Delta Optimist January 5 2023

NOTICEOFFIRST,SECONDANDTHIRDREADINGS

Notice is hereby given that at the Regular Meeting of Council to be held on Monday, January 9, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. in the North Delta Centre for the Arts, Theatre, 11425 84 Avenue, Delta, BC, Delta City Council will consider first, second, and third readings of the following bylaws:

Bylaw No. 8183

File No.: LU009347

Location: 9423, 9433 & 9443 119A Street

Applicant: Jaspal Cheema, Satori Homes Ltd.

Purpose: To rezone the subject properties from Duplex/Single Detached Residential 3 (RD3) to Single Detached Residential 7 (RS7) in order to permit subdivision into five single detached lots. This bylaw is consistent with the Official Community Plan.

A development variance permit is required to vary Section 11.70.8 of “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 7600, 2017” by reducing the minimum lot width for subdivision in the RS7 zone from 11 m to 10.2 m for proposed Lot 1.

BylawNo.8183

Bylaw No. 8192

File No.: LU009328

Location: 7590, 7664 & 7688 80 Street

Applicant: Carl Funk, Beedie (South Perimeter) Holdings Ltd.

Purpose: To rezone the property at 7590 80 Street from Extraction Industrial (I3) to Medium Impact Industrial (I2) to match the zoning of the properties at 7664 and 7688 80 Street in order to consolidate the properties for industrial development. This bylaw is consistent with the Official Community Plan.

A development variance permit is required for the subject properties to vary provisions in “Delta Subdivision and Development Standards Bylaw No. 7162, 2015” to modify the industrial road standard along 80 Street and allow the existing driveway at 7664 80 Street to be retained.

BylawNo 8192

Bylaw No. 8169

File No.: LU009173

Location: 7759 115 Street

Applicant: Sat Mann, S Mann Design Group

Purpose: To rezone the subject property from Single Detached Residential 1 (RS1) to Single Detached Residential 7 (RS7) in order to permit subdivision into two single detached lots. This bylaw is consistent with the Official Community Plan.

BylawNo 8169

Materials related to the bylaw amendments such as the proposed bylaws, detailed maps and other information may be inspected at Delta City Hall, 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, BC, Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. from Thursday, December 29, 2022 to Monday, January 9, 2023.

If you have a question regarding the proposed bylaw amendments or if you would like to inspect any relevant materials, please contact the Community Planning and Development Department by email at cpd@delta.ca or by phone at 604-946-3380

Comments?

Those wishing to provide comment on the proposed bylaw amendments may do so in the followings ways:

Email mayor-council@delta.ca OR Write to:

Mayor and Council

City of Delta 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent Delta, BC V4K 3E2

Correspondence addressed to Council must include your name and full address and will form part of the public record for this bylaw amendment and be published on the City’s website. Correspondence must be received by the Office of the City Clerk no later than 10:00 a.m on Wednesday, January 4, 2023 to be included with the Agenda materials.

SouthDeltacommunitystepsupfor stolenScoutChristmastrees

MARK BOOTH mbooth@delta-optimist com

There has been a big community outpouring in response to a break-in at the 3rd Boundary Bay Scouts’ Christmas Tree Lot

It was back on Dec. 8 when about a dozen trees were stolen from the lot, located in the South Delta Recreation Centre parking lot The estimated retail value was $1,500 and the incident remains under investigation by Delta Police

In its 51st year of operation, the volunteer-run tree lot is a key fundraiser for year-round programs for about 130 local youth When the Optimist ran a front page story on the stolen trees in the Dec 15 edition, the scouts were soon after deluged with financial support.

“When our lot was open we had people donating at 7a m by QR code! There were drive-by donations and many e-transfers A couple that would normally make donations on the other’s behalf as a gift to each other This year they both wanted to support the scouts,” said Natalie Shantz, a parent volunteer who teams up with Dave Riley to orga-

nize the lot

The donations didn’t stop there, though

The scouts met with the Tsawwassen Rotary Club at its Gift of Light holiday display at Diefenbaker Park where members presented them with a cheque for $1,000

It was Rotarians John Anderson and Tom Smith who saw the article in the Optimist and immediately reached out to president Blake Cowan to see if the club could do something.

“We’re so glad that before Christmas we

are able to give a better impression of our community to these fine young people and let them know that their good work is very much appreciated,” said Cowan.

The South Delta Baptist Church pickleball ministry also came forward with a $1,000 cheque The group features more than 150 adults who play out of the church gym four times a week. Its goal is not only to promote the sport, but also provide financial aid to worthwhile causes in the community.

Don, Steven and Andrew Blacklock from Glustich Inc in Tilbury reached out to the scouts to donate $1,500. The Tsawwassen Boundary Bay Lions Club have also contributed $1,000

The donations add up to well beyond the cost of the stolen trees, but will be put to good use

“It’s just been fabulous Over COVID we have not been able to fundraise to our full potential, it was more expensive to operate, and the B.C. gaming grants were affected We are just so thankful to

everyone who is helping us, ” added Shantz

“Scouts is more than camping and wildling sticks. Our program runs the 10 months of the school year. We have weekly meetings and weekend events or camps Youth learn organization, teamwork, leadership, as well as building domestic skills and cooking. Our outdoor adventure badges cover traditional Scouting skills such as orienteering, hiking, winter skills, first aid, climbing, swimming, sailing, and more ”

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Members of the Tsawwassen Rotary Club are pictured with the 3rd Boundary Bay Scouts after presenting them with a donation following the theft of Christmas trees from their fundraising lot in December

Policeinvestigating shootinginTsawwassen Surrey

IAN JACQUES ijacques@delta-optimist com

A youth from Surrey has been arrested in connection to an overnight shooting in South Delta

According to Delta Police, officers responded to reports of shots fired in the 5300 block of 4A Avenue in Tsawwassen around 3:25 a.m. on Dec. 29.

