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• 3Phase Power Systems • 505-Junk • A. Hopkins Insurance & Financial Services Inc. • A.C.T. Enterprises • A.I.M. Services Network Inc. • Abell Pest Control • Leslie Abramson • Absolute Plumbing Solutions • ACS Electrical Ltd. • AdCentives Enterprises Ltd. • Agility Logistics Co. • Aheer Transportation Ltd. • Air Menzies International Cargo (Canada) Ltd. • Air West Charters • Airborne Engines Ltd. • AJ’s Electrical Service & Repair Ltd. • Akhurst Machinery Limited • Alair Homes Delta • Alfa Greco Roman Cuisine • Alison Gel • Alongside You • Alpha Aviation Inc. • Altmaerker German Sausage House and Deli Ltd. • Amazon YVR4 Tsawwassen First Nation • Ambassadors-Tsawwassen Mills Toastmasters • Anchor Marketing Inc. • Animal Crackers Children’s Centre • Annacis Research Centre • Anytime Fitness • Aqualine Seafoods Ltd., Viking Seafoods Ltd., and Select Seafoods Canada Ltd. • Army Roofing Inc. • Ashar Communications • Ashtech Granite Ltd. • ATI Truck Repair, Autobody and Paint Ltd. • Atlantia Digital Lifestyle Experts • Atlantis Day Spa • Augustine House Society • Avigilon Corporation • B.B. Con Projects Inc. • Backroads Family Farm Market • Bainbridge Dental Clinic • Bank of Montreal - Ladner Branch • Bank of Montreal Scottsdale Branch • Bank of Montreal Tsawwassen Branch • Barnside Brewing Co. • Bartlett Tree Experts • Bay Industrial Instruments Ltd. • Bayside Sleep Solutions • BC & Alberta Guide Dogs • BC Fresh Vegetables Inc. • BC Lions Football Club • BC Waterfowl Society/ Reifel Bird Sanctuary • BCIT - Motive Power Centre of Excellence • Beach Grove Golf Club • Beach Grove Motel • Beedie Development Group • Bellingham Regional Chamber of Commerce • BentallGreenOak (Canada) LP • Beth Stuart & Associates CPA • Big Kahuna Dog Inc. • Big Splash Water Park • Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Information Centre • Black Bond Books • Blaine Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Information Center • Blenz Coffee Ladner Leisure Centre • Blue Heron Courier • BMM Accounting Services Ltd. • BNSF Railway Company • Boys and Girls Clubs of South Coast BC • Bria Communities - The Waterford

• Bria Communities - The Wexford • Bridgeview Marine Ltd. • Brite-Lite Lighting & Electrical Distributors • British Columbia Lottery Corporation • Brockmann’s Chocolates Inc. • Budget Blinds Delta • Budget Blooms • Burns Bog Conservation Society • BÜRO47 Architecture Inc. • Business Development Bank of Canada • Cafe de Gourmet Delights & Catering Ltd. • Caltec Solutions • Campbell Froh May & Rice LLP • CampbellCare Plumbing, Heating & Air Ltd. • Camp’s Handyman Service • CANACCTV SUPPLY • Canadian Autoparts Toyota Inc. • Canadian Council on Rehabilitation and Work (CCRW) • Canadian Mattress Recycling Inc. • Canadian Mental Health Association, Vancouver Fraser Branch • Canadian Vinyltek Window Corp.

• Canine Country Pet Resort • Capstone Imaging Supplies Inc. • Captain’s Cove Marina • Drew Carlisle • Catalys Lubricants Inc. • CCC Group • Century Group • ChamberTech Solutions Inc. • Chang’s Taekwondo Delta Inc. • The Chocolate Bear Shoppe • Choices Markets Head Office • CIBC - Nordel • City of Delta • City Wide Security Services Ltd. • Clair’s Boutique Hotel • Clean Touch Building Services Ltd. • CMP Group Ltd. • Coast Tsawwassen Inn • Colleen & Natalie, RE/MAX Progroup Realty • Community Living British Columbia • Community Photography • Country Malt Group • Craftsman Collision Ltd. • Cran & Company, CPA • Cravings Coffee • Critical Environment Technologies Canada Inc. • Cropo Financial Group • CVC Slingshot Transportation Inc. • D.R. Maintenance & Landscaping Ltd • Damco Distribution Canada Inc. • Dan Sutherland Racing Inc. • Dan’s Legacy Foundation • Dayhu Investments Ltd. • Deliberate Decisions • Delsom Estates • Delta Foundation • Delta Carpets & Floor Design • Delta Community Living Society • Delta Community Music School • Delco - Delta Container Limited Partnership • Delta Dental Clinic • Delta Farmers Institute • Delta Farmland & Wildlife Trust • Delta Fire and Emergency Services • Delta Firefighters Charitable Society • Delta Funeral Home Ltd. • Delta Gymnastics Society • Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation • Delta Hospital Auxiliary Society • Delta Housing Be Mine Society • Delta Law Office - Ladner • Delta Law Office - Tsawwassen • Delta Mediation • Delta Optimist

• Delta Pacific Seafoods Ltd. • Delta Periodontal Group • Delta Police Department • Delta School District • Deltassist Family & Community Services Society • Denis Loeppky • Diamond Cut Lawn & Garden • DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society • Dixon’s Massage Therapy Clinic • Document Systems Direct Ltd. • Double R Rentals Ltd. - Ladner • Double R Rentals Ltd. - Tilbury • Doug Smith - Raymond James Ltd • Dr Marites Sison Inc. Dental Centre • Dr. Sumeet Dhillon • Duzenberry Consulting • E. Factor, Chartered Professional Accountant • Earthwise Society • Eastlink • EastVan Dental Clinic • Easy Financial - Delta • E-CARD ID Products Ltd. • Elite Health & Wellness • ellement re:design • EMG Design • Empire Signworks Inc. • Empower “U” A Workforce Training Company Inc. • Empower Environmental Ltd. • Emsley Management • Engage Exhibits Ltd. • Envision Financial - Ladner • Envision Financial - North Delta • Envision Financial Regional Office • Envision Financial - Sunshine Hills • Envision Financial - Tsawwassen • Eriez Flotation Division Canada Inc. • eVoque Event Management • Excel Yard & Grounds • Expedia CruiseShipCenters South Delta • Express Employment Professionals • Farm Fresh Events • First Data Canada • Flexyshop Ltd. • The Flower Shop in the Village • FortisBC Energy Inc. • Four Winds Brewing Company Ltd. • Fraser Surrey Docks • Fraser Valley Real Estate Board • Fraserland Organics Inc. • Fraserway RV Rentals, Service & Parts • fSONA Networks Corp.

• G.A. Industries Inc. • Gallery Flooring & More Ltd. • Gateway Casinos & Entertainment Ltd. • Global Container Terminals Canada • GluStitch Inc. • Go Green Pest Control Corp.

• Goldstone Developments Ltd. • Good Samaritan Delta View Care Centre • Grace Kreykenbohm Realtor • Gracie’s Next Door • Greg Brown Insurance Services • Gridgear Solutions • Grosvenor Americas • Ground Busters Excavation and Demolition • Grounded A Coffee Company Ltd. • HM Precision Machining Inc. • Handcoded Web Services • HAP Enterprises Ltd. • Harbour Link Container Services Inc. • Hari Homes Inc. • Henshaw Fishing Ltd. • Hi-Design Custom Cabinetry Ltd. • Highland Van & Storage Ltd.

• Hillmar Industries Ltd. • Holiday Inn Express & Suites Riverport Richmond • Home Hardware Building Centre Tsawwassen • Hon. Carla Qualtrough, PC MP Delta • HoneyDo Lifestyle Assistant Inc. • Hyak International Forest Products Inc. • Hydracore Drills Ltd. • Ian McIntyre • Ian Paton, MLA Delta-South • Ice Age Glacial Water Company • Ideal Door Ltd. • IGL Financial Solutions Inc. • Image Sign & Lighting • Immediate Images Inc. • Indalma Creative Inc. • Industry Training Authority • Insta-Space Storage • Intercon Enterprises Inc. • International Textiles Ltd. • Internet-Exposure Designs Ltd. • ISM - Industrial Steel & Manufacturing • ITConnect Business Services • Ivanhoe Cambridge II Inc. Tsawwassen Mills Mall • Jake Edwards Entertainment Inc. • Janice Porter • Jennifer Wheeler - RBC Mortgage Specialist • JT HOTSHOTTING • K.A.D. Designs • Kaltech Manufacturing Ltd. • Kam Bassi • Kemp Construction Management Ltd. • Kendal Lighting (B.C.) Inc. • KLAR Coaching and Consulting • Knight Signs Ltd. • Krispy Kreme • Kwantlen Polytechnic University • KWG Enterprises • L Latremouille • Ladner Artisan Chocolates • Ladner Business Association • Ladner Harbour Machine Shop • Ladner Massage Therapy • Ladner Reach Properties • Lady Bugz Seniors Lifestyle Assistant Ltd. • Lane Office Furniture Ltd. • Laschuk Law • Lawlor Goldsmith Shoppe Ltd. • Lehigh Cement • Len Botkin Trucking Ltd. • Leon Cheliadin • Les Voros Financial Services • Carol LeVasseur DD • Lions Gate Fisheries Ltd. • Little House Alcohol & Drug Addiction Recovery Society • Loney Contracting Inc. • Low Cost Equipment • M&M Food Market • MacGregor Realty & Management • Maddies Natural Pet Products Ltd. • Mainroad Lower Mainland Contracting LP • John Mancini • Manterra Technologies Inc. • MAPEI Inc. • Maple Leaf Homes Ltd. • Margaret Page • Marina Garden Estates Ltd. • Marks Pharmacy • McDonald’s - Ladner • McDonald’s - Tsawwassen • Heather L Schmidt • Metal Metrics Trading Ltd. • Metropolitan Hardwood Floors, Inc. • Micron Waste Technologies Inc. • Millennium Pacific Greenhouse • Minuteman Press Delta

• Mitchell Island Reload • Mountain Media Inc. • Murphy and Murphy Chartered Professional Accountants • MVP Plumbing Heating and Gas Fitting Ltd. • My Dentist @ Boundary Park • My Tsawwassen Dentist • NA Rail Products • Nando’s Peri-Peri Chicken Tsawwassen • Nature’s Design Dental Spa • Neighbourhood Plumbing & Heating Ltd. • Netpro Consulting Inc. • Neutron Factory Works Inc. • Newmans Fine Foods • Nickels Cartage Co. Ltd. • Nineteen02 Kombucha (Canada) Inc. • Niradia Enterprises Inc. • North Delta Dental • North Delta Reporter • North Delta Seafoods Ltd. • North West Alliance • Northern Vision Realty Advisors Inc. • Northtec Painting • Nurse Next Door • Ocean Gate Fishery Ltd. • Ocean Trailer • Omnae Technologies Inc. • ONE Corporation • One20 Public House • Open Connection - Ladner • Open Connection - Tsawwassen • Oughtred Coffee & Tea • OWL Orphaned Wildlife Rehabilitation Society • Pacific Advertising • Pacific Chartered Advisors LLP • Pacific International Log Trading Inc. • Pacific Tractor Company Ltd. • Pacific-Arch Home & Business Renovations Ltd. • Padgett Business Services of Delta • Parellel Construction • PEAK Emergency Response Training • Pentagon Freight Services Canada Ltd. • Peter Harasymchuk, Inc. • Gord Petroski • Pharmasave - Ladner • PJB Mechanical Plumbing and Heating • Plascon Plastics Corporation • Plazr Sales Inc. • Peter Podovinikoff • Point Roberts Press Inc. • Polygon Homes Ltd. • Ponderosa Construction Ltd. • Port of Vancouver • Porto Fino Restaurant Ltd. • PR Mechanical Ltd. • Praiseworthy Painting Ltd. • Precision Door & Gate Service Ltd. • Premier Plastics Inc. • Product Care Association of Canada • Profile Strategies Group • Progressive Air Products Ltd. • Progressive Intercultural Community Services Society • Propack Logistics Canada ULC • PVS Buttar Chartered Professional Accountants • QCA Systems Ltd. • Randy’s Tirecraft • Rapidtech Computer Services • Ravi Kahlon, MLA Delta North • RBC Royal Bank Commercial Banking • RBC Royal Bank - Ladner • RBC Royal Bank - Nordel • RBC Royal Bank - Strawberry Hill

• RBC Royal Bank - Tsawwassen • RBE Productivity Exchange Centre Ltd. • Reach Child and Youth Development Society • Realcrete Consultants Inc. • Realty Ready Delta Home Services Inc. • Redi-Strip Metal Cleaning Ltd. • Regal Ideas Inc. • Richlea Bakery • Ricoh Canada Inc. • Riverhouse Restaurant Pub & Marina Ltd. • Roadhouse Distribution Inc. • Robert Half • Rogue Penguin Creative • Rossetto Project Management Services • Rotary Club of Ladner • Rotary Club of North Delta • Rotary Club of Tsawwassen • Royal Ocean Events Inc. • Royal Square Dental Centre • S.M. Products (B.C.) Ltd. • Sabaka - BC/Canadian Fine Quality Craftwork • Salish Sea Sentinel • Sammy’s Truck & Trailer Repair Services Ltd. • Santevia Water Systems Inc. • Sarah Gallop Design Inc. • Scorpio Security Inc. • Scotiabank - Ladner • Scotiabank - Tsawwassen • Scott Walker Personal Real Estate Corp.

• Seaspan Ferries Corp.

• SEI Industries Ltd. • Service Canada • Seven Seas Trading Inc. • Severide Law • Shato Holdings Ltd. • Shea-Tech Systems Ltd. • Shona’s Place Hair Salon • Showkraft Production Services Ltd. • Shpak & Company • Shuttle 17 • Sipco Bioengineering Inc. • SML Consultants Group Ltd. • SONAPAY Canada • Sonnenberg Home Builders Ltd. • Sources Community Resource Centres • South Delta Artist’s Guild • Southern Projects Inc. • Southmountain Trading Inc. • Southpointe Academy • Southridge Hardware Ltd. • Speedpro Signs Delta • SportsWave • St. John Ambulance • Star Dental • Star Diamond Tools Inc. • Sterling Notary Public • Stir Coffee House • Stoilen Alston & Associates • Stroh Health Care Consulting Corp.

• Sublime Art Materials • Sue Anderson-Webb • Sundance Inn • Sunnyside Nurseries Ltd. • Superior Fish Market and Specialty Foods • Sure Copy Ladner Print Centre • Surrey Food Bank Society • Sutton Group Seafair Realty • Swim Blue Pools and Hot Tubs • Tait Consulting Ltd. • Talking Heads • Tasty Indian Bistro • Taylor Hill Agencies Ltd. • TD Canada Trust - Ladner • TD Canada Trust - North Delta • TD Canada Trust - Tsawwassen

• TD Commercial Banking • TDK Metro Terminals Inc. • Tectum Sheet Metal Ltd. • TELUS • TFN Economic Development Corporation • The Centre for Child Development • The Chai Company • The Coach House • The Delta Chamber of Commerce • The L.M. Vermeulen Group Inc. • The Links at Hampton Cove • The Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy #367 • The Vancouver Board of Trade • Thomas Hobbs Florist • Thomas Investments Ltd. • Tire Man • Top Speed Energy B.C. Corp.

