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East Ladner fuel truck accident results in lengthy recovery operation MARK BOOTH

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A truck accident in East Ladner last Friday (Dec. 4) led to a partial road closure and kept emergency services busy for much of the day.

Delta Police were dispatched around 7 a.m. to the 4700 block 72nd Street where a fuel delivery truck had gone into the eastside ditch, between Ladner Trunk Road and Churchill Street. Near the North 40 dog park.

The truck was stuck on its passenger side with a

portion of the fuel tank submerged in the water.

As the truck was full of diesel fuel, it was necessary to carefully extract the fuel prior to removing the truck. An excavator was brought in as part of the recovery operation.

Delta Fire was on the scene for a considerable length of time, as were city resources. Provincial Commercial Vehicle Safety Enforcement inspectors attended the scene as well.

Traffic to the area was re-routed to 80th street before the section of 72nd was re-opened later

Delta house party goers handed fines SANDOR GYARMATI

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Delta police have been busy handing out fines to homeowners disobeying the public health order prohibiting parties.

DPD Chief Neil Dubord, who on social media last Friday, noted police have responded to homeowners hosting gatherings every couple of nights, including one in North Delta on Thursday, Dec. 3.

A spokesperson for the police department said at approximately 11:20 p.m. that day, a complainant

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A truck accident in East Ladner last Friday (Dec. 4) led to a partial road closure and kept emergency services busy for much of the day. that evening.

The driver did not

receive any injuries.

Police did not issue viola-

contacted police regarding an ongoing party.

The complainant said the individual who was hosting the party had been holding gatherings of six-toseven people on a weekly basis during the pandemic.

Upon arrival, the homeowner stated that there was no party, but police witnessed partygoers running out the backdoor.

Officers educated the homeowner on the public health orders, and given the totality of the circumstances, issued that homeowner a $2,300 violation ticket.

The other partygoers got a $230 fine under the COVID Related Measures Act. The current health order prohibits people from gathering with others who aren’t in their immediate household.

As far as those who live alone, they’re only allowed to meet with one or two people from their “core

tion tickets in regard to the matter as the incident

do not occur on a public roadway.

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An angry Mayor George Harvie a few weeks ago raised concern about a large weekend house party in North Delta that saw the backyard fences of three adjacent houses removed.

Meanwhile, DPD are saying they aren’t pulling drivers over and handing out fines for travelling into different health regions.

Spokesperson Cris Leykauf, responding to an alleged incident involving a Tsawwassen resident getting a ticket in Vancouver, told the Optimist she discussed the allegation with the Vancouver Police and they confirmed they do not give out that type of ticket.

Delta’s inspector in charge of front line operations confirms he is not aware of any provisions under the COVID-19 Related Measures Act that would give police authority to issue tickets.

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Overdose numbers rise sharply in Delta SANDOR GYARMATI

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So far this year, 15 people in Delta have lost their lives to overdoses.

That grim statistic is part of a staff report to council on the ongoing crises as many other Metro Vancouver municipalities are also reaching historic highs in overdose deaths.

Noting there’s been a sevenfold increase in overdose fatalities in Delta in the past decade, the report, which was received at Monday’s council meeting, explains that the public health emergency declaration by the provincial government allowed for the collection of, as well as access to, more robust and up-to-date data on overdose activity across the province, including overdose and fatality data from Fraser Health and the B.C. Coroners Service.

Indigenous people and males age 30-to59, for example, are over-represented in overdose deaths, and the majority of people who are dying are using drugs alone and inside private residences, including social/ supportive housing and shelters.

Between January and August 2020, there were 137 overdose events in Delta attended

by B.C. Ambulance, 17 of those were in August alone.

In 2019, there were 134 overdose events per 100,000 population, but this year saw a 97 per cent increase in the overdose event rate in Delta, with 265 per 100,000 population as of August. However, while Delta had the highest percentage rate change in the region, the city is still low in terms of total numbers compared with some neighbouring municipalities.

The report also notes that as of Sept.

30, Delta police responded to 41 overdose calls, including assist for Emergency Health Services calls, and Delta’s fire department responded to 31 calls.

Over 75 per cent of the calls occurred between June and September, and more than 50 per cent were from North Delta.

The report also notes that, cumulatively, 82 Naloxone kits have been administered by Delta’s police and fire departments in the last four years.

Meanwhile, according to FHA, the number of Opioid Agonist Treatment prescribers in Delta, while remaining low, has doubled in 2020.

So far this year, 15 people in Delta have lost their lives to overdoses.

The Delta Overdose Community Action Team (DCAT) was established in 2018 as a community-driven collaborative group, cochaired by Deltassist and FHA. “It is recommended that staff continue working with DCAT and other partners, such as Delta School District, to support developing a community-driven and evidence-based action plan to address the impacts of COVID-19 on the overdose situation in Delta as well as the needs of Delta’s diverse community groups, including school students,” stated the report endorsed by council.

“Further to comments made by Mayor Harvie around youth substance use in particular, it is recommended that as part of its work with community partners, City of Delta ensure that messaging around substance use issues and available resources be promoted via Delta’s social media, using advertising space at Delta’s bus shelters, and through other channels and community partners, to increase the reach of this information across all segments of the Delta community.”

The report also notes the B.C. Centre for Disease Control and the Overdose Emergency Response Centre work in partnership in providing coordination, monitoring, and evaluation related to the overdose emergency, however, the data in BCCDC’s

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“Having access to community-level data is critical in effective community planning processes and would help create a better understanding of the impact of the pandemic in our communities and the effectiveness of overdose response mechanisms in Delta. Staff will continue working with Fraser Health to streamline sharing of overdose-related data specific to Delta,” the report notes.

Among the other endorsed recommendations is having staff work with school district, police and other partners to ensure that early interventions, education and harm reduction supports are readily available to Delta youth and children.

Council will also urge the federal government to recognize the overdose crisis as a national public health emergency and work with the provinces and territories to develop and advance a comprehensive action plan.

Among the community supports, Little House Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Society receives annual funding of $75,000 from the City of Delta to provide counselling and intervention services related to alcohol and drug addiction and recovery for residents and their families.

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The Ladner Legion is temporarily closed due to COVID-19 cases.

The branch on Delta Street closed its doors on the weekend until further notice due to members calling to inform the legion they have tested positive.

Legion branch manager Jacky Hillairet told the Optimist the two members who tested positive did not get the virus from the legion.

She noted the legion members did not have symptoms when they came in for dinner and started getting symptoms a couple of days later.

The friends they were seated with were tested and everyone is negative, she noted, adding they wanted to close for a short time to do a deep clean as an added precaution.

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The Ladner Legion is temporarily closed due to COVID-19 cases.

cern is the safety of staff, members and guests, she said a special executive meeting was held to discuss the issue.

Meanwhile, Fraser Health has introduced a new online option to assist with contract tracing for people who have tested positive for

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Show us your lights, tell us your stories

Christmas and the holiday season will be much different this year.

Due to the COVID19 pandemic, most, if not all, of our usual Christmas events, concerts and festivals have been modified or canceled this year, but that doesn’t mean we can’t all share in the Christmas spirit.

There are two ways that you can participate and we hope you will all take part.

The first is our annual Christmas light display feature, which will run in the Dec. 17th edition.

Submit your name, address, some details about your display as well as a phone number so we can get in touch.

We will compile the list and come out and take some photos of the displays, which will run alongside the list and story in the Dec. 17th paper.

And if you have taken part in years past, please re-submit as we want to ensure no one is left out.

Email your submission to Editor Ian Jacques (ijacques@delta-optimist.com). Deadline is noon, Monday, Dec. 14.

Home for the Holidays

In the Dec. 24th edition of the Optimist, we will present our annual Christmas greetings section and we want your help to fill that section with your favourite Christmas memory, tradition, story or even a recipe.

Please keep your submissions brief – 100 words or less and include a suitable photo to accompany your submission.

Email your submission to Editor Ian Jacques (ijacques@delta-optimist.com) by noon on Thursday, Dec. 17 to be included in the Dec. 24th section in print and online.

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Tsawwassen Springs general manager Sue Carlile (left) and marketing and business development coordinator Jill Presley stand near the Evergreen trees located along 52nd Street where thieves struck twice, stealing an estimated $4,500 in Christmas lights.

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The Grinch visited Tsawwassen Springs not once but twice last week, stealing an estimated $4,500 worth of Christmas lights.

It was a year ago the golf community decided to decorate about 20 feet high Evergreen trees located on a berm that runs along 52nd street, from Highway 17 to

the entrance at Springs Boulevard.

“These lights aren’t cheap. We invested tens of thousands of dollars to enhance the entrance into Tsawwassen,” said general manager Sue Carlile. “If these thefts continue we will have no choice but to remove the remaining lights.”

It’s believed the thieves struck in the middle of the night on both occasions. Club

maintenance crews were busy last Friday tying the remaining lights to the trees. Other security measures have been added.

The resort also hosts the Festival of Lights which is a significant fundraiser for the Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation.

Anyone with information on the stolen lights should contact Delta Police at 604-946-4411.

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Metro Vancouver releases homless count report SANDOR GYARMATI

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The final report on the 2020 Homeless Count in Metro Vancouver was released last week That report includes additional data on a number of demographic and other factors from a preliminary report of the count, which took place on the evening of March 3rd and throughout the day on March 4th.

It took place approximately two weeks before the provincial government declared a state of emergency due to COVID-19.

A news release notes that while the implementation of the count was not significantly affected, it is important to note that the final report offers a baseline understanding of homelessness prior to the pandemic, and contains information that may no longer adequately reflect the state of homelessness in the region.

A total of 3,634 people were identified as experiencing homelessness in the Metro Vancouver region during the 2020 count, the report notes.

The largest numbers of people experiencing homelessness were found in Vancouver (2,095), Surrey (644) and Langley (209).

Across the region, there were 29 more people counted this year compared to the 2017 homeless count, representing a change of less

than one per cent, suggesting regional homelessness remained somewhat consistent prior to the pandemic.

Among the findings this year, the general social, demographic profile of those experiencing homelessness may be shifting with more seniors 55 and over and fewer youth 24 and under found to be experiencing homelessness when compared to the count in 2017.

Seniors represented 24 per cent of the homeless population overall, up from 22 per cent three years ago, while 11 per cent in 2020 were youth, down from 16 per cent in 2017.

The findings note that, however, it is also possible youth homelessness can be more hidden, with more youth “couch-surfing” or relying on friends.

Among the other findings in the report, at 34 per cent, Indigenous/ Aboriginal people continue to represent about one-third of the homeless population in the region.

This is the highest proportion reported to date in a regional count and constitutes a very strong over-representation compared to the total population.

This year’s report found that six communities saw a decrease in homelessness from the 2017 count including Delta, which had two fewer. The report identified 17 individuals

in Delta experiencing homelessness this year, including nine unsheltered.

Meanwhile, the category of sheltered homelessness includes people who stayed in emergency shelters, transition houses for women fleeing abuse, and safe houses for youth.

The sheltered category also includes people with “no fixed address” who stayed in jails and health or detox facilities on the night of the count.

The report notes the majority of communities saw a decrease in sheltered homelessness compared to 2017, with the exceptions of Burnaby (85 more individuals), Surrey (72), Richmond (19) and Delta (8).

As far as Indigenous respondents in the region, the report found Indigenous people are not only more likely to be homeless when compared to non-Indigenous people, but Indigenous people are also more likely to be unsheltered compared to non-Indigenous people.

The report found four were living in unsheltered conditions in Delta.

Delta’s current Social Profile, written in 2017, notes staff estimated that, as of September 2016, there were between 25 and 35 unsheltered homeless residing in Delta, although it was also important to remember that there were also those who, for many reasons, were not

noticed.

That profile noted that up to 10 homeless individuals were identified on Annacis Island, located either beneath the Alex Fraser Bridge or living in cars randomly parked throughout the island, as well as Tilbury.

Many of Delta’s unsheltered home-

less frequent libraries, the New Westminster casino and local fast food restaurants to access washroom or cleaning facilities or to simply rest indoors, the profile noted, adding that establishments that are open 24 hours see a large number of people arrive after 9 p.m. who remain

throughout the night.

Couch surfing consists predominantly of youth transitioning out of care or no longer permitted to live at home.

To view the full 2020 final report, visit: https://www.vancitycommunityfoundation. ca/initiatives/2020homeless-count.

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elfish, reckless, irresponsible, clueless – just some of the words that come to my mind when describing people who choose not to follow COVID19 rules and health orders.

On Monday, Provincial Medical Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry extended the orders on events and gatherings, which went into effect last month, until Jan. 8, 2021 in order to further bend back the curve and help lower case counts as a vaccine begins to roll out.

Some, have been quick to take aim at Dr. Henry on social media (including the Optimist Facebook page) implying that she is the Grinch who stole Christmas.

No, in fact the Grinch who ‘stole’ Christmas are the irresponsible and reckless people who have been defying orders, have chosen not to wear a mask, have decided to hold house parties, as was the case last week in North Delta, or the hundreds of people who took part in an anti-mask rally last Saturday in Vancouver. Don’t even get me started on former Canucks’ anthem singer Mark Donnelly.

Some of these folks are also the ones who bombard our newsroom email with such ‘insightful’ commentary that the pandemic is a hoax and we as media are just a bunch of sheep spreading fake news.

Well I can tell you what is not fake – as of Tuesday, the 1.55 million people who have died across the globe because of this pandemic, the 68 million reported cases, the devastating effects on our lives, our social connections, our economies and our livelihoods.

And what about all of our first responders, our doctors and nurses?

These frontline heroes have been putting their lives on the line in our hospitals, clinics and care homes since the start of the pandemic. It’s a slap in their face when you chose to be reckless, chose to not follow the rules and chose to look the other way.

COVID-19 brings a Christmas season unlike any other

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couple of Sundays ago we took all of our Christmas decorations out of storage and began the process. Always fun to get everything out again and reminisce over handmade decorations that have been lovingly created over the years. My wife Peggy, a graphic designer, has been making our Christmas cards since we have been married.

This year will be her 35th offering. There have been scenes from everything from It’s a Wonderful Life, to our family, including dogs, peeking around the corner as Santa puts gifts under the tree and 32 scenes of everything in between.

This year’s card will see our photo-shopped mask wearing family hanging COVID-19 virus shaped bobbles on the tree. Just trying to poke a little fun at a nasty situation. This scene will never occur again on future Christmas cards.

I have found myself Christmas snack shopping as usual. I will go to the store to get milk and eggs and come back with the milk and the eggs, but also roasted peanuts, stilton cheese and olives. This

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pattern repeats itself every few days. I will go to buy some steaks and salad material but will also come back with Hershey’s kisses, ju-jubes, pickles and walnuts.

At the liquor store, my $30 wine and beer purchase turns in to a $150-plus venture because I see that bottle of Advocaat for home-made egg nog, the Drambuie for a sip by the fire, and the bottle of Port needed to wash down the stilton and walnuts.

The past few weeks I have wondered about the grocery store flyers in this paper. It’s clearly platter season, but I wonder who we are feeding this year? Beautiful fruit and

charcuterie plates and massive cheese palettes all look and will undoubtedly taste good, but who is going to eat all this in light of the current health guidelines that were extended on Monday?

Last year we had 13 of us around the table for an incredible epicurean feast showcased by the 29-pound turkey. As usual, it was so much fun. This year won’t be the same unfortunately. Do they make twopound turkeys?

Following health guidelines will be emotionally tasking for sure. Juggling and managing “bubbles” will no longer be an issue for the foreseeable future.

I received an email from a friend who lives in Seattle wishing his friends a Happy Thanksgiving. He hoped that we would all be surrounded by friends and family. Sorry my friend. Wrong message.

Sadly, Nana will be behind the glass at KinVillage this year. If you have loved ones that are alone this year try to reach out to bring a tear of joy for them so that there is not a tear of sorrow.

Merry Christmas.

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Letters

Shop local this Christmas Editor: Last week, I bought four Christmas presents at South Coast Casuals, a local family-run business in Ladner Village.

Originally, I got an e-mail alert from the store, advertising a dress that was on sale, so I decided to go and try it on. Some things just have to be done in person, even though I didn’t buy the dress. There were two salespeople in the store with masks on, ensuring that the store was

COVID-19-compliant.

Lots of spraying and wiping down of displays. I was the only customer in the store at that time, which made me sad for the staff and the owners, who have tried so hard to survive since March.

While Amazon will undoubtedly thrive during this Christmas season and beyond, the Hudson’s Bay may or may not do as well. But one thing is for sure, if we don’t purchase items from small local inde-

2021 Council Meeting Schedule

pendent businesses this month, then they may not be here next year for us. So, open your wallets, take out your debit or credit card, and shop local. You have two options: on-line or in person. If, in person, then stop to chat with the staff, from six feet away, smile behind your mask, and buy something.

Anything. It doesn’t even have to be full price. You may just make someone else’s day, month, or year.