Upon arrival, officers confirmed that shots had been fired into a residence While the home was occupied, the residents were not harmed A youth, known to

the police, was arrested in connection to this shooting event and will be facing several firearms charges. The Youth Criminal Justice Act prohibits the release of information that can lead to the identity of the youth involved

The youth made a brief appearence in Surrey provincial court on Tuesday, Jan. 2. A publication ban is in effect on the release of many details of the case

“Our officers are continuing to investigate,” said Acting Insp. James Sandberg “Although a house appears to be

specifically targeted, the investigators currently believe that this residence and its occupants are a mistaken target.

The occupants are not known to the police and have no apparent connection to organized crime or the youth involved in the shooting

Investigators believe the previous resident of the house was the intended target.”

Officers were on seen for most of the day on Dec. 29 collecting evidence and conducted a door-to-door canvass for video collection and witness identification

City crews getting a handle on pothole problems

SANDOR GYARMATI sgyarmati@delta-optimist com

City of Delta crews have been busy and have made good progress over the past week filling in potholes left behind due to the recent icy roads and colder temperatures.

While snow was pretty much gone in the Lower Mainland last week as temperatures rose and plenty of rain fell, Delta and other communities had to deal with all the potholes that appeared Caused by freezing and thawing, potholes of all sizes, including larger ones, have greeted drivers throughout Ladner, Tsawwassen and North Delta

Residents had also posted on social media warnings about nastylooking potholes

On Twitter last week, the city said that cold weather, followed by

heavy rainfall, created numerous potholes and city staff were actively working on filling them in over.

In an update this Tuesday, Engineering Director Steven Lan said they continued to have a dedicated pothole crew on regular day shift and an overnight crew working on them as well

Crews by that point have filled close to 250 potholes and continued to respond to any new requests from the public.

To report pothole concerns, residents can call the city at 604-9464141, they can use the TalkDelta App or email the engineering department at Engineering@ delta ca

CITY OF DELTA PHOTO

This pothole on 56th Street in Tsawwassen is one of the nasty potholes that have appeared through-

SANDOR GYARMATI sgyarmati@delta-optimist com

Delta homeowners are being warned that the latest assessed values of their homes may not be in line with how the real estate market is currently looking

The BC Assessment authority is saying that, based on trends in the real estate market as of July 1, 2022, most homes are expected to be up in value with the assessment authority’s soon-tobe released 2023 property assessments

“Most homeowners around the province can generally expect about a five to 15 per cent rise in assessment values when they receive their notices in early January,” said Assessor Bryan Murao in a recent news release “I want to emphasize that assessments are based on July 1 values of this year,

meaning that when similar properties were sold up to and around July 1, those market value sales are used to calculate your assessed value

“Since July 1, we know that the real estate market has changed as interest rates continue to rise and overall sales volume has declined As a result, your next property assessment will likely be higher than what the current market value might be, but that will be the same for everyone. ”

Delta house prices have fallen this year. The latest city property tax increase is based on assessed values as of July 1, 2022, but prices continued to slide since then

Delta council recently approved a 4.9 per cent property tax increase for next year.

For an average residential home with a change in value in line

with the overall Delta average, the increase in 2023 property taxes is approximately $126

That amount doesn’t include what other taxing authorities, including TransLink, will charge According to Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) numbers this summer, the benchmark price for a single-detached house in Ladner in July 2022 was $1,460,300. That was down from the previous month as prices steadily inched downward over several months, but it was still up 15 6 per cent compared to July 2021.

The benchmark price for a detached house in Tsawwassen in July 2022 was $1,595,700, also down the previous month, but still up 13 6 per cent compared to July 2021

DPDlookingatoptions fornon-emergencycalls

SANDOR GYARMATI sgyarmati@delta-optimist com

The Delta Police Department (DPD) may expand its non-emergency call taking pilot program to be a 24/7 service and make it permanent

In a pilot project, launched in December 2021, DPD assumed responsibility from E-Comm of answering non-emergency calls between 7 a m and 7 p.m. daily.

Non-emergency calls from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. continued to be transferred to E-Comm.

In his report to the Delta Police Board on Dec 14, Chief Neil Dubord said the pilot project results indicate that the DPD has provided better service to the community through this in-house, non-emergency call-taking model

His report notes that 7,515 calls for service were generated through DPD staff answering non-emergency calls

between January and November 2022.

Moreover, the DPD has received no complaints about wait times

Saying the program has been working “ exceptionally well” without the need for additional personnel, Dubord said the department is considering several options for 2023 including taking non-emergency calls until midnight or even 24/7

He also said E-Comm has suggested that it takes all of the DPD’S non-emergency calltaking or none of it, forcing the department to take over 24/7 in order to provide the same level of service it’s been able to provide.

“But their intention, at this point in time, that we heard from E-Comm is that 10 o ’clock in the evening, they would shut down non-emergency call taking and either direct people to 911 or direct people to online reporting, which we are

not confident would meet our expectation at this time,” he told the board.

