$oom (plumb)* fo$ s)co&*)

SUNNINGDALE PENTHOUSE W G NE TIN S LI

• 2 *)cks, 2 p+$ki&( s#+lls, !+lk #o shops & mo$)

• Qui)#, cul-*)-s+c loc+#io& !i#h f$i)&*ly &)i(hbou$s

303-4728 53 Street, Ladner

5359 JIBSet BaY, Ladner

$599,900

$649,900

LADNER VILLAGE GATE • 1130 sq f# co$&)$ u&i# • 2 b)*$ooms, 2 b+#h$ooms

• 2 b)*$ooms, 2 b+#h$ooms • Up*+#)* #h$ou(hou#, hu() m+s#)$ b)*$oom

• L+$() Sw f+ci&( y+$*, p)$f)c# fo$ (+$*)&)$s

W G NE TIN S LI

• 1333 sq f#, #op floo$ co&*o

watervIew at deSIraBLe SHOrewaLK W G NE TIN S LI

• 1260 sq f# co$&)$ u&i# o& !+#)$ si*)

• B$i(h#, op)& co&c)p# *)si(&

• 2 b)*$ooms, 2 b+#h$ooms

• S#)ps #o shops, $)s#+u$+&#s, +&* mo$)

• L+$() b)*$ooms i&cl m+s#)$ !i#h ()&)$ous )&sui#) • S#)ps i&#o His#o$ic L+*&)$ vill+()

201-4755 51 Street, Ladner

$649,900

UPdated HarBOUrSIde tOwnHOMe W G NE TIN LIS

TSAWWASSEN SHORES HALF DUPLEX • 1520 sq f# h+lf *upl)x

• 3 b)*$ooms & *)&, 3 b+#h$ooms

• Op)& co&c)p# li"i&( +$)+

• F+&#+s#ic L+*&)$ vill+() loc+#io&

4866 tUrnBUCKLe wYnd, Ladner

$664,900

PrIMe HIgHgate retaIL SPaCe

• 3 b)*$ooms, 3 b+#h$ooms • Mi&s #o shops, $)s#+u$+&#s, hi(h!+y, +&* f)$$y

201-1816 OSPREY DRIVE, TSAWWASSEN

$719,900

aFFOrdaBLe FaMILY HOMe

• 610 sq f# s#$))# l)")l $)#+il sp+c)

• 2200 sq f# hom) o& 5605 sq f# lo#

• Bus#li&( Hi(h(+#) loc+#io&

• 3 b)*$ooms, 3 b+#h$ooms

• I&clu*)s 1 b+#h$oom, 2 p+$ki&( s#+lls, +&* a/C

• e+sy +cc)ss #o +ll +m)&i#i)s

• Cu$$)&#ly s)# up +s + h+i$ s+lo&

7030 KIngSwaY

$735,000

gOLF COUrSe & MOUntaIn vIewS • 1359 sq f# co$&)$ u&i# !i#h l+$() s#o$+() $oom • 2 b)*$ooms & *)&, 2 b+#h$ooms

• Possibl) fu#u$) *)")lopm)&#

5596 6 avenUe, tSawwaSSen

$850,000

CUL-de-SaC FaMILY HOMe • 1737 sq f# hom) o& 3875 sq f# lo# • 3 b)*$ooms, 3 b+#h$ooms

• Hi(h-)&* fi&ishi&(s #h$ou(hou#

• Up*+#)s i&clu*) ki#ch)& +&* &)! $oof

• B)+u#iful "i)!s +&* mi&s #o +ll +m)&i#i)s

• Su&&y, m+&icu$)* y+$* !i#h i&"i#i&( p+#io

209-5011 SPrIngS BOULevard, tSawwaSSen

5393 BrIgantIne rOad, Ladner

$938,800 #8 RE/MAX® TEAM IN CANADA 2017**

$649,900

• 1538 sq f# #o!&hom) !i#h l+$() *)ck • Compl)#)ly up*+#)* f$om #op #o bo##om

W G NE TIN LIS

308-4955 rIver rOad, Ladner

$969,900

#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.

