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About 40 Lower Mainland residents, who own property in Point Roberts, held a rally at the border on Sunday afternoon to express their frustration of not being able to access their homes.

The U.S./Canada border has been closed to non-essential travel since March and border restrictions have been extended through to at least Sept. 21.

Canadian residents entering the U.S. without COVID19 symptoms are currently required to quarantine for 14 days once they return.

Point Roberts can only be accessed by crossing a vehicle through Canada, flying in on a small plane or by private boat.

The owners want to see car visits to their homes declared essential.

“I just want to go my property. Check for rodents, check for leaks, electrical and all that stuff,” said Rob Espenhain, a Ladner resident and one of the rally organizers. “It doesn’t make sense that they will allow you to fly to Seattle, drive to Bellingham then fly by small

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Point Roberts property owners held a rally at the border on Sunday afternoon to express their frustration of maintenance trips to their homes not being considered essential travel during the current Canada/U.S. border closure. plane to Point Roberts, but you can’t drive across. It’s an extreme higher risk of coming into contact with COVID-19 at a much higher cost.”

Espenhain suggests owners could be given a temporary permit that would have to be displayed on their car to ensure there is no travel in Point Roberts beyond their homes. Noting 75 percent of the homes are owned by Canadians who are taxpayers, it could be monitored by local law enforcement with fines

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“I have emailed politicians and I’ve got the same response that we are not going to open up for travel,” added Espenhain. “I’m not looking to travel. I just want it declared essential where I can look at my property and then come back with no contact with anybody.”

Jon Morris has repairs at his home that need to be addressed with fall on the horizon. He has been out of luck trying to find anyone in

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Point Roberts to do it.

“I’ve been trying for four months to get someone to reseal the windows of our skylights because they were leaking all winter,” he said. “Some property management can’t be done at the best of times down there. All of us have to do our own work and it’s essential work that has to be done.”

Bob Cannon has dual citizenship, but his wife doesn’t and the 14-day quarantine is problematic for his job.

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declared essential for property owners. I don’t care if it opens (completely). It doesn’t matter to me,” he said. “Keep it closed. Just let me be essential.

Let me go down there and look after my horses, my boat and my house because nobody else is.

“We have a house that was built in 1912, our family has been here forever and a lot of these people are the same.

We’re not going to by gas or go to the post office. Make us essential.”

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Delta parents will now have an opportunity to transition their children back to school.

Like other school districts, the Delta district isn’t offering online or hybrid learning options, but on Tuesday announced it will offer parents concerned about potentially having their children exposed to COVID-19, a transition plan.

“We recognize that parents are seeing other school districts offer an additional option to address concerns about sending children back to school for in-class instruction. Since the release of our back to school plan on Aug. 26, we have been connecting directly with those parents who continue to have questions to try to address their concerns. Based on the many unique circumstances and different requests we have received, we believe it is unlikely that an additional option will meet all families’ needs. As a result, Delta’s approach is for the district and school principals to work with families on a personalized transition for their children if needed,” the district states on its website.

Parents have received information from school principals on what to expect upon a return to schools next week.

Instructions have been given on what students should be doing and where to report on school grounds on Thursday, Sept. 10 when they will be familiarized with safety procedures.

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The Delta School District, on Tuesday, said parents have an option, if needed, to transition their children back to school.

their learning group, practice their new routines and familiarize themselves with how to safely move from the class to outdoor and common areas.

Students are also to report the following day on Friday.

Superintendent Doug Sheppard, in an open letter to parents last week, provided information on the district’s plan, which has been approved by the Ministry of Education, as well as learning options available.

The only options include faceto-face, in-class instruction, or distributed learning including Home Quest or home schooling for the entire school year in which parents assume all

responsibility for their child’s learning.

If parents choose home schooling or Home Quest, the earliest that students would be able to return to their home school is September 2021.

If a student who is currently attending a Delta school registers for those alternatives for the upcoming school year, the district says it’s committed to holding that student’s spot at their home school for the following school year.

Elementary students will be back for in-class instruction, full time from Monday to Friday.

Under the ministry’s guidelines, learning groups may

include up to 60 elementary students, however in Delta, learning groups will be based on class-size limits.

That means learning groups in kindergarten will have up to 20, while the number moves up with the grades with grades 4 to 7 to have learning groups up to 30.

Masks will only be mandatory within high-traffic areas of schools.

Secondary students will be at school each day and will be taking two, full-time courses on a 10-week quarter schedule.

This means students will still take eight courses over the year, but only two courses within a quarter.

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A paddle boarder was rescued from the waters of Centennial Beach on Saturday morning thanks to Delta police and the quick thinking of her companion.

Around 11:30 a.m., DPD received a call about a paddle border, reported missing from the popular Boundary Bay beach.

Police say the wind had apparently taken the paddle boarder far from the beach, and she hadn’t been seen by her companion for over 40 minutes.

Police say about 10 minutes later, the original caller phoned back to indicate he’d found his missing paddle boarding

friend, however, police learned the boarder had become extremely cold and was unable to continue on her own. At the time, the tide was quite far out.

“Learning of her plight our officers made a two km trek out in the shallow waters of Boundary Bay, locating the duo around 12:20 p.m.,” said Insp. Ciaran Feenan. “The paddle boarder’s condition was deteriorating, and she was unable to walk, so police started carrying her back to shore, as the tide was coming in.

“Approximately one km from the shore two Delta firefighters came out to assist our officers, and wrapped the boarder in thermal blankets. Police and firefighters then

alternated carrying her safely back to shore.”

DPD say this summer many people have taken up paddle boarding as a way to get outside, and enjoy the beautiful community. However, the sport is not without its risks, and DPD advise people to paddle with a buddy if possible – a decision that was definitely the right one in this situation.

“Weather conditions can change quickly, even in shallow waters,” added Feenan. “We definitely advise going out with a companion, and having a phone in a waterproof case.”

The boarder was taken to hospital. Police called to follow up and were assured she is doing much better.

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Survey shows concerns with school plan SANDOR GYARMATI

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Delta parents have some huge concerns about sending their children back to the classroom next week as the number of reported cases of COVID-19 have shot back up in recent weeks.

Available for viewing on the school district’s website, a survey by the Delta District Parent Advisory Council garnered approximately 320 responses representing between 400-to-500 students, while 72 per cent of respondents have elementary age children.

According to the survey, just 13 per cent of parents supported a full return to school and “getting on with it”, noting they felt there was enough being done and they were anxious to have the students return to as much “normal” as possible.

However, there was an undercurrent of pressure on these parents for their own work situations, child-minding and uncertainty, the survey noted.

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results, 15 per cent of respondents said they’re considering home school or Home Quest for their children.

Eighteen per cent said they feel extreme pressure relating to work, childcare and uncertainty, those parents spanned from single parents, particularly of young children, as well as dual income families who do not have workplace flexibility.

Twenty five per cent of respondents were worried about underlying health issues of children or members of their family, while 31 per cent expressed serious concern for students’ mental well-being.

Meanwhile, 35 per cent “had very legitimate concern” about cohorts, with most being relating to inadvertent bubble increases.

“For example, families with multiple children have an automatically exponential (literally) increase in their bubble size. This coupled with staff or others will inflate exposure well beyond many parents’ risk tolerance. There are also concerns about their

child reconnecting with friends and peers to shore up their eroding disconnection. This is especially true in high school, where the previously shifting blocks allowed for many social connections and variety,” the survey noted.

Families are also worried about their children being “stuck” in groups where they might not feel happy and, thus, inadvertently compound an already dire situation, according to the survey.

There was a feeling of lack of control or confidence during nonclassroom time, such as lunch hour and recess, and that students would all be able to follow the new social distance rules themselves, especially at elementary schools.

The survey also found 47 per cent were worried about health measures and infrastructure, including air quality and ventilation in schools.

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The City of Delta’s new patio policy could become permanent.

In a further effort to help struggling bars and restaurants, Coun. Dylan Kruger will introduce a motion at the next regular meeting of council on Sept. 14 to extend the expanded patio program indefinitely, and further direct staff to authorize the winterization of patios on city property through the use of tents, louvered roofs, and heaters.

Kruger’s motion notes social distancing requirements due to COVID-19 significantly reduced the number of patrons allowed to be safely seated in a given area, but Delta’s summer expanded patio program has given local restaurants

and cafes the ability to seat additional tables and stay open throughout the pandemic.

However, the loss of that additional patio space this fall may result in the temporary or permanent closure of many longtime local businesses, he said.

City manager Sean McGill said the new patio policy was well received.

“On a personal note, I very much enjoy them and it has been a great way to support local business. I am not aware of any compliance issues and again the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. With respect to continuation of the program staff are preparing a report for council on this,” McGill said.

A recent staff report to city council notes,

“As the business community moves through the restart phase, it is evident that small businesses in Delta continue to be impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Many small business owners continue to struggle to achieve sales targets and are having a hard time bringing staff back to work. Restaurant and cafe owners are particularly concerned about what business will look like once outdoor patio spaces close at the end of the summer season.”

Restaurants Canada last week released a new report, The 2020 Foodservice Facts Report, which notes that, due to the pandemic, the restaurant industry could lose between $21.7 billion and $44.8 billion in annual sales this year.

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The B.C. Centre for Disease Control has finally released municipal-level data on how many people have been diagnosed with COVID19 in their local communities.

The data shows the numbers from January to the end of July among the communities in all the health authorities, something that the City of Delta had been requesting for months.

The numbers for the Greater Vancouver region show that Delta had 62 cases, Surrey had 521 cases, Langley had 138, Abbotsford had 454, Richmond had 103 and Vancouver had 202 cases.

The data also shows

Burnaby had 155, the Tri-Cities had 178, North Vancouver had 205, West Vancouver had 45, while Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows had 96 and Mission had 158.

The Central Okanagan had the most cases outside the region at 209 followed by Kamloops at 53.

The current data doesn’t show numbers from Aug. 1 onwards, nor a breakdown of the individual communities of Ladner, Tsawwassen or North Delta.

In a recent letter to Premier John Horgan, Mayor George Harvie wrote that while Delta is working hard to ensure that provincial guidelines are followed, and collectively doing everything possible to mitigate the

effects of the pandemic within the community, local data is needed.

“We strongly believe that COVID-19 data for the City of Delta, including case numbers, hospitalizations and deaths broken down by age group would help us determine the effectiveness of our local efforts to combat the spread of the virus. In addition, as we incrementally reopen Delta facilities to the public, this data would help us better ensure we are taking all appropriate measures to respond to the level of risk specific to our community. I am aware of a number of jurisdictions, including Washington State, where this data is available at a community level,” Harvie wrote.

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n just a little under a week, children will be heading back to their respective schools for the start of the most unusual school year in possibly our lifetime.

During the past few weeks, anxiety levels have been elevated as parents grapple with the uncertainty of what school life will look like, while teachers, administrators, unions, health officials and the provincial government, in turn, try to find a balance amidst that uncertainty, in presenting a plan that works for everyone.

Online chatter from parents and teachers has been thus far mixed.

Several comments on back to school stories on the Optimist Facebook page have expressed strong opinions on whether parents are comfortable sending their children back to school. Some have said they have full confidence in the plans, while others are just not sure.

I fall into the just not sure category.

Full disclosure – I am not a parent, but I am an uncle to an eight-year-old niece and seven-year-old nephew. My sister has some health challenges and a compromised immune system, so I know first-hand the anxiety that their family has been experiencing as they decide whether or not to send their children back to school.

They have decided to do so, by the way.

I realize no plan is 100 per cent foolproof and no plan will keep everyone happy. In general, I have been pleased with the COVID-19 pandemic response from our provincial health officials.

They have put in guidelines and protocols to the overall response that have been good. There are are also many good aspects of this back to school plan that I agree with. It’s a good start, but it’s just that – a good start.

Additional measures should be looked at including: better policies around masks, more physical distancing with smaller class sizes and additional options for remote learning.

Schools should be a safe place for all, so why not take few extra days to make sure of that.

The calendar says September, so where did summer go?

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y clock is completely thrown off. I can’t believe it is September

already.

All the plans I had for this summer are still written on my list of projects. Build a deck, replace a door, renovate the kitchen and spend time with the family, but here we are, Labour Day this Monday, and none of it is done, although I did spend time with the family. They’re tired of me now.

It can’t be the end of summer. The Tour de France just started. The Canucks are still in the playoffs (at the time of writing…), with no Tour de Delta or Boundary Bay Airshow, it’s tough to keep track.

Did the page for August on my calendar get stuck to July?

I don’t have kids in school any longer, so I haven’t been getting the District emails. If it wasn’t for my new pandemic obsession with the FreeCell’s daily challenge, I’d have no idea what day it was.

But sure enough, next week schools will start back, although the exact structure will remain to be seen. People are nervous for obvious rea-

Community Comment BRAD SHERWIN

sons, but like anything else with COVID-19, we don’t know everything. We’ve held hockey camps, soccer will be starting soon as well. Lucky for soccer it is outside, where the virus has a harder time being spread. A little bit of normal is a good thing, but not so much that we forget where we are.

While the news focuses on the pandemic, many other issues fall under the radar.

I heard a report that incidents of domestic violence have increased and intensified.

We also heard very high overdose numbers from Dr. Henry last week, another tragedy that continues to unfold.

While we have to be careful during this pandemic, we also

have to realize the greater impact it’s having on our society by staying locked up.

On the bright side, it appears the seasonal flu may be less intense than normal. Infection rates in Australia, where they are just coming out of winter, are way down. Our early infection rates are a fraction of what they normally are. That’s no surprise, and even a glimmer of good news. It shows people are taking the spread of germs seriously.

I’m optimistic as we head into fall. We have a ‘new normal’, people are used to staying 6’ apart, and wearing masks is becoming more prevalent. As the weather gets colder, it’s an advantage – all that exhaled breath that might infect someone is now being used to keep your face warm. By November, you’ll be pretty happy to have that mask on. And I can’t wait to see the costumes at Hallowe’en!

Hallowe’en? I’m not over the end of summer yet!

Brad Sherwin, MBA is a long-time resident of South Delta, and has over 30 years’ experience in marketing, public relations and business strategy.

He is also Past President of Deltassist.

September 3, 2020 The Delta Optimist A9

Letters

To mask or not to mask Editor: The bottom-line – wear a mask when you cannot socially distance – period. It is that simple!

Wearing masks has become politicized. It was not necessary and it has done a lot of harm – far beyond the obvious.

Dr. Bonnie Henry is an empathetic and compassionate physician. She clearly is extremely smart and experienced. I trust her unconditionally and I do not even know her, but she also is a politician, so, I think there is value in reframing what she has already said and in expanding on things.

Henry has tried to strike a balance between self-determination and utilitarianism. It appears she favours cooperation or collaboration over compliance. She understands that intelligent and free people have choices and compliance and enforcement have significant limitations.

It is better to convince people that their best interests are served by collaborating. I agree – wholeheartedly.

Henry, I am quite sure,

is also knowledgeable about human factors – human behaviour. When someone is asked to change their behaviour, assuming they choose to, a process is engaged that requires commitment, support, and time.

It takes time to meaningfully change behaviours that have become longtime habits. While the time-frame is variable it is measured in months and years or longer – not days and weeks. There is a psychological theorem that predicts a transition from unconsciously incompetent through consciously incompetent to consciously competent and, finally, unconsciously competent.

The COVID-19 virus does not care about politics or the nuances of human behaviour. It will not give us time to change our behaviours just because we need or want it. There is a need to come together right now!

Few people have asked the question - “Why, since the only initial defences against a viral respiratory pathogen are behavioural, was the

public not prepared?”

That is an interesting question because we have had over 100 years to prepare for COVID-19 since the 1918/19 flu pandemic.

The medical profession, scientists, business people, and politicians all have a story to tell but are not telling it. The lack of honesty and transparency have allowed politicalization of mask wearing, has contributed to pandemic unpreparedness, and that has resulted in many preventable deaths. There is no conspiracy but there is a need to understand how that happened.

At this moment what we need to do is acknowledge that we are all in this together regardless of how we got here and as such, when social distancing cannot be guaranteed – wear a mask – please! There will be a time when we can demand transparency, honesty, courage, and humility in order to fully understand how we got here in an effort to inform future preparedness. That time is not now.

Scott A. Lang

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Full-serve gas options needed Editor: I recently read your article in the Optimist regarding Delta council and their discussion about full-serve gas stations.

I moved here from Qualicum Beach where I frequented a full-serve gas station and I was treated royally. Not only was my gas tank filled, but my windows were cleaned and my tires and

oil checked.

When I first moved here I did frequent the one and only full-serve station.

There were times (when they were shortstaffed) there was no one available to provide fullservice. In the few months I used the service of the full-service gas station, there was never once that any other services (win-

dow cleaning, checking oil or tires) was offered.

I feel seniors’ deserve a gas station that is willing to provide full-service.

Not all seniors are physically-able to do the service themselves without hardship.

With the number of seniors’ living in Delta, a full-service gas station is a reasonable expectation.

Cathryn Bolton

Good to spotlight Delta farms Editor: Kudos to Coun. Alicia Guichon and her supporters on council for wanting

to put a spotlight on Delta’s farming community.

Alicia is a breath of fresh air and a real asset

to Delta council.

I feel this is money well spent!

Dianne Wallace

What a great way to spread a disease!

Editor: I have to agree with Frank Buonanno (letters, Aug. 27), sneezing

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someone.

What a great way to spread a disease!

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Letters

Overdose crisis: end stigma, save lives

Editor: COVID-19 has impacted all of our community, but it is important to consider that we are being impacted by a dual emergency situation.

Provincially, the number of people who overdosed has gone up during the course of this pandemic.

Forced isolation due to COVID-19 has definitely helped slow the upward curve of COVID-19 and as a province, we did see numbers decline steadily. What we did not see is the increasing number of people overdosing from opioids and subsequently dying.

Currently about 17 per cent of British Columbians, somewhere around 800,000 people experience a mental illness or substance use issue. An estimated 84,000 children and youth in B.C. have a diagnosed mental disorder, yet less than one-third of those children who seek help are receiving mental health services.

COVID-19 has further widened the gap and left many cut off from services, vanishing support structure, laid off, and overwhelmed with uncertainty.

In the last few months, British Columbia reported a record number of illicit drug toxicity deaths.

B.C. Coroners Service Chief Coroner Lisa Lapointe reported 175 people died in June, which was up from 171 deaths in May. According to the BC Coroner’s reports, in Delta, we had 70 drug toxicity deaths from April 2016-2020, six deaths from March-June 2020, and BC Ambulance reported 74 ambulance dispatches for ingestion poisoning from March 2020 to July 2020.

Julie Chadwick, Executive Director at Deltassist and

co-chair of the Delta Overdose Response Community Action Table (ODCAT), stated that, “Our street drug supply remains highly unsafe; people have experienced increased isolation; how we have been able to provide services has impacted all people, but our most vulnerable have been impacted significantly.”

Due to the pandemic, more people have been overdosing alone, with no one nearby to help by calling 911 or administer the overdose antidote -Naloxone.

“It is happening all around our province and in our neighbourhoods,” said parent and advocate Julie Cochrane. “Our loved ones are dying, in their bedrooms, in their bathrooms, in their family homes ... alone. Our young men have been especially hard hit with this crisis, accounting for roughly 85 per cent of the deaths and of those, approximately 70 per cent worked in the trades. We have a crisis of spirit going on that is simply not understood by most, and I implore people to educate themselves about addiction and drug use. It is unbearable and unacceptable that the suffering our family has endured over the last two and a half years after the loss of our son be experienced by one more single family.”

British journalist Johann Hari points out that the opposite of addiction is not sobriety, its connection.