His report says that to ensure standardized and responsive call-taking services for Delta citizens, the DPD has established service standards for E-Comm to answer 88 percent of emergency calls within 10 seconds and 80 per cent of nonemergency calls within three minutes

Things haven’t worked out as expected, he said

“There have been concerns with E-Comm consistently not meeting the established service standards and service levels declining. The DPD has received complaints from citizens about long wait times to speak with a call taker, resulting in callers abandoning the call Multiple meetings between DPD and E-Comm Management have not produced a viable solution,” Dubord said in his report to the board

According to the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board (FVRB) this summer, the benchmark price for a detached house in North Delta in July 2022 was $1,412,500 That benchmark at the time had also been declining over the previous months, but the benchmark was still up 13 per cent compared to July 2021

By November 2022, prices continued to slip as the market was lagging more than usual in Delta and the Lower Mainland, according to the REBGV, which noted last month’s home sale and listing totals lagged below the region’s long-term averages.

All British Columbia property owners will receive their annual property assessment notices in the next week or so

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What’sin storein2023?

IAN JACQUES

As we close the books on 2022 and open 2023, it is a good time to take a few moments to reflect on 2022 and see what could be in store in 2023 here in Delta

There are several key development decisions on the horizon

Starting next week, the city begins the in-person consultation for a proposal to develop the Dunbar Lumber site in Ladner Village There will be two public consultations this month, while residents can also voice their concerns, ideas and thoughts online at: https://letstalk delta ca/

There is also a consultation on several development applications in Tsawwassen with public hearings upcoming Again, get engaged and let your voices be heard

On the environmental front, we are awaiting decisions on the Fortis Tilbury LNG project as well as Roberts Bank T2 – projects that have certainly sparked a lot of conversation in the past year. We have covered both extensively in the pages of the Optimist while residents have expressed support and non-support on our letters pages. I suspect that this chatter will continue in 2023 whether these projects are approved or not.

As COVID pandemic restrictions were lifted in 2022, we saw the return of many much-beloved community events – the May Days festival, Boundary Bay Airshow and Tsawwassen Sun Festival – just to name a few I look forward to these events and others continuing in 2023 They are fantastic events that bring our community together

And bringing our community together even more in 2023 is a responsibility for all of us

There are many major issues that will re-shape our community There will be people that will not be in favour of some of these changes, while others will welcome them with open arms.

Let’s respect the differing opinions and not let those differing opinions divide us Let’s continue to make Delta the wonderful community that it is Happy New Year!

The sun rises on 2023

Happy New Year, and welcome to 2023!

We can finally put 2022 behind us, and look forward to the new year ahead

At the beginning of the year, as I prepare to get my taxes in order, I usually get to review what happened so many months ago. Think back to the beginning of 2022 we weren’t still locked down, but pretty close to it I was teaching remotely, about a month away from stepping back into the classroom and seeing people in person Well, almost, we were still all wearing masks.

Interest rates were at all-time lows. Gas prices were stable. We could finally cross the border by land, just fill out an app before coming back or you ’ re in big trouble Get your shot(s) The world was at relative peace

All seems like a bit of paradise when you look back, doesn’t it?

Since then, war has broken out in Ukraine and gas prices shot to new, ridiculously high levels With that increase,

everything else started to go up as well, and inflation took hold To combat inflation, interest rates jumped by four per cent between March and December Food prices have jumped, but wages for many haven’t kept pace

Come to think of it, 2022 was a pretty crappy year, after two crappy years before it. Top it all off with a real Canadian winter, and we should be really looking forward to 2023

So how is 2023 starting off? Well gas prices have dropped a lot, even lower than they were at the beginning of last year I still don’t understand how the pricing works At one point

last week, I saw gas at $155.9 in Richmond, and $170 9 in Tsawwassen. Weird.

We welcomed 2023 with much milder weather, the snow is gone, a little localized flooding, but nothing too serious The King Tide was more of a tourist attraction than anything else, bringing Global TV out to Boundary Bay a couple times, just in case. But nothing happened, so they left

The war continues, but the effect on the world has been absorbed, so we go on with our lives as they bravely fight for their homeland.

So next January, when I start assembling my 2023 taxes, I wonder what I’ll see then? What does 2023 hold in store for us?

The sun came up this morning There’s hope for us after all Brad Sherwin, MBA is a long-time resident of South Delta, and has over 30 years ’ experience in marketing, public relations and business strategy. He teaches post-secondary marketing, coaches hockey goalies and is Past President of Deltassist

Disappointedtosee‘no parking’signs

Editor:

We were disappointed to see no parking signs at the west end of River Road

Why is this necessary when there is ample space for vehicles to park off-road without impeding access?

We are aware (and have witnessed) that at certain times of the year parking has been a problem due to the attraction of large numbers of ‘birders’ The newly constructed parking area will help to mitigate this, although it is not of suf-

ficient capacity to deal with the problem fully Local residents already know to avoid the area at peak times

The new parking area is not a good solution for locals who regularly use Brunswick Point for dog walking, hunting and bird watching Plus, it adds 2.2 km to access the trail at the end of the road. This surely is not practical for older people and those with hunting or photographic equipment

Our suggestion is to make the parking avail-

able as before, or limit the parking time to three hours, restrict it to Monday to Friday only, or change the signs to ‘Delta resident permit holders only’ and create a parking pass that people could obtain from city hall.

The present situation seems to appease the complaints of a small number of residents at the end of the road and ignores the needs of locals who want to enjoy the beauty of the Brunswick Point trail.

Paul Freeman

More thoughts on the Massey Tunnel

Editor:

Re: Glad we still have the tunnel (letters, Optimist, Dec 29)

In reference to this recent letter, here is another option: build the 10-lane bridge that has already been approved and ready to go, that was

only going to cost $2.8 billion

Keep the old tunnel one side for pedestrians and cyclists and the other side for busses and emergency vehicles Then we have five regular lanes each direction on the bridge, not three lanes in

rush hour like we have now and with the NDP’s new eight-lane tunnel they have proposed, which will never be approved five to 10 years from now

How many billions will it cost by then?

