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“Good fortune” is the way Ron Ignace describes his early years. As a young boy, his great-grandfather would show him how to burn grass and shrubs to heal the land around Deadman’s Creek Valley. “Then I got pulled off to residential school,” he said. “There’s only one in this area — that’s called Kamloops Indian Residential School.” May 4, 1962, is still burned into Ignace’s memory: the day he ran away. Ignace knew the school would come west to the Skeetchestn reserve to look for him. So, at 16 years old, he fled to an aunt’s house 80 kilometres to the north. He went to work in saw mills and on railways, ranches and apple orchards. “You name it,” he said, describing his tortuous path to Simon Fraser University, where he

studied Indigenous oral history. He eventually made it back to Skeetchestn, where he would serve as chief for 32 years until his retirement last spring. Thousands of other children, including one of Ignace’s aunts, never shared his fortune — their stories cut short, veiled in church records and in the memories of those who survived. That is, until a rib bone surfaced in an old apple orchard. Next came a tooth. The Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc Nation brought experts to uncover what time and earth had buried at the site of the old residential In June, a memorial was set up on the steps of Delta City Hall. school. On May 27, Kukpi7 ples,” Ignace told Glacier society in what the Truth 38,000 children were (Chief) Rosanne Casimir Media following the disand Reconciliation verbally, physically and told the world groundcovery. Commission (TCR) sexually abused, triggerpenetrating radar had From the 19th Century report has described as ing lifetimes of trauma. revealed the remains of to the 1970s, more than “cultural genocide.” According to the TCR 215 unmarked graves. 150,000 Indigenous chilChildren were report, at least 6,000 “I’m hoping that now dren aged six to 16 were removed from their Indigenous children are that people will believe forced to attend statefamilies, not allowed to thought to have died us when we say that there funded Christian schools speak their own language between the 1880s and was a policy of genocide designed to assimilate and forced to convert to 1996. against Indigenous peothem into Canadian Christianity. More than As experts

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In late June, the Lower Kootenay Band said it had found 182 more unmarked graves at the former St. Eugene’s Mission School near Cranbrook; within two weeks, another 160 undocumented and unmarked graves were found near the the Kuper Island residential school on Penelakut Island. As of mid-December, searches at seven former residential schools in B.C., Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Nova Scotia have turned up nearly 1,400 suspected graves. By some metrics, the grisly discoveries have finally spurred government to act. In July, the B.C. government said it would provide $475,000 to investigate each of the province’s 18 residential school sites and three hospitals; in August, Ottawa pledged another $321 million to help Indigenous communities search residential school rural sites. But a true reckoning has just begun. First Nations across Canada are either actively searching or planning to dig up the past in at least another 16 schools. What that means for reconciling Canada’s atrocities against Indigenous peoples is not as clear. Seven months after the discovery in Kamloops, how far has the country really come? B.C. FINDS HEALING IN GRIEF The graves in Kamloops instantly echoed in the lives of countless British Columbians, a void filled by public displays of emptiness. 215 vacant chairs on a school basketball court in North Vancouver. 215 cedar saplings planted in a Vancouver park. 215 pairs of shoes on the steps of an abandoned church outside Pemberton.

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On July 1, Tsawwassen First Nation reached out to its neighbouring community to join them in their grieving process. An estimated 200 people of all ages participated in a memorial march. One Indigenous woman, herself a survivor of the ‘60s Scoop, was left speechless when a memorial sprung up on the steps of the Vancouver Art Gallery within 24 hours of the announcement. Others took to the street. One Kamloops man committed to run 215 kilometres to help those who survived residential schools. In the end, tens of thousands of dollars would pour in. “It is definitely a pivotal point in history,” said Casimir. “After years of silence and disbelief, our Kamloops Indian Residential School survivors, their firsthand knowledge about the deaths of children at the school feels like it’s been finally confirmed.” Canadians, she said, have all been awakened since the children were found, for the first time in Canadian history listening and understanding what residential school was all about. “They want to know my story. “They want to know what happened to my family. “They’re looking at me

differently.” These are some remarks Casimir hears over and over as her community interacts with non-Indigenous people. Dark realities survivors had kept close for years started to reach the ears of non-Indigenous Canadians: residential schools were designed with cemeteries. As Eldon Yellowhorn, SFU professor and principal investigator of a team identifying unmarked graves at Manitoba’s Brandon Indian Residential School put it: “It wasn’t secret that there were going to be deaths.” RECONCILING IN CRISIS In a year dominated by one crisis after another, a deadly heat dome and wildfire season quickly consumed the public conversation in B.C. But like so much public policy in Canada, it was and is Indigenous people that often bear the brunt of government failure. Here’s one example: the Canadian Wildland Fire Evacuation Database shows that roughly half of all wildfire evacuees in Canada over

the past 40 years have been Indigenous, even though they make up less than five per cent of the country’s population. In Ignace’s territory, it took the Sparks Lake wildfire threatening his band’s survival before firefighters found a way to work alongside the First Nation. For two days, current Skeetchestn Indian Band Chief Darrel Draney said Emergency Management BC failed to return his calls for help. “We had no response to anything,” Draney told Glacier Media as a “great wall of fire” approached his community in July. “No red shirts anywhere. No aircraft. Not even a visit.” While most of the band evacuated, 75 people stayed behind. Soon after Draney spoke out to Glacier Media, BC Wildfire Service firefighters and Skeetchestn members found a way to come together. Skeetchestn hunters acted as experts on the ground, guiding firefighters to water sources and roads, and warning of wind changes. As the chief said at the time, “Skeetchestn is the

brains of this fire. The ministry is the brawn.” Ignace, a traditional fire keeper for his people, continues to push for and educate how to carry out traditional burning, both to stimulate the land and to prevent wildfires. Heal the forests, grasslands and waterways of British Columbia, and you go a long way to healing a relationship with First Nations. Not to mention, preventing what Ignace foresees as “the mother of all fires.” The B.C. government has moved to improve forestry practices in the province, announcing in November it would defer old-growth logging in many areas to give it time to create a new industry paradigm. As part of the process, on Nov. 4, the province gave First Nations 30 days to say whether they support deferrals, require further discussion or would rather work through existing treaties. The Ministry of Forestry wouldn’t say how many First Nations have responded to the 30-day ultimatum.

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Grand Chief Stewart Phillip of the Union of B.C. Indian Chiefs has slammed the time frame for such a complex analysis as “totally unreasonable.” When asked where the B.C. government has made the most progress on reconciliation this year, a spokesperson for the B.C. Ministry of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation pointed to a number of bills. They range from amendments to statutes that confirm Indigenous peoples as full partners in sustainable forest management to bills that recognize Indigenous jurisdiction over education and child and family services. The province predicts it will finalize an action plan in early spring 2022 to create a “whole-ofgovernment road map over the next five years to advance reconciliation.” “The residential school findings have increased the importance of reconciliation activities in B.C. and Canada and therefore

increased public interest and government accountability in reconciling with First Nations,” wrote a spokesperson in an email. Reconciliation demands such action, say all sides, but symbols of support and the words that come with them matter too. CHURCH APOLOGY, STUDENT RECORDS A PRIORITY Where politicians have floundered some have expressed hope the church could offer some closure. Casimir said her nation is looking at pursuing criminal investigations related the findings at the Kamloops Indian Residential School. But a more urgent priority is ensuring student records held by the Roman Catholic Church and federal government are released to survivors. Federal Minister of Justice David Lametti assured Casimir student records from the school — now in Ottawa’s hands — will be released to the Truth and Reconciliation

Commission within the next 30 days or so, according to the chief. With “complete and full disclosure,” Casimir said those school documents must be made accessible to survivors. But they are also crucial sources of information to identify buried children, the circumstances that led to their deaths and to help repatriate their bodies to their home communities — thought to stretch across B.C., and as far away as Washington State, Alberta and Yukon. “How do we heal?” said Casimir. “We’re still all grappling with the truth.” Pope Francis is scheduled to host an Indigenous delegation from Canada in 2022; he’s also expected to make a trip to Canada in the new year, a pilgrimage that would answer the TCR’s 58th call to action. The Indian Residential Schools Crisis Line (1-866-925-4419) is available 24 hours a day for anyone experiencing pain or distress as a result of their residential school experience.

