Delta Optimist November 28, 2024

THURSDAY|NOVEMBER28|2024

COUNCILCONSIDERATION OFBYLAWS –DECEMBER2,2024

NoticeisherebygiventhatDelta City Councilwillconsidergiving first,second,and thirdreadings tothebylaws referenced belowatitsRegular Meeting at 5:00 p.m. on Monday,December 2, 2024 at theNorth DeltaCentre fortheArts, Theatre, 1142584 Avenue,Delta,BC.

File No.LU009759(Bylaw No.8468)

Location: 5411Crescent Drive

Applicant: IgnacioLara-Faure, SarahGallopDesignInc.

Proposal: Application forrezoningfromSingleDetached Residential 2(RS2) to ComprehensiveDevelopment ZoneNo.55(CDZ55) to allowthe constructionof aduplexandtwo-storeygarden suite. Thisapplication is consistentwithDelta’s OfficialCommunityPlan.

StaffContact: Emma Adams– Planner,604-952-3136

File No.LU009637(Bylaw No.8450)

Location: 10637 Ramona Wayand 8104 WiltshireBoulevard

Applicant: Parminder Panesar, SimbaHomesLtd.

Proposal: Application forRezoningand DevelopmentVariance Permit to allowsubdivisionof the properties into threesingledetachedresidential lots.ThisapplicationisconsistentwithDelta’s OfficialCommunityPlan.

DeltaZoningBylaw No.7600,2017 AmendmentBylaw No.8450

To rezone thesubject properties fromSingleDetachedResidential 2(RS2) to Single Detached Residential6 (RS6) to allowsubdivisionfromtwo lots into threelots.

Development VariancePermitLU009637

To vary Section11.60.6in“DeltaZoningBylaw No.7600,2017”byreducingthe minimum interior side setback fromthe east property line from1.5 mto1 mfor the principal structureonproposedLot 3. Approvalofthis DevelopmentVariancePermit is delegated totheGeneralManager, Development.

StaffContact: HayleyBurns,Planner,604-946-3332

FORMOREINFORMATION REGARDINGTHE PROPOSALS

Materials related to theproposals such as theproposedbylaws,detailedmapsandotherinformation maybeinspectedatDelta CityHall,4500 Clarence TaylorCrescent,Delta,BC, MondaytoFriday, excludingstatutoryholidaysfrom9:00a.m.to4:00p.m.fromThursday,November21,2024 to Monday,December2,2024

If youhavea generalinquiry regardingtheproposalorifyouwouldlikeassistancetoinspect any relevantdocumentation,please contact theDevelopmentDepartmentbyemail at development@delta.caorbyphoneat604-946-3380.

Correspondencereceivedupto 10:00a.m on Friday,November29, 2024 willbeincludedinthe Agenda package.All correspondence must includeyournameand full address and will form part of thepublicrecordfor theproposalandbepublishedontheCity’swebsite.

Email: mayor-council@delta.caOR

Writeto:Mayorand Council,CityofDelta 4500 Clarence TaylorCrescent Delta,BCV4K 3E2

*Duetoa service disruption at Canada Post,written comments canbesubmitted by emailorin-person to the Officeofthe CityClerkatthe above-notedaddress bythedeadline.

Harj Sidhu namednew Deltapolice chief

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A familiarfaceisthenew top copin Delta.

Late Thursday, (Nov. 21),the Delta police board announced that Deputy Chief Harjinder (Harj) Singh Sidhu isthenew chiefconstable of the Delta Police Department.

Sidhu willassumeleadershipof Delta policeon Nov. 25.

“I amdeeply honoured andgrateful to the Delta police board forplacing theirtrust inme to leadthis incredibleorganizationasits next chief —a place I’ve beenprivileged to callhomeforthe past 31 years,” said Sidhu in a news release. “I am inspired daily by thededicationandprofessionalismof our people, and itistruly anhonour to nowlead such an exceptional team.

“As chief, my focus will be on working collaboratively withthe board, our officers, civilian staff and volunteers, community partners, and residents to ensureDelta remainsoneofthe safest places to live, work, andplay. Together, we will buildon our strong foundation, strengthening trust, and building on our shared commitment to community safety and wellbeing.”

In making theannouncement, the police board offered itsthanks to interim Chief Guy Leesonfor his leadership during the transition period.

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“We are thrilled to announce Harj Sidhu as our new chief,” said board chair Ian Tait “With31 years of dedicated service to our community andanunwavering commitment to excellence, Chief Sidhu brings a

Sidhu’s appointment isthefirst internal appointment tochiefin38 years andthefirst SouthAsian chieffor Delta, which Tait said reflectsthe strengthof thedepartment andtheconfidencein Sidhu’s ability tolead DPD into the future, whilecontinuing to foster trust, safety, andcollaboration withthe community.

Sidhu began his careerin1993 asa recruitconstable

Overthe years, he has gained experience acrossa wide range of policing roles.

As a constable, he served inthe patroldivision, youth section, andinvestigations.

Rising throughtheranks, he became a sergeant leading thedrug/special projectsunit,and later, served as a staff sergeant in boththe patroldivision andinvestigative services.

As an inspector, Sidhu oversaw investigative support services, theoperational support branch, and special projects

In 2018,he was promoted to superintendent ofthe community policing bureau, where heledalluniformed operationsforthe Delta Police Department.

In 2021,heassumed the roleofdeputy chiefofthe community policing bureau,a positionheheld until his promotion tochiefconstable

The national search process was led by a third-party professional search firm (PFM Executive Search) to findthemost suitable candidate following the retirement of Chief Neil Dubord in August.

The process attracted numerous highly-qualified candidatesfrom across thecountry.

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HarjSidhuisthenew chief constableof Delta Police.

UPFRONT

Deltabird shelters keepingeagle eye lookout for avian flu

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B.C.’s top vet has issued anorderthat birds of a feathershouldn’t get together asanother meansof stopping the spreadofthe“highly pathogenic” H5andH7 avian influenza A virus.

The Oct. 22order means Lower Mainland owners ofducks, geese, doves, chickensand turkeys, pheasants, pigeons, quail, ostrichesand emus cannottake their feathered friends to “comingling” events such as flea markets, bird shows, publicdisplays, auctions or poultry swaps.

Chief veterinarian Theresa Burns said there’sa need to modify practicesafterdetection of the avian fluin B.C. poultry farms

She notesthat highly pathogenicinfluenza H5N1 has beenfound in the mud in wetlands areas, “indicating widespreadenvironmental contamination.

“There are heightened transmissionopportunitiesduring thetimeof wildbird migration,” said Burns.

The H5N1 strain of avian flu has beenconfirmed in B.C. forthe last three years, including this year, saidthe Ministry of Agriculture and Food.

According to the Canadian Food InspectionAgency, in B.C., asof Monday, 54 premises have been infected, affecting 6.8millionbirds.

The avian flu has affected two Deltafacilitiesthat deal with wild birds.

In the past two months, abouta dozenraptors have died of suspected avian flu, said Orphaned Wildlife Rehabilitation Society manager Rob Hope

There area fewmore birdsthan last year but it’s still a normal year asfaras calls go, Hope noted.