A. Cameron

Hunter Road decision won’t be forgotten Editor: With disappointment, I write to express my dismay at Mayor and Council’s decision to approve a 40-unit condominium complex development on Hunter Road in Tsawwassen. This, despite an overwhelming number of letters (24), 5 speakers, written concerns and a petition, adamantly against the development in a wide-ranging variety of aspects.

Instead, with only 11 letters and one

lone speaker in favour of this project, it seems that builders and property taxes won the vote.

Rather than being swayed by the protests of the majority community members who live on tiny cul-de-sac, our elected officials chose to focus on the developer’s needs. Greed, power and profit uber aless.

Please remember this, voters, the next time you cast your ballots.

Brenda Casey

In accordance with Section 127(1)(b) of the Community Charter, notice is hereby given that the 2021 Council Meeting Schedule is available for viewing at the Public Notice Board at Delta City Hall, 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, BC and on the City of Delta’s website, www.delta.ca.

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Give the gift of excellent healthcare by helping fill Delta Hospital’s holiday ‘wish list’ In this abnormal year, your support towards Delta Hospital means more than ever before.

The Delta Hospital Foundation and Community Health Foundation have seen resilience, compassion and courage from the community in support of Delta Hospital’s staff as they deal with the COVID-19 pandemic. But, even when COVID-19 is at the forefront of our minds, other health crises are also taking place.

“People in our community are still being diagnosed with cancer or having heart attacks, strokes and other emergencies. We’re working to ensure all of our community’s critical needs are met,” says Lisa Hoglund, the foundation’s executive director.

As part of maintaining that continued level of care, the foundation has a holiday “wish list” of needed equipment it hopes will be filled through the generosity of donations.

One of the wish list items is the TIMS imaging system, which is a software that allows speechlanguage pathologists to offer the modified barium swallow test at Delta Hospital.

This will be a brand-new service offered on-site that can rapidly diagnose problems in the pharynx.

“This will help anybody with Parkinson’s disease, dysphasia, aphasia, pneumonia, any kind of cancer or stroke,” says Kim Stang,

Delta Hospital’s clinical services manager.

“Given Delta’s aging population, you can see that it will benefit many patients.”

“As you’re making your holiday giving plans, we hope you will consider donating to Delta Hospital,” Hoglund adds. “We need your help to continue bringing new state-of-the-art equipment to Delta Hospital and to continue increasing and improving services offered to our community.”

Your generous donation does make a difference.

Donor support helped build the Peter C. and Elizabeth Toigo Diagnostic Services Building, which opened in April, providing rapid laboratory and imaging services at a critical time.

“This new building has the technology and space to accommodate the TIMS system,” Hoglund says. “Your investment in healthcare excellence makes a difference, each and every day.

Letters

Music program brings needed joy to care homes

Editor: Almost daily now we are hearing, and seeing, news stories about our lonely and isolated seniors living in longterm care. Recently, the BC Senior’s Advocate (Isobel Mackenzie) issued a report stating “seniors would rather die from COVID-19 than from the loneliness they are experiencing from being separated from their families”.

This COVID pandemic has left the most vulnerable of our society isolated and alone like never before.

But there ARE efforts

to try and help out in many ways, and I wonder if people know about an amazing approach called the Heart for Music program. The sole goal of this program is to fund and provide music therapy programs within longterm care facilities.

If any of your readers saw the video clip of the woman with Alzheimer’s, remembering her Swan Lake ballet, there is no denying the power of music.

The Heart for Music program has an online auction underway, is soliciting corporate sponsorships, is creating

individual / personalized playlists for seniors, has live music showing up outside of care homes, and is collecting Christmas cards for seniors at their tree that is part of the Tsawwassen Springs Festival of Lights.

There are so many ways we can help our seniors in care.

Sometimes people just need to be aware of the opportunities that are out there to help our seniors.

I encourage anyone interested to look into the Heart for Music program to learn more (just Google Heart For Music).

Lonne Clark

A public apology is in order

Editor: To the person who berated a gentleman at the range at the Tsawwassen Golf Course with racial comments, sir, I hope you have thought about your

unacceptable cowardly behaviour (waiting with your comments until everybody had left) and offer a public apology.

Hans Verbeek

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“In this exceptional year, I ask you to continue making a difference,” says Lisa Hoglund. “Please make your gift today and turn our wish list into reality. We simply cannot meet these needs without you.”

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

For more information about how you can help support local healthcare, visit the Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation’s website at www.dhchfoundation.ca.

Interested in participating in your local government? An opportunity exists to serve on the Advisory Design Panel in Delta. This advisory panel will help provide advice to Council on matters related to the design and construction of buildings and site design within the Municipality, with the objective of promoting high quality building design. Mayor George V. Harvie and Council are seeking two community volunteers to join an Advisory Design Panel that would also consist of members appointed by the Architectural Institute of British Columbia, the British Columbia Society of Landscape Architects, and a representative from Delta’s Mobility and Accessibility Committee. We encourage applications from community members who have valuable knowledge and experience in areas such as planning, engineering, real estate, construction, design or the development industry.

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Delta housing market continues upward trend SANDOR GYARMATI

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It’s all about getting a detached house.

That’s according to the latest numbers from the Greater Vancouver Real Estate Board and Fraser Valley Real Estate Board, both saying overall housing demand continues to outpace historical averages with single-family detached homes having the strongest demand.

REBGV reports that residential home sales in the region last month saw a 22.7 per cent increase from the sales recorded in November 2019, but a 16.9 per cent decrease from October 2020.

Last month’s sales were still 24.6 per cent above the 10-year November sales average and the second highest total in that period.

Sales of detached homes this November saw a 28.6-per-cent increase from the

detached sales recorded in November 2019.

The benchmark price saw a 9.4 per cent increase from last November and a one per cent increase compared to October 2020.

As far as the benchmark prices in South Delta, a house in Ladner last month had a benchmark of $1.056,200, a 1.4-percent increase from the previous month and 15.3 per cent over the year.

The benchmark for a townhouse in Ladner was $640,000, almost unchanged from the previous month, while up 2.5 per cent from November 2019.

The benchmark for a condominium was $508,700, a two per cent increase from the same time last year.

The benchmark for a house in Tsawwassen was $1,173,000, a 1.7 per cent increase from the previous month and 12.2 per cent

from November 2019.

The benchmark for a Tsawwassen townhouse was $618,300 and $541,500 for a condo, up 1.1 per cent and 1.8 per cent respectively over the year.

FVRB reports overall property sales this November saw an increase of 54.7 per cent compared November of last year, but an 8.3 per cent decrease compared to this October.

The benchmark price for a single-family detached home in the Fraser Valley increased 1.4 per cent compared to this October and increased 11.5 per cent compared to November 2019.

The benchmark for a house in North Delta was $983,800, a 10.5 per cent increase over November of last year.

The benchmark for a townhouse was $581,000 and it was $381,200 for a condo, a 9.6 and 3.3 per cent year-to-year increase respectively.

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Big increase in confirmed COVID19 cases at Ladner greenhouse SANDOR GYARMATI

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The number of employees who tested positive for COVID-19 at a Ladner greenhouse has increased significantly.

Fraser Health and the provincial health ministry on Dec. 3 declared an outbreak at Millennium Pacific Greenhouse, located at 3752 Arthur Dr., after finding evidence of virus transmis-

sion among staff.

At that time, 10 employees of the facility were reported to have tested positive.

Fraser Health said it was screening employees and case and contact management was ongoing.

The health region told the Optimist Tuesday afternoon that the number of confirmed cases among employees has since increased to 43

and that case and contact management is still ongoing.

Those identified as cases and close contacts have been instructed to self-isolate.

Fraser Health has inspected the site and continues to work with the facility to strengthen their COVID-19 mitigation strategies, said a spokesperson from Fraser Health in an email to the Optimist.

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Canada’s largest cannabis producer this month published a study representing on the longterm toxicity and lifespan effects of cannabidiol.

Canopy Growth Corporation and its medical division, Spectrum Therapeutics, published the new study specifically focusing on toxicity and lifespan effects of CBD in worms, specifically Caenorhabditis elegans (C. elegans) because 60-to-80 per cent of their genes are shared with humans.

The study was commissioned to evaluate the solubility, stability, acute toxicity, thermotolerance, and effects on lifespan of CBD in C. elegans as part of Canopy Growth’s ongoing commitment to provide the data required to support and influence public policy through research, the company noted in a news release.

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A study by Canopy Growth suggests CBD could be a fountain of youth, at least for worms.

The company said that to the best of its knowledge, the study represents the first longterm toxicity and lifespan research regarding the effects of chronic exposure to cannabidiol, one of the cannabinoids found in cannabis.

Instead, CBD extended mean lifespan up to 18 per cent and increased late-stage life activity by up to 206 per cent compared to the untreated controls within the study, the company claimed.

“Despite widespread use of CBD, no lifelong toxicity studies had been conducted to date to determine the impact – or potential impact – of long-term exposure to CBD,” said Hunter Land, senior director of Translational and Discovery Science at Canopy Growth.

“These results serve as the only CBD life-long exposure data in an in vivo model to date, and the absence of long-term toxicity gives us the evidence

we need as an industry to continue researching the potential health benefits for the broader application of CBD.” The six-to-eight week lifespan of the worms made the study feasible, the company explained.

Canopy notes that while further research into the life-long use of CBD should be carried out in mammalian models, the C. elegans model indicates a lack of long-term toxicity at physiologically relevant concentrations.

Canopy for a time operated a huge cannabis grow operation called BC Tweed at a greenhouse facility in East Ladner.

The company abruptly shut down that operation earlier this year as part of cost-cutting moves.

The vacant greenhouse on Hornby Drive was recently heavily damaged in a fire.

Delta fire is continuing to investigate the cause of the fire.

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Delta grower commissions survey highlighting desire for pesticide-free cannabis 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

With the second anniversary of the legalization of cannabis this month, consumers in British Columbia say they prefer B.C bud grown naturally without the use of chemical pesticides, but the majority don’t know where or how cannabis is grown.

That’s according to an Angus Reid nationally commissioned by Pure Sunfarms in East Ladner.

Among the findings, 72 per cent of cannabis consumers in this province want to know about where their weed comes from, but only 55 per cent actually know.

The survey also found that 98 per cent of British Columbians say the highest quality cannabis is grown in this province,

while 79 per cent of consumers would choose to purchase product grown free of chemical pesticides. Only 20 per cent know if chemical pesticides are used.

Also, only 36 per cent of British Columbians are aware that unregulated cannabis may be grown using chemical pesticides and only 27 per cent are aware that legal cannabis is grown without their use.

The results also indicate that 80 percent of Canadian cannabis consumers would choose to purchase cannabis grown free of chemical pesticides.

It’s clear that Canadians care about a lot more than just price and potency when they make their purchasing decisions, said Mandesh Dosanjh, president and

form a new venture called Pure Sunfarms The plan is to have 2.2 million square feet of production space at the facility converted to cannabis.

Having already converted 1.1 million square feet, Pure Sunfarms is currently converting a second 1.1 million square feet, which is expected to double

annual output capacity to 150,000 kilograms.

The company also holds an option on an additional greenhouse facility, currently owned and operated by Village Farms, which could further increase total production area by approximately 2.6 million square feet.

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A survey commissioned by Pure Sunfarms also found that more than 56 per cent of British Columbians don’t know how their cannabis is grown but most consumers want to know.

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Delta to look at small business recycling program

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Should Delta consider having a recycling pick up program for small businesses?

The Climate Action and Community Livability Advisory Committee last month got an update on business solid waste and recycling in Delta and several committee members pointed out some of the challenges faced by small business.

Delta currently provides residential waste and recycling collection service to all single-family homes and recycling collection service to all multi-family properties, but does not provide waste and recycling

collection services to schools or businesses.

Their waste and recycling needs vary and can be better met by private haulers, which is common throughout the region, staff noted.

During their discussion, committee members noted it can be difficult for a small office or commercial buildings to store items in between less frequent pickups, while some private waste and recycling companies have a minimum fiveyear contract.

Commercial businesses cannot bring large volumes of recyclable materials to depots for recycling, it was also noted.

During their discussion, it was suggested that

it could be beneficial to have a program for small offices that is similar to residential pick up for the collection of items such as food, cans and bottles.

Staff only responded that they will report back on the current provincial discussions taking place regarding waste management and recycling.

The committee at a previous meeting discussed the possibility of coordinating garbage and recycling pick up services for businesses in Delta, saying it could provide small businesses with access to recycling and provide a more cohesive truck service pick up.

It was noted that the Town of Qualicum Beach provides recycling services to small businesses.

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Delta to change rules around election signs

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Delta is going to make a few changes to its election sign rules.

Council this month endorsed a recommendation by staff to write new bylaw regulations that still permit campaign signs on private property with the consent of the owner or occupant of the property, but also only allowed on 18 specified locations on public property in the city.

The number of signs at each specified location on public property must be limited to one sign

per individual candidate.

In addition to one individual candidate sign, candidates will be permitted to have one sign as part of a multiple candidate team or elector organization, one sign per referendum proponent, opponent, or registered referendum advertising sponsor, or one sign per registered third party sponsor.

A civic report notes staff surveyed other jurisdictions across Metro Vancouver and found a variety of approaches.

Almost all municipalities restrict political signs from locations such as parks and public

facilities, as well as locations that could impact sightlines and safety of vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians.

However, the approaches range from restrictive, including no political signs allowed on public property, to permissive.

Some municipalities have taken a compromise approach where political signs are only permitted at specific public property locations throughout a city and on private property, the staff report notes, adding that, currently, Delta has been on the more permissive end of the spectrum.

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Home for the Holidays SUBMISSION REQUEST

Christmas and the holiday season will be much different this year.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, most, if not all, of our usual Christmas events, concerts and festivals have been modified or canceled this year, but that doesn’t mean we can’t all share in the Christmas spirit.

In the December 24 edition of the Optimist, we will present our annual Christmas greetings section and we want your help to fill that section with your favourite Christmas memory, tradition, story or even a receipe.

Please keep your submissions brief – 100 words or less and include a suitable photo to accompany your submission.

Email your submission to editor Ian Jacques (ijacques@delta-optimist.com) by noon on Thursday, December 17 to be included in the December 24 section in print and on-line.

Lucky Ladner man wins Lotto Max again

It’s true that lightining can strike twice.

That’s the lucky case for Lotto Max player Richard Glasner who won more than $111,000 from the draw on Oct. 10, 2020, just a few years after he and his co-workers split a Maxmillions prize.

The B.C. Lottery Corporation notes the Delta resident purchased the ticket from the Ladner Shell on 48th Avenue.

He was at home when he scanned his ticket on the lotto app.

“I thought it was $111 and change,” Glasner recalled. “I was trying to figure out how I won…so I scanned the ticket again and was elated when I realized the actual amount!”

Glasner celebrated his windfall the same way he did with his previous win, over ribs with one of his

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Ladner’s Richard Glasner won more than $110,000 from the Oct. 10th Lotto Max draw. The win comes after he split a Maxmillions prize with a co-worker a few years ago.

co-workers who was part of the group that won the first time.

“It feels amazing.

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he said.

Glasner said plans to put his win towards a family trip to Cuba once it’s safe to travel.

Christmas Shopping at the Harbour • Bank of Montreal • Benjamin Moore • Café de Gourmet Delights & Catering • Delta Community Living Society • Deltassist Family and Community Services • Evolutions Hair • Expedia Cruises • Expert Hearing Solutions • Eye Vision Optical • Gourmand Macaron • Gracie Barra-JiuJitsu • Harbour Barber • Harold Karro, Public Accounting

604-952-6817 604-946-1333 604-946-7066 604-946-9508 604-946-9526 604-946-2887 604-946-7444 604-940-3233 604-952-3598 778- 809-1207 604-783-8152 604-946-8033 604-946-0449

• IT-Connect • Jarry’s Market • L & V Nails • Lordco Parts Ltd. • Ministry of Children & Family Development • Pharmasave • Pho Haven • Seafair Realty Ltd. • Pizza Hut • South Delta Family Resource Centre • Speed’s Liquor Store Ltd. • Sure Copy Centre

604-940-2977 604-946-5450 604-946-0252 604-946-4679 604-940-7900 604-946-4555 604-946-7910 604-946-1255 604-952-0010 604-946-3933 604-940-6463 604-940-0714

RETAIL LEASING INQUIRIES: DORSET REALTY GROUP

Proudly home to over 20 local merchants and businesses

Colin Schuss

Phone: 604-270-1711 Ext 104 | Email: ColinSchuss@dorsetrealty.com

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s a e d I t f i G for a stocking or under the tree

Your toaster for life!

Gift Ideas!! for your Wife, Mom, Daughter & Best Friend Sweaters Coats Jewellery

PJs Gloves Scarves

Made in England.

Offers all the styling and functionality you would expect from a

Dualit toaster

5042 48TH AVE, LADNER VILLAGE 604-946-7784 • info@vincaskitchen.ca

Complimentary gift wrapping.

Evening Shopping Ap ppointments.

Gift cards, you pick the amount!

