Delta Optimist August 31 2023

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WelcomingstudentsbacktoschoolinDelta

MIKE SUN

Contributing Writer

As schools get set to re-open their doors on Tuesday, the Delta School Board is implementing various measures to enrich its learning environment as students head back to class

School board chair Val Windsor said trustees remain committed to its three-year strategic plan approved in 2021

She said the board is taking proactive steps, such as the Feeding Futures program and seamless childcare support, to prioritize students’ well-being.

“There are always new things happening in the school district,” Windsor said. “We are committed to doing what we have planned with regards to our Vision 2030 plans”

The Feeding Futures program initially began with the provincial government allocating $60 million through the Student and Family Affordability Fund to assist students and families grappling with the impact of inflation This one-time funding aims to aid school districts to provide meals and other necessary school materials It also covers additional fees for activities like field trips for students in need.

This year, the program has evolved into a three-year commitment, fostering collaboration with local communities, Indigenous groups, and parent councils to cater to broader student needs

“Students can have stigma-free access to nutritious food at school,” said Windsor. “They don’t have to approach their teachers and say that they are hungry.”

The seamless childcare program will continue on a

broader scale, providing before-and-after-school care for kindergarten-aged children Last year, the program was initiated as a pilot project at Sunshine Hills Elementary in North Delta to meet the community’s need for accessible, high-quality childcare

Following the success of the project, the school board is expanding it by adding 12 more spots to accommodate additional kindergarten students while maintaining care for current participants.

“We offer childcare in more than 20 of our elementary schools,” Windsor said.

Other notable changes in the provincial-wide school year include the exclusion of letter grades for students below Grade 10, and the implementation of a mandatory Indigenous-focused curriculum.

“I can say that we are really proud of our work with Truth and Reconciliation and our Indigenous students,” Windsor said.

The school district will provide leadership opportunities for Indigenous youth and host Indigenous teachings at East Delta Hall by various Indigenous leaders.

Superintendent Doug Sheppard said the district always takes a forward-thinking approach when it comes to engaging in learning experiences and opportunities for academic growth.

“This year, we will seek internal and external public feedback regarding the revision of our strategic plan,” Sheppard said. “This is our driving strategy moving forward.”

MIKE SUN PHOTO

Getting set to welcome back students to classes in Delta are left to right; Patricia Huffington, administration assistant at Heath Elementary, Delta School District board chair Val Windsor, Heath Elementary principal Kelly Reeve and District principal Claire Clancy.

UPFRONT

DeltaPoliceputoutmessageinadvanceofHellNight

September 5 marks the eagerly awaited return of youth to school, signalling the beginning of another academic year.

It’s an exciting day as many seize the opportunity to reunite with friends and acquaintances after the summer break Particularly in South Delta, a unique tradition has emerged where young people gather on this evening, commonly referred to as “Hell Night.”

During this event, large groups of youth assemble, throughout South Delta. Regrettably, this behaviour has drawn criticism for its lack of respect towards the community, neighbours, educational institutions, and even their own well-being. Noise disturbances and property damage have been associated with Hell Night in the past. In light of these occurrences, there have been raised concerns about the adequacy of police intervention in preventing Hell Night.

“It’s worth noting that while some Hell Night events transpire peacefully without causing any disturbances and the majority of participants are respectful, there are instances where actions taken are neither peaceful nor reasonable, leading to disruptions,” said Delta Police “As a society, we refrain from imposing sweeping curfews or zero-tolerance policies across all aspects, recognizing the need for balanced and reasonable measures.

“In the Canadian law context, unlawful assembly refers to the gathering of three or more individuals with the intent to carry out an action that they know will disrupt others. This definition holds significance as it aids law enforcement personnel in determining appropriate responses to various service calls It serves as a guiding principle to distinguish acceptable conduct from unacceptable.”

Any police response or intervention during Hell Night is fundamentally centred on ensuring public safety. This encompasses the wellbeing of those participating in Hell Night activities and the broader community affected by such participation. The safeguarding of individuals and property remains paramount.

“To those considering participation in Hell Night, we impart a simple yet crucial message: prioritize your safety and demonstrate respect for your community,” adds Delta Police. “This community encompasses your neighbours, schools, law enforcement officers, and, most importantly, yourself. Should you encounter a Delta Police officer during Hell Night while engaging in activities that are neither peaceful nor reasonable, it’s important to recognize that officers possess a range of legal tools at their dis-

posal. Many infractions under the Liquor Control Licensing Act and the Cannabis Control and Licensing Act, which pertain to minors, entail a fine of $230 per offence Additionally, the liquor is seized, and

oftentimes, a guardian is contacted to arrange a safe journey home. Criminal offences, such as Causing a Disturbance and Mischief, result in arrest, notification of a guardian, and a subsequent court appearance.

As you participate in Hell Night, remember to have fun responsibly, prioritize safety, and treat others and your surroundings with respect”

-Submitted by Delta Police

A City of Delta worker cleans-up the skateboard park in Ladner following hell night vandalism a few years ago.

Optimistwelcomes newreporter

The Delta Optimist is adding a new reporter to its newsroom.

Phil Melnychuk joins the Optimist this week working alongside reporter Sandor Gyarmati, editor Ian Jacques and photographer Jim Kinnear

Melnychuk, who has been freelancing with the Optimist the past two summers, comes to Delta after gaining experience at several community newspapers. His most recent job posting involved a position as city and provincial affairs reporter with the Maple Ridge News. Before that, he worked as a reporter at Business in Vancouver

and as a desk editor at The Province.

He initially joined Lower Mainland Publishing in 1991 after accepting a position as editor of the Abbotsford Times.

Any positive comments about the Edmonton Oilers’ glorious past are always wel-

come.

“We are thrilled to have Phil join our news team,” said Jacques “Phil is a talented reporter and editor and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience working in community newspapers. Please join me in welcoming him to Delta.”

Melnychuk replaces sports editor and community news reporter Mark Booth who retired last week after 36 years with the Optimist and Richmond News

Melnychuk will be covering community news, features and municipal affairs. All sports inquiries should be directed to editor Ian Jacques.

Houseboat destroyed in overnight blaze along Fraser River

PHIL MELNYCHUK

PMe nychuk@delta-optimist com

Delta firefighters doused an early-morning fire in a houseboat along River Road, Aug 25

According to Deputy Fire Chief Tim Ipsen, the fire broke out between 2:30 and 3 a.m., in the 4000-block of River Road

The cause of the fire hasn’t yet been determined, but there were no injuries reported.

Ipsen said the fire started in a smaller boat then spread to the houseboat, which was destroyed by the blaze

“The occupant was down the road, so nobody

was there,” he said Firefighters were able to access the fire via the dock

However, Mike Owen, who lives along the river, says there’s a need for a shallow-draft fire boat along the Fraser River in Ladner

He also suggests the fire department create a list of boat owners that could help out during an emergency

He added that a burning boat that’s adrift in the river could start a fire on Westham Island or in Ladner.

But Ipsen said Delta Fire and Emergency Services have no plans

for a water-borne firefighting vessel, although it is looking at sourcing a rescue boat

“It’s definitely not on our radar right now. More so, we ’ re looking at more of a rescue-type boat but not a firefighting boat,” he said

He said the department keeps a contact list of agencies that could help with access to the water

“We were lucky last night almost no wind, calm waters and not really large, multi-storey structures. Ladner’s waterfront is far too valuable to be left unthought of,” said Owen

SARAH STANTON PHOTO

A cause has not been determined yet and Delta Firefighters continue to investigate a house boat fire along River Road on Aug. 24.

IAN JACQUES

ijacques@delta-optimist com

Four people were sent to hospital Sunday evening following a threevehicle collision at the intersection of Highway 17 and 56th Street in Tsawwassen

On Sunday night, just before 7:30 p.m., Delta Police along with paramedics, Delta firefighters and an air ambulance responded

Police say the collision involved one vehicle striking a concrete median, rolling over, and striking a second car A third vehicle was involved when the concrete bar-

rier, displaced from the first impact, struck the third vehicle.

Four people were transferred to hospital; three of those four have been released from hospital, while one person remains in hospital with serious, but non-lifethreatening injuries.

The Delta Police Department’s collision analysts attended the scene to document evidence and reconstruct what had occurred. The intersection remained closed until approximately 5 a.m. Monday. The intersection is now fully open and usual traffic flow has resumed.

Investigators are seeking any video of driving behaviour prior to the collision. This includes vehicles driving on Highway 17, as well as on 56th Street If you have CCTV or dash camera video, you can upload the video directly to the Delta digital evidence management portal here: https://dpd ca.evidence.com/axon/ community-request/ public/2023-20569

If you are a witness to this collision or precollision driving behaviour, please contact Delta Police at 604-946-4411 and quote TIP file 202320569.

MemorialParkwashroom abouttobetorndown

SANDOR GYARMATI

sgyarmati@delta-optimist com

The City of Delta is advising residents, who go to Memorial Park in Ladner, that the washroom building will be demolished to make way for a replacement

Work will begin Sept 5 on replacing the existing washrooms with a new building that includes four universal, singleoccupancy stalls

The new washroom will be similar to the new washroom at Ladner Lions Park.

The work is expected to take place until April 29, 2024, but portable toilets will be available during construction.