“We’re just trying to do the best we can withwhat

we have andobviously notonly protect theanimals, but protect people as well,” he said.

One bird isinquarantine with suspected flu.

The ministry says that people working with birds suspected of having theflu wearprotective clothing, including face masks, goggles, gloves and boots

Those measuresare already inplace at OWL, Hope said.

“We have a quarantine protocol set inplace… to prevent the spread to peopleor to our general population,” Hope said.

The facility currently has about 45 raptors, with most ofthose recovering frominjuries caused by vehicle strikes orhitting windows.

Hope saidif a passerby sees a sick raptor, they shouldphotographor videotape it, and sendit to OWL, who will be able to decide the best course ofaction.

If people seea sick or deadbird,they should

leave italone. But ifinteractionis required, use PPE asdescribed above.

Cases increase at this timeof year, during the migration season.

“The best thing to do is, ifit’s a bird of prey,is to just callus,” Hope said.

If someonefinds a

deadbird,they can call the Wild Bird Mortality hotline, at 866-431-2473.

OWL has already received more birdsthis year, 630,thanthe608 received inallof2023.

At the George C. Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary, manager KathleenFry

said staffare onthelookout for sick ordeadbirds

So far, they have found fourorfive deadbirds that they’veturned over to Environment and Climate Change Canada.

“This is a little abnormal and I know everybody isquite concerned that a human has contracted it,” Fry said.

Visitors are being cautioned not to hand-feed thebirdsand to wash their handsand stop feeding themfor awhile, sheadded.

Environment Canada also confirmed that H5 flu has beenfoundin a third of sediment samples tested thismonthfrom the Reifel sanctuary.

Canada’s Public Health agency said recently that a teenagerfromthe Lower Mainland has contracted theH5N1 avian flu.

Provincialhealthofficer Dr. Bonnie Henry said Tuesday the strainmost closely matchesthat of wild birdsintheFraser Valley,in October. No further cases have been found.

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City continues push for Fraserdredgingdollars

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It’s yet anotherletter reiterating Delta’s long-outstanding request for a sustained dredging program forthe lower Fraser River secondary channels. Council last week votedin favourof a staff recommendation to send a letter, signed by Mayor George Harvie, and requesting to be co-signed by Tsawwassen First Nation ChiefLaura Cassidy and Musqueam Indian Band Chief Wayne Sparrow, to the Minister of Fisheriesand Oceans Canada and the Canadian Coast Guard,as wellasthe Minister ofTransportation.

A staff report notesthat, despite previous one-time funding that allowed for some spotdredging, theFraser River’s natural sedimentationprocesses continue to affect the channels, leaving them close to pre-2013 sediment levels Although one-time dredging funding was announced by the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority in2021, withthe work wrapping up earlierthis year,

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all sustained funding has since been exhausted.

A port authority situation report, in Februar y 2023,estimated that $2.5millionannually is required to implement a sustainabledredging program.

In July 2023,more than150frustrated Deltafloat homeowners and business owners madetheiranger known on the ongoing dredging issue at a packed town hallmeeting at Fisherman’s Hall inLadner

The message most ofthe speakers and many inthe audienceconveyed was that they don’t want to heartheir political representativesdescribing how much they have beenadvocating,but wanted to see results.

A newgroup has recently formed, the SouthFraser River Enhancement Society,previously known asthe Ladner Sediment group.

The group’s mandate is to restore and maintainthe secondary channelsofthe Fraser River, while ensuringa sustainablecoexistence between the river’s ecosystem and people

City spendsmillions on pump stations

SANDOR GYARMATI

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The City of Delta will still have to come up with$11.4 million for two major flood-protectionprojects, following a recent announcement of a big federalcontribution.

Council last weekOK’d moving ahead with a funding agreement that will see two newdrainage pump stations built with a current estimated totalcost of$19 million, withthefederal government contributing $7.6million.

The city last year applied for funding undertheDisaster Mitigationand Adaptation Fund,forconstruction of the84th Streetand Silda Drainage Pump stations

The grant requirements include the federal government providing 40 percent oftheestimated costandprojects must be completed by 2032.

A staff report notesthat the detailed design andenvironmental permitting forthe84th StreetDrainage Pump Stationiscomplete, andconstructionis anticipated to start in2025. It would be located along the84th Street alignment

at thecentre ditch, withassociated piping and outfall works installed south to Boundary Bay.

The new pump station will service approximately 1,200hectares of lowlyingarea that includes industrial, agricultural andtransportationcorridors.

The city previously applied forfundingforthe pump station under a different program, but was turned down.

Meanwhile, the Silda Drainage Pump Stationis currently inthepreliminar y design phase withconstructionanticipated to commencein2027.

That proposed pump station would be located near9800 River Rd and is to alleviate long-term flooding concerns inthevicinityofthe Hwy.91/17interchange, as well as serviceupcoming industrialdevelopmentsinthe area, including theMK Delta industrial development.

Property acquisitiondiscussions forthe pump station site are currently under way.

The pump station projects have beenincluded inupcoming city capital plans, the report notes, addingDelta would be responsible forthe projects going over budget.

Delta SouthMLA Paton returnstoshadow cabinetasagcritic

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Delta SouthML A Ian Paton is back to what he was doing sincehe was first elected in2017, keeping an eye onhow the government manages agriculture inthisprovince

BC Conser vative leader John Rustadon Nov. 20 named Paton agriculture critic, as well ascriticfor theAgriculturalLand Commission.

Paton, a former BC United ML A, was elected Oct. 19after being asked to run forthe BC Conser vatives, which narrowly lost to theNDP There are noshortage ofissuesforeither agency.

The numberoneissue is water, Paton said,adding thatmany farmers are pushing forwhat is called anagricultural water reserve.

“That’s oneofthe biggest thingsintheprovince right now,is ready access to water during

thehot, dry summers that we’re getting,” Paton said. He wants the government to help farmers fund water-storage systems so they can survive theincreasing numberof

droughtsthat are part of climate change.

Measures such ascreating dugouts, damsor storage reservoirs, akin to giant, plastic swimming pools, can store water

during the wet months foruse inthedry.

“Ourprovinceispretty famousfortheamount of rainfall we get all through the wintermonths. We’ve got to figure out how we can make use ofthat rainfall and store it, sowe can get use ofitduring the summertime,” he said.

Climate isincreasingly diminishing the ranks of farmers, he said.

“Farmers are starting to dropoff like crazy,” he said. “Farmers are getting hit withdebt, drought, flooding, mud slidesand cold snaps. Thereneeds to bebetter risk-management programs, so farmers are covered in case of such extreme events.

“Ifthese peopleare going to stepupandtake the risk offarming, they need to be compensated forhorrendousactsof

God.” This fall, farmers in Delta got too much of a good thing- too much rain keptthemoffthe fields from harvesting potatoes.

Access to processing facilities for B.C. cropsis also needed, headded.

Paton will be working withnewly appointed Agriculture and Food Minister Lana Popham, also previously minister.