Stigma disconnects and can make people feel ashamed of their drug use which often prevents them from seeking and receiving help if they need or want it. Stigmatizing language contributes to shame, isolation and risk taking which often leads people to use drugs alone, leading to overdosing and dying alone.

Reframing language when talking about people who use drugs is key to reducing stigma.

The opioid crisis is still here and the current pandemic that we are all pre-occupied with has only made matters worse, but if we do not focus on addressing the stigma and make it easier for people to get the help they need promptly, we will keep losing people to this crisis.

People using opioids or other substances are safest when they use only in the presence of someone who will call for immediate help if needed, or to use at an overdose-prevention or supervised-consumption site, and to have drugs checked before they’re used.

The Lifeguard app specifically supports those who are most at risk of overdose death – people who use alone. The Lifeguard App can be downloaded for free at both the App Store and Google Play.

Families have lost loved ones to overdose and they are grieving silently.

The Delta Overdose Response Community Action Team (CAT) invites the Delta community to reflect on those we have lost to overdose and to end the silence and stigma of overdose. #endoverdose”.

Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/ DeltaCommunityOverdoseResponse/ Other resources include: Deltassist (North Delta – 604-594-3455), Ladner/Tsawwassen, call 604-9469526, Delta Mental Health at 604-592-3700, or the BCCSU Drug Checking website: www.drugcheckingbc.ca.

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BC Chamber pushes for Massey replacement SANDOR GYARMATI s g y a r m a t i @ d e l t a - o p t i m i s t .c o m

A replacement for the George Massey Tunnel needs to be constructed sooner rather than later in order to help reinvigorate the B.C. economy.

That’s one of several policy recommendations to the province by the B.C. Chamber of Commerce in a recent report now made public.

The B.C. economic recovery submission notes that in a time of economic crises, investment in transportation infrastructure, specifically tradeenabling infrastructure, will have a huge impact on citizens and businesses alike in the near term.

The expediting tunnel replacement was listed as a “shovel-ready” project that would provide a short-term economic stimulus and drive long-

term economic growth when the COVID-19 pandemic passes and economic supply chains rebound.

The report also recommends a bridge option.

“The long span bridge option, in a previous form, had already received environmental approval. Given the existing and valid environmental certificate for a larger structure, it is likely that the EA process for a smaller bridge could be completed well within the two years, if not more expeditiously.

Conceivably, the environmental assessment for the bridge will also be less costly. As the report from ministry staff stated: ‘the environmental assessment is expected to be the least complex, as much, but not all, of the assessment would be similar to the previ-

ous 10-lane bridge,’” the report states.

The report also notes that, given the facts available, it is unclear how the immersed tube tunnel was seen to be more aligned with the goal of increasing the share of sustainable modes of transportation.

Delta South Liberal MLA Ian Paton, on Twitter, was quick to agree with the report, saying a replacement for the George Massey Tunnel is the exact shovel ready project needed to help get B.C.’s economy back on track.

The province is working towards developing a business case on a preferred option that will be completed later this year.

The go-ahead to initiate the environmental review for a bridge or tunnel option would happen in 2021.

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Alert driver helps police nab impaired suspect 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 in-progress crimes and emergencies or 604-9464411 for other assistance.

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

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• Aug. 25, 4:31 p.m., 5500 block 9th Avenue: Complainant called to report a suspicious vehicle in the Winskill Aquatic Centre parking lot parked in the area for six to eight hours at a time. Police attended and spoke to the driver who has no fixed address and

is known to live out of his vehicle. No issues, vehicle is insured and parked legally. Driver was left to read his paper in peace.

• Aug. 26, 10:05 a.m.: Complainant called police requesting guidance and assistance regarding the mother of his children, who had just arrived from California and was wanting to take custody of the kids without having quarantined for 14 days. Police called BC Health who unequivocally stated that she must self-isolate/quarantine for 14 days before seeing any other person, including her kids. Police spoke with the mother and advised the instructions.

She agreed, but however stated that she would be looking into it further to seek something in writing from BC Health.

• Aug. 26, 6:49 p.m., 1 Ferry Causeway: BC Ferries reported that staff observed a youth under a blanket and inside

the trunk of a vehicle (rent-a-car). Police attended while the vessel unloaded and identified the driver of the vehicle who was travelling with his two young children (who were laughing while police were talking to their dad) and his daughter had put down the back seat of the car to lay across the trunk and back seat of the sedan.

The daughter was playing games on her cell phone and had pulled the blanket over her head while playing. Nothing suspicious, family departed vessel without issue.

• Aug. 30, 11:36 p.m.: Complainant reported a number of high end cars in the 4300 block of Salish Sea Drive and was concerned that the drivers might engage in street racing. Police attended and located the vehicles. No issues. No offence observed. The drivers were from Metro Vancouver and were just hanging out in the area,

road. Police located the vehicle, with the driver passed out in the driver’s seat with the car keys beside him. A breath test was given and passed.

Police then administered the roadside Standard Field Sobriety Test, and the driver performed poorly. The driver was issued a ticket for “no driver’s licence” and issued a 24-hour suspension with a vehicle impound.

• Aug. 25, at 9:21 p.m. (location withheld): Complainant called police to report his son was drunk, yelling and smashing things. Upon police arrival, the complainant advised that the son was angry as he had misplaced a can of beer he had bought earlier and wanted to drink it.

Police questioned the son as to how reasonable it was to get this angry regarding a can of beer, to which he realized it was not. He agreed to go to bed for the rest of the

and they happen to be well enough off to afford nice cars. Drivers and their nice vehicles were moved along.

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• Aug. 24 at 7:07 a.m., 5800 block of Mountain View Blvd: Complainant reported a wire theft at Delta Hospital. He advised that he had returned to work to find approximately 50 feet (100 pounds) of copper wire cut from construction site, with the wire dug from underground.

• Aug. 25 at 5:44 p.m., Highway 17/72nd Street off ramp: Complainant contacted police to report that he was following a vehicle and believed that the driver was impaired. He advised call takers that the vehicle was driving in the middle of two lanes on Highway 17 at 72nd St. He continued to follow the vehicle on Highway 17 where the vehicle continued to swerve on the

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A14 The Delta Optimist September 3, 2020

Southlands vision coming into focus IAN JACQUES

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The past meets the present at the new Southlands development in Tsawwassen.

An ambitious project, years in the making, Southlands is the first project of its kind in North America — a master planned beach community rooted in farming and food — reestablishing the culture of agriculture in a new sense of place.

Century Group president Sean Hodgins said a Discovery Centre to

showcase the project is scheduled to open by mid-September with the first townhomes and cottages on sale.

“It will be like presales, but basically you’ll be seeing finished product ready to move into,” said Hodgins who met with the Optimist last week to tour the construction site. “We really wanted to showcase the quality of the housing that we’re building and we knew we couldn’t do that just showing a plan on a piece of paper.

Phase one will consist of 75 townhomes and

cottages with traditional farmstead design, complete with a collection of agrarian outbuildings, natural open space, and a network of trails that connect people to the beach at Boundary Bay Park.

The project will eventually include 950 housing units and approximately 80,000 square feet of commercial space.

The heart of Southlands is its vibrant Market District — with craft-style businesses, including restaurants, artisan shops, a Market Square for fresh produce, open-air performance space, and allot-

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“Farming and food is the ethos of the community overall and discovering what that will look like is going to be an on-going effort and challenge,” added Hodgins.

“We want to see people on their porches, having a cup of coffee, waving at people who are walking by - really connecting as a community. We tried to find something that would be at home in Tsawwassen and something that evokes a farm feeling and I think we have accomplished that.”

Hodgins said what they have tried to do throughout the development is fulfill the promise of connecting food and agriculture.

“We have a lot of work to do to make that a reality, but we have a great group of people involved.

The farming part will

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Construction on the Discovery Centre is almost complete. really blossom next spring,” he said. “Many of us grew up with the experience of growing food—a farm owned by grandparents or a kitchen garden and fruit tree in your backyard. We understood and appreciated food well before we ate it, as we pulled potatoes from the garden or watched mom or dad make jam.

“But most of us have lost touch with farms and

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growing food. The global economics of food and agriculture mean there are fewer family farms and fewer connections to agriculture in our society.

In a world with plentiful food we often lack the sense of connection we once had to how food comes to the table.

“If we could create a place where farming and food could energize a neighbourhood then, in a modern sense, we could re-establish something we lost. That is the promise of Southlands— that we try to make those connections and reestablish the culture of agriculture.”

At the Aug. 10 Delta council meeting, Hodgins provided an update on the project to civic politicians.

Coun. Dylan Kruger said he is very impressed with the development.

“Just seeing where the site is coming – even in the last few months and the beautiful colour pallet that has come on, the design of these fantastic homes is very exciting,” he said. “This is a great model for what we are trying to achieve with liveable communities.”

Coun. Lois Jackson called the development a successful marriage between development and the farming community.

“Sean, you are creating something that is very unique,” she said. “It is historic, memorable, something that Delta will be proud of for many, many years. I want you to be proud of what you have accomplished because I am.”

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Photo club celebrating 50 years

The Delta Photo Club is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2020, having been founded in 1970. Most meetings in 2020/21 will be virtual; something that could hardly have been imagined 50 years ago.

So, mark your calendars and clean your computer screens! Delta Photo Club’s Season of Zoom begins next Wednesday, Sept. 9 at 7:30 p.m. with a workshop on Storytelling and Finding Beauty in Your Own Backyard by acclaimed photographer Dave Brosha.

Holding a passion for the world and an eye for the beauty it contains, Prince Edward Island based photographer, educator, and writer, Brosha is one of Canada’s most respected photographers.

On a continual journey to seek out and capture the beauty of this world – whether it’s the beauty of some of most extreme and pristine environments in the world, or the beauty of humanity, Brosha is passionate across a wide spectrum of photographic genres and avoids labels. He is proudly a Fellow of the Royal Canadian Geographical Society, a Sigma Pro Photographer, and a Strobepro Professional.

To attend this Zoom presentation, become a member of the Delta Photo Club by filling out the membership form at http://deltaphotoclub. com/member-signup-form For 2020/21, Individual member dues are $40, family (up to four) $70, student/youth $25.

You can also attend as a guest by sending an e-transfer for $10 to treasurer@deltaphotoclub. com by 2 p.m. on Sept. 9.

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Five months of regular swims at Boundary Bay will culminate the 2020 Ocean Challenge on Sunday that will see seven teens attempt to swim from Crescent Beach to the Boundary Bay boat ramp.

Teens to swim across bay 2020 Ocean Challenge will be a 12-kilometre trek from Crescent Beach MARK BOOTH

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While most of their friends were still in the comfort of their warm beds, seven keen teenagers were in the waters of Boundary Bay at 6:30 a.m. on Tuesday preparing for one of the biggest swims of their lives.

This weekend, Naomi Cole (17) Isabel Rapier (15), Yinan Zhu (15), Kelly Qi (12), Caitlyn Fowler (12), Calvin Slinn (17) and Jeremy Slinn (14) will culminate months of open water training with the “2020 Ocean Challenge” that will see them swim from Crescent Beach in South Surrey to the Boundary Bay boat launch near the Canada/U.S. border. The 12.2 kilometre trek should take between three to five hours, depending on their age and ability.

“People have been asking me if I am excited to be going back to school or that it’s been pushed back and I tell them all that I’m thinking about is this Sunday,” laughed Cole, who is going into Grade 12 at South Delta Secondary and came up with the idea of Ocean Challenge. “I don’t know if I’m nervous about it, but definitely excited.”

Sunday’s swim concludes five months of open water training.

All the participants are members of the Winksill Dolphins Swim Club and typically compete at the national and provincial levels. When the Winskill Aquatic Centre was closed back in mid-March due to the COVID-19 pandemic, these dedicated athletes needed to fill a significant void in their lives.

Some of them have competed in open water events and that’s how the idea of swimming in Boundary Bay started.

By early April, they bravely entered the chilly waters in wet suits and began getting comfortable with their new environment. They have steadily built up their endurance while under the watchful eye of dedicated and supportive parents who are overseeing the swims in

kayaks and on paddle boards.

The Dolphins swim club is not involved at all.

“May was really hard for them because there was a lot of jelly fish and we are talking about a lot,” smiled parent Helen Wiacek. “There were a few stings and a little fear but they just kept going. One of the dads on paddleboard were looking out for them. There have been logs too and patches of seaweed they had to avoid.

“On Mother’s Day around 7 a.m. out past the (one mile marker) there was a pod of grey whales that we could see and hear them spouting.”

Since the opening of the Ladner outdoor pool in July, training has been split between the two locations with the swim-

mers at Boundary Bay every other day. High tide is essential to make those sessions possible, which has led to a lot of early morning outings.

They have been comfortably swimming as far as four kilometres out and back consecutive times so the shore-to-shore distance shouldn’t be a problem.

However, they will be entering unknown water when they depart from Crescent Beach.

The kids have got advice on open water swimming from where they can during the pandemic including a coach from a club based in Vancouver.

“I attended an online open water conference and a coach came down to see us a couple of times who has swam Georgia Strait and the English Channel so that was very cool,” added Rapier, who has also done her own version of Ironman training over a seven-day period near her Tsawwassen home.

The swimmers will be returning to their regular Dolphins club training at Winskill later this month, but this may not be only chapter of the Ocean Challenge.

“Who knows if there’s not COVID-19 maybe we can come back here and make it an even bigger event,” added Wiacek.

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Community

Ladner resident celebrates 106th birthday in COVID-19 friendly style

Augustine House’s eldest resident was greeted by family members for a drive-by parade MARK BOOTH

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Ila Lundy’s family made sure her 106th birthday was as special as it could be.

Augustine House’s eldest resident was greeted by family members Thursday afternoon during a drive-by parade at the front entrance of the Arthur Drive complex.

Lundy then enjoyed an in-house celebration with other residents.

It couldn’t match last year’s face-to-face reception in the dining room, but it was the best that could be done given the strict COVID-19 safety measures that are in place.

“It’s certainly not what it was, but we are liaising with families to make it a meaningful family event while still keeping everyone safe. That’s our bottom line,” explained Augustine House Executive Director Jackie Reiners. “Since the pandemic started we have had a couple milestone events. The standard seems to be the driveby birthday. People will decorate their cars and stop and talk from the car at a proper social distance.

“We are just trying to navigate within the rules and regulations given from the provincial ministry and Fraser Health while making the

resident feel it is their special day.”

Reiners noted Lundy is going through her second world-wide pandemic having been a toddler during the Spanish Flu (1918-20).

She moved to Augustine House in 2015. She said a year ago how she loves living in the building and has met some great friends.

“Augustine House is just a wonderful place.

If you are going to go anywhere for an old age place, I would say this is way above anything else and there are very nice people here,” she said.

As to her years of longevity, she said, “I didn’t drink Coca-Cola, I didn’t

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Ila Lundy’s family made sure her 106th birthday was as special as possible with a drive-by parade last week. drink alcohol, I didn’t smoke and I guess that’s

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Community

Pen pal exchange evolves into close friendship MARK BOOTH

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What began as a pen pal exchange has evolved into one of the biggest supporters of Emma Tomlinson’s promising ballet career.

It was back in April when a community pen pal project was launched for residents of The Wexford. The seniors’ residence in Tsawwassen was under strict COVID-19 lockdown measures at the time. The response proved to be overwhelming.

“It was incredible.

We had hundreds of emails, including some from Europe and South America,” recalled Wexford recreational assistant and project organizer John Meier.

“I think people Google searched for pen pals in Canada and that article came up. The most exciting one of all of them was

Karel and Emma.

“We have close to 70 suites here and I tried to place the letters with the right people to make it a good fit. When someone saw Emma’s letter they said ‘you have to talk Karel about this.’”

Tomlinson, 14, was encouraged by her parents to write a letter about herself and her passion for ballet. The South Delta Secondary student was stuck at home with her school closed and dance classes cancelled during the height of the pandemic.

Her submission ended up with Karel Ley whose close lifelong friend happens to be one of Canada’s most accomplished ballerinas of her generation.

Lynn Seymour was the same age as Tomlinson when she earned a scholarship to the Sadler Wells Ballet School in

London. She went on to be a principal dancer with The Royal Ballet, a world renowned classical ballet company.

Ironically, for three straight years, Tomlinson had travelled to London to attend Royal Ballet School’s White Lodge summer intensive program where she earned two achievement awards and direct entry for what turned out to be a postponed 2020 visit.

From the initial letters, Tomlinson and Ley began to write each other regularly and exchange photos too.

“It’s pretty cool. I have lots of dance friends but (Karel and I) are from different generations and the fact that we have so much in common is great,” said Tomlinson.

Ley eventually moved to London and lived with Seymour as a nanny to look after her two chil-

MARK BOOTH PHOTO

Wexford recreation assistant John Meier with resident Karel Ley and her pen pal Emma Tomlinson. dren during the height of her career.

“I was a great fan and supported Lynn from a distance while I was here in Canada. We wrote a lot of letters when she was in London. All sorts of things she could moan to me about,” smiled Ley who started ballet les-

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Labour Day

Giving thanks to workers on Labour Day ANDREW MERCIER

C o n t r i b u t i n g Wr i t e r

As we prepare to celebrate Labour Day 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic has brought into laser focus the vital role that workers play in keeping us safe.

In Canada, the Labour Day statutory holiday was the result of an 1886 Royal Commission that looked at ways to ease conflicts between labour and capital. It was a difficult time for workers. Unions had only been legal for 15 years and it was common for workers to spend 12 hours a day, six days a week doing their job.

The commission made many recommendations that would have improved worker safety and reduced workplace fatalities, but the proclamation of a new holiday to honour workers was

the only one accepted.

From health-care workers, custodians and child care providers to grocery clerks, construction workers and bus drivers, workers are the reason B.C. has been able to flatten the curve.

Most people understand these workers to be essential and agree they should be compensated accordingly. A recent poll

by Community Savings Credit Union showed that 88 per cent of British Columbians support permanent “levelled up” pay for long-term care workers. CSCU is hoping to build on this public support and has initiated the 7:01 Movement to lobby for better pay and benefits for the workers who take care of some of the most vulnerable people in society.

The pandemic has also revealed deficiencies in

working conditions, with construction providing some of the most notorious examples of inadequate sanitation. In the pandemic’s early days, we heard from construction workers across the province who believed they were putting their lives at risk going to work.

Some sent us photos and videos to help tell their stories: these showed crowds of workers failing to physically distance, a garden hose attached to a piece of wood as a washing station, dirty portable toilets void of either hand sanitizer or toilet paper, workers standing shoulder to shoulder in corridors and elevators.

These are unacceptable conditions, pandemic or no pandemic.

In fact, B.C. has excellent occupational health and safety regula-

tions on the books that already require workers be provided sufficient sanitation facilities. The problem was that no one was enforcing them. Our calls for WorkSafeBC to enforce the regulations resulted in the establishment of a special inspectional initiative with a focus on construction.

Prior to the start of the pandemic, 40 per cent of the agency’s officers were already dedicated to the construction sector, including more than 70 officers exclusively working with employers and contractors to ensure they fulfilled their obligations to provide safe and healthy workplaces.

By the third week of March, however, almost all of WorkSafeBC’s more than 300 officers were focused on COVID-19 inspections, including 120 dedicated entirely

to construction. By July 31, these officers had conducted more than 2,800 COVID-19-related inspections of construction sites and issued 85 compliance orders. To put that into perspective, only the manufacturing (102) and service (146) sectors were issued more orders.

To say sanitation in the construction sector is an issue is an understatement, and that’s why we’re also calling for a public inquiry into health, safety and sanitation practices in the sector. These workers are building our province – the roads we drive on, the homes we live in, the buildings where we work, our schools and hospitals. They don’t deserve the second-class treatment they’ve been getting.