Trent Reid, General Manager of Parks, Recreation and Culture, told the Optimist in an e-mail that the length of construction is consistent with what the city experienced for the Ladner Lions Park washroom, which is a similar building

A condition assessment was carried out by a consultant in 2020 for 33 city park washrooms and fieldhouses.

That assessment recommended the washroom buildings at Ladner Lions Park and Memorial Park be replaced first as they were at the end of their lifecycles.

A previous report to council on the state of the city’s park wash-

rooms noted, “These older facilities do not have the ventilation systems that are required by today’s modern building code. The floors are stained through years of use and emit odours that are embedded in the old concrete flooring Many of the sites are not accessible for those with mobility limitations”

Council last year approved a contract award of almost $600,000 to replace the washroom facility at Ladner Lions Park

The Memorial Park washroom will cost about $790,000 for the demolition of the existing structure and new building, noted Reid.

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Editor’sNote IAN JACQUES

The winds of change are once again blowing through the Delta Optimist.

After 36 years, sports editor and community news reporter Mark Booth has called it a career

As our staff paid tribute to Mark on his last day at the paper at a lunch on Aug. 24, publisher Pierre Pelletier estimated that Mark had written more than 20,000 stories in the pages of the Optimist and our sister publication the Richmond News.

That is an impressive collection of work –exceptional work I might add

Mark is one of the last true community sports editors in the Lower Mainland.

Community sports, despite its importance to the communities in which that newspaper serves, is sadly dying out as the newspapers change and evolve with limited staff resources

Mark was dedicated to the Optimist, providing our readers with countless stories about athletic achievements. He told the tales of athletes who are now parents in this community and now has told the tales of their kids and their sporting triumphs. Talk about a career that has come full circle

I’ve had the honour of working alongside Mark for only a few short years, but I share his passion for this industry, for this community and the power of sports

So, yes, I and our staff certainly have big shoes to fill and we hope we can continue to provide the sports coverage that you all have enjoyed these many years

Please continue to send me your tips and story ideas. Submissions are greatly accepted as we won’t be able to be on the sidelines or in the gymnasiums as frequently as Mark was, but we will certainly do our best.

I want to wish Mark Booth all the best in his retirement You have certainly earned it

Ithink that we can all agree that the two most important things needed for our existence as humans, is food and shelter.

I believe that it is contingent on the three levels of government to collaborate on ensuring that these two pillars of life are adequately addressed and accessible for all citizens.

Unfortunately, on the housing front, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made a disturbing comment last month in front of a lectern that read, “Building More Homes Faster.”

Trudeau uttered this vastly disappointing statement, “I’ll be blunt housing is not a primary federal responsibility, it’s not something that we have direct carriage of”

The irony is that his father was actually a leader in the development of social housing programs back in the day. Trudeau the elder was responsible for building thousands and thousands of rent-

MIKE SCHNEIDER

al housing units in the 70’s.

For our Prime Minister to suggest that the federal government should not address this critical issue is appalling, especially after 10 years of pro housing messaging, which actually got him elected in the first place.

Provincially, Premier David Eby announced in April that the provincial government would be spending $12 billion over the next decade The British Columbia government will invest billions of dollars to ease a housing “crisis that is

touching people in every corner of the province,” said Eby.

Need for housing never greater Community Comment

As part of the plan, Housing Minister and Delta North MLA Ravi Kahlon said the government will introduce provincial legislation this fall to allow three to four homes on a traditional single-family detached lot with additional density permitted in areas well served by transit.

The Union of BC Municipalities are reviewing these suggested policy moves and are consulting within its membership

I wonder how any follow through in Delta on these provincial policy suggestions will pan out?

While council seems to be moving quickly on zoning changes and increased housing options in North Delta, South Delta seems to be stuck in a time warp.

I hope we can all show some empathy for people who need housing choice if development opportunities arise in the south

Blamegovernmentsfor skyrocketingrents

Editor:

Thank you for your informative article on skyrocketing rents (Optimist, Aug 24)

As with most of the economic malaise in Canada, the blame for this can be firmly placed at the feet of our federal and provincial governments.

The feds are recklessly exploding the immigration rate, and of course all of these new Canadians are needing more infrastructure, including housing, transportation, energy, water and sewage. The law of supply and demand inevitably leads to higher prices.

The feds only seem to see the benefit of rising GDP while ignoring the

falling GDP per capita, or standard of living of Canadians. This has been exacerbated by the fed’s mishandling of fiscal policy handing out way too much money in response to the COVID19 pandemic (more the US) fanning the flames of inflation and driving interest rates to 40-year highs This weighs heavily on the balance sheets of present and would be landlords, discouraging investment in rental housing.

Add to this the hostile business environment presented to rental housing investors The feds did away with encouragement in rental housing investment over 40 years ago. The province

of B.C. has added to the hostility by capping rent increases and tilting the field in favor of tenants at the expense of landlords Top this off with the deteriorating quality of tenants with the unchecked proliferation of drugs and lack of opportunities at the lower end of the income spectrum.

Our governments do not believe in the power of the invisible hand that guides economies left to free enterprise and prefer to believe that government interference through penalizing taxation and unwise subsidies are the solution Well how has that worked for other Marxist regimes?

Ric Pow

Thanks from Abreast In A Boat

Editor:

Abreast In A Boat, the world’s first breast cancer dragon boat team, which paddles on the Deas Slough, would like to thank local people and businesses for their

SCHOOLS RE-OPEN:

Adult Education at Delta Community College

11590 83 Avenue

Language Instruction for Newcomers (LINC) begins September 11, 2023.

English and Math Foundation classes begin September 11, 2023. High School Completion classes begin September 18, 2023

Please note: Catchment does not apply to adult students. Meet with teachers/advisors by appointment. For

warm welcome.

Two dozen of us from all over the Lower Mainland have particularly enjoyed great food and hospitality at a local pizza joint

Our Monday nights on

the water wouldn’t be complete without having our post-practice meal there.

Delta is a wonderful community and we can’t wait for next season!

Carol Short

ProposedDevelopmentat

12Aveand53AStreet

DearTsawwassenCommunity, MynameisSteveLebedovichandIama longtimeresidentofTsawwassenandthe localdeveloperofthepropertyat12Aveand 53AStreetwhichwasrecentlyturneddown duringthethirdreadingatDeltaCouncil.

Whileitwasdiscouragingtoreceivethis newsafter2yearsofcollaborativeworkwith DeltaCouncilandtheDeltaPlanning Department,Iwouldliketoemphasizeour commitmenttoworkingwiththecommunity tocreateaprojectthatnotonlyenhances Tsawwassen’scharacterbutalsoservesthe futureneedsanddesiresofthecommunity.

Afterreceivingnumerousroundsof supportiveandconstructivefeedback,we acknowledgethatincludingtheresidentiallot withinourcommercialproposal fundamentallychangedtheconversationand highlightedthecommunity’sstrong preferenceformoreresidentialhousingin thatarea.Giventhat,wearereadytoturnthis setbackintoanopportunityforimprovement withplansthatarecurrentlyunderwayto substantiallyreimaginethisspace.

MemorialsinSouthandNorthDeltaon

OverdoseAwarenessDay

Candelight vigil Thursday night at 5 p.m. at City Hall

The Delta Overdose Community Action Team (DCAT) will partner with the City of Delta to host a memorial and candlelight vigil for the 140 Delta lives lost to the toxic drug supply since 2016.

The memorials will be held in both South and North Delta on Thursday, Aug. 31 – on International Overdose Awareness Day.

According to BC Coroners Service, B C recorded 2,272 deaths in 2022, which was the second-highest annual number of deaths related to illicit substance use However, Delta recorded 26 deaths, which is the highest ever in Delta recorded in a calendar

year. Delta recorded 161 emergency calls related to illicit substance use in 2022. An additional seven lives have been lost in Delta in 2023 thus far.

“There is still a massive misunderstanding about this crisis here in Delta,” said Phil Kristofic, DCAT peer coordinator “Community members affected by it suffer so much stigma that it is simply not discussed. People need to know that this is not happening in select neighborhoods; this is happening everywhere in Delta and to the people we all know and love”

Delta Mayor George Harvie said the city is grateful for the work of Delta’s Overdose

Community Action Team and community partners

“The toxic drug crisis is taking the lives of loved ones in our community at an alarming rate, leaving devastated family members, friends, and neighbours behind,” said Harvie. “We need to end the stigma by educating ourselves and others about the realities of substance use and the resources available for those who need help –no one should be left behind.”

The two memorials will be a chance for community members to gather in honour of each life Delta has lost. Members of the general public are encouraged to show their

support with their attendance

At the North Delta Centre for the Arts (1425 84 Ave , Delta) purple ribbons will be hung in honour of each life lost between 1 and 3 p m Candles will be lit and placed on the steps of City Hall in Ladner (4500 Clarence Taylor Cres.) between 5 and 7 p.m. Various local service providers are expected to be in attendance DCAT will provide mental health and substance use resources, including harm reduction supplies

To learn more about Delta Community Action Team, visit DeltaOverdose.ca. -Submitted

Wearelookingforwardtoengagingwiththe communitytoensureourprojectreflectsthe ourtown.

heart,soulandvibrancyofourtown.

Sincerely,

SteveLebedovich

1287268B.C.Ltd.

