Delta Optimist June 8 2023

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MARK BOOTH

mbooth@delta-optimist com

Delta’s voice was loud and strong in support of the 2SLGTBQ+ community as Pride Month kicked off with the raising of the Progress Pride Flag at city hall on Thursday morning (June 1).

In a show of solidarity, city council members, leaders, first responders and staff members looked on as city manager Sean McGill and Mayor George Harvie welcomed representatives from the Delta Pride Society, Ladner United Church and Sher Vancouver

“This flag is a symbol of inclusivity, diversity, equality and the community By raising the Progress Pride flag at city hall each June and

having rainbow banners displayed on street poles throughout Delta, we hope to send a clear message to the community that hate and discrimination against people because of who they are, or who they love or whom they love will not be tolerated,” said McGill.

“Pride Month represents a time of celebration, reflection and unity, a time when we come together to honour the struggles and triumphs of the pride community and to reaffirm our commitment to creating a more inclusive society, a solid society that celebrates diversity for all as we raise the Progress Pride flag,” said Harvie.

“May this flag serve as a reminder that Delta stands tall, and stands strong in its commitment

to equality, inclusion, diversity and love May this flag fly high and proud.”

Among those to express their appreciation of the city’s support was Delta Pride committee member and 20-plus resident Jenn Curll

“I have been out as a proud member of the community since I was a teenager, but I really didn’t feel like I could be myself in a lot of respects I didn’t know how much I needed to see my community represented here until that very first (Pride) picnic happened here. Then the flag and all the banners, it just sort of overwhelms the heart,” said Curll.

“I’m just a person like you I just want to be safe and happy. When I get to see rainbow flags

everywhere, it makes me feel like that’s okay I can just be myself just the same as you want to

be yourself. I just want to celebrate a lot of the same things but with more colour and pizzazz,

maybe. I get to do that really safely here and it’s really because of all of you. ”

MARK BOOTH PHOTO

With councillors Jennifer Johal, Dan Boisvert, along with representatives from Delta Pride Society, Sher Vancouver, Ladner United Church and Delta’s Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism Committee, Mayor George Harvie raises the Progress Pride Flag at municipal hall on June 1 to launch Pride Month.

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UPFRONT Policeinvestigatingchurchvandalismasahatecrime

IAN JACQUES

ijacques@delta-optimist com

The vandalism of Ladner United Church on May 31 is being investigated as a hate crime

As first reported by the Optimist, an unknown person(s) threw black paint, with a specific concentration of paint on the windows directly in front of displayed Progress and Pride flags.

“These flags are symbolic representations of the 2SLGBTQI+ community and their allies and serve as a source of identity and support for many individuals,” said Delta Police in a news release “Defacing or damaging these flags is illegal, disrespectful, and deeply hurtful to the 2SLGBTQI+ community. In this instance, it is not only mischief, it is also being investigated as a hate crime against both the church hosting the flag and the broader 2SLGBTQI+ community

“Since the pride

flag represents the 2SLGBTQI+ community, damaging the flag can be seen as an act of hatred or discrimination against that community By classifying such acts as hate crimes, Canadian law recognizes the importance of protecting marginalized groups and fostering a society that values diversity and inclusion”

During the past two and a half years, Ladner United Church has experienced five incidents that were reported to police Each of these previous incidents underwent thorough investigations; however, no suspects were successfully identified.

Pastor Nancy Painter said this kind of hatred is hard to understand

“Often it comes from fears of things that people don’t understand,” she said. “We are saddened greatly that this has happened The church is the people not the building, but this

building means a lot to people in Ladner It has been here a long time and provided sanctuary and a place of worship for people for a long time This will not make us take down our flags.”

Since the vandalism, the community has rallied around the church.

The Delta Pride Society and the City of Delta have both condemned the vandalism

“Delta Pride Society condemns any forms of hate. We will continue to stand firmly in our advocacy and support of the Pride community - their peace, life, safety and well-being.

We are here for you We stand with you. ”

Delta Mayor George Harvie during the Pride Flag raising ceremony at city hall in Ladner on Thursday, June 1 said, “It’s totally unacceptable the pride community continues to face these acts, and let’s call them disgusting acts I want to ensure the pride com-

munity and the pride members in Delta that we don’t celebrate in Delta just one day or just one month, we celebrate all year every day just to ensure everyone is welcome in our community”

On June 1, a resident put up a “Love Wins”

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banner on the front lawn of the church, while students from Delta Secondary came to the church last Thursday and wrote chalk art messages of peace and love on the steps and front sidewalks of the church

“We’ve been getting

lots of messages of support from other churches and individuals,” added Painter. “Events like this are a good reminder that we can’t be complacent –we need to be intentional and visible in our support for people who are treated unjustly.”

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Ladner United Church was targeted by vandals who poured black paint across the front entrance, doors and front outside walls of the church.

FraserHealthnowprovidingestimatedERwaittimes

SANDOR GYARMATI sgyarmati@delta-optimist com

Maybe the estimated wait time at Delta Hospital’s emergency department will be long compared to another facility, or perhaps you ’ re better off going to Delta’s ER after all.

The Fraser Health Authority (FHA) has announced the launch of a new information system about average wait times for care at hospital ERs across its region.

Noting it recognizes that some patients and their loved ones are experiencing longer-than-usual wait times, which can be frustrating, the health region says the new information will help patients and families make informed decisions about accessing care The estimates help demonstrate how long it may take to see a physician and the expected length of stay in an ER.

The health region says over the past fiscal year, it has seen a seven per cent increase in ER visits compared to pre-pandemic levels. By providing information about wait times and expected length of stay, the FHA says it hopes to improve the experience for patients and their families

by reducing uncertainty and anxiety.

Dr Craig Murray, regional medical director of emergency medicine, told the Optimist people can choose to travel to another ER that may have less of a waiting time if their case is non-life-threatening, but people should also keep in mind situations can change at an ER.

“I think it’s really about giving the public as much information as we can provide, and they can make educated choices. Obviously, the overriding principle in emergency departments is if you have a life-threatening illness, you should be calling 9-1-1 and be taken to the nearest hospital, but, for less severe things people can get themselves to an emergency department safely, there is value in having some choices,” he said.

“The public in B C pays for the health care system, so I think the public in B.C. have the right to have a sense of what wait times might be like in emergency departments”

Noting Vancouver Coastal Health has had a similar system for several years, Murray said people have already been choosing to go to different hospitals that are not the closest to them based

on perceptions, but now they can make a more educated guess.

Delta Hospital’s ER has 10 acute beds, 10 observation beds, three ambulance bays, plus two negative pressure rooms, two fast track chairs and a trauma room providing 24 hours, seven days a week service

Murray said while he doesn’t have

numbers on how many visits the Delta ER has seen this year, it’s safe to say increases in ER visits have occurred at all FHA hospitals

Patients with an injury or illness that requires urgent medical attention, but is non-life-threatening, can also call the Fraser Health Virtual Care Line at 1-800314-0999 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily.

Fraser Health says more than 2,000 people daily are cared for in emergency departments across the region.

CityPridebannersvandalized

IAN JACQUES

ijacques@delta-optimist com

Delta Police have opened an investigation following the defacing of several City of Delta Pride Month banners

The banners, which are on Ladner Trunk Road by the overpass, were defaced with black paint likely in the overnight and early morning hours of Sunday/Monday.

Coun. Dylan Kruger posted photos of the vandalism to his Twitter account on Monday evening

Police initiated an investigation after seeing the photos and are now working with the city

Mayor George Harvie told the Optimist Tuesday morning that the banners are being replaced

“What ever they deface we will replace…we will not be deterred by this,” said Harvie “Very disappointed, but we also recognize that this is one individual or a small number of individuals. They do not represent Delta.”

Harvie encouraged anyone with information on this vandalism to contact Delta Police.

City of Delta Pride Month banners along Ladner Trunk Road were defaced with black paint sometime overnight Sunday into Monday morning.

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2022ANNUALREPORT

FORTHEYEARENDEDDECEMBER31,2022

Pursuanttosections98and99oftheCommunityCharter–the2022AnnualReportwillbepresentedatthe RegularMeetingofCouncilasfollows:

Date: Time: Place:

Monday,June19,2023 4:00p.m.

CouncilChamber,DeltaCityHall

4500ClarenceTaylorCrescent,Delta,BC

TheRegularCouncilmeetingwillbeconvenedbyelectronic meansasauthorizedbyCouncilProcedureBylawNo.5000.

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Questionsconcerningthe2022AnnualReportcanbe submittedtotheOfficeoftheCityClerkbyemailcityclerk@delta.capriorto10:00a.m.onJune19,2023.