Paton said that the AgriculturalLand Commission“has got some serious issues” and needs anincrease in its budgetand has only five or six enforcement officers for all of B.C., leading to non-compliant usesoffarmland.

Farmers have to be able to add to their income by being able to operate small businesses onthefarm, headded.

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City agrees to hikein FVRLbudget

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Delta council has approved another increase forthecity’s share oftheFraser Valley Regional Librar y budget

The recommended option seesanincrease in themember assessment by 4.25 percent ($190,916),for a totalcontributionof $4,682,515for2025.

The FVRL board establishes anannual budgetfor librar y services to its15member jurisdictions

Each member municipality is chargeda levy to cover operating costsof the librar y branchesand centraladministration.

Delta has librariesin Ladner, Tsawwassenand NorthDelta

LastDecember, council approved Delta’s

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Thelatestincreaseis tomaintainlibraryservices atcurrentlevels andprovideanincrease tothedigitalmaterials budget.

share ofthe FVRL budget for2024 to increase by 6.76 percent, which worked out to $276,792, for a total budgetof $4,491,599. That’s way upfromthe almost $3.5million Delta paid to be a member in 2016.

A report to council

notesthat the recommended budgetoption fornext yearincludes, among otherthings, a one-time$306,000 increase to the total FVRL budgetdigital materials, funded throughthe2023 Provincial Enhancement Grant.

While thegrant is a one-timefunding source, the FVRLindicatesthat digital material purchases will occur only in2025, withan approximate one percent ongoing member assessment levy, required from2026onward, to maintaindigital material funding.

Coun. Rod Binder, oneof Delta’s representativesonthe FVRL board,noted that while hard copies of books are a one-time purchase, popular e-books may seem less expensive but require licence renewals.

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BCBuyLocal Week celebratesthe unique contributionsthat BC businesses make to oureconomy.Every locallygrownor locallymadepurchasekeeps money andjobsright here at home.Let’s come together to strengthen Delta’seconomy andshowcasethe hardworkingbusinessesthatmakeour communityspecial. Thisholiday season—and throughouttheyear—let’smakea meaningful impactinour community by supporting Deltabusinesses.

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Football for theages

LEditor’s

IAN JACQUES

ast Saturday night at BC Place proveswhyI love this job so much

During my now almost 30 years in journalism,I have had theprivilege to cover many outstanding community events, newsand sports stories

On the Sunshine Coast, whereIwasthe editorand sports editorfor12 years, I told storiesofprovincialand national championships, saw the agony of defeat andthrill of victor y for so many youth athletes I experienced the joy oftheircoaches, teachers and parents asthey shared inthose experiences

Thanks to Mark Booth, whoprovided outstanding sportsand athletic coverage forthe Optimist for30-plus years, I only watched fromthe sidelines (at my desk) ashe had these same experienceshere in South Delta

When Mark retired in2023, I knewthere were bigshoes to fill to maintain a high level and standard of sportscoverage forthe Optimist.

It’s been a challenge, but thanks to the effortsof parents, teachersandcoaches, we have been able to maintaina solid sports presenceforthe paper.

Building stronger communities

Theholiday seasonisassociated withgiving. Food drives, toy donations,and charitable campaignsfill theair waves, allaimed at spreading goodwill to those inneed.

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The AAAfootball semifinal between South Delta andW.J Mouat was oneforthe ages –a thrilling back-and-forthcontest that the Sun Devils pulled out 43-42. To be there in person alongside ouramazing freelancephotographer Jim Kinnear, who captured amazing photos from the game, which you can see on our website, to experiencetheshear joy and excitement from theplayers and coaches, was truly something.

Withthe win, South Delta isoff to the provincial title game Saturday against rival Vancouver College – who had five players fromthe South Delta area ontheir squad.

The two teams have been ranked one, two all yearandtheonly loss forthe Sun Devils has come at the handsoftheIrish.

It’s set up to be anotherepicnight of high schoolfootball underthedome. Jim and Iwill be thereas we document what is sure to be anotheramazing stor y that we both can tell.

While charityplaysan important roleinaddressing immediateneeds, it’s nota long-term solution.True, lasting change comesfrom building strong,inclusive communities.

Althoughit’s so desperately needed, charityoften treats symptoms,notroot causes.

Afood bank may ease hungerfora day, butwhat happens tomorrow? Without addressing systemicissues like poverty,affordable housing, oraccess to education,the cycleofneed continues. Thisdoesn’tdiminishthe valueof charity, but ithighlightstheneed fora

Community Comment

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broader approach. Communities,onthe other hand,create sustainable solutions by fostering connection,understanding, andcollective responsibility. Whenneighbours support oneanother,they buildnetworksthat can catch people beforetheyfall. When policiesare shaped by those affected,theylead to real change. Communityisthe bridgebetweencompassion andaction.

Thisholiday season, considerhow you cancontribute to yourcommunity inaddition to donating to charity. Volunteer your time to mentor someone, support local businesses, or joineffortsadvocating for systemic change.Small actions,likeorganizinga block cleanupor startinga mutualaidgroup, cancreate ripplesofimpactthat extend far beyondtheholidays. Communitiesalsohold the power to tacklethe stigma oftentied to receiving help. When peoplefeel supported, ratherthan judged, they’reempowered to contributeintheir own ways, creatinga cycleof resilience andgrowth.

Charityprovides relief, but communityoffershope, dignity,andapathway to a betterfuture. As we celebrate thisholiday season,let’s move beyond just giving and focusongrowing- together.

Letters

Let’s save Ladner’s history

Editor :

I couldn’t agree more with Kerri Beaulieu’s letter in the Oct. 31 editionof the Optimist regarding Ladner Village.

I just came back from Italy,andas the many touriststhat were there, I went to see the old churches, buildings, the rolling hills andfieldsofgrapevines, olive groves, plus thehistory of the areas that I visited.

I didn’t go to see the modern buildings, hotelsand high-priced shops Ladner has history – and buildings thatmay be oldand represent what Ladner was.

Many residents wouldlike it to stay that way.

Yes, with a little repair, these buildings not only can represent thehistory of Ladner, but can be rented out to peoplewho can attract tourists who are looking to shop at such a store.

Ladner was/is a farming, fishing and First Nation history

Thecitybought commercialpropertiesearlierthisyear.

Deltacity hall should be building on these assetsinstead ofdestroying them. What exactlyis left to bring world travellers to a hoteland Ladner ifthe City of Deltacontinues to want to destroy Ladner and its history?

Margaret Mikulik

Toomany pigsatthe trough

Editor :

Th e crime be in g commit t ed he re by Me tro Va nco uv eris tw o-fold.

Fir st , is the re fusal to be hones t ab ou t the amoun t of CO 2 and GHGs the y are already sp ewin g in to the at mos phere, wi th the ov e rpric ed proj ec tsth at wi llne ve r ea rn a dime and, se cond, the y arec omplici t wi th the good old boys, ensurin g there are onl y so ma ny pigsallo we d at

the trou gh. Th e ide a of pu tt in g ou ta re que st fo r priv at e financier s to pic k up the ta b in re tu rnfor se cu ri ng ow ne rs hip ri g ht s to the trea tmen t and re cla imof wa st ew at erand/or CO 2f or ap ro fi t, is ju st si mp ly forbidden to dis cu ss

Ho w is the so cialis t cl ap trap allo we d to exis t in ou r so -calle d free m arke t so ciety?