• Tourism Delta • Tower Fitness Equipment Services Inc. • Trans Alberta Pacific Welding • Trans Canada Movers Inc. • Tsawwassen Business Improvement Association • Tsawwassen Collision Ltd. • Tsawwassen First Nation • Tsawwassen Optometry Clinic • Tsawwassen Quay Market • Tsawwassen Shuttles Inc. • Tsawwassen Springs Fitness • Tsawwassen Springs Golf • Tsawwassen Wellness Centre • UA Piping Industry College of BC • Ultimate Custom Installations Inc. • United Specialty Products Ltd. • Vancity Credit Union - North Delta • Vancity Credit Union - Tsawwassen • Vancouver Giants • Vancouver Whitecaps FC • Vandula Farms • VanGo Glass • Vanport Canada • Vermont Properties Ltd. • Vertex Logical Solutions Inc. • Vicki Fenn 360 • Victory Memorial Park • Gülin Villeneuve • Voho Concepts Inc. • VS Publishing Inc. • Rick Warner • Watershed Artworks Society • Watson & Barnard Land Surveying and Engineering • Well Kept Building Maintenance • Wellbrook Winery Ltd. • Wesgrae Construction Ltd. • Wesgrove Homes Inc. • WesPac Midstream Vancouver LLC • West Coast Seeds Ltd. • Westcoast Vegetables Ltd. • Western Canada Remarketing Inc. • Western Mandate Food Services Inc. • Westham Island Herb Farm • Westshore Terminals Limited Partnership • Westview Sales Ltd. • White Paper Office Solutions • White Rock Iron Products Ltd. • White Spot - Tsawwassen • Wilco Consulting Co. Ltd. • William Wright Commercial Real Estate Services • Winning Fairways Inc. • Wishing Treats • Wood Electric • WriteType Secretarial Services Ltd. • Yard at a Time Concrete Ltd. • Zodiac Hurricane Technologies Inc.

Many of our members are now making capital preservation and expense reduction decisions during these difficult times. The Delta Chamber, along with our BC and Canadian Chambers, is working directly with our governments and political leaders to design and deliver the aid that will sustain business and wages during this crisis and more importantly, provide the support for our economic recovery when this crisis is over.

We are seeing many transformations of our businesses delivering their products and services in new and innovative ways. Hats off to their resilience and their examples of adjusting and transforming for the future.

We acknowledge and appreciate the sacrifice and dedication of our Health Care workers.

We would also like to acknowledge the dedication of all the people working in our essential services, including our farmers, fisherman, truck drivers and all the workers in our food processing and retail businesses still on the job to deliver food to our community. Your dedication is very much appreciated.

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City looks at using $35M line of credit

Delta approves borrowing bylaw amid worries that taxpayers unable to pay SANDOR GYARMATI & IAN JACQUES

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The City of Delta says closing regional parks prior to the long weekend was the right move, but would now like to see them re-open with limited access.

Delta asks Metro to re-open parks closed over Easter long weekend IAN JACQUES

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Following the Easter long weekend closure of Deas Island and Boundary Bay regional parks, the City of Delta is asking Metro Vancouver to re-open them, albeit with limited access.

In a letter sent to Metro Vancouver Wednesday morning, Mayor George Harvie says the closure of the parks was the right move and thanked Metro Vancouver for its quick actions

in closing the parks in advance of the long weekend.

“In light of the great weather we saw over the weekend, this action was undoubtedly essential in preventing the spread of COVID-19,” said Harvie.

“Despite the closure, Delta police had to turn around approximately 600 vehicles that were seeking to access Boundary Bay Regional Park on April 11.

If we had allowed the park to remain open, it would have been impossible to ensure safe physi-

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Harvie said Delta is seeking a compromise with Metro Vancouver that would allow the parks to be used for exercise by residents while limiting the potential for gatherings of people from throughout the region.

“We are asking that Metro Vancouver allow for limited access to both Deas Island and Boundary Bay Regional Park for those who can reach the parks without a vehicle,” said Harvie.

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The City of Delta is hoping to avert a financial crisis due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Already having laid off hundreds of staff but facing a myriad of other implications to the bottom line, Delta council at its online meeting this week voted in favour of a borrowing bylaw that will enable the city to draw upon $35 million if needed.

A report from the finance department notes the current situation has raised concern over possible reduced cash flows over the coming months as it’s anticipated many budgeted revenues are vulnerable to decline or significant collection delays.

There has been discussion with the province and other municipalities about a property tax due date extension from July 2 to Sept. 2, while there is also the potential that even with a delayed due date many taxpayers will simply be unable to pay.

“A number of remittances from Delta to other taxing authorities may still be due in August, which could put significant pressure on the cash flows of the City of Delta,” the report

City manager Sean McGill explains.

“Currently, baseline modeling shows that with capital project holds and the temporary layoff of our auxiliary workforce, Delta has the cash to fund services through the fall without the need to use revenue anticipation borrowing.”

Noting the city prior to the pandemic was in sound financial shape with no debt, city manager Sean McGill told council the temporary funds would help the city meet cash flow requirements, if necessary, pending receipt of 2020 tax revenues.

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Market hopeful for 2020 dates

Organizers of popular summer attraction in Ladner Village play waiting game IAN JACQUES

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The popular Ladner Village Market hopes to be open this summer, but when that will be is still up in the air.

Spokesperson Tracey McKnight said the Ladner Village Market is looking forward to an exciting year with many new vendors wishing to participate.

“The management team is progressing with the organizational end of the market so that when we are able to open following the guidelines of all levels of governments, we will be ready to go,” McKnight told the Optimist in an email. “It will be many weeks before a decision needs to be made regarding the June markets and we have updated all our vendors that we will keep them posted “The Ladner Village Market banner which goes up at the entrance to the village and the roadside signage will be put up once we have a clear idea of when we will open for

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The Ladner Village Market, which always draws large crowds to 48th Avenue, was scheduled to open its 2020 season on June 14 but that is still up in the air.

this season. Our vendors have been informed of our decision and are excited to be involved once we feel comfortable to open.”

The market’s 24th season was scheduled to begin on June 14, the first of seven Sunday markets throughout the summer. One of the biggest open air markets in Western Canada, its 160 artisan vendors are spread over three blocks of 48th

Avenue, drawing large crowds to the village.

Meanwhile fears over transmission of the COVID-19 virus have prompted the province to urge farmers markets to sell products online.

Provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry issued an order last week saying only food vendors would be allowed to sell at markets. Sellers of any other merchandise are not per-

mitted.

“Moving farmers markets online will help ensure the health and safety of vendors and consumers, while still providing the same fresh and local food that families all over the province count on,” said Agriculture Minister Lana Popham in a news release.

Heather O’Hara, executive director of the BC Association of Farmers’

Markets, said the importance of local food and farmers has never been clearer.

“Our new B.C. Farmers’ Markets online platform will offer a new shopping channel for the peak farmers’ market season this summer,” she said.

To find farmers markets online, go to bcfarmersmarkettrail.com.

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Students in the Delta School District are back learning as teachers have begun corresponding with their pupils online with weekly lesson plans.

After having talked with students and parents on the phone over the previous week to let them know what to expect, elementary school teachers are now keeping in touch via email and are using online

methods such as Google Classroom for weekly assignments.

It’s all about students, who have been out of the classroom due to the COVID-19 outbreak, having as normal a learning routine as possible as it’s uncertain how long schools will have to remain closed.

The learning plans will be introduced gradually, while education programs will vary from grade to grade, teacher to teacher

and school to school.

Superintendent Doug Sheppard in a letter to parents noted the focus is on maintaining connections and introducing some routines to establish home learning.

“Teachers will start slow and small with one or two ‘do-able’ activities for your children to ease them into this new way of learning. They will also communicate an initial schedule for remote learning. We understand

that most parents are not qualified teachers and we don’t expect you to take on this role. In addition, we can assure you that teachers are highly responsive to students’ and families’ needs,” explained Sheppard.

“They are conscious of student workload and of not adding to family stresses at this time. As a result, teachers will be reducing the content they would normally expect your children to cover

and providing clear communication, supports and instructions to help children achieve success. Time on tasks and assignments will gradually increase over the coming weeks.”

The Ministry of Education recently announced educators will also have an easy-to-use video-conferencing and collaboration platform called Zoom to communicate remotely with their students.

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MP’s flight to Ottawa too full to Tax hike could end up less than 3.5% allow for physical distancing

Government officials, including Delta MP Carla Qualtrough, are facing some online backlash over travel to Ottawa that did not allow them proper social distancing protocols.

Last weekend, members of three Canadian political parties hopped on a government jet to travel to Ottawa to pass emergency economic legislation. The flight included Qualtrough, Green Party Leader Elizabeth May and Conservative Leader Andrew Scheer and his family.

May said travelling to Ottawa to debate the wage-subsidy bill would

mean going through four airports — Victoria, Vancouver, Toronto and Ottawa, which she said terrified her, so the offer from the Prime Minister’s Office, which arranged the flight, was a welcome one.

The nine-seater jet wasn’t crowded, but it was impossible to maintain physical distancing, said May. “I would have felt safer maintaining the six-foot radius,” May said. “We were accepting we would not have social distance for us, but I think it was the right thing to do to give Jill and the kids a ride. We were all very careful and I’m sure it was all fine. I hope so.”

The Optimist reached

out to Qualtrough’s office for comment and received this response: “During these exceptional circumstances brought on by pandemic, when possible the government has sought to accommodate government aircraft requests from MPs and senators who must travel long distances in order to participate in the emergency sittings of Parliament.

Following a request by the official Opposition, arrangements were made to provide the leader of the Opposition and his family with one-way travel to Ottawa to attend the emergency sitting of the House of Commons.”

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the park, but use it as an access point to the dike,” said Dubord. “I think that overall there is some validity to that, but at this point in time three things made our decision fairly resolute.

“The first thing was it was the Easter long weekend and more people would be home than usual. Second, we knew the weather was going to be fantastic and third, and more important, that this was the peak time period, according to Dr. Bonnie Henry, that we should be avoiding those areas, so the decision to shut down the park worked based on those factors.”

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the potential for large gatherings. By re-opening the parks on this limited basis while keeping the parking lots closed, we will be supporting Dr. Bonnie Henry’s joint directives around exercise and physical distancing while staying close to home.”

Delta police Chief Neil Dubord, in an interview Tuesday, echoed Delta staff that it was essential to close the parks over the long weekend.

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in the next two weeks to revisit our financial plan and to give council support in a different financial plan that would include capital projects that are deferred for a year and cut from the program,” explained McGill.

Delta is also looking at ways to spark economic growth once the pandemic is under control.

Harvie is on an economic task force that was recently struck by Metro Vancouver and has asked city staff to start a task force for Delta as well.

“We need to get into recovery efforts as soon as possible,” Harvie said.

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meeting, a document that will include a recommendation for either a deferment on property tax payments or a later date for penalties.

Mayor George Harvie at last week’s virtual town hall meeting said revenues have also taken a hit with facilities closed, so his direction to staff is to see if the city can reduce the planned 3.5 per cent property tax increase.

McGill at the town hall said the city has put a freeze on all capital projects.

“Some of those projects will be delayed. We will be going back to council

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McGill added that over 80 per cent of the city’s revenue comes from property tax and utility bills.

So far, Delta has only collected about 70 per cent of the money from utilities it normally would have received by this time.

As far as a revised city budget, McGill said a report will be coming to council at its April 27

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Kings Links in East Ladner was planning to re-open prior to the Easter weekend, but decided to remain closed.

Some golf courses stay open while others shut Mayor wants all closed but city lacks power IAN JACQUES

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Should area golf courses open back up for public play?

It’s a question that has been debated by many on social media the past week as some local courses decided to re-open and then made an about face and closed up shop once again.

On March 24, under the local state of emergency, the City of Delta ordered the closure of all golf courses, but that order was rescinded when the provincial government lifted all local state of emergency orders and put the province under a state of emergency.

Last Tuesday, some Delta courses began opening to the public or announced plans to reopen for the Easter long weekend, which prompted Mayor George Harvie to write a letter to the province seeking the ability to enforce closures of golf

courses.

Delta Golf Course and Sunshine Woods both re-opened last week and despite efforts of the City of Delta, have chosen to remain open.

The Links at Hampton Cove did re-open for a few days, then last Friday announced it would suspend operations as of last Saturday until further notice.

Kings Links also planned to re-open on Good Friday, but the day before announced via its website that it would remain closed.

Tsawwassen Springs has stayed closed to the public as well as Beach Grove Golf Club, the city’s lone private facility.

Last Thursday during a media briefing, Fraser Health Authority CEO Dr. Victoria Lee was asked if golf courses are OK to remain open as long as physical distancing and other health and safety precautions are in place.

She confirmed there

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has been no provincial directive for courses to be closed.

“Outdoor places like parks or golf clubs, it really depends on adequate physical distancing that can take place,” Lee said.

City manager Sean McGill said Delta has not received any directives from the province following the mayor’s letter last week.

“Dr. (Bonnie) Henry herself has been asked specifically about golf courses multiple times and she talks about having to maintain physical distancing and that it’s a difficult one,” said McGill.

“Under the state of local emergency we were very proactive and erred on the side of caution and closed them down. Under the provincial state of emergency we don’t have the authority now that we had before, so we will be seeking guidance from the province and the provincial health officer,” he added.

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SPRING CLEAN-UP CANCELLED In response to COVID-19, Spring Clean-Up has been cancelled for spring 2020. We are taking all efforts to ensure Delta’s collection contractor can maintain regular garbage, green waste and recycling collection during this time. There is no plan to reschedule Spring Clean-Up this year.

While residential drop-off and waste removal services may still be available, we encourage residents to store bulky items and other take-back recycling materials at this time.

For more information, please visit: Delta.ca/SpringCleanUp

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The former Ladner Village Hardware building on Delta Street will become home to a Britannia Brewing Company restaurant.

Restaurant and gelato café to locate in old hardware store SANDOR GYARMATI

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It’s good news for a Ladner Village core that has badly been in need of some.

Realtor Michael Anderson told the Optimist late last week that a lease deal has been signed that will eventually see a brew pub-type establishment set up shop in the former Ladner Village

Hardware building on Delta Street.

Richmond’s Britannia Brewing Company has partnered with a local investor on a restaurant and gelato café. The project still needs city permits.

Britannia is a small craft brewery with a pour-house in Steveston Village.

Two years ago, Delta council gave the go-ahead for an application for a major renovation to the

building that has been vacant since James Price closed up the hardware store and retired.

The one-storey structure was constructed around 1950 and was to be renovated to create three new separate commercial units which could accommodate retail, restaurant, personal services or office uses, but now the building footprint won’t need to be divided.

A message from Delta MP Carla Qualtrough

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s the weeks pass and the numbers come in, we are seeing the toll that this pandemic is having on our local businesses and jobs. March job loss numbers across the country paint a grim picture: 1.01 million jobs were lost in Canada, with 132,000 jobs lost in BC. This is the largest single month of job losses on record. Another sobering statistic: since March 15th, almost 6 million Canadians have applied for EI or the CERB. With each job lost there is a family in crisis: a family who is worried about how they are going to put food on the table and make ends meet. Each job lost reminds us of the urgency of the situation we find ourselves in.

Business owners are heartbroken at having to lay off employees. They know all too well what is at stake. They also see everything they have worked so hard for falling apart. They are very worried. I have heard from business owners and employers here in Delta and across the country how desperate they are to keep their people working and keep their doors open.

