Delta Optimist June 29 2023

Summer Solstice Run, Walk & Roll 5km

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INSIDE THIS WEEK: Canada Day section: pages 21-27, Readers Choice: pages 32 & 33

The 2023 Summer Solstice Run, Walk, and Roll 5km event on June 22 was a success. The event brought people together from across the community, including the Delta Police Department, to welcome summer in a fun and healthy way. Thank you to the Delta Police Foundation for organizing the event. Funds raised are used by the Foundation to fund events throughout the year such as the Student Police Academy and other initiatives that promote a strong relationship between the Delta Police and the community. See more photos on our website at:

Murphys Law rears its ugly head, we’re here for you.

UPFRONT

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SANDOR GYARMATI

sgyarmati@delta-optimist com

The BC Supreme Court has ruled in favour of an application by the Director of Civil Forfeiture regarding a pair of Ladner rural properties that had illegal large-scale marijuana grow operations.

In reasons for judgement released last week, Justice Anita Chan agreed the properties were both used for proceeds and instruments of unlawful activity pursuant to the Civil Forfeiture Act.

The marijuana grow operations were found at both properties in 2021, in excess of the number of plants allowed by licences attached to those properties, owned by Tiantian Liu, Qin Wu and Bin Wu

In July 2021, the Delta Police Department (DPD) received a report from Delta bylaw officers that there appeared to be a significant amount of cannabis being grown at 4827-28 Ave

The property was purchased in October 2017 for approximately $3 28 million.

It’s a 10-acre site where bylaw officers had been investigating a complaint of a dog being tethered

When they attended, they saw at least seven dogs tethered and spoke with someone, who identified himself as a resident and owner of the dogs.

The bylaw officers also observed a large number of cannabis plants being grown outside and evidence of cannabis being

grown inside the various buildings

The DPD had already been investigating the property, including obtaining Hydro records that showed a high consumption, with the hydro bill for January 2021 alone in the amount of $44,803.

A search warrant was obtained and executed on Aug. 8, 2021. The police seized 7,205 plants and 96 pounds of dry cannabis. Two individuals were found at the scene and they advised that another individual, whose name was on the hydro bill, was in charge of the grow operation

They also said the homeowners were at the property when the grow equipment was being installed.

The individual on the hydro bill was interviewed and said they paid the rent to the brother of the property owner, and went to that residence, located at 6260-28th Ave., to deliver the payments

Police started investigating the other property, where there were four licences associated to the site, with 1,540 plants allowed to be grown.

The police conducted surveillance and obtained hydro records. A search warrant was subsequently obtained and then executed on Oct 28, 2021

A large scale grow operation was found there as well, with 3,929 plants, more than allowed under the licences.

William Wu and Tiantian

Liu were present when the police attended That second property was purchased June 2017 for approximately $4 1 million.

The Director of Civil Forfeiture sought an Interim Preservation Orders (IPO) for both properties, alleging that they are both proceeds and instruments of past unlawful activity. The Director sought the orders to preserve the value of the properties until forfeiture proceedings can be determined.

The defendants argued the police conduct result-

ed in serious breaches of their Charter rights, and as such, the court would likely order the evidence excluded from a trial

They also argued the police failed to provide “full and frank disclosure ” in the information to obtain the search warrants, used bylaw officers to further the investigation and, among other things, used the criminal law to gather evidence with no intention of pursuing criminal charges.

The Director of Civil Forfeiture, however, argued the defendants had not established any

arguable breaches of

their Charter

right

The judge agreed, ruling the contentions made by the defendants were speculative and not grounded in evidence

According to the ruling, there is also evidence that the whole or a part of an interest in the properties was acquired directly or indirectly as a result of the illegal grow operations For example, the rent paid by the tenants to use the properties for the grow operation could be used to pay expenses of the properties, such as the mortgage payments

The ruling notes that once this threshold has been met, an IPO is mandatory, unless a preservation order is clearly not in the interest of justice.

The terms allow the defendants to retain their right to occupy or lease the properties provided they maintain them and do not encumber them without the permission of the Director. The judge also agreed with the Director that in order to preserve the property, it is important for the Director to know who will be occupying the premises

The DPD following the August 2021 search of the property in the 4800-block of 28th Avenue said about $275,000 worth of equipment was seized. The value of the seized marijuana plants at the time was estimated at more than $2 million.

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SANDOR GYARMATI

sgyarmati@delta-optimist com

They’re likely finding just a small portion of what’s going through the port and fuelling the drug crises, says Delta Mayor George Harvie regarding major seizures announced by the Canada Border Services

Agency (CBSA) Noting the CBSA does outstanding work, but requires more resources, especially with the port authority’s planned major expansion of the Deltaport container terminal, Harvie reiterated his concerns regarding crime following the CBSA’s announcement

June 14 of seizures of more than 6,330 kg of methamphetamines over the past six months.

Harvie pointed to ports in other jurisdictions including just down the I5 in Seattle that have their own dedicated police forces.

“Good work on them (CBSA). They’re so

underfunded When I was back in Ottawa (with a City of Delta and Metro Vancouver delegation) we brought up with every minister our concern and every one did not know there was not a police presence Chief (Neil) Dubord and I are arranging a trip to go down next month to Seattle to visit

their port They have just under 200 police officers dedicated to port work,” he said.

“Police intelligence in B C shows our port is a conduit for meth to come up from South America, and also firearms as well as an exit for a large number of stolen vehicles. We have all this happening, and no police presence whatsoever I find that incredible,” Harvie added.

this year ’ s Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM) convention

“It’s time local governments stood up and said, ‘Hey, this is affecting everyone. We have an addiction problem in this province and we need to do more to cut off the supply of illegal drugs’ I’ve also talked to our Metro Vancouver port representative about getting together and setting a meeting up and I hope to make a presentation to the (Port of Vancouver) board,” he said

ON TSAWWASSEN FIRST NATION LANDS

2023

NOTICE TO RESIDENTS

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.

Also chair of Metro Vancouver, Harvie noted “ a unified attack” on illegal activity in port facilities is required, adding that the CBSA’s Tsawwassen inspection facility, which opened four years ago, is a good step.

He said other provincial mayors are in agreement on the issue, which will be raised at

Three years ago, the city put forward a motion at the UBCM convention asking that the provincial and federal governments work together to reestablish a port policing or equivalent agency at the Roberts Bank container terminal and at all ports in B C

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IAN JACQUES

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A Chilliwack man is facing several charges in relation to a foiled break and enter in Tsawwassen.

Delta Police say that on Tuesday, June 20 at approximately 8:35 p m , officers responded to a break and enter in progress in Tsawwassen

“A complainant heard a noise and when she investigated, she challenged an unknown man inside her home,” said A Insp James Sandberg, media spokesperson for Delta Police “The suspect fled and police were called. The complainant was not harmed by the suspect.

Officers attended the

area and deployed a police dog which located the suspect hiding in a nearby residence under construction The suspect was arrested without incident.”

Michael Hilsabeck, a 33-year-old man from Chilliwack has been charged with three counts of break and enter, and one count of theft under $5,000.

Hilsabeck had been released from custody on June 16 following an unrelated breach of undertaking conviction

Driver rams police car

Police investigation continues following a driver slamming into a

Delta Police cruiser along a busy stretch of road in North Delta Monday afternoon, (June 26).

Around 1 p m , as a result of a call to 911, officers were looking for a driver in a vehicle who may have been in distress or impaired by drugs or alcohol

“At approximately 2 p m , the vehicle was located by officers and a vehicle stop was attempted,” said Sandberg

“The driver failed to stop for officers and rammed the police car As a result of the collision, the vehicle stopped, and officers arrested the driver.”

Sandberg said the driver received minor injuries from the arrest.

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Civic facilities need further improvements

SANDOR GYARMATI sgyarmati@delta-optimist com

The City of Delta now has a new Accessibility Plan

Last week, council gave the thumbs up for a staff recommendation for the plan aimed at identifying, removing and preventing barriers. Endorsed by the Mobility and Accessibility Committee, whose members were on hand to hear council’s June 19th discussion, the plan includes 34 actions that address the six principles in the province’s Accessible British Columbia Act of inclusion, adaptability,

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diversity, collaboration, self-determination and universal design

The city’s latest Social Action Plan, approved by council earlier this year, states Delta should try to enhance physical accessibility through the built environment and support social inclusion through the elimination of barriers for people with different abilities

In 2021, the Accessible British Columbia Act became law, requiring local governments to have an accessibility committee, accessibility plan and a public feedback tool in place by Sept. 1, 2023.