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Be aware ofaccessibleparking

Editor:

Have you ever parked illegally in a designated accessible parking spot?

Have you everused someoneelse’s accessible parking permitoronenot authorized for your use?

Please don’t.

Some things you shouldknow:

Accessible parking permits are only for people withdisabilitiesandare not to be lent orgiven to anyoneelse forany reason.If the permit-holder doesn’tleave the vehicle ata destination, the vehicle must be parkedina regular parking spot, not inanaccessible spot

Accessible parking permits are notinherited If the permit-holder can walk a short distance, they shouldconsider leaving the accessible parking spot for someonein a wheelchair who needs the wider space, including many ofus who dependon a modified van with a side ramp.

Many disabilitiesare invisible. Appearances can be deceiving. If you think you qualifyfor a permit, check with your doctor’s officeor SPARC BC Theiremailis : permits@sparc.bc.ca

Please be thoughtful, considerate and responsible

While some may think having anaccessible parking permitis a “perk,” those ofus who have one, wish we didn’tneed one Vince Miele

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING- DECEMBER 2,2024

Notice is hereby giventhatDelta City Councilwillholda PublicHearing to receiverepresentations fromany personswho deem it in theirinteresttoaddressCouncilregarding thefollowing proposed projects

ThePublicHearing will beheldaspartofthe RegularCouncil meetingasfollows:

Date: December 2,2024

Time: 5:00 p.m.

Place: Theatre, NorthDelta Centre forthe Arts,1142584 Ave. Delta WATCH LIVE: This PublicHearing maybeconvenedbyelectronicmeansas authorized by the Council Procedure BylawNo. 8330, 2023.For more informationonelectronicpublicparticipation,pleaserefer toSections5.39to5.41ofthe bylaw

ProjectNo. 1(File No.P24-13)

Location: 10379LadnerTrunk Road Applicant: City of Delta Proposal: To formally protecttheheritagevalue andcharacter of theEastDelta Hall undera heritagedesignation bylaw

East DeltaHallHeritageDesignationBylaw No.8439,2024

Theheritagedesignation bylaw includes thefollowing keyaspects:

• Allexterioraspects of thebuildingwillbeprotected;

• Theformwillbemaintained, includingthe fenestration patternofthe buildingandthebarrelvaultedroof;

• Normal repairsand maintenance,non-structural renovationsthatdonot significantlyalterthe exteriorofthe buildingorthe barrel-vaultedceiling,aswellasgenerallandscaping will be permitted;and

• Projects that fall outsideofthepermittedactions wouldrequire aheritagealterationpermit.

Staff Contact: HelenStanton,Community Planner –604-952-3613

IMPORTANTINFORMATION REGARDINGTHISPROJECT

Materialsrelated totheprojectsuch asthestaff report,proposedbylaw(s), detailedmaps, andother informationmay be inspectedatDelta City Hall,4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent,Delta,BC, Monday to Friday,excluding statutory holidaysfrom9:00a.m.to5:00p.m.fromNovember21,2024 toDecember 2,2024. Materialsmayalso be viewed at www.Delta.ca/PublicHearing

If youhavea generalinquiryregarding aproposedproject or if youwouldlike assistance to inspectany relevantdocumentation,pleasecontact theDevelopment Department by emailat development@delta.caorbyphone at 604-946-3380.

Correspondence received up to 10:00a.m. on Friday,November29,2024 will be included in theAgenda package.All correspondence must includeyournameand full address andwillformpartofthe public record forthe proposal andbepublished on theCity’swebsite.

Once thePublicHearing hasconcluded,nofurther informationor submissions maybeconsideredby Council.

*Due to aservice disruption at Canada Post,writtencomments canbesubmittedbyemail or in-person totheOfficeofthe City Clerkatthe above-notedaddress by thedeadlinebelow

PARTICIPATEINTHE PUBLICHEARINGPROCESS

ThePublicHearing is open to allmembers of thepublic. Anyperson whobelievesthattheir interest in propertywillbeaffected by theproposedproject shallbegiven an opportunity to providetheir comments(support, concerns,oropposition)to Council in thefollowing ways:

Writeto: Mayorand Council,CityofDelta 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent,Delta,BC,V4K3E2 Email:mayor-council@delta.ca

To speakvirtually at thePublicHearing,you must register at least24hours in advanceofthe Public Hearing andsubmita “Request to Speak” formavailable at www.Delta.ca/PublicHearing. Alternatively, youmaycallthe Office of theCityClerk at 604-946-3220toregister. You will be askedtoprovide thefollowing information.

1. PublicHearing meetingdateand projectnumber; 2. Whether youwillspeak in-person, by telephone, or byZoomvideoconference;and 3.Yourcontact information(name,address,phone number, andemail address)

Once registered, youwillbeprovideddetails needed to participate. Youdonot needtoregistertospeak in person.

TaxingsituationatMetro Van

Editor :

Re: Metro approves 25 per cent regional tax increase (Optimist, Nov. 7)

First, thank you to Graeme Wood forhis excellent article outlininga record-setting taxincrease. If Deltans haven’t readhisarticle, they really should, because they are going topay about $136more, or20 percent, intax for15 years, due to the incompetence at Metro Vancouver. The tax increase isinaddition to theCity of Delta tax increase proposed at 6.75 percent.

The North Shore Wastewater Plant project is a project that seems to have beenmismanaged for years.

Despite the North

Shore mayors trying to have the board reduce theirshare ofthetax increase, the board defeated the motion.

Has the board heard thephrase, “no taxation without representation?”

Did Metro Vancouver arrangea referendum onthis record-setting taxincrease? Did each municipality arrange taxpayer feedback sessions?

The answer isno

The board has hired a retired judge to reviewthe NSWPproject.

Sounds good, but wait, that means Metro Vancouverdecideswho to hire, decides whothe judge will meetand sets the scope ofthe review.

That isnotanindependent review.

Meanwhile, taxpayers

boil at the huge increase intaxes. What to do?

One optionisfor Delta council to follow theDistrictof North Vancouver, which recently asked theprovincefor a public inquiry.

Does our council have thecourage to dothisfor theirtaxpayers?

Anotheroptionisfor taxpayers in Burnaby to forcetheircouncil to voteto remove chair and Burnaby Mayor Mike Hurley. WhenMr. Hurley is replaced, a new chairis appointed andthenis also removed by the next city council, and so on.

Maybe thisaction will send a message to Metro Vancouverfromustaxpayers whoare without representation.

Keith Munro

Considerplantingoaktrees

Editor :

I amnot surprised that firtrees will have to be replaced. They often rot and blow down in a windstorm.

But ratherthan a mixofother various trees, please consider a small grove of Garr y oaks, truly unique,a native, indigenous species, onlyknown on southern Vancouver Island.