A34 The Delta Optimist February 27, 2020

UPDaTED HOllY faMilY HOME

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

• 1911 #q *t home o& 5029 #q *t (ot • 4 bed$oom#, 3 b+th$oom#

ROOM FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY W G NE TIN S LI

• 2257 #q *t home o& 6353 #q *t (ot • 5 bed$oom#, 2 b+th$oom# • Upd+te# )&c( k)tche&#, b+th$oom#, +&d floo$)&g

• Be+ut)*u((y upd+ted th$oughout • Qu)et, (o! t$+*fic #t$eet, o&(y #tep# to Ho((y E(eme&t+$y

• leg+( 2 bed$oom #u)te do!&

6161 Dawn DrivE, laDnEr

6127 GalBraiTH CrEsCEnT, laDnEr

$999,800

$1,038,800

waTErfrOnT livinG

lOvElY Cliff DrivE faMilY HOME

• 6210 #q *t (ot th+t doe#&’t $equ)$e + !+te$ (e+#e

• 1773 #q *t home o& 8482 #q *t (ot • 4 bed$oom#, 2 b+th$oom#

• 33’ co&c$ete dock $e+dy *o$ flo+t home o$ bo+t

• s)&g(e c+$po$t p(u# ope& p+$k)&g • C(o#e to #choo(#, p+$k#, +&d mo$e

• rv p+$k)&g !)th hook-up# & 2 cu#tom #hed# • Buy the cu$$e&t flo+t home *o$ $100,000

5153 Cliff DrivE, TsawwassEn

4495 w rivEr rOaD, laDnEr

$1,148,800

$1,050,000

UPDaTED PEBBlE Hill HOME W G N E T IN S I L

• 2611 #q *t home o& 11,022 #q *t (ot

PEBBLE HILL FAMILY HOME W G NE TIN LIS

• 4 bed$oom#, 3 b+th$oom#

• 4 bed$oom#, 3 b+th$oom# • M+&y upd+te# th$oughout +&d to&# o* &+tu$+( ()ght

• Upd+te# )&c(ude k)tche& +&d floo$)&g • C(o#e to #choo(#, #hopp)&g, +&d mo$e

• l+$ge #u&y deck +&d *u((y *e&ced b+cky+$d

482 sHannOn waY, TsawwassEn

501 55A STREET, TSAWWASSEN

$1,199,900

$1,150,000

iMPErial villaGE faMilY HOME W G NE TIN S I L

• 2403 #q *t home o& 9322 #q *t (ot

BEAUTIFUL FAMILY BEACH HOME

• 2530 #q *t home o& 5201 #q *t (ot

• 2511 #q *t home o& 5756 #q *t (ot

• 5 bed$oom#, 3 b+th$oom#

• 4 bed$oom#, 3 b+th$oom#

• we(( kept *+m)(y home !)th be+ut)*u((y upd+ted k)tche&

• Exte&#)"e(y upd+ted th$oughout )&c( &e!e$ $oo* • D$e+m e&te$t+)&e$’# b+cky+$d !)th #+(t!+te$ poo(

• C(o#e to #choo(#, #hopp)&g, +&d $ec$e+t)o&

250 67 STREET, TSAWWASSEN

1640 GOlf ClUB DrivE, TsawwassEn

$1,279,900

$1,238,800

farM & MOUnTain viEws • 1570 #q *t home o& 9319 #q *t (ot • 3 bed$oom#, 1 b+th$oom • E+#y +cce## to +(( +me&)t)e# • G$e+t )&"e#tme&t *o$ *utu$e de"e(opme&t

BUilD YOUr waTErfrOnT DrEaM HOME W G NE TIN S I L

• Bu)(d + 3500+ #q *t d$e+m home +&d dock *o$ flo+t home & y+cht • a(( *ou&d+t)o& p)()&g# +$e +($e+dy )&#t+((ed • Cu#tom #e!+ge t$e+tme&t #y#tem )&c(uded • ru$+( !+te$*$o&t ()")&g but o&(y m)&ute# to l+d&e$ v)((+ge

553 56 sTrEET, TsawwassEn

$1,399,000 #1 TEAM IN BRITISH COLUMBIA 2017*

4273 w rivEr rOaD, laDnEr

$1,399,900

#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.

February 27, 2020 The Delta Optimist A35

arCHIteCtUraLLY-deSIGned HOMe W G NE TIN S LI

• 1829 sq f" hom' o$ 3056 sq f" lo"

• 3185 sq f" hom' o$ 8156 sq f" lo"

• 4 b'(#ooms, 3 b)"h#ooms

• 4 b'(#ooms, 3 b)"h#ooms

• Ou"s")$(i$g buil( qu)li"y wi"h high '$( fi$ishi$gs

• B')u"ifully #'$ov)"'( "h#oughou" wi"h co$"'mpo#)#y ('sig$

• S"'ps "o S"'v's"o$ Vill)g' )$( loc)l )m'$i"i's

• G#''$sp)c' b'hi$( fo# "h' ul"im)"' i$ p#iv)cy

11155 SIxtH aVenUe

36 ParkGrOVe CreSCent, tSaWWaSSen

$1,428,800

MetICULOUSLY kePt HOMe WItH UPdateS • 2903 sq f" hom' o$ 10,294 sq f" lo" • 4 b'(#ooms, 3 b)"h#ooms • Ou"(oo# '$"'#")i$'#’s (#')m wi"h pool )$( ho" "ub • M$s "o schools, p)#&s, "#)ils, )$( mo#') 6536 HILLSIde CreSCent