So this year on Labour

Day, let us recommit ourselves to keeping the workers safe who keep us safe, and give thanks for all they do, every day.

Thanks to the health care workers on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Thanks to the grocery store workers ensuring we have food and other supplies necessary to stay safe at home.

Thanks to the transportation workers delivering those goods.

Thanks to the construction workers building and maintaining vital infrastructure.

And thanks to all the other thousands of essential workers who continue to help our province fight this deadly pandemic.

Andrew Mercier is the executive director of the 35,000-member BC Building Trades Council.

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Labour Day

The future cannot be predicted, but it can be created STEPHANIE SMITH

C o n t r i b u t i n g Wr i t e r

So far, 2020 has been a year of upheaval and uncertainty that has many of us questioning what the future will look like for ourselves, our families, and our society.

It’s also been a year in which working people have shown time and again that we have the power to create a society that is stronger, safer, and more prosperous through solidarity, resilience, and shared values like dignity and respect; equality and fairness; social justice and opportunity for all.

That power and those values are the core of what Labour Day is, and has always been, about: the belief shared by union activists that we have the ability and the obligation to build a better future not just for ourselves but for all working people.

As J.S. Woodsworth famously said “what we desire for ourselves, we wish for all.”

COVID-19 has not broken us, but it has revealed plenty that is broken about how our society works and who it works for.

The fact is that the BCGEU and our 80,000plus members across the province were working on many of these issues long before the pandemic hit: from addressing the deep fissures in the long term care system that put the lives of seniors, elders, and workers at risk; to advocating for safe supply and other evidencebased approaches to the overdose crisis; to working for affordable, accessible housing options for all British Columbians; to fighting for a universal, publicly funded child care system; to advancing reconciliation and an end

to racism and discrimination in families, workplaces, and communities.

I’m proud of that work and of every BCGEU member who has driven our union to get involved and stay involved in these critical issues.

The first Monday in September will look a little different this year as union activists plan pandemic-safe ways to come together, but Labour Day will still be Labour Day: an opportunity for union activists to celebrate our history, reaffirm our values, and dream with our eyes open about the future we want to create, battles yet to be fought, values yet to be realized, workers yet to be organized. As we move forward through whatever comes next for our society, the BCGEU and our partners throughout the labour and social justice communities will

ON LABOUR DAY, CELEBRATE WORKING PEOPLE. THANK YOU TO HEALTH CARE AND COMMUNITY SOCIAL SERVICE WORKERS FOR ALL YOU DO.

be front and centre continuing the work to fix what’s broken and create a better future. And this Labour Day I’m full of optimism for what we can achieve together.

So, what can you do? * Follow public health guidance on how to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and keep your friends, family, co-workers, and community safe. * Support working people in your community by making sure the businesses you deal with every day reflect your values and are contributing to the future you want to create. * Join a union. Visit the BCGEU’s website to find out how joining a union could benefit you or someone you love.

Stephanie Smith is the first woman to be elected president of the BC Government and Service Employees’ Union. She was elected

Stephanie Smith to her first term in 2014 and acclaimed to her second term in 2017. The BCGEU represents more than 80,000 members

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living and working in every community across the province and practically every sector of the economy.

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ENJOY LABOUR DAY

From Union representing Longshore, fromthethe Union representing Planner and Warehouse Workers at Deltaport, Longshore and Warehouse Workers Westshore Terminals, Fraser Surrey Docks, GCT, at Deltaport, Westshore Annacis Auto Terminal, Richmond Terminals, Auto Terminal TidewaterDocks Container Services. Auto FraserandSurrey Annacis International Longshore and Warehouse Union Local 502

11828 Tannery Road, Surrey, British Columbia, Canada V3V 3W7 Telephone: (604) 580-8882 â&#x20AC;˘ www.ilwu502.ca

Labour Day greetings to all workers from the women and men of the ILWU Local 502.

Organize, Join a Union - The only response to Organized Greed is Organized Labour.

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CITIZENS OF DELTA

www.psacbc.com ∙

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Labo our Day is not jusst a long weekend d.

Here are just some of the benefits wee have as a resu ult of workerrs’ strugg gles in the past:

Weekends Safer Workplaces Pay Equity 40-Hour Work Weeks Coffee Breaks Pensions Lunch Periods Overtime Benefit Coverage Vacation Pay This labo our day,, leet us think about thee contributtion workers ma ake to our comm munities today, in n the past, and lookiing towarrd the future.

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CUPE LOCAL 1091 Delta School Employees CUPE LOCAL 454 Delta Public Employees DELTA TEACHERS’ ASSOCIATION

“What we seeek for ou urselves, wee strrive for all”

WE’VE FACED COVID-19 TOGETHER.

Now let’s make health care even stronger.

A Labour Day message from the Hospital Employees’ Union More than 50,000 members across British Columbia

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Labour Day

Let’s celebrate working people LAIRD CRONK SUSSANNE SKIDMORE

Contributing writers

This Labour Day, you won’t see the big parades, rallies and parties we usually have.

Instead it’s small, carefully-distanced backyard get-togethers and onscreen virtual celebrations.

But there’s a deeper change that’s happening.

This year has reminded us just how much our province relies on working people: to keep our economy going, to provide the necessities of life, to deliver the services families need.

Many of the lowestpaid workers in the most precarious jobs in B.C. are finally getting some long-overdue recognition. And we’ve stopped seeing workplace safety as something that only

affects individual workers, and started recognizing it for what it is: a vital underpinning of public health.

What’s more, we’re discovering there’s a lot more we can do to make life better for everyone.

Governments have come together with dramatic action like supporting the incomes of laid-off workers, protecting vulnerable British Columbians with increases to disability and income assistance rates, helping renters, subsidizing wages, investing in health care and education, improving employment standards and workplace safety, and even making the first moves toward paid sick leave.

A lot of this has happened because B.C. has the benefit of a provincial government that listens to working people. But

we’ve had something else on our side: a labour movement backed by working people across B.C. And there’s every reason to believe that movement is gaining strength.

There’s new momentum for organizing as the pandemic shows working people that our lives as well as our livelihoods are on the line, as we press for safer workplaces, better working conditions and a fairer deal.

That’s doubly important now, because we’ve learned something else in the past several months.

COVID-19 exposed deep gaps in our province, and how many people have been sold short by B.C.’s economy. And those gaps and inequities were vulnerabilities the virus exploited, leaving us all more exposed and at risk.

But the way we’ve responded, as communities and through our governments, shows us we don’t have to just accept those gaps and recreate those inequities.

As much as 2020 has been about shutting down, it’s also increasingly about opening up

— that is, opening up possibilities for positive, lasting changes. That’s what’s really worth celebrating this year: this new sense of possibility and potential in the strength we have together.

We can regain what we had — but we can also rebuild something stron-

ger and fairer.

We can build stronger, more resilient communities that are better able to grapple with big challenges.

Laird Cronk is the president of the BC Federation of Labour while Sussanne Skidmore is SecretaryTreasurer.

ON LABOUR DAY LET’S RECOGNIZE OUR NURSES AND ALL WORKERS

Workplace safety has never been more important.

www.bcnu.org

Nurses continue working long hours delivering safe patient care when British Columbians need it most.

Please do your part by following public health guidelines to help keep us all safe.

President, BC Nurses’ Union

Dignity and Justice A Voice in the Work Place

These are principles on which organized labour was founded.

No single union has ever achieved these goals with more success and consistency than the International Brotherhood of Teamsters.

Best wishes this Labour Day from the membership and officers of

TEAMSTERS LOCAL 31 affiliated with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, Teamsters Canada, and the Canadian Labour Congress

#1 Grosvenor Square, Delta, BC V3M 5S1 Stan Hennessy, President Richard Van Grol, Secretary-Treasurer

For Organizing Assistance • Tel: 604-527-2722 Fax: 604-540-6073 Email: bhennessy@teamsters31.ca

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Some organizations in Delta have been hit harder by Covid than others. That’s why a group of local businesses gathered together to create and sell the Together T-Shirt. These shirts will be sold at local business, and proceeds will be donated to the following local non-profits.

Our goal is to raise

$10,000

And evenly distribute it between:

Azure Place Transition House (WINGS)

Starfish Pack (Delta chapters)

The t-shirts can be purchased at: Stir Coffee House • Four Winds Brewing Petra’s • Spectra Reflections of Home

“WE’RE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER” t-shirt fundraiser is presented by:

We are grateful for the tremendous support of:

• Please support our local retailers and visit the stores listed above to purchase a WE’RE IN THIS TOGETHER t-shirt!

• On behalf of the Delta Firefighters’ Charitable Society and Stir Coffee House, we wish everyone a safe Labour Day Long Weekend.

Labour Day COVID-19 is a time to rewrite our story SUSAN YAO

C o n t r i b u t i n g Wr i t e r

As a kid I was so excited by my new pencils, notebooks and lunch kit.

That old butterfly feeling in my stomach: anxiety mixed with fervour to get back — to friends, routines, stuff to do!

Wondering about the upcoming return to school? Excited?

Anxious? Both? Not anxious —by all appearances from the latest BC Government ad — is our Public Health Officer, Dr. Bonnie Henry.

A 30 second ad from the B.C. Government shows a happy classroom where students can —presumably — wash hands without rushing or — apparently — a line of others waiting behind them. Images of good fun hanging from monkey bars or sitting in generously spaced desks — and only one masked face in the crowd!

This ad, however,

doesn’t reflect the reality of classes in B.C. COVID-19 has clarified what’s important for functioning societies: the workers!

Part of the picture in ways we didn’t always appreciate is work that sustains our most basic needs: food, shelter, healthcare, safety, community. Educators are part of that and no surprise that return to school should be so fervently discussed on social media, in the news and in safely physicallydistanced backyard gatherings. (For those privileged enough to have that.)

“What we desire for ourselves, we wish for all,” Canadian social activist J.S. Woodsworth proclaimed once upon a time.

This Labour Day weekend, we reflect on gains made by organized labour making workplaces equitable and

safe. Teachers want to be there for students, but need safe workplaces.

What teachers want — for themselves and students — is safety: the wearing of masks, the ability for physical-distancing via smaller class sizes, remote options for those with chronic health issues.

The pandemic reality underscores how benefits such as sick leave, achieved through collective bargaining structures of the labour movement, benefit the larger society.

This current crisis is time to rewrite our story and bring everyone to a new and better future — where basic needs are met and everyone can achieve their potential.

There are limits to what individuals can do, but as a collective these limitations can be overcome.

All of us, together!

Susan Yao is president of the Delta Teachers’ Association

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HAPPY LABOUR DAY Wishing our community a safe and enjoyable Labour Day weekend.

On Labour Day, we recognize and celebrate workers in Delta and across the country who contribute to the Canadian workforce and stand up for employment rights, helping secure a better future for us all.

Enjoy the weekend and let's all continue to practice physical distancing and frequent hand washing and please stay home if you are sick.

Stopping the spread of COVID-19 depends on all our eďŹ&#x20AC;orts.

(left to right): Councillor Jeannie Kanakos, Councillor Bruce McDonald, Councillor Dylan Kruger, Mayor George V. Harvie, Councillor Alicia Guichon, Councillor Lois E. Jackson, Councillor Dan Copeland

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Labour Day

A Labour Day unlike any other PAUL FAORO

C o n t r i b u t i n g Wr i t e r

We can’t be together this Labour Day — but we’re still in this together Labour Day has always been one of my favourite days of the year. As the heat of summer begins to fade and the chill of fall approaches, Labour Day offers one more opportunity to get together with friends and family. And of course it gives working people an opportunity to come together to reflect on — and celebrate — the progress that unions have made for all working people.

It might sound corny, but community Labour Day events bring the full spectrum of the union movement together in one place like no other annual event, and they give us time to appreciate

our shared values.

I’m going to miss that side of Labour Day this year, as are we all.

COVID-19 obviously means we can’t have big events this year, but I’m hopeful it won’t stop us from remembering the real meaning of Labour Day. The meaning of Labour Day speaks as much to our collective response to COVID-19 as it does to the traditions of the labour movement.

Our movement is based on the simple principle of solidarity — if we act to benefit others, we also benefit ourselves.

Following public health guidelines isn’t just to protect ourselves, it’s to protect people we don’t even know. If that’s not solidarity, I don’t know what is.

Overall, the pandemic

has heightened the importance of public services and the workers who provide them. From the tremendous leadership and guidance from Provincial Health Officer Bonnie Henry and her team, to the dedicated, life-saving workers in our healthcare system, and to the transit workers who kept the system moving, good public services have helped fight the virus. The pandemic also shone a bright light on private sector workers whose work often went unheralded and poorly compensated; grocery store employees, delivery drivers, and service sector workers, to name just a few.

On behalf of our provincial executive board I want to take this opportunity to thank the more than 100,000 members of

CUPE BC for everything they’ve done to help our province get through this pandemic. And I want to thank them in advance for all the work they will be doing to help our province recover and rebuild. We say this a lot in CUPE, but never has it been more relevant than today: strong public services build strong communities.

On Labour Day let’s spend some time remembering the unifying spirit that became so much a part of our lives in the spring. The success of B.C.’s economic recovery is going to depend on workers, just as our successful fight against the pandemic has depended on workers. Whether public or private sector, unionized or not, it’s workers who will dig us out of this pandemic.

Paul Faoro This isn’t going to be like any other Labour Day. These times aren’t like any other. This long weekend, to paraphrase

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Happy Labour Day! Thank you to the thousands of BCGEU members and other essential workers on the frontlines of COVID-19.

Delivering vital services to British Columbians and every sector of our province’s economy.

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Dr. Henry, be kind, be calm and be safe—and thank a worker.

Paul Faoro is the president of CUPE BC.

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Labour Day

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A lot of work went into Labour Day. For more than a century, the union presence in BC has improved the lives of all working people.

And since 1931, IUOE Local 115 is proud to have been a part of that presence, advocating for workers’ rights in British Columbia.

Fall is just around the corner. A time of year when we say good-bye to lazy summer days and prepare for a season that often brings the promise of new beginnings, like connecting with friends we haven’t seen throughout the summer, or returning to work and school routines.

But this fall is different.

We are six months into the COVID-19 pandemic and there are still many questions about its continued impact on our daily lives and the “new normal” we’ve all had to adapt to. Everyone has been impacted by this pandemic. Whether it’s parents trying to decide whether to send their children to school, workers trying to figure out their next steps after having been laid off or let go

from jobs, and tragically, those families of loved ones who have lost their lives to COVID-19.

It was early spring when nurses rose to the challenge to care for British Columbians amidst the global pandemic.

Throughout the summer we saw active case numbers drop substantially and elective surgeries resume. For a while we ‘flattened the curve.” Now, nurses and all health care professionals are monitoring the situation closely as daily active cases continue to rise in B.C., and other countries begin to experience ‘a second wave.’

From the beginning, BCNU’s primary focus has been the health and safety of nurses, ensuring they have ready access to the personal protective equipment (PPE) they require such as N95 respirators, gowns,

gloves and face shields.

Unfortunately, I continue to hear distressing reports from across the province of nurses who are unable to effectively access the equipment that is critical to help control the spread of this virus. Whether its employers locking up PPE in an attempt to ration the products or nurses being told they must wear the same surgical mask or respirator and eye protection for an entire shift, nurses continue to face obstacles when trying to stay safe on the job.

Navigating the unknowns that lie ahead will take dedication and a commitment from all of us, and BCNU will continue our push for safe patient care and safe worksites for all nurses in every part of the province.

Christine Sorensen is president of the BC Nurses’ Union

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Septemeber 3, 2020 The Delta Optimist A31 Contact Mark at mbooth@deltaoptimist.com or 604-946-4451

Curl BC honours juniors

A rink that features a pair of standouts from the Tunnel Town Curling Club has earned a prestigious award from Curl BC thanks to an outstanding 2020 season.

Team Taylor has been named U21 Team of the Year by the sport’s provincial organization. The rink includes Meredith Cole and Keira McCoy, both South Delta Secondary students.

They are joined by the Taylor sisters, Jensen and Chelsea. The girls are coached by Christopher Summers and they split their practice time between the Royal City Curling Club and Tunnel Town.

Team Taylor proved that they can punch above their weight when they aged up to finish tied with the best record after round robin play and took the silver medal at the U21 provincials back in January.

Participation in other sports has added to their physical conditioning and team sportsmanship.

Jensen plays high school girls’ ice hockey, Keira plays AAA field hockey and won a bronze medal in high school provincials with South Delta. Chelsea is also a competitive figure skater, completing Skate Canada Gold Level Dances.

Despite their hectic schedules, the girls also found the time to assist with Learn to Curl events and volunteer for various things at their clubs.

PHOTO BY MARK BOOTH

Delta Deas Rowing Club’s Hana Anderson will be continiuing her career on the Snake River as a Washington State Cougar.

Rower off to Washington State

Tsawwassen’s Hana Anderson earns scholarship deal to Pac-12 school MARK BOOTH

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Hana Anderson is taking her promising rowing career to the picturesque Snake River Canyon.

The Delta Deas Rowing Club member and 2020 South Delta Secondary graduate has earned a lucrative scholarship deal to Washington State University. The Cougars make their home at the Wawawai Landing on the Snake River, considered one of most scenic courses among NCAA Division One rowing schools.

Anderson was initially considering programs at Queen’s University and UBC. That all changed when she was approached by WSU head coach Jane Lariviere at the 2019 RCA National Rowing Championships last September in Burnaby. The dialogue continued until she made an official visit to the Pullman campus on Halloween weekend.

“It was a four-day visit where I toured the university, went to a practice to see how the team worked and hung out with them that evening,” recalled Anderson. “I just loved the campus. I kind of knew I would like to go to

a smaller university.”

Anderson was impressed but didn’t want to rule out her other options just yet. She returned from a trip to Queens in Kingston, ON and was given an additional week, beyond the national signing day in the U.S., to make her final decision. “(WSU) was definitely up there, as was Queens,” she continued. “I spent some time on the phone with my (DDRC) coaches to talk about both. It came down to the ability to row at the NCAA Division One level. It’s a once in a lifetime amazing experience. I decided just to take the chance and go for it.

“The first couple of years I would say I was a little more casual about rowing then in my Grade 10 year. I was friends with some of the senior rowers and they started going off to Canadian schools. One of my training partners when I was Grade 11 was considering the States and it made me kind of think about it and how it would be a cool option to pursue.”

Anderson’s deal will cover about 75 percent of her tuition costs. She has additional academic scholarships and there is an opportunity to improve her WSU funding to

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WSU’s fall semester classes are online only. As an international student, Anderson is taking advantage by remaining at her Tsawwassen home and corresponding with the Cougars coaching staff for training that will be done at DDRC facilities.

The plan now is to head to Pullman in January.

“Gives me a lot of comfort in the school I’m going to. I know they are going to take care of us when we get down there,” Anderson continued. “The spring is the main season with usually a training camp in January. The fall is your bulking season where you are doing as much training as you can and getting fast as possible.”

After focusing mostly on doubles and sculling in the last couple of years, Anderson will be shifting to four and eight boats.

“I did a lot of fours last spring season and I loved them. Eights are really fun because you can get them moving fast,” she added.

“I really like sweeping comparing to sculling so I’m really looking forward to that chapter.

Just focusing on that technique.”

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Sports

Delta Gymnastics ready for fall programs MARK BOOTH

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It’s appropriately been a balancing act for Delta Gymnastics as the long-running non-profit society has welcomed back young athletes while following strict COVID-19 safety measures.

The pandemic hit the 45-year-old Ladner-based club hard back in March.