Steve Williamson

Paterson Park is going to the dogs

Editor:

Following a public consultation process, council OK’d the design for the project in June for this enclosed off-leash dog area

What percentage of Ladner’s/Delta population was involved in this consultation?

There have been many public consultations regarding issues in Delta that impacted human lives, which were absolutely ignored by Delta council

Dog owners have choices They chose to own a dog and the responsibilities that go with owning a pet.

As W V Fulcher’s let-

ter in the Dec. 22 edition stated, we have experienced high inflation issues, increase in interest rate, plus the pandemic These have caused a lot of financial, emotional trauma to many Delta residents and now the increase in property taxes, 4 9 per cent

We have had no choice in these matters, however, council have the ability to make choices regarding issues that impact the residents of Delta

It is obvious by this recent choice, to take a piece of property, bought by Delta taxes, spend more tax money on developing the property,

plus $237,000 for this facility, plus the cost of regular maintenance for an enclosed off-leash dog park These are the choices that this council makes as a priority for the use of taxes and a justification for the need to increase our property taxes

Apparently the city’s current capital plan said the community wants the City of Delta to create additional off-leash dog enclosures Council should be making choices for tax income that are absolutely necessary at this time and that benefit most Delta residents, not only a few.

Margaret Mikulik

PublicmeetingssetforJanuaryonLadnerVillageproposal

SANDOR GYARMATI sgyarmati@delta-optimist com

The City of Delta has announced the dates for a pair of public information meetings on a proposed major redevelopment proposal in Ladner Village.

The Dunbar Lumber site at the corner of Bridge and Elliott streets is proposed to be transformed into a six-storey, mixed-use project The new development includes a courtyardstyle building with com-

mercial space and parking on the ground floor, parking on the second floor and residential on the remaining four levels

Having been revised since it was originally submitted last year, the proposal by Headwater Living Inc includes 129 condo units

The first meeting will be held next Wednesday (Jan 11) at the Ladner Community Centre (4734-51 St ) main hall, from 5 to 7 p.m.

The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday,

Jan 17 at the Ladner Community Centre’s multi-purpose room, also from 5 to 7 p.m.

When the application was submitted last year, it required an Official Community Plan amendment, however, that’s no longer the case, as council has since approved major changes to the Ladner Village Area Plan. The changes include allowing increased density and building heights up to six storeys in certain parts of the village area.

It means the proposed development would adhere to the revised OCP, so a public hearing would not be required The province recently introduced a series of measures aimed at cities being able to further streamline their development approval processes for housing projects Council recently approved the public consultation process for the Dunbar site application, one that won’t include a public hearing Coun. Alicia Guichon voted in opposition, saying the city still has the option to hold public hearings for rezoning projects that comply with the OCP, and residents likely had an expectation one would be held for what will be a “flagship” redevelopment for the village.

She told the Optimist that all opportunities to hear from the public would benefit new councillors as well as making sure the residents felt heard on the OCP change for such a pivotal project Guichon, who also

voted in opposition to the OCP amendments last December, said she acknowledges six-storeys is permitted under the new OCP, but her biggest concern is the design, which needs a heritage feel that blends with the unique character of the area

Encouraging residents to learn more about the project and attend the

information meetings to provide input, Guichon said, “A six-storey building can be designed in such a way that it doesn’t look like it’s six-storeys. Let’s do this right”

Residents can also provide online feedback until Jan. 22. Residents can also contact planner Paul Belzile at 604-9523155 for more information

FILE PHOTO

An artist’s rendering of the proposed development for the Dunbar Lumber site in Ladner Village.

NOTICE OF PROPOSAL TO DISCHARGE LAND USE CONTRACTS

Notice is hereby given that at the Regular Meeting of Council to be held on Monday, January 9, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. in the North Delta Centre for the Arts, Theatre, 11425 84 Avenue, Delta, BC and by electronic means as authorized by the Council Procedure Bylaw No. 5000, Delta City Council will consider first, second, and third readings of the following bylaws to discharge land use contracts:

Land Use Contract Discharge

Bylaw No 8193

Location: 61 Alpenwood Lane

File No.: LU009482

Purpose: To discharge Land Use Contract S A No 2886 for the subject property in order to permit construction of a new single detached residential dwelling with an in-ground basement This bylaw is consistent with Delta’s Official Community Plan

Bylaw No. 8193

Land Use Contract Discharge Bylaw No. 8194

Location: 5205 4 Avenue

File No.: LU009480

Purpose: To discharge Land Use Contract S A No 2629 for the subject property in order to permit construction of a secondary suite within the existing dwelling. This bylaw is consistent with Delta’s Official Community Plan

Bylaw No. 8194

Land Use Contract Discharge Bylaw No. 8170

Location: 11900 Sunwood Place

File No.: LU009457

Purpose: To discharge Land Use Contract S A No 3413 for the subject property in order to permit construction of a secondary suite within the existing dwelling. This bylaw is consistent with Delta’s Official Community Plan.

Bylaw No. 8170

Land Use Contract Discharge Bylaw No. 8210

Location: 5740 Goldenrod Crescent

File No.: LU009474

Purpose: To discharge Land Use Contract S.A. No. 3158 for the subject property in order to permit the existing secondary suite within the existing dwelling This bylaw is consistent with Delta’s Official Community Plan

Bylaw No. 8210

Community

Hereishowyoucandispose ofyourChristmastree

IAN JACQUES ijacques@delta-optimist com

Looking for ways to get rid of your Christmas tree?