Residentsvoiceconcernson EastLadnertownhouseplan

SANDOR GYARMATI

sgyarmat @de ta-optimist com

The city held a public information meeting on Thursday (Aug 24) for residents to learn more about a proposed townhouse development in East Ladner that involves a land swap with Delta.

Dozens had arrived at the session at Municipal Hall by the time the doors opened to ask questions from the applicant’s representatives and city staff about the 56-unit development plan, located on 60B Street near Holly Park

The session did not include a formal presentation, but residents were able to fill out comment forms

Requiring an Official Community Plan amendment to the East Ladner Area Plan, the proposal for 4726, 4740 and 4752 60B St and 6100 Ladner Trunk Rd. includes the consolidation of three residential lots on 60B Street into one parcel. The residential units would be in several buildings

Vehicular and pedestrian access is proposed from 60B Street.

The application also

includes a proposed land exchange with the city to dedicate a parcel at the rear portion of 4726 and 4740 60B St for park use in exchange for acquiring city-owned land at the rear portion of 6100 Ladner Trunk Rd. for townhouses.

That city parcel is currently part of the Holly Park Reserve. The land exchange would allow for realignment of the park boundary to accommodate space for an additional future sports field at Holly Park, according to the city

Some have taken to social media to complain that the bike pump track would be eliminated,

prompting Coun. Dylan Kruger to respond that the amenity would not be eliminated. The track was built in 2014 through a collaboration between the city and a local bike club.

Noting it’s the first townhouse application in a while for East Ladner, Community Planning Director Marcy Sangret, during a presentation to council on the proposal a couple of months ago, said the current area plan envisions medium density for the site, although higher density is further east

She also noted Delta’s new Housing Action Plan recommends area plans be reviewed and updated.

SANDOR GYARMATI PHOTO

The Aug. 24 public information meeting was an opportunity for residents to learn about the application and provide feedback.

NoticeisherebygiventhatDeltaCityCouncilwillconsiderthebylawsreferencedbelowatitsRegularMeetingat4:00 p.m.onMonday,September11,2023intheNorthDeltaCentrefortheArts,Theatre,1142584Avenue,Delta,BC,and byelectronicmeansasauthorizedbyCouncilProcedureBylawNo.5000.

WATCHLIVE:TheRegularMeetingwillbebroadcastliveatwww.delta.ca/watchlive.Membersofthepublicwhodonotwish toattendmaylistenandwatchtheproceedingsontheCity’swebsite. VideorecordingsarearchivedontheCity’swebsite.

DevelopmentVariancePermit–FileNo.LU009500

Location:4365NiagaraStreet Applicant:RandySihota,MaximumNutritionInc.

Proposal:Toconstructanindustrialbuilding Adevelopmentvariancepermitisrequestedtovarythefollowingsections of“DeltaZoningBylawNo.7600,2017”:

1. Section8.4.2byreducingtheminimumoverallrequiredparkingspacesfrom41spacesto36spacesfortheproposed industrialbuilding;and

2 Section 16804byreducingtheminimumexterior side setbacksfrom45mto25malongthenorthandsouth frontagesoftheproperty.

StaffContact:LukeReynolds–604-946-3381

DevelopmentVariancePermit–FileNo.LU009515

Location:8524109BStreet

Applicant:VladyslavLishchuk,EmpireDesignCorporation

Proposal:Toconstructasecondflooradditiontoanexistingdwellingandtoenclosethecarport.Adevelopment variancepermitisrequestedtovarythefollowingsectionsof“DeltaZoningBylawNo 2750,1977”:

1. Section305Abyreducingthemaximumpermittedeaveprojectionforaprincipalstructurefrom4.5mto2.9m tothefrontpropertylinetoallowtheexistingeavesonthecarporttoberetainedasthecarportisenclosedinto livingarea;and

2 Section612byreducingtheminimumrequiredfrontsetbackfrom65mto33mtopermittheenclosureofan existingcarport

AdevelopmentpermitisalsorequiredfortheprotectionofnaturalenvironmentintheStreamsideProtectionand EnhancementArea(SPEA)DevelopmentPermitArea.ApprovaloftheSPEADevelopmentPermitisdelegatedtothe GeneralManagerofDevelopment.

StaffContact:JanetZazubek–604-946-3355

TemporaryUsePermit–FileNo.LU009610

Location:7551,7565,7595and7597120Streetand7592119AStreet

Applicant:MaciejDembek,BarnettDembekArchitectsInc.

Proposal:Topermitapresentationcentreandconstructionstagingparkingareaonthesubjectpropertiesforaperiod ofthreeyears

StaffContact:JanetZazubek–604-946-3355

FORMOREINFORMATIONREGARDINGTHEPROPOSEDBYLAWS

Materialsrelatedtotheproposalssuchastheproposedbylaws,detailedmapsandotherinformationmaybeinspectedatDeltaCityHall,4500ClarenceTaylorCrescent,Delta,BC, MondaytoFriday,excludingstatutoryholidaysfrom8:30a.m.to4:45p.m.fromThursday,August31,2023toMonday,September11,2023.

If you have a general inquiry regarding the proposed bylaws or if you wouldlike assistance to inspect any relevant documentation, please contact theDevelopment Departmentbyemailatdevelopment@delta.caorbyphoneat604-946-3380

LandUseContractDischarge–BylawNo.8317(FileNo.LU009584)

Location:8243SheavesRoad Applicant:RaviGill

Proposal:TodischargeLandUseContractS.A.No.3118torevealtheunderlyingSingleDetachedResidential1(RS1) Zonetopermitasecondarysuiteinanadditiontotheexistingdwelling.ThisapplicationisconsistentwithDelta’s OfficialCommunityPlan

StaffContact:EmilyPaterson–604-952-3612

Rezoning&DevelopmentVariancePermit–BylawNo.8311(FileNo.LU009518)

Location:1180589AAvenue

Applicant:ErikVanDerPutten,WNDRArchitecture&DesignInc.

Proposal: To rezone the subject property from Duplex/Single Detached Residential 3 (RD3) to Townhouse Residential62(RT62)topermitconstructionofa31-unittownhousedevelopment.Thisapplicationisconsistent withDelta’sOfficialCommunityPlan.

A development variance permit is also requested to vary the following sections of “Delta Zoning Bylaw No 7600,2017”:

1. Section6.2.10(c)(ii)byincreasingthemaximumtotalwidthofpermittedprojectionsfortheporchesmeasured paralleltothebuildingfaceintheinteriorsidesetbackareafrom35percentto51percentfortheproposed Buildings1and2;

2 Section733(b)byreducingtheminimum15mwidelandscapestrip,consistingofathickhedgeofshrubsnot lessthan18minheightatthetimeofplantingandadditionallowerscaleplantmaterials,to10minwidthand limitedtothespacebetweentherearlotlineandtheback(north)portionofthegarbagestoragearea;and

3 Section853byreducingtheminimumclearheightofaparkingspacefrom22mto20mwithintheenclosed garageprovidedwithinUnitTypeA(Building4),UnitTypeB(Building5)andUnitTypeDa(Building3) AdevelopmentpermitisalsorequiredtoregulatetheformandcharacterofthedevelopmentintheScottRoad Corridor(SRC)DevelopmentPermitArea.

StaffContact:PaulBelzile–604-952-3155

Correspondence received up to 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 6, 2023 will be included in the Agenda package Correspondencereceivedafterandupto10:00a.m.onMonday,September11,2023willbeprovidedtoCouncilinaseparate packagepriortothestartofthemeeting. Allcorrespondencemustincludeyournameandfulladdressandwillformpartofthe publicrecordforthisproposalandbepublishedontheCity’swebsite

Thosewishingtoprovidecommentonproposedbylawsmaydosointhefollowingways:

DeltaPolicelooking forwitnesses,videoof motorcyclecollision

IAN JACQUES

ijacques@delta-optimist

com

Delta Police are asking for any witnesses or video of a motorcycle collision that sent a Richmond resident to hospital with critical injuries.

Just before 7 a m on Aug. 17, a two-vehicle collision occurred at the intersection of River Road and 72nd Street in the Tilbury Industrial District The collision resulted in critical injuries to a motorcyclist, who remains in hospital

A dark grey BMW motorcycle travelled

westbound on River Road and collided with an eastbound white Toyota Rav4 at the intersection of 72nd St. and River Rd

Investigators are interested in obtaining evidence related to the precollision driving of both vehicles In addition, investigators are looking for any witnesses, dash camera footage, and/ or video/photos taken at the scene of the collision

Officers are not looking for videos already posted to social media Instead, they are looking for additional videos

SouthDelta HomeShow

When: Sept, 9th 11:00am-4:00pm

directly from the owner of those videos. Please do not make third-party submissions.

If you were in the area and observed any pre-collision driving behaviour, the collision, or have video/ photos of the collision or shortly thereafter, please contact the Delta Police Department at 604-946-4411 and quote Tip file number 202320186 or upload your video directly through our digital evidence portal here: https://dpd. ca evidence com/axon/ community-request/ public/23-19673

WhattoknowaboutAFib

The heart has been characterized as the engine that makes the human body run If that metaphor is not exactly spot-on, it still serves as a good indicator as to just how vital a healthy heart is to the human body.