Very easy to grow here in Tsawwassen. I have one, and I amonly anamateur gardener.

For years, these magnificent trees were thought to have beenplanted by

FrancisDrake. Supposedly, he had time for a break fromfighting the Spaniards Thenthe y were thought to come from Windsor Park, inBritain,as such a tree had to have comefrom els ewhere.

A fewdecades ago, a Garr y oak in Victoria had to be removed, to make way fora sidewalk.

Anarborist counted the rings, discovering the tree was many centuries old andindeed, indigenousandunique to other varietiesof oak in North America.

Kerri Beaulieu

Noneed to gobackto work

Editor :

The longshoremen foreman’s union stated they are concerned about thefuture oftheirmembers, because of port automation.

Frankly,if I wasa port operator,I would certainly be looking for waystocut my exorbitant

labourcosts. Imaginean uneducated manager of five people earning more than a generalpractitioner? It just isn’t right. What doesanordinar y labourer make at the port?

The problem I see is that these guys make so much money that they

have noincentive to go back to work.

I just hope mediation starts to stemthis ridiculousinjusticeinthe labour market.

Ifthey don’t, then maybe itistime we revisited the operation of Ports Canada.

Bruce Fougner

Unwrapthegiftofgiving:SixDeltacharitiesyoucansupportthisholidayseason

Learn howyoucanhelptheselocalnon-profitsmakeameaningfulimpactinourcommunity

The holidays remindusoftheimportanceof kindness, generosityandsupportingthosein need.It’satimeto reflectonthepast year,look aheadtothefutureand expressgratitude for thoseclosesttous.

TheselocalDeltaorganizationsgoabove and beyondtoensurethatcommunitymembers aresafe,consideredandcared for, relying onthegenerosityofdonorstocontinuously supporttheir work.Thisholidayseason, considercontributingtooneormultipleof these worthycausesthatservethe foundation of ourcommunity

KinVillage

KinVillageisdedicatedtoofferingseniors asafe,vibrantandsupportiveenvironment wheretheycanstayengagedandactive. ThroughtheDayProgram forOlderAdults, they create aspacewhereseniors feel valued, whileprovidingcaregiverstherespitethey need,knowingtheirlovedonesarecared for.

This holidayseason,thecommunityisinvited to helpbringthenewDayProgramspaceto life.Generousdonationswillfundessential resources fortheprogram,creating avibrant, supportiveenvironment forseniorsand providing respite forcaregivers.

AspartoftheIt TakesAVillagecampaign, KinVillageis raising$3milliontobuild anew space fortheDayProgram,ensuringseniors haveaplacetothrive.Everygift, nomatter the size,willhavealastingimpactonthe livesofthosewhohave givensomuchtothe community

To donate,visitwww.kinvillage.org/donate or sendchequespayabletoKinVillage Association,541010th Avenue,Delta,BC, V4L 1H9.Charitable#118982867RR0001

Deltassist

Foundedin1972,Deltassist Familyand CommunityServiceshave been acaring resource forDelta residents,offeringsupport throughcounselling,outreachprogramsand community-buildinginitiatives.With afocus onhealthy familiesandpositiverelationships, Deltassist provides awarm,safeenvironment forall.Theircommitmenttomakinga differenceisdriven by adedicatedteamof professionalsand volunteers,all working

togethertoenrichlivesinthecommunity

Last year,Deltassisthelped1,976individuals andchildren receivetoysand food forthe holidays.This year,withtherisingcostofliving andinflation,thedemand fortheirChristmas programis expectedtoincreaseasmore families facefinancialstruggles.Donationsare vitaltosustainingtheseprograms,especially theholidayinitiatives.Withthesupportof thecommunity,aswellasthegenerosity ofindividuals,businessesandpartners, Deltassistaimstohelpevenmorefamiliesthis year

Visitwww.deltassist.comtofindoutmore informationonessential fooditems, registrationorhowtodonate.

HeronHospiceSocietyofDelta

TheHeronHospiceSocietyofDeltaoffers compassionate,freesupportto familiesand individualsnavigatingtheend-of-lifejourney Serving residentsofDeltaand Tsawwassen FirstNationLands,theirservicesinclude counselling,supportgroupsandgriefactivities thatcomplementpalliativecareatIrene ThomasHospice.Their focusisonproviding comfort,connectionand respectduring a difficulttime.

DonationstoHeronHospiceSocietyhelp sustainthesevitalservices,ensuringthat individualsand families receivethesupport theyneed. Yourgenerosityallowsthemto continueofferingcompassionatesupport andprovide anurturingenvironment for those facinglife-limitingillnessandgrief. Foradditionalinformationortomakea donation,visitwww.heronhospice.org, call6042457380ormail/drop-offto 4631Clarence TaylorCrescent,Delta,BC V4K4L8.

ReachChildand YouthDevelopment Society

ReachChildand YouthDevelopmentSociety isdedicatedto helpingchildrenwith extra needsachievetheirfullpotential.Since1959, Reachhasbeenprovidingtimely,accessible, and supportivecommunityprograms for familiesacross Delta,SurreyandLangley, fosteringoptimaldevelopmentand well-being forchildren, youthandadultsalike.With a focuson recognizingeachchild’sstrengths andabilities, Reachempowers familiesand helps over1,300childrenthriveannually, ensuringthatallindividualsflourishin acaring andnurturingenvironment.

TheirGiftofSpeech2024campaignis raising fundstoprovidetherapysessionsthathelp childrendevelopessentialcommunication skillsandgiftswillbematchedupto$10,000 by ananonymousdonor.This year,theyshared theprogressof four-year-oldArabella,pictured with ReachSpeech-Language Pathologist KimandhermotherJanelle.Janellecredits Reach,saying, “Arabella wouldn’tbewhere sheistodaywithoutspeechtherapy.”Early interventioniscrucial,asmostspeechand languagedevelopmentoccurs by agesix, andReachequips familieswithstrategiesto supporttheirchildren.

To WatchArabella’sstoryanddiscoverhow youcanbe apartoftheGiftofSpeech2024, visitwww.reachchild.org

BoysandGirlsClub

Forover85years,BGCSouthCoastBC (BGC)hasbeen abeaconofsupportand opportunity forchildrenand youth,offering them asafeand welcomingspacetothrive outsideofschoolandhome.

WhenkidsvisitBGC,theyareseenandheard forwhotheytrulyare. Attheneighbourhood Clubs,BGCprovideskidswith asafespaceto belongwhentheyaren’tathomeorschool. For youth,theirClub feelslikeaplace tohangout withfriendsandmakenewones.Butit’smuch morethanthat.WhenkidsvisitClub,they spendtimedevelopingtheskillstheyneedto grow intoamazingadults—skillslikehealthy livinghabits, alifelongloveforlearningandthe abilitytobuildhealthy,lasting relationships. OvertheirtimeatBGC,thesechildrencome to believeinwhatmakesthemamazing,justas BGCdoes.BGC’sprogramsareself-funded Thisholidayseason,everydonationhelps provideopportunities forkidsandyouththat theymightnototherwisehave.