There are several ways to do so here in Delta.

Delta’s Lions Clubs will once again be hosting their annual Christmas tree chipping events. The service is provided by donation, with all proceeds going back to causes within the community. The events will take place in Ladner, North Delta, and Tsawwassen this weekend on Saturday, Jan 7 and Sunday, Jan 8 from 9 a m to 4 p m both

days at Memorial Park in Ladner, South Delta Recreation Centre in Tsawwassen and Sungod Recreation Centre in North Delta Curbside collection

Live trees can be put out alongside your Green Can materials on collection day.

Make sure that large trees are cut in half to

make it easier for collection crews.

Tree drop-off Delta residents can drop off yard trimmings, including live Christmas trees, for free at GFL Environmental (4295 72 Street, Ladner).

For hours of operation, please contact the facility directly at 604-9460201.

Enter the world of landscape photography

Delta Photo Club is pleased to begin 2023 with a presentation on “A World of Landscape Photography” with U K photographer David Clapp

The presentation will be from 9 to 11 a m on Saturday, Jan 7 via Zoom

Clapp will demonstrate his mindset behind his worldwide landscape photography.

A professional landscape, architecture, and travel photographer for 15 years, his approach is as much psychological as it is technical Expect extensive behind the scenes knowledge and compositional advice, using examples of images from all over the world as well as his local patch of Dartmoor. We look forward to enjoying a collection of some of

his finest moments See more at: https://www. davidclapp co uk/portfolio

The zoom link for the workshop will be sent in on Friday, Jan 6 evening

To attend this workshop, become a member of the Delta Photo Club by filling out the membership form at http:// deltaphotoclub.com/ member-sign-up-form

You can also attend as a guest by sending an email transfer of $10 to treasurer@deltaphotoclub.com by noon Friday, Jan 6 Please include your name, email address, and Club affiliation with the transfer

Should you have any questions about the DPC or using the Zoom platform, email president@ deltaphotoclub.com.

-Submitted by Delta Photo Club

We are five days into the new year, and many of us are thinking of new goals as we get into 2023 We should remember not to leave God out of our plans

All these years we have observed various changes, but God remains the same and His promises remain the same. We should never make the mistake of thinking that we can go into the New Year alone without God. Without His presence, we will be wandering into the wilderness of 2023 lonely and anxious

This reminds me of the Israelites’ attitude on their pilgrimage to the Promised Land God decided to abandon them because they had become stiff-necked and rebellious Moses clearly understood the predicament of continuing on the journey without God He

sought God and he was relentless in petitioning God to go with them.

‘The Lord replied, “My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest” (Exodus 33:14)

The presence of the Lord was unique and powerful because it made the Israelites distinct from those nations around them If God was not with them they would have remained lost and wandering in

the wilderness

As we venture into 2023 let us ask for God’s presence to go with us so that we can overcome anxieties and fears. Yes, there will be times when we will feel like we will not make it but we should take heart knowing Jesus will never leave us nor forsake us for he says ‘ And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age. ’ (Matthew 28:20)

God’s presence will make 2023 bearable He knows our fears and anxieties and He knows us personally by name and He cares for our needs We wouldn’t want to venture into 2023 without Him Let us remember this wonderful promise of His presence in Exodus 33:14 “My Presence will go with you. ”

Have a blessed 2023 filled with God’s presence

MAKE 2023 YOUR YEAR FOR RADIANT HEALTH AND VIBRANT ENERGY

Health & Fitness

Some dos & dont’s to help ensure a healthy weight loss

Maintaining a healthy weight promotes long-term health

Being overweight or obese are risk factors for various conditions, including type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. The World Health Organization reports that the worldwide obesity rate has tripled since 1975. In 2016, more than 1 9 billion adults were overweight Of these, more than 650 million were obese

Health issues related to obesity are largely preventable. Losing weight in a healthy manner is essential for safe and lasting results. Individuals aspiring to lose weight can follow these guidelines on what to do and what not to do.

small and gradually build up

Do eat at least four servings of vegetables and three servings of fruits daily: Produce contains an abundance of vital nutrients and is often fiber-rich and low in calories, which helps you to feel full.

Don’t overlook the impact of beverages on weight loss: The calories in sugary beverages, including some allnatural fruit juices, can add up quickly Stick to water, tea or other unsweetened beverages to help with weight loss

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• Tuesday 2-3 pm February 7, 14, 21, 28 $163 + $15 for workbook = $178

REGISTER OR FOR MORE INFORMATION Call 604.943.8823

• Email admin@twconline.ca • www.twcpilates.com

Or drop in for a tour: #120- 5133 Springs Blvd,Tsawwassen Springs Clubhouse.

Do add lean protein sources to your diet: Healthline indicates the body burns calories when digesting and metabolizing protein, so a high-protein diet can help to shed up to 80 to 100 calories per day Protein also helps you to feel full, reducing the propensity to overeat

Don’t get hung up on numbers early on: Modest weight loss of five to 10 percent of your total body weight is bound to produce health benefits, such as improvements in blood sugar levels, cholesterol and blood pressure Start

Do get moving more: Getting moving can help burn off the excess calories you can’t cut through diet alone. Exercise boosts metabolism and benefits mood and strengthens muscles and the cardiovascular system as well

Don’t go shopping while hungry: If you do, you may make impulse buys that compromise healthy eating plans

Do speak with a doctor if you are vetting diet and exercise plans: A healthcare professional can assist you by indicating if a particular diet or fitness routine is acceptable for your age, goals and current health status

Losing weight in a healthy manner is achievable when you seek guidance and follow some time-tested techniques -Metro Creative

LEARN PILATES – A workout that strengthens and lengthens your body

Benefits of building a strong core

Fitness professionals recognize the importance of a well-balanced workout. Much like a diet that includes foods from each of the major food groups can provide the balance of nutrients and vitamins bodies need to achieve optimal health, a workout routine that includes an assortment of strength and cardiovascular exercises is the recipe for a fit and healthy body

Core exercises are a vital component of a well-rounded workout Core exercises can help individuals build sculpted abdominal muscles, and while that’s a goal for many core devotees, the benefits of core exercises extend well beyond the cosmetic.