The plan must be reviewed and updated

at least once every three years.

Engineering Director Steven Lan told council that city staff are already well connected with the community and hearing their needs when it comes to accessibility issues. One recent example was hearing from a young lady from a local elementary school who wanted better access to a nearby park, so wheelchair letdowns were added, said Lan.

Mayor George Harvie said civic facilities are still in need of further accessibility improvements and asked staff to make them a yearly budget item.

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Deltagroupgetsfunding boosttohelpfarmersgrow morenature-friendlyfood

PHIL MELNYCHUK

Contributing Writer

Senior governments are kicking in $1 5 million to help more farmers work with nature as they grow food for our dinner plates.

The funding boost announced June 15 will allow Delta Farmland and Wildlife Trust (DFWT) to expand its programs beyond Delta and Richmond, eastward into the Fraser Valley.

“We have a lot of work ahead of us in making connections with those farmers in Metro Vancouver and Abbotsford and we ’ re really looking forward to building those partnerships and learning about those areas, ” said DFWT executive director Christine Schmalz

DFWT offers programs that encourage farmers to set aside fields for natural grasses for periods of time, or to create borders along the edges of fields where natural flowers, trees and shrubs can grow, which can provide wildlife habitat.

The largest program, by area, is the winter covercrop program where barley, oats or wheat are

planted in the fall to prevent winter erosion, retain soil moisture and lure hungry waterfowl away from producing fields

DFWT has been promoting such programs for the past 30 years in Delta.

Schmalz said the trust’s approach to working one-on-one directly with farmers is unique

One goal is to expand the grassland set-aside program, where natural grasses are added to crop rotation, to cover a field for up to four years That improves soil quality for later growing and provides habitat for wildlife for that period. Schmalz said that after giving fields such rest, potato farmers are reporting higher yields when they resume production.

Farmers get financial help for such programs. For the winter-cover crop program, costs are shared. For the grassland set aside program, farmers are paid $500 an acre per year, for up to four years

“Those costs associated in keeping the land are high To be able to support farmers in doing these actions, it really goes a long way in

making them happen,” Schmalz said.

The field margin program encourages farmers to plant grasses and wildflowers at the edges of fields, with $500 per acre reimbursed for five years

The hedgerow program encourages farmers to plant shrubs and native trees and grasses to provide permanent wildlife habitat and carbon storage along property lines or field borders Hedgerows can reduce wind erosion, improve pollination, provide shade for livestock and help rainwater infiltrate into the soil.

The money will help expand another new initiative, the blueberry rest program, which entails planting a mix of grasses, clover and flowers on fields where old blueberry plants have been removed. Soil quality is then improved when it’s time to plant new blueberry bushes. Farmers also get paid $500 an acre per year to join in that program

“We do our best to support farmers, recognizing that farmers are giving up quite a bit for removing land from production,” Schmalz said

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OPINION

Happy CanadaDay!

Canada Day is this Saturday

It’s a day to spend with family and friends, host a barbecue, or head out to enjoy the many celebratory events going on in South Delta.

Over the past few weeks, many in our community have been getting ready to show their community spirit by raising Canadian flags throughout the community

This initiative was from the Ladner and Tsawwassen Rotary Clubs and their Raise a Flag fundraiser

We have two flags out front of our office here in Ladner. Proceeds from the fundraiser will help support both clubs’ community events and projects.

Tsawwassen Rotarian Rick Lewall told us this week that South Delta is certainly ready for Canada Day. “We are pretty excited to have our biggest year to date and we are so appreciative of the support of our community. Also, a big shout out to the South Delta Rams Football Club who helped us install 250 flags in Tsawwassen alone!”

I always enjoy Canada Day and the community spirit and pride that comes with it

For the 12 years that I was editor of the Coast Reporter newspaper on the Sunshine Coast, Canada Day was filled with parades, food, games, cake and entertainment in Sechelt and Gibsons It was a fun time

It will also be a fun time here with community events thanks to the Tsawwassen Boundary Bay Lions Club in Diefenbaker Park as well as a family-friendly event at Kirkland House in Ladner You can read more about the Canada Day events in the community in this week’s print edition and online on our website.

It promises to be a fun Saturday filled with great options for all of us to enjoy.

Break out the red and white and celebrate.

Happy Canada Day everyone!

The challenges of affordable housing

The thrill of the grass is back Kids and adults are out on the diamonds enjoying the game and camaraderie that comes with baseball and softball

The Tsawwassen Mixed Slo-pitch League has been around since the 70’s and although my playing days are over after 30 odd years on the hot corner, I still help out with warm ups and base coaching I enjoy being around the new generation of this team

My daughter runs the team now and I recall how back in the day her and other children from my teammates at the time would enjoy playing at adjacent playgrounds while their parents were having fun on the field

I get to listen to the game time banter and discussions among 20-30 somethings about all kinds of things, which is very interesting indeed

Community Comment

The other day I overheard a discussion amongst a couple of players who wondered if their kids would play on this team that was founded in 1979. The answer was doubtful because they didn’t think they would be living here when family time comes. That is sad, but insightful considering the state of the home market here in South Delta

I know my daughter is anxious about being able to live and grow up where she was

born and I spoke to another player on the team who told me that this is usually one of the top three discussion points among young people at various social gatherings in South Delta

Low rental stock and near impossible home buying scenarios, you can see why housing angst is plaguing young generations

Global News recently reported that you will also need to earn more than $200,000 in Vancouver to afford an average priced home

The Hive noted this month that, “One of the key takeaways is that if you ’ re making $322,245 annually, it will take Vancouver residents approximately 454 months, or nearly 38 years, to save for the required down payment with a saving rate of 10 per cent.”

That means if you ’ re 28 today, you will have your home by age 66.

So long South Delta. Hello Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan!

MIKE SCHNEIDER

Proposalisaslapintheface

Editor:

The newest proposal for 4501 Arthur Drive should not be supported by council.

It would require council to change or turn a blind eye to: the Official Community Plan, Ladner’s Heritage Conservation Area Guidelines, residential zoning rules and Delta’s Tree Bylaw.

Developers have been working within Delta’s rules and guidelines since their inception so why change them all for this project? If we are willing to change them all for this project, why bother having them?

The two previous proposals for this property were withdrawn because the scale of the

proposals required both relocating the heritage house and protecting a prominent heritage Monkey Puzzle tree in the front yard The current developer purchased this property knowing these issues but, miraculously, the problem tree is now dead and the house that was inhabited when purchased, is now “rotting” and not worth saving

There are examples within the Heritage Conservation Area where developers have successfully worked within the rules on similar sized lots.

South of 44th on Arthur Drive, a developer built two larger houses near the street with a number of smaller hous-

es behind them Another developer found a different solution for the vacant lot between 45th & 46th where they plan on building what will appear to be a large heritage house but will actually be a fourplex with the garages hidden from the street. Both of these developers found creative solutions while fitting within Delta’s stated vision for Arthur Drive.

If council approves this project then don’t be surprised when Arthur Drive looks like Oak Street in Vancouver. This proposal is a slap in the face to all the people who have written the rules and those who have followed them

Clayton Sansbury

Better solutions needed

Editor:

Listening to the June 6 Committee of the Whole presentation about the 100 Year-old Heritage House at 4501 Arthur Drive, I was dismayed to see the house inspector report say: “Besides aging, the lack of maintenance for a quite long time has caused significant damages to the property”

One has to wonder about an owner ’ s negligent maintenance on this

valuable showpiece of Ladner’s history, or was it purposely done to allow the building to deteriorate and hope for future redevelopment and a big cash win fall? If the property owner did not properly maintain and repair this house, how could they be trusted to build and maintain a new larger 52-unit building on this site?

There needs to be a better compromise solution for housing on this

property.

Delta’s planning department specifically says: “Staff are encouraging the applicant to consider retention, restoration and integration of the existing heritage building with the proposed development and to engage a heritage professional to provide a more substantive heritage evaluation with possible mitigation and restoration recommendations.”