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B.C. dominates list of top 10 weather events in Canada for 2021 The province saw some of Canada’s wildest and deadliest weather events of the year ELANA SHEPERT

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Environment Canada has released its top ten weather stories in Canada for 2021 and B.C.’s record-breaking heat wave topped the list. Canadians grappled with unprecedented extreme weather over the past year, in the form of “devastating flooding, widespread wildfires, relentless heat waves, and powerful tornadoes,” explains a news release. The national weather forecaster points out that scientists have made a “clear link” between these severe weather events and climate change. As a result, the government has made

commitments to reducing the country’s greenhouse gas emissions to prevent further impacts of climate change. The 26th annual edition of the Top 10 Weather Stories in Canada highlights that B.C. was particularly affected by extreme weather. The province’s record heat under the dome in June has been described as the “deadliest weather event in Canadian history.” On June 29, a recordbreaking high temperature of 49.6°C was recorded in Lytton, and only one day later, “90 per cent of the village was lost to wildfires, resulting in two fatalities and displacing 1200 residents.”

The devastating floods that followed an unprecedented storm pattern in November came second on the annual list. Environment Canada’s report authors note that the floods were the sum of seven atmospheric rivers and three weather bombs. The flooding and landslides led to the loss of at least six lives and thousands of evacuations, as well as the destruction of critical infrastructure and property damage. The repairs are expected to cost billions to restore. The “early, active, and unrelenting” wildfire season came in the fourth spot. A provincial state of emergency was declared

on July 21 and wasn’t lifted until Sept. 14. The wildfire service report says drought-like conditions over southern B.C., coupled with record-breaking extreme heat and severe lightning storms, helped spark as many as 40 new fires every day in July. But B.C. wasn’t the only province that experienced extreme weather in 2021. Canada had a series of powerful tornadoes this year “that ranked as a 2 on the Enhanced Fujita (EF) scale, characterized by wind speeds of between 180 and 220 km/h,” explains the release. Some of the most notable tornadoes include the deadly twister in Quebec

in June, and the series of EF2s on July 15 in Ontario, including the devastating Barrie tornado. The government has committed more than $1.9 billion through the Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund, for 69 large-scale infrastructure projects that will help protect communities across the country from the threats of climate change, including coastal erosion. Canada’s Top 10 Weather Stories of 2021 are ranked from 1 to 10, according to a number of factors that include the impact they had on Canada and Canadians, the extent of the affected area, the associated eco-

nomic impacts, and the longevity as a top news story. Top 10 Weather Stories of 2021 Record Heat Under the Dome British Columbia’s Flood of Floods Canada Dry Coast to Coast Wildfire Season – early, active and unrelenting Canada rides out four heat waves Year of the EF2 Tornado Dreaded Arctic Blast Freezes Canada in February Another hailer-flooder in Calgary Hurricane Larry belonged to Newfoundland January Prairie Clipper

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Here is a look back at a few of the top stories in the Optimist 2021 Year in Review: *The Delta Hospital Auxiliary Society’s thrift shops in Ladner were closed indefinitely following a suspicious late night fire. The blaze started in the back alley of the Delta Street strip mall, with much of the damage located in the former houseware shop, which had been converted into a 72-hour quarantine area for donated items due to COVID-19 safety guidelines Fortunately, the non-profit organization owned the building and was well-positioned for such a tragedy with fire insurance in place. However, it was another setback with the pandemic already resulting in an estimated 50 per-

cent drop in funding for Delta Hospital, the auxiliary’s sole purpose. “The (stores) are an investment for us and of course we would have all business in place to look after them,” said then Thrift Shop coordinator Angie Smith. “The hospital unfortunately suffers from this. We are not the only piece of (the auxiliary). The gift shop and cafe remain closed in Delta Hospital and are not able to contribute as well right now. The hospital is the biggest loser in all of this and that’s the saddest thing.” The houseware store (the former furniture location) came out of the fire unscathed, while the adjacent clothing store also was fine, but did share the same ventilation system as the fire-damaged donation

quarantine location. Delta asks to assume lease of Harold and Veronica Savage Centre for Supportive Care *The year started off with Delta council asking the province and Fraser Health for the city to assume the lease of the Harold and Veronica Savage Centre for Supportive Care as the long-running drama of the hospice centre in Ladner continued. Last spring, Fraser Health took over operational control of the supportive care centre and the 10-bed Irene Thomas Hospice from the Delta Hospice Society. The health region this fall said it would begin consultations with the community about the future of the supportive care facility. CONTINUED: Page 7

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Year in review: Ladner pitcher signs with University of Washington Ladner pitcher Boston Warkentin earned a scholarship to the University of Washington where he will launch his NCAA baseball career in September of 2022. At 6-foot-2 and 205-pounds, Warkentin was already getting the attention of US college programs in the summer of 2020 when his fastball velocity hit the 90-mph mark for the first time as a member of the Albertabased Okotoks Baseball Academy U18 Black team. The video was sent out and the Huskies were soon calling. “They were interested with how I was working my off-speed stuff too. Once they gave me that call it transpired pretty quickly,” said Warkentin, who pushed his fastball to 91 mph in off-season workouts. “Once the border officially re-opens, they want to get me out there as soon as possible. Warkentin came through Ladner Minor Baseball then helped

the Delta Tigers Bantam program win league and provincial championships before heading to the North Delta Blue Jays of the BC Premier League. He then decided to take his career east of the Rockies to Oktokos, a suburb of Calgary. Delta Police name two new deputy chiefs The Delta police promoted within and looked outside the organization in naming two new deputy police chiefs for the department. DPD announced that current DPD Supt. Harj Sidhu is being promoted to Deputy Chief – Operations, and Supt. Michelle Davey, with the Vancouver Police Department (VPD), will be taking on the role of Deputy Chief – Administration. “The Police Board was extremely pleased to approve the appointment of both of these well-regarded and highly qualified policing leaders,” said Mayor George

Harvie, Chair of the Delta Police Board. “This is also a milestone for the Delta Police Department. Supt. Sidhu will be the department’s first South Asian Deputy Police Chief, while Supt. Davey is the first woman to be named to Deputy Chief here in Delta.” The appointments were necessitated by the recent departure of deputy Chief Norm Lipinski who was named the inaugural Chief of the new Surrey Police Force. Lord granted day parole extension A 47-year-old man, convicted in a grisly double murder in Tsawwassen three decades ago, was granted another six-month extension of his day parole. Following a review by the Parole Board of Canada, Derik Lord was granted the extension with the board noting he has adjusted well to living at a community residential facility. He also renewed his

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Ladner pitcher Boston Warkentin earned a scholarship to the University of Washington where he will launch his NCAA baseball career in September of 2022. vocational tickets and recently got his learners licence, according to the report from the board released to the Optimist. The board noted he continues building

community supports, including working with a trauma counsellor as well as speaking with his wife and son regularly, but he continues to maintain his innocence.

The board also stated he “will not present an undue risk to society with a continued day parole with special conditions.” CONTINUED: Page 10

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ou will have to forgive me if this column comes across as a bit of a replay. Last year’s reflections of 2020 column spoke a lot about the COVID-19 pandemic. It was a major part of our year in review edition…so much so in fact, Glacier Media featured Provincial Medical Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry as our newsmaker of the year. While Henry is not the focus of our year in review this time around, the COVID-19 pandemic, sadly is. While many of us thought the worst was behind us during the summer and we were looking forward to a return to normalcy in September, the Delta variant took hold and very little changed. Then while we were getting Delta under control, along comes the Omicron variant and as I write this, we are in the midst of record-breaking daily case totals, tighter restrictions and again, no end seemingly in sight. It’s shaping up to be a long January for many of us. But the pandemic is just one of many news stories that the Optimist newsroom and our Glacier syndicated team has covered this past year. In this edition, you will find a collection of those stories be it news, community happenings, sports and entertainment. Despite a lot of doom and gloom, we have had some great stories to tell and achievements to celebrate. I hope you enjoy this look back at the year that was. There is also additional content on our website, so be sure to check that out as well. It has been another year of challenges for all of us, but with the support of our families, friends and the community as a whole, we have all persevered and soldiered on. From our Optimist family to yours, Happy New Year. Here is to brighter days ahead for all of us in 2022.