Build a strong, healthy back: The International Association For the Study of Pain reports that lower back pain has been the leading cause of years lived with disability across the globe since 1990 Lower back pain can be debilitating, but core exercises strengthen muscles in the core, including those in the back. The Mayo Clinic notes that core exercises train muscles in the pelvis, lower back, hips, and abdomen to work together, creating greater balance and stability and contributing to a healthy back

Make daily life easier: Individuals may not realize it, but their cores play a vital role in performing a great number

of daily tasks Core muscles are activated when doing everything from taking out the trash to getting dressed If those muscles are weak, the cumulative effect of that weakness can add up and contribute to aches, pains and other health problems Strong core muscles make daily tasks easier and less taxing on the body, providing both short- and long-term benefits

Become a better athlete: Core training has long been a key component of professional athletes’ exercise regimens, and it’s just as beneficial to amateur athletes as well. A strong core powers a host of athletic activities, including golf, tennis, cycling, running, swimming, and team sports like baseball and volleyball. A strong core also benefits outdoor enthusiasts who love to kayak and hike difficult terrain

Sculpt abdominals: The cosmetic benefits of building a strong core should not be overlooked, as individuals might gain additional motivation to keep exercising and eating right when they see desirable results in the mirror Core exercises strengthen and sculpt abdominal muscles, creating a win-win situation for anyone who wants to get healthy and look good doing it

Core exercises are vital to building a healthier, stronger body

-Metro Creative

The Saturday RunClub starting January 7th at 8:00 am. is designed to help anyone train towards a Half Marathon or a 10k race

There are several pace groups available for the Half Marathon whether you want to improve your time or just complete your first Half

The 10 km group is a slow base building run design to help you complete your first 10km race or just get you fit $150 00 for the year This includes the Tuesday night workouts as well

Our Tuesday night clinic offers groups for runners (and walkers) of all levels you are looking to begin your journey in the sport, step your distance up, or set a new Personal Best in your next race, The Runinn will be there to offer coaching and support every step of the journey

Our groups that meet on Tuesday Nights at 6:30 are: Walking Group- power walk for 40- 50 mins with leaders to help you

Learn to Run- this is your couch to 5km training group for beginners

8km group- takes you from 20 mins of running to completing an 8km distance

Pace Groups. - speed and strength workouts to help get you faster There are four pace groups available for these groups $60 00 for 12 weeks

Registration for both clinics can be completed online or in the store!

If you are looking to gain an edge in your training or simply trying to find a way to be social and stay fit you will find a warm welcome at The Runinn!

Sponsored by:

Contact Mark at mbooth@deltaoptimist com or 604-946-4451

Formerprolacrossestartakeson developmentroleinhisnewhometown

MARK BOOTH mbooth@delta-optimist com

A decorated former National Lacrosse League player, that now calls Tsawwassen home, is thrilled with the opportunity to make a difference with Canada’s official national summer sport in his own backyard Garrett Billings has made a major impact at all levels of the game

He came through Langley Minor Lacrosse and helped the Burnaby Lakers win the Minto Cup, playing alongside Ladner’s own Gary Bining. He also thrived in the field version of the sport, earning a full-ride scholarship to NCAA powerhouse University of Virginia where he won a national championship

He then was selected sixth overall in the 2009 NLL Entry Draft by the Toronto Rock where he enjoyed five outstanding seasons that included earning First Team All-Pro status for three consecutive years from 2012 to 2014 when he compiled a whopping 315 points Billings went on to play for New England, Vancouver, San Diego and Buffalo before retiring in 2020

Now with a young family, the 36-year-old has taken on a role with the Delta Minor Lacrosse Association (DMLA), overseeing grassroots player development.

He can’t wait to get to work right here at home

“Delta has such a great history with lacrosse There are some great players that have come out

of here like (Vancouver Warriors stars) Logan Schuss and Mitch Jones as well as others around the league My belief is you have got to build it up right from the bottom Get our numbers up and make our program super tight,” said Billings “My goal is to just get those grassroots programs really dialed in, so

when your kid signs up to play lacrosse, it’s the best experience in sports he or she has ever had. It has them talking to all their friends too.

“I think lacrosse is so unique There’s no other sport where you are just so connected to another person that plays a game, whether they’re on the

other side of the country or the continent It seems like you are one degree of separation from anybody that plays lacrosse

That’s really cool I think it’s an amazing opportunity for the kids and Delta to be a part of”

DMLA is already taking advantage of year-round play at the Delta Sport Court in Ladner by holding free weekly box lacrosse skill sessions.