5028 48th Ave, Ladner Village (Delta) Mon - Sat 10 - 5 Thurs & Fri 10 - 6 Sun 11 - 5

604.946.8590 sales@southcoastcasuals.com

Stay Connected

A20 The Delta Optimist December 10, 2020

s a e d I t Gi f Christmas

albany books The 12 Days of Christmas Sale!

Starting December 12

SO OUTH COAST CA ASUALS Cashmere Scarf

Follow us on Instagram or Facebook for daily deals as we countdown to Christmas!

@albanybooks

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123 -1315 56 St, Tsawwassen, BC 604-943-2293 www.albanybooks.com

ONLY 15 sDAYS tmas!

No othing says cozy like e a cashmere sca arf! We have over 50 different patterns or solids to pick fro om; these make perfect gifts for anyone in your life!

for a

stocking or under the tree ATLA ANTIS DAY SPA

Just for you

Includes a $1100 Gift Card & $50 in Spa Produ ucts

$150

BOUTIQUE BLANCHE INTIMATES

Until Chri

HOME HARDWARE BUILDING CENTRE

Her store for Christmas

• Sleepwear • Robes • loungewear • Slippers • Bras, and • Panties

Chefman Electric Kettle

Changes colo our from black to red as soon as wate er has boiled. Shuts off automatically, swivel base, with 1500 watts off power.

SKU 3842-003

$59.99

Purchase a $2500 Home Hardware Com gift card your e pick u p Ch déco ristmas and we’ll r and light s! add $500 to the card!

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Sleepwear Loungewear Robes Slippers And Ladies Casual Clothes Featuring Ladies Fine Casual Wear

100% CANADIAN

building centre

Boutique Blanche Intimates

OWNED

1140 - 56th Street, Tsawwassen 604-943-0141

www.homehardwaredelta.com

604-943-8306

| Tsawwassen Town Centre Mall

Beside Thrifty Foods on the Breezeway

s a e d I t Gif Christmas

December 10, 2020 The Delta Optimist A21

for a

stocking or under the tree

ATLANTIS DAY SPA

HOME HARDWARE BUILDING CENTRE

Love, from Santa

Includ des a $250 Gift Card & $100 in Spa a Products

Conair Precision Cut Haircut Kit

Features 50% more power, five e position taper control for customizattion.

Long-lastin ng selfsharpening g blades.

24 pieces.

$350

OK BOOT CORRAL

BOU UTIQUE BLA ANCHE

Boulet Boots

Soia & Kyo Cardigan Vegan leather legging Steve e Madden Boots

Founde ed 1933. eration family 4th gene businesss. Handmade an boots of the Canadia finest quality.

All at Boutique Blanche and all 25% off

SKU 3860-067

$36.99

EXPEDIA CRUISES

BUFF

Give the Gift of a Dream Vacation Let us help put the Gift of Travel under Your Christmas Tree this Year.

STEVESTON MARINE AND HARDWARE

THE RUNINN

SOUTH COAST CASUALS Zsiska Heart Necklaces

Show your heart with a Zsiska necklace.

Adjustable lengths, 2 sizes, multiple colours.

Small $39.98 Large $49.98

WE MAKE BOATING MORE AFFORDABLE!

GREAT GIFT IDEA!

Head & nec ckwear that’s multtifunctional and versattile. Quality features, make them ideal for an ny kind of sports acttivity. Sunny summ mers or win ntery cold, th hey’ll keep you moving!

Dickinson BBQ Small Propane Sea-B-Que

Width 24”, Height 12.375”, Depth 10”, Weight 18lbs, Cooking Surface 9.25”wide x 16” long, 10,000 BTU. Product Code:00SBQS Only $269.99

New for Christmas JUST ARRIV VED SMASH TESS S ROMPERS

THE BEST BRANDS | THE BEST PRICES THE MOST KNOWLEDGEABLE STAFF

THE BEST SERVICE

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8331 River Road, 1667 West 5th Ave., 04- 201-19700 Langley Bypass, 54 Richmond, BC V6X 1Y1 Vancouver, BC V6J 1N5 Langley, BC V3A 7B1 Phone: 604-279-5434 couver, B Phone: 604-733-7031 ncton Phone: 604-530-7031 04-277 Fax: 604- Fax: 604-732-6216 Fax: 604-530-7051

SHOP ONLINE AT WWW.STEVESTONMARINE.COM OR CALL TOLL-FREE 1-800-656-5559

#109 - 1315 56th Street,Tsawwassen • Tel: 604.943.8088 www.shopboutiqueblanche.com • Follow us:

A22 The Delta Optimist December 10, 2020

BC & ALBERTA GUIDE DOGS

s a e d I t Gif Christmas

for a

stocking or under the tree

HOME HARDWARE BUILDING CENTRE

BOUTIQ QUE BLANCH HE INTIMAT TES

Outland Firebowl

Please Sponsor me!

Give a gift with purpose this holiday season so I can become a life-changing Guide Dog, Autism Service Dog or PTSD Service Dog. Puppy Sponsorships come in all sizes, so call or visit our website to find the ‘Paw’fect gift.

Outdoor living perfected with 58,00 00 BTU’s, clean modern design and sup perior high gloss enamel finish.

The e perfect cam mpfire!

Ladies fine e casual clotthes and lingerie e

SKU 5517-119

$129.99

BOUTIQUE BLANCHE

OK BOOT CORRAL

Handcrafted luxurious Voluspa candles

in a variety of exquisite scents

Bison Belts

Top Quality Canadian Made Belts

WWW.BCGUIDEDOG.COM

$39.99

604-940-4504 info@bcguidedog.com

SHOP

towerfitnessequipment.ca

Providing Premium Fitness Equipment Solutions Since 2003 • Treadmill, Stationary ry y Bike or Elliptical for the whole family to enjoy • Spin Bike for your cycling enthusiast • Strength Equipment for the weight lifter in your life • Indoor Rowing Machine for full body, low-impact workouts • Fitness Accessories for stockings and under the tree!

Gift Cards if it is just too hard to choose!

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ALBANY BOOKS

Pudus Cosy Winte er Slipper Socks forr Women, Men and d Kids with Non-Slip Grippers & Fauz Fur She erpa Fleece - Fuzzyy Reading Sock ks.

December 10, 2020 The Delta Optimist A23

for a

stocking or under the tree

A’S ANGELA BOUTIQUE

VINCAS KITCHEN BC GUIDE DOGS

Frasier Fir Pine Needle Candles

by Thymes

RVCA sherp pa-lined Runyon Parrka, & engineerr stripe mock neck k Arabella sweater.

Puppy Sponsorships

from BC & Alberta Guide e Dogs make ‘Paw’ffect gifts with purpo ose this holiday seaso on! Visit www.bcguidedog.com for gifft options.

The aromatic snap of Siberrian fir, cedarwood and earthy sandalwood combine to create a just-cut forest fragrance that evokes warmth and comfort.

SPA TIME

TOWER FITNESS EQUIPMENT SERVICES INC. Weight Benches

GOLF FBALLS.CA

Top quality pre-owned. All Brands available!

Over 250,000 balls in stock! Great Stocking Stuffers! Titlieist Pro V1 from $12 per dozen!

Callaway Balls from $7 per dozen! Nike Balls from $7 per dozen! TaylorMade Golf Balls from $8 per dozen! Ladies Golf Balls from $7 per dozen! TopFlite Balls from $6 per dozen!

Bring home the gym to your family • Residential benches starting at $245.00 • Commercial benches starting at $750.00 Many models available and in stock

www.towerfitnessequipment.ca

Collagen Induction Therapy (micro-n needling) & Dermaroller Home Care Kits available at Spa Time

December Specials Just For You Y

Enjoy a 60min. Relaxattion Massage followed by a Hot Oil Scalp Treatment 90min. $170

Christmas Bliss

OxyGeneo Signature Facial with a 30min. Massage 90min. $259 Holiday Gift Card Drive Through

OK Boot Corral has now opened a second location in the Tsawwassen Mills shopping centre.

The new store is an extension of the well known OK Boot Corral at 205 Carroll St. in historic Gastown.

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Boulet Boots Kids and Infant Boots Bison Belts Mexican belts, all leather, handmade Stetson Hats (arriving in 1 week) Minnetonka Outback Hats Leather Jackets & Vests

■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■

Dorfman crushable felt hats Denix Replica Guns Holsters Knives Belt buckles Bolo Ties Come in

Featured Items: Boulet Casual shoes values to 329.99 for 69.99 Bison Belts 39.99 Mexican Handmade belts 29.99 Dorfman Pacific felt crushable hats 59.99

Call or email us with your Gift Card details then drive by to pick up your perfect gift without even leaving your car!

#301 - 1777 56th Street Tsawwassen, BC 6 0 4 . 9 4 8 . 0 4 5 8 At l a nt i s D ay S p a . co m

Valid until December 31st, 2020. Not to be combined with any other offers. Other restrictions may apply. See in store for details.

Unit # 518 Tsawwassen Mills NEXT TO THE BODY SHOP AND NEAR THE FOOD COUR RT

604.940.0722 | Okbootcorral.com

and enter our draw to win a pair of cowboy boots!

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY

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s a e d I t Gif Christmas

MANTA

for a

stocking or under the tree STEVESTON MARINE AND HARDWARE Standard Horizon HX890BK VHF Radio

Floating 6 Watt Class H DSC Handheld VHF/ GP PS. Leading the way ag gain!

Only $289.99

SPA TIME Experience the benefits of

CBD Massage Treatments

NOW CARRYING MANTA

Available at Spa Time.

Pickleball Paddles & Balls

VINCAS KITCHEN

SAXX

PLUS! Indoor & Outdoor court shoes

More gift ideas on pages A21 & A24

Spa Time

Spa Time

@RUNINNSTORES

Spa Time

Spa Time

Spa Time Spa Time

*while supplies last

Spa Time Giving Tree

(formerly seen at our open house events) Spend $150 or more and choose a gift from Tree A Spend $250 or more and choose a gift from Tree B *qualifying purchases include all retail and gift cards *while supplies last

1232 56th Street | 604-948-9801 | www.spatime.ca

G

LFBALLS.

GOLF BALL WAREHOUSE

NOW OPEN

CA

STOCKING STUFFERS!!

DRIVERS PUTTERS GOLF GLOVES GOLF TEES UMBRELLAS ACCESSORIES

PROV1 12 PK $19.99

36 PK NOODLE $19.99

36 PK TITLEIST PRO-LINK $39.99

36 PK LADY’S GOLF BALLS $39.99

36 PK MIXED BRANDS $19.99

36 PK PRO-LINK GOLF BALLS $39.99

TO THE PUBLIC

With GOLFBALLS.CA you always receive TOP QUALITY used golf balls.

4 WHEEL GOLF CARTS 99 $

36 PK TOP-FLITE $19.99

36 PK PINNACLE $19.99

36 PK CALLAWAY $39.99

GOLFBALLS.CA

Unit 11 - 7355 72nd Street, Tilbury Business Park, Delta

199

Hours of Operation: 8 am -4:30 pm Monday to Friday

ogb@axion.net www.golfballs.ca

PENELOPE FIBRE ARTS • Supplies for knitting, weaving, spinning, felting and more!

• Gift items including Fair Trade baskets from Ghana GIFT CERTIFICATES Brenda Alexander (778) 292-1282 info@penelopefibrearts.com

Spa Time

Let us help you out with holiday shopping.

We offer contactless payment and curbside pickup for Gift cards & Retail.

Spa Time

Spa Time Gift Guide

Spa Time

Spa Time

Buy 3 get 1 free on travel sizes Purchase 3 full size products, receive a gift with purchase Purchase 4 full size products, receive 2 gift’s with purchase

Spa Time

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Eminence Specials

Spa Time

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Made for Canadians by Canadians.

604.943.4661 • www.runinn.com THERUNINNSTORES

Super-soft and equipped with the patented BallPark Pouch™ for unrivaled support.

Meyer Accolade Granite Non-Stick Fry Pan

#125-1315 56th Street • Tsawwassen Town Centre Mall WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/THERUNINN

THE RUNINN

www.penelopefibrearts.com 1665 128th Street, Surrey, B.C. V4A 3V2 Ocean Park

YARN - FIBRE - LOOM - WHEELS - EQUIPMENT - DYES

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Your One-stop Shop for Wine, Spirits & Beer

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BAILEYS ORIGINAL IRISH CREAM Ireland 5959 750 ml

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JACKSON-TRIGGS PROPRIETORS' SELECTION CABERNET SAUVIGNON Canada 201434 4 L

PHILLIPS MIXED PACK Canada 281204 12 x 355 ml

OPEN EARLY

Tsawwassen 1319h 56th Street

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RAVENSWOOD OLD VINE ZINFANDEL USA 599381 750 ml

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ABSOLUT VODKA Sweden 110056 750 ml

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ESTRELLA DE PASCUA CABERNET SAUVIGNON SYRAH Chile 259051 750 ml or SAUVIGNON BLANC 150389 750 ml

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STELLA ARTOIS Canada 15011 12 x 330 ml

Ladner 5202 48th Avenue

SALE ENDS JANUARY 2nd * While supplies lasst. Inventory by store will vary. Prices are subject to cha ange without notice. In the event of a change, the product description and display price in the liquor store will prevail. Prices do not include taxes.

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Draw a picture of your favourite Christmas scene, colour it, then enter our

31st Annual Christmas

COLOURING CONTESTT Prizes for 3 age categories: • Under 6 • 6-9 Years • 10-12 Years

Deadline for entries: Tuesday, December 15, 2020 ONE PRIZE WINNER IN EACH AGE CATEGORY, PRIZES FROM

Winning entries will be published in the Tuesday, December 24th Christmas Greetings Section Entries will be judged and winners notified by phone. Mail or drop your finished entries at:

Delta Optimist — 5008 47A Ave, Delta BC V4K 1T8

Please use the white mailbox out front that is fixed to the side of the newspaper box.

Name:__________________________________ Phone:________________ Address:__________________________________________ Age:____

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Redi-Strip Metal Cleaning 7691 Vantage Way

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Seaspan Ferries 7700 Hopcott Road

8

Brockmann’s Chocolates 7863 Progress Way

3

GOLFBALLS.CA #11-7355 72nd Street

9

ATI Truck Repair Ltd. 7945 Alexander Road

4

Tilbury Tool Repairs #130 7391 Vantage Way

10

Kwantlen Pizza & Party Place #208 – 8291 92 Street (on River Road)

5

H.B. Roofing #109-7402 Progress Way

11

Ocean Trailer 9076 River Road

6

Tower Fitness Equipment #106 & 107 - 7562 Progress Way

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“To be the best Employer, Supplier, Customer and Corporate Citizen.

Integrity is our commitment, if we promise to do it we will! Nothing less should be expected”.

HEAD OFFICE 800.891.8858 SALES I RENTALS I SERVICE I PARTS

SURREY 604.455.0885

WINNIPEG 866.397.5524

CALGARY 877.720.7171

EDMONTON 800.610.1019

NANAIMO 877.878.5979

DELTA 604.940.0210

PRINCE RUPERT 250.627.1981

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Introducing our Industrial Neighbours in Tilbury INSTA SPACE STORAGE

Insta-Space Storage rents steel shipping containers, in Vancouver and throughout BC, for portable secure storage and refrigerated storage containers that offer reliable temperature-controlled storage for fresh or frozen goods.

Storage containers have a wide variety of applications and their customers range from contractors and homeowners, to special events coordinators and retail stores who prefer their clean, attractive and well-maintained storage solutions.

OCEAN TRAILER

SEASPAN FERRIES

SEASPAN FERRIES are an integral part of the Vancouver Island supply chain that is customer used and value driven. SEASPAN has been providing commercial customers with safe, reliable and cost effective marine transportation solutions to and from Vancouver Island for over 100 years.

H.B. ROOFING COMPANY LTD.

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is Western Canada’s Trailer Specialist Special People Creating Exceptional Places

MISSION STATEMENT “To be the best Employer, Supplier, Customer and Corporate

Citizen. Integrity is our commitment, if we promise to do it we will! Nothing less should be expected”.

HB roofing is a professional roofing company that is locally owned and operated. HB roofing has been in business for over 20 years. Our professional roofing contractor philosophy is to provide quality workmanship and customer satisfaction to all HB Roofing’s clientele. HB roofing, the professional roofing contractor’s services include a full sheet metal shop onsite, production of metal roofing, fabrication of materials onsite, continuous gutters, and a fully equipped disposal service. HB roofing manufactures many of their roofing materials. This advantage gives HB roofing the edge among the competition in providing quick and efficient service.

HB roofing is a professional roofing company that is locally owned and operated. Our professional roofing contractor philosophy is to provide quality workmanship and customer satisfaction to all HB Roofing’s clientele. HB roofing, the professional roofing contractor’s services include a full sheet metal shop onsite production of metal roofing, fabrication of materials onsite, continuous gutters, and a fully equipped disposal service. HB roofing manufactures many of their roofing materials. This advantage gives HB roofing the edge among the competition in providing quick and efficient service.