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The City of Delta is one of the first municipalities that has been singled-out for a provincial housing target

At an announcement in Vancouver last Wednesday, (May 31) Delta North MLA Ravi Kahlon, the provincial housing minister, named 10 municipalities that will have targets.

“The housing crisis is hurting people and holding back our economy, and we ’ re taking action with our partners to cut red tape and get homes built faster for people. Municipalities are our critical partners in addressing the housing crisis and building healthy, economically viable communities,” said Kahlon

“Our government is eager to work with this first cohort of municipalities to get shovels in the ground faster and ensure the homes people need get built”

In addition to Delta, the other communities that will be given targets include the districts of Saanich, North Vancouver, West Vancouver and Oak Bay,

Housing Minister Ravi Kahlon said the province will continue to help local governments speed up local approval processes.

as well as the cities of Vancouver, Abbotsford, Kamloops, Port Moody and Victoria

The province notes that the Housing Supply Act gives it the authority to set targets in municipalities, starting with those with the greatest need and highest projected growth.

The targets are to encourage municipalities to address local barriers to construction so that housing is built faster, including updating zoning bylaws and streamlining local development approval processes

The province says it

will consult with the selected municipalities and set the final housing targets All communities will be encouraged to take the action needed to speed up local processes, and many already have, the government notes. The province has authority to override municipal zoning and regulations if they are slow to act to make changes The act enables compliance options as a last resort, should municipalities struggle to create the conditions that are necessary to ensure housing gets built, the government explains

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IAN JACQUES

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Delta Fire was back on scene Tuesday morning as they continue to investigate a large wood mulch fire in Tilbury

Firefighters received a call of heavy smoke at a business at 9486 River Road just after 7 p.m. Monday night (June 5).

Deputy Fire Chief Tim Ipsen said the fire was in a large pallet pile roughly 100 by 100 feet wide and 40 to 50 feet high

“The fire was upgraded pretty quickly due to the mass of the fire and there was concern because the fire was close to Burns Bog as well as a lot of trees in the area, ” he said “Metro Vancouver was

called and had a crew on stand-by We had 16 firefighters and four apparatus on scene. It was a strictly defensive attack and we had crews

on scene for close to five hours We also had an excavator brought in helping to pull the fire apart as we were watering it down.”

Delta Firefighters battled a stubborn fire in a large wood mulch pile which send plumes of smoke all over North Delta & Tilbury areas on Monday night.

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Loveconquers hate

OPINION Editor’sNote

If you deface it we will replace it.

Those are the words of Mayor George Harvie when I interviewed him Tuesday morning following the discovery of overnight vandalism to several Pride Month banners the city has hung along Ladner Trunk Road.

The banners, which fly high in the sky, were splattered with black paint – possibly the same black paint that was used to target the Pride flags at Ladner United Church, which the Optimist reported on last week

If you have a sick sense of deja vu as I do in writing this column and you do in reading this column, you would be correct in that this is not the first time I have penned said column. I wrote a similar one this time last year when once again hate and bigotry was on full display in our community

Mayor Harvie pointed out in our interview that those responsible for their heinous acts are a small minority and involve people who do not represent Delta. I hope he is right.

I love living and working in this community I, like all of us, want to feel safe and welcomed in this community, but these incidents against Ladner United and the 2SLGBTQI+ community does not make anyone feel safe or welcomed

It is so sad that these incidents, which Delta Police are investigating as hate crimes, continue to happen

But there is some good news in all of this The community has rallied around Ladner United with a resident putting up a Love Wins banner out front of the church last week. Students from Delta Secondary armed with boxes of chalk, filled the sidewalks and church steps with messages of love and support

And that’s what we should be talking about

love, support and community – a community where all feel welcome

The path to success for Southlands

At the recent Georgie awards gala, Century Group took home five prestigious awards for its master-planned community of Southlands in Tsawwassen; Best SingleFamily Home Production (for the Courtyard Cottages), Best Environmental Initiative, Best Sales Centre, Best Project Identity, and the Grand Georgie - Residential Community of the Year

Canadian Home Builders Association (CHBA) CEO Neil Moody noted that “The Georgie Awards are a testament to the excellence, professionalism and innovation that defines the residential construction industry in British Columbia. They are an opportunity to celebrate the incredible work being done by builders, renovators, designers, and marketers and to recognize their contributions to the communities they serve. ”

The path to this success certainly did not come easily.

Community Comment

MIKE SCHNEIDER

The ultimate deal reached between Century Group and the City of Delta is a testament to the hard work that both parties engaged in over several years.

One of the main stumbling blocks to the initial development proposal was that there was a concern that farmland would be compromised in the development. The reality is that much of the farmland in question on the Southlands was not farmable and one only has to remember when whole potato and corn crops were lost to poor

drainage and the inability to get equipment into the fields.

One part of the eventual compromise for the development was for millions of dollars of investment into drainage and irrigation Today, even if there is an atmospheric weather event, equipment will still be able to get into the fields after a couple of days.

If you drive, or better walk or bike to the Southlands from the 4th Ave and 56th St entrance, you will see how expansive the large-scale farming operations are The irony is that there is far more production in the works now than there has ever been before There is vast acreage producing food now where land lay fallow in the past.

Southlands, the Residential Community of the Year, has clearly shown that a community built around food and farming is a sound planning concept that should be considered elsewhere.

Congratulations Century Group and City of Delta.

Letters

Wehaveafantastichospital

Editor:

Just over four years ago I was admitted to the Delta Hospital emergency department with a very concerning wound on my left foot. Just within the last week my foot is back to normal with the foot and all toes intact. Since I have spent so much time in Delta Hospital I want to confirm that the care and assistance I received there was always polite, considerate, professional and top notch.

Particularly I want to thank Matt in the IV clinic who has bandaged my foot more times than I can count, and gave me antibiotics that saved me from further and more serious problems

As well thanks to Dr Gilchrist and Dr. Tan who regularly applied their knowledge to eventually get my foot healed.

Then there is all of the nurses and support staff, dealing with hundreds of people every day and encountering every issue

the human body can generate They do that with care and consideration no matter who you are, or what ails you I don’t know how you do it but I really appreciate what you do

As an observer on the inside for four years I can tell the people of South Delta we have a fantastic little hospital with very capable and caring individuals inside, so support them when you can

Charles (Greg) Hoover

Thanks for your wonderful support

Editor:

I just wanted to take this opportunity to thank the Optimist for helping support our Ukraine Benefit Concert that featured Ukrainian concert pianist Anna Sagalova

The generous space you gave in the paper for your advance write up/ press release is greatly appreciated.

The concert was almost

sold out and we were able to raise a significant amount for the Ukraine charity, and also were able to pay Anna a generous performance fee.

Equally as important was the concert itself

I was very proud of our Ladner audience as being amazingly appreciative… They gave Anna three standing ovations.

And Anna did some-

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thing that I don’t believe is typical She spoke to the audience several times, describing the composers of the Ukrainian music she was about to play.

Then at the end Anna did an encore

I don’t think I’ve ever seen an encore at a classical music performance before.

Lon Schieder

Public input request seems disingenuous

Editor:

It seems disingenuous that the provincial government is requesting public input on the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 project, stating that B.C. ministers have not decided if the project should proceed, when Premier Eby has already publicly expressed his wholehearted approval and the federal government has given the green light.

Is it possible that a public outcry from the citizens of British Columbia could stop this environmental tragedy from proceeding? One can only hope.

The federal government

has stated that its approval includes 370 legally binding conditions to protect the environment.

Firstly, where is the government going to get the resources to enforce these 370 legally binding conditions? One has to admit that its record on enforcing environmental laws is dismal at best

Secondly, a cursory look at the conditions reveals serious, numerous deficits To mention only a few; there is no requirement for monitoring of the terminal’s effects on salmon migration patterns. There is no mention of vessel strikes. The apparent require-

ment not to increase noise does not include noise from the operation of the marine terminal, which is the only activity that all parties agreed will increase noise.

In case nobody has noticed, there is a global diversity, climate and species extinction crisis. The health of the Fraser Estuary is vital to millions of migrating birds, salmon and other fish and marine mammals, not to mention plant life on land and in the marine environment It is already critically threatened This project will tip it over the edge.