Love, charity and hope for a prosperous 2022

nother year is in the book. Who knows what 2022 will bring? It seems as though anything would surely be possible or perhaps impossible. We have received many good wishes from friends and family over the past weeks that have hoped for us to have “a healthy and prosperous new year” or greetings of the like. Do you remember the good old days when such greetings could be taken for granted in various degrees of appreciation. I mean, the thought is certainly there, but to me the game has changed, and significantly. I have never been one to itemize a New Years’ resolution list of any description. Rather, I have tended to try to adhere to more conceptual generalizations that have always had various degrees of success. Try to get out for more walks in solitude. Try to avoid fatty foods or too much sugar…..that type of thing. This year things are different. As my colleague Ingrid Abbott noted in her Dec. 23 column, the mental strain of the pandemic has been dif-

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ficult to deal with for many of us, myself included. I, also like many others, have been resonate to explore the many options for help with mental health available to us, but I do make a decent attempt to talk about it with my family. I suppose that is at least something. This year, I am hopeful to look at the world in a different way, and seek to feel attachments that have been less than traditional for me personally. The way we socialize, work, learn, and play, is in a state of flux and I am assuming that this semi chaotic realm will continue to frame the way we interact with each other for

the foreseeable future. To manage the chaos and change that we find ourselves mired in, I am going to take on concepts of “Occupational Therapy” in my daily routine in an attempt to detach myself from some difficult circumstance. There are several themes that come to mind where moving an emotional burden off of our collective chests may lead to a new and happier existence. Love: If you love someone that may not know you do, tell them, and tell them why. This will give you and the recipient of the message comfort and relief. For those who know you love them, tell them you love them more, way more. Charity: There are many amongst us that need help. I am definitely going to help kids and families in Delta whom I know are struggling. I see it all the time. There are many organizations that we can collectively reach out to. Hope: Put hope top of mind. Without it, despair will lurk in the shadows. Please have a love filled, charitable and eternally hopeful 2022.

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early 60s, both with comorbidities (one with a nerve disorder, the other with a heart condition waiting for surgery), both had COVID in 2021. Although there were trips to emergency, they did not need to be admitted, and they recovered using various protocols. They now have natural immunity from COVID. (Medically, they don’t need the vax,

do they?) They live in a basement suite currently with a flooded bathroom, yet the mandate for them decrees – stay home, don’t have company and don’t visit others. I’m curious, what health risks does this couple pose to others? “Peace on earth, goodwill... but only toward the vaccinated?” Vera Ganderton

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Barriers need to be removed for poor and marginalized Editor: As a social worker, I have become frustrated by the lack of action by the provincial and federal governments to remove barriers for poor and marginalized people to access essential services. Specifically, the need to show a governmentissued ID to obtain any help. You need an ID to get a new ID. You also need money to get an ID and you need a mailing address to receive the ID. How is a homeless person supposed to get

an ID? Many government forms are also complicated to fill out for someone living with mental illness or drug addiction or a lack of education or limited English ability. Furthermore, many poor and marginalized people are focused on their basic necessities such as staying warm and getting enough to eat. Making sure their ID is in a safe space and not lost is not a huge priority for some of them. Many also do not have access to computers or cell phones

to apply for a new ID. Anyone in B.C. should be able to walk into any government office and pass a security check and obtain services on the spot. Why does the social service system have to be so broken and inaccessible for a vulnerable sector of the population? How you treat the poor and marginalized is a reflection of the health and welfare of society at large. Time for the government to treat the poor how you want to be treated. Alex Sangha

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Year in Review: TFN opens spectacular youth centre

Here is a look back at a few of the top stories in the Optimist 2021 Year in Review:

The Tsawwassen First Nation had reason to celebrate, as they officially opened its new and spectacular youth centre. “Our young people are our future. They needed a place where they felt welcomed and valued,” said TFN Chief Ken Baird. “This centre will be a place of learning, nurturing and preparing our youth for becoming our next generation of leadership. This centre will offer both indoor and outdoor activities, a computer lab, games room, an art room, TV room, a community kitchen and large dining area – all spaces that the youth can enjoy together and call their own. This is

truly a momentous day for our youth and members. My hands go up to each and every one who made this happen.” The new youth centre, located at 2287 Tsawwassen Drive, gives the TFN community a home for their youth programs, allowing the creative freedom to expand their physical literacy, artistic, culinary and multimedia programming to better support their youth. The 12,000 square foot building will allow more programs to be offered simultaneously for a variety of age-appropriate groups, and the kitchen, weight room and gym will allow new programs to be offered. New addition to Delta Hospital Patients are benefiting from enhanced medi-

cal imaging procedures thanks to a new addition at Delta Hospital. The Peter C. and Elizabeth Toigo Diagnostic Services Building opened in March 2020, at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. At that time, the priority was to ensure the building was operational for patients who needed access to these services. The building features state-of-the-art equipment and provides more space for patients and staff. Tsawwassen soccer standout signs with pro team in Iceland As an Ivy League graduate, Olivia Sheppard is on her way to a promising career in medicine. She just needed to get her kicks in overseas first. Coming off an impres-

NOTICE OF PROPOSAL TO DISCHARGE A LAND USE CONTRACT

SUBJECT: LAND USE CONTRACT DISCHARGE BYLAW NO. 8084 FOR 11243 89A AVENUE (File No. LU009228) PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that at the Regular Meeting of Council to take place on MONDAY, JANUARY 10, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber at the Delta City Hall, 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, BC, the Delta City Council will consider third reading of “Delta (Chhoker – LU009228) Land Use Contract Discharge Bylaw No. 8084, 2021” which relates to the property at 11243 89A Avenue, as shown outlined in bold and marked “Subject Property” on the attached map. Some members of Council may participate in this meeting via electronic means (audio, visual or other communication facilities). The purpose of this bylaw is to authorize Council to discharge Land Use Contract S.A. No. 2696 for the subject property in order to permit construction of a secondary suite within the existing single detached dwelling under current zoning bylaw regulations. Pursuant to Section 464(2) of the Local Government Act and Council’s resolution on December 6, 2021, there will not be a Public Hearing for Bylaw No. 8084. Website: www.delta.ca – December 6, 2021 Regular Council Meeting Agenda Item E.02

To observe the proceedings, the meeting with be broadcast live through video streaming at www.delta.ca/watchlive. AND TAKE FURTHER NOTICE – If you have a general inquiry regarding the proposed land use contract discharge application or if you would like assistance to inspect any relevant documentation, please contact the Community Planning and Development Department by email at cpd@delta.ca or by phone at 604.946.3380. Staff are regularly monitoring and responding to emails and calls. Interested residents have the opportunity to provide written comments regarding the application at this time. Comments are to be received on or before 12:00 noon, January 7, 2022. Comments should be referred to:

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The Tsawwassen First Nation had reason to celebrate, as they officially opened its new and spectacular youth centre. sive NCAA career at Princeton University, the 23-year-old soccer standout from Tsawwassen took her talent to the professional level after signing with UMF Afturelding of Iceland’s national women’s league. The season commenced in May and ran until the fall. Driver pleads guilty Bridget Malcom’s life “collapsed” on the night of

June 2, 2018 – the moment she learned over the phone that first responders had stopped doing CPR on her 19-year-old daughter Olivia on a dark Delta highway. The Burnaby driver responsible for Olivia’s death, 45-year-old Chao Chen, who now lives in Richmond, was in court to plead guilty to dangerous driving causing death.