The impressive facility was closed for about three months. The 2020 Delta Invitational, the club’s biggest fundraising event of the year, was cancelled, as was the opportunity to host the Western Canadian Championships.

The complete shutdown resulted in temporary layoffs for all 55 staff members.

The club was finally allowed to reopen in mid-June with a capacity of no more than 50 under phase two of Gymnastics BC’s re-start plan.

Four returned to oversee the limited operations. They include Sharon Gillespie (business manager), Jen Dober (technical director) and Jen Watts (senior program director).

Since then, small groups of competitive gymnasts have returned for daily training, up to three hours in duration.

PHOTO BY MARK BOOTH

With no access to the public and a variety of COVID-19 safety measures in place, Delta Gymnastics have been running limited summer sessions for the past 10 weeks since re-opening in mid-June.

Equipment is sanitized throughout the sessions as the groups move to different parts of the gym. A thorough cleaning is then done when the session has concluded. Access to the facility is limited and the parents viewing upstairs is closed for now.

The club was also able to run limited

summer camp rooms with 10 participants. Normally those numbers ranged from 24 to 36.

“We are hoping to build up everyone’s confidence of what we have done through the summer. Our system has proven to be very safe and it’s something we are very proud of,” said Dober.

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“We have had no issues and we have been doing this for 10 weeks. We are ready to do more as soon as we are allowed by viaSport and Gymnastics BC.” “The benefits for the kids have been huge,” added Watts. “They were in quarantine for so long and not able to get out and do anything.”

Registration is now underway for the fall season that will have its limitations but is still accommodating a wide range of age and skill groups, from 18-months old to seniors.

“We are also doing a couple of different things in the fall to make our classes more accessible,” added Dober. “There is the option of just two months at a time where normally a program would be a year-long.”

The club is also busy brainstorming to come up with different fundraising ideas to replace past pre-COVID-19 events, although the popular Chocolate Drive is still a go.

“We’re trying to find different ways to fundraise amid COVID-19,” said Gillespie. “We are having to think outside of the box.”

For more information on Delta Gymnastics fall programs visit the club’s website www.deltagymnastics.com.

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$819,900

PeBBLe HiLL SPLiT LeveL HoMe W G NE TIN LIS

FaMiLy HoMe in a PRivaTe and HiGHLy CoveTed CuL-de-SaC

• 5 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms • 2293 sqft home on a 7298 sqft lot • nerwer roof, hot water tank & windows • walk to the beach access at Fred Gingell Park, diefenbaker Park & english Bluff School

W G NE TIN LIS

• 1859 sq ft home on 4967 sq ft lot • 3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms • engineered hardwood floors throughout • Sunny backyard with mature cedar hedge 5159 HeRon Bay CLoSe, LadneR

4901 2a avenue, TSawwaSSen

$1,098,800

$1,049,000

LoveLy CLiFF dRive FaMiLy HoMe

PeBBLe HiLL FaMiLy HoMe

• 1773 sq ft home on 8482 sq ft lot

• 2403 sq ft home on 9322 sq ft lot

• 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

• 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms

• Single carport plus open parking

• Many updates throughout and tons of natural light

• Close to schools, parks, and more

• Large suny deck and fully fenced backyard 5153 CLiFF dRive, TSawwaSSen

501 55a STReeT, TSawwaSSen

$1,148,800

$1,149,900

WaTeRFRonT LivinG

one oF a Kind, PRiMe uniT

• 6210 sq ft lot that doesn’t require a water lease • 33’ concrete dock ready for float home or boat • Rv parking with hook-ups & 2 custom sheds • Buy the current float home for $100,000 4495 W RiveR Road, LadneR

W G NE TIN S I L

$1,150,000

WE HAVE SOLD OVER 1000 PROPERTIES SINCE 2016! *

* Based on Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver Statistics for the Fraser Elliott Group 2016-2018.

• 2 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms • 1965 sq ft of living space • $100,000 in renovations and upgrades • Custom tile “hardwood” floors • Small den office on the main 13 11100 RaiLway avenue, RiCHMond

$1,199,000

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A38 The Delta Optimist September 3, 2020 THE FIRM REAL ESTATE SERVICES LTD. 101 4755 51ST Street Delta, BC V4k 2W2

caPe cOd HOMe

PreSTiGiOuS Marina GardenS! W G NE TIN S I L

• 5 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms • 2348 sq ft home on a 4795 sq ft lot

W G NE TIN S I L

• Stunning hardwood floors • Private fenced yard with entertainers patio

• 1/2 acre Gd zoning

5233 BriGanTine rOad, Ladner

13747 63a avenue, Surrey

$1,199,900

$1,199,000

BeauTiFuLLy renOvaTed 2-STOrey HOMe

wOnderFuL FaMiLy HOMe W G NE TIN LIS

• 4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms • 2512 sqft home on a 7837 sqft lot • Breathtaking views of the river • Gourmet kitchen with white shaker style cabinets • 1 bedroom in law suite • amazing saltwater pool

• 2947 sq ft on a 9365 sq ft lot

• Park-like backyard with potential to subdivide 5033 7B avenue, TSawwaSSen

$1,338,800

$1,299,000

cuSTOM-BuiLT HOMe in iMPeriaL viLLaGe!

SunSHine HiLLS

• 5 Bedrooms, 4 Bathrooms • 2,926 sq ft home on 8,799 sq ft lot

W G NE TIN LIS

• 5 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms • 2903 sq ft home on a 10294 sq ft lot

• Located in a quiet cul-de-sac

• Open concept home with vaulted ceiling

• walk to Tsawwassen Springs Golf course, Pat Quinn’s restaurant & Tsawwassen Mills Mall

• Swimming pool with hottub

5268 GLen aBBey PLace, TSawwaSSen

6536 HiLLSide creScenT, nOrTH deLTa

• Steps away from watershed Park & Burns bog trails

$1,420,000

$1,379,900

HiGHLy deSiraBLe STeveSTOn viLLaGe W G NE TIN S I L

• 5 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms • Possible to add a mortgage helper suite if desired on lower level

4737 cannery PLace, Ladner

W G NE TIN LIS

• 1852 sq ft home on a 13980 sq ft lot • Gorgeous private backyard

• upgraded appliances

W G NE TIN LIS

• 3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms

• 4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms • 1829 sq ft on a 3056 lot

uPdaTed FaMiLy HOMe W G NE TIN S I L

• Built by Pacific coastal Homes

• 4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms • 2063 sq ft home on a 3240 sq ft lot

• real hardwood flooring

• Open concept kitchen with large island

• Just steps to Steveston village

• cozy den with french doors • Quiet street with back lane 12513 weScOTT STreeT, ricHMOnd

11155 6 avenue, ricHMOnd

$1,498,800

$1,428,800 LuXurY HOMe

• 4 Bedrooms, 4 Bathrooms

weSTcOaST cOnTeMPOrary reSidence W G NE TIN S I L

• Located in victory South

• 4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms • 3077 sq ft on a 8138 sq ft lot • completely renovated from top to bottom • Sunny west facing rear yard • Triple car garage • close to schools, parks & town centre

5204 LaureL Drive, LaDner

5393 wiLdwOOd creScenT, TSawwaSSen

• 3564 sqft home on a 7168 sqft lot • 15’ high ceilings throughout • Kitchen includes maple cabinets & granite countertops

$1,528,800

1,538,800

#1 RANKED REAL ESTATE TEAM IN ALL OF BRITISH COLUMBIA!

*

* Based on Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver Statistics for the Fraser Elliott Group 2016-2018.

Septemeber 3, 2020 The Delta Optimist A39

oceanFronT rancher!

BeauTiFul FaMily residence • 5 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms • 3415 sq ft on a 8967 sq ft lot • Gourmet chef’s kitchen with a large center island • self-contained coach-home style suite above the double garage • Just minutes to ladner village

W G NE TIN S I L

• 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms • 2327 sq ft home on a 5995 sq ft lot • huge patio overlooking the beach with views of the Boundary Bay & Mt Baker • sun drenched in-ground swimming pool • nature trails at your doorstep & only minutes to Tsawwassen Town center 1224 Beach Grove road, Tsawwassen

5402 crescenT drive, ladner

$1,798,800

$1,548,800

QuieT cul-de-sac locaTion

sPacious Modern hoMe W G NE TIN LIS

• 4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms • 2483 sqft home on a 20441 sqft lot • Parklike 20,441sf lot • Beautifully landscaped yard • lovingly maintained home

• 5 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms • 2501 sq ft on a 6250 sqft lot • open concept living • west-facing backyard • detached studio • close to all local amenities

798 Glenwood Place, Tsawwassen

1491 Farrell avenue, Tsawwassen

$1,799,000

$1,799,000

Beachside livinG aT iTs BesT W G NE TIN LIS

sTunninG cusToM BuilT hoMe

• 3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms • 2697 sq ft home on a 6596 sq ft lot

W G NE TIN LIS

• 5 Bedrooms, 4 Bathrooms • 3208 sqft home on a 9429 sqft lot • Beautiful oak hardwood flooring • 10’ ceilings on main floor • high-end kitchen cabinetry • close to southpointe academy, Beach Grove elementary, parks & beachside trails

• open concept living with great room • 12’ ceilings, fireplace & wet bar • Quick walk from centennial beach 96 67 sTreeT, Tsawwassen

1559 Farrell crescenT, Tsawwassen

$1,888,000

$2,188,000

enTerTainer’s dreaM W G NE TIN S I L

Brand new ulTra Modern hoMe

• 5 Bedrooms, 4 Bathrooms

• 3484 sq ft home on 6834 sq ft lot

• 5307 sq ft home on a 17686 sq ft lot

• 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms

• Floor-to-ceiling windows

• high-end finishings throughout & open concept design

• expansive deck with panoramic views • home theatre, rec room & wine cellar

• situated on Beach Grove Golf course

11900 clark drive, norTh delTa

1190 Jackson way, Tsawwassen

$2,298,800

$2,298,800

ulTiMaTe luXury livinG W G NE TIN S I L

an enTerTainer’s dreaM

• 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms • 5638 sq ft home on a 9020 sq ft lot • chef’s kitchen with entertainment sized island • nano doors opening into oversized south facing covered deck • unfinished basement

W G NE TIN S I L

16 GeorGia wynd, Tsawwassen

$2,499,000

WE HAVE SOLD OVER 1000 PROPERTIES SINCE 2016! *

* Based on Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver Statistics for the Fraser Elliott Group 2016-2018.

• 6 Bedrooms, 8 Bathrooms • 5183 sq ft on a 9311 sq ft lot • luXurious 2018 award-winning lottery family home • wet bar & glass-enclosed feature wine cellar • Beautiful flagstone patio with a built-in BBQ 5263 3 avenue, Tsawwassen

$2,888,800

THE FIRM REAL ESTATE SERVICES LTD. 101 4755 51ST Street Delta, BC V4k 2W2

A40 The Delta Optimist September 3, 2020

CUStoM BUILt Modern MaSterPIeCe

THE FIRM REAL ESTATE SERVICES LTD. 101 4755 51ST Street Delta, BC V4k 2W2

PrIVate 5 aCre ProPerty

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

W G NE TIN S I L

• Perfect location for agri-business

• Breathtaking ocean, mountain, and farm views

• Secure property with metal gate & high fencing

• roof deck with hot tub, fire table, and putting green

• 6000+ sq ft free-standing building on property

353 55 Street, tSaWWaSSen

2880 64 Street, Ladner

$4,200,000

$3,588,000

JUSt Under an aCre In WeSt Ladner

StUnnInG Waterfront HoMe W G NE TIN S LI

• 2700 sq ft home on a 41,771 sq ft lot • 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms • Great holding property with 2 level home • redevelopment opportunity with 2 road frontages

• 4609 sq ft home on 14,880 sq ft lot • 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms • open living area with soaring ceilings & nanaWalls • Breathtaking sunsets and Island views 832 tSaWWaSSen BeaCH road, tSaWWaSSen

5642 GroVe aVenUe, Ladner

$4,800,000

$4,488,000

ULtra-LUXUry reSIdenCe on tSaWWaSSen’S enGLISH BLUff road W G NE TIN S LI

• 5 acre parcel of aLr farmland

PanoraMIC oCean VIeWS

• 6 Bedrooms, 6 Bathrooms • 5118 sq ft on a 9888 sq ft lot • Stunning panoramic views of the ocean & Gulf Islands • Modern layout with expected topline finishes • Self contained legal suite & 2 elevators

• 5161 sq ft home on massive 27,650 sq ft lot • Very livable, architecturally designed home • Sub-dividable into 2 lots or build a dream estate • 2 road frontages (Graham dr & english Bluff rd) • each lot available for $2,998,800

251 enGLISH BLUff road, tSaWWaSSen

210 GraHaM drIVe, tSaWWaSSen

$4,888,000

WeSt KeLoWna InVeStMent ProPerty

$4,888,000

23 aCre eQUeStrIan Centre

• 6.25 acre mobile home park

• 23 acres with 3 livable homes

• 39 mobile home pads with possibility for 10 more

• adjacent to delta Port Way • Close to new industrial park & mall

• Potential to subdivide into 30+ single family lots • Connected to city sewer and water

• east access to Hwy 17, 17a, 99, and ferries

1375 Green Bay road

2990 57B Street, Ladner

$6,800,000

eXCePtIOnaLLY LOCated FarM PrOPertY

$9,868,800 PrIMe FarMLand

• 52 acre property with 4 parcels

• 135.73 acres of fertile land

• Ladner & tsawwassen amenities only mins away

• Property has 3 separate homes

• across from tsawwassen Mills Mall

• rare opportunity to buy from long time owners

• easy highway and ferry access

• easy highway access & only 30 mins to Vancouver

2150-2250 52 Street, Ladner

3820 64 Street, Ladner

$9,888,000

$11,888,000

#1 RANKED REAL ESTATE TEAM IN ALL OF BRITISH COLUMBIA!

*

* Based on Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver Statistics for the Fraser Elliott Group 2016-2018.

Septemeber 3, 2020 The Delta Optimist A41

YOUR SOUTH DELTA REAL ESTATE TEAM

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WE ARE OPEN TO SERVE YOU! Come see us at our new boutique office ST 101-4755 51 Street, Ladner.

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The Firm Real Estate Sevices Ltd. 101 4755 51ST Street Delta, BC V4K 2W2

A42 The Delta Optimist September 3, 2020

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LIMITED FIRST RELEASE OF 20 HOMES

CONTEMPORARY SINGLE FAMILY HOMES STARTING FROM $989,900!

WIDE OPEN SPACES. FRESH CLEAN AIR. A NEW MASTER PLAN COMMUNITY IN OCEANSIDE SUNNY TSAWWASSEN.

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A44 The Delta Optimist September 3, 2020 THE FIRM REAL ESTATE SERVICES LTD. 101 4755 51ST Street Delta, BC V4k 2W2

POTENTIAL HIGH DENSITY DEVELOPMENT SITE

REDEVELOPMENT SITE RIGHT ON FRASER HWY

RARE 27 ACRE FUTURE IND. BUSINESS PARK

9522 120 STREET, SURREY $29,950,000

16055 FRASER HWY, SURREY $12,000,000

24388 RIVER ROAD, MAPLE RIDGE $9,900,000

HIGH EXPOSURE LOCATION FARM LAND

PRIME LOCATION FARM LAND

POTENTIAL FOR MIDRISE CONDO REDEV.

2150 52 STREET, DELTA $9,888,000

2990 57B STREET, DELTA $9,868,800

4834 53 STREET, DELTA $8,950,000

HIGH DENSITY POTENTIAL REDEV. SITE

MIXED USE BUILDING IN PRIME LOCATION

1.38 ACRES REDEVELOPMENT SITE

576 LOUGHEED HWY,COQUITLAM $8,300,000

1675 E 14TH AVENUE, VANCOUVER $6,300,000

11488 92 AVE, DELTA $6,200,000

11UNIT MULTIFAMILY BUILDING!

UNIQUE RETAIL OPPORTUNITY

FREESTANDING OFFICE/RETAIL FULLY LEASED

411 THIRD AVENUE, NEW WEST $4,988,800

2057 W 4TH AVENUE, VANCOUVER $4,858,800

3335 DUNBAR STREET, VANCOUVER $4,499,900

5 ACRE PARCEL OF ALR FARMLAND + BUILDING

44,120 SQ.FT. REDEVELOPMENT SITE

COMMERCIAL INVESTMENT PROPERTY

2880 64 STREET, DELTA $4,200,000

540 HALIBURTON STREET, NANAIMO $3,995,000

2424 ST JOHNS STREET, PORT MOODY $3,688,800

DESIRABLE INCOME/REDEVELOPMENT PROPERTY

MULTITENANTED RETAIL OPPORTUNITY

PRIME 17.8 ACRES ZONED SR1

1066 AUSTIN AVENUE, COQUITLAM $3,499,900

5232 IRMIN STREET, BURNABY $2,880,000

24381 56 AVENUE, LANGLEY $2,600,000

#1 RANKED REAL ESTATE TEAM IN ALL OF BRITISH COLUMBIA!

*

* Based on Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver Statistics for the Fraser Elliott Group 2016-2018.

Septemeber 3, 2020 The Delta Optimist A45 MIXEDUSE BUILDING ON 10,825 SQ.FT LOT.

REDEVELOPMENT PARCELS TOTALING 3.5 ACRES

IRONWOOD WAREHOUSE WITH OFFICE SPACE

12297 INDUSTRIAL ROAD, SURREY $1,798,800

LOTS 8208 81A STREET FORT. ST. JOHN $1,698,800

2135 12191 HAMMERSMITH, RICHMOND $1,598,800

IRONWOOD INDUSTRIAL WAREHOUSE

NORTH ROAD CENTER OFFICE

HIGHLY DESIREABLE RESTAURANT SPACE

155 11960 HAMMERSMITH, RICHMOND $1,588,800

326 4501 NORTH ROAD, BURNABY $ 1,298,000

2522 E HASTINGS STREET, VANCOUVER $1,198,800

OUTSTANDING STREET LEVEL RETAIL SPACE

EXCELLENT GROUND FLOOR OFFICE UNIT

2ND FLOOR UNIT AT CRYSTAL MALL

2406 E BROADWAY,VANCOUVER $1,049,900

140 233 W 1ST STREET, NORTH VAN. $925,000

2820 4500 KINGSWAY, BURNABY $799,900

564 SQ.FT TSAWWASSEN OFFICE SPACE

HIGH GATE STREET LEVEL RETAIL

WHISTLER VILLAGE RETAIL SPACE

205 1777 56 STREET, TSAWWASSEN $474,900

7030 KINGSWAY, BURNABY $735,000

6 4122 VILLAGE GREEN, WHISTLER $399,900

BURRARD STREET OFFICE SPACE

1 ACRE WATERFRONT WITH PUB/RESTAURANT

COMMERCIAL RETAIL WATERFRONT LOTS

121 970 BURRARD STREET, VANCOUVER $250,000

1333 GULF ROAD, POINT ROBERTS $CALL

1086 PIONEER, OAK HARBOR $850,000 USD

TOWNHOUSE REDEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY

WATERFRONT BEACH HOTEL SITE

1,860,000 SQ.FT. BUSINESS PARK

KRAGT / E BADGER, LYNDEN $3,700,000 USD

755 MARINE, POINT ROBERTS $7,895,000 USD

MAIN STREET, LYNDEN $ 10,650,000 USD

WE HAVE SOLD OVER 1000 PROPERTIES SINCE 2016! *

* Based on Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver Statistics for the Fraser Elliott Group 2016-2018.