Debra Probert

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NOTICEOFPUBLICHEARING–MONDAY,JUNE19,2023

NoticeisherebygiventhatDeltaCityCouncilwillholdaPublicHearingtoreceiverepresentationsfromanypersonswhodeemitintheirinteresttoaddressCouncilregardingthe followingproposedprojects ThePublicHearingwillbeheldaspartoftheRegularCouncilmeetingasfollows:

Date: Monday,June19,2023

Time: 4:00pm

Place: CouncilChamber&Virtual/Zoom DeltaCityHall,4500ClarenceTaylorCrescent,Delta,BC

WATCH LIVE: This PublicHearing will bebroadcastliveatwww.delta.ca/watchlive Membersofthepublicwho do notwishto speakmaylistenandwatchtheproceedingsonthe City'swebsite VideorecordingsarearchivedontheCity’swebsite ThisPublicHearingistobeconvenedbyelectronicmeansasauthorizedbytheCouncilProcedureBylawNo.5000

ProjectNo.1(FileNo. P22-04D)

Location:City-wide(broadapplication)

Applicant:CityofDelta

Proposal: Application for Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw amendmentstoallowsecondarysuitesinduplexes.Theamendmentswould permitsuitesinduplexesonlotswhereduplexesarealreadyauthorizedby zoning,orinnewdevelopmentwhereduplexeswillbeauthorizedbyzoning Theamendmentsonlyaffectpropertiesthatmeetallzoningregulationsfor duplexes, and there would be no change to the number of properties that allowforduplexes

TheseproposedamendmentsalignwithStrategy5ofDelta’sHousingAction Plan(tocreateopportunitiesforgentledensity)byintroducingopportunities formorehousingoptionsinsingledetachedneighbourhoods.

TheCorporationofDeltaOfficialCommunity PlanBylawNo 3950,1985

AmendmentBylawNo 8281,2023

To modify language in the following land use designations to permit secondarysuitesinduplexes:OneandTwoUnitResidential(R),SingleFamily Residential (SFR), Infill Single Family Residential (ISF), Infill Single Family Residential (North Delta) (ISF(ND)), Residential Ground-Oriented (RG), and ResidentialGround-Oriented(NorthDelta)(RG(ND)) Additionally,tomodify language to correct cross-references and exempt secondary suites in duplexes from density maximums described in the land use designations, usingthesameapproachasforsuitesinsingledetachedhomes.

DeltaZoningBylawNo 7600,2017

AmendmentBylawNo 8282,2023

Toupdatethedefinitions,generalregulations,parkingregulations,andthe Duplex/SingleDetachedResidential(RD)zonestopermitsecondarysuites induplexes

StaffContact: JeremyKeating–604-946-3201

ProjectNo.2(FileNo.LU009033)

Location:1148892Avenue

Applicant:JaspalCheema,SatoriHomesLtd.

Proposal: Application for Official Community Plan Amendment, Rezoning and Development Variance Permit to allow subdivision into four single detached residentiallotsandabarelandstratadevelopmentconsistingof12duplexunits

The Corporation of Delta Official Community Plan Bylaw No 3950, 1985 AmendmentBylawNo.8272,2023

1 To change the land use designationin the North Delta Future Land Use Planin ScheduleC1oftheOfficialCommunityPlanfromSingleFamilyResidential(SFR) to Infill Single Family Residential (North Delta) (ISF(ND)) to allow the proposed densityof286unitsperhectare;and

2 Topermitsecondarysuitesinduplexes

DeltaZoningBylawNo 7600,2017

AmendmentBylawNo 8273,2023

To rezone the subject property from Single Detached Residential 3 (RD3) to Single DetachedResidential6(RS6)andInfillDuplexResidential(RD4)toallowsubdivision andconstructionoffoursingledetacheddwellingsfronting92Avenueand12duplex units accessed by a common internal private road; in-ground basements and secondary suites would be permitted in the proposed single detached and duplex dwellingunits.

DevelopmentVariancePermitLU009033

TovarySection827of“DeltaZoningBylawNo 7600,2017”byreducingtheminimum setbackofadrivewayfrom1mto0montheinteriorside(sharedwall)lotlineforthe barelandstratalots.

StaffContact: CharisLoong–604-952-3814

PARTICIPATEINTHEPUBLICHEARINGPROCESS

ThePublicHearingisopentoallmembersofthepublic

Anypersonwhobelievesthattheirinterestinpropertywillbeaffectedbytheproposedprojectsshallbegivenanopportunitytoprovide theircomments(support,concerns,oropposition)toCouncilinthefollowingways:

���� Writeto:

MayorandCouncil,CityofDelta 4500ClarenceTaylorCrescent Delta,BCV4K3E2

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���� Email: mayor-council@deltaca

TospeakvirtuallyatthePublicHearing,youmustregisterwiththeOfficeoftheCityClerkbefore10:00a.m onMonday,June19,2023

Toregister,emailpublichearing@deltacaorcall604-946-3220andprovide:

1 PublicHearingmeetingdateandProjectnumber;

2 WhetheryouwillspeakbytelephoneorbyZoomvideoconference;and

3 Yourcontactinformation(name,address,phonenumber,andemailaddress)

Onceregistered,youwillbeprovideddetailsneededtoparticipate Youdonotneedtoregistertospeakinperson

NOTICEOFPUBLICHEARING–JUNE19,2023cont’d

ProjectNo.3(FileNo.LU009442)

Location:7940118Street

Applicant:JoeMuego,HearthArchitecturalInc

Proposal:ApplicationforOfficialCommunityPlanAmendment,LandUseContract Discharge,andRezoningtoallowsubdivisionofthesubjectpropertyintosixfeesimpleduplexlotsandabarelandstratadevelopmentconsistingofsixduplexunits

The Corporation of Delta Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 3950, 1985

AmendmentBylawNo 8275,2023

1.TochangethelandusedesignationintheFutureLandUsePlaninScheduleA fromInstitutional(S)toOneandTwoUnitResidential(R);

2 TochangethelandusedesignationintheNorthDeltaFutureLandUsePlanin ScheduleC1fromInstitutional(S)toInfillSingleFamilyResidential(NorthDelta) (ISF(ND));and

3 Toaddasitespecificexemptiontopermitanincreaseinthemaximumallowable densityto33unitsperhectarefromthecurrent30unitsperhectaremaximum densityandtoallowsecondarysuitesinduplexesundertheInfillSingleFamily Residential(NorthDelta)(ISF(ND))designation

LandUseContractDischargeBylawNo.8276,2023

TodischargeLandUseContractFileNo LU-76-1toexposetheunderlyingzoning, whichwouldbeconcurrentlyrezonedtoComprehensiveDevelopmentZoneNo.30 (CDZ30)

DeltaZoningBylawNo.7600,2017

AmendmentBylawNo 8277,2023

TorezonethesubjectpropertyfromPublicUse(P)toComprehensiveDevelopment

Zone No 30 (CDZ30) to permit subdivision and construction of six duplex units facing 118 Street (Lots 1 to 6) and six duplex units facing 118 Street (bare land strataLots1to6)accessedthroughaprivatecommonroadoff79AAvenue Ingroundbasementswouldbepermittedineachoftheproposed12units;secondary suiteswouldbepermittedinproposedLots1to6only

StaffContact:AdaLiu–604-946-3395

Rentalbuildingproposedfor ArthurDriveinLadner

SANDOR GYARMATI

sgyarmati@delta-optimist

com

Delta council at its committee of the whole meeting Tuesday heard from the applicant behind a proposal to build a 56-unit rental apartment building in Ladner.

The purpose-built rental complex would be located at 4501 Arthur Dr , the site of the former Delta Lodge seniors’ care facility which is now vacant. The proposal is still at a preliminary concept stage with a formal development application yet to be submitted

The proposal would see an existing historic house on the site, the Westhome Residence, demolished Hedges surrounding the property and trees would also be removed.

Two years ago, the city received a development application to construct a 61-bed community care facility at the property

Heritage Conservation Area.

A planning department report notes that while the applicant provided an inspection report documenting the deteriorating condition of the existing heritage building, staff encourage the applicant to consider retention, restoration and integration of the house with the proposed development, and to engage a heritage professional to provide a more substantive heritage evaluation report with possible mitigation and restoration recommendations.

Staff told council they would discuss with the applicant potential options, but Mayor George Harvie described the house as “rotting” and having long held up development at the property Council members, following the presentation, said they look forward to seeing a formal application come forward

IMPORTANTINFORMATIONREGARDINGTHEPUBLICHEARING

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That application proposed a new three-storey building with one level of under-building parking.

The heritage house would have been located closer to Arthur Drive and fully restored as part of the care facility.

At Tuesday’s presentation to council, architect Andrea Scott with Lovick Scott Architects Ltd., said there is an immediate need for rental accommodation in the community

She added the existing house on the property is in very poor condition and would require extensive repairs

The house is listed on Delta’s Heritage Register and located within the Ladner

Staff said the next step for the owners is to prepare detailed architectural and landscape plans before submitting a formal development application A public engagement process would take place for the application, which also requires a public hearing as it needs an Official Community Plan amendment

The same site was also the subject of a previous subdivision application that would have accommodated the heritage house. That application included seven single-detached bare land strata lots and common property for driveway access off Arthur Drive

The application received third reading by council in November 2017, but it was subsequently abandoned, and the property was sold.