I would like to highlight 2 major initiatives of the federal government that are being delivered to support businesses in this time of crisis.

The first is the Canada Emergency Business Account, which will provide

interest-free loans of up to $40,000 to small businesses and not-for-profits to help cover their operating costs.

Repaying the balance of the loan on or before December 31, 2022 will result in loan forgiveness of 25 percent.

Banks in Delta are available to assist businesses in accessing these loans. I urge every small business and nonprofit to explore this option.

The second is the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy. I was in Ottawa this past Saturday to participate in passing this subsidy into law. This subsidy will cover 75% of an employee’s wages for employers of all sizes (with payroll of $50,000 to $1 million) and across all sectors, including non-profits and charities. The employer must have suffered a drop in gross revenues of at least 15% in March, and 30% in April and May. The subsidy will provide up to $847 per employee, per week, between March 15th and June 6th. There will also be a 100% refund for employer-paid contributions to EI and CPP. This will allow many businesses to keep staff on, rehire staff, and position themselves to rebound when the crisis has passed. We are working with the Delta Chamber of Commerce, the Tsawwassen Business Improvement Association, and the Ladner Business Association to get businesses information as quickly as possible on the subsidy. I encourage

businesses to keep as many employees on payroll as possible, even if there is little or no work available for them to do. Perhaps less busy businesses would consider lending out employees to volunteer with local non-profits providing essential services to our most vulnerable.

Finally, I’ll mention that we are deferring GST/HST remittances and h, customs duty paymeents untill June 30th and are deferring corporate income tax payments until Augu ust 31st. There are also a variety of otheer new initiatives to address liquidity chaallenges and access credit. Together, theese measures are aimed at helping witth cash flow over the upcoming month hs.

It feels insufficient to say that we are working incredibly hard to deliver the support that businessses and workers need. Every day, wee roll up our sleeves and strive to do everything we can to keep businessses operational.

Our SME’s are the baackbone of our economy, and will be pivotal as we recover from this criisis.

Please know that my team and I are here to support you in any way we can.

Stay safe,

Carla Qualtrough

Delta Member of Parliament 778-593-4007 carla.qualtrough@parl.gc.ca

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Tenant restrains intoxicated man after break-in attempt goes awry South Delta Crime Beat

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

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

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• April 7, 2 p.m., 200block of Woodland Drive: Police received a report of an attempted break and enter to a residence.

The homeowner advised police the family was not home at the time and an unknown person had attempted to pry open a basement bathroom window. No entry was gained to the residence and no severe damage occurred to the window besides superficial scratches on the frame. The homeowner was advised by police to call the report line if they see any suspicious activity in the neighbourhood.

• April 9, 6:10 a.m., 5200-block of 11th Avenue: Police received a complaint of a possible break and enter to a residence. Upon arrival to the house, police observed the suspect lying on the driveway under the restraint of a tenant of the household. After speaking to the tenant, police concluded the suspect had broken a second storey window in order to gain access to the house. Nothing of value was stolen from the property. The suspect was heavily intoxicated and in need of medical attention. Police arrested the suspect and transported him to hospital where he remained in custody until assessed by a medical professional. The homeowner spoke to police and concluded they did not wish to pursue charges.

• April 10, 7:59 p.m., 1000-block of Pacific Drive: Complainant reported group of young men apparently not abiding by social distancing guidelines. Police attended to determine the men all reside together in the same household, and thus social distancing guidelines would not apply.

• April 11, 1:20 p.m., 500-block of Milsom Wynd: Complainant called in to report a theft from

a personal vehicle. The vehicle was parked in the driveway of a residence and appeared to have been rummaged through sometime overnight. There was no reportable damage to the outside of the vehicle which led the registered owner to believe the vehicle had been left unlocked overnight. The stolen property from the vehicle totalled $1,000.

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• April 6, 8:15 a.m., 5000-block of 47th Avenue: Police received a report from a concerned citizen that an unknown male had walked up to the front door of the residence and stole a bottle of hand sanitizer. The sanitizer was sitting in a stroller on the front porch. Value of stolen property was no more than $10. Due to the low value of the theft, complainant stated they were reporting for information purposes only at this time.

• April 6, 10 a.m., 7500block of Hopcott Road: An employee reported that sometime over the weekend an unknown suspect had cut through a wire cable tie in order to access a container at the rear of a business property. The suspect stole a minor amount of material from the container valued

at $50. The damage to the container was estimated at $100.

• April 10, 1:38 p.m., 4800-block of 48th Avenue: Member of the public called to advise their motorized scooter had run out of battery and requested police to assist in getting them home. Police attended, but a Good Samaritan had already done the job.

• April 10, 3:47 p.m., Highway 17 and Deltaport Way: Police attended a collision whereby a vehicle being driven on Highway 17 lost control at the corner and ran into a flat deck truck in the merge lane.

No injuries but one vehicle was a write-off.

• April 11, 7:42 p.m., 4600-block of Evergreen Lane: Police received a report from numerous concerned citizens that a male could be heard screaming and swearing for over an hour in a residence. Police observed the distraught man standing outside, surrounded by empty liquor bottles.

The man was yelling incoherently about personal religious beliefs as well as conspiracy theories while banging on a homeowner’s door with a stick.

Police took the resident into custody and transported him to hospital.

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This envelope containing an investment scam came to Delta police Const. Dustin Classen’s residence.

Coronavirus stock scam finds the wrong target

Sometimes scams come the old fashioned way — via mail.

Const. Dustin Classen of the Delta Police Department’s economic and technical crime unit found a suspicious stock market promotion in his mailbox last week.

Coincidentally, he’d just learned of it after speaking to a Delta resident who’d found the same letter in her mailbox.

The letter in question had no return address and came in an envelope with bold red letters that read: “CORONAVIRUS AFFECTING MARKETS: READ NOW.” The letter claims to be from a stock analyst and geologist and makes exaggerated claims about a B.C. gold mining company. The letter predicts a 500 per cent return on investment.

The B.C. Securities Commission issued a news release April 8 about

the scam, warning the public to exercise extreme caution about aggressive promotion of Crestview Exploration Inc., a B.C. gold mining company.

Letters have apparently been sent to B.C., Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba residents, according to the B.C. Securities Commission, which is the lead investigator regarding the matter.

“The public should be very cautious about making investment decisions based on any unsolicited materials, no matter if this comes via mail, text, email or social media,” stated Classen in a news release.

“We are in a period of significant uncertainty, and unfortunately there are people who will be trying to profit in a variety of ways, whether presenting supposed opportunities such as this, or trying to take advantage of someone’s good will, or offering alleged financial relief.”

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ost of us are adhering to social distancing directives and doing our part to flatten the curve, but even the most ardent supporters of government messaging can still get a little confused as we adjust to life in this new normal.

Take the oft-repeated instructions about getting outside for some fresh air and exercise. It’s good for our health, both physically and mentally, we’re told, just don’t do it there. Or over there. And definitely not there.

It can be a bit bewildering trying to keep up with the ever-changing rules of what’s allowed and what isn’t. Several weeks ago, the playground at Boundary Bay Regional Park was closed, but the parking lot and park were both still open. Then the parking lot closed but the park remained open. Now the park is closed too, although that’s subject to change.

That’s not the case with other parks, except if you’re referring to Deas Island Regional Park, which is also closed, at least for now, but places like Paterson Park are still open, even though there are barricades at the entrance to its parking lot that might suggest otherwise.

I guess the rule of thumb is that if you have to drive somewhere in order to recreate, don’t pick up the keys and take that walk in your own neighbourhood instead. That makes perfect sense, but what if Boundary Bay is your ’hood? And what happens when too many places close and people start bunching up in those that remain open?

I’m not trying to dump on elected leaders entrusted to make these decisions because they’re only trying to keep us safe, but there’s little doubt this new normal is a work in progress. Even something as well intentioned as the Sirens at 7 parade of emergency vehicles every evening in the area around Delta Hospital to salute health care workers has run into physical distancing issues.

I was hoping the two police officers I saw in the parking lot of the hardware store last weekend were going to decree that my trip to pick up a gallon of paint was not essential, therefore I’d have to turn around and leave the fence a weathered white, but alas we haven’t got to that point.

Instead, we’re left to use our common sense to navigate this new world.

Pandemic’s silver lining could be innovations for the future

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he COVID-19 pandemic is starting to get political in several countries, including our own. Leaders are exchanging barbs and blame for not doing enough to prevent the spread of the virus and not acting quickly enough to source safety supply for frontline responders and essential service workers.

In the United States, President Donald Trump is publicly saying that he has the power to “open up” the economy while the governor of New York reminded him the other day that he is not King Trump and is unable to wield absolute power.

Tensions abound and there is lots of finger pointing going on these days and that will likely continue for the foreseeable future as hoarders continue to hoard and physical distancing becomes immensely boring for the selfish and naive.

Governments had ambitious plans in place after the SARS and Ebola epidemics and had assured themselves that measures would be taken to ensure that health care workers, patients and front line workers would have adequate equipment to contain an epidemic or pandemic should one occur in the future. Didn’t happen.

Spanish-American philosopher and poet George Santayana noted that “those who do not remember the past are condemned to repeat it.”

Community Comment MIKE SCHNEIDER

Hopefully we have got the message this time. On a brighter note, a problem is an opportunity to improve and I have little doubt that many positive innovations will be born from this tragedy. We should be stoically optimistic as opposed to panic stricken, and remember that necessity is the mother of invention.

Online medical systems, supply chain and logistics improvements and advancements in educational programming and curriculum will all likely occur. Likewise, international travel protocols, health screening technologies and agri and bio technologies will likely fuel industries that will help to keep us safe.

As an advocate for education in agriculture, I am hoping that governments will look at our current circumstance with a progressive eye. Progressive in the sense that it is actually a back to the future sensibility.

Think “Victory Gardens” and the promise of communities working together to grow, share and trade food, the earliest of currencies. I believe this is a worthy and perhaps necessary undertaking, especially for children and young people whom we hope will continue to feed us in the future.

Without giving Santayana too much press, he offered another insight which is particularly relevant today: “A child educated only at school is an uneducated child.”

I am sure that all parents out there would concur. It is well understood that learning about the world outside of a classroom is beneficial for the mental and physical health of students of all ages. As educators and officials stickhandle through this strange world, I have confidence that students will ultimately gain from the innovation that will occur.

We are lucky in Delta in that our children have long had access to alternative learning opportunities through the academy programs, through Project Pickle and through the Delta Farm Roots program.

If you would like to grow some food currency where you live but don’t know where to start, send me an e-mail at mikes@dccnet. com and we can chat. Stay safe.

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

April 16, 2020 The Delta Optimist A9

Letters

Shriners make difficult choice to cancel annual Salmon BBQ

Editor: This community has many long-standing traditions and events that are generously supported by our residents, many of which are being cancelled due to the COVID-19 virus and the requirements to maintain social distancing.

One of these traditions is the annual Tsawwassen Shrine Club’s Salmon BBQ which is held at Ladner Harbour Park on the first Sunday in June and where we celebrated the 50th anniversary last year. This event was started in 1969 as both a community celebration as well as a fundraiser for the support of B.C. and Yukon children who require orthopedic or burn care in any of the 22 Shriners Hospitals for Children in North America.

Over the years what started out to be a relatively small event serving a few hundred meals has grown to the point where we purchase 2,000 pounds of wild salmon from local supplier Delta Pacific Seafood which we filet on site and serve approximately 1,500 meals to our guests every year.

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The Tsawwassen Shrine Club held its 50th annual Salmon BBQ last June.

Club has made the difficult but necessary decision to cancel our 51st annual Salmon BBQ this year. It would be irresponsible for us in the current situation to have our suppliers continue to plan for our BBQ activities and supplies as well as continuing to plan a large gathering when everyone’s health is dependent on the current social distancing guidelines being supported.

As a result of the loss of fundraising from the BBQ we will be looking at other opportunities to engage the community in providing financial support for Shriners and the children whose treatments

we support regardless of a family’s ability to pay. I ask that you watch for and support us when we are able to safely do this once again.

We thank everyone who has attended in past years for your support and look forward to a time in the near future where we can all come together and enjoy our many traditions and events that honour the roots of our community.

We also hope that 2021 will be a year where we can continue our longstanding Salmon BBQ. Hugh Johnson President Tsawwassen Shrine Club

Students can learn from curve ball

Editor: Re: Class of 2020 being thrown under a bus, letter to the editor, April 9 While I appreciate that Malcom Johnston seems genuinely concerned about the well-being of the 2020 graduates, I have to point out that Grade 12 students have already completed three-quarters of the school year.

The last four weeks have consisted of two weeks of Spring Break, one week of teachers prepping for online classes and, as of Monday, school restarted online. So, to add that up, they have only missed one

week of classes.

The teachers and administrators have done an amazing job of ensuring that students are supported during the transition to online learning. Of course there will be challenges and, yes, what and how much they learn will be slightly altered.

I also acknowledge that students will experience varying degrees of difficulty learning in this new format.

However, to suggest that we just throw out the previous six-and-a-half months of school based on missing one week of usual

classes, and a somewhat altered curriculum, just doesn’t make sense.

I also have a Grade 12 student at SDSS. She has worked extremely hard and has been accepted to university next September.

Telling her she has to give all that up over missing one week of school has no basis in reality.

Let the students rise to the challenge of being flexible, learning in various ways and realizing that life can throw curve balls at you. If this isn’t going to teach them to be strong and resilient, nothing is.

Heather Anderson

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The sage gentleman replied, “Good Lord, no.

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Letters

Many not keeping distance in Beach Grove

Editor: I’d like to thank the City of Delta’s efforts to move our community through this crisis. It is certainly a new and unknown time for us all.

I live in Beach Grove and I have to say for the most part people here have been quite respectful and knowledgeable about the social distancing orders in place. This cannot be said for those who drive to the dog park here

as well as those who drive and bike to use the dike.

I just came in from a walk with my daughter and the trail was absolutely packed, bikers in groups taking up the width of the trail, the parking lot was completely full. Benches in the dog park were full. Three ladies even brought lawn chairs and were sitting chatting side by side in the sun.

It is like this every day it is sunny and today was

one of the worst days undoubtedly. On Saturday we started heading out for a walk down our street and when we got to the end of the road (17A Avenue in front of Beach Grove Elementary) we just turned around as it was so busy it looked like school had just been dismissed.

I get it, some people want “normal” to be for them and everyone else to be inconvenienced.

Unfortunately they are

making this situation worse for everyone. I have written Delta’s bylaw department as well asking for someone to come there to educate the masses.

I would strongly encourage the mayor and council to do as they have with other parks and close the parking lot here at the dog park. I would also strongly encourage bylaw officers to put this on their priority routine check in area.

Lawrence Eade

Let people get some fresh air

Editor: The recent closure of the Boundary Bay walking trails is so poorly thought out.

Mayor George Harvie published online that it was part virus precaution and part Boundary Bay residents fearing a repeat of last year, creating parking issues.

Bunk!

You’re taking a wonderful and healthy place for people to walk and closing it because of parking? It can’t be virus related because I walk it every day and have never seen more than six people on the entire walk of the park and every person I see is very considerate to social distance.

Closing the parking lots was understandable, and let people park where they like as long as it’s a public spot and if not then ticket them, but please don’t stop people from getting fresh air and exercise.

Roc Bubel

Pastel-coloured bags not Easter gifts DELTA COMMITTEE AND COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Participate and help make Delta a better place!