THE FIRM REAL ESTATE SERVICES LTD. 101 4755 51ST Street Delta, BC V4k 2W2

A46 The Delta Optimist September 3, 2020

Over A Quarter-Century Of Experience

$2,300,000

$1,329,900 RENOVATED HOmE IN PEBBLE HILL! 400 ENGLISH BLUFF ROAD 4 BEDS / 3 BATHS / 2782 SQ. FT. NEW PRICE $1,329,900

LOVELy BEACHFRONT COTTAGE! 522 TSAWWASSEN BEACH ROAD 2 BED / 1 BATH / 1112 SQ. FT. OFFERED AT $2,300,000

Take Comfort By Working Directly With A Leader, A RE/MAX Titan. $1,825,000 ON THE BEACH-OCEAN FRONT LIVING! 228 TSAWWASSEN BEACH ROAD 4 BEDS / 2 BATHS / 1602 SQ. FT. OFFERED AT $1,825,000

sold

sold

$949,000

$529,999

$1,249,999

DELIGHTFUL HOmE IN CUL-DE-SAC! 5362 ASPEN WAy 4 BEDS / 2 BATHS / 2285 SQ. FT. OFFERED AT $949,000

LOVELy HOmE WITH GREAT mOUNTAIN VIEW! 6227 CRESCENT PLACE 4 BEDS / 3 BATHS / 2827 SQ. FT. OFFERED AT $1,249,999

sold

sold

$1,365,000

$599,000 THE SANDALWOOD IN TSAWWASSEN! #203 - 1320 55 STREET 2 BEDS / 2 BATHS / 1280 SQ. FT. NEW PRICE $599,000

GROUND LEVEL UNIT IN HUNTER GREEN! #107 - 1300 HUNTER ROAD 2 BEDS / 2 BATHS / 1129 SQ. FT. NEW PRICE $529,999

$1,699,000 BEAUTIFUL HOmE WITH SPECTACULAR VIEWS! 343 ROSEHILL WyND 4 BEDS / 4 BATHS / 5495 SQ. FT. OFFERED AT $1,699,000

SERVING SERVINGCLIENTS CLIENTSIN IN Richmond, Ladner,Tsawwassen, Tsawwassen,White WhiteRock Rock Richmond, Ladner,

$959,000

STUNNING LIkE NEW OVERLOOkING GOLF COURSE 5565 COmmODORE DRIVE 4 BEDS / 3 BATHS / 2575 SQ. FT. OFFERED AT $1,365,000

TOTALLy RENOVATED HOmE IN CUL-DE-SAC! 4766 CEDAR TREE LANE 3 BEDS / 3 BATHS / 1878 SQ. FT. OFFERED AT $959,000

CALL US AT (604) 946-8000 EmAIL US AT AILEEN@AILEENNOGUER.COm SEE mORE AT AILEENNOGUER.COm

sold

$1,185,000

sold

$1,185,000

RANCHER W/LOFT IN QUIET CUL-DE-SAC! 1234 PACIFIC DRIVE 4 BEDS / 4 BATHS / 3606 SQ. FT. OFFERED AT $1,185,000

TASTEFULLy UPDATED HOmE IN VICTORy SOUTH 5139 BENTLEy DRIVE 4 BEDS / 3 BATHS / 2871 SQ. FT. NEW PRICE $1,185,000

sold

sold

AILEEN NOGUER REALTOR®

PERSONAL REAL ESTATE CORPORATION

$1,398,000 AmAZING BEACH COTTAGE W/STUDIO 168 67 STREET 3 BEDS / 3 BATHS / 1630 SQ. FT. OFFERED AT $1,398,000

$1,029,999 BEAUTIFUL 3 BED HOmE IN GREAT LOCATION! #8 - 5511 48B AVE 3 BEDS / 3 BATHS / 1916 SQ. FT. OFFERED AT $1,029,999

CARA SCHNEIDER REALTOR®

RE/MAX PROGROUP REALTY 5360 12TH AVENUE, DELTA, BC, V4M 2B3

September 3, 2020 The Delta Optimist A47

Jennifer McIver 778-788-5078

Leanne Lionello 604-209-5294

j e n n i f e r @ 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 e l i o n e l l o . c o m

JUST SOLD

NEW PRICE

NEW LISTING

$998,000 101 - 1892 Starling Drive, Tsawwassen $529,000

5072 Cedar Springs Drive, Tsawwassen $1,548,000 1106 50 Street, Tsawwassen LUXURY RESORT HOME ON TSAWWASSEN SPRINGS GOLF COURSE 3 BED | 3.5 BATH | 2197 SQ.FT. | 3207 SQ.FT. LOT

THE PERFECT SIZED AND CENTRALLY LOCATED RANCHER 3 BED | 2 BATH | 1518 SQ.FT. | 7072 SQ.FT. LOT

BRAND NEW 2 BDRM & DEN AT PEREGRINE NORTH - SPACIOUS PATIO 2 BED | 2 BATH | 970 SQ.FT.

SOLD FOR HAPPY CLIENTS IN THE PAST TWO MONTHS! SOLD

JUST SOLD

SOLD

SOLD

SOLD

Marketed by Royal LePage Regency

Marketed by Royal LePage Regency

206 - 4690 Hawk Lane

307 - 5011 Springs Blvd 411 - 4977 Springs Blvd 308 - 2950 King George Hwy 203 - 4743 West River Rd 105 - 8300 Bennett Rd, Rmd

SOLD

SOLD

SOLD

Marketed by Mosaic

Marketed by Unilife

101 - 4638 Orca Way

78 Diefenbaker Wynd

SOLD

SOLD

173 67A Street

SOLD

SOLD

1125 52A Street

34 - 1700 56th Street

JUST SOLD

SOLD

Marketed by RE/MAX Crest Realty

4875 62nd Street

Marketed by Sutton Group Seafair

Marketed by Royal LePage Regency

14362 32B Ave, S. Surrey 4956 Cedar Springs Drive

R E / M A X P R O G R O U P R E A LT Y | 5 3 6 0 1 2 AV E N U E , D E LTA , B C . V 4 M 2 B 3 | O F F I C E : 6 0 4 . 9 4 3 . 8 0 8 0 | E A C H O F F I C E I N D E P E N D E N T LY O W N E D A N D O P E R AT E D

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RE/MAX Progroup Realty 5360 12th Ave, Delta, BC

TOP 10% OF GREATER VANCOUVER REALTORS®

934 Gale Drive, Tsawwassen MLS# R2491035 $1,749,000

W NE

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G TIN S I L

16 Georgia Wynd, Tsawwassen MLS# R2452419 $2,499,000

Fully renovated West Coast Contemporary, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, on a 8988 sqft lot.

D OL S T JUS

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based on realtors sales for 2015-2018

30-12333 English Avenue, Richmond MLS# R2491125 $879,000

Ultimate luxury living with 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 3600 sqft plus unfinished basement.

D JUS

OL TS

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D OL S T JUS

W NE LD SO

G TIN S I L

2 bedroom & den 2.5 bathroom townhouse with private garage.

Steps away from the waterfront.

LD SO

163 English Bluff 1327 Enderby

LD SO Listed by RE/MAX City

168 67 Street Tsawwassen

#110-5550 Admiral Way

1608 Spyglass Cres 106-4977 Springs Blvd Tsawwassen Tsawwassen

4834 48 Avenue Ladner

Call me for a free market evaluation

LD SO

506 Centennial Pkwy 5437 18 Ave

LD SO

5155 11A Ave

LD SO

124-6505 3 Ave

A48 The Delta Optimist September 3, 2020

NEW LISTING

5475 45th Avenue, Ladner $949,000

Spacious 2376 SF 1.5 storey 6 bedroom plus flex room and 4 bathroom home with loads of character. Charming street appeal with English gardens and white picket fence. Large country kitchen with double French doors leading out to your private yard with entertainment sized wood deck. vaulted ceilings in the living room with wood fireplace.

Detached wired shed and walking distance to rec Center and transit.

4760 48B Street, Ladner $898,000

LIFESTYLE-YOUR STYLE! A 3 year-old, 2,000 sq. �. townhome in the heart of Ladner. Corner/end unit with 2 side-by-side secured parking spots. 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, open & bright with a kitchen designed for people who like to cook & entertain. SHOW STOPPER!

4651 54A Street, Ladner $1,599,000

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.

SOLD #207-4743 W River Road, Ladner

310 Tsawwassen Beach Rd, Tsaw $2,499,000

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.

5082 2A Avenue, Tsaw $1,350,000

4623 55th Street, Ladner $928,000

Fantas�c 3 bedroom 1.5 bathroom rancher situated on a private and maturely landscaped yard. 7567 SF west exposed Cul De Sac Lot. Great family loca�on. Well maintained home.

#106-4808 Linden Drive, Ladner $638,000

#503-5055 Springs Blvd, Tsaw $699,000

2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 904 sq.�, 5th floor condo in concrete building Tsawwassen Springs! Features 11 �. ceilings, open concept living/dining room, kitchen with granite counter tops, SS appliances, gas fireplace, geothermal hea�ng & air condi��oning, large in-suite storage room, and secured underground parking stall. PRIVATE south facing balcony with gas BBQ outlet.

#305-4745 54A Street, Ladner $515,000

Spectacular 3-bedroom rancher in desirable upper Tsawwassen loca�on near Pebble Hill tradi�onal school and parks. Situated on a park like landscaped 7104 square-foot southern exposed lot. Plenty of parking, stamped concrete driveway, bright open a Layout. Well maintained and many updates to list. Retreat to your spa like ensuite a�er a long day.

Keira Gardens. Seldom available 3 bedroom 2 bathroom end unit with 2 parking spaces including garage. High ceiling on top and main floors, sunny deck and private pa�o. Quiet loca�on. Fantas�c loca�on.

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.

5338 9th Avenue Tsawwassen

579 54th Street, Tsaw $929,000

#46-5300 Admiral Way, Ladner $1,149,000

Located central Tsawwassen. Well maintained split entry 2 storey family home. Updates including roof, windows, HW Tank, furnace, drainage, 2 gas fireplaces, large country kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms and more. Spacious floor plan 3 bedrooms up and 2 more down. Close to schools, transit and town center.

SOLD 296 66A Street, Ladner

Solid 2 level family home in desirable upper Tsawwassen Neighborhood. Offering 4 bedrooms up plus den down, 2 decks, vaulted ceilings and detached garage. Minutes from Elementary and secondary schools and transit.

Situated on a 6878 SF southern exposed corner lot.

SOLD 5565 Commodore Drive, Ladner

CONVENIENCE, PRIVACY & SECURITY at Woodward Landing. 2380 sq. �., 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, large double car garage, master on the main, guest rooms and office upstairs. Private & quiet backyard. COZY, FRIENDLY & CAREFREE!

SOLD C108-4831 53rd Street, Ladner

September 3, 2020 The Delta Optimist A49

632 Goldenrod Boulevard, Tsaw $1,249,000

#203-1319 Mar�n St, White Rock 1071 Pacific Drive, Tsaw $2,798,000 $619,000

4744 48B Street, Ladner $449,000

AN OUTRIGHT GEM! Time-less architecture with an ideal family layout of 3 bedrooms, bonus room, large double garage, private & level backyard. Long list of upgrades! Choice home in a choice loca�on!

Rare 1968 SF 3 bedroom 3 bathroom condo in The Cedars. 55+ buildings No rentals Pets allowed. 2 parking 2 lockers and 3 decks. Walk to beach and bou�que shops and ameni�es. ORIGINALLY a 1 bedroom and 2 bedroom condos combined by original developer.

Best seats in the house for Ocean & Gulf Island Views! So much space both inside and out. Outstanding lot of 15,231 sq. �. with large custom built 4000 sq. �. side split. In-ground pool, circular driveway, outstanding loca�on and more. Entertain, Relax & Enjoy in your sunny backyard with stunning views!

1,130 SF, 2 bdrm townhome. FAIREHARBOUR. Completely updated. End unit. Convenient, private, quiet & renovated. Low maintenance living & pet friendly. New roof this year!

#374-1440 Garden Place, Tsaw $375,000

4591 Aurora Court, Ladner $1,579,000

5052 Cedar Springs Drive, Tsaw $1,788,000

#302-1153 54A Street, Tsaw $475,000

5368 Laurel Drive, Ladner $1,325,000

5580 Wallace Avenue, Tsaw $1,038,000

TOP FLOOR. Your money couldn’t buy more! Over 1000 sq. �.

Excep�onal value for a 2 bedroom apartment in a prime loca�on.

Bright, private, safe & secure. New carpets, fireplace, balcony & easy walk to everything in Tsawwassen. Bring your pet.

SOMETHING EXTRAORDINARY! The perfect family 4-bedroom home, with games room & den, extensively updated & upgraded inside & out including a backyard oasis w/ swimming pool, drama�c water feature, automa�c safety cover & glass covered living space w/ gas fire table. The harvest of features & improvements is extensive.

#413-5011 Springs Blvd, Tsaw $1,099,000

4825 Linden Drive, Ladner $819,000

SOMETHING SPECIAL! 1630 sq. �. in a CONCRETE building, 2 bedrooms & den, privately located on the corner with plenty of space & abundance of light. South exposure with huge covered deck & gas heater. BONUS – private & secured double garage. Perfec�on!

SOLD 5338 Galleon Place, Ladner

Centrally located 1353 SF 3 bedroom 2 bathroom rancher plus garage and sunroom. Maturely landscaped bright west exposed corner lot. Minutes to transit shopping and ameni�es!

SOLD 241 67A Street, Tsaw

2,653 SF – 3 brdms – 4 bath – 3,771 SF lot.

Den & media room. Views of the 9th Fairway.

Customised finishing. Pkg for 4 cars.

Execu�ve 5 bedroom and 5 bathroom 2 storey family home with room down for the nanny or in-laws. Fantas�c quiet cul-de-sac loca�on in popular Victory South! Features radiant HW heat on both floors, 9’ ceilings on the main. Large pa�o, granite counters, SS appliances, planta�on shu�ers and faux blinds, quality finishes throughout. Excellent layout.

SOLD 13709 56A Avenue, Tsaw

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.

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!

SOLD 4326 40th Street, Ladner

A50 The Delta Optimist September 3, 2020

Eugene Knoedler PERSONAL REAL ESTATE CORPORATIO ON SERVICE AND RESULTS YOU DESERV VE CELL 604.219.3177 | DELTAREALESTATE.N ET

Eugene@eugenek.ca

Progroup Realty

Medallion Club represents the top 10% of Greater Vancouver Realtors based on MLS sales.

#101 1369 56 Street NEW LISTING

$388,000 Large 1 bedroom ground floor unit

conveniently located in Windsor Woods - The Oxford. Only steps to shopping, transit, library and recreation. This complex is well maintained with amenities such as exercise room, hot tub, sauna, storage and more. This unit has 9ft ceilings, newer laminate flooring, updated bathroom with shower and soaker tub. Large 130 sq ft south facing private patio with gas BBQ hookup.

$1,998,888

NEW CUSTOM HOME

5477 15B Avenue

$1,028,000

NEW LISTING

NEW PRICE

Designed by local Architect firm Buro47, this new quality built 6 bdrm/5 bath home in Central Tswn. has something for everyone. Over over 5000 sq ft, Open concept floor plan, high end finishing and fixtures, suite potential, too many features to list. Great value here!

NEW LISTING

1039 Walalee Drive

$649,000

$1,348,000 View from above” This lovingly cared for & extensively renovated post & beam home is located in the Village in sunny Tsawwassen. 3 Bedroom + den/ 3 bathrooms with views to Mt Baker, Boundary Bay, and the North shore mountains.

Transformed by the current owners into a modern oasis with major renovations throughout. $1,348,000

NEW LISTING

1585 Beach Grove Road

#103-1250 55 Street

Which way to the Beach! Charming 3 bed/3 bath home located Gorgeous ground level unit is The Sandollar. This spacious across the street from public beach access in Beach Grove. 2063 sq ft, updated with edge grain fir cabinetry throughout, corian and bright 1333 sq ft 2 bedroom/2 bathroom home is countertops, s/s appliances and more. Great opportunity to own in a desirable location close to town center, Beach Grove Elementary located mere steps from Tsawwassen Town center. school, Beach Grove golf course, Boundary Bay dyke park and several beach access points.

NEW CUSTOM HOME

$1,999,999

NEW CUSTOM HOME

$1,179,999

$1,999,999

JUST SOLD

JUST SOLD

JUST SOLD

Building Lot 164 66A Street

5483 15B Avenue

335 Centennial Parkway

SOLD 1660 Duncan Drive

RE/MAX Progroup Realty | 5360 12th Avenue, Delta, BC V4M 2B3 | Office 604.943.8080 | Eugene@eugenek.ca | deltarealestate.net

5342 9th Avenue • $1,739,550

OPEN SUNDAY 2-4PM

ALLEN SCHWABE 604-644-5664 1625 56th Street, Tsawwassen

seafair.com

604-943-3110

Beautiful new air conditioned Home on a central lot. Radiant heat, air conditioning, HRV, top line appliances, quartz counters, incredible detail and quality. Close to schools, transit, recreation and shopping. Live worry free in a new quality home in sunny Tsawwassen.

Purchase early for your own input into finishing.

5346 9th Avenue • $1,739,550

OPEN SUNDAY 2-4PM

Move into your beautiful new air conditioned home.

Radiant heat, HRV, top end appliances, quartz counters, gourmet kitchen, incredible attention to detail and quality will all be included.

Close to schools, transit, recreation and shopping.

Live worry free in your brand new quality home in Tsawwassen.

1150 163B Street, Surrey • $1,190,000 Wonderful family home in private Cul De Sac. Very central area in South Surrey, close to transit, shopping and beaches. Great yard for family and possible suite down, this property has everything. Do not hesitiate. View Now!

46 Nose Point Road Salt Spring Island $559,900

790 Glenwood Place $1,398,000

September 3, 2020 The Delta Optimist A51

LANCE HUGHES 604.943.8080

■

Brian Elsey

LIFETIME MEMBER

604-551-9396

www.lancehughes.com

www.brianelsey.ca

Re/Max Progroup Realty

The Classic, one of Tsawwassen’s finest locations. Many new building upgrades including re-piping, new aluminum windows, retractable screens and updated courtyard.

This 1418 sq. ft. corner unit has a modern open concept kitchen with granite counters and s/s appliances.

Large Master bedroom with walk-in closet. View of golf course from d/r window. Presently rented @ $2190/ month to long term tenants. Pets allowed with restrictions. Great value, and walking distance to shopping and buses.

$599,900

94-5900 Ferry Road Chesapeake Landing, Resort style living, steps away from hiking, biking trails and golf course. This “Mallard” plan features 2 levels with custom crown moulding, hardwood floors, built-ins and loads of natural light. Private over sized patio backs onto outdoor pool and club house. Bonus double garage. Chesapeake is a well kept adult oriented community with clubhouse, pool, hot tub, fitness centre and guest suite. Note 19+ age restricted. Bonus new roof, gutters & facia boards in, 2020.

$959,900

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MLS R2476096 360º TOUR THE STREET OF DREAMS 862 51st STREET

WOW! This beautifully updated home on one of Tsawwassen’s most desired streets is move in ready. Features quality updates to kitchen, bathrooms, flooring, windows, furnace, paint and more. The great layout Includes ground floor open living with 3 bedrooms & den up, vaulted ceilings in the living room and bonus in home office. The outside offers gorgeous landscaping and a very private deck area just perfect for entertaining.

$5,950,000

MLS R242 27676

FUTURE INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY 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.

JUST LISTED

$849,900 0

$595,000

SUNDIAL! Sunny South West facing townhome in popular Sundial Villas. Private location off the street.