DeltaHospitalandCommunity Health Foundation

TheDeltaHospitalandCommunityHealth Foundationis anot-for-profitorganization dedicatedtosupportinghealthcareinitiatives fortheDeltaHospitalCampusofCare,which includes MountainViewManorandIrene ThomasHospice.The Foundation works tirelesslytofundessentialmedicalequipment andinfrastructureimprovements,ensuring that healthcareteamshavethetoolstheyneedto provide exceptionalcare.Thisholidayseason, the Foundationis focusedon raisingsupport foritsHolidayWishList,whichincludessome ofthemostcriticalneedswithinthehospital andcommunityhealthservices.

Yourgenerousgiftthisseasonwilldirectly contributetothepurchaseofurgentlyneeded medicalequipmentandtechnology,whichare vitaltomaintainingthehigheststandardof care.DonationsmadebeforeDecember31 will bematched by ChempositeInc.,doublingthe impactof yourcontribution.Additionally,your supportwillhelpthe Foundation reachitsgoal ofbuilding astate-of-the-art200-bed facility forDelta’sseniors, aproject thatwillprovide themwith asafe,dignifiedplacetocallhome. Yourdonationis ameaningful waytomakea lastingdifferenceinthelivesofthosewho need itmost.

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Changes coming for Ladner Village Market

SANDOR GYARMATI

sg yarm ati@delta-optimi st .c om

Changes forthenext Ladner Village Market won’tincludeallowing dogs

Deltacouncil last week approved a series of changes forthe2025 market season but agreed not to approvea recommendation to remove the current “no dogs permitted” policy.

A staff report notes that marketgoers not familiar withthe rule, bring their dogs to the marketand are disappointed when they are turned away, while there are concerns thatowners will put their dogs at risk by leaving them in cars whilethey shop.

Additionally,enforcement ofthe ruleis chal-

lenging.The report also notesthat the Fraser Health Authority permits dogs at outdoor marketsand most markets operating across the Lower Mainlandare dogfriendly,ifthey are kept on a short leashand well behaved.

The report suggeste d extending the market area wouldprovide sufficient roomon Delta Stre etand 48th Avenue to allow on-leashdogs

However, members of councildisagreed, sayingthe outdoor summer market, which can get hot andextremely busy,is no placefordogs.

Coun. Dan Boisvert saidhe has seen acouple ofincidentsofdogs lashingout at people when theanimals were permitted. “It’s is a market for

peopleand peoplefirst,” he said.

Mayor George Harvie agreed, saying there is a reasonthe policy was put inplace.

He also noted the city’s bylawsdepartment is

against theidea. In 2023,the city announce d it had entere d into an agre ement withLadner Village Market Ltd. to assume theassetsand operationofthe market

forthefollowing season.

Afterinvestigating multipleoperational optionsandengaging withother market operatorsin B.C., staff determinedthat the best modelforoperatingthe Ladner Village Market in2024and beyond was to utilizeadedicated market manager, the report notes, addingthat the Collective Markets wasinvited to takeon the management role becauseoftheirlocal experience, bothtransitioning ownershipand operationofthe Clayton Heights Marketand operatingthe Southlands Market.

Despitea fewinitial transitional challenges associated withthe change inoperators, staff believe that the2024

Ladner Village Market season was very successful.

The changes that were approved for next year on a trial basis include adjusting the market layout to extendthe market down Delta Street to Bridge Street, allowing businesses fronting the market route to establish pop-up patiosforfood and beverage salesafter obtaining all required permits, creatinga community activitiesarea/ eating area and anartist’s corner, as wellasadding aneighth market day on Sept. 21,2025.

The city willalso undertake anopenprocess to solicitinterest in operatinga NorthDelta market on Sundays that won’tconflict withthe Ladner Village Market

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Someon Delta councilsaidacrowdedmarketwith hotpavementisnoplace foradog.

Deltapolice want to know ifpeoplehappy

the y think policeintheirneighbourhood exce ed their authority.

PHILMELNYCHUK

pmeln yc huk @d elta-optimis t. co m

Local police want to know if you’re happy withthe way they’re ke eping the peaceintheCity of Delta.

Andthey’re asking pe ople some toughquestionsinananonymous survey about everything from body cameras to whetherthe Delta Police Department treats ever yone with respect andfairness andifthe y would help police, ifaske d.

One questionasks pe oplehow often

Another part ofthe survey asks tw o questions, asking pe opleifthey think policeare effective at solving violent crimes andifthe y think policeare effective at responding to callsfor help.

Another pairof questionscould possiblycreate controversy

The first questionasks residentsif the y think Delta policearedoinga good job.

Thenthe y ask the same question about policing in Canada

“Taking everything into account, how gooda job do you thinkthe policeinthiscountr y are doing?”

Th ere’s als oa se ctionas ki ng pe opl e to ra te, on a sc aleofone to fiv e, ho w im po rt an t va ri ou s po lice

se rv icesare su ch as : havin g De lta po liceofficer s invo lv ed incommunit y vo lun te eractivities ; havin ga visible presenceinthecommunity; havin g De lta po liceconsult wi ththecomm unit y, havin g ur ge nt ca llsdealt wi th in a timel y ma nner, havin g po lice invo lv ed in you thprog ra msanddealin g wi thtrafficis su es, violen t crime a nd se xu alas sa ults, proper ty crime, au to theft

Pe opleare als o aske d how they’ve comeinto contact with Delta police, if they’ve be en a victimofcrime, orwhy the y didn’t report a crimeandhow policetreate d complainantswhen policear rive d on sceneand what they thinkof police wearing body cameras. Delta police were the first in B.C. to wear such devices.

Anotherquestionas ks pe ople to

ch oo se wh at the y think wi llaffect po licin g ov erthenex t ye ar

Po ss ible re sp onsesinclude, homeles sn es s, ille ga l drugs, po pu la tion grow th, ag in g po pu la tion, a growin g ec onomy,or ga niz ed crime, and greate r diver si ty .

Whenitcomes to how pe ople are informe d about crime, the survey asks pe ople to ranktheir main source ofinformation,andhow much the y trust it, whetherthat be socialmedia, mainstream media, religiousleaders or Delta policethemselves

The fe edback fromthe survey is essential inshaping thedepartment’s future strategy andthat policemeet thene eds ofthecommunity, saidDPD in a news releas e.

The resultsofthe survey will be made public.

New colourscheme fornew Ladnerparkbuilding

SANDOR GYARMATI

sg yarm ati@delta-optimi st .c om

A newlookisproposed for a new sportstraining facility already under construction at Cromie Park, inLadner Council earlierthis year approved a constructionandlease agreement withthe Ladner Minor Baseball Association to build a new, indoor baseball training facility at the park.

The 14,600-square-foot facility will be located at the southern edge ofthe park.

The city recently

announced that an alterationinthedesign will see the building’s exteriorcolour changed to address glarefrom theoriginallyproposed metal siding, incorporate the LMBA team colours andadopta “red barn” colouring to reflect the community’sfarming roots.

Thefacility still will includeexterior public washrooms, meeting space,a concessionand storage space.