Editor: While walking on the dike at the end of River Road towards the coal port last Saturday morning enjoying the beautiful weather we came across many different pastelcoloured plastic bags scattered along the path.

Please, dog own-

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Interested in participating in your local government? A number of opportunities exist to serve on an advisory committee at Delta to collaborate and provide advice to Council on various issues affecting our community. Mayor George V. Harvie and Council are seeking diverse community volunteers who can bring valuable knowledge and experience to the following committees:

Agricultural Advisory Committee Are you interested in farming initiatives and issues related to agriculture and irrigation in Delta? Are you enthusiastic about the development of the Delta Agriculture Plan and the future revision of Delta’s Official Community Plan?

Meets four times per year and/or at call of chair.

Climate Action and Community Liveability Advisory Committee Are you enthusiastic about the environment and want to get involved in initiatives relating to climate change and environmental protection? Do you want to facilitate the creation of community liveability and sustainability?

Meets six times per year and/or at call of chair.

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Heritage Advisory Commission Want to help promote the preservation and celebration of heritage in Delta? Are you interested in reviewing and discussing policies and development issues related to history and heritage conservation?

Meets ten times per year and/or at call of chair.

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Hunting Regulation Advisory Committee Want to participate in the regulation of hunting in Delta, including providing advice on the discharge of firearms by persons engaged in farming?

Meets twice per year and/or at call of chair.

Parks, Recreation and Culture Commission Are you enthusiastic about recreation, arts and culture programs? Want to collaborate on projects and services related to parks, sports fields, recreation infrastructure and civic buildings in Delta?

Meets ten times per year and/or at call of chair.

ers, take the dog dodo home. Leaving it behind is a disgusting habit of dog owners. We all want to enjoy this dike.

A child encountering these little bags could have mistaken them for gifts left by the Easter Bunny and not you and your dog.

Marlyn Ferguson

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April 16, 2020 The Delta Optimist A11

Opinion

New COVID-19 supports prove critical for seniors

ISOBEL MACKENZIE

Optimist contributor

We are all living in a period of high anxiety, distress and uncertainty as COVID-19 has upended our lives. As we grapple with the reality of COVID19 restrictions that see many of us working from home, or not working at all, we also see that seniors are particularly vulnerable.

The elderly and those with underlying health conditions are at much higher risk of developing serious complications from COVID-19 and the restrictions for self-isolating can be more onerous for seniors. Fortunately, new supports and an outpouring of goodwill promises to make things better for B.C. seniors.

The latest initiative is the Safe Seniors Strong Communities program, launched late last month. It expands the role of the 211 phone and web system to recruit volunteers and help more seniors. Within the first 48 hours, 211 had received thousands of calls from seniors needing help and volunteers willing to help.

The program is the brainchild of an all-party legislative committee that was convened by Health Minister Adrian Dix. Normally sparring across from each other in the legislature, five MLAs from all three parties came together united in the goal of ensuring the seniors of B.C. continue to get the groceries and medications they need and that they remain socially connected while self-isolating at home.

The program partners

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Isobel Mackenzie says seniors are being shown how much they are loved and cherished during the pandemic.

with bc211 and the Better at Home program. Now, anyone who wants to help a senior simply needs to call 211 or visit bc211. ca and register to volunteer. They will shortly be matched with a senior in their community who needs help with getting groceries and medications or who just wants a friendly voice to talk to. Any senior who needs help can also just dial 211 or visit the website and they will receive a call within 48 hours from the local Better at Home agency and help will quickly be on its way.

Launched only two weeks ago, thousands of British Columbians from every part of the province have already shown their support by registering to volunteer and undergo the necessary criminal record review to ensure we are protecting vulnerable seniors. As a result, thousands of seniors have had wellness checks, groceries delivered and reassuring chats with caring volunteers.

If you are reading this and have not yet volunteered or if you need help,

pick up the phone or visit the website now and join this growing movement that is connecting seniors with caring volunteers in their community on a daily basis.

COVID-19 is particularly difficult for seniors. The case for staying at home is compelling for us all, but for seniors, even outings for the essentials should be avoided. Home isolation is a sacrifice for all of us; however, seniors are much more likely to live alone and have no one else at home to share the burden. I know we have undoubtedly lifted the spirits of many seniors by demonstrating how much we care about their health and well-being.

When COVID-19 is behind us, many say we will be living in a changed world. The degree to which that is true remains to be seen. One legacy that will last, however, is the thousands of new friendships between volunteers and the seniors they have helped. The chats on the phone will inevitably turn to chats over a cup of tea and we will have chipped away at the isolation and loneliness that many seniors experience.

We will get through this together and we will come out stronger on the other side. How proud we will be when we realize that, when called upon, we found our compassion and humanity and we showed the seniors in our community how much they are loved and cherished.

Isobel Mackenzie is British Columbia’s Seniors Advocate, monitoring and analyzing services and issues affecting seniors.

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Delta’s birding community loses a leader with Tom Bearss’ passing IAN JACQUES

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Delta has lost a staunch supporter of nature, the natural world and the birding community, but most importantly, a great guy with a zest for life.

Tom Bearss, president of the Delta Naturalists Society, passed away last Friday after a battle with cancer.

Bearss was a frequent blogger for the Optimist, where his weekly reports of bird outings and nature walks became a hit among readers.

Born in Niagara Falls, Ont., Bearss worked as a trade commissioner and diplomat, living in and/or travelling to many parts of the world, including New York, Australia, Trinidad & Tobago and South Africa.

Bearss had an outstanding record of service with the Delta Nats and its provincial parent organization, BC Nature. He quickly became an active participant in the naturalist community when he and his wife, Sandra, retired to Delta in 2006.

He soon discovered

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Tsawwassen’s Melissa Hance hopes others will paint rocks of gratitude to support the staff at Delta Hospital.

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It’s a painted rock with a simple message of thanks and gratitude for our health care workers.

Tsawwassen resident Melissa Hance, who started a gratitude rock garden at her house, has now moved the idea outside Delta Hospital.

“I saw this idea from Steveston Rock Facebook group,” she said. “I started this fun initiative in my neighbourhood for our kids and their friends to participate in to get us through Spring Break. We hide Mickey and Minnie rocks around Tsawwassen for friends to find and take pics with. We also drop some off to friends and they come and trade from

our own gratitude garden in front of our house and we wave from inside or open the door to give a doorway hello.”

She said as a member of the Steveston Rock Facebook group she saw members start to leave rocks at Richmond Hospital and thought it would be great if we could show support for Delta Hospital too.

“I posted on my own social media platforms as well as the Tsawwassen Loop to encourage people to drop off and take pics of their rocks next to the tree at the main entrance to the hospital next to the flag pole. I really hope this takes off and we can show our support and South Delta pride and love for our health care workers.”

Reifel Bird Sanctuary, the annual Christmas bird counts and Delta Nats, where his lively personality and habit of successfully cajoling people to volunteer began a revitalization of the then relatively small club.

FILE PHOTO Within a couple of years, An avid birder, Tom Bearss was president of the Delta Naturalists he had started Society. the midweek Casual Birders awarded a BC Nature group, which Club Service Award for soon grew from a handhis achievements, but did ful of local birders to a not rest on his laurels. He diverse and widespread signed on as a member bunch of enthusiasts of the board for the BC from around the Lower Mainland. Bearss kept this Naturalists Foundation (a group going, rain or shine, sister organization to BC Nature) and never missed every week, with whoany of the twice-yearly BC ever turned up, whether Nature meetings held in beginner birders, keeners various locations around or curious tourists. Even the province. random passers-by got As Alan Burger, a pastdrawn into the fun, as they president of BC Nature stopped to see what this wrote: “Having a beer or odd group of people was two with Tom and joindoing as they peered into ing him on early morning bushes or cluttered up the birding were among the dykes. major highlights of my BC In 2014, Bearss was

Nature meeting for many years.”

Andrew Connaris, president of the Tsawwassen Men’s Golf Club, called Bearss the life and soul of the club, adding the end of season banquet was always the perfect stage for him to keep everyone laughing.

“Tommy was just plain larger than life and a friend to everyone in the club and teased every one of us with his affectionate put downs, but behind all of that teasing there was an intelligent, thoughtful and compassionate man with a soft heart who cared very much for others,” said Connaris.

He said every Christmas Bearss was front and centre with his Santa hat on when the club executive delivered parcels on behalf of members to less fortunate families in South Delta.

“Folks like Tommy only come along once in a lifetime, so we are going to miss him very much and TMGC will be a lot less fun without him.”

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Volunteer Week

Volunteers find much to do at Reifel Bird Sanctuary TED MURPHY

It’s time to applaud volunteers

From work parties removing invasive plants to conducting bird surveys, volunteers carry out a wide range of tasks at the Reifel Bird Sanctuary on Westham Island.

Sanctuary manager Kathleen Fry says 40 to 50 volunteers provide assistance to staff throughout the year at the 300-hectare (850-acre) reserve in the heart of the Fraser River estuary.

Some volunteers have regular responsibilities, duties such as leading Sunday walks or preparing newsletters for mailing, while others have more fluid arrangements, helping with projects that change with the seasons.

“We get people that want to help with something, but they’re not sure what,” says Fry, “so we try to match them with something that suits their skills and interests.”

That could be taking part in a one-day work

National Volunteer Week, which runs from April 19 to 25, is a time to celebrate and thank Canada’s 12.7 million volunteers.

This year’s theme is: “It’s time to applaud this country’s volunteers.”

From coast to coast to coast, Canada’s volunteers work tirelessly to spur progress in their communities.

They give their time in support of causes and programs they believe in and ask for nothing in return.

And for that, we owe them our thanks.

The economic and community impacts of volunteering are plentiful. They contribute millions of hours and millions more in value and for this — and many other reasons — we welcome this opportunity to shine a spotlight on volunteers.

National Volunteer Week recognizes the commitment, dedication and selflessness that are the hallmarks of volunteerism across Canada.

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party that removes invasive vegetation or resurfaces a trail or it could mean bagging seed or answering visitors’ questions.

Volunteers have even been known to stand guard to ensure an owl’s nest is protected or that a crane family isn’t disturbed.

Fry says volunteers do whatever’s needed, which can change on a regular basis. She says

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they become part of the sanctuary family and are happy to help out where required.

“They really get into the spirit of it and do whatever is best for the birds.”

The 12-member board of the B.C. Waterfowl Society that runs the sanctuary is also made up entirely of volunteers and looks after the business side of the operation.

RCM-SAR Station-08 Delta would like to thank all our Volunteers for helping to make Delta a safer and better community, Saving Lives on the Water

Station 08-Delta would like to take this opportunity to thank all the medical and volunteer personnel who are facing enormous challenges caring for Covid-19 patients.They are responding with courage, resolve and exemplary professionalism.They are true Heroes!

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THANK YOU TO OUR VOLUNTEERS

VOLUNTEER WEEK

Since 1969, the Delta Hospital Auxiliary Society has supported Delta Hospital in providing quality health care to this community.

Every year, more than 480 volunteers donate nearly 100,000 hours to raise money for state-of-the-art equipment and compassionate patient care.

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Thank you to all Delta Hospital Auxiliary volunteers for the countless hours and endless energy devoted to enriching the lives of our community.

Your service to Delta Hospital is valued.

We will be working together again soon!

Until then stay healthy and safe.

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Dedicated volunteers are the heart of Delta Hospice Society

Volunteer Week

Search and rescue volunteers ensure local boaters stay safe TED MURPHY

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Thank You

Volunteers from Station 8 – Delta of the Royal Canadian Marine Search and Rescue are dedicated to keeping the waters around Delta safe every day of the year.

Dedication is definitely a key word as the trained crews of the all-volunteer group respond to calls within minutes of being paged, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Station leader Dale Anaka says 20 volunteers make up the station’s four crews that rotate coverage throughout the week.

When a call is received, the unit’s boat leaves the dock no more than 30 minutes later, so all volunteers must be ready to respond immediately.

“We need dedicated

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Volunteer crews train to respond to a variety of calls.

volunteers, that’s for sure,” Anaka says.

The boat is usually moored at the marina in Point Roberts to provide quicker access to the Strait of Georgia, but given the situation at the border due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the vessel has been temporarily relocated to Ladner Harbour.

Anaka says marine

search and rescue volunteers are dispatched to all manner of calls, everything from boats running aground and those experiencing mechanical issues to persons overboard, injuries and health issues.

All members have first aid certificates and some have BC First Responder classification.

Volunteers also offer boating safety programs, provide pleasure craft checks and deliver lectures on boating safety.

Volunteers receive extensive training in a variety of fields, from first aid and radio operations to navigation and radar.

The non-profit society also has a dozen or so volunteers that assist with administration and fundraising as it costs roughly $100,000 a year to keep the boat on the water.

THANK YOU! THANK YOU!

To all our Volunteers for your continued loyalty, support and hard work for the past year. We are deeply appreciative of your involvement and hours donated at the DYSL “Wearhouse” Thrift Store.

Once again due to your assistance and volunteer hours, we will be awarding scholarships awards to 7 high schools plus a large donation to support DRY GRAD! BE KIND! BE CALM! AND STAY SAFE DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME!

Delta Youth Support Link Society 1308 56th St., Tsawwassen

THANK YOU TO OUR VOLUNTEERS! Mayor George V. Harvie and Delta Council salute the volunteers in our community who dedicate their time, talents and energy towards making Delta a better place to live, work and play. Thank you!

Delta’s Emergency Management Program extends their appreciation and sincere thanks to Emergency Support Services (ESS), Delta Amateur Radio Society (DARS), Delta Lifeboat and Neighbourhood Emergency Preparedness Program (NEPP) volunteers for their support and ongoing commitment towards public safety in Delta.

For all volunteering opportunities, please visit Delta.ca/volunteer

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Volunteer Week

For Better Retirement Living

Delivering more than meals for almost half a century

Volunteers Help Our Community Grow

TED MURPHY

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Volunteers are the backbone of the Delta Meals on Wheels Society, which has been delivering hot meals to South Delta residents for almost 50 years.

“It’s the volunteer drivers that allow us to function,” says Miggs Sawchuk, who has been president of the local non-profit society for the past four years.

The society typically has about 14 volunteer drivers, although that number has jumped to 20 in recent days thanks to the support of some local teachers.

“We have been blessed to have some of the teachers help us out at this time,” says Sawchuk. “It’s been really wonderful.”

Volunteers need their own vehicle and must be available to deliver meals between 10:45 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. Meals are picked up at KinVillage and delivered five days a week in Tsawwassen and three days a week in Ladner. There’s a stipend available to offset vehicle

We at Augustine House would like to thank all the volunteers who give of their time and talents to make our community a better place to live.

Audrie “Twinkle Toes” Keshen is a resident and volunteer at Augustine House, she leads a group of line dancers called “Still Rocking”.

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Delta Meals on Wheels Society volunteers Yvonne Chard, Maurice Newby, Miggs Sawchuk and Linda Easdown provide a valuable service.

costs.

Founded locally in 1973, Meals on Wheels’ primary focus is to deliver meals to anyone unable to prepare their own, but it serves a social function as well.

“We are more than just deliverer of meals,” says Sawchuk. “Our drivers spend a few minutes and provide a word of cheer and a word of love.”

She says volunteer drivers chat with clients to ensure all is well and have the ability to contact others should help be

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required.

In addition to drivers, the society’s board is also made up of volunteers, and Sawchuk says it could particularly use someone to fill the secretary role at this time.