• Fully insured and certified • Offers 24 hr emergency service • Up to 50 years manufacturer guarantee on products and installation • On-site WCB-compliant Construction Safety officer HB Roofing professional roofing contractor is experienced in all types of sloped • On-site clean up and flat roofing systems. HB Roofing offers new and re-roofing installations for • Disposal Service commercial, industrial and residential markets. They offer service for repairs and maintenance for both tar & gravel and torch-on membrane roof systems.

Call Sean Donnelly Mobile 604-240-6843 HB Roofing works with all type of roofing materials such as synthetic, wood, hbroofing.ca In business 30 years green, metal, asphalt shingles, torch-on membrane and concrete & slate tiles.

FRE REE E ESTIMA MATE A 604.946.5346

info@hbroofing.ca 7402 Progress Way Delta, BC V4G OA1 (Tilbury ry y Industrial Park)

Quick and easy storage for Cars, Boats, Seasonal Gear, Household Itemss, Tools and more.

Imagine a clean,, attractive storagge container delivered rigght when and where you need it.

AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE VANCOUVER ISLAND SUPPLY CHAIN

For information call 604.940.7245 www.seaspanferries.com

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Introducing our Neighbours on River Road and Tilbury Areas ATI TRUCK REPAIR LTD.

OCEAN TRAILER

Ocean Trailer began in 1985 and is still run by the Keay family. The heart of Ocean Trailers is their employees. They are a diverse group backed by over 240 enthusiastic, hardworking individuals.

TILBURY TOOL REPAIRS

Tilbury Tool Repairs have moved west a few doors down to 7391 Vantage Way. They are still where to go for skilled repairs done quickly. They are known throughout the lower mainland as the fast and friendly team capable of handling tool repairs across a range of industries. Their technicians can fix just about anything.

WE REPAIR: LAWNMOWERS GENERATORS PRESSURE WASHERS GRINDERS COMPRESSORS AIR NAILERS ELECTRIC MOTORS PIPE THREADERS DRAIN CLEANERS ELECTRIC DRILLS MITRE/COMPOUND/TABLE SAWS AND MUCH MORE....

WE ARE A WARRANTY REPAIR CENTER FOR:

ATI Truck Repair is a family business founded by brothers Anup and Iqbal Singh in 2003. Together, they have consistently provided high-quality truck repair and maintenance services for all models and brands of trucks, trailers, buses, motorhomes, RVs, flat decks, vans, and dump trunks, for big fleets and individual owners alike. ATI Truck Repair has earned an excellent reputation in the British Columbia truck & trailer repair and body shop industry. ATI was recently recognized at the Delta Chamber’s ‘ Hats Off to Excellence Awards’as the Apprentice Sponsor of the Year.

REDI-STRIP METAL CLEANING CANADA

Redi-Strip Metal Cleaning is your metal cleaning specialist. Whether pre-treating, cleaning, finishing and for whatever purpose they will do the job the very best. Serving Delta since 1978 the family run business has a staff of safe and qualified employees. All operations are conducted in an environmentally responsible manner.

METAL CLEANING, PRETREATMENT

INDUSTRIAL

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AND FINISHING MINING ¢ AUTOMOTIVE

ISO 9001:2008 Certified ¢ Controlled Goods Program Registered ¢ Quality Service Since 1978

¨ Degreasing ¨ Paint Stripping ¨ Pickling I Oiling ¨ Rust Removal ¨ Staiinlless Passiivattion ¨ Zinc and Manganese Phosphating ¨ Media Blasting ¨ Painting

Tanks, Vessels, Boilers, Burners Engine es, Pumps, Turbines Gearss, Rotors, Bearings, Springs Housings, Shrouds, Cowls Heat Exchangers, Radiators Valvess, Fittings, Piping Beams, Plates, Rods Cars, Boats and more...

CLEANING FOR: Oxyge en Service Chlorine Service Onsite e Service

MAKITA RIDGID HITATCHI/KOKI RYOBI BRIGGS & STRATTON EGO JET/SUREWERX BOSTITCH DEWALT

604 940 8603 PLEASE CALL AND INQUIRE ON WHAT WE WILL FIX AND TURNAROUND TIMES. #130 7391 VANTAGE WAY TILBURY, DELTA, B.C. WE DO NOT SELL OR SOURCE PARTS

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7691 Vantage Way, Tilbury Industrial Park, Delta, BC V4G 1A6 (604) 946-7761 ¢ www.redi-strip.com ¢ info@redi-strip.com

A30 The Delta Optimist December 10, 2020

Introducing our Neighbours on River Road and Tilbury Areas TOWER FITNESS EQUIPMENT

BROCKMANN’S CHOCOLATES

Come visit our location in Tilbury Industrial Park to buy fitness accessories and equipment, or to try out the cardio and strength equipment in our showroom.

Or shop online from the comfort of your home at towerfitnessequipment.ca!

Tower Fitness Equipment represents the full line of TRUE residential and commercial cardio and strength equipment in British Columbia as well as numerous other brands of equipment and fitness products. Come visit our showroom to try out the dozens of pieces of equipment set up to for you to see!

Brockmann’s Chocolate is a local business, and is proud to be part of the Delta and Tilbury Park communities by supporting local charities such as the Delta Hospital Foundation, Deltassist Family & Community, and Reach Child & Youth Development Society. This year, as we come together, by staying apart, please visit our website for chocolate treats and gifts. Support Local. Brockmannchocolate.shop.

TOWER FITNESS SS EQUIP EQUIPMENT

We are close to you and still open!

has been providing premium fitnesss equipment solutions since 2003 and prides itself on being a fulll and complete resource for all your fitness equipment needds. With our technical background and expertise we not only sell equipmeent but we service and take care of it too.

Come visit our showroom or shop online for a wide selection of high-quality fitness equipment, including and featturing TRUE cardio and strength.

■ Treadmills ■ Stationary bikes ■ Ellipticals

■ Rowers ■ Spin bikes ■ Dumbbells & otheer

weight products

Visit our website for quality chocolates for snacking or gift giving!

■ Climbers ■ Strength equipment ■ Other fitness related accessories

Options for delivery or Friday Curbside pick up. p.

Gift Cards Available!

brockmannchocolate.shop shop 604-946-4111

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Community

ADVICE FROM THE PROS

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QUESTION:

Are you still having your sale of Royal Canadian mint product this fall.

ANSWER: Yes we are. Our Sixth annual sale started on November 1st.

All Royal Canadian mint product dated 2017 and older there is an additional 25% off.

For 2018 RCM product there is 15% off and for 2019 RCM product there is 10% off.

Jim Richardson, owner Western Coin and Stamp

This is on top of any items that are already marked down from the original issue price.

Sometimes this can lead up to 60% from the original price that the Canadian mint charged.

We have had a lot of newer product arrive in and also had found a few boxes that had not been unpacked from our move 3 years ago.

This has led to very nice amount of unusual mint product that has not been in our cases for a long time.

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As crazy as 2020 has been, we tried to think of how we could celebrate a little differently this year.

We realized that, as much as there are things that we will miss this Christmas, there are people that are having a more difficult time than us.

We figured the best way to put a smile on our faces, was to put a smile on those less fortunate.

Deltaassist is a fantastic organization that does amazing things in our community.

If you have the means, take some of the money that you would have spent on corporate gifts and company parties and pass it along to your favorite charity. I guarantee you the feeling you get will be the BEST Christmas Gift you receive!

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Even though the annual boat, light parade and Ladner Gospel Assembly Christmas caroling event, held at the Ladner Government dock, was cancelled because of COVID-19, at least one local family sent out some Christmas joy to the community last weekend. Roy and Val Botkin (owner) of the Island Provider on deck and their (son) Derek at the hull, decked the vessel in lights and continued a 30-year tradition for the family.

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Awards roll in for Delta producer Ladner’s Alexis Corry and Despina Gkioulis want to help frontline workers CAMERON THOMSON

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A Delta man’s film which documents the violent murder of a close friend continues to bring in awards two years after its release.

Alex Sangha, a social worker and film producer who lives in North Delta, is celebrating the success of a film he produced in 2019 called My Name is January.

The film documents the story of January Marie Lapuz, a transgender sexworker tragically murdered in September 2012 in her apartment in New Westminster.

A recent win for the film adds to the already extensive list of exposure the film has received having garnered 13 awards, landing 13 finalist positions, six semi-finalist positions and 56 official selections to date.

The film’s latest accolade comes from the Directors Cut Int’l Film Festival where it won best documentary (short) in November.

“I kind of think January made it happen from heaven,” Sangha said. “I feel she’s like ‘make me famous honey, make me famous.’”

Before her death, Lapuz was an active volunteer for SHER Vancouver, a social, cultural, advocacy and peersupport group for LGBTQ South Asians.

When she died, Sangha says more attention was paid to her career and killer rather than the person she was.

“We wanted to share her story of how we knew her and create a legacy for her about what she meant to us as our social coordinator and share her true story,” Sangha said.

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This Sunday, two Ladner singers will be releasing a new single to raise money to help provide lifesaving resources to frontline workers in Canada.

Alexis Corry, 17, and Despina Gkioulis, 12, have already had storied performance careers.

Corry started singing at age of six in her church choir. A competitive dancer, Corry has also performed in the 2019 Aurora Christmas Festival in Vancouver at the PNE. According to her mother, Gkioulis has been singing since she was able to speak. She has been involved in school plays and was cast in several semi-professional plays through the delta youth theatre.

During the pandemic though, the musicians recently collaborated with two other artists singing We Are the World.

Following the single’s release, a portion of the proceeds will be going towards CanadaHelps COVID-19 Healthcare & Hospital Fund.

Corry said recording the single was an exciting experience, being able to work with others and the

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Alexis Corry, Rose Darvish and Despina Gkioulis in the studio recording their “We Are The World” single. message the song conveys.

“We are living in such difficult times and unity is needed. I find music is a way to communicate to others and it couldn’t have been a better song to express that,” Corry said. “I hope the song will connect with people and touch them in a way that brings a sense of we are in this

together.”

Gkioulis says she was inspired to contribute to the project for the experience of working with her peers and where the proceeds would be going towards.

“I wanted to be a part of it because it was fun working with an all-girl group and I love singing and being in the studio,”

Gkioulis said. “The proceeds for this song go to a great cause and that was another reason why I wanted to be a part of it.”

The single, which you can watch the music video for on YouTube under the title Canadian Girl Power - We Are The World, will be released on Dec. 13.

Delta Hospice’s Centre of Supportive Care maneuvering its way around COVID-19 Loss and grief, along lifethreatening health issues are difficult to navigate in the best of times. COVID-19 has made this more challenging and isolating for many people who have lost loved ones during or prior to the pandemic or are living with lifethreatening illness.

Delta Hospice Society’s Centre for Supportive Care has not stopped providing supportive and bereavement services to the Delta community during this unprecedented global event.

According to a Society news release, most of these services

are offered remotely though there is a limited number of inperson offerings too.

Supportive services include Restorative Yoga, a long-standing and valued resource for people living with cancer. It is offered via video which makes access so easy.

The drop-in Relaxation Circle is another supportive service that is for people living with lifethreatening illness. An added bonus is that family members may attend too. This is offered by video as well.

Individual bereavement counselling services are avail-

able in video, telephone and inperson formats. Clients appreciate this variety of ways to obtain support especially when their social interactions have been limited due to COVID-19.

Bereavement group services continue-virtually! The wellestablished Adult Grief Group is offered many times during the year and the newer drop-in Suicide Bereavement Support Group is offered monthly.

Feedback from group participants has been very positive as groups allow connection with others when physical distancing has become a pandemic health

and safety requirement.

Music Therapy continues as an important component of the Society’s array of services. The music therapists offer both virtual and in-person sessions.

New to the Society is its library of Relaxation Videos crafted to help address insomnia, anxiety, pain and overall mind-body discomfort. A specialized video on Anticipating Holidays & Special Occasions While Grieving is now available for those in need of this resource. These videos are available on the Society’s website: deltahospice.org.

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Community

A Time of Holy Waiting

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I pray that they may find the hope and peace they yearn for. I pray that they may stay well, and that while I may never meet them, that they are blessed and loved.

Regardless of how you celebrate this season, may you know God’s love for you.

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We feel the shortened days and longer nights more fully. As we immerse ourselves into the Biblical readings assigned for Advent, there is a running theme that reveals itself. One of comfort. One of preparation. One of waiting. This is a Holy Time of year. A time of year where we join with the heavenly powers in Holy Waiting for the birth of a little child who will lead them as Isaiah tells us.

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Ferguson reflects on long-standing Optimist career SANDOR GYARMATI

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There’s always going to be a need and important role for community newspapers.

That’s what longtime Delta Optimist features sales manager Bob Ferguson is saying about the future of the local newspaper as he hangs it up after more than three decades with the paper.

Ferguson, a UBC grad, worked at or help start up several community newspaper publications before joining the Optimist in 1989 to help build its advertising revenues.

Having spent almost 40 years with community newspapers, Ferguson fondly recalls, “It’s been a dream when I was asked to come here because Delta was the perfect place to raise kids. They were both young and went through the school system here and I had no interest going anywhere else. It’s a great community, really,” he said.

“Delta is consistently growing and everyone benefits by having the Optimist to get all their local news and events and the advertising through the businesses.

You’re seeing more businesses come to Tilbury and increased development and opportunity.”

While Delta has seen a lot of changes over the years, and the same can be said for print newspaper publications

PHOTO BY SANDOR GYARMATI

Retiring features manager Bob Ferguson started at the Optimist in 1989.

as the move to digital in many markets appears in full swing, Ferguson believes that Deltans will always value their local newspaper and getting a copy of the Optimist at their doorsteps.

“When I was still at UBC, people, then, were saying it was the end of newspapers. It had no future and the electronic media was going to take over and everyone will have to read it on the computer,” he added. “I thought it would be a waste

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if that ever happened and since I’ve gotten with the paper, they’ve remained strong. It’s probably stronger. I think people, still, just like reading a book, they still like their hardcopy. We’ve done great and they will continue to do great.”

Ferguson, who at university did his thesis on starting community newspapers in the Fraser Valley, and later applied that knowledge to do just that, admits the advertising game is in his

blood, enjoying every minute of it.

Known for putting in long hours to ensure his clients get the best for their advertising budgets, Ferguson will be remembered for his ultra-high work ethic and unwavering dedication.

“Bob’s dedication to the Optimist is only rivalled by his dedication to his clients and our community. Advertisers and industry leaders from across the province have reached out and sent their best wishes to Bob – and we too wish Bob the best in retirement and eagerly await reports of his continued adventures,” said publisher Matt Blair.

Alvin Brouwer, president of Lower Mainland Publishing LP and Glacier Community Media Digital, agreed, saying, “Bob has had a stellar career in the newspaper industry and he will be missed. Bob has helped hundreds of local South Delta companies grow their business over the years and I am sure whatever he next tackles in life he will be a success.”

Ferguson, who has two grown sons Kyle and Micheal, plans on keeping his ties to the Optimist and the Delta community, saying the 100th anniversary of the publication in 2022 will be something truly special.

To continue Ferguson’s attentiveness to clients and attention to detail, the Optimist recently welcomed John Avdic to its sales team.

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The Delta Division of Family Practice wishes to thank the following for their generous support in the organization and operation of the flu vaccination clinics held at Harris Barn. This immense undertaking would not have been possible without them.

• City of Delta • South Delta Public Health • Delta Hospital • Fraser Health • South Delta Family Physicians • South Delta Medical Office Assistants

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Thank you to vaccination recipients for helping to keep everyone safe by respecting COVID-19 protocols.

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The Delta Ice Hawks are going to have to wait a while before unveiling their latest signing.

The Pacific Junior Hockey League club has added top Western Hockey League prospect Mathew Ward to its roster. The 16-year-old was selected 13th overall by the Swift Current Broncos in the 2019 WHL Bantam Draft.

The high-scoring Kamloops native has spent the past two seasons playing at the academy level, initially with the Delta Hockey Academy’s top Bantam Prep team then last year in Midget Prep with West Vancouver where he compiled 64 points in 34 games, including 19 goals.

Ward’s teammates included Conor Bedard, the top pick in this year’s Bantam Draft and the first-ever player in the WHL to be granted exceptional status, paving the way for him to play major junior as a 15-year-old.

When Ward will make his Ice Hawks debut remains to be seen. Delta has not played since a 4-1 win over the defending league champion North Vancouver Wolf Pack on Nov. 7. One day later, Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry’s temporary ban on indoor

games went into effect. On Monday, she extended the COVID-19 safety protocol until at least Jan. 8.

The league had worked hard to get back on the ice — creating three-team cohort groups that were slated to play about 12 games against each other until the holidays break while following strict social distancing measures.

The Hawks had managed to play five games in its cohort group with North Van and the Langley Trappers — going 3-2-0. Should the league be able to continue in the new year, expect new cohort groups with Delta likely staying within in the Fraser Health region for all its games.

The win over the Wolf Pack marked the debut of team captain Michael Farren who scored twice as Delta erased a 1-0 deficit with four unanswered goals.

The 20-year-old veteran signed with Delta under an agreement that allows WHL players to play in other junior leagues while awaiting the start of their season.