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Chen admitted to having had an open bottle of whiskey with him, which he took from his Jeep before police arrived and threw over a fence, but he said he’d only had one shot of whiskey before the crash and “adamantly” denied having been impaired, according to his lawyer Michael Mines. CONTINUED: Page 11

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Year in Review: Decorated playing career ends for Tsawwassen’s Seabrook Here is a look back at a few of the top stories in the Optimist 2021 Year in Review: It’s the end of a playing career for the most decorated hockey player ever to come out of Delta. Tsawwassen’s own Brent Seabrook stepped away from the game following 15 seasons as a member of the Chicago Blackhawks. The 35-yearold was attempting to return from recent surgeries. “Over a three-month period from December 2019 to February 2020, Brent underwent successful surgeries on both of his hips and his right shoulder,” said Blackhawks team physician Dr. Michael Terry. “He has worked extremely hard to recover from those surgeries but has a long-term issue with his right hip that is preventing him from playing professional hockey. “We have tried all

available conservative treatments, and nothing has worked well enough for him to live life as an athlete. We support his decision to prioritize his long-term physical health.” Seabrook’s career with the Blackhawks included being a three-time Stanley Cup winner. On two of those occasions he was honoured with a parade in his hometown by the City of Delta. He was also a member of Canada’s Olympic gold medal team at the 2010 Winter Games in Vancouver. Delta’s large item pick-up program begins Delta’s new Large Item Pick-Up Program began this month. Replacing the annual Spring Clean-Up, it allowed residents to dispose of large, bulky items such as sofas, washing machines and ovens. Residents contacted Remple Disposal, which has the recycling and

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Up, but also mattresses, which were not picked up in the Spring CleanUp. City of Delta appoints new fire Chief A familiar face has a new role at the Delta Fire Department. Guy McKintuck, who

began his career with Delta Fire & Emergency Services in 1993, was appointed as the city’s new fire Chief. McKintuck had spent the last five years as Deputy Chief under Chief Paul Scholfield, and before that Chief Dan Copeland. The fire Chief position became available as a result of the retirement of Scholfield who served with the department for 30 years. McKintuck became the 10th Chief of Delta Fire & Emergency Services since 1963. South Delta artists featured in book celebrating Canadian women Four South Delta artists celebrated International Women’s Day by being featured in a book release that recognized Canadian women who lead by example in the every-day pursuit of success, happiness and achievement.

Jan Rankin, Kathy Swift, Donelle Clarke and Mary Painter were included in Pursuit-365, a book co-authored by 365 women from the West Coast to the Maritimes. The idea took shape a few years ago, when the founder of Fresh Magazine, Shelly Lynn Hughes was asked to speak at the UN in New York along with a delegate of fellow female Canadian Entrepreneurs. With COVID-19 putting a stop to all travel over the last year and a half, Hughes was inspired to publish the book, with each day of the year featuring one woman’s story. Property tax increase Delta council gave the thumbs-up to a proposed 2.9 per cent increase to the city’s portion of this year’s property tax bill. The increase works out to $70 for the average home.

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I am also proud that our Government has been able to move forward with some other very important work. We put in place laws to provide 10 paid sick days in federal workplaces and protect health care workers from harassment and intimidation. We also To the families who have lost loved ones to this horrible As 2021 draws to an end, I wanted to share my banned the traumatic practice of conversion therapy. pandemic, I offer my condolences. To those of you who reflections on what continue to be challenging And in 2022, childcare fees in BC will go down on have been separated from loved ones for extended times; what we have accomplished together; and average by 50% thanks to our national childcare periods of time, I offer my appreciation for your patience. my optimism for the future. investments. gly, the community of Delta has continued to Unsurprisingl In my new mandate letter, I am tasked with addressstep up. We honour these sacrifices by getting ing the ongoing labour shortages, modernizing the vaccinated and boosters. We take care of each other by employment insurance system, improving the social distancing, wearing masks, washing our hands, Temporary Foreign Working program, implementing and keeping our contacts down. We continue to shop the Disability Inclusion Action Plan, and putting in local and volunteer safely. Our business community place the Canada Disability Benefit. There is most continues to be amazing, as do our farmers. certainly a lot of work ahead, but I am not one to shy With Omicron numbers on the rise and more restrictions away from hard work. in place, the federal government has put in place Despite the challenges we continue to face as a additional business and worker support programs. Delta community and as a country, I am optimistic about businesses impacted by local lockdowns are eligible for the year ahead. The very things that make us additional wage and rent subsidies. Delta workers are Canadian are the things that will continue to get us eligible for income support. There will also be specific through this – our compassion, kindness, our sense support available for those sectors who have been of community, our resilience. hardest hit. I urge you to appl pply. We can help. On behalf of my family and Delta team, I wish you all We are also providing ongoing support to families and a happy and safe 2022. businesses impacted by the 2021 wildfires and floods. Let me begin by saying a heartfelt thank you to all of our dedicated health care workers who have continued to keep us safe through another year of COVID-19. I acknowledge your sacrifice.

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Year in Review: Dave Hamilton remembered for his community work Here is a look back at a few of the top stories in the Optimist 2021 Year in Review:

Community tributes poured in following the passing of former Delta Optimist general manager Dave Hamilton. A consummate community volunteer and champion for this community’s newspaper, Hamilton lost his battle with prostate cancer passing away on March 23. Hamilton was 64. He was named Delta’s Citizen of the Year in November by the Delta Chamber of Commerce. Community heroics Aileen Noguer was steps away from her hair appointment, while Garry Bansal was busy serving a customer, until their swift and heroic

actions helped to avoid a potential tragedy. It was around 3:20 p.m. at the Tsawwassen Shopping Centre on April 1 when a driver attempting to park, collided with another vehicle and inadvertently ended up on the sidewalk, running over a pedestrian, in front of the Chopped Leaf restaurant. The car came to a stop on the pedestrian who was pinned under the passenger-side front tire. Bansal was working at the nearby Open Connection cellular store and his colleague Harry Singh saw what had happened. They along with another co-worker Abhayjeet Singh and a customer in the store at the time all rushed outside to lift the car off the victim. Delta police cleared

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Former Optimist general manager Dave Hamilton lost his battle with cancer in April. of misconduct by Discipline Authority A Discipline Authority cleared Delta police of misconduct into the way an investigation was handled regarding an incident involving the wife of Chief Neil Dubord. The Office of the

NOTICE OF PROPOSAL TO DISCHARGE A LAND USE CONTRACT

SUBJECT: LAND USE CONTRACT DISCHARGE BYLAW NO. 8085 FOR 9087 118 STREET (File No. LU009182) PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that at the Regular Meeting of Council to take place on MONDAY, JANUARY 10, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber at the Delta City Hall, 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, BC, the Delta City Council will consider third reading of “Delta (Isaacson and McKerral – LU009182) Land Use Contract Discharge Bylaw No. 8085, 2021” which relates to the property at 9087 118 Street, as shown outlined in bold and marked “Subject Property” on the attached map. Some members of Council may participate in this meeting via electronic means (audio, visual or other communication facilities).

Police Complaint Commissioner (OPCC) confirmed with the Optimist on April 9 that the Discipline Authority has issued its decision. James Paxton has season-ending surgery James Paxton’s 2021 season lasted just 24 pitches. The left-handed pitcher from Ladner underwent seasonending Tommy John surgery. After a second

opinion from a surgeon confirmed an earlier diagnosis. The 32-yearold departed in the second inning of his season debut against the Chicago White Sox on April 6 with discomfort in his throwing arm. Delta to allow alcohol at select parks Council approved the city moving ahead with a pilot program to allow responsible drinking at Diefenbaker Park in Tsawwassen, Memorial Park in Ladner and at North Delta Community Park from June 1 to Sept. 31. Drinking was permitted seven days a week, from 11 a.m. to dusk, but there was also no drinking zones at the sites. DPD Chief, Mayor address safety after brazen North Delta shooting Delta residents shocked by a brazen daylight shooting outside North Delta’s Scottsdale Centre mall can rest assured their community was still safe.