$1,488,800 FantaStIC InVeStMent OPPOrtUnItY

$1,428,800 HUGE FAMILY HOME

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

6229 LADNER TRUNK ROAD, LADNER

$1,500,000 LarGe HOLLY PrOPertY

• 6000 sq f" (upl'! o$ 11,216 sq f" lo"

• 1344 sq f" hom' o$ 13,067 sq f" lo"

• 3 b'(#ooms, 2 b)"h#ooms o$ ')ch si('

• 3 b'(#ooms, 2 b)"h#ooms

• G#')" i$v's"m'$" $ow )$( fo# fu"u#' ('v'lopm'$"

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

• Clos' "o "ow$ c'$"#' )$( )ll )m'$i"i's

• Possibl' l)$( )ss'mbly of 8 p#op'#"i's "o")lli$g 138,145 sq f"

575-577 56 Street, tSaWWaSSen

4752 60B Street, Ladner

$1,682,800

FantaStIC InVeStMent OPPOrtUnItY • 5232 sq f" 4-pl'! o$ 27,798 sq f" lo" • 2 3 b'( sui"'s o$ m)i$, 2 2 b'( sui"'s b'low • 3 y')# ol( #oof, 5 c)#po#"s )$( '!"#) p)#&i$g i$ b)c& • Po"'$"i)lly sub-(ivi()bl', g#')" hol(i$g p#op'#"y 12240 100a aVenUe

$1,999,900

Brand neW ULtra MOdern HOMe

$1,799,900

CentraLLY LOCated OFFICe BUILdInG • 2758 sq f" offic' buil(i$g o$ 7707 sq f" co#$'# lo" • M'"iculously &'p" wi"h 2 lo$g "'#m p#of'ssio$)l "'$)$"s • P)#&i$g lo" fo# )pp#o! 10 c)#s plus s"#''" p)#&i$g • Po"'$"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' &i"ch'$ wi"h high-'$( )ppli)$c's & c)bi$'"#y

• Si"u)"'( o$ B')ch G#ov' Golf Cou#s'

1190 JaCkSOn WaY, tSaWWaSSen

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

WeStCOaSt InSPIred “terraCeS” HOMe

• B#igh" )$( )i#y wi"h pos" )$( b')m )#chi"'c"u#'

13838 CreSCent rOad

$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.

A36 The Delta Optimist February 27, 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 kitchen & wok kitchen

• Overlooking Beach Grove GC fairways

• Unobstructed Diefenbaker Park views

1183 JACKSON WAY, TSAWWASSEN

5393 1A AVENUE, TSAWWASSEN

• 5 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms

$2,898,800

$3,388,800

CUSTOM BUILT MODERN MASTERPIECE W G NE TIN S LI

• 6061 sq ft home on 10,720 sq ft lot • 7 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms • Breathtaking ocean, mountain, and farm views • Roof deck with hot tub, fire table, and putting green

353 55 STREET, TSAWWASSEN

$3,588,000

JUST UNDER AN ACRE IN WEST LADNER W G NE TIN S I L

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5642 GROVE AVENUE, LADNER

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12958 COULTHARD ROAD

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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 park

• 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 park & mall

• Connected to city sewer and water

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1375 GREEN BAY ROAD

2990 57B STREET, LADNER

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EXCEPTIONALLY LOCATED FARM PROPERTY W G NE TIN S I L

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• 52 acre property with 4 parcels

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February 27, 2020 The Delta Optimist A37 RE/MAX® Progroup Realty 5360 12th Ave, Delta, BC V4M 2B3

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A38 The Delta Optimist February 27, 2020

Over A Quarter-Century Of Experience

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February 27, 2020 The Delta Optimist A39

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Loved ones who have passed on can be remembered through a Tribute Gift to Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation.

Donations made in memory of your loved ones will be acknowledged with cards sent to family members and an acknowledgement and receipt sent to the donor.

Tributes for February Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation gratefully acknowledges gifts in memory of:

Margaret Barclay Frank Barr Songmi Cho Joginder Dhaliwal Ronald Gardner Ronnie Gibson Tom Gigliotti Lloyd Jones Fred K. Kennedy Margaret McRae Marge Mould Herb Robinson Joan Robinson Linda Savage David Threlfall Ernest Toth Marlene Trekofski Donald Varhaug Bertha Vollhoffer Your gift assists the Foundation to purchase vital medical equipment for Delta Hospital.