It is IMMACULATE! Measuring over 1300 square feet it is perfect for first time Buyers, or those planning to downsize. There are 2 Bedrooms upstairs and a den which is currently being used as a third (babyʼs) bedroom. Downstairs there is a kitchen and a wellappointed living room with a wood burning fireplace and a slider to the private south facing patio. Storage is available. All appliances are approximately 4 years old. This is a great pet friendly complex with wonderful neighbors It is steps away from the town center with easy access to restaurants, banks, stores etc. It is also just a short car ride to the new Tsawwassen Mills and Tsawwassen Commons Malls. Schools are also close by.

***SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT***

Call Brian or Harry for a FREE MARKET EVALUATION of your home!

RE/MAX PROGROUP - 5360 12TH AVE, DELTA, B.C. - 604.943.8080

AMEX BROADWAY WEST REALTY - SUITE 201-10055 W. BROADWAY - 604.738.8878

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BEV KINGSTON 7 7 8 -2 3 0 - 8 7 5 3

604.250.8216 $1,169,000

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414-1359 56 STREET 115-5421 10 AVENUE

North West facing Penthouse condo in popular Windsor Woods. Just steps to recreation, schools, restaurants and shops and close to the beach. Beautifully kept, this 2 bedroom 2 bathroom condo has a recently updated 4 piece second bathroom (less than l year) and kitchen (2012). The master bedroom has a huge closet and room for a king sized bed. Oak hardwood flooring throughout, crown molding, large sundeck, and a gas fireplace. Gas is included in the maintenance fee. There is 1 parking underground and a storage locker. Windsor Woods is a very well run complex, close to shopping, and central to everything including transit, Tsawwassen Mills, Tsawwassen Commons and schools - including the prestigious Southpointe Academy. Pets allowed with restrictions. Rentals allowed with restrictions.

A NAME YOU CAN COUNT ON! SINCE 198 88...

CALL FOR A FREE MARKET EVALUATION

M INT P PO YA

NEW PRICE

JOHN NIELSEN

NEW W PRICE

604-315-2633

www.harryratchford.ca

405-1350 View Crescent

JUST LISTED

Harry Ratchford

www.BevKingston.com email: Bev@bevkingston.com $ 1 ,2 2 8 9 ,0 000

NEW LISTINGS

$ 1 ,2 2 8 9 ,0 000

MLS S R2471644 360 0º TOUR R RANCHER ON HUGE LOT 1330 53A STREET

Spacious 3 bedroom rancher with huge garage on a 16,488 sq. ft. lot with access to backyard tall a tall double carport that could be enclosed for future shop or ideal storage for boat, quads or RV. Home features a 5 year old roof, custom floor plan with sunken living room & corner f/p, a grand entry and wide hallways. Property also offers bonus storage shed/workshop, lots of space for the avid gardener and a central location to all amenities.

JUST LISTED

19 Wallace Pl, Pebble Hill

29 50th St, Pebble Hill

$ 1 ,1 1 8 9 ,0 000

$ 1 ,73 3 8 ,0 000

$1,200,0 000

SOLD

MLS S R246 620 086 36 60º TO OUR

5342 9A Ave, Central Tsawwassen

$ 1 ,73 3 8 ,0 000

5386 4A Ave, Pebble Hill

Leased!

PRIME VILLAGE LOCATION 1168 SKANA DRIVE

This sprawling executive rancher features 4 large bedrooms, great custom floor plan and inground pool all on an amazing 11,371 sq. ft. lot is truly a rare find. Also offers radiant hot water heat, skylights, B/I vac system, covered courtyard with pond and waterfall, oversize double garage, inground sprinklers and more. Enjoy sunny days in your private backyard around the pool in one of Tsawwassen’s nicest neighborhoods.

EXPERIENCE • KNOWLEDGE • PROFESSIONALISM www.westcoastfarmsteads.com info@johnnielsen.ca

Re/Max Real Estate Services #110-3540 West 41st Ave, Vancouver V6N 3E6

366 55th St, Pebble Hill

River House Condo, Ladner

Sales & Property Management

A52 The Delta Optimist September 3, 2020

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

68 YEARS

FR REE MAR RKET EVALU UATIO ON SHARON

ROBIN

BROOKE

Unlicensed Assistant

604-868-2844 604-868-2827 $729,000 111-1350 VIEW CRESCENT

JUST LISTED

Views overlooking Beach Grove Golf Course.

Spectacular, modern, contemporary 1,484 Sq Ft 2 bedroom, 2 bath, corner end unit Condo in The Classic, a concrete Building in central Tsawwassen. This immaculate, mostly updated, suite features all new appliances, white Kitchen, new beautiful laminate flooring, totally open concept floor plan, newly painted white throughout. Huge 2 level high new windows that span the entire front of the suite, with sliders to a private 220 sq.ft. outdoor patio overlooking the golf course. Lots of windows. Shows beautifully!

CALL SHARON 604-868-2827

JUST

$1,799,000

BEST IN BEACH GROVE!!!

Outstanding Custom Built Home in Beach Grove's finest location. Close to Beach, Golf Course, Parks & Elementary School. This gorgeous home features Custom Wood Cabinetry, Black Walnut Wood Floors, Extensive Millworking, fabulous Covered Patio, Euroline Tilt & Turn Windows and Door & Outdoor Shower. This home boasts an Oversize Garage and very Cool ManCave, Office or Gym. Sunniest Lot in Beach Grove with 2500 sqft, 4 Bdrm, 3 Baths & Den. This home has it all!!

ROBIN 604-868-2844

$1,099,000

JUST

DON'T MISS THIS HOME!!!

Excellent Family Home on English Bluff Road. Beautiful 10,000 + sqft Lot with Total Privacy and a Gardener's Dream. House is in Excellent Condition and has a Great Floor Plan. Great Home. Great Price.

ROBIN 604-868-2844

$999,000

JUST

PRICE REDUCED

JUST SOLD

GOOD LOCATION GREAT PRICE!!!

#308-1175 55TH STREET, TSAWWASSEN

Great Family Home on quiet street in Tsawwassen. Home has beautiful landscaped yard with sunny western exposure. Home is good condition with new bathroom and a warm family feel. Close to schools, parks and most amenities. Great home at a great price.

ROBIN 604-868-2844

SOLD

SOLD

JUST SOLD

SOLD

308-1150 54A ST TSAWWASSEN

204-1280 55 ST TSAWWASSEN

#202 THE VIEW TSAWWASSEN

1430 VIEW CRES TSAWWASSEN

$499,000

JUST SOLD

PENTHOUSE in Tsawwassen's desirable Onyx Court. This 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom CORNER unit features 1,018 sqft and a well designed layout with bedrooms on opposite sides, vaulted ceilings, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, cozy fireplace, laminate wood floors, large windows-loads of natural light, 1 parking stall & storage locker. This wonderfully located condo is just steps to the town center. Call now for more info.

604-868-2844

JUST SOLD

JUST SOLD

555 TRALEE CRES 701-1350 VIEW CRES 5625 GOLDENROD CRES TSAWWASSEN TSAWWASSEN TSAWWASSEN

*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

September 3, 2020 The Delta Optimist A53

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

68 YEARS

FREE MARKET EVALUATION

604-868-2844 604-868-2827 JUST LISTED

ROBIN

SHARON $1,199,000

BROOKE

Unlicensed Assistant

215 MORNINGSIDE DR.

Views overlooking Ocean, Mountains & Boundary Bay! Located in Upper Tsawwassen in Exclusive Morningside Bareland Strata Development. This beautiful home features 3,723, sq ft with living on the Main Level including a Large Master Bedroom & Ensuite with a Walk Out Deck. The Remodelled White Kitchen has Quartz Counters, a Large Eating Area with access to a Huge Patio overlooking Views. The Upper Level has another Master Bedroom off the Family Room with a Deck and Views. Lower Level has a huge Games Room, 2 Bedrooms & Full Bath (Suite Potential).

Surrounded by lovely gardens and greenery. A Home & Lifestyle that is a very rare find!

CALL SHARON 604-868-2827

JUST LISTED

JUST LISTED

$1,499,000

BEST SUNSET VIEWS & LOCATION IN TSAW

Custom Designed Home with simply the Best Views in Tsawwassen. This Totally Private 2 Bedroom & Den home has an Outstanding Open Floor Plan to take full advantage of all the spectacular Ocean Sunset Views. There will NEVER be another home like this in Tsawwassen. Call for Floor Plans and more Info.

ROBIN 604-868-2844

SOLD

SOLD

NEW LISTING

$1,899,000

FABULOUS NEW HOME IN UPPER TSAW

Great new home in one of Tsawwassen's finest locations.

Excellent open floor plan with 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms and totally separate 1 bedroom inlaw suite. Home is approx. 3200 sq.ft. on a fabulous western exposed yard on a quiet street. Close to parks and schools. Nothing like this in Tsawwassen.

Call now for more info. 604-868-2844

SOLD

JUST LISTED JUST LISTED

$2,099,000

215 54A STREET New home in fabulous location in Upper Tsawwassen. Great floor plan, sunny western exposure, close to parks and schools. Just starting construction so time to customize. Call for plans and info.

ROBIN 604-868-2844

SOLD SOLD

5171 DENNISON DR 217 MORNINGSIDE DR 5331 10A AVENUE 5327 UPLAND DR 219 MORNINGSIDE DR TSAWWASSEN TSAWWASSEN TSAWWASSEN TSAWWASSEN TSAWWASSEN

SOLD

SOLD

5337 1A AVENUE TSAWWASSEN

306-1153 54A ST TSAWWASSEN

*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

sharonreimer@telus.net

www.sharonreimer.com

A54 The Delta Optimist September 3, 2020

SOLD COMMITTED SOUTH DELTA Professionals

LIFESTYLE

BC FERRIES SPIRIT TRAIL

COOPERATION Beach Grove FOR NEIGHBOUR INVESTMENT Deas Island Park DIEFENBAKER PARK

HOLLY

Heritage BUYERS

REAL ESTATE Farms

FAMILY

North 40

Home

NATURE

OCEAN

MAY DAYS

Jenn McGregor

Vicky Hamilton

Jennifer Dupuis Personal Real Estate Corporation

Personal Real Estate Corporation

Amber Baird

Yolanda Hoolsema

Alison Steen

RE/MAX Progroup Realty www.jennmcgregor.com

Sutton Group Seafair Realty www.homeswithvicky.com

Sutton Group Seafair Realty www.jenniferdupuis.com

Sutton Group Seafair Realty www.amberbaird.com

Sutton Group Seafair Realty www.yolandahoolsema.com

Sutton Group Seafair Realty www.alisonsteen.com

Personal Real Estate Corporation

778-839-8947

604-908-1593

604-315-5560

208 - 5906 176A Street - Cloverdale

604-375-7250

604-250-5048

604-790-5859

OFFER PENDING

102-8760 No. 1 Road - Richmond

102 - 5550 14B Avenue - Tsawwassen

Listed By Remax Progroup Realty

1

| 1

Listed By Remax Progroup Realty

| 860 ft

2

2

$269,000

| 970 ft

$390,000

2

| 2

| 1391 ft2

$459,000

Wyndham Estates, 1 bed + den, & a 7x5 in-suite storage room, insuite laundry & a huge 21x5 west exposed deck.

Apple Green! Spacious floorplan & west facing. Maint. fees include: Heat & Hot Water. Shared laundry. Facilities include indoor/outdoor pool, lounges, sauna, billiards. 1 parking spot & locker.

Boutique condo in the heart of Tsawwassen- priced to sell!

PRICE REDUCED

NEW LISTING

OFFER PENDING

210 - 1738 55A Street - Tsawwassen

216 - 1166 54A Street - Tsawwassen

320 - 1120 Tsatsu Shores Drive - Tsawwassen

Listed By Remax Progroup Realty

3

| 2 2.5 5

Listed By Remax Progroup Realty

| 1235 ft2

$599,000

2

City Homes Northgate 4 years old, 2 secure parking spaces, beautifully designed w/ open space, high ceilings, stainless steel appliances, gas stove & gas hookup on the balcony.

970 Gale Drive - Tsawwassen

Listed By Sutton Seafair Realty

4

| 2

Listed By Sutton Seafair Realty

2

|3

| 1149 ft2

2

$649,000

2

$1,199,000

Beautifully updated home! Plenty of space for your family & located on a large western exposed lot in the English Bluff Elementary school catchment.

3

| 2

| 1252 ft2

$689,000

Welcome to the BRIO - only 5 years old, open layout, master bedroom with huge walk in closet & ensuite, covered deck, secure parking & a central location!

Welcome to Tsatsu Shores. This stunning condo is not only waterfront but you also have views of the North Shore mountains from your kitchen! Call today!

1715 Farrell Crescent - Tsawwassen

15555 Rosemary Heights Crescent - South Surrey

Listed By Sutton Seafair Realty

| 2104 ft | 8030 803 ft Lot 2

| 2

Listed By Sutton Seafair Realty

|2

Listed By Remax Progroup Realty

| 1722 ft | 5791 579 ft Lot 2

2

$1,269,000

JEWEL OF BEACH GROVE. This stunning fully renovated rancher features an open floor plan, updated kitchen, bathrooms and an additional separate space that is perfect for an office or studio Beautifully landscaped and sun-drenched private backyard is an entertainer’s dream.

Sutton Group-Seafair Realty, 100-5000 Bridge Street, Ladner, BC, V4K 2K4

4

|4

| 3300 ft2 | 6028 ft2 Lot $1,490,000

Morgan Creek! Updated kitchen, vaulted ceilings, private 2 tiered yard, 1 bedroom in law suite, close to schools, great family home in a great neighbourhood!

Remax Progroup Realty, 5090 48th Avenue, Ladner, BC, V4K 2X7

September 3, 2020 The Delta Optimist A55

Centennial Beach

Market Days

FRED GINGELL PARK

SUNNY TSAWWASSEN

Boundary Bay

Solidarity SELLERS

PORT GUICHON

United

MOVING

MEMORIAL PARK

LADNER VILLAGE

SUPPORT

TOWNHOME

Eagles

SALE EXPERTS COLLABORATION

Community REALTOR

CONDO SHOP LOCAL

REAL ESTATE IS COLLABORATIVE As independent Realtors, we have collaborated to showcase prime real estate listings to our South Delta community. We’re dedicated to continuing to provide you with excellent service and expert advice!

Jackie Lauder

Julianne Maxwell

Kelly Albus

Sutton Group Seafair Realty www.lauderhomes.com

RE/MAX Progroup Realty www.juliannemaxwell.com

Sutton Group Seafair Realty www.realestatewithkelly.com

Personal Real Estate Corporation

778-840-8377

604-817-5579

If you are interested in any of these featured listings or want to talk about the real estate market, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with one of us. We are all here to help.

778-386-1423

PRICE REDUCED

103 - 1441 Garden Place - Tsawwassen

206 - 4815 55B Street - Ladner

203 - 4815 55B Street - Ladner

Listed By Sutton Seafair Realty

Listed By Sutton Seafair Realty

2

| 2

| 1032 ft2

$474,900

1

| 1

Listed By Sutton Seafair Realty

| 760 ft2

2

$475,000

| 2

| 992 ft2

$579,000

Renovated 2 bedroom 2 bathroom Ground Floor Unit! Kitchen features wood cabinets & quartz counters. Open living/dining room, complete with wide plank flooring. Too much to list!! Feels brand new!!!

‘The Pointe’! Bright unit w/LARGE DEN, south exposed condo in 4 yrs new bldg w/ jaw dropping shared roof deck.

Quartz counters, custom cabinets, lighting & paint colours.

Bright,spacious,corner unit, on the quiet side of one of Ladner’s newest buildings. Enjoy the view from the fantastic rooftop terrace.

2 parking & in-suite storage.

508 - 11501 84th Avenue - North Delta

OFFER PENDING

5090 Westminster Avenue - Ladner

2 - 4780 55B Street - Ladner

Listed By Sutton Seafair Realty

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| 1221 fft2

Listed By Sutton Seafair Realty

Listed By Remax Progroup Realty

$697,800

Delta Gardens! Brand new, bright & spacious corner home, quiet side of the building. Huge covered deck with city & mountain views! Fantastic location & NO GST.

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| 1783 ft2

$769,900

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| 1712 ft2 | 6383 ft2 Lot

$969,000

A beautifully laid out & well maintained home. This home features an updated kitchen, large master w/en-suite, sunny private yard; perfect for entertaining & lots of parking!!

Leanders Lane 4 bdrm 4 bath quality townhome with 1738 sq ft of living space. The kitchen has custom cabinets w/granite countertops & stainless steel appliances. This unit is move in ready.

PRICE REDUCED

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4666 53rd Street - Ladner

107 - 4743 W River Road - Ladner

3560 40 Street - Ladner th

Listed By Sutton Seafair Realty

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|3 3783 783 fftt2 | 1 1.93 9 Acres Lot $2,199,000

Stunning 2-acre estate on private street. Custom kitchen w/eating area leading out to covered patio. Oversized master w/walk in & renovated ensuite. Bonus games room upstairs!

Listed By Sutton Seafair Realty

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Listed By Sutton Seafair Realty

| 1353 ft

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$639,000

Ground floor, completely renovated. new flooring, kitchen, bathrooms & paint, lovely private patio with green space beside, close to Historic Ladner Village

Sutton Group-Seafair Realty, 1625 56 Street, Tsawwassen, BC, V4L 2B2

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| 1585 ft2 | 6053 ft2 Lot $1,029,000

Updated 3 bedroom + flex room home situated on 6053 sq ft lot.

Entertainers/Gardeners dream with stunning open concept kitchen leading to private backyard.

Remax Progroup Realty, 5360 12th Avenue, Delta, BC, V4M 2B3

A56 The Delta Optimist September 3, 2020

Mike Van Straaten

Direct: 604-315-0120 Office:

604-943-3110

mike@mikevs.com For recent sales inTsawwassen & Ladner Visit:www.mikevs.com

Seafair Realty 1625 - 56th Street Delta, BC V4L 2B2

5180 Winskill Drive $1,098,000 Unbeatable Location with Large lot Don’t miss this move-in ready bright South facing home on a beautiful 9,020 sqft corner lot steps from Brandrith multi sport park and Cliff Drive (French Immersion) Elementary.. Located on a quiet family street with no thru-road and within close proximity to town, shopping, schools, Tsawwassen Springs and highway 17, this home is truly a gem. It has been loved and well maintained by its current owners for the last 31 years. Some of its features include renovated open kitchen with gas range, built in solid maple cabinets in the kitchen, dining and living room, updated bathrooms with large walk in shower and jet tub, crown mouldings, hardwood floors, pot lights, built in speakers, well landscaped yard and vegetable garden. Plumbing and electrical are present for suite potential along with unfinished space for kitchen. Easy to show!

4662 Evergreen Lane $1,099,000 House Plus Additional Coach House Outstanding opportunity to own a meticulously maintained, craftsman detached home with separate coach house and oversized 2 car garage. Steps from transit, shopping, schools and McKee Senior Center. The coach house is a fully contained suite with generous space for a home office, mortgage helper and rental income generator. The pristine, never rented coach house has a full kitchen, in suite laundry, loft, balcony & separate address. The options afford endless flexibility! The main house boasts a fully remodeled Westwerk designed kitchen! Features include: Nickel soft close shaker cabinets, quartz countertops, Jenn-Air fridge and gas range, wide plank German engineered laminate floors and radiant heat. Sky lit 3rd level could easily be finished as playroom or extra bedroom.