The association is also making a big effort to bring new players on board

They have partnered up with the Warriors for a program that will see pro players visiting schools for an introduction to the game The stops include: Cliff Drive Elementary (Jan. 9), Ladner Elementary (Jan 16), Hawthorne Elementary (Jan 23), South Park Elementary (Jan 30), Sunshine Hills Elementary (Feb 6) and Holly Elementary (Feb 13)

Those presentations will coincide with Billings hosting a pair of free Try Lacrosse Days at the Ladner Sport Court from noon to 2 p.m. on Jan. 21 and Feb 18

“No equipment is required All they have to do is show up and I will teach them how to play lacrosse,” assured Billings.

Tsawwassen’s McMillan helps Swiss team win Spengler Cup

MARK BOOTH mbooth@delta-optimist com

Tsawwassen’s Brandon McMillan concluded 2022 by helping his Swiss hockey team produce one of its biggest wins in franchise history

McMillan’s Ambri-Piotta captured the Spengler Cup with a 3-2 shootout win over Czech-based Sparta Prague on Saturday in Davos, Switzerland.

It was the club’s first championship of any kind since the 2000 International Ice Hockey Federation’s (IIHF) Continental Cup in 2000. Ambri-Piotta has never won the National League Championship and last captured the Swiss Cup in 1962

The 32-year-old forward from Tsawwassen took his professional career to Switzerland’s National League after an extensive stint in Russia’s Kontinental

Hockey League (KHL) where he played seven seasons on three different teams, including three years with Riga Dynamo

The South Delta Minor Hockey product enjoyed a standout junior career in the Western Hockey League with the Kelowna Rockets, winning the Ed Chynoweth Cup back in 2009 A year later, he played for Canada at the World U20 Championships, compiling

eight points in six games while earning a silver medal

After being selected in the third round by Anaheim in the 2008 NHL Entry Draft, McMillan played 91 games over three seasons with the Ducks before two more NHL stops in Arizona and Vancouver.

He then took his career overseas, spending a year in Germany with Ingolstadt before heading to the KHL

DEBORAH ROBINSON/GETTY IMAGES

Brandon McMillan

MARK BOOTH PHOTO

Former three-time National Lacrosse League First Team All-Pro and Tsawwassen resident Garrett Billings at the new Delta Sport Court where he will be teaching the game to youngsters.

COORDINATOR

FRAILTY HEALTH COACHING STUDY

Seeking an individual to assist the Director to implement a study testing an intervention to slow down and/or prevent the progression of frailty

The study will take place in the Fraser Health Region between Feb 2023 and April 2024 with the possibility of an extension The research design will be a waitlist RCT involving two groups (60 in each group) of older persons with questionnaires completed at three time points.

Candidate duties will include:

• Recruitment activities

• Explaining the study to interested persons

• Distribution and collection of Consent Forms and questionnaires

• Distribution and collection of assistive devices (i e , watch and sleep pad) to and from study participants

• Pairing coaches with participants

Candidate qualifications:

• University degree in the field of healthcare

• Healthcare planning experience

• Experience working with community groups in the volunteer sector

• Familiarity with chronic health conditions

TAKE NOTICE THAT on November 15, 2022, an Order was made for alternate service upon you of a Notce of Civil Clam issued from Vancouver Regstry Supreme Court of Britsh Columba n action number VLC-S-S-221432 by way of this advertisement

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FARLOW, Shirley

Shrley grew up in East Vancouver, attending Lord Selkirk Elementary and Templeton High As a young woman her passion was women s softball, payng wel into her thirtes with her two sons in tow She was active in the Victoria Drive Girls Softbal league as a coach and on their executive She loved al sports, participating in bowling, curlng, gof, even sparing on her sons’ slow pitch team When caled upon she kept score for Ladner’s Mxed Slow Pitch league wel into her late seventies When Shirey couldn’t play sports, she enoyed attending her grandchldren’s sportng events (lacrosse, soccer and baseball) Dave and Shrley loved to get away to their property n Birch Bay, Snowbirding to E Centro Calfornia and traveling thru out BC and USA campng and fishng n their motorhome They were active members of the Rusty Hinges swm cub and volunteered at the McKee Senior Centre

Nana Farlow wil be greaty missed by her two sons Ric (Chere), Stephen (Brenda); grandchldren Fraser and Rchele; and 7 great-grandkids Heartfelt grattude is expressed to the dedicated staff at the Czorny Azhemer’s Centre for ther kndness and compassion No servce by request, donations can be made to Delta Hospita Foundation or Czorny Alzheimer’s Centre

WELCH, Michelle

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Shrley Barbara Farow on December 27, 2022, at the age of 88 years Predeceased by her parents: Mel and Alce Hutchison sster June Arnold and husband David Farow (2018)

REMEMBRANCES

OBITUARIES

HOOD, Marlene Lucille

August 29, 1935 - December 27, 2022

Marlene Lucile Hood born on August 29th 1935 in Vancouver, BC passed away peacefuly at the age of 87 on December 27, 2022, after a lengthy lness

She moved to Tsawwassen in the early 1960’s to raise her two daughters, Cathy and Zena Workng at the Pilar’s Inn front desk when the hote first opened and after at the Tsawwassen Inn

Mom was known for her classy and fashonable stye

One of our fondest memores was asking her to play Robins Return on the pano She woud master t wth grace and ease

Christmas Eve was always a celebrated event at Mom’s house, with fond memores filed wth ove and magc for everyone, especialy the grandchidren Santa Claus woud always drop by Marlene is reunted with her brother Gordon Brett who passed away earler this year on May 27th

She wll be ovingy remembered by her daughters Cathy Trafford and Zena Carter, grandchldren Jeffrey and Ryan Trafford, Garret and Meagan Carter, great grandchldren Jayce and Audrey

A specia thank you to Wendy and Bob Marsh, for their frendshp and support

The famly would like to extend heartfet gratitude to the staff at the Irene Thomas Hospice