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There will be a Celebration of Life for Joan Klassen on Sunday, March 8th from 1 - 4 pm at Beachgrove Golf Course.

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BAYNE, Robert (Lee) Lee died February 20th, 2020 at the age of 86. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 53 years, Flo and daughters Linda (Mark) and Sandy (Shawn) and sons Don (Pam) and Ralph. He is predeceased by his son David (Mary). Service will be held March 9th, 2020 at South Delta Baptist Church at 1 pm.

JENSEN, Brian Darcy July 28, 1953 - February 17, 2020 It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Brian Darcy Jensen, who passes away peacefully at his home on February 17th, 2020 after a yearlong battle with cancer. Brain was a caring compassionate person, always there to share a smile and a laugh.

Brian had retired from Home Hardware and gave his time freely to others, including volunteering for Air Cadets for many years. He enjoyed family dinners, bowling and travelling to warm locations.

He cherished the time he spent with his 2 grandchildren, as well as Londa’s grandchildren, Olivia and Lennyx.

STATLER, Louise June 7, 1933 - February 13, 2020 Ingvarda Louise Statler passed away peacefully on February 13, 2020 at the KinVillage Care Home in Tsawwassen.

Louise is survived by her loving husband Mick of 65 years, children Deana (Martin), Cathie Ann (Rick), Brian (Vicki), 8 grandchildren Angela, Mykle, Darryl, Breanna, Mallory, Amy, Madison, Hailey, 9 greatgrandchildren and siblings Roald, Alfred, Einar, Karstein and Elaine.

He was predeceased by his wife Margaret, father Lloyd and his brother Tom. He is survived by his partner Londa, mother Marian, brother Peter and his two children Joshua and Krisha. Whether as a father, a son, an uncle, cousin or brother, Brian will surely be missed by the many people in his extended family.

There will be a Celebration of Life on March 1st, 2020 from 2-5pm. 343 67A Street, Delta, BC (Boundary Bay) In lieu of flowers, donations to the BC Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated.

Louise was born in Bulyea, Saskatchewan, one of 11 children born to Paul and Ragna Thompson. She graduated from Regina General Hospital School of Nursing on February 4, 1955 and was married to Mick, the love of her life, the following day February 5, 1955. Mick and Louise lived in Regina until their adventurous move to the Coast in the summer of 1969, making Tsawwassen their home. She worked for many years at Grace Hospital in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and finished her career working as a registered nurse at KinVillage Care Home.

Louise was an incredible woman and an inspiration to her family and friends. She was kind, compassionate, and always willing to help others.

She was very social and active; she loved to travel, ski, play bridge, host dinner parties, attend her stitch and chat group and lawn bowl. One of her main priorities in life was her family; her husband, children and especially her grandchildren.

Christmas was a particularly special time for this reason. It brought together the whole family for a night of dinner and games that she would organize. She was active in her church, proud of her Norwegian heritage and firm in her beliefs. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

Special thanks to the staff at KinVillage Care Home for the wonderful care Louise received.

A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2020 at 1:00 PM at Benediction Lutheran Church in Tsawwassen, BC. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Alzheimer Society of BC or charity of your choice.

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MYHILL, Clifford J. April 2, 1943 − December 29, 2019 Clifford Myhill passed away at the wonderful Delta View facility, December 29, 2019, after he succumbed to Alzheimer’s. He is perhaps best remembered by the Tsawwassen community as the owner of Delta Photolab for over 20 years, maybe developing some of your film (remember that stuff?), or in a very animated manner showing you how your camera’s autofocus worked.

Cliff came to Canada in 1968 with his first wife Val, living briefly in Vancouver before settling in Tsawwassen, and forming a very close group of friends. In 1976 he left his job and took the family, including his 3−year−old son Adam, on a year−long adventure around the world. Not long after their return Delta Photolab on 56th street began. Cliff is also known for his ’Come As You Aren’t’ and Murder Mystery events which spanned many years, and for groups such as the Royal Vancouver Yacht club. He was active in Rotary International, and once organized a fire truck as a gift to a town in Peru.

A life celebration is taking place at the Beach Grove Golf Course, on Sunday, March 1 at noon, where you’re absolutely welcome if he had even the most minor role in your life. There will be a slideshow, and we can share some of the many stories of his adventurous life. In lieu of flowers or anything else, a donation to alzheimer.ca or ovariancanada.org, which previously took is wife Kathi, would be deeply appreciated.

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