That’s what Delta Police Chief Neil Dubord and Mayor George Harvie told the Optimist outside the DPD’s mobile command unit at the Walmart parking lot, where Dubord provided an update on the investigation into the murder of Bikramdeep Randhawa, 29, of Surrey. Among a spree of recent brazen daylight shootings in busy Metro Vancouver public places, the B.C. Corrections Officer was shot outside the mall just before 5 p.m. Saturday with many people around. One witness even managed to take video of a suspect, appearing to carry a gun, who jumped into a waiting vehicle, footage that was immediately posted onto social media. Randhawa’s bulletriddled car came to rest on the sidewalk on 72nd Avenue by the Shell gas station on the corner of Scott Road.

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Year in review: Residents allowed to keep backyard chickens Here is a look back at a few of the top stories in the Optimist 2021 Year in Review: City council has unanimously given the thumbs-up for residents to be allowed to have backyard chickens following a public hearing. In a presentation to council, Tsawwassen resident Kristin Roberts, who earlier submitted a petition with more than 900 names in support of Delta starting a pilot project, noted currently only a few residents are able to have their own chickens. She noted other communities that allow the sustainable and organic practice, among others, include Vancouver, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Surrey, Victoria, New Westminster, Toronto, and Seattle. Hospital Auxiliary donates $500,000 to Delta Hospital A generous donation of more than $500,000 helped pave the way for the purchase of multiple pieces of equipment at

Delta Hospital. The donation to the Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation came from the Delta Hospital Auxiliary Society and will support multiple departments including surgical services, the medical department, rehabilitation and long-term care. Century Group submits new application for Four Winds There was a new proposal by Four Winds Brewing Company and Century Group to build a brew facility at the Southlands. Four Winds noted it has been working closely with Century Group for a number of years trying to bring a new brewery and restaurant to the development. SDSS grads selected in CFL draft A pair of former South Delta Sun Devil standouts and lifelong teammates continued their Alberta football journey to pro careers. Grant McDonald was selected in the second round (14th overall) by

the Edmonton Football Club in the 2021 CFL Draft. Minutes later, Charlie Moore went in the third round (26th overall) to the Calgary Stampeders. Both were key starting linebackers when the University of Calgary Dinos captured the 2019 Vanier Cup national championship. They also had leading roles in the Sun Devils winning their first provincial title at the “AAA” level in 2014. DPD launches team to stop spread of gang violence With an increase in gang violence throughout the Lower Mainland in recent weeks, including a brazen, deadly shooting May 1 at a North Delta mall, Delta Police stepped up enforcement in an effort to stop further violence in the community. The department launched a new team focused on intercepting potential gang or related activity, and acting as a deterrent, through a high profile presence. CONTINUED: Page 14

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Year in Review: Delta remembers young First Nations lives lost Here is a look back at a few of the top stories in the Optimist 2021 Year in Review:

Somber and moving tributes were set up at Delta Municipal Hall in Ladner and throughout the city to remember the 215 First Nations children whose remains were found buried at the site of the former Kamloops residential school. Pairs of small shoes to honour the young lives were laid out by members of the public on the steps of municipal hall as a steady stream of people arrived to pay their respects. Delta starts reopening parks amenities The City of Delta started the reopening of some of its parks amenities. Delta announced the reopening of the popular stairs at Fred Gingell Park in Tsawwassen and, reopened several of its water spray playgrounds at Diefenbaker Park Memorial Park,

Annieville Park and North Delta Social Heart Plaza. Delta Firefighters healthy snack program now at 11 schools It’s a welcome addition to “The Nest” at Ladner Elementary School thanks to the generosity of the Delta Firefighters Charitable Society (DFCS). The home of the “Eagles” was among five more schools that are now part of the Delta Firefighters Healthy Snack Program. In cooperation with the Delta School District, the society purchases, organizes and then delivers snacks to designated schools. Funding for the program comes directly from Delta firefighters pay cheques as the society has a strong member payroll deduction program in which 93 per cent of the members donate every pay period. B.C. moves to Step 3 Premier John Horgan confirmed that his gov-

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The Grad Class of 2021 had a memorable send-off. ernment would loosen a range of restrictions on the way British Columbians live, and end the provincial state of emergency . The move was expected, as Horgan conveyed in late May that his restart plan for the economy would come in steps. Governor plans to address Point Roberts residents With the potential closure of Point Roberts’ lone grocery store just days away, Washington State governor Jay Inslee expressed his frustration

in the lack of progress at the federal level in getting the Boundary Bay Border Crossing reopened. SDSS standout taking her field hockey career to Toronto SDSS 2021 grad Natalie Anderson will be continuing her career at the University of Toronto, following what has been a steady stream of BC talent to the Blues program in recent years, including 2019 SDSS graduate Eve Carrothers. In total, 13 of U-of-T’s 24-player squad in 2020 were from the

west coast. Some advice from her former Sun Devil teammate and some desired academic opportunities were enough to convince Anderson to head east. South Delta Dry Grad It was an unprecedented celebration in an unprecedented time. Faced with the prospects of no formal grad celebrations due to the COVID-19 pandemic, hundreds of parents, volunteers and businesses stepped up across South Delta to ensure that the Grad Class of 2021 would have a memorable sendoff. TFN welcomes community to share As the Residential School tragedy continues to unfold across the country, Tsawwassen First Nation reached out to its neighbouring community for the first time on Canada Day to join them in their grieving process. An estimated 200 people of all ages participat-

ed in a memorial march on the streets that surround TFN’s Tsawwassen Mills Shopping Mall. Delta council gives green light to cannabis store It’s a first of what could be more cannabis retail stores in Delta. Council unanimously approved an application by Seed & Stone to open a private cannabis dispensary at 616 Chester Road, located on Annacis Island. Promoting inclusivity and diversity in Delta It’s impossible to know all the right answers on how to be the most respectful, inclusive or welcoming without consulting the communities who are impacted by these actions. This premise is what the Mayor’s Task Force on Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism was born from – acknowledging that there is always room to learn more and do more. CONTINUED: Page 15

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Year in Review: Liberal Carla Qualtrough re-elected in election Here is a look back at a few of the top stories in the Optimist 2021 Year in Review: Incumbent Liberal MP Carla Qualtrough was reelected in September’s federal election. Across the country, the Liberals formed a second consecutive minority government. According to Elections Canada, voter turnout in Delta was 62.8 per cent, higher than the national turnout which was just a little over 58 per cent. Education the focus of National Day of Truth and Reconciliation in Delta Education, selfstudy and awareness is the focus for the City of Delta on National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. The Optimist also recognized the importance of the day with a section dedicated to stories from leaders in the community. Delta Tigers win first ever B.C. Bantam Prep title It’s not how you start your season but rather how you finish. Just ask the Delta Tigers. Nearly 11 weeks after opening the 2021 campaign with an 8-0 loss to the White Rock Tritons, the Tigers returned to South Surrey Athletic Park to defeat the hosts 3-1 to win their first-ever B.C. Premier Baseball League Bantam Prep championship. Seattle Kraken’s new arena the vision of a DSS grad It’s the vision and talents of a Delta Secondary graduate that played a leading role in the home of the NHL’s newest franchise. When the Seattle Kraken played their first-ever regular season home game at the spectacular Climate Pledge Arena against the Vancouver Canucks, Geoff Cheong was quietly cheering for the visiting team. The lifelong Canucks fan also happens be lead

project designer and principal architect for Populous — a Kansas City based company that specializes in sports facilities and arenas. Climate Pedge’s opening culminated four years of his work. T-Mobile Arena (Las Vegas) and Marlins Park (Miami) are among Cheong’s other major venues. Group hopes to improve water quality of Boundary Bay Delta will take part in a gathering of local and indigenous governments south of the Fraser River to see what can be done to improve water quality of the CanadianUS shared waters of Boundary Bay. Members of the Shared Waters Alliance, an international working group made up of representatives from government, First Nations and community groups from both countries, made a presentation to Delta council to discuss the ongoing shellfish harvesting closure on the Canadian side due to bacteriological contamination. Delta Police officers help raise $190,000 on Cops for Cancer ride It was an experience of a lifetime for three Delta Police officers who participated in this year’s Cops for Cancer ride as members of the Tour de Valley team. Rookie riders Bianca Boyce, Grayson Hawkins and Terra Schmuland pedalled 438 km over five days and helped raise more than $190,000 for the Canadian Cancer Society. Delta Ice Hawks awarded Cyclone Taylor Cup The Delta Ice Hawks are hoping to soar to a Junior B provincial championship on home ice this coming April. The Ice Hawks, along with the City of Delta, were named hosts of the 2022 Cyclone Taylor Cup from April 7 to 10 featuring the Ice Hawks and the cham-

pions of the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League (KIJHL), the Pacific Junior Hockey League (PJHL) and the Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League (VIJHL). Delta doctors urge residents to get their flu shots Delta family doctors are urging residents to get their influenza shots and not let their guard down from a deluge of