The city’s parks and recreation department willalso be able to use the$3.7-millionfacility to host publicprograms

The City of Delta will provide$2.5millionin funding, withthe remaining money contributed by the LMBA .

There are to be no financialliens, mortgages or charges levelled against the building, or lands, to fundtheconstructionoftheproject, says the city.

The training facility will be situated between theexisting baseballdiamondandthe current all-weatherfield,which is intended to be converted into a third diamond in 2025.

The facility is to be completed by April 2025.

Thecityisinviting

Mayor urges cellphonelevy for E-Comm

SANDOR GYARMATI

sg yarm ati@delta-optimi st .c om

It’s timefor a cellphone levy to help sort out E-Comm’s financial problems

That’s what Delta Mayor George Harvie said last weekduringa councildiscussionon a staff report on a review ofthe governanceofthe service, saying that with the numberof cellphones now intheprovince, $1 per monthcould result in$54 million in muchneeded revenue.

E-Commcommissioneda consultant to conduct a comprehensive evaluation to identify

governance challenges andproposed improvements

The report also notes that E-Comm has been operating at a deficit for several years, with a $7.2million shortfall infiscal 2023.

Insufficient revenue generation,compounded by structuralunderinvestment in automation andprocess efficiency, limits E-Comm’s capacity fornecessary technologicalandoperational improvements

The report also notes that the Members’ Agreementallows E-Comm to recover costs fromitsmembers, how-

ever, reluctance among stakeholders to increase financialcontributions withoutaddressing service levels, costsand governance has left E-Comm’s funding model under strain.

Harvie said a cellphone levyisinplacein otherprovincesandhe hopesthe B.C. government can be lobbied to do likewise.

Currently,thecity has 2024E-Comm levies budgeted at approximately $3.1millionfor police and$1.3 million forfire services, charges that keep going sharply higher ever y year

The E-Comm 9-1-1

- Governance Model Review report notes eight provinces/territoriesacross Canada have a wireless call-answer levyadministered by the primary telecommunicationcompany inthe province, which provides a stable sourceoffunding to support theoperating and capitalexpensesof the Public Safety Access Points.

That report notesmore than92.9 percent of B.C. households have at least one cellular telephone “A universal cellphone levycouldultimately be more equitable thanthe existing leviesandtaxes “Initially, a cellphone

levycould eventually replace a number ofothertaxes and levies overtime,” the report predicts.

Havinga levy will requirea coordinated approach between the province, municipalities and telecommunications providers, the report adds.

Noting the review illustrateshow the current systemisbroken, Harvie saidhe’s also concerned that whatever new governance structure is approved, it won’t include representation fromtheCity of Delta.

TheDelta report notes staffand Delta’s repre-

sentative ontheE-Comm Board, Coun. Dylan Kruger, have taken part in various meetings with E-Comm staffinorder to continue to be informed ofE-Comm’s proposed changes.

Kruger remarked that the current structure and how communities are represented, simply does not make sense.

E-Commnow handles 99 percent of9-1-1 calls intheprovince, managing approximately two million emergency calls annually. Harvienoted E-Comm had originally beencreated to only handle Metro Vancouver calls

City floodpreparedness planimplemented

SANDOR GYARMATI

sg yarm ati@delta-optimi st .c om

The timeof year has arrived when king tides could pose a serious threat offlooding forareas in Delta.

The city last week issued itsfirst advisory of a significant storm surge event, withanticipated high-waterlevels to coincide with strong winds, elevating theflood risk forthe Beach Grove and Boundary Bay communities, as wellas possibly Westham Island.

Residents were notified that sandbags were avail-

ableandalso encouraged to stay away fromcoastal areas untilthehightide eventhad passed, as well as to take all suitableprecautions to protect themselvesandtheirproperty

Crews were closely monitoring conditions and ready to respondas required.

At its Nov. 18meeting, councillors also received anupdate onthecity’s annualpreparationsfor theflood riskto the communitiesof Boundary Bay and Beach Grove.

Thehighest risk isduring the king tides period, which occurs during the

wintermonths whentides can reach orexceed 5.0 metres at Point Atkinson.

The preliminary king tides schedule indicates thenext period ofhighest risk willlikely occur from Dec. 15 to 19.

At the beginning of each winter season, beach access pointsare secured withlock blocks and large sandbags, as required, to provide temporary flood protection.

Weatherforecastsare also monitored throughout the winter seasonand inthe event of significant storms, advisoriesare posted using changeable

message signboards, a report notes, adding furtheractivationof staff andtheemergency operationscentre would occur inthe event of a flood forecast.

Notingthecity’sengineeringdepartmentis thelead agencyduring any flooding eventin Delta, Fire Chief Guy McKintuck toldcouncil that a storm surgepreparednesstabletopexercise was recentlyheld, going over specific roles and responsibilities He addedthat aflood plan was specifically developed for Beach

Groveand Boundary Bay Village. Meanwhile, thecity continues to eye long-term flood protectionforthose communities, last year gathering publicfeedback onproposed long-term conceptualdesign solutionsfor the Beach Grove seawall.

Although various repairs have beencompleted, theneighbourhood remainsprone to multipleflood-related hazards.

The city says with recent updates to the provincial guidelines, theexisting seawalldoes notmeetthe current

requirements to provide safeprotection against flooding due to the wall height, wave overtopping protectionand seismic requirements According to thecity, uponadoptionof a design solution, Delta will seekfurtherfunding from senior government levels to assist withthedetailed design andconstruction oftheflood protection upgrades.

The city last year received a $217,000 joint federal-provincialgrant for a structuralassessment andconceptual design for a higher wall.

City reviewing its small-scalehousing regulations

SANDOR GYARMATI

sg yarm ati@delta-optimis t. co m

Delta’s newsmall-scale multi-unit housing (SSMUH) regulations could begoing through some changes.

Earlierthis year, council adopted zoning amendment bylaws to allow fordevelopment ofthose regulations in areas previously zoned for single-detached andduplex housing. It would permit thedevelopment of singledetached housing and secondar y suites, garden suitesand coach houses

The zoning changes were mandated by theprovince for all municipalities

Delta’s SSMUH bylaw changes had been happening concurrently withthe city’s Official Community Planupdate

Delta had 24,124properties with either RS (Single Detached Residential)orRD

(Duplex Residential) zoning, with a further90properties comprehensivedevelopment zoning that permitted singledetached orduplexdwellings.

The changes in Deltamean that for properties less thanor equal to 3,014-square-feet,a maximum ofthree units would bepermitted, while forproperties greater thanthat,a maximumoffourunits would be permitted.

Whereproperties greater than 3,014-square-feetand fall within a 1,312-square-foot radius offrequent transit bus stopsalong Scott Road(R6and 319 routes), a maximum of six units would bepermitted.

Properties in theAgricultural Land Reserve or outside ofthe urban containment boundary, would bepermitted up to three units

Applications that meet the new provincial small-scale multi-unit housing require-

ments will go straight to the building permit stage without theneed for public notification letters andon-sitesignage.

A planning department report at the time ofamendments were approved, however, notesthere are circumstanceswherea property may not be able to achieve additional units allowed by the legislation.