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Now vacant with just a caretaker on site, the Westhome Residence was built for David Alexander McKee, son of John McKee, who purchased the property from William Ladner in 1904 and built the home in 1905.

COUNCILCONSIDERATIONOFBYLAWS–JUNE19,2023

NoticeisherebygiventhatDeltaCityCouncilwillconsidergivingfirst,second,andthirdreadingstothebylawsreferencedbelowat itsRegularMeetingat4:00p.m.onMonday,June19,2023intheCouncilChamber,4500ClarenceTaylorCrescentDelta,BC,andby electronicmeansasauthorizedbytheCouncilProcedureBylawNo.5000.

WATCHLIVE:TheRegularMeetingwillbebroadcastliveatwww.delta.ca/watchlive.Membersofthepublicwhodonotwishtoattend maylistenandwatchtheproceedingsontheCity’swebsite.VideorecordingsarearchivedontheCity’swebsite.

RezoningApplication-BylawNos.8283and8284(FileNo.LU009342)

Location:1172586Avenue

Applicant:JaspreetChahal

Proposal: To discharge Land Use Contract S.A No. SA26-82, and to rezone the subject propertyfromSingleDetachedResidential1(RS1)toSingleDetachedResidential7(RS7) topermitsubdivisionintotwosingledetachedresidentiallotsandconstructionofanew dwellingwithaningroundbasementandasecondarysuiteoneachlot

A development variance permit is also requested to vary Section 72 of Schedule A of “Delta Subdivision and Development Standards Bylaw No. 7162, 2015” by reducing the minimum effective pavementwidthalong the86 Avenuefrontagefrom 9 m to 8.5 m in order to maintain a modified local road standard and accept the existing road crosssection.

ThisapplicationisconsistentwithDelta’sOfficialCommunityPlan.

StaffContact: JanetZazubek–604-946-3355

RezoningApplication-BylawNo.8295(FileNo.LU009456)

Location:1189387Avenue

Applicant:GurinderGrewal,GSquareDesignLtd.

Proposal:TorezonethesubjectpropertyfromDuplex/SingleDetachedResidential (RD3) to Single Detached Residential 7 (RS7) to permit subdivision into two single detached residential lots and construction of a new dwelling with an in-ground basement and a secondarysuiteoneachlot.

ThisapplicationisconsistentwithDelta’sOfficialCommunityPlan.

StaffContact:LukeReynolds–604-946-3381

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JIM KINNEAR PHOTO

The Tsawwassen Shrine Club hosted its 52nd annual salmon barbecue fundraiser last Sunday, June 4 at Harbour Park in Ladner.

Community JointheSouthDeltaPetValu WalkforDogGuides

South Delta residents have an opportunity to participate in a fun event and give back to a very unique organization –the Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides (LFCDG).

LFCDG is an accredited non-for-profit that relies on its largest fundraising event, the Pet Valu Walk for Dog Guides, to empower Canadians living with disabilities by providing Dog Guides at no cost and supporting them in their journey together “With one in five

Canadians living with a disability, Dog Guides are in high demand,” said Andrea Stevens, Manager of Events at LFCDG

“Each Dog Guide team costs $35,000, however none of that cost is passed down to the applicant. LFCDG relies on the success of all Pet Valu Walks for Dog Guides that take place across Canada, to continue to create an impact for Canadians through Dog Guides. With this year ’ s goal set to $1.4 million, the organization needs the public’s

support now more than ever ”

The South Delta Pet Valu Walk for Dog Guides is taking place on June 10 at Memorial Park at 2 p.m. All proceeds will go directly to the seven Dog Guide programs: Canine Vision, Hearing, Service, Seizure Response, Autism Assistance, Diabetic Alert and Facility Support.

To register or donate to your local Pet Valu Walk for Dog Guides at www.walkfordogguides. com

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SouthlandsFarmersMarketkicks-offthisSaturday

Southlands

Tsawwassen is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated opening of its Farmers Market on June 10

Located at Southlands Market Square, 6313 Market Drive, this vibrant market brings together

local farmers, artisans, and community members to celebrate fresh produce, handcrafted goods and a lively atmosphere

With 50 vendors participating, attendees can explore a wide variety of offerings, including

farm-fresh fruits and vegetables, baked goods, preserves, honey, apothecary and much more. Shoppers can look forward to enjoying a bite to eat at food trucks, including Big Kahuna Dog while browsing vendors like La Chula Mexican Kitchen

and Barnside Brewing. Satya Yoga will be on-site as well as live music performances and a strawberry basketmaking activation The family-friendly activities will add to the festive ambiance, creating a welcoming and enjoyable

atmosphere for everyone. The first 50 shoppers will receive a free tote bag, adding to the excitement and value of attending the Southlands Farmers Market

“We are delighted to kick off the new season of our Farmers Market and bring together the community in a celebration of local agriculture and craftsmanship,” said Christine Grange, Destination Manager, at Southlands Grange “This year, we have curated a unique selection of vendors who are passion-

ate about their craft and committed to delivering high-quality, sustainably produced goods.”

The Southlands Grange Farmers Market will operate every other Saturday from June 10 to Nov. 11, from 10 a m to 3 p m Visitors are encouraged to bring their reusable shopping bags and explore diverse offerings while supporting the local economy and fostering sustainable living practices

For more information see: www.southlandsgrange.ca.

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The Southlands Farmers Market opens for the first time this season on June 10.

Allyouneedtoknowaboutthe27th seasonofLadnerVillageMarket

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It’s the perfect formula of longtime vendors with ever-changing intriguing new merchants in an outdoor setting that adds up to the immense popularity of the Ladner Village Market.

The 27th edition opens this Sunday (June 11) and runs every other Sunday until Sept 10

“Over the course of the summer (and the seven market dates) we have 290 vendors of which 45 are brand new It’s nice to see the newness coming into our market with our longtime vendors that have supported us since the beginning,” said market manager Tracey McKnight who returns with her husband Bill to spearhead the market even though they retired after closing their South Coast Casuals clothing store in the village earlier this year.

“It’s wonderful to have them [vendors] back and, of course, they progress and change their styles a bit or flavours of their different foods. It makes it a reason to come to each market and each one has different vendors as well”

Management also ensures the market maintains a high standard with its “make it, bake it, grow it,” criteria that sees all items produced by an artisan or baker.

A typical Sunday Market will see a breakdown of the 176 vendors being 23 percent gourmet food, 18 percent home products, 12 percent fresh produce, 10 percent eatery, nine percent garden (plants/flowers), six percent jewelry and five percent local art. These numbers never waver, so the wide appeal of the market is maintained as each cat-

Father’s Day

egory has a waiting list.

“Fifty-one percent of our products must be produce, plants or prepared foods. That is one of the criteria of being a member of the B.C. Association of Farmers Market and we cover that easily,” said McKnight

She adds the ethnic food options continues to grow with Mexican, Indian, Spanish and Japanese joining the regulars this year such as Greek and Hungarian. The market is delighted to add a frozen beef vendor from Prince George that promises to be a popular stop for many.

Musicians will be providing entertainment throughout the summer dates. Check the market website about 72 hours before each date for the lineup by visiting www ladnervillagemarket com

J M KINNEAR PHOTO

The 27th season of the Ladner Village Marker opens this Sunday along 48th Avenue with six more scheduled until early September.

Community

Rotarians clean up Tsawwassen streets

Under Delta’s AdoptA-Street program, Tsawwassen Rotarians were out on Saturday, May 27, to once again pick up litter from 12th Avenue. From English Bluff Road to 56th Street Rotary volunteers picked up 1,730 pieces of garbage

“It is amazing what you see when you walk with your head down,” said clean up coordinator Tom Smith. “We were surprised to see the most common item was cigarette butts As we are heading into the dry season, we hope folks will be mindful of the fire hazard and extinguish and dispose of cigarettes safely.”

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Tsawwassen is one of the founding members of the PickUp3 program so they entered their litter count into the “trash metre” which has now grown to more than 109,000 thousand pieces of trash removed from beaches, parks and community.

“The collective impact is impressive, everyone can join by going to pickup3.org or by scanning one of the program stickers placed on many of the garbage cans in our community,” said Smith Rotary Club of Tsawwassen thanks the City of Delta for use of their equipment and the Rose & Crown Pub who took care of disposal of the non-recyclable items

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Tsawwassen Rotarians held a clean up From English Bluff Road to 56th Street on May 27 as part of Delta’s Adopt-A-Street program.

SouthDeltaGardenTourreturnsJune25

After a three-year hiatus, the South Delta Garden Club is re-introducing an event that drew 500 Lower Mainlanders to South Delta in each of 2017 and 2019.