COVID-19 information. For the second straight year, the Delta Division of Family Practice hosted a mass community flu shot clinic at the Harris Barn in Ladner. Wetlands Workforce remove debris A giant stuffed rabbit, a creepy wooden crib and a toilet seat were only some of the items that the team from Wetlands Workforce has

found along shorelines they’ve been cleaning up. The organization – whose vision is to protect, restore and promote B.C.’s wetlands and watersheds – deployed a “work pod” of five to specifically tackle their Fraser River Clean-Up project. Starting with the South Arm Marshes and Westham Island,

both close to Ladner, they worked along the Boundary Bay Dyke area. The pod removed 4.77 tons of debris, both large and small-scale, from the shorelines, which is early equivalent to the weight of 10 horses. Tires, boards, rope, bottles, lighters, plastic bags and shotgun casings were also popular finds.

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Year in Review: Plastic bags will soon be no longer in Delta Here is a look back at a few of the top stories in the Optimist 2021 Year in Review: The City of Delta will be implementing its own ban on plastic checkout bags. Council unanimously approved a regulation to prohibit the provision of single-use plastic bags to customers, although there will be several exemptions for items such as meat or frozen food, plants, prepared foods, bulk items, prescription drugs, printed materials, linens and laundry. The regulation also prohibits prepared food in any food service ware that contains polystyrene foam, but also comes with a few exceptions. Majority council support doesn’t save Beach Grove Golf townhouse application A proposed 20-unit townhouse development fronting the Beach Grove Golf Club in Tsawwassen, came down to defeat, despite the majority on council voting in favour, following a public hearing. The remaining property would have continued to be a part of the Beach Grove Golf Club. The golf course would have sold the site to the developer if the application was successful. THIS helps move the conversation on mental health With mental health at the forefront of the many issues the pandemic has highlighted to us, The Harmony Initiative Society (THIS) knew it was vital to host a round-table discus-

sion about this important topic. Moderated by TV host and producer Fiona Forbes, the panel included perspectives from local government officials, leaders, mental health experts, media and concerned citizens. The panel, hosted on Facebook live, was held at the North Delta Arts Centre. City crews deal with Atmospheric River flooding City of Delta crews were kept extra busy due to the series of storms that battered the region including the incredible deluge on Nov 15. All of Delta’s pump stations were working at full capacity but stayed operational, while the city deployed all available portable drainage equipment to assist with flood relief efforts in the community. More than 30 pump stations and flood boxes regulate water levels to protect the community. Delta’s Housing Action Plan approved Delta council approved the city’s new Housing Action Plan. The plan sets out eight strategies, each with short to long-term actions over the next five years, to address the needs identified through Delta’s Housing Needs Assessment. The first strategy is to promote priority housing types through a comprehensive incentives package to create purpose-built market rental, non-market rental, supportive housing, accessible units and other priority and affordable housing

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City of Delta crews were kept extra busy due to the series of storms that battered the region including the incredible deluge on Nov 15. types. The second strategy includes looking at city and community-owned lands and working with land owners interested in redevelopment to accommodate priority housing. Delta resident pleads guilty to 2020 arson A major arson investigation in Tsawwassen has now concluded with a guilty plea. After more than a year of court appearances, 31-year-old Delta resident Daniel Robert Hacking entered a guilty plea recently in Surrey provincial court.

Council approves Ladner Village OCP changes Delta council votes in favour of proposed Ladner Village Official Community Plan (OCP) amendments following a public hearing Dec. 14. Speakers gave their thoughts via Zoom and in-person on the changes aimed at revitalizing the village and waterfront. The amendments are to encourage redevelopment by allowing higher density including new buildings up to six storeys, depending on the

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How can the City of Delta improve the sense of belonging and connections for its seniors? That’s one of the questions within the draft of Delta’s new Social Action Plan, which also asks how the city can support seniors to age in place and live active lives, as well as enhance community capacity to support vulnerable seniors. According to the recently released report, between 2006 and 2016, the most significant population increase in Delta was among those between 65-and-84 years of age. In 2001, seniors comprised only 11 per cent

of Delta’s population, but by 2016 that increased to almost 19 per cent. Tsawwassen has a higher proportion of those aged 65 and over compared to Ladner and North Delta, however, North Delta accounts for more than 42 per cent of all senior residents in Delta. Meanwhile, since 2013, income has decreased by 6.3 per cent for B.C.’s seniors, while close to nine per cent of seniors in Delta live in poverty, comparable to the provincial average poverty rate for seniors. The report also notes that a large proportion of Delta’s low-income seniors is concentrated in North Delta, including up to 22 per cent in

select neighbourhoods. Seniors living on limited incomes have been affected by increased costs of living and limited access to essential services, such as home support. The report also notes older residents increasingly prefer to stay in their own homes in their own communities and municipalities and the not-for-profit sector play an important role in enabling seniors to age in place. “As Canadians live longer, older residents with more complex medical needs are entering nursing homes, which puts additional pressure on these facilities. As family structure changes, in 30 years, a typical 85-year

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The draft social action plan suggests the city conduct an inventory of subsidized and supportive housing options for seniors and work with BC Housing and other partners on reducing barriers for vulnerable seniors to access affordable housing. old will be less likely than today to be married and have children who can provide care for them. How do we ensure that older residents are supported in Delta, enjoy a good quality of life, and have access to all the resources they need? How do we support frail seniors in Delta who might not have much support from their immediate families? These are the questions to which we are seeking answers,” the report states. Listing current assets to help seniors including

seniors’ centres, Delta’s seniors’ coordinator, service providers and the city’s seniors’ bus program, the proposed action plan outlines challenges and opportunities. In 2021 consultation sessions, seniors, talked about how they should have more of a voice in the community and a say in the decisions that affect their lives. Their values should be better recognized and appreciated, the report notes. Many Delta seniors live independently and

are not connected to any community agency or seniors’ centres, while Delta’s unique geography presents significant challenges to seniors moving around and accessing services in Delta and other communities. Seniors are also having a hard time finding affordable and accessible housing in Delta. Delta’s new Housing Action Plan identifies affordable housing for seniors as a key priority. A need for better coordination was also identified. CONTINUED: see Page 19

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LIVING THE GOOD LIFE CONTINUED from Page 18 “During consultations with service providers, some key priorities have emerged, including the need for more culturally-appropriate services for seniors, and better collaboration and coordination between service providers working with seniors,” the report adds. The proposed action plan lists several proposed strategic priorities to address those issues including forming a Seniors Advisory Committee to provide an opportunity for seniors to inform the city on relevant policies and priorities, as well as conduct a review of citywide programs and increase programming that builds connections and reduces isolation. The plan also suggests conducting an overview of public engagement processes to ensure that diverse seniors’ voices are represented in various consultations. The plan also suggests the city considers developing Delta’s AgeFriendly City Strategy as well as partner with other levels of government, developers and non-profit housing providers to expand the

availability and variety of affordable and supportive housing. Another suggestion is for the city to conduct a comprehensive review of transportation options available to seniors, identify the gaps and work with other levels of government and community partners to improve mobility for senior residents in Delta. Among the other potential actions is for the city to establish a city-wide group comprising of service providers, BC Housing, Fraser Health, local Divisions of Family Practice and other levels of government and city departments working with seniors to improve information and resource sharing, enhance safety outcomes and build community capacity to reach and support vulnerable older residents, with a particular focus on vulnerable seniors in North Delta. The action plan also suggests the city builds on the initial Delta Housing Needs Assessment and develop a Delta Social and Supportive Housing Strategy as GETTY IMAGES well as consider forming a City The Social Action Plan suggests for the city to conduct a comprehensive review of of Delta Affordable Housing Task transportation options available to seniors. Force.