Bev Yaworski

Fed up with the coal dust

Editor:

Every few months we have to wash our fences down as they are covered in very small coal dust partials that allow a green slim to grow.

We live in Ladner on Wellburn Drive.

They say we aren’t effected by the coal shipments, but our fence gets worse every year

Just think what we are breathing in and the coal trains are becoming more frequent.

They want to expand the port? Need to review the coal shipments and if they can do more to reduce the dust that covers Ladner

Fed up washing my fence.

John and Toni Costelloe

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Recently the Delta Lifeboat Station received a generous cheque from the Tsawwassen Legion to help with the operating costs of this valuable Ladner based Delta Lifeboat. In return John Horton produced a thank you presentation piece - a paddle with the CLI logo and a thank you plaque for Legion branch 289 in Tsawwassen. Pictured left to right Jodie McDonald, Tanya MacNeill, Ken Harvey from the Legion and Brian Cook and John Horton from Delta Lifeboat.

Standinginsolidarity

Editor:

In response to the recent acts of aggression directed at the 2SLGBTQIA+ community in Ladner, the Community Action for Equity and Racial Justice Committee (a spoke of Resilience BC’s antiracism network) stands in solidarity with the 2SLGBTQIA+ community

It is important for all of us to recognize the damage that fear does

to everyone living in Ladner, engendering suspicion and turning people against one another.

The City of Delta does a good job during the month of June, flying Pride banners and flags and speaking words of support, however, making a community safe for 2SLBGTQIA+ children and adults is more than that It includes yearround acknowledgement of their existence: things like gender neutral wash-

rooms in all public spaces, inclusion in public artwork and photographs in city publications, for instance

Safety is physical safety, yes. It is also the assurance of being seen and valued in order to be able to thrive.

As a community, we can build this culture for everyone, especially for children

Community Action for Equity and Racial Justice Committee

River Road residents underserved by Translink

Editor:

Those living a few blocks west, and south, of the bus stop at River Rd. W and 46A, are ill-served by TransLink.

The difficulty of having bus stops on that section of River Rd. is recognized but, reportedly, buses did

operate several years ago, using Savoy and adjacent streets. It’s claimed the service was dropped following complaints of dangers to playing children.

This cancellation probably served the bus company, at the time,

as much as concerned parents

Those children will now be adults and the neighbourhood population has grown. It’s time we enjoyed the bus service enjoyed by others and that we all pay for.

Philip Hebbard

BC Ferries and Translink need to do better

Editor:

Representing Transport Action BC, a local transportation advocacy group, I would like to commend and respond to your article of June 22 highlighting the Sisyphean struggle to obtain the basic amenity of a covered waiting area for busses at the Tsawwassen and Swartz Bay ferry terminals.

It speaks volumes that our provincial transportation planners can consider a $5B bridge replacement to serve South Fraser commuting but can’t put together a $5,000 covered area that connects with the ferry terminal.

With the diversion of more ferry service to Tsawwassen to solve logistical problems getting auto traffic lined up, transit and walk-on users are now literally and figuratively left out in the cold. The solutions here are easy and can be tried and evaluated rather than endless buck-passing that lets the poor customer experience fester.

It should be noted that the failure here doesn’t end at the terminal curb. It is an embarrassment that our transit service is so thin that we subject bus passengers to the indignity of lining up and waiting with uncertainty

if they will make the next bus so they can take the 20 to 45 min crowded bus to the next well-serviced transit hub.

Translink and BC Transit can and must do better in planning and coordinating with BC Ferries With poor customer service, it will only encourage further automobile traffic to clog the Highway 99/George Massey and Highway 17/ Malahat corridors and take space from commerce and those who have no option but to drive on.

Alex Mandel/ President, Transport Action BC

Ladner Legion Branch No 61 recently presented a cheque for $5,000 to the Heron Hospice Society Pictured left to right; Rob Gardener, Sergeant at Arms, Al Ridgway, Legion president, Brian Reid, legion executive, Wayne Peace, Heron Hospice Society treasurer, Chris Pettypiece, president Heron Hospice Society, Russell Ford, Legion treasurer and Gerry Bramhill, Legion past president

Norm Sayfy, president and David Bliss, vice president, of TOOB present a cheque for $3,000 to Shari Barr, Annual Giving Manager from the Delta Community Health Foundation The Tsawwassen Order of Old Bastards have donated more than $44,000 since 1995 to support priority needs at the Delta Hospital Campus of Care.

AsbestosnottestedinDelta drinkingwaterqualityreport

SANDOR GYARMATI

sgyarmati@delta-optimist com

Delta’s drinking water supply once again gets a passing grade.

A staff report to council notes that, in 2022, Delta provided drinking water in compliance with the BC Drinking Water Protection Act and the BC Drinking Water Protection Regulation

Staff last year conducted approximately 1,324 water sample tests from the city’s drinking water distribution system, which were obtained from 34 sampling stations distributed throughout Delta. Samples were tested on-site for temperature, turbidity and chlorine residual, while an additional sample was sent to Metro Vancouver’s labora-

tory where it was tested for turbidity, chlorine residual, heterotrophic plate counts, total coliform bacteria and E coli

In addition, tests for metals, vinyl chloride and disinfection by-products were conducted at several sampling sites, while detailed physical and chemical analyses were performed on the artesian well water sourced from Watershed Park.

Based on the testing results from the program, Delta’s drinking water met the provincial requirement

The report also notes that of the samples taken, none tested positive for E.coli., however, one tested positive for total coliforms The city subsequently retested with a negative result.

Meanwhile, there are currently approximately 76 km of asbestos cement (AC) pipe being used in the municipal water system, but the city does not test for asbestos in the drinking water

Engineering director Steven Lan told the Optimist that the City of Delta operates the potable water system in compliance with applicable provincial and federal regulations, and follows Health Canada’s Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality. Those guidelines advise that there is no evidence of adverse health effects from exposure to asbestos through drinking water and Health Canada has not adopted any guideline values.

like to congratulate our students and wish them all the very best in their educational endeavors.

Shaniya Kumar; Emma Bavis; Emma Wood; Jessica Filthuth (missing from photo); Megan Cunningham; Reanna Rundhawa; Saiya Gill

Residentsoppositionpromptscity tostopLadnerbikelaneproject

SANDOR GYARMATI sgyarmati@delta-optimist com

The city is shelving a plan to add a bike land to a Ladner street following continued backlash from homeowners Council last week voted in favour of a staff recommendation that the 44th Avenue cycling improvements project, from Arthur Drive to 57th Street, be deferred. No timeline was given when the city would try again

Existing funding is to be reallocated towards ongoing and emerging cycling infrastructure improvements elsewhere

The project was part of the city’s overall Cycling Master Plan, but council has been getting heat from neighbourhood residents opposed to the elimination of on-street parking on the south side of the street

The proposed cycling improvements included marked buffered on-street cycling lanes, a defined parking lane along the north side of 44th Avenue and removal of the on-street parking along one side to accommodate the new cycling lane.

According to the engineering department, the cycling improvements would tie into existing cycling lanes along Arthur Drive and result in a continuous cycling facility on 44th Avenue from Ladner Elementary to Dugald Morrison Park

A report to council notes that while the cycling community endorsed the proposed improvements, residents in the project area raised strong opposition.

In response to feedback from residents last year, staff revised the design to incorporate some parking pockets on the south side of the roadway to provide some additional parking. Staff then held a second public consultation this spring,

The revised design retained the marked bike lanes along 44th Avenue but made provision for some limited parking pockets on the south side of the roadway. However, residents still wanted to keep all street parking on both sides of the road.

but that feedback also indicated, “that the proposed parking pockets fail to sufficiently meet on-street parking needs”

Of the 80 homes that were sent a survey questionnaire by the city, 40 per cent responded with 84 per cent of respondents indicating opposition. One resident gathered a petition in opposition as well

Council agreed to have the money that would have been invested in the project directed to other Ladner cycling improvements, following a motion put forward by Coun Dylan Kruger

Noting Tsawwassen had a similar situation with 8A Avenue before that roadway upgrade project went ahead, Mayor George Harvie said the 44th Avenue project will be revisited in a couple of years, once further improvements are made to the Ladner cycling network, which should prompt greater interest in making the network complete

“We’re not giving up, we ’ re just changing strategy,” said Harvie.