“When we broached the idea with people, we realized there was some pent-up demand for a garden tour and quite a bit of excitement at the idea of having another one, ” stated Garden Tour Committee Chair, Susan Lilholt.

This year ’ s tour features two gardens with different Asian influences, one that invites meditation, and a yard whose co-owner learned techniques from working in Queen Elizabeth Park earlier in life Three of the gardens are owned

by resident artists and one by a forester Visitors will find unexpected ideas with plants grown in shade and other beds filled with sunny colour One garden has a quiet palette and multiple leaf textures creating a tranquil oasis. Still, another is grown as a cutting garden with creative ways to keep tall flowers upright and to capture water. The careful observer will spot unusual and artistic containers on display and ways to use vertical space. The South Delta Garden Tour is a selfguided journey, which means people drive themselves to each Ladner or Tsawwassen location (or cycle, if they are up to it) using the maps on the ticket

The 2023 Tour features 10 private and distinct gardens plus one public garden, which will offer special tour-day guided tours The tour gives people an opportunity to see horticultural spaces they would otherwise be

unable to view. The Tour is planned for Sunday, June 25. Tickets are available for cash payment only from six nurseries and retailers in Delta, Richmond and Surrey: Harris Nurseryland, Phoenix

Perennials, Sunnyside Nurseries, Vandula Farms, West Coast Gardens, and West Coast Seeds Advance tickets are $30 and tour-day tickets, if available, are $40 from one location, Harris Nurseryland Everyone

is welcome, including children 12 and older; however, due to uneven ground, the tour is not wheel-chair accessible or stroller-friendly Pets are prohibited.

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NOTICE TO RESIDENTS ON TSAWWASSEN FIRST NATION LANDS

2023

Property tax notices and utility bills were mailed in late May. If you have not received your 2023 tax notice or utility bill please contact our office by phone at (604) 948-5295 or by email at taxation@tsawwassenfirstnation.com.

PROPERTY TAXES AND UTILITY CHARGES

DUE DATE: JULY 4, 2023

A 5% penalty will be levied to all accounts with outstanding balances on July 5, 2023.

An additional 5% penalty will be levied to all accounts with outstanding balances on September 6, 2023.

Payment may be made by mail, through online banking, or at TFN’s Administration Office. Please note our office is now open to the public.

NOTE: Your completed home owner grant equivalent application must be received by TFN on or before September 5, 2023 to avoid a penalty.

PROPERTY TAX NOTICES AND UTILITY BILLS

New scoreboard at Ladner Sport Court

in memory of Thomas Haydon

MARK BOOTH

mbooth@delta-optimist com

With just over a week away until the annual Thomas Haydon Day, a scoreboard in his memory has now been installed in the new Ladner Sport Court

The $22,000 scoreboard was gifted by the Thomas Haydon Memorial Award committee to the City of Delta and the local lacrosse community for the now covered Ladner outdoor box that reopened last summer for year-round play following a $2.1 million transformation.

Haydon was a lifetime Ladner resident and Delta firefighter who lost a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer in the fall of 2018 at the age of 36, leaving behind his young family. He was also a big part of the lacrosse community as a player and a coach.

In his honour, the Thomas Haydon Memorial Game and Award was

launched in 2019. The fundraiser sees his former teammates and friends get together for a fun alumni game and social before presenting the award and bursary to a member of the Delta Junior “A” Islanders. Haydon was the first-ever captain of the Islanders.

The fundraising also paid for the new scoreboard.

This year ’ s Thomas Haydon Day takes place on Saturday, June 17 at the Ladner Leisure Centre A beer garden will be in operation from 3 to 10 p.m. The alumni game is slated to get underway at 3:30 and this year ’ s award will be presented during the second intermission of the Junior Islanders game against the Port Coquitlam Saints

The Thomas Haydon Memorial Award and is permanently on display on the south wall of the LLC

The Haydon Award committee also thanks Justin Dowd with Image Signs for installing the new scoreboard.

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A $22,000 scoreboard was installed last week at the new Ladner Sport Court in memory of Thomas Haydon, the Ladner resident and Delta firefighter who was a big part of the lacrosse community.

Delta Community Foundation steps up for Step Forward Health Society

The Delta Community Foundation is pleased to support mental health initiatives in Delta

A recent grant of $2,000 was made to the Step Forward Health Society, an organization that provides mental health support to individuals, couples and families Mental health support is offered through qualified mental health counsellors, information and group support programs.

“The Step Forward Program was started with the hope to ensure that money does not get in the way of people receiving the help and care they need for their mental health,” said Meg Neufeld, president of the Step Forward Society. “Financial barriers can often prevent people from

seeking help, and we are grateful to the Delta Community Foundation for their support of our program because we know it is going to help so many people”

Community Foundation chair Gail Martin said its board is strong advocates of organizations that support mental health programs in Delta

“Grants, such as this one, enable citizens within our community who need mental health support to access it in a timely and affordable way, ” adds Martin “The Step Forward Health Society offers professional counselling services to individuals and families in Delta and we are proud to support this organization”

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Super Heroes and Villains

Thank You To All Our Sponsors

Pictured left to right; Delta Community Foundation (DCF) grant chair Ammen Dhillon, Step Forward’s Meg Neufeld, Andrew Neufeld, DCF president Gail Martin, DCF director Stephanie Gibbs and Vicki Huntington, Step Forward’s Jessica Alston, Louise Wechselberger, and Fred Wells.

Ladner Bandfest

PHOTOS BY JIM K NNEAR

CHURCH DIRECTORY

Sacred Heart Catholic Church

3900 Arthur Drive, Ladner 604-946-4522

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Minister’s Minute

The practice of meditation

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Eucharist or Wednesdays

10 am Eucharist and Bible Study

For more information

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If I were to ask you if you practice meditation, perhaps most of you would say no, but, I wonder if that is really true I actually believe we all meditate. The problem is that we don’t choose what to meditate on. If you are like me, the most natural things to fixate our thoughts on are negative things. A thought comes into your head and bounces around like those big steel ball bearings in a pinball game Like that person who was rude to me, or the guy who cut me off in traffic, or whatever my latest life stressor is When I fixate on those kinds of thoughts

Sundays at 10:30 a.m.

Rev. Jason Truell

What if we changed it up a bit? What difference would that make in your life if you chose what to fixate your thoughts on instead of just letting it happen?

There have been many scientific studies about the benefits of gratitude that corroborate what the Bible says Feel free to Google “studies on the benefits of gratitude” and find out for yourself

The Apostle Paul said, “And now, dear brothers and sisters, one final thing Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honorable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and admirable Think about things that are

excellent and worthy of praise. Keep putting into practice all you learned and received from me everything you heard from me and saw me doing Then the God of peace will be with you ” (in Philippians 4:8–9NLT)

Here’s a suggestion for you It’s something that my wife, Ruth, does regularly Start a gratitude journal Write down five things each day that you are grateful for, and then choose to bring your mind back to those things throughout the day They don’t have to be big profound things, but I can almost guarantee that if you regularly do this each day, it will change your life profoundly.

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DELTASPORTS Halloffamehonourforlacrosselegend

Ron Phillips’ 1971 Minto Cup champion Roadrunners part of 2023 induction class

MARK BOOTH

mbooth@delta-optimist

com

It’s another big lacrosse celebration for a longtime Ladner family that has given so much back to the sport for decades.

Ceremonies officially took place last week for the 2023 B C Sports Hall of Fame induction class, including the 1971 Minto Cup national junior champion Richmond Roadrunners. The GM and coach of that team was Ron Phillips

The longtime local resident led the Roadrunners on one of the most memorable runs in the history of the B C Junior “A” Lacrosse League.

After the franchise had relocated from Vancouver to Minoru Arena that year, the Roadrunners stumbled out of the gate with an 0-5 record That’s when the players began to buy into Phillips’ brand of lacrosse, playing feisty defence and relying on quick offensive breakouts

The team featured plenty of future Western Lacrosse Association stars including Dave and Brian Tasker, along with Dave Durant.

Richmond would win 14 of its next 19 games to finish second in the regular season behind powerhouse Burnaby Cablevision

The Roadrunners took out New West in the semifinals, setting the stage for a a showdown with Burnaby in the championship series that eventually shifted to Queen’s Park Arena to accommodate crowds of over 4,000. The memorable match-up went the distance with Richmond prevailing to earn the right to represent B C at home against Ontario champion Peterbrough in the Minto Cup.