Farren’s rights belong to Swift Current after spending the past four seasons with Saskatoon and Kelowna.

Reegan House and Truman Chiu also scored for Delta while goaltender Jordy Engelson was outstanding, making 51 saves.

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Alex Lucchesi and the Delta Ice Hawks managed to get five games in before new Provincial Health orders shut down cohort play last month.

SDSS runners win their divisions in BC X-Country Pandemic Challenge PHOTO COURTESY OF SOUTH DELTA SECONDARY

Brianna Jassmann (left) and Gemma Dumas won their respective divisions in the BC School Sports Cross Country Pandemic Challenge.

A pair of South Delta Secondary students certainly made the most of a rare and unique athletic opportunity amid COVID-19 restrictions.

Presented by Subway, the B.C. School Sports Cross Country Pandemic Challenge was designated for multi-sport athletes across B.C. as the provincial organization pushes for student-athlete engagement during these difficult times.

Schools had about a two-week window (Oct. 21 to Nov. 4) for students to run their specified distances and then submit their times.

South Delta’s Brianna Jassmann had the fastest clocking at the senior girls level over 5.5 kilometres, finishing ahead of Burnaby Central’s Kaitlyn. Heslop and Handsworth’s Nicole Erickson.

Meanwhile, Gemma Dumas took Junior Girls honours over the

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The virtual event was the first interschool competition to take place since the provincial basketball championships back in March.

Currently, seasonal sports are allowed training only with students remaining in their designated cohort groups.

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Welcome to Adlington Court! This thoughtfully laid out 2 bedroom + den home is located in one of Ladner’s most sought after developments within walking distance to parks, schools and shopping! Step into the open concept layout that boasts a spacious master bedroom with ensuite and a large second bedroom. HUGE windows in both bedrooms overlook the STUNNING trees in the courtyard directly out front. Up to two pets allowed, secured parking & ample visitor parking, fees include gas and hot water, this place has it all!

102, 4745 54A Street, Ladner $499,900

NEW LISTING

STUNNING 3 LEVEL TOWNHOME Gorgeous mountain & ocean views to be seen from this 2 year young townhome located in Aerie Walk! This ultra bright townhome has an open concept main floor living area with high end stainless steel appliances, white kitchen cabinets & engineered hardwood flooring. The 3 bedrooms upstairs offer large bright windows, and the Master includes a walkthrough closet & 4 piece ensuite. A must see home!

574, 4688 Hawk Lane, Tsawwassen $599,000

SOLD

32 4953 57 Street Ladner $569,900

SOLD

200, 1150 54A Street Tsawwassen $559,000

SOLD

102 5900 Ferry Road Ladner $939,000

SOLD

4557 45A Ave Ladner $1,029,000

SOLD

3 4749 54A Street Ladner $665,000

SOLD

206 4770 52A Street Ladner $539,000

SOLD

9 6380 48A Avenue Ladner $519,000

SOLD

6377 Crescent Court Ladner $1,250,000

SOLD

34 4787 57 Street Ladner $670,000

SOLD

6069 Crescent Drive Ladner $1,350,000

SOLD

4660 Mallard Lane Tsawwassen $929,900

SOLD

1199 West 7th Ave Vancouver $1,598,000

SOLD

Lot 1 at 5098 Kirk Place Ladner $1,398,000

SOLD

21 4949 57 Street Ladner $579,900

SOLD

4633 55A Street Ladner $1,288,000

SOLD

8 6350 48A Ave Ladner $685,000

SOLD

8 4695 53 Street Ladner $670,000

SOLD

PH3 5555 13A Ave, Tsawwassen $399,900

22 HOMES SOLD SINCE OCTOBER 26TH

December 10, 2020 The Delta Optimist A41

MAGNIFICENT HOME IN MARINA GARDENS

LINDA Chancey

Personal Real Estate Corporation

604-880-5552

JUST LISTED

BOB Chancey

Personal Real Estate Corporation

604-946-8899

STREET OF DREAMS Cozy, updated family home located on the HAPPIEST street in town!. This location is as good as it gets in the central west side of Ladner! Step into this welcoming home with a tastefully renovated kitchen and bathrooms. California shutters throughout the whole house. The flowing main floor layout offers plenty of room for your family. Enjoy the perfect backyard with ample space for games & entertainment.

4628 55A Street, Ladner $1,288,000

BLAKE Chancey

Personal Real Estate Corporation

604-788-0480

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

Located in one of Ladner’s most sought-after communities, close to Neilson Grove Elementary School, serene walking trails, the marina and next door to “The Links” golf course. This lovely home features an open concept living, dining and beautiful kitchen with granite countertops. Spacious Office/Bedroom on the main floor plus a 3 piece bath also on the main. Upstairs features a fantastic layout with 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Luxury appointments include high-end millwork throughout, radiant in-floor heating, updated landscaping outside in this lovely west exposed backyard.

5823 Fair Wynd, Ladner $1,398,900

RE/MAX City Realty

A42 The Delta Optimist December 10, 2020

Kat JOHNSON 778.773.9563

kjohnson@sutton.com seafair realty 604.943.3110

5000 Bridge Street, Ladner

4345 W River Road Ladner • $425,000

WATERFRONT!

• Downsize to waterfront • 1 bed and den with big view • Almost 750 sq. Ft with Radiant Nat. Gas Heat • Open concept LR/DR with gas fireplace and 2 covered decks

#29 - 3459 W River Rd Ladner • $925,000 WATERFRONT!

#303-7117 Antrim Avenue Burnaby • $629,000 NEW LISTING!

• 2 Bedroom, 2 bathroom • 1,009 sq.ft. sub-penthouse • Freshly painted, new flooring in kitchen and bathrooms • Great location to transit, shopping and very desirable quiet neighbourhood

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

Message brought to you by the Delta Optimist • 3 bedroom, 4 bathroom float home in Canoe Pass Village • Roof Top Deck has water & mountain views • Over 1800 sq. Ft with a boat slip, garage, storage and extra parking

• 3 Bedroom, 2 bathroom float home in Canoe Pass Village • Over 1500 sq ft float home in Canoe Pass Village • With a 34+ ft boat slip, garage, storage and extra parking • Roof top deck has River & Mountain views

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December 10, 2020 The Delta Optimist A43

the heart of our business is people.

tsawwassen 223 - 1120 TSATSU SHORES DRive

LADNER 305 - 6251 River road

2 Bed + Den | 2 Bath | 1025 ft2

2 Bed | 2 Bath | 1007 ft2

“Meticulously maintained lagoon view suite at Tsawwassen’s only oceanfront development in the resort-like community of Tsatsu Shores.”

$539,000 sold

“2 level corner suite at Riverwatch with a one of a kind southwest exposed exterior living space”

$699,000

sold

LADNER 5110 44B avenue

tsawwassen 120 - 1702 56th street

$1,349,000

$589,900

3 Bed and Den + Flex | 3 Bath | 2492 ft 2

sold

2 Bed | 3 Bath | 1221 ft2

sold

LADNER 214 - 4770 52a street 2 Bed | 2 Bath | 1055 ft 2

LADNER 5331 paton drive 4 Beds | 4 Baths | 2317 ft2

$1,365,000

$588,000

sold

sold

LADNER 3 - 4749 54a avenue

TSAWWASSEN 14 - 4716 ORCA WAY

$665,000

$549,900

3 Beds | 3 Baths | 1527 ft2

brad: 604-779-6764

2 Beds + Den | 3 Baths | 1184 ft2

frank: 604-862-5731

becirrealestate.com

Regency Realty Ltd.

Independently Owned & Operated

1333 56 Street, Delta

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The

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TEAM

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

Stefan B.B.A. 604-767-4038

Medallion Club 29 Years

Medallion Club 9 Years

NEW LISTING!

jjgeffke@dccnet.com • www.geffketeam.com

Bonnie

Licensed Assistant Translator in Cantonese & Mandarin

GOLF COURSE & MOUNTAIN VIEWS!

$1,699,888

STUNNING CUSTOM SUITE!

#207 - 5055 SPRINGS BOULEVARD, TSAWWASSEN

THE LARGEST (2,483 sq.ft.) 1-LEVEL, CUSTOM SUITE IN TSAWWASSEN SPRINGS! LUXURY LIVING! MASSIVE LIVING ROOM, 3 BDRMS, 3 BATHS, 2 DECKS, CONCRETE BUILDING. 3 PARKING STALLS! 1 OF A KIND! MLS# R2518172

THE CLASSIC!

EXCELLENT VALUE!

NOW REDUCED TO $745,000!!

GOLF COURSE VIEWS! 1,739 SQ.FT. #502 – 1350 VIEW CRESCENT, TSAWWASSEN MLS# R2509059 PRIME LOCATION!

$1,145,000

UPPER TSAWWASSEN! 4784 - 7A AVENUE

5 BDRMS, 3 BATHS. 2,420 SQ.FT. 3-LEVEL SPLIT HOME! 7,761 SQ.FT. (80” frontage) LOT BACKING ONTO A GREEN BELT. MLS# R2503496

REDUCED TO $543,000

WELL MAINTAINED BUILDING! #207 - 1140 55TH ST, TSAW MLS# R2468360

$1,399,000 NEW LISTING!

NEW LISTING!

SOLD

2 BDRMS & DEN!

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$1,759,000

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NEW LISTING! PENTHOUSE! REDUCED TO $555,000

984 SQ.FT. MODERN LUXURY! #407 - 6628 120TH STREET, SURREY

VAULTED CEILINGS, HUGE WINDOWS! 3 BDRMS, 2 BATHS. SPA-LIKE LIFE STYLE! 10 OUT OF 10! MLS# R2503510

NEW LISTING!

$2,489,000

WATERFRONT

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PARKLIKE GARDENS! WALK TO ALL AMENITIES! 4,435 SQ.FT. RESERVED FOR YOUR FAMILY TO ENJOY! HIGH QUALITY, CUSTOM BUILT FOR THE CURRENT OWNERS! 1406 BEACH GROVE ROAD, TSAWWASSEN 628 SANDOLLAR PLACE, TSAWWASSEN 1059 EDEN CRESCENT, TSAWWASSEN \

READY TO SELL S 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)

December 10, 2020 The Delta Optimist A45

DeanBauck, Real Estate Consultant

I’ll Work For You!

Personal Real Estate Corporation

www.deanbauck.com www.deanbauck.com e dbauck@deanbauck.com p 604.603.8538

1333 56 th Street, Delta, BC V4L 2A6

Location! Location!

Regency Realty Ltd Independently Owned and Operated Broker

Independently Owned and Operated Broker

4855 Central Avenue

$628,000

Spacious & open 1488 sf townhouse with 3 bedrooms & 3 baths - right in the center of Ladner! Sunny & totally private south rear yard, 2 parking spots & extra storage. Very close to shopping, Lions Park, transit & schools! Parkside Court – well-managed, large units with lots of privacy & proximity. See the VT then call for your private viewing.

Call Dean 604.603.8538

Sparkling unit

$584,800

Opportunity!

$1,380,000

Multi-family Development Opportunity

203 1250 55 Street

15,618 sf property

Sandollar – 2 br, 2 bath 1358 sf apartment adjacent to Tsaw Town Center. Short walk to library, Thriftyʼs, shops & transpo. Quality built by Carl Jensen 1996. Open floor plan. Updates include quartz counters, stainless appliances, flooring & light fixtures. Radiant HW heat, gas FP & HW included. Great location, building & living space!

See the 3D virtual tour then call for your private viewing.

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2 street frontages

opportunity for Townhomes or Apartments

Potential:

Close to

Building lots!

Tsawwassen Town Center, parks & transportation!

call

2+ new generous sized

1 or 2 acre parcel

DeanBauck 604.603.8538 Personal Real Estate Corpora�on

A46 The Delta Optimist December 10, 2020 LADNER

NEW LISTING

TSAWWASSEN

LADNER

Tim & Sharon “We Can Relate”

TheDeltaGroup.ca

PRICED TO SELL! • Spacious 1734 sf 3 Bedroom 2 Bath rancher • Great Layout Open Plan Living/Dining with cozy Gas Fireplace • huge kitchen with family room, 200 sf solarium, 422 sf garage • 5181 sf garden lot in great neighbourhood

6265 Holly Park Drive $1,099,000

Tim Rohwer

604-762-2041

LAKE COWICHAN

Commercial Residential Specialist info@thedeltagroup.ca

SOUTH SURREY

D

TSAWWASSEN

• Unprecedented Views of Lake & City • 12,000 sf cleared and ready to Build Lot • Subdivision with underground services • Short walk to Marina and Town

Residential Seniors Specialist info@thedeltagroup.ca

Point Ideal

$225,000

D L O S

D L O S “Gus” Approved! 416-15137 33 Ave LADNER

TSAWWASSEN

D L O S

D L O S

LADNER

D SOL 6044 46A Ave TSAWWASSEN

D L O S

5471 7B Avenue #306-4803 48th Ave 881 Bayview Drive 420-5518 14 Ave

Joanne Prest

JOHN NIELSEN A NAME YOU U CAN CO OUNT ON! SINCE 19 988...

604-828-2975

604.250.8216

joanne@prestrealestate.c ca

CALL FOR A FREE MARKET EVALUATION

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

JUST LIS STED D

$1,15 59,0 000

Providing Friendly, Professional Service Since 1992.

$389,000 CHEAPER THAN RENT • EXTENSIVELY RENOVATED 689 sq.ft. one bedroom condo in popular Windsor Woods.

• A beautiful unit with new quartz countertops, new appliances, new main bathroom with heated (NuHeat) floor, LED lighting, new switches and outlets, and more!

309, 1369 - 56 Street, Tsawwassen SOLD

$1,199,000

REAL ESTATE QUESTIONS? JUST GIVE US A CALL!

Regency Realty Ltd. 1333 - 56th St., Delta, BC V4L 2A6

Independently Owned & Operated

6355 Dawn Drive

LADNER

BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME!

604-760-7163

• This beautiful 1487sf rancher has been completely renovated • Premium Vinyl Plank flooring throughout, new gas fireplace • Custom Kitchen with shaker cabinets, quartz counters, s/s appliances • Located on a family oriented neighbourhood on quiet tree lined street.

409-1350 View Crescent $679,000

#206-4738 53 St

Sharon Rohwer

NOTHING TO DO! JUST MOVE IN!

MILLION $$$ VIEWS

• Sunny corner (Concrete Building) 1250sf condo with everlasting golf course, mountain and courtyard garden outlooks • Top of line gourmet kitchen with quartz island, new appliances and oodles of cupboards • Completely renovated with 2 new bathrooms, flooring etc • Leave the car at home and stroll to Sunny Tsawassen amenities

SO L

NEW LISTING

SOLD

20 - 6429 Market Ave 4525 River Road, Tsawwassen Ladner

• Very central location beside Tsawwassen Town Centre Mall and a short walk to Winskill Recreation Centre.

SOLD

SOLD

172 Graham Drive 202 - 1212 Hunter Rd Tsawwassen Tsawwassen

MLS S R249 96251 36 60º TO OUR R NEW W PR RIC CE

$5 5,9 950 0,00 00

MLS S R2 242 276 676

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.

INCREDIBLE SCENIC VIEWS! 208-5011 SPRINGS BOULEVARD

Tsawwassen Springs resort style living… definitely a cut above! This meticulous show stopping open concept 1622 sq, ft. inside corner unit in state of the art concrete building with geothermal heating and cooling has it all! Fabulous private golf course, water and mountain views are offered here from large covered deck with strategic location in the building. Featuring 2 cross wing bedrooms both with grand ensuites, a den, powder room and a spacious gourmet kitchen with top of the line Wolfe and Sub Zero appliances for the serious chef in your family.

Also offers a generous sized in unit storage room and a private secure double garage. Enjoy a round of golf and relax at Pat Quinn’s restaurant…oh what a life!

JUST LIS STED D

SOLD

$8 849,9 900

MLS R24716 644 360ºº 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.

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

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

December 10, 2020 The Delta Optimist A47

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

Eugene@eugenek.ca

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

Progroup Realty

NEW PRICE

$1,298,700

NEW PRICE

$599,000

$1,198,000

NEW PRICE

$368,000

JUST SOLD #101 1369 56 Street

987 Walalee Drive

Charming 5 bdrm/3 bathroom 3 level home in “the Village”. This home has main floor living home has been tastefully updated over the years including custom kitchen and recent bathroom updates. 8310 sq ft level lot with West facing back yard complete with new patio, hot tub, beautiful giant Magnolia tree and more.

#103-1250 55 Street Gorgeous ground level unit is The Sandollar. This spacious and bright 1333 sq ft 2 bedroom/2 bathroom home is located mere steps from Tsawwassen Town center.

1140 Walalee Drive

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.

$1,348,000

Located in Tsawwassen Village. This original 2500 sq.ft. 4 bedroom/3 bath 2-level home is situated on a 9656 sq.ft. lot with views to Boundary Bay and Mountains. Bring your design ideas and make this a fabulous family home. Suite potential, Or Seller has plans for custom home to take advantage of the views.