The society receives financial support from the business community, service clubs and individuals to help defray costs, keeping the meals at $7 each, and also receives support from local quilters and Girl Guides on special occasions.

From

Delta Meals onWheels Society

On behalf of the Board of Directors of the Delta Meals on Wheels Society, I would like to pass along sincere thanks to all our volunteers who contribute their valuable time in helping to deliver a daily hot meal to our customers.

To celebrate

VOLUNTEER

WEEK

The Board of Directors and Staff of the Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary would like to recognize and thank our volunteers.

Your efforts and countless hours have contributed to the continued successs of daily operations and to the preservation of our local sanctuary and wildlife habitat.

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alongside our officers and staff!

Thank you to our Volunteer Drivers, Board Members, the Boundary Bay Quilters Guild, and to our local Brownies and Girl Guides, who during the Christmas season contribute by baking cookies and other delicious goodies and deliver them personally to our customers.

Thank you to all our retired drivers Lastly, thank you to our local citizens and business organizations for the financial assistance provided to Delta Meals on Wheels Society this past year. Donations and the generosity of our community help us to continue this important work. We are always looking for volunteers to help in our community, hope you can spend some time with us!

Thank you all most sincerely, Margaret (Miggs) Sawchuk President, Delta Meals on Wheels Society Thank you to the Teachers and other Volunteers who have stepped up to the plate to help deliver meals during this crisis.

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Port encouraged by review panel report Despite lengthy list of environmental concerns, document also cites the positives of Terminal 2 SANDOR GYARMATI

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The Port of Vancouver is encouraged a federal independent review panel has seen the positives of tradeenabling port expansion at Roberts Bank.

Duncan Wilson, the port’s vice-president of environment, community and government affairs, in an interview with the Optimist last week said the panel’s final report, made public a week earlier, was pretty much what the port authority had anticipated.

The report notes construction and operation of the proposed Terminal 2 container port does not pose major technical challenges, and the project would enable an increase in container terminal capacity on Canada’s West Coast, while also resulting in increased employment and business opportunities.

However, the lengthy document also listed residual and cumulative effects when it comes to the environment.

Wilson noted the panel took a look at the poten-

tial effects but the port is pleased it also provided recommendations on mitigation, measures the port authority is either planning or can implement.

“A lot of their recommendations are consistent with what we expected.

You’ll note that a lot of the work that the port has been doing over the last number of years has been in anticipation of some of these things,” he said.

“So, for example, the millions of dollars we’ve invested in the eco-program to study the impact of marine shipping on atrisk whales and to implement mitigations for those.

That was done with the view this was an issue we would need to deal with and need to get ahead of it. I think the panel recommendations are every consistent with that and they recognized our expertise in building habitats, which is really important.

A lot of the heavy-lifting will be those offsetting measures and the recognition of the port’s expertise is welcome, and, of course, we look forward to working with indigenous

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Terminal 2 is a proposed three-berth container terminal that would be built adjacent to the existing port operations at Roberts Bank. A federal review panel recently released its report, but it will be the federal cabinet that will decide the project’s fate.

communities and with the agencies like DFO putting together plans that are offsetting.”

The proposed threeberth container terminal would be built on a manmade island adjacent to the existing Deltaport container terminal.

“We’re also really glad that they agreed with our assessment that the location of the project is the best possible option. It

shows the panel recognizes why it’s important to advance the project and, really important for us, it validated the precise location we chose based on the feedback we got from Fisheries and Oceans and other agencies over the years,” Wilson added.

The port authority has maintained T2 is needed to handle an expected increase in container shipments on Canada’s West

Coast.

“I think it’s really important to recognize that this project is more important than ever. We’re looking at managing Canada’s ability for trade and movement of goods like food, pharmaceuticals, medical and safety products and other things. It emphasizes the need to have our own container capacity here in Canada and not have to rely on U.S. ports, for

example. When we come out of the COVID crisis, given the significant toll it’s going to have on the economy, I think major infrastructure projects like Terminal 2 will also provide an economic stimulus which is going to be critical for the country during the recovery period,” Wilson said.

The Impact Assessment Agency of Canada, a division of Environment and Climate Change Canada, will review the report and attach potential conditions of approval.

Wilson said the agency works with proponents to find solutions to recommendations put forward.

The federal environment minister is to decide whether the project is still likely to have adverse environmental effects, taking mitigation into account, but it would be up to cabinet to decide whether those impacts are justified.

The post-panel phase was originally scheduled to take five months, but Wilson noted that due to the COVID-19 situation a final report won’t likely be released until September.

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‘This is the final nail in the coffin,’ APE says Opponents contend review panel’s damning report gives gov’t justification to defeat T2 proposal SANDOR GYARMATI

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The Delta group that has been fighting for years against port expansion at Roberts Bank is optimistic a proposed mega project will be rejected.

Against Port Expansion (APE) is hopeful the findings of a federal independent review panel on the Port of Vancouver’s Terminal 2 application will lead the government to rule against building a three-berth container terminal on a man-made island adjacent to the existing Deltaport facility.

“The panel has come out quite strongly in a number of instances.

Throughout the report they identify areas where RBT2 will cause significant adverse environmental effects with no assurance that these can be mitigated,” APE’s Roger Emsley told the Optimist.

“These include not only wetlands and wildlife impacts but also human health and negative effects to residents. There is ample evidence and justification for the federal

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Against Port Expansion is optimistic the federal cabinet will defeat a proposed three-berth container terminal at Roberts Bank after a review panel had a lengthy list of environmental concerns.

government to rule against RBT2. This is the final nail in the coffin.”

The panel’s report didn’t paint a rosy picture when it comes to the adverse residual and cumulative effects that would result from the proposal but, while also listing a series of recommendations, didn’t go so far as to say the project should not proceed.

Among the findings, the report notes there would be significant adverse and cumulative effects on wetlands and wetland functions at Roberts Bank.

In a news release APE also points out, “On biofilm, the panel destroys several of the port’s arguments. The port stated on a number of occasions that biofilm can be created. The panel said that is unproven and as a mitigation measure for biofilm it cannot be considered feasible.”

Other groups, including Birds Canada, are also saying T2 as currently planned will not be able avoid significant impacts on western sandpipers, barn owls and the millions of other birds using the

Fraser River delta.

“Birds Canada is of the view that the uncertainty surrounding impacts on western sandpiper is a perfect example of how little we know about the linkages needed to maintain the function of the Fraser River ecosystem,” a Birds Canada press release states.

Emsley noted while the panel report is wishy washy in a number of areas, it was also equally blunt in others, adding it details a number of areas where T2 would result in human health impacts.

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Listing other factors against the project, Emsley went on to say, “Given the current economic conditions, where the federal government is already shoveling money out the door to support the Canadian economy, plus the fact it is committed to build a $12-billion pipeline that it now owns, it makes no economic sense to spend another $3.5 to $4 billion on a new container terminal that is not needed.”

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contribution to scientific knowledge of the Roberts Bank ecosystem and many species of interest.

“Given our extensive work in the area of biofilm, the port authority is developing a manual in collaboration with global leaders in biofilm science that will identify and document best practices for developing biofilm habitat in the Fraser River estuary.

The manual will serve as a guide for the port authority when we build mudflat habitat to offset project effects, as well as for other marine developers and offsetting practitioners active in the Fraser River estuary,” the port states.

If the project is approved, the port authority says it will develop an offsetting plan that will not only maintain and enhance natural productivity of the Roberts Bank ecosystem, but will also have the potential to make a meaningful contribution to the future health and recovery of West Coast species, including chinook salmon and the endangered southern resident killer whale population.

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No one is willing to buck up for dredging

City of Delta reaching out to senior governments as secondary channels fill with sediment SANDOR GYARMATI

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Delta doesn’t seem to be getting anywhere as nobody wants to take on the responsibility.

That’s the gist of Delta council and staff on the response to correspondence received about the ongoing lack of a river dredging program, which could result in secondary channels and places like Ladner Harbour being silted up in the not so distant future.

Federal Fisheries and Oceans Minister Bernadette Jordon recently responded to a letter from Mayor George Harvie on the issue of local channel dredging, a letter endorsed by several local businesses, community groups and residents, requesting annual funding of $1.8 million to establish a maintenance dredging program for the most heavily used channels of the lower Fraser River.

Jordon’s only response was that the Canadian Coast Guard is no longer funded to provide maintenance dredging in commercial navigation channels and future management of the provision and maintenance of shipping channels would rest with the port or other interests.

standing issue.

Both the provincial and federal governments have indicated their support for such a program — the business case has been demonstrated — let us move forward to secure the necessary funding to support our businesses and communities along the river.”

Back in 2012, Delta entered into a joint $10-million funding program with the province, the port authority and the City of Richmond to dredge channels around Ladner and Steveston.

Work was FILE PHOTO completed in The City of Delta says it has taken four years for the natural sedimentation processes of the February 2015.

That project Fraser River to fill local channels to a point where more dredging is needed. was successCity hall notes the major and Vancouver Fraser edges this difficulty, but ful in removing hundreds of thousands of challenge in resolving the Port Authority, as well as does little to provide any cubic metres of sediment long-standing issue has between agencies such solutions or directions for that was impeding navigabeen a lack of responsias Transport Canada, moving forward on this bility for dredging local Fisheries and Oceans issue,” the staff response to tion and access through the three of the most heavchannels that has created Canada and provincial Jordon’s letter notes. ily used channels around jurisdictional challenges ministries.

In his correspondence between the federal and “The response from to Jordon, Harvie wrote, “It Ladner. Money was left provincial governments Minister Jordon acknowlis time to resolve this long- over for some additional

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work was done this year.

According to the city, a post-freshet survey taken a couple of years ago indicated the local channels around Ladner were, once again, experiencing significant sediment accumulation at key access points to harbours, marinas and float home communities.

Supported by the Local Channel Dredging Collaborative, which comprises representatives from Fisheries and Oceans Canada, the B.C. Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure, Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, the Fraser River Residential and Commercial Working Group and the Fraser River Industrial Association, the city has been saying governments need to provide long-term funding for dredging high priority local channels.

However, not much has happened, despite the city writing letters and meeting with provincial and federal officials.

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COVID-19 has captured and held the world’s attention.

Some folks have shared with me that they have found following the news stressful, and have limited their exposure to it. I think that is wise. The constant flow of bad news can be demoralizing and depressing.

A better alternative is tuning into some good news — not just any good news, but the ultimate good news. Last Sunday, Christians around the world celebrated Easter, the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

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ancient man who died and came back to life. The resurrection of Jesus was a gift for all humanity, a gift for you!

Through the resurrection of Jesus, God forgave the sin of the world, defeated death and prom-

ised eternal life to all who believe it.

That COVID-19 prevents Christians in this land from gathering in church through the seven Sundays of Easter season does not — nor can anything — diminish the power of God’s promise fulfilled through the resurrection of Christ.

Hear the words of St Paul: “For I am convinced that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor rulers, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.”

(Romans 8: 38-39) Trust in the Easter promise!

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The sedation is very simple, it is an oral medication taken an hour prior to your appointment. It is ideal for dental treatment because during the appointment our patients are able to communicate with us but do not remember most of their appointment after. All patients are monitored closely during the sedation and all precautions are followed to make this visit as comfortable as possible so you can feel confident in your appointment with us. This form of sedation can be used during any procedure, even during dental cleanings. Call our office to book a consult to discuss how we can make your dental care easy for you.

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It is a hard time for everyone.

the global impact of coronavirus (CoViD-19) is affecting travelers everywhere with canceled flights, route changes, and travel advisories. with coronavirus (CoViD-19) now declared a global pandemic, we cannot help but think of all those we know and care about around the world, including you, whom we have had the privilege to serve. we recognize that these are uncertain times, and want to make sure you know we are here to help.

We all have families and people we love. We all have bills to pay.

We all have our moments of courage and we all have our questions and fears. These are the times where the concept of community is more important than ever!

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We will get through this. We will get through this best, if we work together. Let’s come through as better, stronger, more caring and grateful human beings.

In the meantime, our heartfelt Thank You, to all Healthcare Workers and First Responders! Thank You to all our Essential Service People, including the Grocery and Retail Workers, keeping us all fed!

As Plumbers, we are also an essential service. People always need heat and water. If you find yourself in an emergency situation, regarding Plumbing or Heating, give our office a call. We can respond and we will take all precautions to be safe.

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How can I personally support Delta Hospital?

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Thank you for your support of Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation during these challenging and uncertain times. We live in an incredible community and so many of you have reached out about how you can help our hospital and staff in the weeks and months to come.

Are you still open during the COVID-19 crisis? What do I do if I need help with my hearing aids?

One very impactful way to keep supporting Delta Hospital is by joining our monthly giving club, The Helping Hearts Club.

By giving a small amount each month, you are making a big difference to Delta Hospital. Your donation will support the highest priority needs at the hospital which currently includes COVID-19. Our monthly giving program allows you to donate each month through your bank account or reoccurring charge on your credit card. You choose the amount that you can give comfortably. Monthly giving is tax deductible and you will receive an annual consolidated receipt.

As a Helping Hearts Club Member you will also receive: • Copy of DHCHF newsletter - Keeping the Beat • Copy of Annual report • Invitation to Annual General Meeting • Invitation to annual Donor Appreciation Event • Monthly e-newsletter Health&Heart Delta Hospital is the heart of the community and by joining the Helping Hearts Club you help to provide the best healthcare possible for our community today and for future generations.

To join the Helping Hearts Club, please visit our website: dhchfoundation.ca or contact Shari Barr, Annual Giving Manager at 604 940 9695 or shari.barr@dhfoundation.ca.

We’ve made some changes to help keep everyone safe, but we’re still here if you need us!

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• Urgent / Essential Care: At this time we are attempting to limit face-to-face meetings and appointments. However, should your hearing aid be broken or not functioning correctly, we will do our best to service it any way we can (ideally without person-to-person contact).

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We look forward to when it’s business-as-usual once again. Until then, stay safe and keep healthy!

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Trivia night fundraiser for guide dogs going virtual BC & Alberta Guide Dogs is taking its trivia night virtual to raise much-needed funds while maintaining physical distancing.

The Ladner-based nonprofit is hosting a Virtual Trivia Night on Saturday, April 25 at 6 p.m. Funds raised will help the organization continue to provide life-changing guide dogs, autism service dogs and PTSD service dogs to those in need.

Many charities are facing uncertainty as the COVID-19 pandemic causes disruption to critical fundraising opportunities, and that has been true for BC & Alberta Guide Dogs. Two in-person events and several other third-party events that

were scheduled for this spring have been postponed, leaving the organization to get creative with online revenue ideas.

“Our in-person trivia nights in Calgary and Delta are so much fun and are our most attended events in both provinces,” says Joni Wright, director of development and communications at BC & Alberta Guide Dogs. “We want to re-create this positive atmosphere for our supporters online.”

Tuning in to the Virtual Trivia Night is simple.

The live game link will be sent to a player’s email an hour before the game starts, so no app download is necessary, just click and play. Players will be joining from across the

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Tickets are $20 each and can be purchased online at www.bcandalbertaguidedogs.com. Make sure to sign up early to receive game tips and information prior to the event. Virtual Trivia Night is generously sponsored by Ledcor Group.

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Canada’s largest Muslim youth group has mobilized to help during the COVID19 pandemic.