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Time stands still for Boundary Bay runner National masters record holder Mark Pinckard is running nearly as fast as he was a decade ago MARK BOOTH

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Inspired by the memory of his longtime coach, Mark Pinckard broke a near 20-yearold Canadian record on the track and now has his sights on the 2022 World Masters Track and Field Championships in Finland. The Boundary Bay resident and 800-metre specialist captured gold at last summer’s B.C. Masters Outdoor Track and Field Championships at Bear Creek Park in a winning time of 2:10.77, breaking the record in the men’s 60-year-old age class by nearly two seconds. The former mark set in 2002 belonged to renowned B.C. Athletics Hall of Famer Harold Morioka. How good was Pinckard’s performance? His time would have won him the 55-59 age group that day by 16 seconds and he was just four seconds off the winning time in the 40-44 group. It was also the fastest time in the world posted this year among age 60-to-64 male runners. “In the number of years I have been doing this my times just haven’t changed that

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Dedicating the performance to his former coach, Boundary Bay’s Mark Pinckard broke a 19-year-old Canadian record for his age group in the 800 metres. much,” said the now 61-yearold. “When I first got into it, I ran a 2:08 10 or 11 years ago and then I run a 2:10 (this summer).” Pinckard dedicated the record performance to his

former coach Jean-Jacques (JJ) Schmidt. The legendary running mentor, who spent decades with the Richmondbased Kajaks, lost a 10-month battle with pancreatic cancer back in July. He was still pro-

viding virtual coaching from his Vernon home weeks before his passing. “When I eventually started to get my times down (earlier this year) I communicated with him that maybe I wanted

to break the record,” Pinckard recalled. “Each race I got closer and closer and I flew to a meet in Ontario hoping to do it there but it ended up being the next race back in B.C. J.J. was always a real big supporter of mine.” Also pushing Pinckard is his workouts with the South Surrey-based Ocean Athletics Track and Field Club where many of his training mates are decades younger than him. “I train with high school kids and they are super dedicated. I can’t remember myself in high school being as dedicated as they are. They are out there in the rain and cold and they are a great group of kids. I want give them kudos too. I got them to chase,” he laughed. Pinckard did some sprinting as a young teen but then turned his attention to rugby before his career and raising a family. It was in his 40s he began running again, initially doing a marathon then shifting to the track. He has attended World Masters events in Spain, Korea and California. Now he hopes to be heading to Tampere, Finland next June as long as the pandemic doesn’t get in the way.

A busy month of December for new SDSS boys basketball coach MARK BOOTH

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Bryan Lopez and his South Delta Sun Devils are certainly making up for lost time. The Sun Devils closed out their pre-Christmas schedule at the Killarney Cougar Classic in Vancouver, making it 12 games in 16 days since the B.C. High School Boys Basketball season tipped off Dec. 1. Call it a crash course on game experi-

ence after the entire 2020/21 campaign was wiped out by the COVID-19 pandemic. Lopez was also making his official debut on the sidelines as the first senior boys basketball teacher/coach at the Tsawwassen school in recent memory. The Kitsilano graduate actually joined the SDSS teaching staff a year ago and led his players through weeks of practices as game action never did get underway.

“We had to look at the positive that you are never going to get a time like this where you get a full year to just work on skills and that’s what we did,” said Lopez. “We really honed down on the fundamentals making sure they have the right foot work and they know their positioning. Just working on the minor details. “We have been going since last January and we had open gym right until mid-June.

There was more open gym in September and we did a fall league at (Surrey’s) Tamanawis (Secondary). The boys have been playing a lot.” Despite SDSS’s rich history of athletics, dating back to the early 1970s, the Sun Devils have never advanced to the senior boys basketball provincials. They play in the South Fraser’s AAAA League designated for the largest schools, which means a steady diet of quality

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teams, leading up to the postseason in February. South Delta will take a 1-1 league record into 2022 after splitting games with Frank Hurt and Tamanawis. “All teams in this area are pretty tough and you can’t take anyone for granted,” Lopez continued. “The mindset is you treat every possession as if it’s the last possession of the game. Just think in 30 second increments.”

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NEW LISTING: 6705 SEAVIEW ROAD

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NEW LISTING: 512 TSAWWASSEN BEACH ROAD $3,998,000

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$1,399,000

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Corner lot home with the best beach in the lower mainland at your door step! Location is everything and this home has it....tucked away off the beaten track in Boundary Bay.

Custom built and beautifully maintained one owner family home just minutes walk to Pebble Hill and Elementary School. This 4 bdrm is the perfect home for a growing family with a spacious functional ﬂoor plan.

Gorgeous 4 bdrm waterfront home on Tsawwassen Beach offering direct beach front access and year round panoramic views of the ocean, gulf islands and sunsets galore.

$2,799,000

This 4,762 square foot home has a 21,000 sf lot and sits on the bluff overlooking N. Shore Mtns and Tsawwassen Springs Golf course. Sprawling 5 bedroom family home with south and west exposed pool, a hot tub and sauna.

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Beautiful custom built home on a totally private sunny southern exposed yard. Home features 4510 sq.ft., master on main, 5 bdrms, den, games room, 4 bathrooms and oversized 3 car garage. Home has excellent ﬂoor plan that opens to a spectacular sunny yard with beautiful pool making it a resort at home. Home has never been on the market before and won't last long!!! Call ROBIN 604-868-2844 JUST LISTED

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Featuring 6 bdrms, 6 bathrms, excellent 2 bdrm suite and spectacular rooftop deck. This rare ﬁnd is located on a quiet street with many ﬁnes homes in Upper Tsawwassen. Home is just totally updated with ouststanding views on a 10,750 sq.ft. western exposed lot. This kind of home does not come to market often, don't miss this one. Call for more information. Call ROBIN 604-868-2844 $1,999,000

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Fabulous new home in one of Tsawwassen's ﬁnest locations. Excellent open ﬂoor plan with 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, huge games room and totally separate 1 bedroom inlaw suite. Home is approx. 3500 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 group

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Fabulous 2 level townhome right on the Golf Course! This 2 bedroom, 3 bathroom with ofﬁce space overlooking the 6th Green on Beach Grove Golf course is only steps to Town Center shopping & transit and only a 5 minute walk to the beach. Large living room with views, 8x10 skylight. Large master bedroom with en-suite and access to a huge 17’ x 24” partially covered/heated patio with gate access to the golf course and your very own palm tree.

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Stunning Executive Rancher with walk out basement in “Forest By the Bay”. Just completed extensive renovations by Pine Construction, this 4129 sq ft home boasts fabulous views of Mt. Baker, Boundary Bay and farmland. 5 bedroom & Den plus 4 bathrooms including a large and luxurious Master bedroom on main with fireplace and spacious 5 piece en-suite with views. Main floor has a massive great room with open floor concept, a chef’s dream kitchen with large island, post and beam vaulted ceilings and large patios off both floors to take advantage of the views. Large media room with projection screen downstairs plus in-law suite and lots of storage. All new electrical, plumbing, furnace, A/C, windows, bathrooms, kitchen, flooring, security system, large garage & bonus green space out back.