JUST SOLD 1585 Beach Grove Road

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

LANCE HUGHES 604.943.8080

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LIFETIME MEMBER

Brian Elsey PREC

www.lancehughes.com

604-551-9396

$375,000

$584,900 G WIN SHO

313-1166 54A St

Stunning 3rd floor 2 bedroom 2 bath corner end unit at The Brio. Features Include: high end finishings, Quartz Countertops, S/S Appliances, island eating bar with sink & hardwood floors.

Bonus large outdoor south west covered entertainment deck. 2 Underground parking & storage.

Steps to shopping, restaurants and recreation.

$1,698,800

312-1359 56 St

Windsor Woods, “THE OXFORD” Upper floor (1) bedroom, 775 sq ft unit with great layout. Features include generous size living room with access to balcony. Bright kitchen & eating area. Some updating done. Presently rented @ $1400.00 per month. Only steps to shopping, transit & recreation.

1 underground Parking & Storage locker. Separate gym & jacuzzi.

$1,698,800

SOLD 15648 Bowler Pl

Custom Built Quality Home. Cul-deSac location in South Surrey. Close proximity to all amenities,WHITE ROCK PIER & BORDER. Features include Engineered Hardwood Floors, A/C, Radiant Heat, Quartz Countertops, high end BOSCH appliance package & double garage.

4 Extra Large bedrooms upstairs with laundry. Bonus 1 bedroom legal suite with W/D. 2-5-10 Home Warranty.

604-315-2633

www.brianelsey.ca www.harryratchford.ca

Re/Max Progroup Realty $679,000

Harry Ratchford PREC

405-1350 View Cres

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.

$959,900

SOLD 15640 Bowler Pl

Cul-de-Sac location. Prime 6028 SQ/FT South exposed lot in South Surrey. New Home Construction, custom designed with high quality features including: Engineered Hardwood glued floors, A/C, Radiant Heat, Quartz Countertops & high end Bosch appliance package.

4 large bedrooms & laundry upstairs.

Bonus: 1 bedroom legal suite with W/D. 2-5-10 Home Warranty.

94-5900 Ferry Rd

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.

414-1359 56 STREET

T MEN INT O P P YA SB

NEW PRICE $499,000

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.

***SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY – COVID19 PROTOCOL IN PLACE**

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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5092B Bentley Drive, Ladner

NEW LISTING

NEW LISTING

NEW LISTING

$950,000 522 Tralee Crescent, Tsaw

Building Lot. Seldom available. Services at lot line. Build you dream home in one of West Ladner’s most dis�nguished neighbourhoods-Victory South. 7,740 sq. #. , RS5 Zoned with buildable of 3,280 sq. #. Plus 452 sq.#. garage.

4609 Kensington Court, Ladner $1,329,000 5148 Winskill Drive, Tsaw

YOUR FAMILY DESERVES THE BEST... wall to wall comfort in over 2600 sq. #. with 4 bedrooms, double car garage & fun centred backyard with hot tub. Nothing to do, this home is completely renovated & located in an outstanding cul-de-sac. LOOK NO FURTHER.

RELAX & STAY! A well-built, well-located & wellmaintained home in the desirable Holly area. Main floor living with 3 bedrooms up and outstanding vaulted ceilings in living & dining area. Large, fully fenced backyard with shed & privacy. Plenty of parking both in & out.

4760 48B Street, Ladner $879,900

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!

$1,749,900

One of a kind West Coast Contemporary in desirable Beach Grove.

2200 sq. #. 4 bedrooms & den/media room, 3 bathrooms with an amazingly stylish open concept. Vaulted ceilings with extra large windows maximizing the natural light. Your search has ended.

$2,698,000 #503-5055 Springs Blvd, Tsaw

Private luxury estate on a level ½ acre lot. Premier loca�on. Enjoy year-around resort living with a completely private south exposed backyard with pool, hot tub, fire table, cabana, and plenty of grass area for games or entertaining.

Renovated 6 bedroom, 7 bathroom home with numerous living op�ons.

SOLD 4562 64th Street, Ladner $1,150,000

$1,398,000 1656 Farrell Crescent, Tsaw

Timeless, Tradi�onal Elegance in a fully renovated 2900 sq. #. home with 4 spacious bedrooms & 3 bathrooms. Large and extremely private backyard with dog friendly fencing, hot tub and massive deck. Designed for family living.

$679,000

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.

SOLD 5580 Wallace Avenue, Tsaw $1,038,000

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

SOLD

SOLD

12860 114A Avenue, Surrey

5153 Cliff Drive, Tsaw

4591 Aurora Court, Ladner

SOLD 971 Bayview Drive, Tsaw $1,095,000

WINNING COMBINATION! Tradi�onal elegance in a classic 2-level home on the high side of the street. 2360 sq. #. 3 bedrooms + den, 2.5 bathrooms on a huge 9000 sq. #. lot with western exposure. Large rooms plus double care garage. A lot of LIVABILITY!

SOLD 632 Goldenrod Boulevard, Tsaw

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5052 Cedar Springs Drive, Tsaw $1,788,000 #136-5421 10th Avenue, Tsaw

$595,000 #303-5518 14th Avenue, Tsaw

#101-4728 53rd Street, Tsaw

$509,900 310 Tsawwassen Beach Rd, Tsaw $2,499,000

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.

$409,900 #305-4745 54A Street, Ladner

Fantas�c 830 SF 1 bedroom in popular Sunningdale Phase1.

Offering 9”ceilings, HW floors, gas f/p , secure parking and storage and a large West exposed pa�o. Walk to shops town Center and ameni�es.

SOLD 5205 Deerfield Court, Tsaw $1,699,000

BESIDES CHARACTER & CHARM, this home 4286 sq. $. home sits on a 12,000+ sq. $. lot in one of the most pres�gious cul-de-sacs in all of Tsawwassen. First �me to the market. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, extra large rooms + huge garage. For those who appreciate �meless, tradi�onal elegance.

SOLD #101-1369 56th Street, Tsaw

Spacious, bright & prac�cal townhome in the heart of Tsawwassen.

2 large bedrooms plus den. A fully fenced & completely private courtyard. Well run complex. Easy walk to all Tsawwassen ameni�es & recrea�on. Peaceful, Prac�cal & Carefree Living.

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

SOLD B402-4821 53rd Street, Ladner $499,900

Welcome to the Begonia, a concrete low rise residence at Ladner Pointe! Spacious 2 bedroom and 2 bathroom home with large southern exposed deck overlooking garden pa�o.

Includes 1 secure parking space. Located in the heart of the town centre, walk to all ameni�es. Buy with confidence, rain screen building with updated windows and roof.

SOLD 6098 Brodie Road, Ladner

$559,000

Windsor Woods. A bright & beau�fully updated 949 sq. $.

2-bedroom apartment with 2 full bathrooms, 2 side by side parking spots, 2 decks & locker. Corner-end unit with scenic views of Highland Park. Fabulous find & move-in ready!

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.

SOLD 5172 45th Avenue, Ladner $1,288,000

Fantas�c Builders own 4 bedroom and 4 bathroom execu�ve home. Southern exposed yard located in Historic West Ladner just minutes to all ameni�es. Quality cra$smanship and detailed finishing throughout. Hardi siding, Oasis Low E windows, HRV system, 9’ ceilings, SS appliances, Quartz counters, and electric car ready! Balance 2-5-10 warranty.

SOLD #201-1704 56 Street, Tsaw

SOLD 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 #167-1894 Osprey Drive, Tsaw

A50 The Delta Optimist December 10, 2020

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

68 YEARS

FR REE MARKET EVALUATION SHARON

ROBIN

BROOKE

Unlicensed Assistant

JUST LISTED

604-868-2844 604-868-2827

$758,000

#104-1350 VIEW CRESCENT

Fabulous 1,776 Sq Ft. 2 bedroom, 2 bath Condo overlooking Beach Grove Golf Course from a 235 sq.ft. patio, with walk out to common grass area. This Totally renovated Condo offers a very unique open concept floor plan with living on the main floor, including a massive media room & 2 bedrooms up. Features new windows galore that span across the entire suite, newer updated modern kitchen, laminate floors, 2 parking spaces & lots of storage. The Classic, a concrete building in the heart of Tsawwassen. Outstanding!!

SHARON 604-868-2827

PRICE REDUCED

$1,149,000

$799,000

#304-5555 13A AVENUE

Fabulous corner unit in the popular Campton Building with gorgeous views over the lake and very private. Excellent floor plan with 1482 sq.ft. of living area and 226 sq.ft. of balcony. This beautiful condo has updated kitchen and hardwood floors. These units rarely come to market. Central location & close to transporation. Don't miss this one! Call for your private showing.

ROBIN 604-868-2844

NEW HOME

$1,899,000

D L O S T S JU #14-5300 ADMIRAL WAY

Resort-like living at Woodward Landing by Polygon. Executive Townhomes nestled between Cove Links Golf Course & the Fraser River. Features a spacious layout with over 2,200 sq ft.,Vaulted ceiling, hardwood floors, large Master bedroom on main floor, walk out to a private patio & yard, from Kitchen & Family room, that is surrounded by luscious greenery & Wildlife. Upper floor features 2 bedrooms & Den. This Beautiful home shows like new and is in impeccable condition & decorated with a modern flare! Double Garage, extra parking, In one of the best & quietest locations of the complex, overlooking partial part of golf course and River. A must see!

SHARON 604-868-2827

JUST SOLD 865 54 STREET TSAWWASSEN

JUST SOLD #308-1175 55 STREET TSAWWASSEN

JUST SOLD #202 THE VIEW TSAWWASSEN

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.

ROBIN 604-868-2844

JUST SOLD 5300 CHAMBERLAYNE AVE LADNER

JUST SOLD 5466 7B AVENUE TSAWWASSEN

JUST SOLD

JUST SOLD

5745 GREENLAND DR #111-1350 VIEW CRES 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

December 10, 2020 The Delta Optimist A51

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

68 YEARS

FREE MARKET EVALUATION

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

SHARON

$1,319,888

ROBIN

BROOKE

Unlicensed Assistant

$1,499,000

JUST LISTED

288 W MURPHY DRIVE, TSAWWASSEN BEST SUNSET VIEWS & LOCATION IN TSAW

Fabulous Updated 3 Bedroom Rancher in Upper Tsawwassen. This beautiful home is located on a no through street with totally Private South Exposed Yard. This home is meticulous inside and out, with an excellent floor plan that opens beautifully to both front and back yards. This home has many Updates inside which include a Gorgeous 5 Piece Ensuite, Beech Hardwood Floors, NuHeat Floors in 2 Bathrooms, new Heat Pump for Air Conditioning throughout, Updated Exterior Drainage, In-Ground Sprinkler, Newer Windows and Beautiful Custom Gazebo with Hot Tub. This is the Best Rancher on the Market today. Don't miss your opportunity!!! ROBIN 604-868-2844

JUST LISTED

$1,199,000

295 54A STREET

Tsawwassen Pebble Hill area home with a 10,807 sq ft lot, western exposure. Large living room (partial view) and formal dining room. Spacious kitchen with eating area, access to south exposed deck for enjoyment & bbq. Hardwood flooring, newer windows, games, and family room, steps to Pebble Hill Elementary, popular Diefenbaker Park. Lower level can easily be converted to a rental suite for in-laws or mortgage helper. Invest now and build your dream home in the future!

ROBIN 604-868-2844

JUST SOLD 1021 52A STREET TSAWWASSEN

JUST SOLD

JUST SOLD

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

JUST LISTED

$1,588,800

548 ENGLISH BLUFF ROAD

Hot Hot Hot! Prime property on prestigious English Bluff Road! Massive 12,217 sq.ft rectangular lot on Tsawwassen's "Street of Dreams". Invest, build your perfect mansion or hold for the future in this unbeatable community. Stunning location situated on the same street as some of the finest homes in town. 4 bedroom home offering over 2,600 sq.ft with many opportunities. Close to Tsawwassen Mills shopping mall, South Pointe Academy and many other great amenities.

ROBIN 604-868-2844

JUST SOLD

JUST SOLD

JUST SOLD

#410-1166 54A STREET 5248 SARATOGA DR 5483 4TH AVENUE 408-1166 54A STREET 1176 ENGLISH BLUFF RD TSAWWASSEN TSAWWASSEN TSAWWASSEN TSAWWASSEN TSAWWASSEN

JUST SOLD 5178 8A AVENUE 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

A52 The Delta Optimist December 10, 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

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!

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.

Jenn McGregor

Jennifer Dupuis

Amber Baird

RE/MAX Progroup Realty www.jennmcgregor.com

Sutton Group Seafair Realty www.jenniferdupuis.com

Sutton Group Seafair Realty www.amberbaird.com

Personal Real Estate Corporation

FEATURED LISTING 603-10603 140 Street - Surrey

1

+ 1 Den | 1

105 - 5555 13A Avenue - Tsawwassen

Looking for a great investment?

Penthouse condo in HQ Domain, 1 Bed+Den, built in 2019 by Porte, with a spectacular mountain VIEW.This modern condo boasts stainless steel appliances, wide plank floors, quartz counters, a flat stove top convection oven, spa inspired washroom, huge den, large bedroom & gorgeous open kitchen/living area with island & breakfast bar. High ceilings and large windows on the top floor make for a bright and sunny space with jaw dropping views. Close to SFU, Surrey Central,skytrain, shopping & more. With an outdoor BBQ area, rooftop patio, clubhouse & lounge, pool table, fitness centre & yoga studio, your days will always be full! Rentals allowed.

2-5-10 warranty!

Listed By Sutton Seafair Realty

1

| 1

| 700 ft2

$429,000

WINDSOR WOODS SHOWSTOPPER!!! If Windsor Woods had a showroom, this would be it! Completely renovated, ground floor unit to die for! South facing, super private patio, brand new appliances,(fisher paykel) kitchen, bathrooms, flooring, you name it, it’s been done. Make your appointment today!

PRICE REDUCED 306 - 1172 55th Street - Tsawwassen

Call Jackie Lauder $399,000 for more details! 778-840-8377

| 700 ft2

604-250-5048

604-315-5560

604-908-1593

Listed By Sutton Seafair Realty

Personal Real Estate Corporation

Personal Real Estate Corporation

Listed By Sutton Seafair Realty

2

1695 W. 68th Avenue - Vancouver

8

|8

Listed By Sutton Seafair Realty

| 3632 ft2 | 4753 ft2 Lot $3,488,000

CONTEMPORARY CUSTOM BUILT EXECUTIVE HOME! UNIQUE IN MOST PRESTIGIOUS S.W. MARINE LOCATION. 8 Bedrooms, 8 Baths. Lower level features media room, bar. Great mortgage helper w/2 bedrooms Legal suite in lower level PLUS a Laneway house.

2

| 1

| 1350 ft2

$625,000

5163 Heron Bay Close - Tsawwassen

105 - 20268 54 Avenue - Langley

Listed By Sutton Seafair Realty

|2

Fabulous renovated 1350sq.ft. Penthouse unit with west exposed balcony in The Heathwood, a self managed well run complex. Perfect for downsizers. Perfect location, easy walk to shops, library, restaurants, pub and transit.

Listed By Sutton Seafair Realty

| 866 ft

2

$324,900

3

Ground level home with extra large patio.

Updated kitchen and bathroom, new paint, sliding barn doors, laminate floors, and lighting. Features inc. gas fireplace, walk in closet, 1 parking, & storage.

|3

| 1850 ft2 | Built 1993

$1,049,000

LOCATION, LOCATION! Bring all your renovation ideas to this Ladner Beauty situated in a fantastic Cul-de-sac. South exposed, private backyard, great layout, double garage.

The Market is still very active..... Even during these uncertain times....

Virtual Home Evaluations

Online Feature Sheets & Floor Plans

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

Electronic Signing

Virtual Tours / Showings / Open Houses

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

December 10, 2020 The Delta Optimist A53

Centennial Beach

Market Days

FRED GINGELL PARK

Boundary Bay

SUNNY TSAWWASSEN

Solidarity SELLERS

PORT GUICHON

United

Alison Steen

Jackie Lauder

Julianne Maxwell

Sutton Group Seafair Realty www.yolandahoolsema.com

Sutton Group Seafair Realty www.alisonsteen.com

Sutton Group Seafair Realty www.lauderhomes.com

RE/MAX Progroup Realty www.juliannemaxwell.com

604-790-5859

2

| 2

604-817-5579

NEW LISTING

PRICE REDUCED

301 - 231 E. Pender Street - Vancouver

216 - 1166 54A Street - Tsawwassen

Listed By Sutton Seafair Realty

| 992 ft

2

$579,000

1

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.

PRICE REDUCED

REALTOR

Personal Real Estate Corporation

778-840-8377

206 - 4815 55B Street - Ladner

Listed By Sutton Seafair Realty

Community

CONDO SHOP LOCAL

Yolanda Hoolsema 604-375-7250

MOVING

MEMORIAL PARK

LADNER VILLAGE

SUPPORT

TOWNHOME

Eagles

SALE EXPERTS COLLABORATION

|1

| 750 ft2

Listed By Remax Progroup Realty

$645,000

2

Investor Alert! 4 years new! 1 bed + DEN w patio & views! Concrete construction! Concrete floors, open kitchen/living, high end appliances & den w murphy bed.