Despite the importance of a healthy heart, diseases that affect the heart remain the single greatest cause of death across the globe

According to the World Health Organization,

cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of death globally, claiming roughly 18 million lives each year. Various factors can adversely affect how well the heart functions, and that includes irregular heart beat, also known as arrhythmia. Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is the most common form of arrhythmia, and it behooves anyone to gain a greater understanding of this condition.

What is AFib?

AFib is an arrhythmia that begins in the upper chambers of the heart known as the atria When a person has AFib, these chambers beat irregularly, and the American Heart Association reports that, when this occurs, blood pools in the area because not enough blood is being pumped out of the atria. That pooled blood can clot and pose a serious threat.

What happens if a blood clot forms?

The AHA notes that, if a clot forms, the blood can be pumped out of the heart to the brain, which blocks the blood supply to the brain and ultimately results in stroke In fact, AHA data indicates between 15 and 20 percent of people who have strokes have AFib In addition, the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada reports that one-fourth of all strokes affecting people 40 and older are caused by AFib Does AFib produce symptoms?

Some people with AFib experience no symptoms Such is the case in people whose

Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is the most common form of arrhythmia, and it behooves anyone to gain a greater understanding of this condition.

ventricles are beating at a normal or slightly elevated pace. When ventricles begin to beat faster, then individuals may experience symptoms that can include:

Extreme fatigue

Irregular heartbeat

Heart palpitations

Feeling of butterflies or

fish flopping in the chest

Dizziness or lightheadedness

Fainting Shortness of breath

Chest pain

Can I lower my risk for AFib?

The AHA notes that adopting and maintaining a heart-healthy lifestyle is the best way to control AFib risk. Such a lifestyle includes:

Regular physical activity

Adherence to a hearthealthy diet that is low in salt, saturated fats, trans fats, and cholesterol

Controlling blood pressure, including management of high blood pressure Avoid excessive consumption of alcohol and caffeine Avoid smoking

Maintain healthy cholesterol levels Maintain a healthy weight

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Older adults offer much to local and national communities.

Despite that, seniors do not always get the recognition they deserve

According to data from the Canadian government, seniors accounted for 18.8 percent of the nation’s population in 2022

It’s always a good time to thank special seniors in your life, whether they are family, caregivers, friends, or mentors

Individuals can go one step further by giving

back to seniors in the following ways

Volunteer: Visit a senior centre and find out how you can volunteer your services and do something fun or informational with the seniors who are there You may be able to guide a class in a certain activity, such as crafting or yoga. Volunteers may be needed to call bingo numbers or help with meal services.

Provide financial relief: Small business owners can offer dis-

counts to senior clientele

Perhaps run specials on services, including anything from tax preparation to hair styling. If you don’t own a business, you can provide some assistance in other ways, such as cutting the lawn or doing light gardening so that a senior does not have to spend money on a weekly service.

Tutor technology: If you are tech savvy, you can help seniors navigate new technologies Help seniors with social media accounts, downloading

digital photos and more

Dine out (or in): Some seniors may be alone if a spouse has predeceased them or if they are divorced Loneliness may grow into depression One way to help a senior feel appreciated is by sharing meals together. Designate a day or two each week to gather at the dinner table. Serve as a chauffeur: Offer to drive a senior to the store or appointments While communities may have taxi services or even accessible

Individuals can go one step further by giving back to seniors in the following ways.

senior rides, sometimes it can be more efficient for seniors to rely on others for rides Take a senior along when shopping at the supermarket.

Invite seniors to events: If you have a special event coming

up, such as a child’s big birthday, graduation or religious occasion, invite an elderly neighbor It can brighten his or her day and even provide a change of routine and scenery.

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The Barnabas Effect

In a world fraught with many challenges, we need people like Barnabas.

We first hear about Barnabas in Acts 4:36. His real name was Joseph, a Levite from Cyprus, but the Apostles had changed his name to Barnabas, which means “Son of Encouragement!”

The Greek for Encouragement is paraklesis, the noun of which is parakaleo, meaning one called alongside to console you, to encourage you, to exhort you, to comfort you, and/or to teach or instruct you in a way that encourages Parakleo is the verb root of parakletos, Our Helper (the same word used for the Holy Spirit). The

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St David’s Anglican Church

Apostles saw all these virtues in Joseph, and so called him Barnabas. They saw in him a man with an “encouraging spirit” and presence.

And that is what is needed today people

who can discern God’s gift in others and encourage them.

When we are there for others telling them that they are not alone in this journey we bring the Barnabas Effect!

The truth is people like Barnabas keep hope alive; they keep the faith alive Barnabas recognized that he had gifts of encouragement, organization, leadership, kindness, people skills, and much more

What gifts do you see the Lord has given you? How do you choose to use them for the service of Christ and the community at large? So may God help us all, to discover and unleash the Barnabas inside us.

LIFESTYLES

Ladner’sPatersonParktohostPawPalsElectricPicnic

Barnside Harvest Festival is breaking new dog-friendly territory by presenting Paw Pals Electric Picnic on Sunday, Sept 17 at Ladner’s Paterson Park.

As this park is predominantly known for dog-walking and has a new off-leash dog area, the festival is celebrating Ladner’s love of dogs by featuring activities for dogs, kids and adults!

Billed as a “Pooch Party for the Ages,” there will be speakers around the site with a country soundtrack provided by JR Country’s Jaxon Hawks in the morning and 90s hits by JACK-FM’s Larry Hennessey in the afternoon

The main feature for guests bringing their dogs will be the sitewide Pet Parade route. Organizers are planning for 21 tail-wagging stations with activities and treats for dogs and kids

Pets-N-Us is sponsoring the first station with doggy treats, and the route continues with selfie photo stations courtesy of Windset Farms, whipped-cream pup cups, a “pup-stacle” course, hay maze, teeter totters, temporary tattoos for dogs and a best-dressed dog contest sponsored by 102.7 Now!

Radio

During the bestdressed dog contest, the dogs will walk the red carpet with photo bulbs flashing, and the top dogs in costumes will be selected for the finals taking place on the Main Stage at 3 p.m. The celebrity judges include author and Hustle Up Dogs TV Host Brad Pattison, 102.7 Now! Radio’s Christy & Fraser, and Good Hound Training’s Mallory Richards

Another not to be missed moment will be the Puppy Stampede,

where 20 puppies will race across a 20-ft course. This one is open to puppies who are six months old or younger.

The puppy stampede will be held in front of the main stage

Another fun game that is open to all dogs will be Musical Mats This event is like musical chairs, but for dogs on a leash. When the music stops, attendees will have to find a mat for their dog Each round will see one mat removed until the winner is chosen!

Paw Pals Electric Picnic will wrap up with Barnside Harvest Festival’s closing concert featuring rock band All The Kings’ Men, followed by Take It To The Limit - The Ultimate Eagles Tribute!

Secure your tickets now for the Paw Pals Electric Picnic at: barnsideharvestfestival com

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Learn and grow with Delta Choral Society’s new artistic director

The Delta Choral Society is seeking members who will benefit from their newly hired and highly talented artistic director, John Williams Williams brings with him a wealth of experience and expertise He has a Master of Music degree in Choral Conducting from the University of Washington, where he studied as a scholarship student. His long list of accomplishments includes conducting many kinds of choirs and ensembles: chamber, concert, jazz, gospel, and mass choirs, and directing

orchestras and band ensembles of many types, including musical theatre productions

Delta Choral Society president Nancy Chouinard describes John as an experienced and gifted musician and, even more importantly, a patient and good-natured leader.

“He is someone who makes us all into better singers, and we have such a joyful time making music together,” she said. “He has led us back to our happy place! Our May concerts were full of energy and had audiences and singers beaming It was just so

much fun.”

Williams says it is a great delight to be the new artistic director of the Delta Choral Society. “I am really excited about the coming season with all three of our choirs,” he said. “Our Christmas concert will have something for everyone and will be a very joyful, beautiful, and festive concert with music in several styles. Feeding off the contagious energy and momentum of our more recent spring concert, the coming year ’ s performance season promises to be wonderful.”

The Delta Choral Society

has three choirs - the Children & Youth Choir, an Adult Community Choir, and a smaller auditioned Chamber Choir for advanced singers

While developing your singing skills and musical ear, you will benefit by meeting new friends, relieving stress, and keeping your mind sharp. For your children, singing in a choir facilitates learning and memory, develops a musical ear for melody, harmony, intonation, and rhythmic skills, increases attention span in the classroom, and supports language learning. You will also benefit by being part of an

organization that aims to positively impact the community, raise funds for organizations, and participate in events.

The Delta Choral Society looks forward to seeing you at their fall registration on Monday, Sept 11, at the Benediction Lutheran Church. 5575 6th Avenue, Tsawwassen. The times are 4:45 p.m for the Children and Youth Choir, 6 p.m for the Adult Community Choir, and 7:30 p.m. for the Chamber Choir.

For more information, visit the Delta Choral Society at: www.deltachoral.ca.

PHOTO COURTESY BARNSIDE HARVEST FESTIVAL Paw Pals Electric Picnic on Sunday, Sept. 17 at Ladner’s Paterson Park will have something for every pet owner.

Exploringartisticmastery throughfresheyes

LAUREL JOHNSON

Contributing Writer

Creativity and imagination converge as the South Delta Artists’ Guild unveils their September exhibition, Through Fresh Eyes

This captivating showcase of paintings, sculptures, and mixed media pieces is a testament to the boundless talents within our community

The exhibit, running from Sept 1 to 24, welcomes visitors every Friday through Sunday, from noon to 4 p m at Gallery 1710 (on 56th Street next to the South Delta Rec Centre) in Tsawwassen.