Phillips was able to add players to his line-up for nationals, including standout Burnaby goaltender Ted Gernaey and Salmonbellies

star Walt Weaver

The added weapons were needed as the Roadrunners prevailed in an epic series, highlighted by a 13-11 game seven victory in front of 5,000 fans crammed into Queen’s Park Arena

It was Phillips’ second Minto Cup, having been a member of the 1954 champion PNE Junior Indians as a player

Now, 89, he got a chance to catch up with some of his former players and staff at the hall of fame plaque unveiling ceremony and the gala banquet on Thursday night at the Fairmont Hotel

His family was also in attedance including his son Darcy, longtime president

of Delta Minor Lacrosse and then the Delta Junior “A” Islanders The latter tenure was highlighted by a run to

the franchise’s first BCJALL title in 2016. Among the key players on that team was Ron’s grandson and Darcy’s son Jon

Phillips, now a member of the National Lacrosse League’s Las Vegas Desert Dogs and the WLA’s Nanaimo Timbermen

MARK BOOTH PHOTO

It was a special week for Ladner resident Ron Phillips as his 1971 Minto Cup national champion Richmond Roadrunners were inducted into the B.C. Sports Hall of Fame. The 89-year-old was the team’s GM and coach

Sports SuperBowlchampionnow inB.C.SportsHallofFame

MARK BOOTH

mbooth@delta-optimist com

Mitch Berger has become just the second Delta native to be inducted into the athlete category in the 57-year history of the B C Sports Hall of Fame

The North Delta Secondary graduate joins athletes Dennis Kearns (hockey), Kelsey Serwa (ski cross), Jamie Borisoff (wheelchair basketball), Susan Butt (tennis) and Mary-Anne Walz (softball) as part of the 2023 class. The only other Delta-raised athlete to be inducted was international swimmer Pamela Rai back in 1993.

Berger was recognized for his distinguished career in the NFL He played 15-seasons (1994-2009) as a kicker/ punter with 11 different teams, most notably the Minnesota Vikings (19962001), New Orleans Saints (2003-06) and the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2008, winning a Super Bowl that season.

Twice, he was named to the NFL Pro Bowl and selected as an All-Pro (1999, 2004).

Now residing in Arizona, the 50-yearold returned home for last week’s plaque unveiling ceremony at B.C.

Place Stadium and Gala Banquet at the Fairmont Hotel. He brought his young son MJ to the celebrations and paid tribute to his parents, having lost both in recent years.

Don Berger, a native of Pittsburgh, was a huge part of his son ’ s career, having coached many years in North Delta Minor Football.

“My story started as a six-year-old boy raised by an American father who was trying to raise me as an American Everyone else was playing hockey but me, ” chuckled Berger “When I was playing Pee Wee football my dad wanted to find out how to score more points to beat other six-and-seven-year-old teams He taught me out of a handbook how to kick My dad has been with me every step of the way. ”

His football career wasn’t a smooth ride from start to finish

He graduated from North Delta without a scholarship and had to prove himself at a junior college in Texas That paved his way to the University of Colorado and ultimately being drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles However, an impressive start wasn’t enough to save the “budget” punter and he was released

a few games into his rookie season.

Over the next two years he would get cut five more times from four different teams. He was eventually back home pumping gas at the Petro Can station under the Alex Fraser Bridge

“That was as low as I had felt but after I had pumped gas from 6 a.m. until noon, my dad and I went to the field and I would kick and then I would go to the gym, ” said Berger.

His perseverance would pay off when he was signed by the Vikings He eventually finished his career with the Steelers, winning the Super Bowl in Tampa that season with his family in the stands.

Berger also thrived on the basketball court, earning provincial first team allstar honours in his Grade 12 year back in 1990 as the Huskies defeated the Richmond Colts in the title game at the PNE Agrodome.

Delta MP recognized for her work in and out of the pool

MARK BOOTH

mbooth@delta-optimist com

Achieving the greatest lifetime athletic honour in the province also provided Carla Qualtrough some valuable family time and the opportunity to reflect on her remarkable life so far

The Delta MP and Liberal cabinet minister was back home to officially be inducted into the B C Sports Hall of Fame. She enters in the builder category, reflecting her impact in various roles

Qualtrough served as president of the Canadian Paralympic Committee from

2006 to 2010. She is the first Paralympic athlete elected to Canadian Parliament, served as Minister of Sport and Persons with Disabilities from 2015 to 2017 and is currently a member of the International Paralympic Committee’s Legal and Ethics Committee, a role she has held since 2002

She also served as the IPC’s Legal Officer for the London 2012 Paralympic Games, served as vice-president of the Americas Paralympic Committee from 2013 to 2015.

As an athlete, she represented Canada in swimming at two Paralympic Games (1988 Seoul, 1992 Barcelona) winning three

bronze medals.

“It’s honestly the most special thing you could ever imagine I’m super emotional I’m very grateful. I’m nostalgic,” Qualtrough told the Optimist

Growing up in Langley, she played several sports before thriving in the pool.

“I found swimming at a really difficult time in my life I don’t think I’d be where I am today if I hadn’t found a sport that I could find a (swimming) family in the world that exposed me to a life that I wanted to build. It made me the person I am, ” she said “I honestly don’t think I can give enough back to sports for what is has given to me ”

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Wearing his 2009 Super Bowl ring as a member of the Pittsburgh Steelers, North Delta’s Mitch Berger addresses the crowd during his B.C. Sports Hall of Fame induction on May 31.

MARK BOOTH PHOTO Delta MP Carla Qualtrough standing next to her display at the B.C. Sports Hall of Fame, located at B.C. Place Stadium.

Girlsrugbygivesathletesanotheroptionat SDSS

MARK BOOTH

mbooth@delta-optimist

com

South Delta Sun Devils senior girls teams have enjoyed plenty of success over the years in soccer, volleyball, field hockey and basketball. Now another sport has taken flight again

The Sun Devils sevens team recently wrapped up its campaign, marking the first time rugby has been offered exclusively to female student athletes at the Tsawwassen school in recent years

With just eight players, ranging from Grades 8 to 12, the girls worked their way through the South Fraser Development League schedule, even relying on some opponents’ assistance for certain games due to minor

injuries.

Coach and SDSS teacher Sean Waymouth says the main objective of the season was to get the team up-andrunning, regardless of the roster size

“The whole point of the season this year was to spark interest, get the information out there, and try and show younger grades that we do have another sport that someone else can participate in,” he explained “Not every athlete is a soccer or a volleyball player They may still want to participate in sports, but there never was a fit for them until now.

“One of the big things about rugby is that it’s for every size, every shape and skill of a player All different people are needed to play

rugby.”

It’s the exact same reason why football has long been a popular sport for male student athletes at the school.

Waymouth’s challenge was getting his players to understand the rules and the technical skills of the game. He had just two players with rugby experience

“One of our girls actually played for the junior boys team last season and scored most of our tries because she was so dominant with her prior experience Another one of girls started to play club rugby for Bayside in the fall so she had that experience as well The other six had never really played before,” he said “Really the season was all about learning and building a love for the game ”

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South Delta’s Sam Adams in action earlier this season.

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Fantastic 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom end unit townhome with gorgeous golf course views in central Tsawwassen!

More details to come—stay tuned for the official listing, or contact me for any further information before it hits the market.

Beautiful & spacious 1,379 square foot luxury condo in The Lexington. Completely renovated in 2018 so there is nothing to do but move right in. Loads of White shaker cabinets, quartz coutertops, Stainless steel appliances and lots of backlighting in this lovely kitchen. Living room and dining room are spacious and could easily accommodate house-size furniture 2 generous size bedrooms and 2 baths. 1 cat allowed. Walk to shops, parks, recreation, library and more

209, 1150 54A Street, Tsawwassen $788,000

6277 Dawn Drive, Ladner

$1,699,000

2,687 sq. | 5 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms

5,842 sq. lot

PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP THROUGHOUT!

Open concept living & kitchen w/ expansive windows overlooking private gardens. BONUS: Extended driveway & 2 car garage w/a c storage (200 sq ). Close to Holly Elementary School, parks, transit and hwys.

5627 52 Avenue, Ladner $1,299,900

2,470 sq. l 4 bedrooms l 2 bathrooms

5,436 sq. lot

Two level basement home near Hawthorne School and park. Cheerful and well maintained home with ongoing updates Sun drenched deck off kitchen & dining area. Excellent plan for extended family, student or nanny

2,595 sq. | 4 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms

3,863 sq. lot

Historically known as Roycro , this is an impressive 2 storey home restored to its Edwardian era with detailed cra smanship & millwork dis nguished by its octagonal turret & high ceilings on both floors. Prominent corner loca on in the heart of Ladner A stunning piece of artwork & history

4835

$1,699,900

3,209 sq. l 7 bedrooms l 3 bathrooms

6,695 sq. lot

Two level family home with double car garage. Main floor offers living room and family room space. Excellent for extended family with easy suite poten al plus room for students or nanny West exposed corner lot with mature landscape.