Gas & heat incl! RENTALS ALLOWED!

105 - 1120 Tsatsu Shores Drive - Tsawwassen

| 2

| 1149 ft2

$629,000

BRIO - only 5 years old & in the heart of Tsawwassen, walk to shops, restaurants, recreation, open layout, master bedroom w/ huge walk in closet & ensuite, covered deck, 1 secure parking space & storage locker.

15 - 2925 King George Blvd - South Surrey

323 - 1120 Tsatsu Shores Drive - Tsawwassen

Listed By Sutton Seafair Realty

2

| 2

| 1282 ft2

$669,000

Incredible Waterfront living, 40 minutes from the city! Do yourself a favour and make an appointment today. This unique building is STUNNING! Store your water toys right out front and start living life on the beach today.

Listed By Remax Progroup Realty

Listed By Sutton Seafair Realty

4

+ De n | 2

| 1028 ft

2

3

$749,000

AMAZING Waterfront!! 2 bedroom and a den. Look no further and start living your dream life on the beach just 40 minutes from the city! Call today.

970 Gale Drive - Tsawwassen

4871 12th Avenue - Tsawwassen

| 3

| 1850 ft2

15555 Rosemary Heights Crescent - South Surrey

Listed By Sutton Seafair Realty

Listed By Sutton Seafair Realty

Listed By Remax Progroup Realty

4

4

4

|3

|2 2104 104 fftt2 | 8030 80 ft2 Lot $1,150,000

Updated, bright & spacious, family home! Featuring refinished original hardwood floors, fully renovated baths, large kitchen w/ tons of storage, & gas cooktop. Rec-room, 4th bedroom & full bath on lower level. English Bluff Elementary school catchment!

|3

| 3035 ft2 | 9924 ft2 Lot $1,325,000

One of a kind character home re-built in 2003! Extremely charming w/ wrap around porches, & 100 yr old reclaimed wood floors. Amazing outdoor space w/composite deck & hot tub, PLUS your own detached artist studio!

$759,000

Welcome to the Keystone townhome Complex! This unit has 3 Bdrm, 3 Bath has 1850 sq ft with an open living space with an entertainers kitchen. Walking distance to shopping, restaurants & transit.

|4

| 3300 ft2 | 6028 ft2 Lot $1,459,000

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!

Your Real Estate Professional is Prepared..... Real Estate is an Essential Service!

Keeps Showing Groups Small

Don’t touch anything

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

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Use hand sanitizer

Wear a Mask

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

A54 The Delta Optimist December 10, 2020

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

JUST LISTED & JUST SOLD!!

5346 9TH AVENUE

$1,608,000

5342 9TH AVENUE

$1,674,000 397 CENTENNIAL PARKWAY

$2,367,750

NEW LISTING Brand new, ultra modern family home built NEW LISTING Beautiful new air conditioned home on a NEW LISTING TWICE CHOSEN BC LOTTO HOME.

by Urban Art Developments. central lot.

258-1440 GARDEN PLACE

$459,000 120-1892 STARLING DRIVE

$429,000 4652 WESLEY DRIVE

$1,199,900

NEW LISTING Get into the Market in this New condo Rancher with basement in the Village NEW LISTING 2 Bedroom corner suite with enclosed balcony no GST.

5159 GALWAY DRIVE

$1,049,000 5007 LINDEN DRIVE

NEW LISTING Pebble Hill family home

6635 3RD AVENUE

109N 1100 56 STREET

$1,198,000 1026 PACIFIC PLACE

$2,988,000 5649 CLIPPER ROAD

$1,289,000

NEW LISTING Gorgeous Renovated family Amazing 6800 sq.ft. Quality build in the NEW LISTING Marina Garden Estates family home Village home

34-1700 56 STREET 201-5011 SPRINGS BLVD 363 CENTENNIAL PKWY

4950 12 AVENUE

296 66A STREET

1397 DUNCAN DRIVE 532 TSAWWASSEN BEACH RD 1511 DUNCAN DRIVE 345 CENTENNIAL PKWY 101-5472 11 AVENUE

Trisha Murphy 604.312.7621 MASTERS AWARD

201 18

2018

Personal Real Estate Corporation

Sold@TrishaMurphy.ca

Dynamic Marketing • Expert Contract Knowledg e Experienced Negotiating Skills Sutton Group - Seafair Realty: 1625 56th Street, Tsawwassen, BC

Rachel Realtor

December 10, 2020 The Delta Optimist A55

TAMMY MATSON 778.938.5599

www.tammymatson.com ❚ sold@tammymatson.com BUILDERS OWN HOME!!!

NEW LISTING - SUNNY SOUTH LOT!!!

!

JUST SOLD!!

5016 Stevens Place Tsawwassen • $3,288,000

4860 13 Avenue Tsawwassen • $1,350,000

BUILDER’S OWN custom built 7810 SF luxury home on sunny 12702 SF private sunny west UPDATED 4 bed 2157 SF RANCHER on sunny 8848 SF private south lot with sparkling in lot! Quality built, high end finishings & upgrades, 2 bed suite, quiet court, walk to schools! ground pool & beautiful mature gardens! Quiet & very desirable street - walk to everything!

D!!! ! !

JUST SOLD!! JUST SOL JUST SOLD!!

5706 Goldenrod Cres 5340 Camaro Drive Tsawwassen Tsawwassen

1452 Windsor Cres Tsawwassen

SOLD!!!

SOLD!!!

SOLD!!!

52-4716 Orca Way Tsawwassen

4-4716 Orca Way Tsawwassen

5-4716 Orca Way Tsawwassen

SOLD!!!

SOLD!!!

201-5555 13A Avenue 208-2950 King George Blvd South Surrey Tsawwassen

THINKING ABOUT A MOVE??? CALL ME - no obligation & no rush :)

SERVICE THAT WILL MOVE YOU!!!

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

PAUL KHARA REAL ESTATE GROUP

Paul Khara

www.paulkhara.com

paulkhara@gmail.com

604.816.4568 Sutton Group - Seafair Realty

35

COACH HOUSE PRE-SALE

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

RESIDENTIAL/COMMERCIAL PROPERTY

• 2 COMMERCIAL UNITS ON MAIN WITH 2 APARTMENTS ON TOP FLOOR • MAIN AND 51ST AVE EAST VANCOUVER LOCATION • 8 PARKING SPOTS OFF REAR LANEWAY • STEPS TO LANGARA COLLEGE AND SKYTRAIN STATION

L O S 5473 WESTMINSTER AVENUE

• HOUSE SIZE : 3596 SQ. FT. • LOT SIZE : 7594 SQ. FT. • 5 BEDROOMS & 6 BATHROOMS • POTENTIAL FOR 1 BEDROOM SUITE • ALL BEDROOMS WITH ENSUITE BATHS • ASKING PRICE $1,888,800

Calvin Khara

ckhara94@gmail.com

S RE C A

FIRST TIME ON MARKET

• RARE OPPORTUNITY IN VERY DESIRABLE DELTA/LADNER • PRIME FARMLAND 35 ACRES WITH GREAT ACCESS • STRATEGIC LOCATION WITH HWY 99 VISIBILITY • STEPS FROM THE NEW GATEWAY CASINO & HOTEL ON HWY 99 & 17A JUNCTION • CALL PAUL FOR INFO PACKAGE ON THIS EXCLUSIVE OFFERING

5477 WESTMINSTER AVENUE

• HOUSE SIZE : 3556 SQ. FT. • LOT SIZE : 7113 SQ. FT. • 5 BEDROOMS & 6 BATHROOMS • EVERY BEDROOM WITH ENSUITE BATH • POTENTIAL 1 BEDROOM SUITE • ASKING PRICE $1,798,800

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10060 BAMBERTON ROAD

• 4 BEDROOMS & 6 BATHS • HOUSE IS 3194 SQ. FT. • BRAND NEW CUSTOM BUILT WITH OPEN CONCEPT • HIGH END FINISHING THROUGHOUT • JACUZZI, AIR COND, CENTRAL VAC, SEC SYSTEM

NEW CUSTOM HOME

• NEW CUSTOM BUILT HOME • 5 BEDROOMS & 6 BATHROOMS • 3,385 SQ.FT. • LEGAL 1 BEDROOM SUITE • $2,099,800

4434 60B STREET

• CUSTOM BUILT EXECUTIVE HOME • 4 BEDROOMS & 4 BATHROOMS • 3,643 SQFT. LIVING • 6,840 LOT SIZE • $1,425,000

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

$1,199,900

5012 60A Street, Ladner

$839,900

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"!

11745 72 Avenue

Beau�fully updated family home with LEGAL 2 BEDROOM MORTGAGE HELPER! This spacious 7 bed, 5 bath, 3270sq" home boasts a very func�onal layout that is perfect for the growing family. The main floor features an updated kitchen with maple shaker cabinets, quartz counters and stainless steel appliances, open living and dining rooms with gas f/p and a cozy family room also with gas f/p, 4 spacious bedrooms, laminate flooring, updated bathrooms and large covered pa�o overlooking the backyard. Downstairs is a large rec room that is perfect for the kids plus a full washroom and bedroom, oversized double garage and a 2 bedroom legal suite! this home is conveniently located within walking distance to all ameni�es including, shops, restaurants, parks, schools, public transit and so much more.

NEW PRICE

$689,900

5502 44 Avenue

FARMLAND VIEWS! Don’t miss this great 4 bed 2 bath family home with serene views overlooking farmland. This home has a very func�onal layout and features a spacious living room with gas f/p, 3 large bedrooms upstairs and large family room downstairs with a gas fireplace. The large sundeck off the dining room is a great place to relax and take in the sun with your south facing backyard. This home is clean and well maintained and is perfect for anyone looking to remodel and maximize a great floor plan, you have the op�on to create an open concept layout upstairs and add a poten�al mortgage helper or in-law suite downstairs. You are conveniently located near transit, shopping, parks, schools, ameni�es, recrea�on centre and much more!

Listed by Macdonald Realty

Listed by Oakwyn Realty

303-3105 Lincoln Avenue

5595 48B Avenue

5257 1 Avenue

69-8508 204 Street

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Interested in Southlands? Call me!

S O LD KING OVER AS

1 DAY SOLD IN KING OVER AS 4936 11A Avenue

SOLD

SOLD

5077 Erin Way

212-1363 56 Street

Listed by RE/MAX Real Estate Services

5253 1 Avenue

5070 Westminster Ave

Listed by RE/MAX Progroup Realty

ty

professional real estate

106-1825 W. 8th Avenue

705-5639 Hampton Place

Great 1 bedroom 1 bath unit at The Regency with views of Pacific Spirit Regional Park. This unit has been me�culously maintained by the original owner and features an open concepts layout with a gas fireplace, large pantry, private pa�o, storage locked and dedicated parking stall. You are conveniently located near Westbrook Village, Norma Rose Point Elementary and University Hill Secondary, shops, restaurants, parks, ameni�es, public transit and more!

593-4688 Hawk Lane

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!

GREGFINLAY . com

MLS # R2513304

$629,900

SOLD OVER ASKING

SOLD OVER ASKING Don’t miss this amazing family home, the spacious layout boasts over 3200sq" of living space and is perfect for the growing family! This home has been me�culously cared for and features an open living and dining room area, spacious kitchen with S/S appliances, family room, large bedrooms and a private pa�o that is great for year round use. You also have a 2 bedroom in-law suite which is perfect for extended family or poten�al for a mortgage helper, other features include 2 wood burning fireplaces, laminate flooring, wainsco�ng, 1 yr old roof, tons of storage space, 2 balconies and a spacious backyard where the kids can run free! You are conveniently located near parks, schools, town centre, ameni�es and have easy access to the highway.

$879,900

$1,129,900

SOLD 4-2088 W. 11th Avenue

305-11240 Daniels Road #216-3875 W. 4th Avenue

It’s good to be home - Let’s go find one!

Buying? Selling? Give me a call and let my 25 years of sales experience work for you.

604.351.5631 greg@gregfinlay.com

seafair realty

1625 56th street, delta, bc

an independent member broker

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INFO@KENDALLAYRES.COM KENDALLAYRES.COM

REAL ESTATE

Sutton Group - Seafair Realty

100-5000 Bridge Street, Delta, BC

1179 53A STREET

Tsawwassen Central, Delta • $1,299,900 N EW

I NG LIST

403-1369 56 Street

SOLD

6483 188A Street

604.250.6981

KENDALL AYRES

SOLD KING OVER AS

SOLD

5274 6 Avenue

The Rancher you have been waiting for!

Professionally designed and executed renovations throughout the 3 bedroom, 2 full bathroom bungalow a show stopper.

The stunning and open kitchen is finished with custom cabinetry that extends to the height of the 9’ ceilings, quartz countertops, KitchenAid appliances, gas range, beverage fridge, ample storage and a large island opening to the spacious family room. The inviting living room is filled with light and is nicely finished with a gas fireplace while the dining area has room for all and boasts a grand and custom built-in hutch. 3 bedrooms are quietly located away from the main living area as well as 2 beautifully appointed bathrooms. Within walking distance to groceries, shopping, restaurants, coffee shops, schools, transport and more.

408-3163 RIVERWALK AVENUE

South Marine, Vancouver • $899,000 FO

LE R SA

Rarely available top floor, south-east corner unit in Polygon built, New Water! Very spacious, and one of the largest floor plans, this 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom unit offers soaring 9’ and 12’ ceiling with ample light throughout. Many custom updates including electric fireplace, California Closet built-ins and organizers throughout.

Other features: Bosch appliances including gas cooktop, built-in oven, and an upgraded hood fan as well as a large and bright patio. Lovely master suite with walk-in closet and den area.

Comes with 2 covered parking stalls and a large storage locker located on the same floor. This convenient River District location is 20 minutes from Richmond and Metrotown and 30 minutes from downtown as well as everything else that the River District has to offer. A must see!

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cell 778-839-8947

JIM SLINN

office 604-946-1255 vicky@homeswithvicky.com www.homeswithvicky.com

INTEGRITY | TRUST | RESULTS

778-772-7 7704 778-772-7704

5705 34B Avenue | Rare opportunity to own 10 acres on Ladner’s prestigious 34B Ave complete with 2 homes. Main home is an American Style Farmhouse offering 3034 sq ft of living space with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a living room, family room & large rec room.

Enjoy cooking & entertaining in the spacious kitchen with 2 wall ovens and gas stovetop while overlooking the serene property with horses, chickens & even fruit trees.

The 2nd home is 2800 sq ft with 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and large kitchen with open concept layout complete with vaulted ceilings. This home offers a bonus rec room that could easily be converted back to a garage. This dream property is set up for horses with a 14 stall horse barn and indoor riding ring as well as an outdoor ring and paddock, stallion pen, hay barn and storage sheds.

3560 40 Street | Stunning 2 acre estate! This 4 bed, games room & 3 bath home is situated on a private street. Main floor offers a great room, family room, den & mudroom with hardwood floors throughout. Custom kitchen features large island, 2 pull-out pantries, gas stove and wall oven & bright eating area leading out to covered patio. The oversized master with walk in closet has a newly renovated ensuite with separate tub, walk in shower with seamless shower door, porcelain tiles and vanity with double sinks. Large games room is an added bonus with ample space to meet your needs. Spend your days enjoying the nicely maintained property, while taking in the views of pristine farmland, flower and vegetable gardens, and a large patio space for entertaining. Rare opportunity to own a small acreage in Ladner!

103-1441 Garden Place | Renovated Ground Floor Unit! Stunning 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom unit in The Magnolia! Kitchen features shaker style wood cabinets, quartz counters, counter height pass-thru window, pot lights and LED recessed lighting and newer appliances.

Spacious layout with open living/dining room area, complete with wide plank interlocking laminate flooring, new paint, crown mouldings & gas fireplace, with French doors out to the spacious, private covered patio. Large master has walk in closet leading into nicely updated ensuite and 2 bedroom is a great size and perfect as a bedroom or office. Main bathroom is also completely updated. This unit feels new!! Includes 1 parking stall and 1 storage locker and the building even offers a workshop!

Great location just steps to shops, restaurant and parks.

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For all your real estate needs! $3,500,000

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Exceptional Equestrian Facility

$2,199,000

NE $459,000

1302-13618 100 Avenue

| Infinity - With Breathtaking Panoramic Views of the North Shore Mountains, the City & Holland Park, this spacious corner unit is just steps to King George Skytrain Station, Central City Mall & SFU Surrey Campus. The 911 square foot, Celestial Floorplan, is the largest in the building & offers 2 large bedrooms & 2 full bathrooms. The master bedroom boasts floor to ceiling wall to wall windows as well as a walk thru closet and full ensuite. This unit also features updated laminate flooring throughout, the convenience of insuite laundry and an open concept kitchen with granite countertops. This unit is perfect for Entertaining!