If you wsh, donations in Marene’s memory can be made to the Delta Hosptal and Community Health Foundation - Irene Thomas Hospice Fund

There wil be no service by request

It is with great sadness that we announce the passng of our wfe, mother and grandmother, Larane Lee on the morning of December 21, 2022 Larane passed peacefuly at the Resdence at Morgan Heights wth her family by her side Left to mourn are husband, Hans, children John (Jody), Cathy (Jodi) and Tracy (Gord), grandchidren Katlyn, Qunn, Jordan, Jenna, Emmett and Isabel aong with extended famiy and friends

Larane was born in Vancouver to Leo and Marore Le Galais and met lifeong friends durng her school years at St Patrck Larane met Hans fel in love and married in 1965 They lved n remote towns on Vancouver Island before settlng in Ladner BC to rase ther three chidren Laraine spent most of those years supportng her kds in their schooing and sportng endeavors and becomng a member of the Sacred Heart communty As the kids grew older, she reentered the workforce in the purchasng and adminstraton offices at the Vancouver Internatonal Arport (YVR) creating many new frendships and astng memores

The famiy woud like to thank the administration and staff at the Residence at Morgan Heights for their care and compassion during her short stay with them

A funeral service for Larane wil be hed wil be held on Frday, January 20th at 11:00am at Sacred Heart Parsh, 3900 Arthur Dr, Deta, BC V4K 3N2

Condolences may be offered at www deltafunera ca

Delta Funera Home 604 946 6040

McDONALD, Robert Strong (Bob)

Robert Strong (Bob) McDonald, passed away early on January 1st, 2023, age 91

Lovingy remembered by sons; Jim (Debbie), Robert, James, daughters; Raja and Jode, sisters Peggy (Joe) Steves Pat Hurd nieces nephews and extended famly

Bob was born on January 18, 1931 n Cerea, Aberta and grew up n McBride B C One year he decided to jump the train and head to Vancouver to get a trade, and he did Bob was a very proud 60+ member of UA Loca 170 Pumbers & Pipefitters He was a bit of a workaholic and has worked al over B C and Alberta

In the early 1960’s he buit the famiy home in Ladner where the children were rased His heart belonged to McBride and the many lifeong frends he made there and consdered t home Many wonderfu trps were made up to McBride in the shadow of Mt Robson

Bob moved to Chiliwack, and even wel into retirement he aways had hs work boots at the ready to head to the next bg job

Our heartfet thanks go to the staff at Mountain Veiw Care Centre, for the great care and support he received there

No servce by request

A ceebration of life wl take place on February 19th, 2023 at 2:00pm, Roya Canadan Legon Branch #289 Tsawwassen, 22-1835 56th Street, Delta B C

EVANS, Barbara

February 3, 1947 - December 25, 2022

It s with great sadness and much love that we sad goodbye to Barbara on December 25th, 2022 in Cumberand, BC

Born n Hannover, Germany on February 3, 1947, Barb immgrated to the UK at the age of 5, landng n Swansea Wales After marryng Aan and startng a famiy, the alure of a new adventure saw the family mmigrate to Canada in 1979 setting down n Ladner In 2010, Barb and Aan relocated to Cumberand to reax and enjoy retrement

To say that Barb oved anmals would be an understatement There was never a time when cats or dogs were not part of her mmediate famly Barb s predeceased by her husband Alan, and mother Hega, and survived by her brother Tony, sister Christine, daughter Amanda, son Alan (Pia), and grandchidren Ryan Lucy and Megan

Barb dd not wish to have a servce In ieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice

The famiy wished to thank the staff of the North Island Hospita, Comox Valey for their thoughtfu care and compasson on Barb’s last days

John Frederick 1946 - 2022

Our brother and uncle, John, ded in the eary morning hours of December 21, 2022

He was a unque person: curmudgeonly, bright, funny, with dosyncratc ways and a sweet smile

He had a long-standing nterest n and knowledge of cassical musc and enoyed attendng VSO concerts He took a keen interest in U S and internatonal poltics

In recent years, Word Cup soccer hed his focus And in the last few months, Downton Abbey repeats were a source of calm and reassurance

He s survived by his ssters, Judy Kicup (Gerry) and Shar Bender; his nece, Kristine Silva (Daryl); and his great nece, Cerra Siva and great nephews, Tyer and Jaxon Slva

We mourn him and grieve his loss

Me, on or about the 16th of December

Mel was born n Vancouver and grew up n Ladner, attending Ladner Elementary School and Deta Secondary School, where he began his interest in muscal theatre, even producing his own pay

After hgh school, he attended Dougas Colege and eventually moved to Toronto where he work shopped one of his plays with James Doohan of Star Trek fame In 1991 he made the move to London, England, where he spent the rest of his life While there, he earned a masters degree in muscal theatre at Godsmth Unversity He worked many years in the theatre business there, including his most recent job at stage door for the Duchess Theatre n the west end, while also wrtng severa books on muscal theatre, famly hstory and one on his adventure in oning the circus in Tawan He wrote the music for a producton of “A Little Princess” and for “O! Pioneers” both of which were produced off Broadway in New York severa years ago

Mel was a gentle soul who loved cats, trans, wrting, family and wil be sorey missed by his ssters, Beverley Beese (Bil) and Mariyn Atkey, as wel as hs nece, Erin Beese (Chrstan Zuger) and nephew, Chrstopher Beese (Sarah Rivest) and many cousns

LEE, Laraine Frances Mary (Le Gallais) November 15, 1945 - December 21, 2022

BENDER,