City hoping to be more ‘age-friendly’ for seniors

SANDOR GYARMATI sgyarmati@delta-optimist com

The City of Delta is hoping to become an age-friendly community.

In partnership with LevelUp Planning Collaborative, the city is currently undertaking a community Assessment and Action Plan to better understand the unique needs and challenges of older people in Delta.

“Age-friendly communities support older people by designing policies, services and structures related to the physical and social environment in ways that help people live safely, enjoy good health, and stay involved Through this Plan, the City of Delta can better incorporate the principles

of Age-Friendly planning to help ensure residents of all ages can stay active and thrive in Delta,” according to a city report Currently gathering public input with the consulting firm to get a better understanding of what older adults and the community feel about the age-friendliness of Delta, the city is aiming to have a draft action plan prepared by September.

Last year Delta received a grant from the BC Healthy Communities: AgeFriendly Community Grants Program to undertake an assessment of the seniors’ demographic in the city and develop an age-friendly strategy/ action plan.

The grant program is

delivered by BCHC in partnership with the BC Ministry of Health.

“With Delta’s growing seniors’ population, it is important to identify ways to ensure people can continue living independent, active lives, being involved in the community, and having a voice and access to the resources they need,” a report to council noted.

The target audience is older adults ages 65-andup, as that group has grown dramatically in the last 10 years in Delta People in the 50-to-64 age range are to also be considered

A previous report to council notes population aging is a major issue that is impacting all communities

* Registration ONLINE opens July 3rd!

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COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF BYLAWS – JULY 10, 2023

NoticeisherebygiventhatDeltaCityCouncilwillconsidergiving first, second, and third readings tothebylawsreferenced belowatitsRegularMeetingat 4:00 p.m. on Monday, July 10, 2023 intheNorthDeltaCentrefortheArts,Theatre,11425 84Avenue,Delta,BC,andbyelectronicmeansasauthorizedbyCouncilProcedureBylawNo.5000.

WATCH LIVE: TheRegularMeetingwillbebroadcastliveatwwwdeltaca/watchlive Membersofthepublicwhodonotwishto attendmaylistenandwatchtheproceedingsontheCity’swebsite VideorecordingsarearchivedontheCity’swebsite

Land Use Contract Discharge - Bylaw No. 8267 (File No. LU009541)

Location: 1174264AAvenue Applicants: GaganpreetSDhaliwal,RamandeepKDhaliwal

Proposal: To discharge the Land Use Contract SA 3000 to reveal the underlying Single Detached Residential 1 (RS1) Zone and allow a secondarysuitewithintheexistingdwelling ThisapplicationisconsistentwiththeOfficialCommunityPlan.

Staff Contact: KaterynaMorenets-604-952-3485

Land Use Contract Discharge - Bylaw No. 8268 (File No. LU009244)

Location: 8464116AStreet Applicant: RupinderKDeol

Proposal: To discharge Land Use Contract SA 2695 to reveal the underlying Single Detached Residential 1 (RS1) Zone and to allow a secondarysuitewithintheexistingdwelling ThisapplicationisconsistentwiththeOfficialCommunityPlan.

Staff Contact:KaterynaMorenets–604-952-3485

Land Use Contract Discharge - Bylaw No 8297 (File No LU009513)

Location: 6833DoverPlace Applicant: JatinderSSandhu

Proposal: TodischargeLandUseContractSA No 2740torevealtheunderlyingSingleDetachedResidential1(RS1)Zone Thiswouldallow theownerstoconstructanewsingledetacheddwellingwithanin-groundbasementandsecondarysuite Thisapplicationisconsistentwiththe OfficialCommunityPlan

Staff Contact: KaterynaMorenets,604-952-3485

Rezoning & Development Variance Permit - Bylaw No. 8294 (File No. LU009303)

Location: 9083112Street Applicant: RogerJawanda,CitiwestConsultingLtd

Proposal: TorezonefromSingleDetachedResidential1(RS1)toSingleDetachedResidential6(RS6)topermitsubdivisionintotwosingle detachedresidentiallotsandconstructionofanewdwellingwithanin-groundbasementandsecondarysuiteoneachlot

Adevelopmentvariancepermitisalsorequestedtoreducetheminimumeffectivepavementwidthrequiredforcollectorstreetsfrom 12mto 11mtomatchexistingconditionson112Street ThisapplicationisconsistentwithDelta’sOfficialCommunityPlan.

Staff Contact: CharisLoong–604-952-3814

Rezoning - Bylaw No. 8298 (File No. LU009494)

Location: 1149386Avenue Applicant: VladyslavLishchuk,EmpireDesignCorporation

Proposal: TorezonefromDuplex/SingleDetachedResidential3(RD3)toSingleDetachedResidential7(RS7)topermitsubdivisionintotwo single detached residential lots and construction of a new dwelling with an in-ground basement and a secondary suite on each lot This applicationisconsistentwithDelta’sOfficialCommunityPlan.

Staff Contact: LukeReynolds–604-946-3381

COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF BYLAWS – JULY 10, 2023 cont’d

Rezoning & Development Variance Permit - Bylaw No. 8289 (File No. LU009376)

Location: 49658AAvenue,855and871BayviewDrive Applicant: WesleyWollin,BURO47ArchitectureInc

Proposal: TorezonefromSingleDetachedResidential1(RS1)toSingleDetachedResidential5(RS5)topermitsubdivisionintofivesingle detachedresidentiallotsandconstructionofanewdwellingwithanin-groundbasementoneachlot

A development variance permit is requested to vary Section 629(d) of “Delta Zoning Bylaw No 7600, 2017” to allow a basement access depressioninthefrontyardofproposedLotA

Staff Contact: AdaLiu–604-946-3395

Rezoning, Road Closure & Development Variance Permit - Bylaw Nos. 8256 & 8257 (File No. LU009414)

Location: 80951Streetand51408AAvenue Applicant: HowardSmid,H SmidEnterpriseLtd

Proposal: Torezoneandacquireaportionof51Streetsouthof8AAvenueandincorporateitintothedevelopmentsitetopermitatwo-phasedsubdivisionasshownonMapNo 1

Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 7600, 2017, Amendment Bylaw No. 8257

TorezonethesubjectpropertiesasshownonMapNo

2fromSingleDetachedResidential1(RS1)toSingleDetachedResidential6(RS6)andtopermitsubdivisionintosevensingledetached residentiallotsandconstructionofasingledetacheddwellingoneachlot.

Delta Road Closure and Cancellation Bylaw No 8256

Tocloseandcancelapproximately4374m²ofCity-ownedroadidentifiedas“RoadtobeClosed”asshownontheRoadClosureSketchpriortothelandsbeingdisposedofinaccordancewiththe CommunityCharterand transferred to the property owner as part of a conditional road transfer and exchange agreement In return, Deltawould receive $179,000 and road dedication for the 51 Streetcul-de-sac

Development Variance Permit LU009414

Adevelopmentvariancepermitisalsorequestedtovary“DeltaZoningBylawNo 7600,2017”asfollows:

1 Section11606byreducingtheminimumexteriorsidesetbackfrom35mto28mfortheprincipalstructureonproposedLotF;and

2 Section11608byreducingtheminimumlotwidthforsubdivisionfrom13mto89mforproposedLotC,102mforproposedLotD,123mforproposedLotEand9mforproposedLotG ThisapplicationisconsistentwithDelta’sOfficialCommunityPlan.

Staff Contact: CharisLoong–604-952-3814

FOR MORE INFORMATION REGARDING THE PROPOSED BYLAWS

Materialsrelatedtotheproposalssuchastheproposedbylaws,detailedmapsandotherinformationmaybeinspectedatDeltaCityHall,4500ClarenceTaylorCrescent,Delta,BC,MondaytoFriday,excluding statutoryholidaysfrom8:30am to4:45pm fromThursday,June29,2023toMonday,July10,2023

If you have a general inquiry regarding the proposed bylaws or if you would like assistance to inspect any relevant documentation, please contact the Development Department by email at development@deltacaorbyphoneat604-946-3380

Correspondence received up to 12:00 p m on Wednesday, July 5, 2023 will be included in the Agenda package Correspondence received after and up to 10:00 a.m on Monday, July 10, 2023 will be provided to Council in a separate package prior to the start of the meeting

All correspondence will form part of the public record for these proposals and must include your name and full address

Thosewishingtoprovidecommentonproposedbylawsmaydosointhefollowingways:

Emailmayor-council@deltaca OR

Writeto: MayorandCouncil CityofDelta 4500ClarenceTaylorCrescent Delta,BCV4K3E2

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Road Closure Sketches

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Recently, a family member of mine with a critical illness (CI) was given the option to try some relatively new drugs that were not covered by our healthcare system. After evaluating her financial situation, her husband and she declined as they did not have the money to pay for it In the end, the family decided to help fund the cost and she was able to proceed with the new treatment regime and improve her recovery odds Unfortunately, not everyone has this option available to them.