Through the Neighbourhood Helper campaign, Muslim youth will be offering their services to help Canadians who need assistance with picking up groceries, filling prescriptions and providing overall moral support.

Those who require assistance are encouraged to call 1-855-HELP811 or sign up at www.helpingneighbours.com.

“It is crucial for Canadians to come together and support each other during these

difficult and uncertain times,” said Zubair Afzal, national president of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Youth Association in Canada.

“We have launched the Neighbourhood Helper campaign to help Canadians who need it most.

The campaign launched in late March in Toronto and is now running in Greater Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. The program will run indefinitely.

There are currently 200 volunteers from Ahmadiyya Muslim Youth Association (AMYA) volunteering and on standby to help those in need.

Here in Delta, Umair Khan, head missionary at the Baitur Rahman

Mosque on River Road, said so far 30 families have been helped in Greater Vancouver area as part of the program.

“As the headquarters of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community B.C. is here in Delta at the Baitur Rahman Mosque, we wanted to reach out to those in our own community who may need help to pick up or have groceries dropped off,” he said.

“Our youth are using this opportunity to put their faith into practice by fulfilling a fundamental principle of their faith which is the take care of neighbours. With the current pandemic this would be the ideal time to put our faith into practice.”

Doug Smith BA I CIM® Financial Advisor

If you feel that your current investment portfolio is not properly protecting your retirement income, please contact us for a complimentary second opinion.

Doug Smith is a Financial Advisor with Raymond James Ltd. The views of the author do not necessarily reflect those of Raymond James Ltd. No recommendation of any product or service would be made without a thorough review of an individual’s financial goals and risk tolerance.

Raymond James Ltd., member – Canadian Investor Protection Fund.

T: 604-654-6560 | C: 604-760-5211 doug.smith@raymondjames.ca www.raymondjames.ca/dougsmith QUESTION: Are you still open with this Covid virus going around and do you have any silver or gold for sale?

ANSWER:

Jim Richardson, owner Western Coin and Stamp

Yes, we are still open our regular hours and I hope we will not need to close.

We still have both physical gold and silver in stock.

Most stores and websites are completely sold out but we are still selling what we have.

We have Silver Maple Leaves (maximum 50 per client) and 100 ounce silver bars (maximum 3 per client ) available.

For larger orders we are booking them at a fixed price per ounce.

We require 20% down and delivery is in 8 – 10 weeks.

Many of our competition are requiring 100% payment with the same delivery times.

Gold we have a smaller stock but customers are still finding what they want.

Gold has set new record highs in March so may people are rushing to sell while others are rushing in to buy.

With the extra time we have, we are working on all the unpriced coins, banknotes and stamps that we were unable to do because we were so busy serving you.

This means that when this crisis is over there will be lots of new items for you to look at.

We are limiting a maximum of 2 customers at a time in the store.

Stay safe and we will see you soon.

Jim

Western Coin & Stamp 6960 No. 3 Road, Richmond, BC V6Y 2C5

604-278-3235

westerncns@telus.net • www.westerncoinsandstamps.net

Q: Spring is here and so are seasonal allergies – how can my pharmacist help me manage my symptoms?

Ans. Ah Spring; the flowers bloom, trees come back to life, grass growing

again and the sounds of sneezing and sniffling from those that suffer from seasonal allergies. Approximately 25% of Canadians suffer from some form of seasonal allergies with Spring being the most common season to suffer. The most common symptoms are itchy watery irritated eyes, itchy ears, runny nose, sneezing and post nasal drip. Management of your symptoms can include both non-drug and over-the-counter/prescription drug treatments. These may include avoidance of triggers, salt water nasal irrigation, HEPA air filters in the home and, if necessary, short courses of non-prescription antihistamines. There are other treatment options including prescription strength antihistamines & nasal sprays and, in the more serious cases, prescription desensitization protocols. Determining the difference between seasonal allergy symptoms and a potential Covid19 infection can be difficult; call me with questions in this regard.

Working with your Medicine Shoppe Pharmacist, we can design a plan to effectively manage your symptoms, so you can enjoy the season.

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

Windsor Woods, Tsawwassen #4 - 1363 56th Street Tel: (778) 434-3300 www.medicineshoppe.ca email: ms0367@store.medicineshoppe.ca

A26 The Delta Optimist April 16, 2020

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

4474 46B Street, Ladner $949,000

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!

HIGHEST ANNuAL RE/MAX AWARD

48 HOMES SOLD

CuSTOM BuILT HOME

last 6 months

October 1, 2019 - March 31, 2020

*****

400 HOMES SOLD last 5 years

6101 Brodie Road, Ladner $1,389,000

2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019

*****

OVER 2000 HOMES SOLD during our careers

The Chanceys Real Estate Team

*****

90% of HOMES SOLD have been in

Ladner & Tsawwassen

***** *Based on career sales for Bob Chancey PREC, Linda Chancey PREC

Lovely, 7 year young, 2,787 square foot home boasting 9 foot ceilings on the main floor, large living room with gas fireplace and built-ins. Formal dining room, gourmet kitchen with double oven, gas cooktop, built in microwave and wall mount pot filler faucet.

Eating area overlooking fully fenced back yard that includes a storage shed. upstairs the Master bedroom suite is the perfect haven after a hectic day - spacious and bright, beautiful spa-like ensuite and well designed walk in closet. 3 more bedrooms, 2 more baths and laundry room complete the upstairs. Close to parks, bus, Holly Elementary and recreation.

T S U J D D D L L L O O O S S S D L O S 55, 5900 Ferry Road $965,000

5423 Westminster Avenue $895,000

11, 6350 48A Avenue $619,000

5503 Swiftsure Bay $699,900

TOP 1% of Real Estate Teams first quarter of 2020 in Greater Vancouver Real Estate Board

D L O S

T S U J D L O S

D L O S

5323 Paton Drive $999,000

250 67th Street $1,279,000

5223 Regatta Way $589,000

April 16, 2020 The Delta Optimist A27

GET READY TO MOVIN IN END OF MAY

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

BRAND NEW HOMES AVAILABLE SOON ONLY ONE HOME LEFT AT THIS LOCATION MOVE IN THIS SuMMER! 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.

5634 52nd Avenue, Ladner $1,299,000

ST JUST U J D D L L O O S S D D L L O O S S 5215 Bentley Crescent $1,095,000

5638 52nd Avenue $1,299,900

5366 Chamberlayne Way $1,200,000

7510 Malton Drive $999,900

MORE OF OuR RECENT SALES

T S U J D L O S 5366 Chamberlayne Way $1,200,000

D L O S 5067 44B Ave $1,398,000

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

Won’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.

BOB Chancey

Personal Real Estate Corporation

604-946-8899

LINDA Chancey

Personal Real Estate Corporation

604-880-5552

Please take care and stay safe!

D L O S 18 Condo and Townhouse Sales

RE/MAX City Realty

A28 The Delta Optimist April 16, 2020

REIMER'S

REAL ESTATE FAMILY #1 IN SOUTH DELTA* SELLING FOR COMBINED

68 YEARS

SHARON

ROBIN

BROOKE

Unlicensed Assistant

FREE MARKET EVALUATION

604-868-2844 604-868-2827

MARKET STILL MOVING CALL TO GET UPDATED GUIDE LINES TO SHOWING AND SELLING YOUR HOME

604-868-2844

PRICE REDUCED BY $100,000

1523 FARRELL AVE, TSAW $1,700,000

Best new home in Beach Grove. High end custom built home on fabulous lot with sunny western exposure. Excellent open floor plan with 3 bdrms, media room, master on the main, outstanding great room with high end gourmet kitchen/pantry/bar and soaring 19 ft. ceilings bringing in beautiful natural light. The finishing and floor plan are second to none having a perfect design that takes full advantage of lot and location. This gorgeous custom designed west coast contemporary was built by Pinnacle Homes, one of Tsawwassen's finest builders. Great home at a great price. Call Robin 604-868-2844

PRICE REDUCED

Beautiful family home on a gorgeous lot in central Tsawwassen. Home features 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, hardwood floors and huge deck which overlooks a gorgeous yard with mature gardens and totally private. This home could easily be suited and has newer roof, furnace and hot water tank. Call for your your private showing. 604-868-2844

PRICE REDUCED BY $100,000

555 TRALEE CRES, TSAW $999,000

Updated 5 bdrm home in a fabulous location in Upper Tsawwassen. Beautiful private & sunny western exposed lot with over 12,000 sq ft. home features excellent floor plan, vaulted ceiling, new wood flooring, 4 levels, 3 full baths, large garage & separate hobby room. Unique home in great location.

Call for private showings 604-868-2844

PRICE REDUCED

5331 10A AVE, TSAW $1,018,000

604-868-2827

5327 UPLAND DRIVE, TSAW $999,000

2300 sq.ft. rancher on huge lot with beautiful views.

Excellent location in Tsaw. to build or renovate your dream home. 3 bedroom and den rancher with good floor plan on 12,583 sq.ft. lot. Bring your renovation ideas or great lot to build new.

Call 604-868-2844

$939,000

5823 16TH AVE, TSAW $939,000

LOWEST PRICED HOME IN BEACH GROVE. Great 3 bdrm and den on a fabulous 7,700 sq. ft. sunny private lot. Good floor plan with beautiful hard floors, good size bdrms and great central location.

Come and take a look at good home at a great price.

CALL 604-8868-2844

5337 1A AVE, TSAW $1,179,000

Location Location! This great 3 bedroom split level home is situated in Pebble Hill on a beautiful 9,246 sq.ft. lot in one of the best locations of Upper Tsawwassen. 1 block from Pebble Hill Traditional School, it's the perfect family home. Features a double garage, huge deck & patios, a separate 250 sq ft DETACHED building with workshop including heat & electricity. Huge sunny backyard on a Quiet, no through street. Call 604-868-2827

PRICE REDUCED

B203 1248 HUNTER RD, TSAW $599,000

Gorgeous 2 Bdrm Corner Unit with Southern Exposure.

Over $70,000 spent to totally update this Beautiful Condo.

Updates include High-End Stainless Steel Appliances, New Vinyl Flooring with Cork Underlay, New Quartz Counter Tops, and much more. Great Condo in a Great Central Location at a Great Price.

Call 604-868-2844

5310 SARATOGA DR, TSAW $959,000

PRICED TO SELL. 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom 2,031 sq. ft. home on a private 8,514 sq. ft.

Southern exposed lot. Great family or investment home close to all amenities.

Call 604-868-2844

5171 DENNISON DR, TSAW $1,999,000

Wow!! Best priced home in Tsawwassen. This custom built home is stunning, 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, huge great room, gorgeous master bedroom, outstanding covered deck areas and excellent floor plan. Fabulous location in upper Tsawwassen on large lot with R.V. parking and huge workshop or man cave. This home is 2 years old and has no GST. If you are looking for newer and gorgeous don't miss this home.

Call 604-868-2844

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

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

Seafair Realty - 1625 56th Street, Tsawwassen

robinreimer@telus.net

www.robinreimer.com

April 16, 2020 The Delta Optimist A29

PAUL KHARA REAL ESTATE GROUP

Paul Khara

paulkhara@gmail.com

604.816.4568

5260 FERRY ROAD

CENTRAL LOCATION IN DESIRABLE NEIGHBOURHOOD OF NEILSON GROVE. WALKING DISTANCE TO COVE LINKS GOLF COURSE, NATURE TRAILS, ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS, LADNER VILLAGE AND SHOPPING CENTRES. QUIET CUL-DE-SAC LOCATION WITH LOTS OF PRIVACY. 3 BED, 3 BATH HOME WITH LOTS OF UPDATES INCLUDING KITCHEN COUNTERS & CABINETS, S/S APPLIANCES, WOOD FLOORING WITH RADIANT IN-FLOOR HEAT, ALL 3 BATHROOMS UPDATED, AND A BRAND NEW ROOF! BRIGHT OPEN FLOOR PLAN WITH LOTS OF NATURAL LIGHT AND FUNCTIONAL LIVING SPACES. ENJOY FULLY FENCED BACKYARD, BACKING ON A TO A SERENE WATERWAY. THE PERFECT HOME IN LADNER'S MOST SOUGHT AFTER NEIGHBOURHOOD….BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENT TODAY!

$652,000

$399,900

5248 REGATTA WAY

LARGE 2 BED 2 BATH HOME IN LADNER'S SOUGHT AFTER COMMUNITY OF SOUTH POINTE. RARE UNIT WITH 2 CAR GARAGE PARKING, RELAXING SOLARIUM AND GAS FIREPLACE IN MAIN LIVING AREA WITH HIGH VAULTED CEILINGS. MORE PICTURES AND INFORMATION COMING SOON!

#206 15137 33 AVENUE - HARVARD GARDENS

WELCOME TO THE PRESCOTT COMMONS. BUILT BY AWARD WINNING DEVELOPER POLYGON, IN THEIR SOUGHT AFTER HARVARD GARDENS COMMUNITY. THIS BRIGHT OPEN CONCEPT 1 BED 1 BATH FEATURES 9FT. CEILINGS, ENGINEERED STONE COUNTERTOPS, LAMINATE FLOORING AND S/S APPLIANCES INCLUDING A GAS RANGE. FUNCTIONAL FLOOR-PLAN WITH TONS OF NATURAL LIGHT AND ENJOY THE VIEW FROM YOUR PRIVATE BALCONY. BONUS: RESIDENTS OBTAIN EXCLUSIVE MEMBERSHIP TO THE ROWING CLUB FEATURING 9,000 SQ.FT OF RESORT STYLE AMENITIES. INCLUDING FITNESS CENTRE, BASKETBALL COURT, OUTDOOR POOL/HOT TUB, THEATRE ROOM AND MORE! CENTRAL LOCATION WITH QUICK HWY ACCESS AND CLOSE TO SHOPPING, RESTAURANTS AND RECREATION. BOOK YOUR PRIVATE SHOWING TODAY.

$489,900

$699,900

LD O S

TO BE BUILT, BY EXPERIENCED BUILDER WITH 2-5-10 YEARS NEW HOME WARRANTY. WELL PLANNED 3 LEVEL HOME WITH DETACHED COACH HOUSE AT REAR, ABOVE DOUBLE CAR GARAGE. CONVENIENT CENTRAL LADNER LOCATION WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE TO SHOPS, RESTAURANTS, SCHOOLS AND TRANSIT. CALL PAUL FOR HOUSE FLOOR PLAN AND DETAILS.

ckhara94@gmail.com

Sutton Group - Seafair Realty

$829,900

COACH HOUSE PRE-SALE

Calvin Khara

www.paulkhara.com

5503 SWIFTSURE BAY

2 BDRM PENTHOUSE

ONE OF THE LARGER RANCHER FLOOR PLANS, IN THIS POPULAR "SOUTH POINTE" ADULT ORIENTED (55+) COMPLEX, OFFERING 1550 SQ. FT. OF SPACIOUS LIVING SPACE, ON SUNNY 5426 SQ. FT. PRIVATE CUL DE SAC LOT, BACKING ONTO PEACEFUL WATERWAY. THIS SPACIOUS HOME FEATURES 2 LARGE BEDROOMS, 2 FULL BATHS, SUNNY KITCHEN WITH EATING AREA THAT OPENS OUT TO A LARGE SUN DRENCHED SUNDECK, FORMAL LIVING ROOM AND DINING ROOM AND MORE. BONUS: COZY FAMILY ROOM WITH GAS FIREPLACE OVERLOOKING PRIVATE YARD AND WATERWAY. COMES COMPLETE WITH DOUBLE 2 CAR GARAGE.