The focal point of the show is its diversity, a true celebration of artistic expression across various mediums. The paintings are a symphony of colours and emotions, each telling a unique story, from vibrant landscapes that transport you to distant realms to intimate portraits that capture the essence of human emotion

Sculptures, on the other hand, defy convention and come alive in three-dimensional splendor. These creations invite tactile exploration, encouraging viewers to appreciate the interplay between form and space

For your enjoyment,

Darlyne Stewart, maker of whimsical sculptures, will be on hand on Sept 2 to reveal her techniques. She will be joined by Abe Lorenzen an expert with creative wooden lamps and miniature paintings

The exhibition truly comes into its own with the integration of mixed media pieces. This genre, characterized by its fusion of materials and techniques, transforms art into a multi-sensory experience. The amalgamation of textures, colors, and shapes is a testament to the innovative spirit of these artists, who refuse to be confined by traditional boundaries.

Measuring the B.C. teacher shortage is the first step towards fixing it

A new school year is always a time of excitement and anticipation.

B C teachers are busy organizing lesson plans, brushing up their skills with professional development workshops, and setting goals for the year ahead.

At the same time, they are bracing for another tough year. The teacher shortage wasn’t solved over the summer, and classrooms are increasingly complex

And yet, the scale of the problem in British Columbia isn’t well defined. Without province-wide figures, it’s hard to know how the

problem will be solved

Recently, Quebec’s Education Minister confirmed that province is short close to 8,500 teachers It’s evidence of the power of political will, and British Columbia school communities deserve the same hard data from the provincial government and school districts.

We know it’s a serious problem We hear from our members that they are facing higher workloads and more stress. In our random-sample survey of members, 82 per cent reported feeling direct impacts from the teacher shortage The top

concern they reported was being unable to get their students the support they needed Teachers care, and when there aren’t enough of them, students pay the price.

We also have an idea of the long-term forecast.

The B.C. government’s Labour Market Outlook Report estimates an additional 64,500 education workers including elementary and secondary teachers will be needed over the next 10 years to account for increasing student enrolment and retiree replacement alone

But what does it look

like now and how can we prioritize funding to support schools today?

Parents deserve to know how often their kids’ music class or counselling session is cancelled because specialist teachers are being pulled into classrooms to cover staffing gaps. How many classrooms across the province will be empty next week because there isn’t a teacher available to staff it? How many uncertified teachers are being hired and how much has that number grown over time?

-Clint Johnston, President, BC Teachers’ Federation

PHOTO SUBMITTED Clint Johnston is president of the BC Teachers’ Federation.

CITIZENS OF DELTA

Labour Day is not just a long weekend.

Here are just some of the benefits we have as a result of workers’ struggles in the past:

Weekends

Safer Workplaces

Pay Equity

40-Hour Work Weeks

Coffee Breaks

Pensions

Lunch Periods

Overtime

Benefit Coverage

Vacation Pay

This labour day, let us think about the contribution workers make to our communities today, in the past, and looking toward the future.

This message brought to you in solidarity by

CUPE LOCAL 1091

Delta School Employees

CUPE LOCAL 454

Delta Public Employees

DELTA TEACHERS’ ASSOCIATION

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needs a long-term fix.

On Labour Day, show your support for seniors and the workers who care for them.

“What we seek for ourselves, we strive for all”

Long-termcareneedsalong-termfix

Just three years ago, the crisis in seniors’ care was front and centre as public health officials and frontline workers scrambled to deal with the devastating consequences of COVID19 for B C’s elders in care and their families.

In the pandemic’s aftermath, care home workers are burnt out as a widespread staffing shortage undermines our ability to care for our aging population.

A worker from a forprofit, long-term care home in Victoria recently shared with me how she is burning out. She often works short because her coworkers quit to work at other care homes with better compensation

packages and safer conditions for care

Her story is a familiar one. While almost entirely publicly-funded, about a third of our care homes are operated by private for-profit operators, a third by non-profits and a third by our public health authorities

They provide a patchwork of working and caring conditions, along with a huge gap in benefits and other contract-related working conditions between care homes.

It wasn’t always this way. Twenty years ago, most provincially-funded care home operators –for-profit and non-profit alike – were covered by a

province-wide collective agreement that provided a level-playing field for working and caring conditions

The governments of Gordon Campell and Christie Clark passed laws and regulations that saw many care home operators opt out of this standard contract. That’s why we have such a fragmented system of seniors’ care today.

B.C.’s care home residents and those who care for them deserve better.

Now, more than ever, long-term care needs a long-term fix.

And the NDP provincial government has taken many actions to improve the situation,

including levelling-up care home wages during the pandemic and maintaining them.

But there is much we can and should do to protect the continuity of care for the frail elderly These words from a Vancouver care aide sum up what workers want: “I wish for respect, a fair wage and a reasonable workload for all care aides I wish for more people to want to do this job. A job that I think can bring so much good to people’s lives, including the workers themselves”

This is a crisis we can fix.

We can restore stable, safe working and caring conditions in our

provincially-funded care homes by restoring common working and caring conditions

Our current NDP government has committed

Happy Labour Day!

to doing just that They just need to act.

-Meena Brisard/secretary-business manager Hospital Employees’ Union

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Meena Brisard is the secretary-business manager for the Hospital Employees’ Union.

LABOUR DAY

Honouringourexceptionalcityemployees

As Labour Day approaches, it’s important for me to take time to reflect on the invaluable contributions of our dedicated workforce at the City of Delta that keeps our community thriving day in and day out.

Our remarkable city employees form the very backbone of our operations, ensuring that our residents receive the highest quality services that define our city’s excellence

From the moment the sun rises, our employees are hard at work Each of our employees plays a vital role in making Delta the exceptional place it is. Whether it’s our

firefighters ensuring our safety, our crews maintaining our roads and parks, our staff welcoming and serving you at our facilities, our administrative staff supporting essential operations, and the many other department that contribute to our community’s well-being – each role is indispensable, and each individual’s dedication is commendable

Behind the scenes of our operations lies the spirit of unity that defines our city’s workforce. Our employees come from diverse backgrounds, bring unique skill sets, and are united by a shared commitment to the betterment of Delta.

Their tireless efforts and unwavering dedication exemplify the true essence of teamwork.

It’s important to note that the success of our employees is deeply intertwined with the support and advocacy of their local unions, CUPE Local 454, Delta Public Employees, and the Delta Firefighters Association, Local 1763 The collaboration between our employees and their unions has been instrumental in achieving fair and safe working conditions, fostering an environment of mutual respect and inclusion, and ensuring that our city remains an amazing place to work and live.

As mayor I recognize that our employees are more than just workers – they are the heart and soul of the city. Their dedication and contributions extend far beyond their job descriptions. They are the friendly faces who greet us on our morning walks, the professionals who keep our infrastructure running smoothly, and the public servants who work diligently to meet our needs. Next time you cross paths with our dedicated city employees, a simple “hello” with a smile is a wonderful way to recognize and appreciate their invaluable contributions

On behalf of Delta council, as we celebrate

Labour Day, let us remember the tireless commitment of city employees Let us recognize the behind-the-

scenes efforts that keep Delta flourishing and the unity that makes us stronger as a community

-Mayor

George Harvie

Delta Mayor George Harvie

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Labour Day celebrated in Metro Vancouver

The New Westminster & District and Vancouver & District Labour Councils are hosting a free, fun, and familyfriendly Metro Vancouver Labour Day Celebration this year at Edmonds Park (7433 Edmonds St.) in Burnaby.

The Labour Day celebration is Sept. 4 from 11:30 a m to 2:30 p m

“Labour Day is about recognizing working people, celebrating the work

of our labour movement, and recommitting ourselves to building a better future for all,” said Louella Vincent, president of the NWDLC. “We’re excited to be bringing labour and community together across the whole Metro region for one big celebration.”

The theme of this year ’ s Labour Day is “Canada’s Unions: Lifting Everyone Up.”

“Lifting everyone up is what the labour movement is all about,” added VDLC president, Stephen von Sychowski. “That’s why we ’ re fighting for good jobs and living wages, affordability, quality care, and climate justice, not just for union members, but for all”

“We also want to highlight the need to combat hate and extremism,” added

Vincent “Including the economic extremism of a system which allows the hoarding of untold wealth by a few while others increasingly struggle to get by At the end of the day, it’s about supporting one another, lending a hand. It’s about solidarity.”

The event begins with speeches at 11:30 a.m., and includes bouncy castles, games and entertainment for kids, live music, food, union and community organization booths, and more

PHOTO SUBMITTED Stephanie Smith is president of the BCGEU

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Children will be going back to school next week and playgrounds will swell with sound and the sharing of the stories of summer.

This summer we were challenged with drought, wildfires, heat and smoke. My car has rarely been so covered in dust, but this is a time to consider the best use for a resource that is so precious and so what if my car stays dirty until the next rain And then, our neighbours to the south in California had floods that washed away roads and created other havoc. Mother Nature seems so

capricious in her ways fire here, floods there!

The question on our collective minds, “Where is it a safe place to be?”