September 3, 2020 The Delta Optimist A57

2019: TOP 10% OF GREATER VANCOUVER REALTORS®

Trisha

• SUCCESSFULLY SELLING SOUTH DELTA REAL ESTATE •

3 BEDROOM TOWNHOMES IN DEMAND AND BEACH GROVE HOMES IN STRONG DEMAND - PLEASE CALL TRISH

6635 3RD AVENUE

$1,295,000 101-5472 11 AVENUE

$499,000 167 65B STREET

$1,495,000

109N 1100 56 STREET $525,000 NEW LISTING Boundary Bay - Wonderful NEW LISTING Private entry and patio in NEW LISTING Boundary bay Staycation Private Patio Entry at the Prestigious Royal Oaks. home with swimming pool staycation home by the beach the town centre

1026 PACIFIC PLACE $2,988,000 Amazing 6800 sq ft Quality build in the Village

5159 GALWAY DRIVE

$679,000 $1,049,000 5681 SHERWOOD BLVD $1,299,000 201-5555 13A AVENUE NEW LISTING Rare opportunity, over 1400 sq ft

NEW LISTING Pebble Hill family home

at the Campton with water view

3900 sq ft executive home

4652 WESLEY DR $1,199,900

Rancher with basement in the 34-1700 56 STREET Village

4986 8A AVENUE

5625 GOLDENROD CRES

95-15588 32ND AVE

1511 DUNCAN DRIVE

4953 10A AVENUE

607-1350 VIEW CR

201-5011 SPRINGS BLVD 363 CENTENNIAL PKWY

4950 12 AVENUE

211-1120 TSATSU SHORES

296 66A STREET

1397 DUNCAN DRIVE 532 TSAWWASSEN BEACH RD 5117 LINDEN DRIVE 345 CENTENNIAL PKWY 1650 FARRELL CRES

Trisha Murphy 604.312.7621 Sold@TrishaMurphy.ca

Dynamic Marketing • Expert Contract Knowledge Experienced Negotiating Skills

MASTERS AWARD

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

WWW.DELTAOPENHOUSE.CA

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A58 The Delta Optimist September 3, 2020

NEW LISTING!

$1,948,000

1337 ENDERBY AVENUE, TSAWWASSEN $379,000

2 Bedrooms - 2 Bathrooms

VIEWS!

$319,000

508-1251 CARDERO ST, VANCOUVER

1906-1251 CARDERO ST, VANCOUVER

VIEW LOTS!

NEW LISTING!

1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom

CALL FOR DETAILS!

$519,000

201-1175 55TH STREET, TSAWWASSEN

4 Bedrooms - 3 Bathrooms

NEW LISTING!

NEW LISTING!

1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom

$499,900

CITY VIEWS

$489,800

2101-1850 COMOX ST, VANCOUVER 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom

CITY VIEWS

$499,000

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2 LY N O SERVICED LOTS IN LADYSMITH! LOT 426 62'X170' - $225,000 LOT 432 62'X162' - $225,000 LOT 434 62'X150' - $225,000 SOLD

WATERFRONT!

$2,678,800

1805-1850 COMOX STREET, VANCOUVER

718-774 GREAT NORTHERN WAY, VAN

WATERFRONT!

LARGE LOT

1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom

$1,999,000

SOLD

SOLD 3 Bedrooms - 3 Bathrooms

$1,098,000

5 Bedrooms - 3 Bathrooms

NEW LISTING!

$988,000

SOLD

20 TSAWWASSEN BEACH RD, TSAWWASSEN 1434 BEACH GROVE RD, TSAWWASSEN NEW LISTING!

1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom

$1,049,000

5415 PATON DRIVE, LADNER 3 Bedrooms - 2 Bathrooms

BEACH LIFE!

$1,298,000

SOLD

SOLD

SOLD

5652 9A AVENUE, TSAWWASSEN

5466 7B AVENUE, TSAWWASSEN

197 66 STREET, BOUNDARY BAY

4 Bedrooms - 2 Bathrooms

4 Bedrooms - 2 Bathrooms

3 Bedrooms - 3 Bathrooms

September 3, 2020 The Delta Optimist A59

Kathy JOHNSON

seaffair reallty

5000 Bridge Street, Ladner

778.773.9563 kjohnson@sutton.com

604.943.3110

SPECIALIZING IN FLOAT HOMES BUT HANDLE ALL TYPES OF PROPERTIES

#29 - 3459 W River Road Ladner • $959,000 NEW LISTING

• 3 Bedroom, 2 bathroom float home in Canoe Pass Village • Over 1500 sq ft float home in Canoe Pass Village • With a boat slip, garage, storage and extra parking • Roof top deck has Water & island views

5011 57 Street Ladner • $789,000

6W2-8191 River Road Richmond • $475,000

WATERFRONT! • Float Home in Richmond Marina • 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom with enclosed top floor surrounded by windows

• Waterfront Float Home – 1 bed/1 bath • Income Property • 2 bed/1 bath on shore • FUTURE POTENTIAL

4337 West River Road Ladner • $469,000

6152 Crescent Drive Ladner • $1,119,000

SOLD

SOLD

SOLD

SOLD

NEW LISTING

NEW LISTING

NEW LISTING

• 3 bedroom, 4 bath float home in Canoe Pass Village • Roof Top Deck has water and mountain views • Over 1800 sq. Ft with a boat slip, garage, storage and extra parking

4533 W River Road Ladner • $711,600

6W1 - 8191 River Road Richmond • $369,000

#2 - 3459 W River Road Ladner • $725,000

PAUL KHARA REAL ESTATE GROUP

Paul Khara

paulkhara@gmail.com

604.816.4568 Sutton Group - Seafair Realty

6011 LIVINGSTONE PLACE 5469 WESTMINSTER AVENUE

• 4 BEDROOMS & 6 BATHS • HOUSE IS 3156 SQ. FT. • DEEP LOT 44 X 153 FT. • 2-5-10 NEW HOME WARRANTY • ASKING $ 1,680,000

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5933 JOYCE STREET

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#309 4689 52A STREET

Calvin Khara

www.paulkhara.com

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#3 5053 47 AVENUE

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#406 4758 53 STREET

• 5 BEDROOMS & 5 BATHS • HOUSE IS 4365 SQ. FT. • LOT IS 8977 SQ. FT. • LEGAL 1 BEDROOM SUITE • ASKING $1,899,900

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4524 SAVOY STREET

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#19 18819 71 AVENUE

ckhara94@gmail.com

5331 PATON DRIVE • 4 BEDROOMS & 4 FULL BATHS • A/C, HRV, SECURITY, SYSTEMS • 2-5-10 NEW HOME WARRANTY • ASKING $1,369,900. NO GST

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5137 44 AVENUE

• 6 BEDROOMS & 6 BATHS • HOUSE SIZE 3629 SQ.FT. • LARGE LOT 77 X 100 FT. • 1 BEDROOM LEGAL SUITE • 2-5-10 NEW HOME WARRANTY • ASKING $1,699,900

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11457 KINGCOME AVENUE #10 4887 CENTRAL AVE

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#407 6438 195A STREET

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5248 REGATTA WAY

A60 The Delta Optimist September 3, 2020

TAMMY MATSON 778.938.5599

www.tammymatson.com ❚ sold@tammymatson.com NEW LISTING!!!

NEW LISTING!!!

SOLD!!!

250 5421 10 Avenue, Tsaw

5016 Stevens Place, Tsawwassen $3,288,000

‘Builder’s own’ custom built 7,810 SF home by Kijee Custom Homes situated on 12,702 SF professionally landscaped & sunny WEST lot on desirable street!!! Open plan featuring 10’ & 12’ ceilings, extensive millwork, high end H/W flooring, 7 bedrooms (with en suites), 2 offices, media room & home gym! Entertainers’ dream home with formal dining room, full prep kitchen & gourmet’s kitchen with Thermador appliances overlooking spacious family room with french doors to covered patio & fire pit. Master bdrm offers spa like ensuite & 2 W/I closets! Extras - air conditioning, endless hot water, back up generator, roughed in elevator, LEGAL 2 bed suite, 3 car garage.

208 2950 King George Blvd, South Surrey $429,000

SOLD!!!

1511 Duncan Dr, Tsaw

HIGH STREET at SOUTHPOINT - upscale South Surrey 1 bed & den 747 SQ FT condo with shops & services at your doorstep! Quality built in 2008 featuring open plan with oversized windows & hardwood flooring throughout. Kitchen features quartz counters & stainless appliances & overlooks spacious living room with cozy fireplace & sliding doors to private covered deck overlooking QUIET garden courtyard. Includes gym, 2 parking & storage locker. Pets & rentals (6 mo min) ok. Call me for details!

SERVICE THAT WILL MOVE YOU!!!

SOLD!!!

108 1150 54A St, Tsaw

THINKING ABOUT A MOVE???

I live & work in Sunny South Delta & know the local market! Call me for a FREE MARKET EVALUATION - no obligation & no rush :)

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

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Proud to call South Delta Home for 40 years

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5298 Glen Abbey Place Tsawwassen Execu�ve 4 bedroom, 4 bath stunning 2,800+ sq � home on 8,300+ sq � lot in quiet Cul de Sac. Located in Imperial Village, one block from Golf Course.

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$1,580,000 $1,498,000

yinglingtom@gmail.com

4,000 sq.�., 3 level, 4 bedroom/ 3 bath home on English Bluff with par�al ocean view.

CALL FOR DETAILS

5093 2nd Avenue Tsawwassen

PEBBLE HILL FAMILY HOME! This 2,017 sq/� rancher features 3 beds and den, 2 baths and large rec room on a 7,244 sq/� lot.

$1,439,000

876 - 55A Street Tsawwassen

3 level split new Kitchen. Huge yard steps to Winskill Rec, part of land assembly.

$4,188,000 98 Bonnymuir Drive West Vancouver

Custom Built View Home in the Bri�sh Proper�es. 5 bed, 5 bath, 4,155 sq �, No GST.

SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD

$1,695,000

980 Pacific Drive Tsawwassen

I HAVE BUYERS CALL ME!

$1,290,000

Listed by RE/MAX

5639 Dove Place Ladner

Listed by

$1,425,000 Royal LePage

$1,448,000

$1,048,000

$1,098,000

Listed by Dexter Realty

11120 7th Avenue 4834 Dogwood Drive 5700 Sherwood Blvd 1069 Walalee Drive Tsawwassen Tsawwassen Tsawwassen Richmond

CAN YOU SPOT YOUR HOME IN THIS VIDEO?

SUTTON GROUP - SEAFAIR REALTY 1625-56th St., Delta, BC V4M 2B2

SOARING OVER SOUTH DELTA Drone Video at: www.tomyingling.com

604-809-2855

www.tomyingling.com

September 3, 2020 The Delta Optimist A61

LIVE, WORK and PLAY

Peter Motzek

Building Dreams.

One Client At A Time

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

Fantastic sunsets, tranquil surroundings, superb architecture, high end finishings, on this near new Floating Home in Canoe Pass Floating Village.

Gourmet kitchen, fantastic great room, loads of deck space and park your boat beside your front door. Never has a finer home been available in this community.

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

Sutton Seafair Realty

#100 - 5000 Bridge Street, Delta

778-863-6805 mandip@sutton.com mandipgill.com Sutton Group - Sutton Seafair Realty 100 - 5000 Bridge Street Delta, BC, V4K 2K4

Your Local Market Expert

$2,299,900

604.910.7039 www.michaelwawryk.com

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5253 1 Avenue

Ravishing 3,890 sq�, 4 bdrm, 5 bath home on spacious 10,761 sq� lot! Features chef’s kitchen with Miele appliances, quartz counters, wok kitchen, 10 � ceilings on the main floor, designer ligh�ng throughout, spacious bedrooms, spa-like ensuite, eng H/W floors, outdoor F/P, open concept layout, 2-5-10 yr home warranty and much more!

5013 59 Street

HANDYMAN/BUILDER ALERT!!!!

Opportunity knocks with this 5 bedroom, 2 bath home on a large 7,520 sq.�. lot on a quiet street. This home features a great layout with the opportunity for a mortgage helper, if a renova�on isn’t for you build a brand new 2,880 sq.�. home plus addi�onal lo�!

$1,149,900

$699,900

593-4688 Hawk Lane

204 - 1704 56 Street

Heron Cove delivers you Pride of Ownership in this 1200 sq ft 2 bedroom 2 bathroom TOP floor CORNER unit. Enjoy your open concept kitchen featuring granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances and plenty of natural light.

Centrally appointed, the double sided gas fireplace is to be enjoyed from almost everywhere in the suite. A generous family room and lavish living room await while the master bedroom features a 5 piece ensuite and spacious walk-in closet.

Appreciate the benefits of your privately situated garden view balcony with gas hook up. A first-rate residence to call home, don’t wait call today!

Asking $639,000

Stunning end unit townhome in Aerie Walk! Rare C Plan layout with 3 beds, 2.5 baths & over 1,590 sq.�. of living space. Features open concept layout, gourmet kitchen with quartz counters and large island, S/S appliances, heavenly master ensuite, flex space & more!

5257 1 Avenue

Amazing building lot in highly sought a�er Pebble Hill area of Tsawwassen! This fully serviced and ready to build 10,723 sq� rectangular lot will allow for a 4,026 sq� home plus basement (total of approx. 6,200+ sq� home, please verify with City of Delta) with an op�on for a legal mortgage helper.

Listed by Re/Max Progroup Realty

5838 Cove Reach Road

4943 Mariner Place

69-8508 204 Street

5274 6 Avenue

A62 The Delta Optimist September 3, 2020

Joanne Prest

Barry Chreptyk 604.946.1255

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BarryChreptyk.com

Seafair Realtty

SERVING ALL YOUR REAL ESTATE NEEDS SINCE 1984

“LADNER”

604-828-2975

joanne@prestrealestate.c ca

“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!

Independently Owned & Operated

Royal LePage Regency Realty Ltd. 1333 - 56 Street, Tsawwassen, BC Office: 604-943-7411

Providing Friendly, Professional Service Since 1992. $1,389,000

$1,498,000

A GREAT BUY @ $1,469,000

“TSAWWASSEN”

Over3000sq.ft.withloadsofupdates since 2014. Updates include roof, windows, kitchen, bathrooms and lots more. 5 bedrooms. Detached double garage with lots of parking for all the toys! Nice flat 75’ x 120’ lot in a great location.

JUST LISTED @ $1,100,000 Sutton Group Seafair Realty #100-5000 Bridge Street, Ladner, BC V4K 2K4 604.946.1255 " BarryChreptyk.com " barryrc@uniserve.com An independent Member Broker

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KENDALL AYRES REAL ESTATE

Sutton Group - Seafair Realty

100-5000 Bridge Street, Delta, BC

107-4926 48 AVENUE Ladner Elementary, Ladner • $449,000 BEAU

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Beautifully updated and very spacious two bedroom one bathroom in Ladner’s centrally located Ladner Place. Reno’s include: new paint, flooring, kitchen cabinets, bathroom updates, closet doors, mouldings and blinds.

Other features in this lovely corner unit are a large patio that steps off of the living room and a cozy wood burning fireplace. One parking stall and storage lockers and plenty of storage throughout the unit. Recently updated exterior of the building includes hardie-board cladding, windows and decks.

Walking distance to shops, groceries, coffee shops, restaurant and businesses. this bright unit is gorgeously appointed and shows very well.

5215 FERRY ROAD Neilsen Grove, Ladner • $1,199,000

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• WATERFRONT w/ MOORAGE - 1,328 sq.ft. two bedroom character home on a 66ʼ wide, • PEBBLE HILL - Immaculate 2,218 sq.ft. 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath rancher.

6,062 sq.ft. riverfront lot.

• Extensively renovated with Beech hardwood • Newer concrete docks with sewer, water floors, built-in cabinetry, maple kitchen, and electrical accommodate a 50ʼ boat plus elegant master bedroom with new 5-piece a large float home. ensuite, Central Air Conditioning.

• Plans available for a beautiful new 2,425 • Beautiful South-facing back yard with large sq.ft. 2-level home. concrete patio with hot tub & bbq gazebo.

$1,398,000

$1,299,000

Seafair Realty

604.250.6981

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288 Murphy Drive W, Tsawwassen OPEN SUNDAY SEPT 6, 2-4PM

4525 River Road, Ladner

“BIG HOUSE!”

In a changing world, this private park-like property shines even brighter. With ample green space and 2 separate, heated and insulated buildings, this large property is ready to accommodate working from home comfortably. An artistic sun deck provides for relaxing staycations while enjoying stunning garden views.

With over 18,000 sq ft of mature landscaping, there’s no shortage of nature to enjoy at your doorstep or areas to grow your own fruits and vegetables. Amidst meandering low-maintenance gardens sits a lovely and meticulously maintained, energy-efficient 3 bed/2 bath rancher. In a time where convenience and staying local are essential, this property is centrally located close to all that Ladner has to offer, including: grocery markets and shops, restaurants and breweries, organic farms, local fishing, marinas, walking and biking trails, kayaking, canoeing and golfing. Vancouver’s attractions within reach. Virtual tour: https://vimeo.com/382235282

172 Graham Drive, Tsawwassen

1542 Braid Road, Tsawwassen

• OCEAN VIEW - Looks and feels like new, 1,876 sq.ft. 2 bedrms plus loft (third bdrm), 2 bathroom rancher in upper Tsawwassen.

• This amazing home has been completely redone from top to bottom with permits.

• BEACH GROVE - Move right in to this attractively updated 3 bedroom, 2 bathrm 2,040 sq.ft. rancher on a 70ʼ wide lot.

• Private back yard is perfect for entertaining with large “Pacific Slate” concrete paver patio and gardens.

• Features bright, open floor plan with 20ʼ vaulted ceiling in main living area.

• Patio doors open to a large deck with views of Georgia Strait and beautiful sunsets.

• Excellent central Beach Grove location close to golf, beach trails and cafe.

Connecting agents to the community

Show current and future clients you mean business

604-782-2053 taussem@glaciermedia.ca

GREGFINLAY . com professional real estate

Do you need a buyers agent? Call Me! 212-1363 56 Street Tsawwassen $412,000

BEST VALUE IN TSAWWASSEN

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MLS # R2468336

604.351.5631

greg@gregfinlay.com seafair realty

1625 56th street, delta, bc

an independent member broker

2 Bed, 1 Bath 853 sq.ft. apartment in Windsor Woods

NEW LISTING

403-1369 56 Street Tsawwassen $509,000

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Top 10% in SALES of ALL GREATER VANCOUVER for 34 YEARS #1 at ROYAL LEPAGE REGENCY Rlty for 9 YEARS 50 YEARS OF COMBINED EXPERIENCE SELLING SOUTH DELTA!

Johanna 604-719-7345 Medallion Club 29 Years

Stefan B.B.A. 604-767-4038 Medallion Club 9 Years

jjgeffke@dccnet.com • www.geffketeam.com

Bonnie

Licensed Assistant Translator in Cantonese & Mandarin

RENOVATED

NEW LISTING!

$1,759,000

4,435 SQ.FT. RESERVED FOR YOUR FAMILY TO ENJOY! 628 SANDOLLAR PLACE, TSAWWASSEN

IMPRESSING TUDOR STYLE HOME FEAT. 4 EXTRA LARGE BDRMS, OVERSIZE REC/MEDIA ROOM, LARGE OFFICE/FLEX ROOM, YOGA STUDIO, 3 CAR GARAGE, GORGEOUS GARDENS, QUIET CUL-DE-SAC LOCATION, WALK TO ALL AMENITIES! MLS # R2482423

IN TSAWWASSEN SPRINGS! COMING SOON!

REDUCED TO $799,000

THE CLASSIC!

LUXURY, 2,483 SQ.FT. APARTMENT SUITE IN CONCRETE BUILDING WITH FABULOUS GOLF COURSE & MOUNTAIN VIEWS! 3 LARGE BEDROOMS, 2.5 BATHS, HIGH QUALITY APPLIANCES, 2 LARGE BALCONIES, 9 FT CEILINGS. 3 PARKING STALLS. GEOTHERMAL HEATING, AIR CONDITION!