#201-4755

$850,000

1,155 sq. | 2 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms Ladner Village Gate

Convenience at your doorstep! Located on the fringe of Historic Ladner Village is this amazing 4 year old corner unit in a bou que building w/ open concept and surrounded by windows.

$1,299,000

2,168 sq. l 4 bedrooms l 3 bathrooms

1/2 duplex backing onto Springs golf course in one of Tsawwassen’s best complexes Fantas c layout with large master on the main. 2 Bedrooms up and large room down that could easily be used as an in-law or nanny suite! Amazing ameni es building!

733

$1,699,000

2,409 sq. l 4 bedrooms l 3 bathrooms

6,469 sq. lot

Just Move In! Fully updated home in one of Tsawwassen’s most sought a er communi es Forest By the Bay Perfect family layout with open concept kitchen and living room w/ 4 bedrooms up.

5162

$1,385,000

2,136 sq. | 4 bedrooms + den 3 bathrooms l 7,700 sq. lot

Well maintained family home featuring cedar ceilings & original hardwood floors up & a great layout down ideal for extended family Deligh�ul gardens with fruit trees , extra tall garden shed, carport w/storage, and room for the RV!

Todd Jackson, B.A.

Richard Lowe, RIBC

Rea Estate Corpora on Amy Lambert, B A

Mike Van Straaten, BMgt Realtor

4856 48th Avenue, Ladner $1,799,000

51st Street, Ladner

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57A Street, Ladner

59A Street, Ladner

Kingfisher Place, Tsaw

#121-4638 Orca Way, Tsaw

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 1-3PM

$1,988,000

5217 Upland Drive

Discover this charming 3 bed, 2 bath rancher in cliff drive. This updated home boasts forest and mountain views, a patio, and a beautiful garden on a spacious 11,324 sq ft lot. Fantastic opportunity to own in one of Tsawwassen’s premier locations with potential to build up to 4396 sq ft. Conveniently located near the ferry terminal, mall & shopping, this home offers both Tranquility and accessibility Step into the open concept layout, flooded with natural light, embrace the serenity of your private retreat, savouring morning coffees on the patio. With updated features such as kitchen, bathrooms, furnace, h/w and more, enjoy modern comfort and rustic natural beauty, this rancher is a lifestyle choice. Don’t miss the chance to seize your dream home on upland drive - where paradise awaits!

$1,488,000 $1,988,000

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4974 Stevens Lane

This large 4 bedroom/4 bathroom rancher is located in Upper/Central Tsawwassen on a quiet cul-de-sac. Situated on a South facing/park-like 14316 sq ft lot, this custom built rancher for original owners is on the market for the first time. This sprawling rancher, just over 3000 sq ft, boasts a fantastic layout with legal in-law suite (ideal for extended families), huge south facing back yard, 2 street frontages with a detached 600 sq ft garage in the back plus parking in the front. 2 Blocks to English Bluff Elementary School and South Delta Senior Secondary Home is ready for a new family to bring their own design ideas and make it their own.

5046 1A Avenue

Location! Fantastic family home located on a prestigious cul-de-sac in upper Tsawwassen Extensively renovated and ready to move in. Great family floor plan, 2,946 sq. Ft main floor living with kitchen, family room and dining room facing to a south sunny backyard 4 bedrooms and huge games room on upper floor, 3 baths, double garage and plenty of storage Fully renovated including, kitchen, bathrooms, flooring, appliances, lighting, interior/exterior paint, and landscaping Newer roof, boiler and hot water tank. This home shows beautifully!

65 Deerfield Place

Charming 3 bedroom/2 bathroom rancher in “Deerfield” Located on a quiet cul-de-sac backing onto greenspace. At 2167 sq ft this rancher has a fabulous layout with an oversized primary bedroom with walk in closet and sliding doors opening onto private patio Large living and dining room opening up to sun drenched west facing patio overlooking mature landscaped garden Radiant in floor heat, skylights, hardwood flooring. This home has been lovingly looked after by the original owners, bring your own design ideas to make it yours.

TSAWWASSEN

4 Bed | 3 Bath | 2198 ft2

Perfectly located in one of South Delta’s most family friendly neighbourhoods, the seaside community of Beach Grove has something for everyone! This west exposed, well designed 2 level single family home sits on a corner lot & is across the street from the Elementary School, dyke access as well as miles of nature trails to enjoy Beautifully manicured yard, outdoor entertainment space & updates throughout only adds to the charm of this special property

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| 3

Updated East Ladner single family home is summer ready & ideally located in a quiet cul-de-sac. Steps to Holly Park Elementary, a state of the art all weather artificial turf field, bike park, transit & easy access to Hwy 17 & Hwy 99 This lovingly cared for, turnkey home is ready for a family & incl’s some of the finer things like numerous tech upgrades, an amazing floor plan & a beautiful kitchen

• Never ending gorgeous sunsets and Panoramic OCEAN views

• Luxury updated modern bright 2 bedroom 2 bath 900sf condo

• Enjoy LOCATION LOCATION beach walks, paddle boarding, kayaking

• Well managed strata with amenities-onsite caretaker, pets allowed 306-1120

• Steps from Boundary Bay scenic dyke trail

• Main floor featuring large living room, dining room, spacious kitchen

• Also incls 2 pce bath,laundry rm & mud rm

•

JUST LISTED

$1,699,000

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 2-4PM

5424 CANDLEWYCK WYND, TSAWWASSEN

Fabulous Resort Style Rancher with a pool. This beautiful rancher has sunny western exposure and gorgeous landscaping that surrounds a totally private pool and jacuzzi

Home has a great floor plan featuring 3 bedrooms and den with an outstanding spa like bathroom Home is designed to take advantage of the amazing sunrises and sunsets

Direct Park access on no through street with sunny western exposed yard Come home to your private resort Call ROBIN 604-868-2844

PRICE REDUCED

$1,099,000

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 2-4PM

5365 6TH AVENUE, TSAWWASSEN

Beautiful home in central Tsawwassen, walking distance to schools, sport facilities and parks Home features 5 bdrms, 4 full bathrms, excellent floor plan with large great room & separate living and dining room This home has a private sunny yard with beautiful jacuzzi and patio area We are priced to sell so don't miss this opportunity to buy a great home in a great area

PRICE REDUCED

$2,099,000

ROYAL OAKS PENTHOUSE

#402N-1100

56TH ST, TSAW

Fabulous 3 bedroom penthouse at Tsawwassen's Royal Oaks This rare find has never been on the market and truly is one of the best units in this development Excellent floor plan with huge living, dining area, beautiful bright great room, big master suite and 2 private sunny decks Don't miss this special penthouse Call for your exclusive showing Call ROBIN 604-868-2844

4950 CEDAR SPRINGS DRIVE

LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION!!! One of the best single family homes on Tsawwassen Springs Golf Course with fabulous views of lake and golf course and sunny western exposed yard Home features a great floor plan with 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and Fabulous Great Room that open to beautiful views of Golf course lake and wildlife. This home is approx. 2600 sq ft with an oversized garage with room for golf cart and the best location for guest parking Don't miss this RARE find!!!

Call ROBIN 604-868-2844

MASSIVE PRICE REDUCTION

111 GRAHAM DRIVE BEST SUNSET VIEWS & LOCATION

Custom Designed Home with simply the Best Views in Tsawwassen. This Totally Private 2 Bedroom & Den home has an Outstanding Open Floor Plan to take full advantage of all the spectacular Ocean Sunset Views. Delta will also consider a basement level if you need more square footage. There will NEVER be another home like this in Tsawwassen. Call for Floor Plans and more Info. Call ROBIN 604-868-2844

$2,899,000

SPEED'S PUB FOR SALE

Fabulous opportunity to purchase one of Ladner's historic family businesses. This great pub is located on Ladner's inner harbour with marine access and potential marine business The business has been great for decades and now is time for another buyer to put their own business ideas and energy to continue this long established pub

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Custom build your new home with Tsawwassen's finest builder on one of the best view lots in Tsawwassen We have plans of approx. 5000 square feet but are open to building your dream home. For more information

Call ROBIN 604-868-2844

5459 49A Avenue - Ladner

309 15241 18 Avenue - South Surrey

3 | 3 | 1,863 sq ft | 5,263 sq ft lot | $1,599,000

This moody modern home showcases impressive features & impeccable design. With manicured landscaping & captivating curb appeal. Inside, you’ll find vaulted ceilings, glass banisters, engineered hardwood floors, & stylish lighting fixtures. The remodelled kitchen boasts sleek quartz countertops & top-of-the-line appliances. The bathrooms are updated with marble counters & contemporary finishes. Roof, furnace, and windows have been replaced. Step outside to your own retreat with a pergola, hot tub, gas firepit, & BBQ. The perfect blend of elegance and comfort, an entertainer’s dream!