In B.C. and many parts of Canada we are grateful for the ones on the ground and in the air, fighting the winds and the blaze, to keep the rest of us safe. We have an amazing safety net that includes the land and waters, which give us food and shelter and a place to call home We have access to health care Our children have access to public education and educators who are at this very moment

preparing to welcome students back for another school year Here in Delta, we are lucky to have lush farmland and clean water, and a history of indigenous peoples who have cherished and cared for this land, which continues to sustain us

Labour Day is here and ironically it is a day to rest from our labours, if only for a short time. I am grateful to the labour movement, which has brought so much to all of us fair wages, working hours and safer workplaces. Even the concept of a weekend,

which all of us can enjoy, has much to thank from the collective efforts of unions. You don’t have to be a union member to recognize the value of a happy, healthy and safe citizenry

Wishing you whether you are a parent gathering school supplies, a student excited to know who’s going to be in your classes, a teacher returning from a muchneeded “ vacay ” , or any other reader of the Delta Optimist a happy, healthy and safe Labour Day weekend!

-Susan Yao/Delta Teachers’ Association

PHOTO SUBMITTED Susan Yao is president of the Delta Teachers’ Association.

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Training Coordinator- Carey Simpson

Let’s celebrate the value and power of working people in B.C.

As we write this, wildfires still rage through much of B.C., but thanks to an incredible effort by thousands of workers, evacuation orders are easing, evacuated families are returning safely to their homes, and the work of recovery and rebuilding is starting

It was a long, exhausting summer for many of us, and if anyone needs reminding, it has shown just how much our province depends on the working people who keep it running. We’re the ones who make and grow the goods, deliver the services and create the wealth that make B.C. a prosperous province.

But we’re also the ones who are expected to bear the burden when our economy falters or our climate lurches

whether it’s accepting spiraling prices or enduring overheated workplaces choked with smoke.

As the past four years have proven, we’re more than willing to take on our fair share of any challenge, from pandemics to natural disasters, but when we see huge grocery chains raking in massive profits while they charge us more and more, or hear the governor of the Bank of Canada telling workers not to ask for higher wages while he raises interest rates (and housing costs), that’s where we draw the line.

This summer, you’ve seen plenty of lines being drawn, most visibly picket lines, as workers step up and demand better deals

Even more remarkable, if not as visible, is the number of workers who are banding together to form unions, even in sectors that have never seen unions before There’s a growing awareness among working people that it’s time for our labour to be appreciated for its true value… and that the key to that change lies in solidarity and standing together

Labour Day is a time to celebrate working people.

Let’s also make it a time to recognize both our worth and our united power.

Happy Labour Day, everyone.

-Sussanne Skidmore, president and Hermender Singh Kailley, secretary-treasurer BC Federation of Labour

PHOTO SUBMITTED Sussane Skidmore

PHOTO SUBMITTED Hermender Singh Kailley

HAPPY LABOUR DAY FROM BC’S LARGEST UNION

CUPE BC’s 100,000 members provide the public services and education that build strong communities.

SPORTS

DeltaBlueJaysrepeatasnationalchamps

IAN JACQUES

ijacques@delta-optimist com

The Delta Blue Jays are back-to-back national champions following a 7-2 win over Quebec Sunday night at the Ray Carter Cup 15U Baseball Nationals in Laval, Que.

The Jays went 3-1 in the round robin portion of the tournament with wins over Saskatchewan (4-1), Quebec (3-2) and the host Quebec team (1-0) to clinch top spot in their pool and a spot in the semifinals.

Delta dropped their last round robin game 8-3 to Ontario.

In the semifinals, Delta walked off Alberta 6-5 in a thriller to give them a chance to defend their title.

The Jays were never challenged in the championship game scoring four runs in the first and never looked back.

“It’s a very special experience It was a grind to get back here for sure, ” said head coach Cam Frick “There is very tough competition locally in B.C. and to have such a strong finish to the year to get us back to nationals is an accomplishment in itself Here at nationals, every-

thing just seemed to click this weekend. Everyone played great It was a phenomenal experience”

Frick said the Jays were battle tested going into the nationals playing a lot of close games throughout the season, which ultimately paid off.

“The big thing is we are playing a lot of teams who are great individually, have 18 amazing players, but they are new to playing with each other. It really helped us to have our 15 guys We did have three pick-ups, but our guys are familiar with our systems, and in those tight games, hav-

ing those things in place really does help,” he said.

“Our guys played phenomenal All those close games could have gone either way Some people say to me that it’s impossible to win all those close games year after year, but our guys are good at handling the pressure and they are use to it when it comes to these big spots.”

Under Frick, Delta won a silver medal in 2019 and gold in back-toback years

“Both championship teams are very different teams,” he said “We had deep pitching both years.

Last year our defence was phenomenal, but this year our offence really came alive, especially in the semifinal and the final We were ready to go against two strong pitchers.”

Frick plans to take a few days off and then get back at it to try and do it all over again next year

“Will take a week off and next Tuesday start again,” he said “Consistently year after year, my assistant coaches are experts in what they do. I think we have a good chance to come back There are 27 AAA teams in B.C., but some-

how we manage to find our way back.”

The Jays 2023 championship team included: Carter Bestebroer, Lucas Holt, Tyler McWhinnie, Desi Tregaskis, Hayden Mangat, Mason Dubnov, Jack Redpath, Dylan De Meyer, Toby Wilding, Kesler Curtis, Aldrich Lin, Connor Fischer, Dimitri Papadopoulos, Lucas Yu, Tahano Northey, Nathan Reynolds, Jack Bello, Reece Abbott. The coaches included: Cam Frick, Ford Marcotte, Joseph O’Krafka and team chef Tommy Richards.

PHOTO COURTESY CAM FRICK

The Delta Blue Jays repeated as national champions over the weekend with a 7-2 win over Quebec.

Brewersthree-peatasprovincialjuniormen’schampions

MARK BOOTH

Contributing Writer

The South Delta Brewers’ dynasty continues, winning their third consecutive B C Minor Baseball junior men ’ s tier one provincial title last weekend

The Tsawwassenbased team capped an unbeaten run with a thrilling come-frombehind 11-9 win over the Ridge Meadows Royals

The Brewers trailed 7-1 in the bottom of the fourth when their bats came to life.

Hits from Riley Baines, Cameron Gray, Charlie Morrison, Tavin Jackson, Barry Caine, Iver Jackson, and Nolan Webster produced six runs.

Caine would give the

Brewers the lead with a mammoth sixth inning home run over the right field fence

Aiden Wood started the final, then gave way to Travis Pink He held the Royals hitters at bay, before Spencer Mallard and Gray came into the game to finish off the final two innings

The run to the title in the double knockout format began with a 10-5 quarter-final win over the Vancouver Minor Expos.

Gray would go five innings on the hill, allowing no runs with nine strikeouts

Jordan Bogress, Declan Forbes, and Dawson MacPherson Ridgeway would provide the Brewers with quality pitching to keep the

aggressive Expos hitters off balance.

MacPherson Ridgeway also keyed the attack with a three-run homer.

South Delta then doubled Ridge Meadows 4-2 Wood was terrific on the mound against the tough-hitting Royals line-up, allowing just one run Gray finished off the game in relief

Ridge Meadows earned another crack at the Brewers with a 12-5 win over the North Delta Rays in the backdoor game

Contributing with consistent team play all season to the Brewers’ success were Aiden HansenBukata, Tanner Gushel, Colten McDougall , Ryan and Robert Scarr, Tyler Lauinger, Christian

Herbst, and Max Kirshenblatt.

The provincial title was the Brewers fourth in five years and fifth in their 11-year history

Up next is the Western Championships in Oak River, Manitoba as Team

BC, and then competing in the upcoming B.C. Senior Open in Maple Ridge as the top seed representing B.C. Minor Baseball

The coaching staff of Dan Hodgens, Steve Pink, and Steve Sim are

very proud of the work ethic of the Brewers all season and would like to thank all their supporters including the players parents and the executive from the Tsawwassen Amateur Baseball Association

Sports

InauguralDeltaDuncFesthonoursformerDSSbasketballcoach

MARK BOOTH

Contributing Writer

There are ambitious plans for a new 3-on-3 basketball tournament coming to Ladner on Labour Day Weekend in tribute to a popular former high school teacher and coach

The Delta Dunc-Fest will take place at Delta Secondary School, where former teacher and coach Duncan Anderson made a life-lasting impression on his students and players

It was in 2012 when Anderson passed away from complications of a stroke at 66. A few years later the Duncan Anderson Memorial Scholarship was launched and is now

overseen by Basketball B.C. All proceeds from the inaugural tournament will go to the scholarship fund, with hopes of adding more recipients, specificially from Delta schools, in the years to come.

It was two of his former players, Onkar Bahia and Bob Sidhu, who approached the Anderson family about the possibility of organizing a tournament Both were members of the 1993 Pacers team that earned the Ladner school its first provincial tournament berth in 14 years

Momentum has built since, with hopes of taking the tournament beyond the walls of DSS after positive meetings with the City of Delta and

the local business community.

“What we eventually like to do is close down (a section) of the downtown village and run it as

an outdoor tournament with a slam dunk contest, vendors and food trucks,” said John Anderson, a DSS grad and one of Duncan’s five children

“We have already been in contact with the city and have the support of the Ladner Business Association We want to get the tournament to a point where it becomes an event, where people want to check it out even if they are not playing.”