FABULOUS OPPORTUNITY TO OWN A 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH TOP FLOOR CORNER UNIT IN A CENTRAL LOCATION AT AN UNBEATABLE PRICE! BRIGHT AND SPACIOUS. THIS EFFICIENT FLOOR PLAN HAS 9 FT. CEILINGS, COZY GAS FIREPLACE, OAK FLOORING AND GENEROUS MASTER WITH ENSUITE. THE LARGE LIVING/DINING AREA CAN ACCOMMODATE HOUSE SIZED FURNITURE AND THE PRIVATE BALCONY, SURROUNDED BY TREES, IS IDEA FOR BARBECUING OR RELAXING WITH A MORNING COFFEE. THIS METICULOUSLY CARED FOR HOME HAS INSUITE LAUNDRY (AN ACTUAL LAUNDRY ROOM), SECURE UNDERGROUND PARKING AND A STORAGE LOCKER. THE BUILDING IS WELL MAINTAINED, HAS A GUEST SUITE AND ALLOWS PETS. CENTRALLY LOCATED NEAR TRANSIT, SCHOOLS AND SHOPS.

Live Work And Play Expansive views of the mountains, the Fraser River and the Gulf Islands from many parts of this 5 year old home. Designed and specifically built for this Water Lot and hassle free life on the water. With over 300 sq ft of deck space, a very long list of hand-picked special features and amenities, open concept living area with superb kitchen. Add radiant heat, moorage for up to 32 ft boat beside the home and located in the famed Canoe Pass Floating Village. Wild life at your doorstep, great country walks, and easy boat access to Gulf Islands.

Leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind.

#40-3459 W River Road ~ Offered at $1,095,000

Peter Motzek

Building Dreams.

One Client At A Time

604-812-5250 pmotzek@dccnet.com www.petermotzek.com

Sutton Seafair Realty

#100 - 5000 Bridge Street, Delta

Vancouver Finest 1-Bedroom This second floor unit in Marie Court will peak your interest.

Freshly updated and ready to move in, this lovely one bedroom unit has gleaming hardwood floors, new kitchen and bathroom, new mouldings and paint. Situated in a well run building with newer roof, vinyl windows and boiler. Located close to everything but on a quiet street and priced to sell. No rentals.

#104-1075 West 13th Avenue ~ Offered at $499,000

Ladner's Best Age Restricted Community Welcome to South Pointe, Ladner's only age restricted (over 55) gated community. Move right in to this delightful home. Bright and spacious layout will please all who come.With over 1300 sq. ft. of living, 2 bedroom 2 bath and a bonus den with french doors leading out to a lovely private deck overlooking the gardens and green space, updated kitchen and appliances, newer ensuite, clean as a whistle, south exposed yard and backing onto a waterway. A retirement dream come true!

5210 Schooner Gate ~ Offered at $696,000

A30 The Delta Optimist April 16, 2020

2019: TOP 10% OF GREATER VANCOUVER REALTORS®

Barry Chreptyk 604.946.1255

!

BarryChreptyk.com

Seafair Realttty

SERVING ALL YOUR REAL ESTATE NEEDS SINCE 1984

“LADNER”

Trisha • SUCCESSFULLY SELLING SOUTH DELTA REAL ESTATE •

NEW LISTING

NEW LISTING

231 MORNINGSIDE DR $938,000 NEW LISTING

4986 8A AVENUE $1,295,000 NEW LISTING

“FENTON DRIVE!” Ladner’s most sought after locations! A car collector’s dream... covered parking for 7 vehicles & a detached 1100 sq.ft. garage complete with office & a 3 pce bathroom...room for a hoist too! The house is almost 3500 sq.ft. of luxury & convenience and meticulously maintained by the original owners.

All this on an 11,000 sq.ft. lot!

1397 DUNCAN DRIVE $1,049,000 NEW LISTING

46 67 STREET $1,195,000 NEW LISTING

A GREAT BUY @ $1,499,900 Sutton Group Seafair Realty #100-5000 Bridge Street, Ladner, BC V4K 2K4 An independent Member Broker 604.946.1255 ! BarryChreptyk.com ! barryrc@uniserve.com

105-1706 56 STREET $638,000

104-1708 55A STREET $545,000

1026 PACIFIC PL $2,988,000

532 TSAWWASSEN BEACH RD $4,800,000

Seafair Realty

choose a

hometown expert.

NEW PRICE

778.839.8947

Stay Safe! Stay Home! Thank you to all the frontline workers!

4551 47 Street • $1,049,000

NEW LISTING

Beautifully renovated 2364 sq ft 4 bedroom 2 bathroom home situated on a huge well maintained 10,096 square foot mature lot. Home has been professionally updated throughout and is complete with brand new open concept kitchen. Updates include: custom kitchen cabinets, caesarstone counters, stainless steel appliances, hot water tank, washer/ dryer, renovated bathrooms, updated flooring, new fence, new front windows, 9 year old roof with 50 year warranty, the list goes on. Perfect for families and entertaining with a large sundrenched balcony up, private patio down & spacious backyard. Lower level complete with 2nd kitchen, family room, 1 bedroom, full bath, separate laundry & separate entrance, as well as an extra rec room. Conveniently located close to schools and shops on quiet cul de sac!!

607-1350 VIEW CR $678,000

5117 LINDEN DRIVE $955,000

NEW PRICE

3560 40 Street • $2,249,000

2 ACRES

Stunning 2 acre estate! This 4 bed, games room & 3 bath home is situated on a private street. Main floor offers a great room, family room, den & mudroom with hardwood floors throughout. Custom kitchen features large island, 2 pull-out pantries, gas stove and wall oven & bright eating area leading out to covered patio.The oversized master with walk in closet has a newly renovated ensuite with separate tub, walk in shower with seamless shower door, porcelain tiles and vanity with double sinks. Large games room is an added bonus with ample space to meet your needs. Spend your days enjoying the nicely maintained property, while taking in the views of pristine farmland, flower and vegetable gardens, and a large patio space for entertaining. Rare opportunity to own a small acreage in Ladner!

Tsawwassen ~ Just Sold!

201-5011 SPRINGS BLVD $458,000

306-1172 55 ST $535,000

Trisha Murphy 604.312.7621 Sold@TrishaMurphy.ca Dynamic Marketing Expert Contract Knowledge Experienced Negotiating Skills

2

28-4748 54A Street 2018

4716 48B Street

10620 Anglesea Drive

Awarded to the top 10% of Realtors in Greater Vancouver based on total sales.

2018

MASTERS AWARD

Sutton Group - Seafair Realty 1625 56th Street, Tsawwassen, BC 2018

2018

WWW.DELTAOPENHOUSE.CA

April 16, 2020 The Delta Optimist A31

TAMMY MATSON 778.938.5599

Jennifer McIver 778-788-5078

Leanne Lionello 604-209-5294

je nn if er @ j e n n i f e r m c i v e r. c o m | w w w. j e n n i f e r a n d l e a n n e . c o m | l e a n n e @ l e a n n el i o n e l lo .c o m

www.tammymatson.com

sold@tammymatson.com

Thank you to everyone who is working to keep things going in these trying times

108 1150 54A Street, Tsawwassen • $499,900

NEW PRICE!!!

LEXINGTON - spacious 2 bed 2 full bath 1358 sq ft condo with private WEST patio!!! Great layout offering LARGE dining & living rooms to fit your ‘house sized’ furniture. Kitchen offers loads of cabinet space & ‘pass through’ to dining room. Master bedroom fits king sized bed, has full ensuite & walk through closets.

Large 2nd bedroom has its own full bath. Loads of storage in laundry room PLUS storage locker. Well run complex with amenities room with beautiful patio area, secure underground parking & workshop. QUIET location & walk to everything! CALL ME for more info.

SOLD!!!

SOLD!!!

SOLD!!!

1482 View Cres, Tsaw 1429 Farrell Ave, Tsaw 5470 Wallace Ave, Tsaw

JUST SOLD!!!

Listed by Sutton Westcoast

932 51 Street, Tsaw

BRIGHT, SUNNY & AFFORDABLE IN COAST AT TSAWWASSEN SHORES! ENJOY THE 100 SQ FT SOUTH DECK, FULLY EQUIPPED GYM & LOUNGE WALK OR CYCLE ON OCEAN BOARDWALK OR SHOP JUST STEPS AWAY 1 BED | 1 BATH | 508 SQ FT | 1 PARKING | 225 CU FT STORAGE

JUST SOLD!!!

SOLD!!!

219 15300 17 Ave, S Sry

New Listing: 206 - 4690 Hawk Lane $378,800

316 15300 17 Ave, S Sry

THINKING ABOUT ANY FUTURE REAL ESTATE NEEDS? Please give me a call to discuss your options.

No obligation & no rush :)

5072 Cedar Springs Drive $1,588,000

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

JOHN NIELSEN A NAME YOU U CAN COUNT ON! SINCE 1988....

LUXURY RESORT HOME ON TSAWWASSEN SPRINGS GOLF COURSE SPECTACULAR SOUTHEAST VIEWS OFFERING INDOOR/OUTDOOR RESORT LIVING AT ITS BEST! 3 BED + DEN l 3.5 BATHS l 2,197 SQ.FT.

604.250.8216 CALL FOR A FREE MARKET EVALUATION

BEACH GROVE WATERFRONT PARADISE! 1420 BEACH GROVE ROAD JUST LISTED!

$2,149,000

MLS R2444242 360º TOUR NEW W PRICE

$5,950,000

MLS R2427676 AMAZING FUTURE POTENTIAL 2957 53RD STREET

Almost square 17.34 acre parcel with 823 ft. of road frontage features an English style country home, 10 stall barn, hay field and generous pasture area which has been an established equestrian facility for decades. The property offers an ideal central location just 5 minutes to Tsawwassen or Ladner, Tsawwassen Mills Mall, BC Ferries, DeltaPort Way, TFN Industrial Park, transportation and more. This parcel is close to BC Railway in an area of transitional properties with amazing future potential. Call anytime for more information.

Panoramic beachfront & Mt. Baker views are featured here from most every room in this immaculate one owner residence enjoying prime location on Beach Grove Road. This stunning property offers a long list of all quality updates including over $150,000 in state of the art perimeter drainage. The interior offers tasteful renovations to kitchen, laundry, master ensuite, flooring, pain and more. If you've had enough of the beach for the day relax in the private sunny courtyard area which leads indoor pool and hot tub area...perfect for entertaining.

There is ample parking, a detached over height double garage and room for an RV or boat if required.

JUST LISTED!

RE/MAX PROGROUP REALTY l 5360 12 AVENUE, DELTA, B.C. V4M 2B3 OFFICE: 604.943.8080 l EACH OFFICE INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED

5215 FERRY ROAD Neilsen Grove, Ladner • $1,199,000 F F IC ED O H C DETA

$1,069,000

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MLS S R2445677 360º TOUR THE HISTORIC WELLBURN HOUSE 4631 46A STREET

Built in 1909 this beautifully restored heritage home with 2 story shop out back on 10,000 + sq. ft. lot is truly AMAZING! If you are a woodworker, fabricator or a car guy...this is the shop for you! Current owner has updated the roof, gutters, hot water heat, custom Nickel kitchen cabinets, tank less hot water on demand and one year old porch and railings. Enjoy the preservation of the old days melded with modern convenience still keeping the heritage theme has been very well done!

Located in the desired Port Guichon area close to all amenities.

EXPERIENCE • KNOWLEDGE • PROFESSIONALISM www.westcoastfarmsteads.com info@johnnielsen.ca Re/Max Real Estate Services #110-3540 West 41st Ave, Vancouver V6N 3E6

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KENDALL AYRES REAL ESTATE

604.250.6981 Sutton Group - Seafair Realty 100-5000 Bridge Street, Delta, BC

A nature-lover’s paradise! This rare 18,536 sqft property is ready for the right new owners. Steps to Ladner marsh, this park-like property offers a beautifully diverse, layered landscape that attracts many birds and continuously evolves all year round. Amidst meandering low-maintenance gardens, sits a lovely and energy efficient 3 bed/2 bath rancher, a detached home office/studio, shop and a cabin. Centrally located within walking distance to all that the historic Ladner Village has to offer, including shops, restaurants, the marina, walking and biking trails, kayaking, canoeing and golfing. This full of life property presents Gulf Island ambience, while being close to all that Vancouver offers.

Virtual tour: https://vimeo.com/382235282.

INFO@KENDALLAYRES.COM KENDALLAYRES.COM

A32 The Delta Optimist April 16, 2020

5385 Galleon Place, Ladner $1,088,000

Spacious 3 bedroom and 2 bath rancher on a quiet cup de sac. Private and maturely landscaped yard. Separate powered shop. Well maintained.

Desirable street and neighborhood. Freshly painted and updated on demand HW system.

5120 Cliff Drive, Tsawwassen $1,249,000

LIVE, RENT, RENOVATE OR BUILD! Your golden opportunity to live on one of Tsawwassen’s Premier Streets. A 2433 sq. �. back-split home on an huge, south-exposed and private lot totaling 13,531 square feet. Your money couldn’t buy more!

#313-1363 56th Street, Tsawwassen 4977 Linden Drive, Ladner $1,785,000 $409,000 SHOW-STOPPER! Young home of matchless construc�on,

4245 41B Street, Ladner $6,800,000

20 acre Blueberry Farm. Detached Shop and Heritage Barn. 2 residences plus coach home.

2429 SF 4 bedroom Country Home. 2980 SF 4 bedroom Cra�sman Home.

2 level execu�ve home, situated on a private southern exposed lot backing onto Point Roberts. 4 bedrooms & 2.5 bathrooms. Well maintained with updates including roof, windows, HE Furnace, kitchen and SS appliances. Ready to move in!

#201 - 1369 56th Street, Tsaw $427,000

#302-1153 54A Street, Tsawwassen $485,000

Stanway at Windsor Woods. 2 bedroom 1 bathroom. Secure parking and storage. Private western lagoon outlook. Prime Central Loca�on.

appearance & detail. 3935 sq. �. with 4 bedrooms plus a completely independent 1 bedroom suite. 10’ ceilings on the main with vaults to 14’. A bright, livable & prac�cal floorplan for today’s ac�ve family. A magnificent large, private & sunny backyard. This home is one-of-a kind…Elegance, Atmosphere, Comfort!

Resort Living in a fabulous 2 bedroom apartment in Windsor Woods. Renovated & ready for occupancy. Sunny southern exposure.

Pet friendly, excellent loca�on, locker & parking.

#305-4745 54A Street, Ladner $524,900

310 Tsawwassen Beach Rd, Tsaw $2,750,000

4649 Kensington Place, Ladner $1,149,000

PENTHOUSE. Adlington Court. Bright & spacious 2-bedroom, 2- bathroom, over 1000 sq. �., impressive vaulted ceilings, long list of improvements including a complete kitchen make-over. Parking, Locker, gas fireplace & covered deck.

Live in, hold, or build in the future. One level living, huge deck & glass railing overlooking your beach access. Lot size is approximately 75’ x 185’ with a total of 13,251 SF.

5580 Wallace Avenue, Tsawwassen $1,098,000

FAMILY SIZED-QUIET AREA! Custom built, spacious family home in desirable Holly Park. 4-5 bedrooms, family room, den, double car garage. Cul-de-sac loca�on. Sunny back yard, fully fenced. Long list of recent updates including metal roof, windows, flooring, appliances & more.