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Thanks to CI insurance, you no longer need to choose between health or financial security.

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DeltayouthrecognizedwithRotaryawards

The Rotary Clubs of Tsawwassen, Ladner and North Delta recognized 56 local young people at the Delta Rotary Youth Awards on June 12 at Genesis Theatre in Ladner

The theatre was filled with the family, friends, nominators, and Rotarians who were inspired by the stories and contributions of the young people being honoured.

“It was an amazing evening listening to what

each person did to earn that award and how they made life better for people. The world is a little better for these young people who go the extra mile, said retired Delta educator Pat Rogers Mike McEwan, president of the Kindness Foundation of Canada observed, “The common thread tonight in all of these stories was kindness, and these young people exemplified the power and change that

comes from showing kindness to others.”

Award recipients and guests were entertained by MC Jill Bennett, Delta Secondary alumna and host of the Jill Bennett show on Global News, vocalist Sierra MacDougall and pianist Joshua Elliott

The 12th annual awards recognized contributions from Delta’s young people for helping in their community without seeking personal reward or accolades, those that have demonstrated compassion and empathy for others, shown inner strength in overcoming adversity and setting an example for others or acted on a global level

Delta Secondary

teacher Graham Harkley nominated Grade 12 student Alex Pryce who won both a Helping Hand award and was the recipient of this year ’ s Service Above Self award for having demonstrated exceptional leadership, selflessness, and service without expecting anything in return.

“Alex is a member of the Ojibway First Nations and will make a difference as he assumes leadership in the community,” said Harkley. “When something needs to be done, Alex is your man! He cajoles and convinces his peers to help and then gets the work gloves on and works harder than everyone else”

-Submitted by Rotary

SUBMITTED BY TSAWWASSEN ROTARY CLUB

On June 12 at the Genesis Theatre in Ladner, the three Delta Rotary Clubs presented 56 deserving youth with awards.

DCLScelebrates60yearsofcommunityinclusion

Anniversary is this month

Delta Community Living Society (DCLS) celebrates its 60th Anniversary this June

In 1963, DCLS was founded by Tony and Lucia Schmand who had a vision for their son Paul to be a valued and contributing member of society. At the time, options for families with a loved one with a developmental disability were very limited. Many people with disabilities were institutionalized or isolated at home

Tony travelled to Ottawa to secure land for what would come to be known as Variety Farm, and would create a vocational training centre to provide young men and women with developmental disabilities a place to live and work in our community.

“When DCLS was founded 60 years ago,

the mission was to improve the quality of life of people with developmental disabilities so they would be accepted and valued citizens,” said DCLS CEO Anita Sihota “While a lot has changed in 60 years, this mission still resonates and guides our leadership today.”

As DCLS moved into the 21st century, the organization embraced new thinking and innovative new service models that sought to integrate persons with developmental disabilities into their community. This included the development of new residential and community-based living options, such as home sharing and semi-independent living

DCLS also became an enthusiastic supporter of the self-advocacy movement, a civil rights move-

ment that is spearheaded by persons with disabilities which seeks to give them greater control over decisions that directly affect their lives.

“We talk about new ideas, events and activities with the self-advocates We also talk about our rights and responsibilities,” said DCLS selfadvocate Reid Parkes

“Our Society has a history of never being content with the status quo and of always striving forward into the future,” added Sihota “We’re so grateful to all the persons served, families, staff, volunteers, donors and community partners who have been a part of our journey.”

While DCLS still operates its administrative offices at the original Variety Farm site in East Ladner, the majority of its services have

moved into the heart of the community so that people with disabilities can contribute and participate in all aspects of community life.

You will find DCLS program locations throughout Tsawwassen, Ladner, North Delta and Surrey.

-Submitted by DCLS

ApartmentApplicationatLadnerTrunkRoadand53Street Addresses: 4834&484453Street,5349,5359&5367LadnerTrunkRoad FileNo: LU009536

•Shareyourfeedbackonlineat: letstalk.delta.ca/lu009536

Applicant: GaryBassi,BassiProperties

Thisapplicationinvolves:

•Aproposalfor2six-storeyapartment buildingswithatotalof211units (124marketand87rental),223off-street parkingspacesandcommonindoorand outdooramenityspace.

•AnOfficialCommunityPlanamendment toallowforthesix-storeyheightand floorspaceratioof2.31.

•Rezoningtoanewzonethatwouldallow theproposedapartmentbuildings

•ADevelopmentVariancePermittovary theminimumoff-streetparkingand loading,andcommonoutdooramenity spacerequirements.

•DevelopmentPermitforformand characterintheLV1Development PermitArea.

•Roadclosure,cancellationandsubdivision toconsolidatethesubjectpropertiesand lanededicationsintoasingleparcel.

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Tony Schmand with son Paul on his lap and Paul’s younger brother Nick looking on.

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Gallery 1710 opens new show on June 30

LEA PRICE

Contributing Writer

A new show at Gallery 1710, “Summer Showcase,” opens with the best of the best from our gallery artists. From landscape, seascape, cityscape, portraits, still life to abstraction these paintings excel in their creativity Each painting is an exploration of the artist’s feelings and their ability to express that, be it in watercolour, oil, acrylic or mixed media.

A stunning portrait by Leah Terpsma captures her subject, bathing her in ethereal light, juxtaposing her with another portrait in the painting creating a beautiful narrative.

Gillian Olson’s intricate ink drawing of a maple seed makes us stop and appreciate the wonder of nature There are landscapes that take one into the forest, breathing in the atmosphere and hearing the wind and waters of streams and waterfalls

rushing by. By using the elements of light, textures and colour our artists have produced a winning show Summer Showcase opens Friday, June 30 and continues until July 30. The gallery is open Friday through Sunday, from noon to 4 p.m. Please come and enjoy the exhibition located at 1710 - 56th Street, just north, across from the South Delta Recreation Centre. Visit us online at: southdeltaartistsguild com.

LIFESTYLES

GradsreadyfortheworldafterwalkingtheWestCoastTrail

PHIL MELNYCHUK

Contributing Writer

Another group of South Delta Secondary grads have left their phones alone for awhile and got to know each other a bit better on a seven-day trip along the edge of Canada.

Eighteen grads made the gruelling journey last month from Bamfield, southwards to Port Renfrew, along the West Coast Trail on Vancouver Island

The Grade 12s climbed ladders, scrambled over slippery boulders and dodged surging tides and treacherous roots for 82 km, with nothing but the Pacific Ocean between them and Japan.

The school has been organizing the trips since 2003, while the same group of four teachers have been organizing the journey since 2016.

Four teachers, Christine Wang, Dan Burgess, Bobby McDowell, Julia Van Vliet accompanied the students.

“Some days are pretty

rough, for sure, ” said McDowell

This year saw a highenergy group, with everyone evenly matched and keeping the same brisk pace, he said. Sometimes however, hikers go at different paces and teachers have to ensure everyone keeps up.

“This group was just super strong. That part of the trip wasn’t even a concern, ever, ” he added While the pandemic cancelled trips in 2020 and 2021, last year saw a resumption of the adventure, but the constant

rain, as is only found on the West Coast, made it miserable

This year, the weather was much better, though the group narrowly missed the closure of Highway 4 because of the forest fires around Port Alberni.

Students started preparing with weekly meetings in January on what to bring, how to pack a back pack and setting up a tent. There’s even a rehearsal involving an overnight stay on Galiano Island to make sure.