Since his father’s passing, John has constantly been reminded how his dad made an impact on so many of his former students and players He was a well-respected science teacher during the day and a devoted hoop coach once the 3 p.m. bell rang

“He was as passionate about the relationship he developed with the players and their development on and off the court Basketball was the shared

interest between them but he loved the 12th guy and as more as the first guy on all his teams. Even the team managers He was a role model to so many, said John.

The 3-on-3 tourney features divisions of all ages and promises to be a fun couple of days for a terrific cause.

Tournament registration can be found here https://www.eventbrite. com/e/delta-duncfest-3-on-3-basketballcelebration-tickets636167663607?utm cam paign=delta+optimist %3A+outbound&utm medium=referral&utm source=delta+optimist. You can follow the tournament updates on Instagram at @deltaduncfest3v3

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Duncan Anderson’s passion for basketball took him south of the border to clinics including this one headed by the legendary Bobby Knight.

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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. Call ROBIN 604-868-2844

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208-4728 53 Street | BRIGHT CORNER UNIT! This is absolutely a must to see Spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo located in desirable Sunningdale I Full size white kitchen with stainless steel appliances and window above sink The open concept living/dining room has a cozy gas fireplace and opens onto a lovely patio overlooking the courtyard Generous primary bedroom that can comfortably fit a King size bed along with an ensuite bathroom

Other comfort features include new flooring, 9 ceiling with large windows providing a ton of natural light, 1 parking and 1 storage locker This home is move-in ready! Quiet location yet within walking distance to transit shops village and recreation!

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113-4889 53 Street | EXTENSIVE UPDATES!!! This 2 bed 2 bath 1104 sq ft unit in Green Gab es is move in ready! No expenses spared!! Unit offers a spacious open layout with generous sized bedrooms Entertain in stunning new kitchen complete with stone countertops stainless steel appliances & white cabinets Primary bdrm is a generous size with updated ensuite complete with marble tile while 2nd updated bathroom showcases a beautiful pebble shower En oy cozy nights in the living room with the modern ledgestone gas fireplace or peaceful summer nights in the 400sq ft fenced patio/yard surrounded by the beautifully designed flower garden Perfect for those that love to BBQ/garden or those who have pets-1 dog & 1cat allowed The complex has undergone rainscreen (2014) and new windows Sought out complex w thin walking distance to shops schools & transit

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27-5510 Admiral Way | We come to Po ygon s Charterhouse! Execut ve style 4 bedroom 4 bathroom 1919 square foot home with qua ity finishes and craftsmanship throughout Offering a gourmet k tchen with an abundance of storage a large island, gas range and integrated fridge Th s unit boasts h gh ce lings a

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1606-121 Tenth Street, New Westminster | A bright remodelled lobby welcomes you nto this friendly building to whisk you up to this bright corner suite with an except ona view overlooking a community garden park and tenn s court Tile floors at the entry meet carpet runn ng through-out the living & d ning room Bright cabinets wrap around the kitchen & pass through to the dining room The pr mary bedroom has a remodel ed ensuite and the second bedroom opens up to the balcony and sits next to the renovated fu l main bathroom Both bedrooms share a bright Northwest exposure along with the balcony that looks towards Burnaby and the Fraser River A full laundry room w th insuite storage rounds out this spac ous suite A renovated gym upgraded p umbing & boiler newer roof secure res dence & visitor parking add to the appea of th s Bosa built, Vista Royale On y m nutes away from New West Skytrain station Landmark theatres grocery shopping Starbucks Oxygen Yoga restaurants & bank ng Sorry, no pets allowed

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

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103-4747 54A Street Ladner

Listed by Royal LePage Regency Realty

Listed by Youlive Realty 206-4977 Springs Boulevard Tsawwassen

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5321 Upland Drive Tsawwassen

5937 165 Street Surrey

6748 Corbould Road Tsawwassen

$279,000 KELLY ALBUS Y Working to bring you home. 778 386 1423 kelly@sutton com realestatewithkelly.com Sutton Group Seafair Realty 1244 Beach Grove Rd Tsawwassen

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1654 Braid Road Tsawwassen 1539 Beach Grove Rd Tsawwassen

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4856

2,595 sq ft | 4 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | 3,863 sq ft lot

Historically known as Roycroft, this is an impressive 2 storey home restored to its Edwardian era with detailed craftsmanship & millwork distinguished by its octagonal turret & high ceilings on both floors Prominent corner location in the heart of Ladner A stunning piece of artwork & history

5531 49th Avenue, Ladner | $1,449,000

1,952 sq.ft | 3 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms |8,288 sq.ft lot

California living without the traffic and earth quakes! Located in a quiet cul-de-sac and backing onto Leslie Park this home is an outdoor oasis with an in ground pool, hot tub, private yard and two powered out buildings Plenty of parking out front for an RV or Boat!

109 4723 53 Street, Ladner

728 sq ft | 1 bedroom | 1 bathroom

5090 1 Avenue, Tsawwassen | $9,980,000

3,746 sq ft | 3/4 bedrooms | 3 5 bathrooms | 78,762 sq ft lot

THE POSSIBILITIES ARE GRAND! Stunning custom home sitting on 1 81 acres / 78,762 sq ft / 7,317 23 sq metres in a prime residential area in Upper Tsawwassen extending from 1st Avenue to the border Ready for the next phase, with a potential for up to 10 new lots to be created YOUR GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY!

| $530,000

Low in supply and high in demand! 1 Bedroom condo in one of Ladners best complexes Sunningdale Located in the quiet building away from Ladner trunk this units is steps from Ladner village, shopping and transit 1 parking and storage locker included!

your guests! Easy access to walking trails, golf, shopping and transportation

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

#405 8258 207A St. Langley

Yorkson Creek is across the street from a 52 Acre Public Park including Dog park. Central location close to Hwy 1 and shopping. This unit is in one of the premier developments in Langley. Quality craftsmanship & fantastic layout is what you get with this 2 bdrm & den (flex room) plus a large covered 20x10 patio with the option to shut the windows and enjoy year-round patio living. Spacious kitchen with granite counters and stainless appliances opens to generous dining and living room. Large primary bedroom with large ensuite and closet space. Guest room has ensuite as well. Air conditioned and quality finishing throughout, exercise center in the building. 2 secure underground parking stalls with storage unit in front of parking stall. This unit is immaculate and turnkey ready to move in.

Beach Grove 5857 16th Ave

Charming Beach Grove Rancher in Sunny Tsawwassen. Centrally located and only a few blocks to the Beach, Beach Grove Elementary School, shopping, recreation center, transit and golf course. 2 bedroom/2 bathroom with newer roof, furnace and hot water on demand. Large covered patio and powered work shop out back. Great Starter home or build your dream home. Duplex Zoned provides lots of development options.

#313 20750 Duncan Way

Fantastic layout in central location in Langley City 1,115 sqft 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath + Den 3 floor unit with South West Exposure in “Fairfield Lane”. Generous size rooms including 17 x 10 ft Master with large ensuite and walkin closet. Large covered patio, 2nd bedroom and den/office, laudry/storage room. Granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances and more. Easy walking to Kwantlen College, shops, transit & walking trails. There are also 2 underground parking spots & a storage locker. This is truly a great place to call home.

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2975 53RD STREET $5,950,000

MLS R2775898 360º TOUR

20 ACRES, 2 HOMES & HUGE BARN

4774 104TH STREET

$6,250,000

First time this amazing secluded 20.25 acre parcel has been offered for sale since 1955 which is located just off Hornby Drive on the quiet section of 104th close to Boundary Bay and private member grass airstrip. All 3 buildings on this property were built in 1972 which includes a sprawling 3,162 sq. ft. 4 bedroom rancher w/30 + car concrete driveway was substantially renovated and enlarged in 1987 and roof redone 10 years ago The second residence is a 1238 sq ft Woods bungalow presently rented and the spectacular 8,400 sq ft 20 stall barn which was used from day 1 to breed race horses up until 7 years ago is truly a first class facility complete with steel roof and cladding Attention to detail here is second to none including chain link fencing that surrounds the entire property

Almost square 17.34 acre parcel with 823 ft. of road frontage features an English style country home, 5 stall barn, hay field and generous pasture area which has been an established equestrian facility for decades. The property offers an ideal central location just 5 minutes to Tsawwassen or Ladner, Tsawwassen Mills Mall, BC Ferries, DeltaPort Way, TFN Industrial Park, transportation and more. This parcel is close to BC Railway in an area of transitional properties with amazing future potential Call anytime for more information.

MLS R2711985 360º TOUR

Experience the charm of country living in this cute farmhouse! The interior up is 1128 sq.ft featuring a blend of rustic character & modern comforts boasting refinished original hardwood floors, a cozy gas fireplace in the living room & a spacious kitchen. The 1088 sq.ft unfinished basement with outside access presents an exciting opportunity to customize to suit your needs. The private, gated lot offers space for a garage or workshop Savor the tranquility of the surrounding farmland with mountain views & gorgeous sunsets, make this quaint house your own!