PENTHOUSE at HERON PLACE - 2 bdrms - 2 bath.

Top floor with vaulted ceilings in the living room. Extremely private with unique southern exposure. Outside deck. 1 parking 1 locker.

4651 54A Street, Ladner $1,698,000

Brand new, 7 bedroom, 6 bathroom home with room for extended family. Over 3,496 sq � of living space on a 6888 sq � lot, West facing yard, 2x6 construc�on, hardi plank siding, 9� ceilings, 6 zone radiant heat, high end finishings and much more.

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#306-1369 56th Street, Tsaw $439,000

Windsor Woods - 1,040 SF – 2 bdrms – 2 bath. Corner unit Sub penthouse. Updated - flooring, paint, kitchen & fixtures. Central loca�on. Secure parking & storage.

4413 Maple Lane, Ladner $939,900

4744 48B Street, Ladner $465,000

Fantas�c west Ladner 2 level with 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. Private west exposed yard. Plenty of parking space with access to rear yard. Updated kitchen, SS appliances, vinyl windows, HE furnace and more!

1,130 SF, 2 bdrm townhome.

FAIREHARBOUR. Completely updated. End unit. Convenient, private, quiet & renovated.

Low maintenance living & pet friendly.

#207-4955 River Road, Ladner $499,000

4816 44B Avenue, Ladner $1,079,000

5222 Lynn Place, Ladner $1,299,000

4633 Arthur Drive, Ladner $1,598,000

1,042 SF – 1 brdm + den – 1 bath.

SHOREWALK. Views. Floor plan perfect for 1 or 2people. Hot water & gas in the maintenance fees. Secure parking & locker. Pets welcome.

SOLD 5389 Wellburn Drive, Ladner $1,349,000

IS QUALITY IMPORTANT? Enjoy this outstanding 4 bedroom/4 bathroom home in the ‘Victory South’ subdivision. 12 years young with an ideal floorplan for family living. First �me ever offered. Quality & comfort with li�le upkeep.

Extensively updated and well maintained 2 level basement home situated on a prime 7470 SF southern exposed lot. Ongoing updates including roof, furnace, windows, gourmet kitchen and appliances, bathrooms and more.

Huge oversized entertainers deck. Original HW floors! Larger and unique plan with room for up to 5 bedrooms. Ideal for larger family.

SOLD #403-1330 Hunter Road, Tsaw

SOLD A210-4811 53rd, Ladner

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Fantas�c and professionally appointed custom designed 5 bedroom execu�ve family home. Loaded with features-AC, heat pump and ON demand HW, 2 x 6 construc�on, IG sprinkers, 4 bathrooms, large gourmet kitchen with open great room floorplan, sunny private yard with covered pa�o. Desirable West Ladner loca�on.

IMPRESSIVE! A dis�nguished residence on a sprawling estate. An outstanding renova�on both inside & out. 3,000 sq. �. Cra�sman home with 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, over-sized detached double car garage, 10-person hot tub on a 20,000 sq. �. lot. More than a home…a lifestyle!

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OBITUARIES

HENDRIKSEN, Mona Panduro August 11, 1946 - March 29, 2020

In memory of Gladys Roberts. (nee Elmore)

Born in Kettering, Northants, England, May 16th, 1940.

Died at Delta Hospital, B.C. Canada, April 19th, 2003.

She is missed dearly by her family and friends in Canada and England.

May she walk with God forever.

OBITUARIES

JONES, James (Jim) May 2, 1954 – March 17, 2020 It is with great sadness, my beloved husband, best friend and the love of my life, passed away after a battle adjusting to a double lung transplant. He ultimately suffered from multiorgan failure. Jim leaves behind his wife of 25 years, “Chris. He will be remembered by his daughters Charlene (Jaret) and Chelsea (Ryan); his sisters Pat, Susan (Doug); brothers Tom, (Angela) and Bill (Carol) and his four grandchildren, and great friends. Jim was a very talented carpenter by trade. Everything he touched turned to “gold”. His love for music was always at Jim’s fingertips and he had an amazing singing voice.

Jim’s wife, Chris, would like to extend a special thank-you to the “Care Team” and “Nursing Staff” on ward 12 B/C at VGH, Blackmore Pavillion in caring for my beloved husband.

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MALONEY, Sean Barry Lee September 23, 1960 - April 6, 2020 It is with broken hearts that we announce the unexpected death of Sean Maloney on April 6, 2020.

He is predeceased by his parents Jackie and Norah and his brother-in-law Tom Wray. Left to mourn are his sisters and brothers and their children; Eileen Wray, Olivia (Cleave), Kellie (Ray) and his beloved great nephew Shane, Jennifer (Gardo), Michael (Nicole) and Jessica; Tara Sudbury (Rick) Rachel, Connor, and Declan with whom he lived and built a beautiful life; Maurice Maloney (Gail) Shamus, Ryan (Jessica) and little Jackson; Christopher Maloney (Sue) Ciera (Kevin) and great nephew and niece Declan and Kensington who brought him joy in his final days; Alanna Sarafis, Keaton and Eilisha (Brand), as well as family friends, and many cousins here and in Ireland.

A son, a brother, an uncle and a friend, whose journey through life, while fraught with the trials of a mental illness, was also paved with the deep love of family and Sean’s unique ability to find joy in everything he did. Originally from Vancouver, in 1989 Sean carved out a wonderful life in Ladner.

Sean loved music and all sports, especially hockey and savoured his legendary burgers. He enjoyed his daily walks into Ladner Village greeting many merchants and stopping to chat with the locals outside of Safeway and Starbucks, and resting to savour the moment on his favourite benches.

In lieu of flowers, please sign your organ donor card.

God looked around His garden And found an empty space: He then looked down upon this earth And saw your tired face.

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He knew that you were suffering, He knew that you were in pain; He knew you might never Get well upon this earth again.

He saw the road was getting rough And the hills were hard to climb; So He closed your weary eyelids And whispered, “Peace be thine.”

It broke our hearts to lose you, But you never went alone; For part of us went with you The day God called you home.

A Funeral Mass and Interment will take place at a later date.

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Mona was born in 1946 in Vedbaek, Denmark to Eva and Christian Eiberg, she would marry her long-time love Claus Hendriksen in 1967 who survives her today. Together, they ventured across the Atlantic to Canada, migrating west to make BC their home for the past 53 years. Mona began a career as lab technician at VGH, she was an avid and talented Porcelain painter, an amazing seamstress and her creative brilliance could turn any stone soup into a gourmet meal. Mona is survived by her daughters Michelle, Lisa and Trine, and grandchildren; Griffin, Kai, London, Winter, Noah, and MacKenzie. Mona and family want to thank the tremendous support and kindness of the nurses and doctors at Ladner Delta Hospital, South Delta Palliative Care and BC Cancer Care Centers in both Surrey and Vancouver. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Memory of Mona to Ovarian Cancer Canada. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

He put His arms around you And lifted you to rest; God’s garden must be beautiful, He only takes the best.

Sean was a kind and generous soul who lived a life of faith, finding joy in all God’s gifts.

May he rest in peace, in the arms of our Lord.

In lieu of flowers, and to help fight the stigma of mental illness, please consider a donation to the Canadian Mental Health Association, Vancouver Fraser Branch which also serves Delta. https://vancouver-fraser.cmha.bc.ca

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mona Panduro Hendriksen; Mona passed peacefully in her home March 29, 2020 after a hard fought battle with ovarian cancer. Her easy going charm and humor endeared her to all.

Her generosity, kindness and humble nature was infectious. Mona was the light of every room and the flowers in the garden.

READ, Eileen Sheila (Sheila) May 5, 1942 - March 26, 2020 It is with great sadness to share with you, that my wife Sheila passed away. She was preceded by our son Steve and will be greatly missed by her loving family; husband Ron, son David, daughter in law Tania, 3 grandchildren; Holly, Johnathan and Christopher, sister Joan and brother in law Ernie.

She will be deeply missed.

SCHMIDT, Ramila (Mimi) September 16, 1939 − April 10, 2020 Ramila "Mimi" Schmidt (née Turbide), passed away peacefully in her sleep in her 80th year on Friday, April 10, 2020, at Kin Village, Tsawwassen, BC. Born in Macamic, Quebec, on September 16, 1939, to Albertine "Berthe" and Mathieu Turbide, she spent her early years in Kirkland Lake, Ontario, the second youngest in a family of eleven.

She left northern Ontario to become a teacher, which brought her first to Ottawa and then to Montreal, where she met and married Rainer Schmidt. She spent the largest part of her teaching career in British Columbia, teaching French at several schools in the lower mainland. Over the course of a career that spanned three provinces and fifty−five years, she was loved and respected by countless students and staff members.

She and Rainer spent the latter years of their long marriage traveling Canada and the world, visiting friends and relatives. Grandmaman’s homemade tourtiere, pickles, jam, and German cheesecake will always be remembered by her family.

She is survived by her husband, Rainer; daughter, Jennifer Fitzgerald (John); sons, Eric (Janet Lyons) and Marc (Nancy Hudson); and her beloved grandchildren, Meghan, Caitlin, Adam, Maya, Vinnie, and Dekker. Mimi’s happy and outgoing nature will be dearly missed.

A celebration of life will be held at a future date when family and friends can join together to remember a wonderful, energetic, and loving person, who will forever live in our hearts.

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Norm grew up in Castlegar, and kept in touch with many friends from those times. A gift for all things mechanical led him to choose mechanical engineering as a profession. After two years of study, he took time out to work on the construction of a pulp mill in his home town. He then returned to UBC where he received a BASc and MASc in Mechanical Engineering. He met Laurel Page, his love and partner, a student in home economics. They wed in 1964.

Norm’s company, N.A. Johnson Ltd., was a one person office in 1966. He quickly decided that as an inventive engineer, holding several patents for equipment used in high-lead and helicopter logging, that manufacturing was his bent. Also as an astute business-man, he expanded his company profile by forming Johnson Industries, Ltd. He began manufacturing braking equipment, and purchased a company in England adding electrical brakes to his product line. Some of the more prestigious projects Norm was directly involved in include the NASA Kennedy space center, Cirque du Soleil stage in Las Vegas, US Navy nuclear submarines, Google Energy Kite, Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant Sarcophagus, and many steel mills, mines and ports, throughout the world.

Norm did not neglect service to his profession. He served as a member of the Council of Professional Engineers for many years and became president in 1979. The Canadian Council elected him national president in 1985. He was also very active in the Calling of an Engineer, a rite of passage for all graduating engineers. As Master of Ceremonies, he delivered the main address to the students culminating in the presentation of the iron ring, a symbol of the engineer’s obligation to serve society.

His speeches were colorful, and controversial and brought many students to his door searching for a mentor. One student remarked “if you get a job with Norm, it’s like earning an MBA”.

He loved the outdoors, and is the subject of many tall tales of successful, and eventful hunting adventures. Every year, right to his last days, Norm applied for Limited Entry draws, enlisted family and friends to travel all over BC in pursuit of game, spectacular scenery, and camaraderie.

Norm was a rare personality: funny, annoying, amusing, eccentric, bombastic, loving, a little subversive, smart and honorable. He was a very good person. He will be profoundly missed by his wife, Laurel, his two sons, Lawrence (Heather, who predeceased him) and grandchildren Devin and Briana; and Derek (Christine), grandchildren Brandon and Andrew.

A Celebration of Life will follow when the virus is defeated. The family asks that you send no flowers please but instead give to the food bank or hospital closest to you.

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JONES, Kathleen Margaret (Kae) October 1, 1920 - April 4, 2020 Our mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed away on the evening of the full moon. She is predeceased by her loving husband William Lloyd Jones, parents Neil and Margaret Birss, siblings Sheldon, Elwood, Heather and Ted, grandson Kevin Cagna and son-in-law Don Varhaug. She is survived by her children Owen (Wendy), Brenda, D’Arcy (Linda), Peggy (Larry), Neil (Marlene), Julie (Don), and Todd (Connie), 15 grandchildren and 21 great- grandchildren.

Kae was born in the Gartmore District on the family farm in Dauphin, Manitoba where she lived in the 1920’s - 1940’s with many happy memories. She attended nursing school in Portage La Prairie from 1941 - 1944 receiving the Dr. P. Armstrong Gold Medal in Surgery. After graduation she became a 1st Lieutenant with the Royal Canadian Medical Core at Fort Osborne Deer Lodge Veterans Hospital in Winnipeg. This is where she met the love of her life for 72 years, “Bill Jones”. At the end of the War she went to the University of Toronto completing her post graduate studies in nursing, graduating in 1946.

Kae and Bill lived in Brandon, Moose Jaw, Regina, and Winnipeg and moved their family to Tsawwassen, B.C. in 1967.

Kae supported Dad in his work and many organizations. Sports was a big part of Mom’s life and was a true fan of the Saskatchewan Roughriders and Toronto Maple Leaf’s. She curled with the Senior Ladies and was part of the team achieving an 8-ender, which was a real thrill for her.

She also bowled, sewed and was an amazing knitter.

It gives her family great comfort knowing she has joined our Dad on the other side of the moon.

Thank you Mom. The Family would like to thank Doctor Long, and all the staff at Mountain View Manor for Mom’s care over the years. You are all very special Angels. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Delta Hospital Foundation in Memory of Kathleen Jones, would be greatly appreciated.

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

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Phyllis Marland at the Suncrest Retirement Community in South Surrey. She is predeceased (2019) by her husband of 70 years, Sam, and survived by her loving son Mike (Gill).

Phyllis was born in Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, U.K. and immigrated to Canada in 1958. She was a long-time resident of Ladner until 2018 when she moved into the Suncrest Retirement Community.

At her request, there will be no funeral. Cremation arrangements by Delta Funeral Home.

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LAWN & GARDEN

HOME SERVICES

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BUILDING CONTRACTORS We do all types of renovation at the best price!

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Lawn Cutting Trimming & Pruning Yard Cleanup & Pressure Washing We handle Japanese Beetle Residential & Strata

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April 16, 2020 The Delta Optimist A39 HOME SERVICES PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

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A40 The Delta Optimist April 16, 2020

Make your mark on history.

F

or the past century, the Delta Optimist and our community have enjoyed a fruitful partnership that has celebrated everything from women’s rights, to a post-war baby boom, to the Delta Heat girls softball team’s perfect run at the US National Championships. We also have stood shoulder to shoulder in the face of natural disasters, great depressions and several global conflicts.

Today, we face an adversary unseen in modern times; a global pandemic.

Still, the Optimist strives to keep our neighbours informed and safe. We will continue to stand with you, hand in hand, while we navigate these uncharted waters.

Unfortunately, many of our community partners have been forced to close their doors until this storm has passed. With that, our financial support to maintain local journalism has drastically decreased.

In this time of uncertainty, we are reaching out to those of you who find value in local, community news to make you this offer;

All individual readers who contribute to the ongoing legacy of community news in South Delta will be honoured with their names published on the front page of The Optimist on May 7th. Your contribution, however large or small, will enable us to continue delivering reliable and credible news to you – our friends, our family and our neighbours. This newspaper will become a permanent record of our community standing together, as we always have.

Contributions may be made at support.delta-optimist.com, or if you prefer not to donate online, you may call 604-946-4451, or mail a cheque to 5008 47A Avenue, Ladner, BC, V4K 1T8.

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