“If they make any mis-

Enjoy some Canada Day jazz

IAN JACQUES

ijacques@delta-optimist com

Ladner’s Martin

Hatlelid brings his Rambling Gentlemen to Tsawwassen for a Canada Day performance

Hatlelid originally from Ladner, and a student of Delta Music School, is a young and up-coming jazz vocalist with a love

for the traditional jazz styles

On vocals and trombone is Brad Shigeta, a former member of the Duke Ellington Orchestra who’s travelled the world performing this music since his early 20s

On guitar accompaniment is Noah Gotfrit, a young musician who has toured extensively across

Europe, Western Canada and the United States with a wide variety of musical acts.

The Rambling Gentlemen are based in Vancouver and play traditional jazz standards in the style of the 1930s and 40s. Their arrangement of standards are inspired by groups and individual artists such as the Mills

adventure therapy.

“A lot of people do these things and they don’t realize how therapeutic it is for them,” he said “It’s just something they do, but they’re actually benefiting from these things”

The trip is organized so that students start on the north end of the trip, at Bamfield, which is the easiest part. Steep slopes and ladders and huge boulders make the Port Renfrew end the most difficult

Trail in 2004 to 2005, walking about 40 km a day, from Alberta to Newfoundland.

One benefit, apart from a huge boost in confidence in having conquered the worldfamous West Coast Trail, just as they finish high school, is that students realize they enjoy hiking, leading to further outings when they finish school.

takes, that they learn on the one nighter, rather than on the big trip,” McDowell said.

Part of the experience involves talking to elementary school students about their trip before they go and then after they return.

“This year, we saw a lot of whales The timing was nice for the grey whale migration,” McDowell said He brought a particular perspective to the trip having written his master’s thesis a year and a half ago on the topic of

“We think students get stronger as the trip goes on and so far, it seems to hold up, ” McDowell said “They seem to get stronger and their bags get lighter because they’re eating their food.”

Such an ordeal also shows that different people have different strengths. Some people don’t like climbing ladders. Some don’t like struggling through the sand on a beach

The art and photography teacher has previous experience on long walks. He trekked along the Trans Canada

“I think it kind of reminds students that they live in a really amazing place,” McDowell said The West Coast Trail is not like Tsawwassen.

“But it seems like it’s in a far-flung country but it’s right there. You don’t have to go very far to enjoy these things”

McDowell hopes the students have passed on what they have learned to the younger kids in elementary, to face their challenges and work their way through them and break the bigger challenges into smaller things, “And before you know it, you ’ ve done something that you wouldn’t have thought you could do.”

Brothers, Guy Lombardo & His Royal Canadians, Al Bowlly, and so on. They will be performing on Canada Day at L’Aromas, 1200 56th Street, Tsawwassen, between 6 and 8 p m and are a monthly feature as well. More info on the band and Hatlelid’s music is at https://emmettmartinhatlelid.com/.

PHOTO SUBMITTED BY SDSS

A group of Grade 12 students from South Delta Secondary recently conquered the West Coast Trail.

PHOTO COURTESY MARTIN HATLEL D Ladner’s Martin Hatlelid, lead singer for The Rambling Gentleman, will be performing on Canada Day at L’Aromas in Tsawwassen.

Delta Optimist

The privilege of freedom

Sacred

All

As we celebrate Canada Day this year, I encourage you to reflect on the freedom we enjoy as Canadians.

We are not a perfect nation by any means, but I am so thankful to live in a country where freedom is highly valued and where so many people have made significant sacrifices to ensure that our generation can live in freedom We cannot take this for granted.

Freedom is a gift and a privilege

Like how Canadians today received the gift of freedom through the sacrifice of our predecessors, the bible says that Jesus’ sacrifice ultimately paved the way for our freedom. In Romans 8, it says, “There is therefore

Minister’s Minute PAUL PARK

now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. For the law of the Spirit of life has set you free in Christ Jesus from the law of sin and death” Our freedom from sin and death came at a great cost the precious life of Jesus Christ God

was willing to sacrifice his life for us because he loved us so much; he did not want us to be stuck in sin. He wanted to break us free from the shackles of sin so that we may be free to enjoy a beautiful relationship with him

But this freedom was not given so that we may live in any way we want Galatians 5 says, “For you were called to freedom, brothers Only do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another.” There is a purpose to our freedom in Christ We are freed so that we may use our freedom to serve others in love; not to enjoy our freedom selfishly. How are you using your freedom to love and serve others?

SOUTH DELTA BAPTIST CHURCH

South Delta Classic Cars cruise on Canada Day returns

IAN JACQUES

ijacques@delta-optimist com

South Delta Classic Cars group will be out on the streets of Tsawwassen and Ladner for its Canada Day Cruise on Saturday, July 1.

The cruise will start at the Tsawwassen Commons A&W with a “Cars and Coffee” from 8 to – 9:45 a m , which is open for the public to come and view the static car show beforehand.

The cruise will commence at around 10 a m

It is expected that 100 to 150 vehicles will take part in this year ’ s cruise Last year, saw, roughly, 175 vehicles that participated

South Delta Classic Cars meets weekly in Ladner on Wednesdays from 5 to 8 p m at the Dairy Queen as well as on Fridays from 5 to 8 p m at the Tsawwassen Commons A&W.

They will also be holding their annual Sun Festival Car Show on BC Day (Aug. 7) at Winskill Park in Tsawwassen.

Here are the approximate times and locations for

the Canada Day Cruise:

*A&W: 10 a m

*56th St - Southpointe Academy: 10:05 a m

*Turn right onto 16th Ave.: 10:10 a.m.

*Turn left onto 53A St : 10:11 a m

*Turn right onto 12th Ave.: 10:13 a.m.

*Arrive English Bluff and 12th Ave.: 10:15 a.m.

*Turn right onto English Bluff Rd: 10:19 a m

*Quick left onto Pacific Drive, then quick right: 10:19 a.m.

*Stay on Pacific, then left onto Wesley Drive: 10:23 a.m.

*Turn right onto English Bluff Road: 10:24 a m

*Turn left onto 1st Ave : 10:27 a m

*Pull over on 1st Ave. at Diefenbaker Park: 10:30 a m

*Left off 1st Ave onto 56th St : 10:34 a m

*Head north on 56th and turn right onto Southlands Dr : 10:35 a m

*Proceed straight thru first traffic circle: 10:38 a.m.

*At second traffic circle, take third exit onto Boundary Bay Rd : 10:39 a m

Happy Canada Day!

*Head north on Boundary Bay Rd. and turn right onto Beach Grove Rd : 10:43 a m

*Left onto 16th Ave at the stop sign: 10:45 a m

*Right onto 56th St., heading north: 10:47 a.m.

*Right (after 19th St ) into Baptist Church parking lot: 10:50 a.m.

*Right onto 56th St., thru lights at Hwy 17 to 28th Ave : 10:57 a m

*Right onto 28th Ave. to 53rd St. (south portion of Arthur Drive): 10:58 a.m.

*Left onto 45th Ave : 11:05 a m

*Right onto 46A St.: 11:08 a.m.

*Right onto 47A St : 11:12 a m

*Proceed east on Ladner Trunk Rd and turn right on Harvest Dr.: 11:18 a.m.

*Take first left onto Clarence Taylor Way and proceed past the hospital: 11:19 a m

*Right onto Mountainview Blvd: 11:20 a.m.

*Proceed to stop sign and turn left onto Harvest Dr : 11:21 a.m.

*Take Harvest Drive/44th Ave. to Arthur Drive and finish: 11:22 a m

Lots of Canada Day fun at Kirkland House

IAN JACQUES

ijacques@delta-optimist com

Kirkland House will once again be hosting a family fun event on Canada Day, Saturday, July 1.

Activities run from noon to 4 p.m. at Kirkland House (4140 Arthur Drive) and its surrounding grounds.

Activities in the house include: demonstrations from the Delta Weavers & Spinners and the Boundary Bay Quilters’ Guild There will be cardboard looms for the kids to try and house tours

Outside on the grounds, Kirkland House volunteers have created wooden toys

to be assembled for a suggested donation to the Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation. There will also be Guide dog demonstrations, a display of Mike Guichon’s tractors, refreshments served up by the Kirkland House Scouts groups as well as entertainment from the McKee Jammers, Legion Jammers, the Delta Police Pipe Band, as well, South Delta Secondary student Brooke Hamilton will sing O Canada

There will also be visits from MP Carla Qualtrough, Delta South MLA Ian Paton and members of Delta council

Canada Day at Diefenbaker

IAN JACQUES

ijacques@delta-optimist com

Canada Day festivities in South Delta will be once again hosted by the Boundary Bay Lions Club.