Building includes Concierge, secure underground parking, and well equipped gym. Make this your new home or investment!!! RENTALS ALLOWED!

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Kristin

MEDALLION CLUB MEMBER 2018 & 2019

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604.831.7536

Beautiful new air conditioned Home on a central lot.Extreme high end finishing, quartz, stainless top line appliances, incredible design. Radiant heat, HVR sun drenched interior.

Close to schools, transit, recreation and shopping.

Live worry free in a new quality home in sunny Tsawwassen.

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Christina

$499,000

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Connecting agents to the community

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IC PR

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!

You’ve found home! Located on a quiet, no-thru street in highly desirable Tsawwassen, this 2016-built family residence offers nearly 3,000 sq.� & features 4 bdrms, 4 bthrms & luxurious appointments throughout.

Highlights incl an open concept plan w vaulted ceilings, gourmet kitchen w top-of-line DCS professional appliances w gas range, large island & stone counters, hardwood floors, A/C, Hardiplank siding, stunning bthrms & two Master suites up & down which allow you to customize your preferred living arrangements. Bonus flex room & den allow for a home office, playroom or extra bedroom. Sunny west facing backyard perfect for entertaining & pets.

Ideally situated close to Cliff Drive Elementary, South Delta Secondary, South Pointe Academy & Town Center. Balance of new home warranty.

212-5599 14B Avenue • $469,900

NEW LISTING

Fabulous location. Wonderful centrally located Condo. Granite counters with stainless steel in kitchen leading to a fantastic open concept living room. Great for entertaiing or space to luxuriate.

Large master bedroom with generous closet space and en suite washroom. In suite laundry for convenience. Enjoy the mountain view while sipping coffee on your balcony. One underground parking stall, bike room, recreation and storage locker. Rentals allowed.

565 Tralee Crescent • $1,495,500

Incredibly well done home. Their love and talent shows through out in their remarkable creations including handmade concrete counters in the kitchen, wood counters in the bathrooms, wood railings at the stairs, custom doors both exterior and interior. Your personal wine cellar extraordinaire.

You walk out from this incredible creation to a backyard suitable for large weddings, paradise with multiple fruit trees and shaped with the same love and attentions as the Home. This is a must see, especially if you love to entertain and enjoy.

412-5599 14B Ave $499,000

1406 Beach Grove Rd $2,489,000

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REMEMBRANCES

IN MEMORIAM

OBITUARIES

In Memory of Margaret Redway

December 1937 - 2014 Loved and in our lives forever: Brian, Fenella, Veronica, Janna, Samara, Solana, Mackai and extended family in the Commonwealth. With heartfelt thanks for the respect and support so freely given by friends and community.

OBITUARIES

MATHEWS, Emily October 4, 1927 − November 15, 2020

KENNEY, James (Jim) B. August 25, 1945 - December 3, 2020 Jim passed away mesothelioma.

on

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3,

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Jim was born at home in Welland, Ontario to Hilda (Swarbrick) and Walter Kenney. The youngest of five, he was lavished with love especially from his three sisters. Jim grew up roaming the trails and fishing the streams of the Niagara escarpment in Hamilton. He was active in sports and especially enjoyed football, basketball, tennis and skiing. This was the beginning of a lifelong love of the outdoors. On retirement, Jim developed a passion for golf. He joined his many friends at the Beach Grove Golf Club, where he also served on several committees and as VP, and played a round or three wherever he travelled. Jim also regularly hiked the West Coast Trail, including for his 70th birthday accompanied by nine family members.

CARTER, Enid December 26, 1929 − November 29, 2020 Enid Carter (Julson) died peacefully with her granddaughters by her side. Enid is predeceased by her husband, William. She is missed by her children, Bill (Kathy), John (Harbans), and Mary (Steven); grandchildren, Kyle, Drew, Julia, Charlotte, and Michael; and great−grandchildren. A loyal Calgary Stampeders fan, Enid (along with her sister, Vi and niece, Jean) will continue to cheer for her favourite team. Enid will be missed by her Calgary family, the Lidgrens. Donations in Enid’s name can be made to Deltaassist. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Jim graduated from Mohawk College as a computer technologist and worked in Ottawa, Boston and Montreal developing software for the federal government and several hi-tech start-ups. It was in Ottawa where he met his loving wife Sharon and her three sons, Steve, Mike, and Dave, and decided to join them on life’s journey. The family moved to Calgary, and Jim began a career in sales. His technical knowledge, friendly personality and willingness to help, led him to a successful career as a coach and leader. After moving to Tsawwassen in the early ‘90s, he served as the VP of Western Canada Operations for a number of telecom companies including Sprint and AT&T Canada.

Some of Jim’s happiest memories were of camping with Sharon and the boys.

Sharon and Jim strived to raise them with a strong sense of self reliance and a love of family and the outdoors. An important and admired figure within his extended families, Jim was larger-than-life (quite literally at 6’3”), with a booming voice and exuberant personality. He was truly in his element at large family gatherings, cooking 25 steaks to perfection at his own 60th birthday. Jim also enjoyed telling stories and laughing over lattes with his gym and golf buddies.

Jim’s greatest joy came from playing with grandchildren Andrew, Isla, Keean and Clara, to whom he was known as Papa, Pops, and The Popsinator. Always generous with his time and ready to share his skills, the grandchildren will fondly remember many fun adventures with Papa and Grammie at the beach house in Tsawwassen, as well as in Hawaii, Arizona, Nova Scotia, and Ontario.

During his final two years, Jim was especially grateful for Sharon’s loving care; Nicky’s determination to make things happen, including a final, wonderful Thanksgiving weekend; his special relationship with nephew Bobby; and, for the steadfast friendship and support of George, Doug, Don, Bill and Nigel.

Jim will be remembered by a large and loving extended family who will miss his smile, laughter, generosity, and overall zest for life (and his uncanny ability to find rock-star parking wherever he went).

All in all, Jim would agree, his was a happy life.

A private celebration for family and close friends will be held when COVID restrictions allow.

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Online condolences can be left at www.deltafuneral.ca who have been entrusted with the arrangements.

Delta Funeral Home 604-946-6040

It is with profound sadness that the friends of Emily Mathews announce her passing on Sunday, November 15, 2020. She was predeceased by her husband of 29 years, Bill, in 2002 and family members in Scotland. She is survived by a nephew overseas.

In the mid−1950s Emily had the distinction of being part of the second cohort of female police officers for the city of Glasgow. From Constable, she rose to the rank of Inspector by 1967, and then she immigrated to Canada. In 1971, Emily joined the Burn Unit of VGH in Vancouver as a Nursing Unit Clerk, where she worked until 1988.

Bill and Emily, along with their dog, Benji, spent many great years in Beach Grove.

She will be missed by this community as well as Kin Village, where she volunteered for many years.

Emily was fiercely independent, compassionate and a good friend to many. Beloved to Rick and Denise and their family, and cherished by Bryan and Johane and their family, we know that Emily would hope that in light of these challenging times, you will simply take a moment and reflect upon a dear memory of her and her time with you.

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December 10, 2020 The Delta Optimist A59 GARAGE SALES

LEGAL

Tsawwassen

LEGAL/PUBLIC NOTICES

MOVING SALE:

D220 D121 D264

Cynthia Letal 1894 Osprey Road, Tsawwassen, British Columbia Chase Gorrill 11548 River Road, Surrey, British Columbia Faraaz Khan Umi Hassan 13155 98A Ave, Surrey, British Columbia A204, C205 Robert Demkiw 8982 148 Street, Surrey, British Columbia D204 Kurt Richter 3131 Bennett Dr, Bellingham, Washington A137 Brent Christie 1069 Prairie Ave, Port Coquitlam, British Columbia A276 Bradley Gorril 11548 River Road, Delta, British Columbia C266 Hammel Ill 8079 Wiltshire Blvd, Delta, British Columbia

HOME SERVICES

REAL ESTATE WANTED

BUILDING CONTRACTORS

Outdoors, Covid protocals. Mask required.

Sat, 11-1 pm. No earlies.

5218 Belair Drive.

Furniture, small appls, antique dining table, chair...

U-Haul Storage Center Delta Claims a Landlords Contractual Lien against the following persons goods in storage at 10158 Nordel Court, Delta, BC. Tel: 604-581-8152.

Auction is subject to cancellation at anytime without notice.

REAL ESTATE

MARKETPLACE BURIAL PLOTS 2 PLOTS, Valleyview Memorial, $15,000. 604-302-3577

NEW TO YOU

A sale will take place online at www.ibid4storage.com starting at 10:00AM on Monday, December 21st, 2020 until 10AM Wednesday, December 23rd, 2020.

Winners will be contacted by email at the end of auction. Room contents are personal/household goods unless noted otherwise. Bids will be for the entire contents of each locker.

WE BUY HOUSES Townhomes & Condos We Take Over Payments Any Situation, Any Condition

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Built with concrete posts.

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RETAIL P//T SALES S AS SSIS STANT needed in Tsawwassen 20 hrs+/week. Call 604-760-7163

WORK WANTED HORSE LOVER

Looking for Work Mature male, 25+yrs horse experience. Will do all aspects of farm/stable work, tractor & bobcat exp. Exc refs.

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GENERAL EMPLOYMENT

Windset Farms Location 1: 3660 41B St, Ladner BC V4K 3N2 Location 2: 29904 Downes Rd, Abbotsford, BC, V4X 1Z8 Full Time, 40 hrs/week min. incl. weekends.

Duties: Planting, cultivating, and clean-up in greenhouse, grading, packaging, loading produce and products for transport, operating and maintaining farm machinery and equipment.

No experience required.

Start Date: Immediate or March 1, 2021 $14.60/hr w/possibility of production bonus A

CLEANING

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RENTAL

EMPLOYMENT

FARM WORKERS (100)

We Do All Types of Renovations at Competitive Prices!

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Farm Workers Hothi Farms Inc. Location: 4026 Arthur Drive, Delta, BC. Seasonal, F/T Farm Worker; March 1, 2021, to December 15, 2021. $14.60/hr; 40 hrs/week Duties: Planting, weeding harvesting vegetables, irrigating land, operating farm equipment, washing, cleaning, sorting, packing vegetables.

Email resume to: hothifar msinc@hotmail.com, Or, fax resume to: 604−946−3785

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VANDULA FARMS

9832 Ladner Trunk Rd., Delta, BC. Tel (604) 5940918; Fax (604) 677-5915.

Email: stevecwong@yahoo.com

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* Seasonal, Temp F/T Farm Worker * Mar 1, 2021 - Nov 1, 2021 $14.60/hr @40 hrs/wk +OT(if req)

- Duties include harvesting vegetables, irrigating land, operating farm equipment, washing, cleaning, sorting, packing vegetables.

- Prev. farm work exp. req.

- Must be legally entitled to work/valid Canadian work permit.

ONLY resumes sent thru FAX or EMAIL will be accepted.

OFFICE/CLERICAL Open Connection is seeking an entry level Office Assistant for our Ladner location. Must be accurate and organized. Full-time and Part-time available. Please apply with resume at office@openconnection.com

TSAWWASSEN Rental Office 604.948.9111

LADNER

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BUSINESS SERVICES BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

General Farmworkers Brent Kelly Farms Inc.

Brent Kelly Farms Inc. is looking for 8 General Farm Workers for full time seasonal positions for our cranberry/potato/beet farm in Delta, B.C. General Duties: Harvesting duties, weeding, pruning, digging, planting, fertilizing, spraying, farm labour, cleaning, operation & maintenance of farm machinery, inspecting vegetables, sorting & grading of vegetables, packing, preparing vegetables for market, crop maintenance, yard & farm maintenance, and all general farm duties. Report to and follow directions from the farm manager.

Skill Requirements: No education requirements, no experience necessary; training provided for ideal candidates, no language requirements.

Work Conditions & Physical Capabilities: Repetitive tasks, physically demanding, bending, crouching, kneeling, standing for extended periods, heavy lifting at times, must be able to work individually and in team environment.

Work Site Conditions: Outdoors, hot/cold, rain or shine, dusty, candidate must be willing to work in ALL weather conditions, and for extended times when required.

Wage: $14.60-$15.20 hourly (to be negotiated) / 40 hours per week minimum. Potential bonus available at end of employment period.

Terms: F/T, seasonal starting approximately March 1, 2021.

Apply: Send brief cover letter and resume by Email: jennifer_kelly@hotmail.ca or Fax:604-591-1053.

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DRYWALL

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All advertising published in this newspaper is accepted on the premise that the merchandise and services offered are accurately described and willingly sold to buyers at the advertised prices. Advertisers are aware of these conditions. Advertising that does not conform to these standards or that is deceptive or misleading, is never knowingly accepted. If any reader encounters non-compliance with these standards we ask that you inform the Publisher of this newspaper and The Advertising Standards Council of B.C. OMISSION AND ERROR: The publishers do not guarantee the insertion of a particular advertisement on a specified date, or at all, although every effort will be made to meet the wishes of the advertisers.

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For best results please check your ad for accuracy the first day it appears. Refunds made only after 7 business days notice!

A60 The Delta Optimist December 10, 2020 HOME SERVICES

SUDOKU

FENCING

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9. Former Ohio State great Michael 13. Not dirty 14. Earth goddess (Greek myth.)

15.ASpanish river 16. Pig meat (French) 17. Famed astronomer 18. Floating ice 19. Broadcast 21.Aquatic mammals 22. Some are bath 23. Hip hop trio 24. NYGiants’#56

25. Small European viper 28. Neither 29. Multiple Tony-winner Rivera 31. Loud noise 33. Second year high schooler 36. “__ in comparison” 38. Golf score 39. Raise 41. Pastas 44. Easily manageable 45. Fathered 46. Pouch 48. Institute legal proceedings against 49. News organization

51. Unruly group of people 52. Fasten or secure 54. Sheets of glass 56. Doubled 60. Foolish person 61. Rooney and Kate are two 62. Small, rich sponge cake 63.Advice or counsel 64. Large wading bird 65. Famed British physicist 66. Narrow ridges (Swedish) 67. Field force unit 68. Lying face downward

20. Not a car, not a truck 21. Ooze 23. N. Vietnamese ethnic group 25. Tennis pros group 26. Something that’s not what it’s purported to be 27. E. Indian trees 29. Beloved December holiday 30. Regions 32. Metric unit of length 34. Peter’s last name 35. Beige 37. 18-year period in astronomy 40. Where golfers begin 42. Basketball stat (abbr.)

43. Frocks 47. Soda comes in it 49. On approval 50. Trims by cutting ()/ &%1** 2$.+ 53. Language Bura-__ 55. Nothing 56. Imbecile (British) 57. Tropical Asian plant 58. Abba __, Israeli politician ('/ &%1** ,#-"+01!-# 2"+ 61. Indicates position 65. Data processing

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Since 1989

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Call Rob 604-830-9401

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• FULL SERVICE JUNK REMOVAL & Clean-Up at Affordable Rates • Pianos & Hot Tubs No Problem • Booked Appointments • Same-Day Service • Residential & Commercial 20 YARD YARD BIN RENTALS RENTALS 20 $ from a week dumpfees fees 249for/week + +dump from$249

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Delta’s Arborist Tree Service Co. Please call Jon at 604-916-6187 royalwoodtreecare@hotmail.com

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Correction Notice In the circular beginning Sunday, November 29, 2020, we called out All Christmas Trees were 50% off. Unfortunately, this promotion is incorrect and does not include All Christmas Trees. The 7.5 ft. Pre-Lit Augusta Cashmere Pine Tree (Tree #156) with a regular price of 459.99 is excluded from this promotion.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.

Correction Notice

Correction Notice

In the circular beginning Sunday, November 29, 2020, the Artist Floor Easel by Artist’s Loft® for $29.99 on our Everyday Value program featured on page 4 will not arrive in our store due to shipping delays.

In the circular beginning Wednesday, November 25, 2020, the Artist Floor Easel by Artist’s Loft® for $29.99 on our Everyday Value program featured on page 8 will not arrive in our store due to shipping delays.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.

A62 The Delta Optimist December 10, 2020

D

uring these uncharted days of a global pandemic, Nurse Next Door has been here to help Delta families.

As an essential service, Nurse Next Door is committed to keeping seniors, and others in need of care safe at home. Home is the safest place to be right now, and we are ready to help!

To promote the well-being of our clients and Caregivers, we have put into place a number of COVID-19 safety protocols including daily screeners, strict hygiene standards, and personal protective equipment.

We have been Making Lives Better in Delta for 12 years, and we’re now expanding into Richmond and Surrey. Our Caregivers are at the heart of everything we do, and we’re grateful The Team from Nurse Next Door for their unwavering support and continued commitment to making a difference in the community as we progress through this period of change. We look forward to bringing Happier Aging® to the people of Delta for many years to come and keep them independent, happy and safe at home for as long as possible.

So when you see our pretty pink cars, remember that our culture of community and compassion extends to our Happier Aging® approach to help seniors and others in need to keep their independence. Our Caregivers do things h bi or small. ll mat how that bring happiness to our clients no matter big

We are here to help you.

Call us for a free caring consultation.

604-595-1680

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