Gorgeous luxury living at “New Haven” in Tsawwassen Landing. No foreign Buyer’s tax, No GST. Bright, open living space featuring over-height ceilings, wide-plank ﬂooring on main. 3 bdrm + Loft (could be 4th bdrm), Gourmet kitchen including Wolf 6 burner gas range & integrated Sub Zero Fridge/Freezer and beverage cooler, entertainment-sized island. Vaulted ceiling in master bedroom plus a gorgeous Spa-like en-suite featuring a deep soaker tub, stone countertops, large rain shower, and in-ﬂoor radiant heating. A/C, hot water on demand, Lots of extras.

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Happy Holidays! All the best in 2022! NEW LISTING!!!

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PEBBLE HILL - beautifully reno’d 4 bed 4 bath home on private 12,874 sq ft SUNNY SOUTH LOT!!! Great floor plan with french doors from kitchen & family room to oversized back deck & park like lot - great outdoor living space! Dining & living room with feature fireplace are ideal for entertaining! Updates include flooring, fireplaces, bathrooms, kitchen & ‘prep kitchen’. BONUS - heated detached studio - office, gym or games room. Walk to schools, park, transit & beach. CALL NOW!

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A TIME TO Remember Loved ones who have passed on can be remembered through a Tribute Gift to Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation. Donations made in memory of your loved ones will be acknowledged with cards sent to family members and an acknowledgement and receipt sent to the donor.

Tributes for December Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation gratefully acknowledges gifts in memory of: Shaun Arthur Frank Barr Jean Burak Keith Comber Peter Corless Rothwell Embree Ronald Geisthardt Rolf Gerhards Ronnie Gibson Tom & Barb Gigliotti Baldev Singh Grewal Meghan Grimwood Bill Haaf Dorothy Harvey Charles Hill Fred K. Kennedy Margaret Kittson Louise Kuran Bill Kushnir Dave Laurent Arden Leung Ulap H.S. Li June Massey Lila Massey Margaret McRae Dharam Singh Nijjar Ronald R. Powell Joan Robinson Virginia (Ginny) Russell Debbie Sammon Terry Sammon Sr. Maria Schulz Hazel Sim Rena Simpson Edward Thorstenson Basile Vassos •••••••••••••

Your gift assists the Foundation to purchase vital medical equipment for Delta Hospital. Working Together to make a Difference! 5800 Mountain View Blvd. Delta, B.C. V4K 3V6 www.dhchfoundation.ca Phone: 604-940-9695 Fax: 604-940-9670

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MITTAL, Hari Krishan

BONALDO, Vivian Eileen May 10, 1932 to November 28, 2021 You are Loved. You are missed. For 89 years you shared your life with us. A wife to Gino Bonaldo Sr, a mother to Gino Vincenzo and Tiana, a sister to Irene Rhodes, a daughter to Samuel and Marinette Rhodes, and a friend to many. Thank you.

Growing up in West Vancouver, Vivian excelled at violin and piano. As a young lady, modeling and pageants. This sparked her interest in Men’s and Women’s merchandizing. She had an eye for fashion and clothing. She enjoyed the customers of retail. Eventually, opening Bonaldo Imports. A clothing store in Tsawwassen. Vivian was friendly, caring and believed in putting her best foot forward. Vivian was married in Las Vegas and raised a family in Tsawwassen. Vivian was an adventurer, a romantic at heart and above all; she strived to be a Lady. That’s what Vivian will be remembered for the most.

December 1, 1936 - November 16, 2021 It is with great sadness that our family announces the passing of a beloved husband, father and grandfather, but also with tremendous gratitude for the time we had with him and a life well lived. Hari was born in India and immigrated to Canada in 1957. He was always proud of where he came from but also so proud to be Canadian, truly a “son of two countries”. After completing a mathematics degree in India, he continued his education at UBC where he became an Engineer and later completed his PhD at the University of Alberta. It was at the University of British Columbia where he met the love of his life, Elizabeth “Anne” Sorenson. Hari and Anne were married October 24th, 1964 and started their family in Vancouver, BC. They moved a few times and eventually settled in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Hari is survived by his soul mate, Anne, of more than 57 years, his son Paul (Michele), daughter Lisa (Bob), son David, grandson Jeremy, granddaughter Alex (Andrew), grandson Joey, and granddaughter Chloe. He was a devoted husband, a loving Dad and a gentle Grandad. Hari had a long, successful career as a Geotechnical Engineer and Consultant. He was well respected in his profession and was a man of integrity. Hari and Anne enjoyed many years golfing, playing bridge and travelling together. He will be deeply missed by his wife, children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews and their children, extended family and dear friends. He will be remembered for the quiet, intelligent, classy gentleman that he was. A memorial service willl be planned at a later date.

JONASSON, Fay Joline (nee Taylor)

We hold you in our hearts forever

A memorial service will be planned at a later date.

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Fay Joline Jonasson (nee Taylor). Born November 3rd, 1931 in South Wales, Passed away November 21, 2021 in Surrey, B.C. Predeceased by husband Howard 2014. Survived by children Patty and Mike (Gill) and grandchildren Katherine and Clayton.

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Colleen at the Irene Thomas Hospice in Ladner, BC, with her beloved husband Ted at her side. Colleen was predeceased by her father Morrey Cain, mother Lil Cain, and her only sibling sister Doris Angus. She is survived by her husband of 63 years Ted, son David (Dianne), daughter Charlene, granddaughter Ashley (Joe), grandson Chad (Chelsea), five great grandchildren Presley, Elliotte, Cole, Logan and Teddy, and sister-in-law Margaret Birdsall.

Colleen loved her family unconditionally and was very proud of them all. Colleen and Ted enjoyed trips to Hawaii and Reno. In retirement they enjoyed many winters RVing in Arizona where they made lifelong friends with people from all over North America. They also spent a good part of their summers at the family Recreational Property on Nicola Lake canoeing and jet skiing. No matter where Colleen was, an afternoon “Happy” hour where she held court was a must. In the early years her hobbies consisted of sewing, knitting, five pin bowling, dancing and then on her 60th birthday she took up the game of golf which she played right up until a year ago. She was quite taken by the fact she was the first Honorary Member of the Ladies Golf Club at the Links at Hampton Cove. Colleen had the uncanny ability to know where, when and what all her family members, friends and neighbours had been up to at all times. She was a kind, hard working and fun loving lady with a heart of gold and a sense of humour and wit second to none. Everyone who met her could not wait to see her again as she truly was a “Character”. She could also be ferocious when the need arose, hence her long and hard fought battle with cancer. The family would like to thank the many Doctors, and nurses who were there for Colleen when needed over the past few years as well as the exceptional care and compassion she received at the Irene Thomas Hospice.

Fay was an avid gardener and loved playing cards with friends and family. She was a poet, a singer and had a deep love for her family, dogs and birds. She loved a good laugh!

A celebration of Colleen’s extraordinary life will be held sometime this spring when restrictions are more favourable.

Fay will be deeply missed. Rest in Peace Mom. Love your Family. X0 There will be a celebration of life, at a later date.

TAYLOR, Colleen Anne February 18, 1939 - December 3, 2021

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BRADLEY, George H. C. George H. C. Bradley, 94, of Delta, B.C., peacefully passed away on December 23rd. George was born in Davidson, Saskatchewan, the youngest in a family of 4 older sisters. He grew up in both England and Canada. George had a distinguished career in the Royal Canadian Air Force, initially as a skilled pilot and later as Air Force Base Commander/Colonel. George was particularly proud of his accomplishments as a Staff Officer attached to US Navy NAS Moffat Field, San Diego and as Canadian Rep for Air Standardization at the Pentagon. In his spare time, he enjoyed exercising and excelled at golf. George was charming and cheerful, developing friendships easily. He was fond of greeting loved ones with a hearty “how are you doing sunshine!”

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A36 The Delta Optimist December 30, 2021

Happy Holidays

This holiday season is unlike any other, to cap off a year unlike any other. Throughout this season, and as we move into a new (and hopefully better) year, we wish you moments of peace amid the difficulties, connections with family and friends even if they can’t be in person, the warmth of memories from holidays past, and wonderful glimpses of the joy that still lives under the surface.

Warmest Wishes! Bob, Linda, Blake & Kali CITY REALTY