GOLF COURSE VIEWS! 1,739 SQ.FT.

#502 – 1350 VIEW CRESCENT, TSAWWASSEN • MLS# R2455438

NEW LISTING!

$359,000

REDUCED TO $1,188,000

$499,000

$619,000

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TSAWWASSEN GREEN #207 - 1140 55TH ST, TSAW MLS# R2468360

MAGNOLIA! 1 BDRM, 710 SQ.FT. UPDATED #108 - 1441 GARDEN PLACE, TSAWWASSEN • MLS #R2477877 BRING AN OFFER!

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BACKING ONTO GREEN-SPACE! UPDATED 2026 SQ.FT. SEPARATE STUDIO 5630 SHERWOOD BLVD, TSAW MLS# R2465252

#578 - 4688 HAWK LANE #406 - 4977 SPRINGS BLVD #312 - 4977 SPRINGS BLVD TSAWWASSEN TSAWWASSEN TSAWWASSEN Excellent opportunity to have your dream-home built on this beautiful building lot with a building contract on a 9,354 sq.ft. lot near Diefenbaker Park

PLEASE CALL US FOR DETAILS!

READY TO SELL YOUR HOME? SO ARE WE! GIVE US A CALL! 604-767-4038 (We speak German, Finnish, CALL US FOR A FREE MARKET EVALUATION! Cantonese & Mandarin)

REGENCY REALTY

1333 - 56th St, Tsawwassen (next to Starbucks)

A64 The Delta Optimist September 3, 2020

Margaret Wong Personal Real Estate Corporation

778-288-6330

604-263-1144

TSAWWASSEN CLIFF DRIVE

$898,000

Excellent large property in Cliff Drive area of Tsawwassen, convenient loca�on, comfortable rancher and a spacious fenced backyard. Perfect to hold and build later. Great Opportunity.

Andrea Coulter 778-867-8332 Wanda McDougall 604.970.4303 Andrea@AndreaAndWanda.com

Wanda@AndreaAndWanda.com

Let’s discuss your next home sale or purchase, with no obligation 353 67A Street • $1,349,900

5407 16 Avenue

Live - Love - Home Exceptional Equestrian Facility

Opportunity knocks! Over 21 Acres nestled on one of the most desirable streets in Ladner!

• Exceptional equestrian facility suitable for all disciplines • Indoor Arena with second floor office and viewing area • Covered Arena, Outdoor Arena, Work Shop & Clubhouse Facilities • 4 Separate areas for horse stabling as well as turn out paddocks • Private grass Grand Prix ring and training track • Wonderful opportunity to build your dream home on a private, estate property with mountain views.

• Run your successful agribusiness • This property has unique I1 Zoning • Close to all amenities, transit, Hwy 99, YVR and Vancouver Come and see all that the Ladner village lifestyle has to offer!

$6,280,000 • 6670 64 Street, Ladner www.apartmentstoacreages.com/191

www.apartmentstoacreages.com • 604-341-9000

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This well built, 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home is on the market for the first time ever!

Situated on a large lot in Boundary Bay, close to the beach, park and playground! The perfect place to call home for any family. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity!

Sutton Group Seafair Realty

andreaandwanda.com

Something New & Exciting in Greater Vancouver!

1ST 10 BUYERS

FREE 2 year property taxes 2 year maintenance fees

OFF LEASH PARK ACROSS STREET

4300 Thompson Road, Richmond

• All 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths • All fully fenced private yards • 2-car, side-by-side, private garages • Handicap convertible units - elevator

PRESENTATION CENTRE

Now Selling 48 Townhouses - Phase 1 Value priced from

$699,900 to $840,900

1020-10013 River Drive, Richmond

OPEN BY APPOINTMENT ONLY parcthompson.com 604.231.5900

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LADNER | 4850 47A AVENUE 3 Bed | 3 Bath | 1589 ft2

$769,000

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REMEMBRANCES IN MEMORIAM

OBITUARIES .

In Memory Of .

FEDORUK, Elizabeth (Betty) Graham (nee Farrell) May 6, 1924 – August 24, 2020 It is with a heavy heart my sisters and I announce the passing of our Mum, Betty Fedoruk.

Mark Robert Saunders July 18, 1991 - September 5, 2017 Mark, 3 years have come and gone since you left us far, far too early.

A lot has changed in these past years, but our love for you will never.

You live on in our hearts and our memories, which we will all cherish forever, and those shall never fade.

We miss you so much.

Until we meet again.

Love, Your Family.

Our Mum was welcomed into the world by her parents Henry and Susan (Blair) Farrell along with her sisters Kathleen and Lauretta on May 6, 1924. She was raised in the small farming community of Kincardine, Ontario. She is survived by her daughters Judy Smith, Sue Cambrey (Dennis), Stephanie Fedoruk and daughter-in-law Jo-Ann Fedoruk. 8 grandchildren, Scott Kolbeins (Nancy), Sandy Kolbeins (Angela), Glenn Fedoruk, Dean Fedoruk (Tasha), Aaron Cambrey, Farrell Cambrey, Katrina MacDonald and Jacob MacDonald and 8 great-grandchildren as well as many nieces and nephews. Pre-deceased by her husband Stephen Fedoruk, son, William (Bill) Fedoruk, great-granddaughter Alexandra Kolbeins, sisters Kay Hutchings and Lauretta Elms and sister-in-law Lee Heddy.

A truly modern woman, Mum left Ontario on her own in 1949 and travelled west to B.C., not knowing anyone. A trained nurse Mum acquired a job at Essondale Hospital in New Westminster.

DERKSEN, Abram George.

August 28, 2020 Abe passed peacefully into the presence of his Lord on August 28, 2020, in Delta, BC, at the age of 99. He was predeceased by his loving wife of 50 years, Agnes; and his daughter, Linda (Mark). He is survived by three daughters, Sharon, Diane, and Darlene (Rick); his grandchildren, Melissa (Andrew), Heather (Trevor), Matthew, and Lisa (Jesse); and two great−grandchildren, Carmen and Zion.

A graveside service will be held at Ocean View Cemetery in Burnaby on Saturday, September 5, 2020. The family would like to express their deepest gratitude to the staff at Delta View for their loving care over the past 9 years.

Mum met our Dad, Steve Fedoruk, on an outing with friends at the Branch 5 Legion, in Richmond. They courted a few years and they were married on December 18, 1958. Upon her marriage, Mum left Essondale to become a full-time wife, homemaker and a step-mum to Judy and Bill.

In 1960, daughter Sue was born. In 1962 they decided to build a home on Ackroyd Road and moved in shortly after the birth of their second daughter Stephanie in 1963. Our parents lived on Ackroyd Road until 1988, moving to Eperson Road, then to their final home together on Ferry Road in Ladner. Dad passed away June 1996.

OBITUARIES

In 1998 Mum sold the house and purchased her condo. From here, her travelling began, mostly cruising with our Dad’s sister Lee and cousin Anne Beaver. In 1998 Mum sold her condo and moved to Augustine House and enjoyed all the services they could provide for her there. In her 90th year, still living independently we decided to move her to Campbell River where she resided at Berwick by the Sea to watch the cruise ships from her ocean view suite. In January 2019, still doing her best to be her independent self, but realizing she need just a little more help she moved to Evergreen Seniors Home.

There she thoroughly enjoyed all they had to offer and her new found friendships with all the Evergreen staff.

Our Mum passed peacefully on August 24th. Our Mum, as she had done all her life, charted her own course. We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the staff at Evergreen Seniors Home for their respect and compassionate care, they went above and beyond and we are forever grateful.

There will be a celebration of life in the spring, May 2021. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the SPCA or to a charity of your choice.

Condolences may be left for the family at: campbellriverfunerals.com

NADJIWON, Brian January 11, 1961 − August 14, 2020 It is with great sadness that the family announces his sudden passing on Friday, August 14, 2020. He will be sadly missed by Crystal Harrison; twin brother, Brent; and dear friends, Cynthia and Jacob Simonis. He leaves behind daughter, Alexandra Latulippe; and sons, Ryan Nadjiwon and Gabriel Gladu−Fortier; niece, Alexis Nadjiwon−Stover; aunt, Merceline Nadjiwon−Doran; and uncle, Robert Nadjiwon. He was predeceased by his mother, Betty Charlotte Nadjiwon (2009).

Due to the pandemic and for everyone’s safety there will be no traditional funeral viewings. On Sunday, September 6, 2020, there will be a Zoom virtual memorial service and celebration of Brian’s amazing life.

Boyd’s Funeral Services • 250-287-2240

HOPE, Frances Beverly May 16, 1928 − August 1, 2020 Frances Beverly Hope passes away peacefully at her residence on August 1, 2020. She was predeceased by her loving husband, Commander George Alexander Hope (1995); her sisters, Juanita Clark and Joan Grimsson; and her brother, David McClure. She is survived by her four devoted sons, Jim, Terry, Robin and Alan; five grandsons; three granddaughters; and 14 great−grandchildren.

Inurnment will be at Boundary Bay cemetery in the autumn. A memorial donation to either the SPCA or OWL Orphaned Wildlife Rehabilitation Society would be appreciated by the family.

Fond memories linger every day, Remembrance keeps them near.

LAIDLAW, Catherine Gallagher (nee Burke) September 27, 1936 - August 25, 2020 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Cath, beloved wife, mother, granny and friend to so many. Cath passed away peacefully with her loving husband Jock by her side, after spending 62 years of wedded bliss together. She leaves behind her husband Jock, sons Grant (Shari), Scott (Ruth), daughters Heather, Kirsty (Bruce) and grandchildren Ryan, Sarah, Cameron, Fraser, Caleigh, Connor, Braeden and Tyler.

Cath was born in Dundee, Scotland and moved to Canada with her family in 1966, where she lived many years in Richmond, BC, before settling in Ladner. Cath always said she was rich in family and cherished her time with family and friends. She loved hosting family dinners and having everyone gathered around. She was very active in her grandchildren’s lives, and they are blessed with fond memories of their many excursions together.

Cath was beautiful inside and out and gave her time so willingly to anyone who needed her. She became “Granny” to so many. She always had a smile on her face and a song in her heart, and will be fondly remembered by many for her sweet renditions of Patsy Cline.

Cath will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered by her family and countless others whose lives she touched in so many ways.

She will live forever in our hearts and minds.

Sleep well, sweet angel.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

September 3, 2020 The Delta Optimist A67 REMEMBRANCES

MARKETPLACE

OBITUARIES

ANTIQUES

MARTIN, Dave DION, Barbara Ruth (nee Bott)

BARRETT, Don It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father Don Barrett at Irene Thomas Hospice, Delta BC on Monday August 17, 2020. Don was born in East York, Ontario in 1929 relocating to the West Coast as a teen in 1945.

Don is survived by his daughters Elaine and Betty (Bob), grandchildren Erik, Sarah (Tyler) and Hanna (Colman) and great-grandchildren Mackenzie, Irie and Brody. Don was predeceased by his parents, siblings, and his wife Bjorghild in 2018.

The family would like to extend their deep gratitude to Dr. Peter Lutsky, Delta Hospital, Augustine House and Irene Thomas Hospice in Ladner, BC. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you donate to the Delta Hospital in Don’s memory or to a charity of your choice.

Due to COVID, a small family gathering was held on Friday, August 28th.

Please see Kearney Funeral Services for full obituary; www.kearneyfs.com Kearney Columbia-Bowell Chapel 604-521-4881

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Barb Dion on August 25, 2020. Barb was pre-deceased by her husband Ross Dion, mother Ruth Bott, father Frank Bott, step-father Jim Barker and brother Walter Bott. She is survived and will be deeply missed by her children Sherri (Thomas), Grant, Sandi (Chris), Tracy and Trevor (Debbie), her grandchildren Casey, Cody and Nicki Dion, Natalie, Selena and Madilyn Batiste, Emily Toms, Damara and David Begin, Dryden and Devynn Dion and her great granddaughter Vivian Toms.

Barb was a special woman who loved her family very much. She was caring and enthusiastic and brought laughter and joy to those who knew her well. She lived in Tsawwassen and Ladner for 49 years, was a member of Beta Sigma Phi for years and the McKee House more recently. She was an avid crafter and loved playing bingo and cribbage with her friends. Her love and laughter will be dearly missed. Due to Covid-19, no service will be held.

The family will celebrate her life in private. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Canadian Arthritis Society (arthritis.ca/donate).

To write a condolence to the family and to see a celebration of Barb’s life, please visit www.arbormemorial.ca Delta Funeral Home (604) 946-6040

It is with grateful hearts, that we thank God for our wonderful loving husband, father and Bumpa. He has now gone to his Heavenly home.

Dave is survived by his wife of nearly 66 years, Norma, the love of his life, his five children Debbi Cottrell (David), Cathy Gelz (Blair), David J. Martin, Danny Martin (Sandy), Jennifer Hermesmann (Chris). Also surviving are his wonderful 12 grandchildren, Lauren and Carli Cottrell, Jamie, Josh and Joey Gelz, Nicholas, Caitlin and Sarah Martin, Landon and Tanner Martin, Mathias and Jessica Hermesmann. He has also been blessed with nine great grandchildren.

Dave was born in Calgary on July 13, 1933 and passed away in Delta on August 20, 2020. He was raised in Edmonton, the youngest of five children.

In 1950, he joined the Royal Canadian Navy, E Branch. In 1953, in Victoria, BC, he met Norma and they married on October 1, 1954. After completing his 5-year term in the Navy, they moved to Edmonton.

They spent several years on the Prairies and returned to the west coast in 1967.

The family settled in Tsawwassen.

Dave was very active in the community, including coaching football and umping baseball for many years.

He was very involved with Sacred Heart Parish and was frequently seen making many, many pancakes at the monthly Pancake Breakfasts.

He was heavily involved in the Knights of Columbus, and he was also one of the original directors of the Augustine House.

The last 5 years have not been easy for him as he battled Alzheimer’s. Dave received wonderful care from Dr. Ljiljana Kordic as well as the wonderful staff from Delta Hospital. His final 4 1/2 years were under the incredible care of the staff from Delta View Care Home. They went above and beyond to make him comfortable with this dreadful disease.

Our sincere thanks to all of the care workers that help him through this difficult time.

A family funeral was held at Sacred Heart Church on Monday, August 31, 2020, 10:00 Mass, Internment at Boundary Bay Cemetery.

Fr. Michael Martell, OSA officiated.

COSTA, James Louis It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of James Louis Costa of Ladner, BC on August 17th, 2020 at the age of 79. After many months of declining health, Jim passed on peacefully with his beloved wife of 59 years, Yvonne and his children by his side at the Irene Thomas Hospice in Ladner.

James (Jim) was born on June 20th, 1941 in Kelowna, BC, to Louis and Anna Costa. The youngest of 4 children, Jim grew up in Kelowna and spent his youth on the family apple orchard.

Jim started his career as a hair stylist at Raymond’s Salon in Oakridge Mall, in Vancouver. After hair dressing, he worked in sales and finished his career as a machinist.

He was a great husband, father, brother, uncle, cousin and friend to many. His favourite people called him Papa and his granddaughters were the apples of his eye.

Jim loved music and never missed an opportunity to turn the volume up and declare “that’s a great song”. He enjoyed the theatre especially musicals and the Arts Club in Vancouver. He will be remembered for his welcoming smile, his gentle caring ways and the way he made everyone feel special.

He is survived by his wife Yvonne; children Terynn Leigh (Melis) and Bradley James (Traci); Granddaughters Cailin, Teaghan and Colbie. Jim was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers Raymond and Manuel, his sister Angie currently lives in Penticton, BC. Papa, we love you to the moon and back.

SAWATZKY, Agnes A. April 11, 1933 − August 9, 2020 On Sunday, August 9, 2020, Agnes peacefully passed away into the arms of her Lord, to be reunited with her beloved John (2016), at the age of 87, while in residence at the White Rock Seniors Village. Left to cherish her loving memories are her three children, Sharon (Hagel), Robert (former wife, Shelley), and Lawrence (Lori); as well as eight grandchildren, Sonny, Shayn, Kimberly (Matt), Melissa (Scott), Emily (David), Kai, Piper, and Tate; and three great−grandchildren, Dustin, Kailyn and Brayden. Her loving smiles, generous heartfelt hugs and her awesome cooking will be greatly missed by her family.

Born in Brandon, Manitoba, she was the oldest of six siblings. She moved with her family to Sardis, BC, in her mid−teens, where she eventually met and married John in 1951. As a loving housewife, mother, and grandmother, she so very much enjoyed cooking, sewing, and gardening for her family, and was always a very generous hostess whenever anyone dropped by. When John retired, they travelled across Canada and the northern US in their RV, plus they also got to spend lots of quality time with their precious grandchildren. She loved to read and listen to music, especially the old German Hymns, which were playing when she was called Home in her sleep.

The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at the White Rock Seniors Village for their special warmth, loving−kindness, and gentle care that they have given Agnes over the past 4 years in resident care.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date, due to the current Covid−19 situation. If desired, in lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Alzheimer Society of BC.

Quality Antiques, Home Decor, and Estate Jewelry For Sale Come visit us today at Sampsons Antique Co. located at 1269 Beach Grove Road, in Tsawwassen. We feature a wide selection of fine European and American antiques, estate jewelry, vintage, collectibles, oddities, and artwork at fair prices. Showroom open daily from 11 am until 5:30 pm. We are always buying select quality pieces as well as gold, silver, and diamond jewelry in ANY condition.

Trades considered as well. Buyer and Graduate Gemologist onsite most days.

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Further, the publishers do not accept liability for any loss of damage caused by an error or inaccuracy in the printing of an advertisement beyond the amount paid for the space actually occupied by the portion of the advertisement in which the error occurred. Any corrections of changes will be made in the next available issue. The Delta Optimist will be responsible for only one incorrect insertion with liability limited to that portion of the advertisement affected by the error. Request for adjustments or corrections on charges must be made within 30 days of the ad’s expiration.

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A70 The Delta Optimist September 3, 2020

PRE 5 -% 0 S OvE ELL R 5 sING 0% o N SOLlO W Dd

Care-free Living In Ladner There areat still some beautiful bedroom located the corner of 47th2Avenue & st units to choose from corner 51 street in ladner

Pre-Selling Now! Prices from $539,000 - $699,000 24 exclusive adult oriented (55+) 1 & 2 bedroom plus den condos. Located just a block from the main streets of Ladner Village, Delta Green is the perfect mix of convenience and peaceful living.

Close to shops, recreation centres and restaurants, with nearby health & wellness facilities, you are well-situated in a central, walkable location.

Exceptional Quality & Timeless Architecture • 9 foot ceilings • Concrete between floors • Designer kitchens with quartz counters • Warm coloured wood floor throughout • Spa-like bathrooms with walk in showers • Radiant gas in floor heating • Rooftop patio with covered BBQ area • Social amenity room with kitchen • Fitness amenity

Please call one of our Sales Team to set up a private appointment or to obtain an information package:

BOB CHANCEY

LINDA CHANCEY Personal Real Estate Corporation

Personal Real Estate Corporation

604-946-8899

604-880-5552

604-240-5693

Personal Real Estate Corporation

RICHARD LOWE

or email info@deltagreen.ca www.deltagreen.ca

INASSOCIATION ASSOCIATIONWITH WITH N The Developer reserves the right in its discretion to make changes to the floor plans, project designs, features and dimension. Renderings are artistic concepts only. Square footages are approximate and have been calculated from architectural plans. Actual final dimensions following completion of construction may vary from those set out herein. E. & O.E|*