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

Quite simply one of the finest condo buildings in all of South Delta!!! CANU has always maintained a solid reputation for its overall superior quality, design & location and this 2 Bed, 2 Bath, 920 sq ft ground floor south facing suite is no different. This spotless & extremely well maintained home includes a private, spacious and covered patio space with its own access to the slough, gardens & walking trails. This suite also features a beautiful kitchen w/ stainless steel appliances, modern white cabinetry, hardwood flooring, crown moldings & a floor plan that works perfectly w/ its prime location in the building Steps to shopping, recreation, transit & all of the finer things Ladner Village has to offer Purchase with a peace of mind at “CANU” in the heart of Ladner

$799,000

$60,000 worth of upgrades are front & center in this beautiful 2 bed, 1 Bath,1002 sq ft ground level suite at the well loved and centrally located “Camelia” building in the heart of Sunny Tsw Updates incl. a brand new kitchen with shaker style, soft close cabinetry & new appliances, new electrical, heating, plumbing, vinyl plank flooring, paint, toilet, vanity and the list goes on! Superb floor plan includes a primary bedroom with walk-in closet, 2nd bedroom, 4 piece bathroom, gas fireplace and a covered patio space with its own private entrance 1 parking, 1 storage and holding Open House Sunday September 3 from 2-4PM.

Welcome to Tsawwassen, the sunniest, least rainiest place in all of Metro Vancouver This 37.25 acre parcel of Prime A1 agricultural farmland sits on some of the most fertile & productive soil in BC and this Summer’s crop of choice is none other than local, South Delta corn. With easy & convenient paved road access for machinery and an outbuilding once used as a country vegetable stand, this farmland forms part of a rich, long standing & well known farming community whose reputation & products have earned world wide interest.

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floor and a full-size 2-car garage Upgrades include stone pat o pavers, artificial turf and extended garage space Easy access to the coffee shop, butcher, Pat Quinn’s restaurant, gym, driv ng range & more Your dream lifestyle

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July 18, 1991 - September 5, 2017

“Don’t go chasing waterfals” - TLC

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We cherish these memories of you Mark, Now and Forever

Love you and mss you aways

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In loving memory of Allan Frank Smith

May 19, 1943 - August 18, 2023

Allan passed away August 18 at Vernon Jubilee Hospital after a summer filled with family visits and loving care. He leaves behind his partner of 34 years, Cathy Glover, his daughter and the joy of his life Devon Smith, his stepson Dean Little (Kelsey) and his beloved grandchildren Mercer and Savannah, as well as his sister Anne Braund, nieces Catherine and Jennifer and nephew Kevin Braund and their families He was predeceased by his parents Frank (1994) and Catherine (2009), sister Helen (2015), and his brother-in-law Peter Braund (2023)

Allan grew up on the family farm on Goudy Road in Ladner, graduating as his father did before him and his daughter after, from Delta Secondary in 1961. He worked for Delta Foam Board before investing in Richmond Plywood in 1966 where he retired as production manager (and number one on the payroll) in 2013 In his father’s footsteps, he joined the Independent Order of Odd Fellows (IOOF) Delta Lodge 21 in 1961, serving as provincial Grand Master in 2009-2010 He continued to be an active member of Coronation #48 in Armstrong and Rebekah Excelsior #23 of Kamloops after moving to Enderby with Cathy and Devon in 2013. He relished his role as the unofficial patriarch and historian for both orders and truly enjoyed the fellowship he received right up until his passing

Allan raised purebred Angus cattle in Ladner, launching his Aleden herd in 1972 The herd grew to more than 60 Red and Black mother cows by the early 90s and were visible from Hwy 17 between Ladner and Tsawwassen. He was an active member of the BC Angus Association and marketed his bulls at sales throughout the Southern Interior every spring. He was deeply honoured when the Canadian Angus Association commemorated his 50-year membership earlier this summer He was a lifetime member of the Delta Agricultural Society, a member of Delta Farmers’Institute and the Canadian Red Angus Promotional Society His ties to the beef industry in BC and the agricultural community in Ladner ultimately led to the purchase of Country Life in BC in 2016 with Cathy when she assumed the role as publisher.

Allan loved his cows, but he loved his family even more He was a loving son and brother, a favourite “Unca,”an adoring and very proud father and stepdad, a delighted grandfather and an“enabling”partner He’s touched all our lives in different ways and will be forever missed – in Friendship, Love and Truth Family will gather for Internment at the family plot at Boundary Bay Cemetery in Tsawwassen followed by a reception for all at his IOOF home lodge in Ladner, 5425 Ladner Trunk Road, on Saturday, September 16, 1-3 pm.

Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at www CypressFuneral ca

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Obituaries A TIME TO REMEMBER

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McMILLAN, Faith

Beloved mum and Gran, Fath McMilan was wecomed nto the arms of her Heaveny Father on Juy 4, 2023 at the age of 87 Also there to wecome her was her oving husband, Ron and her daughter Deb Her lfe was marked by a deep faith n Jesus, her love for famiy and friends, her gracous spirt and constant prayers Her daughter Darene (Brian) Deamont, son Brian (Diane) McM lan, grandchldren Caeb (Lyndsey) Deamont, Daniel (Karissa) Delamont, Mchael (Kendall) Deamont, Jared McMllan, Cari (Nick) Peoso, and great grandchldren Rose, Jack, Penny, Jude, Eie and Eliot wll miss her constant ove, care and prayers for them

A Ceebration of Life Servce wll be held on Thursday, September 7th at 2:00 pm at Tsawwassen Aliance Church, 4951 12 Ave, Deta

n leu of flowers, please consider donating to The Goba Advance Fund of The Allance Canada via thealiancecanada ca/gve

TheMightyQuinn

April9,1967toJuly3,2021

Quinn will be forever remembered as a strong spririted soul who had a passion for people, music, art, dogs, and trees.

He found his calling at the North Shore Lookout and is now resting in peace with his cherished dog Brubaker and his beloved mother Dona Share remembrances with his sister Tanya at toliva@shaw.ca

LAWRENCE (NORUM), Leona M. April 13, 1936 August 20, 2023

Leona, 87, passed away on August 20, 2023, in Langley Memorial Hospital.

HOL, Gerard

January 14, 1935 May 24, 2023

Gerry Ho sadly took his final breath this past May. He lived a life full of adventure for 88 years. He is predeceased by his parents and two sisters. Born in denHague, Netherlands, he and his family proudly became Canadian when he was 15. Throughout his life, Gerry was focused on making the world a better, more beautiful place His talents and skills were utilized in many ways, but designing, building, renovating, reconstructing and improving on existing construction was his forte. In his later years, he also turned to furniture design and creation His talents for writing resulted in the published "Smokey" book, as well as many stories, poems and speeches

During his last weeks, his family had the opportunity to say their goodbyes and to share many treasured memories. His final words were to Lynda (nee McConnell), his beloved wife of 66 years. His six children and their partners, fourteen grandchildren and their partners, and nine great grandchildren brought him much joy as he took everyone on terrific adventures. His smiles, sense of adventure and mischief will be missed.

Leona was born in Vancouver, BC, on April 13, 1936. She was raised in Ladner, BC. She married James (Jim) Lawrence on September 20, 1957. They raised their family in Ladner, Langley, and Fort Langley, BC, before retiring to 100 Mile House, BC, in 1990 After Jim passed away, Leona moved back to Langley in 2013. She recently reconnected with her biological family, the Glens of Port Alberni, BC

Leona is preceded in death by her husband, James (Jim) Lawrence, and her parents, Arthur and Blanche Norum.

Leona is survived by her children, Ann, Lori, Alex (Nadine) and Jay (Pam); grandchildren, Carley (Austin), Curtis (Myesha), Spencer (Paige), Tricia and Alicia (Tyler); and great grandchildren, Lincoln, Phaedra, Daxter and Justin.

A graveside service will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, September 9, 2023, at 100 Mile House Cemetery.

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De GRYP, Elizabeth Christine 1932 - 2023

Elzabeth peacefully eft her oved ones on August 8, 2023 at the age of 91 years old

Eizabeth was born in British Columbia, but grew up n Cagary, Aberta with her parents Agnes and John and her seven sbings, Agnes, John, Peter, Tom, Rudy, Jack and Henry Eizabeth was predeceased by her parents and her sbings except her brother Tom

Eizabeth was aso predeceased by her husband Jon after 72 years of a ovng marriage

Eizabeth is survived by her daughters Jacqueyn (Kathy), Susan (Peter), her grandchldren Christopher (Shannon), Amie (Brad), Marc and Ern, her great grandchildren Madeline, Cayton, Layne, Aubryn and Austin

Eizabeth was passionate about her famly and they meant everythng to her She loved each and everyone of her famly beyond measure Her famly adored her humour, her playful sprit, her nurturng ways and her unconditiona loving support

Eizabeth’s favourite memories were of travelng the world with Jon, and hostng countess celebrations for family and frends Elizabeth was artstcaly gfted She oved creating beautifu birdhouses, wooden Santas, enjoyed drawing and panting and many other hobbes

Eizabeth also was a compettive Crib, Scrabble and game payer, her laughter and skll wll be greatly remembered by al

Elzabeth’s favourite, places were the famiy cottage at Point Roberts Washington, Maui Hawaii, and spendng time with her daughters, grandchldren and great grandchldren at anytme and anywhere

Eizabeth’s famly s gratefu to the professionals that provded comfort and support to her and her family

Eizabeth requested that the famiy gather privately for a celebration of her lfe n ieu of flowers, donations may be given to Varety-The Chidren’s Charity

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