The family fun event runs from 10 a m to 1 p m on Canada Day, Saturday, July 1 in Diefenbaker Park in Tsawwassen.

Enjoy free hot dogs and drinks, entertainment, balloon twisting and face painting, wood fun and gymnastics for the kids. There will also be the annual giant birthday cake served up by local dignitaries

The event is free, but donations are greatly appreciated by the Lions Club

There will be lots of family fun to celebrate Canada Day at Diefenbaker Park on Saturday.

TRUE OR FALSE

1 The popular video game seriesAssassin’s Creed was developed in Quebec

2 The first European explorers arrived in Canada in 1534

3 The first newspaper printed in Canada was the Halifax Gazette

4 Hawaiian pizza and California rolls were invented by Canadians.

5 Moncton is the capital of New Brunswick.

WHAT HAPPENED FIRST

6 The opening of the first railroad in Canada or the first baseball game in Canada?

7 The founding of the RCMPor the right for women to vote in federal elections?

8 The creation of the National Film Board or the creation of the CBC?

9 The opening of the CNTower or the opening of the Confederation Bridge?

10 The first Calgary Stampede or the first Grey

Drumming circle at KinVillage

IAN JACQUES

ijacques@delta-optimist com

KinVillage in Tsawwassen is hosting a Canada Day celebration and drumming circle on Friday, June 30 at the KinVillage Community Centre. Bring your family to this fun intergenerational celebration of Canadian

families from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Canada Day cupcakes will be served following the drumming circle Wear red and white!

The drumming circle will be led by Lyle Povah, an international musician, keynote speaker, drum circle facilitator, researcher and workshop leader KinVillage is located at 5430 10th Ave.

PHOTO COURTESY KINVILLAGE

KinVillage is hosting a Canada Day drum circle celebration on Friday.

Canada Day

Canada is made up of 10 provinces and three territories. CAN YOU IDENTIFY THE FLAG ASSOCIATED WITH EACH OF THEM?

CAN YOU IDENTIFY THE FLAG ASSOCIATED WITH EACH OF THEM?

HAPPYCANADADAY!

MayorGeorgeV.HarvieandDeltaCouncilwishourcommunity asafeandhappyCanadaDayfilledwithgreatmemories!

Aswecelebratethisbeautifulcountry,let’sembracediversity andthevaluesofinclusionandmutualrespect allofwhich makesCanadasoremarkableandanincredibleplacetolive.

(lefttoright): CouncillorDanielBoisvert,CouncillorJessieDosanjh,CouncillorDylanKruger, MayorGeorgeV Harvie,CouncillorAliciaGuichon,CouncillorRodBinder,CouncillorJenniferJohal

Fly-in on Canada Day at the Delta Heritage Airpark

IAN JACQUES

ijacques@delta-optimist

com

All are welcome and entrance is free to the Delta Heritage Airpark Fly-in on Canada Day, Saturday, July 1.

The day starts off with a pancake breakfast from 9 to 11 a m (a small fee will be charged) with a barbecue lunch starting at noon (a small fee will be charged).

Aircrafts will be on display starting at 8 a m

The event is a great opportunity for young and old to see airplanes up close and personal

The Fly-in is hosted by the Chapter 85 of the Recreational Aircraft Association of Canada and the Delta Heritage Airpark Operating Committee who manage the Airpark on behalf of

Street in Delta

Metro Vancouver. The Airpark is located at 4103-104th

PHOTO SUBMITTED

The Fly-in is hosted by the Chapter 85 of the Recreational Aircraft Association of Canada and the Delta Heritage Airpark Operating Committee.

Located on a small peninsula, Point Roberts is an exclave, meaning it is a part of the United States physically separated from the rest of the country. Surrounded by water on three sides and bordered

by Canada to the north, Point Roberts is accessible only by land through Canada. Despite its size, Point Roberts boasts a charming coastal setting with stunning natural beauty. Its

coastline, sandy beaches, and panoramic views of the Salish Sea attract visitors and residents alike.

Please follow these easy rules to make your vote count! One ballot per person please. You do not need to complete the entire ballot, but you must enter a minimum of 25 categories. Must be over 19 to enter.

*Indicates categories where there will be a winner announced in each community of Ladner and Tsawwassen.

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Tsawwassen crossing guard always there to ensure everyone’s safe

Whatever the weather, rain or shine, scorching heat or freezing cold, Nancy Anderson always shows up for her outdoor job.

As a crossing guard for the kids at South Park Elementary for the last 13 years, Anderson, 74, has rarely taken a day off

She is in charge of the pedestrian crossing at one of Tsawwassen’s busiest roads, 56th Street, at 8A Avenue.

It’s easy work, just a half hour morning and afternoon, and it’s all

within walking distance of her home.

Armed with a stop sign and a vest, she controls the crosswalk to ensure kids get to and from school safely

“The children are extremely respectful,” she said

The same goes for the high school students, she adds. And they always say thank you

“So it’s really a very pleasant environment.”

The road is one of the main thoroughfares through Tsawwassen and

it can be noisy

“It’s very busy. There’s a lot of traffic there,” she says

Thankfully, the intersection has a pedestrian control light that brings traffic to a halt “That’s a huge benefit having that light there,” Anderson said

She has noticed more traffic, and more dump trucks, in the last 13 years.

Motorists always stop however, though sometimes she has to make sure they’re slowing

down

“Some cars like to go through orange lights, so you just really have to be careful, that’s all,” she adds.

Balancing out the noisy trucks are “ a lot more Teslas” whose electric motors make for a quieter street and cleaner air. She can tell when there’s an older vehicle around compared to an electric car.

“But it’s definitely cleaner air,” she says She doesn’t carry a cellphone so that she can maintain her attention and focus.

While she’ll give instruction to kids, she won’t say a word to adults, whether they’re walking or driving

“I like to be gracious

and I don’t tell adults what to do.”

Sometimes, adults don’t wait for the light to turn red, or sometimes cars turn while she’s in the crosswalk

“Adults, I kind of let them do their own thing. They’re adults”

Tanis Akiyama, administrative assistant at South Park, says she’s never seen Anderson miss a day of work in two years.

“Rain or shine, thick or thin, she’s there every day,” said Akiyama. “She bakes cookies for us She’s just so kind. She’s always smiling.”

In addition to controlling an intersection every school day, Anderson also delivers the Optimist every week

“You want to do as much as you can, to keep as healthy as you can, for as long as you can, ”

Anderson said “I’m sure there will be a day I won’t be able to do any of this, but for now, I’m OK”

-Staff Writer

JIM KINNEAR PHOTO Nancy Anderson has been the crossing guard for the past 13 years for South Park Elementary.

Senior’sbequesthelpsupdateloungeareaatMcKeeCentre

PHIL MELNYCHUK

Contributing Writer

The lounge in the McKee Seniors Recreation Centre is looking brighter and cleaner thanks to all new chesterfields and chairs, tables, book cases and window blinds

All of that was thanks to a donation made by Lesley Kulhanian, Kulhanian was a past member of the centre and loved to dance and took dancing classes at the centre. She died in February 2021 at age 94

In her will, she requested that $30,000 be donated to the centre.

“We’re just very grateful for her donation to make our lounge look like 2023,” said Debbie Lindsey, a volunteer at the centre “It really looks very nice and very bright in there We’re very pleased”

The lounge includes two sitting areas and a small library area

The centre is for seniors, 50 years and older It has a billiards room, cafe, activity space and outdoor patio.

Kulhanian travelled

the world and worked in Canadian diplomatic services in Japan, Philippines, Poland and Thailand, then landed in Ladner in 1992, to retire with her sister

“She had a heck of a life,” Lindsey said.

A plaque will be installed in the lounge recognizing the contribution.

McKee House Seniors Society operates the building on 47th Avenue in partnership with the City of Delta.

The society has a membership of about 850

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The McKee Seniors Centre in Ladner recently had a bit of a facelift thanks to a donation from a former member.