539 55 Street - Tsawwassen

6 | 4.5 | 3,355 sq ft | 7,524 sq ft Lot | $1,899,900

Experience modern luxury in this stunning family home Beautifully renovated w/premium fixtures & contemporary finishes. Chef’s kitchen + side prep kitchen feat. custom quartz countertops, gorgeous millwork, high-end appliances, inc. a panel fridge, double wall oven, & 2 pot fillers (coffee & stove) New flooring & paint throughout, plus new furnace & A/C Large, private backyard oasis boasting an outdoor cedar kitchen, gas BBQ, custom pergola, & heated 12x24 pool w/custom deck This home offers the perfect blend of style, comfort, & functionality.

2 | 2 | 1,118 sq ft | $629,000

This stunning corner home on

quiet side

Lane offers a top floor feel with 15ft vaulted ceilings in the living room and primary bedroom. Skylights in the kitchen and ensuite create a light and spacious atmosphere. The kitchen features white cabinetry, black quartz countertops, and updated appliances. The primary bedroom includes a walk-in closet and a beautifully updated ensuite with a new vanity, heated floor, and a luxurious jetted soaker tub. Additional features include air-conditioning, updated lighting, and a gas fireplace. Roof replacement and building remediation were done in 2012. A must-see for comfort, style, and convenience

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4921 Fenton Drive - Ladner #108-3535 146A St - South Surrey

Marketed by Claridge Real Estate Advisors

Unit 508 The Waterfront Tower at Westrich Bay Kelowna

Marketed by Westrich Pacific

Marketed by Sutton Group - 1st West Realty

New Listing

17537 63 Avenue - Cloverdale

$1,889,900

OPEN SUNDAY 2-4PM

5382 CRESCENT DRIVE

• LUXURIOUS 6,700+ SQ.FT CUSTOM HOME ON PARK LIKE 20,000 SQ.FT LOT

• CENTRAL WEST LADNER LOCATION, WALKING DISTANCE TO ALL MAJOR AMENITIES

• 2 BEDROOM SELF CONTAINED SUITE WITH OWN LAUNDRY

• DETACHED 900 SQ.FT SHOP AT THE REAR OF THE PROPERTY

5094B

• 5 BED 5 BATH

• 3 STORY LUXURY HOME WITH LARGE FLEX ROOM & FULL BATH ON TOP FLOOR

• QUALITY DESIGNER FINISHES THROUGHOUT

• FUNCTIONAL OPEN CONCEPT FLOORPLAN

• DESIRABLE BENTLEY DRIVE ADDRESS

• WALKING DISTANCE TO LADNER VILLAGE AND HAWTHORNE ELEM

BRODIE ROAD

• 7 BED 3 BATH

• LARGE 8,800 SQ.FT LOT

• POPULAR HOLLY LOCATION

• RV/BOAT PARKING AVAILABLE

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• 3 BED 2 BATH

• 2,250 SQ.FT CAPE COD HOME

• SUN SOAKED BACKYARD W/ COVERED PATIO BACKING ONTO WATERWAY

• CENTRAL LADNER ELEMENTARY LOCATION

• MINUTES TO LADNER TOWN, SCHOOLS AND TRANSIT

$1,390,000

721

• 4 BEDROOMS AND 2 FULL BATHS.

• BASEMENT RENTAL SUITE POTENTIAL

• LARGE SQUARE 7500 SQ.FT PRIVATE LOT

• WALKING DISTANCE TO BOTH SCHOOL LEVELS

• UPDATED FLOORING, BATHROOM, FURNACE & HW TANK

OWN A FULL DUPLEX

• LARGE 90 X 100 LOT WITH POTENTIAL FOR SUBDIVISION

• PRIVATE BACK YARD OFFERS COVERED DECKS FOR ENTERTAINING

• OFFERS 4 BEDROOMS, FAMILY ROOMS & 2 BATHS ON EACH SIDE

• NEWER ROOF, DRIVEWAY AND OTHER UPDATES

BENTLEY DRIVE

4729 64 STREET

4475 52A STREET

56 STREET

withcustombuiltexecutivehome withtriplecargarage.

with3bdrmcustomdesignedhome -Perfectlocationandstreetappeal

sub-divisionfor2flatrectangularbuildinglots,andall buildingplanshavebewensubmittedtothecity The currentfamilyhomehasbeenrenovatedandoffersover 3,600sqft.oflivingspaceforafamilythatchoosesto keepthelotasiswithswimmingpool&park-likesetting.

100 - 5000 Bridge Street Delta, BC, V4K 2K4

$1,299,900

4713 46 Avenue, Ladner

This charming cape cod style residence boasts 4 spacious bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a serene ambiance. The kitchen is a chef’s delight, showcasing cherry wood cabinets, exquisite granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances. Cozy up in the invi�ng living room by the gas fireplace, crea�ng the perfect atmosphere for relaxa�on. Step into the backyard oasis, complete with a picturesque pond and an array of beau�ful flowers and greenery, providing a private retreat.

$2,449,900

5190 Whitworth Cres S, Ladner

Absolutely stunning brand new family home with serene farmland views located on rarerly available and highly sought-a er Whitworth Cres! This home boasts3,700sq oflivingspacewith4beds,6baths, a spacious open concept and a beau�ful kitchen!

$3,299,900

1102 Shaman Cres, Tsawwassen

This stunning 3 bed plus den, 4 bath, 3400sq home boasts breathtaking 180 degree views! Impeccably designed by Sarah Gallop Design, the open-concept living space is an entertainers dream complete with a Havan Award winning kitchen, spa-like ensuite and luxurious finishings throughout. This home blends luxury, func�onality & stunning views into one!

401-5099

Tsawwassen $689,000

WelcometothebeautifulandsoughtafterTSAWWASSEN SPRINGS! This one bedroom plus den, south facing, penthouse condo offers 9’ and vaulted

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February 14, 1947 - March 21, 2023

It s wth great sadness that we announce the passing of our brother Alan, son of the ate John F and Peggy MacDonald He died peacefully at home on March 21 He was predeceased by his brother John K and his partner Barb He is survived by Dave (Audrey), Elspeth (Ron), Margie (Michel), and sster-In-aw Toni and their famiies

Alan was born and raised in Cape Breton and moved to BC 50 years ago He worked in the Forestry and Construction Industries Alan had a great sense of humour He enjoyed gardenng, working outsde, folowing sports and the news and collectng As a young man he was awarded a Medal for Bravery for rescuing a person from drownng

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MALLARD, Brian Leslie

It s with great sadness that we announce that Bran Lesle Malard, known for his incredble sense of humour, ded on May 17, 2023, surrounded by hs loved ones

Brian is survived by his oving wfe, Sue Rigby Ma ard, together for over 40 years, whose unwavering care and support provided Brian with ove and comfort unti his final moments His legacy lives on through his daughters: Jeannette (Jeff), Catherine, Madeene (Danny) and Angea (Eduardo), hs 11 grandchidren, 4 great-grandchildren, his sster, Catherne Homan, her children Shawne and Km (Bran), and their children Additonaly, he is fondy remembered by his half-sster, Valerie HodgeWlliams, and her famly

Bran was preceded n death by his son Mchae Malard, the mother of hs chidren, Marguerite Malard, and brother-n-law, Richard Holman

Born on August 2nd, 1937, in Stockport, Engand, Bran his mother, Katie Malard, sister and two aunts immigrated to Canada in 1953 where they setted n the Lower Manland

Bran’s character was exempified by the high standards of professionalsm, ntegrity and oyalty that he brought to his own business and those who employed hm, garnering respect in the business world throughout hs career

A voracious reader, Brian’s love of books began in England where hs mother, sister and he spent many evenngs readng, a passion that is now shared by others n the famiy Brian’s ablty to use the English anguage buoyed his exceptonal public speakng skils which led to severa awards Brian was frequenty asked to speak at different events, and he always captivated audiences with hs eloquence, eaving a lasting mpression on al who had the good fortune to hear him speak Hs abilty to connect with others through aughter and sincerity truly set him apart

Eary on whie lving in Tsawwassen, Brian, aong with others, was nstrumental in settng up the Tsawwassen Tennis Club, playing tennis and badminton there, as well as enjoying swmmng A venue that hs children enjoy today

Bran was a loving father, grandfather, and greatgrandfather, uncle, great-unce, and lifeong frend who brought joy and laughter to every encounter

His infectious humour and wel-timed jokes became his trademark

His departure eaves us with a deep sense of loss, yet we find soace n the memories and the lasting impact he had on all whose ives he touched

The family wish to thank the Doctors and Staff at Deta Hospital A Celebration of Lfe wil be held at a later date In leu of flowers, donatons to the Delta Hosptal Foundation in Brian’s name woud be greatly appreciated

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