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2007Infernoheating upasprovincialsnear

MARK BOOTH

mbooth@delta-optimist com

Delta 2007 Inferno are building momentum towards co-hosting the upcoming provincial U17B championships including a big tournament win earlier this month in Langford.

The rep softball team went undefeated in four games to capture the Vancouver Island event. The girls will join the 2006 Inferno to welcome 14 other teams for Softball B.C.’s provincials, slated for July 14-16 at North Delta Community Park.

The run to gold got off to a slow and wet start as Delta overcame a near sixhour rain delay and a four-run deficit to slip past the Victoria U15A Glory

6-4

The Inferno then battled the

Cloverdale 2007 Fury to a 4-4 tie, before riding the shutout pitching of Korina Dufour to a 10-0 win over the Ladysmith Lightning

It was then onto the semi-finals and a match-up with the host 2006 Langford Lightning and more terrific pitching. Alaina Cofman surrendered just one run while striking out eight over seven innings in a 5-1 triumph.

The gold medal game featured a rematch with the Fury as both teams produced wins against their older opponents to reach the final

The showdown more than lived up to the hype with plenty of energy and hot bats Delta battled back from a four-run deficit to produce a thrilling 5-4 victory by scoring three in the fifth and the go-ahead run in the sixth thanks to a clutch RBI single from

Sabrina Pietraroia.

The Inferno line-up also features: Ava Compton, Hayden McConnell, Hudsyn Milne, Jasmin Schellekens

– Ingram, Katie Olfert, Kya Yun, Lilli Kozak, Lucy Lotto, Paige Beck, Sofie

McDonnell and Victoria Theroulde.

The coaching staff is led by head coach Leanne Baird with assistants Adam McDonnell, Doug Harris, Ed Selinger, Madison Selinger and Lisa Brown.

Kyle Losse Memorial Tournament starts Friday at Winskill

MARK BOOTH

mbooth@delta-optimist com

It’s the biggest weekend of the year for Tsawwassen Amateur Baseball with the 2023 Kyle Losse Memorial Tournament getting underway on Friday morning

The annual event was launched in 2018, months after the talented Tsawwassen teen tragically passed away from complications of a massive stroke.

The 14-year-old was destined to play for the Delta Jays Bantam rep team at the time and it didn’t take long for the Losse family to work with long-time

head coach Cam Frick to put together one of the top tournaments in the province in Kyle’s memory.

This year ’ s tournament will feature 16 teams doing battle for the Bantam title and another six contending for Pee Wee Division honours All three diamonds at Winskill Park will be in use. Ladner’s Cromie Park will also host Bantam games on Friday and Saturday.

The host Jays return as defending champions and are coming off a tremendous 2022 season that culminated with winning the 15U national championship They are also enjoying a solid 2023

campaign with a 22-9 league record

Delta opens round robin play on Friday with a pair of games, taking on the Vancouver Mounties at 10:30 a m and the Victoria Mariners at 6 p.m. The Jays will conclude preliminary play on Saturday against the Calgary Bucks at 6 p.m.

The Bantam Division will also feature Cloverdale Rangers, Coquitlam Reds, UBC Thunder, North Shore Twins, Langley Blaze, Whalley Chiefs, Chilliwack Cougars, Parksville Royals, Abbotsford Cardinals, White Rock Tritons, Tri-City Thunder and Mid-

Island Pirates

The top two teams from each of the four pools advance to Sunday’s quarterfinals The semi-finals are slated for 10:30 a.m. on Monday with the championship game to follow at 1:30 p.m.

Joining the host Tsawwassen A’s in the Pee Wee Division are Aldergrove, Langley, Vancouver, Richmond and Campbell River. The title game will be played at 3 p.m. on Monday.

The Winskill Park concession stand will be in operation throughout the long weekend There will also be prize draws and 50/50 pots

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After producing a big tournament win in Langford, the 2007 Delta Inferno are looking forward to hosting the upcoming provincial U17B championships.

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ATTFIELD, Edward (Ed) Albert

Edward (Ed) Albert Attfield (80), of Delta, British Columbia (B C ), passed away at home on May 29, 2023 Ed was born to Albert and Jean Attfield on February 2, 1943, n Red Deer, Alberta He s predeceased by his parents and brother, Ron Attfield After moving from the Praires, Ed ived a arge porton of his ife in Victoria, B C , movng to the manland in the mid 1980s He was a talented musican who loved playing gutar Ed was the lead gutarist in the band the Pharaohs, popular from 1958 - 1972 In additon to hs love of musc, he enjoyed the beaches in Tsawwassen and road trps along the Oregon Coastlne In the latter half of his life, he greaty enoyed hs work with FedEx and al the many connections he made aong the way He loved to chat and spoke fondly of al of those who he crossed paths with during hs empoyment years

Ed is survved by hs ovng daughter, Dr Chanele Edwards and his former wfe, Sheia Edwards A private celebraton of life wil be hed with mmediate famly

In honour of Ed, please enjoy some quet tme by the beach on a warm summer evening

MaytheSunshineofComfort DispeltheCloudsofDespair

RIVERS, Victor B.

April 14, 1939 June 09, 2023

SALT, Joan Mary

February 8, 1942 to June 22, 2023

It s with great sadness we announce the passing of Joan Salt

Joan passed peacefuly at the Irene Thomas Hospice after a long and courageous battle wth cancer She was preceded by her late husband Alan in 2008

She leaves behind her chidren Liz and her husband Steve, and Rob and hs wife Amanda, and her chershed grandchidren, Thomas, Jennifer, Hannah and Chrstopher Joan had many frends who appreciated her kind, consderate nature who she loved to spend tme wth

Born in Stoke-on-Trent, England, she qualified as a chldcare nurse and spent her career working wth chldren in hosptals and schoos She married Alan, the love of her lfe, when she was 21 They spent their happiest days travellng around Europe in their RV They emigrated to Canada in 2007 to be wth their chidren and ther familes who had already emigrated

Joan loved the community of Ladner where she was a keen lawn bower and was nvoved wth many activtes where she made many close frends

A heartfet thanks to the staff of the Irene Thomas Hospice who supported her and her famiy wth love and care during her final weeks

A service for Joan wil be held Saturday, Juy 8th at 10:30 am at All sants Anglican Church, 4755 Arthur Drve, Ladner In lieu of flowers, please consder contributing to the Savaton Army n Joan’s name salvationarmy ca

Joan, you will be forever in our hearts

Victor Brereton Rivers, known to his loved ones as Vic, passed away peacefully on June 9th, 2023, in Delta, BC, at the age of 84. He was born on April 14th, 1939, in Ottawa, Ontario, to Victor H. Rivers and Margot Rivers (nee Sundqvist), both of whom preceded him in death.

Vic is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Susan Elizabeth Rivers; son David Rivers; daughter Heather Rivers; daughter in law Abby Rivers; his daughter’s partner Roland Pfaff; and his grandchildren Sam, Madeleine and Dillon Rivers, and Victor Shepherd. He is also survived by his brother Timothy (Pam) Rivers; sisters in law Janice (James, deceased) MacAulay and Marian (Ted) Robinson; as well as many nieces, nephews, grandnieces, and grandnephews.

Vic attended Ashbury College in Ottawa for high school and went on to receive his undergraduate degree in aeronautical engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, NY, and his MBA from the University of British Columbia. Vic worked in the aeronautical industry in Montreal and Yuma before joining CP Air in Vancouver in 1968. He and Susan fell in love with the west coast, particularly the ’beach house’ in Tsawwassen, where they raised their children. Vic was an all around athlete who enjoyed skiing, football, boating and golf. Behind a sometimes quiet exterior, he kept a sharp mind, dry wit and his natural flair for storytelling. An engineer through and through, he was a fixer and avid inventor, particularly of things that could be launched with a kaboom, beyond the surprised expectations of his family, neighbours or bystanders.

Vic will be remembered for his integrity, commitment to family, particularly his one and only love, Susan, his close affection for cars, boats and model airplanes, amusing stories, business sense, and inspiring fortitude and determination through his 7 year battle with terminal cancer. He is deeply missed already.

A celebration of Vic’s life will be held at the Beach Grove Golf Club in Delta, BC, on Tuesday, July 11, 2023, from 2 4 pm. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Vic’s memory to Movember to support raising awareness and funds for men’s health, particularly prostate cancer. ca.movember.com/mospace/14975130

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