Ratherthanundertakinga comprehensive study to determine which properties may be limited in their development potential,the specifics of each property would be dealt with on a case-by-case basis as development applications are received, the report adds To support local governments inimplementing the requirements, theprovince released a Policy Manual and Site Standardsdocument to provide guidanceonhow to implement the zoning changes.

It includes site standardsthat must be considered by a local government.

However, cities are not required to follow those standards and can continue to use their own standardswhen it comes to things like setbacks, height andfloorarea coverage, which the City of Delta has chosen to do

Undertakinga community awareness campaign andholding an information session last week, the city is now reviewing theprogress of SSMUH in Delta, asking forfeedback on potential future zoning bylaw updates.

Planning staff will report back to council in early 2025. Council had agreed to have the changes monitored closely with a report to come back on possiblefurtheradjustments to floor space ratios, heightsand setbacks.

The report also notes that

the city’s “interim approach wouldallowDelta to more fully evaluate theeffectsofthese changes onestablished neighbourhoods over time. Staff will be actively reviewing applications received to undertake furtheranalysis in determining what additional changes are warranted to support the deliver y ofviable SSMUHprojects, while evaluating potential impactsonadjacent residential properties.”

The province last yearalso announced the Standardized HousingDesign Project, aimed at creating new standardized, customizable, residential designsforsmall-scale, multiunit housing built on single lots

The designscould be adopted by local governments andoffered to builders and homeowners at a significantly below-market cost to expedite permitting anddevelopment.

Delta,Metro looking at standardized rental buildingdesigns

SANDOR GYARMATI

sg yarm ati@delta-optimi st .c om

An application to build an 81-unit rental building at 4501ArthurDr., in Ladner is still winding its way in the review process before it makes its way to council forconsideration.

Located wherea heritage structure thathas fallen in serious disrepair is to be demolished,the

proposed complex will havealevelofunderground parking andfour storeys above.

According to theplanning department, the proposed development would require a public hearing because it does notcomply withthe site’s designation underthe new Official Community Plan.

Meanwhile,a devel-

opment application in NorthDeltathat would seea high-density residentialdevelopment wouldalso requirea public hearing because that site’s new OCP designation also doesnot comply.

That application would see theconsolidation of several single-family lots in the8200-block of 112th Streetand11200-

block of 82A Avenuefor a newfour-storey apartment building with85 market strata units and 47 market rental units, as wellas two three-storey townhouse buildings with20 units

The application also still must come to council for consideration.

The planning department is also currently reviewinga separate

rezoning anddevelopment varianceproposal for a six-storey purposebuilt78-unit rentalcomplexfor a vacant lot at 5737LadnerTrunk Rd.

Located next to a 7-Eleven,andnearthe intersection at 57th Street, that proposal is consistent withthe site’s designation underthe OCP.

Meantime, Metro

Vancouver, in partnership withthe province and several municipalitiesincludingDelta, are developinga blueprint to accelerate the deliver y of six-storey rentalhousing.

The project is supported by boththe Metro Vancouver Regional District Sustainability Innovation Fundandthe Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation.

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City paving the way for more in-homehealth-care support

SANDOR GYARMATI

sg yarm ati@delta-optimis t. co m

Deltacouncil has agreed to addhome health-care professionals and services to the Metro West Inter-Municipal Business Licenceprogram.

Launched in2013, and made permanent in2015,theIMBL program isdesigned to facilitate business operationsacross Delta, Vancouver, Burnaby, New Westminster, Richmond and Surrey.

UndertheIMBL, businesses obtain a licencein theirhome municipality and,for anadditional fee, receive theIMBL for all participating municipalities.

It’s aimed at reducing administrative burdens andcostsassociated with operating in multiple municipalities.

A Delta report notes consumers can benefit fromincreased choiceas businesses expand servicesacross participating municipalities

Uptake oftheIMBL has been steady, the report

notes, adding that since 2015,theannual number issued has increased seventeen-fold. In 2023, a totalof6,817IMBLs were issued by participating cities, with634issued by Delta.

Until recently,theIMBL was limited to constructionandtrades-related businesses.

In October 2024, Vancouver becamethe first municipality in the Lower Mainland to approvean expansion to theIMBL to includeinhomehealth care professionalsand services

The Delta report also notesthat businesses that providehomehealth care andotherin-home support servicesare good candidates to joinasthose support services are vital to some residents, and will be increasingly important asthe population ages.

The City of Delta currently issues about 30 business licences each year to businesses whose core work is to provide in-homehealth care and nursing services In addition,thecity issues about 400licences annually to

health-care businesses that couldprovideinhome servicesas part of their business, including midwifery, registered massage therapy,fitness training, and counselling services,among others.

Many ofthe business already serve clientsin multiple Metro Vancouver municipalities, providing servicesthat includeinhomemedical care, transportation,companionship andhome making.

“Staffmet withthe BC Care Providers Associationand with business owners. Staffheard unanimous support for theproposal to include businesses that provide in-homehealth care and related servicesinthe Metro West IMBL program. Staffheard that the reducedadministrative andcost burdens will be welcomefor businesses that already operate in two ormore municipalities; may encourage and enable able businesses to expandtheir service areas; and can benefit clientswho may see increased serviceoptions,” the report states.

John Oliver Park a newsoftballcity?

Deltamayor

says area can be developed to createtourism opportunities

SANDOR GYARMATI

sg yarm ati@delta-optimis t. c om

A new sportscentre at John Oliver Park isanidea worth exploring.

That’s what Mayor George Harvie suggested following a TourismDelta presentation last monthonthe Delta Community Tourism Plan.

Elizabeth Clark, tourism manager for Tourism Delta, and Jill McKnight, executive-director ofthe Delta Chamber of Commerce, outlined thenewplanthey said has tremendousopportunity for a “community-first” approach in making the City of Delta a desirable tourism destination.

During council’s discussionafter the presentation,the topic ofhow the plan can incorporate NorthDelta was raised, with Harvie pointing out sports has always beenanintegral part ofthe community.

Harvie said John Oliver Park has the potential to be furtherdeveloped, in partnership with TourismDelta, to be something like Surrey’s SoftballCity.

He saidit wouldcreate “tremendous opportunitiesfor tourism” but also that “we have a job to doalso, to see ifthat should be done withcouncil,ofcourse, in order to promote tourismin North Delta.”

Coun. Jessie Dosanjh agreed, noting sportsshould be promotedinDelta, but more infrastructure isneeded including a sportscomplexthat can be a multisport,multi-event site,and John Oliver Park may make a good site

However, hotelaccommodationsare also necessary, but NorthDelta lacks such accommodation,which could be a challenge, he said.

A new masterplanfor John Oliver Park inEast Ladner last year was quietly put back onthe agenda forthe parks and recreationdepartment.

Among theCity of Delta’s proposed 2024 budgetplanhighlights were a list

of“key projects and initiativesthecity isexcited to move forward with” which included preparing a masterplanfor the athletic park

It wouldn’t be thefirst time the 20-hectare (50-acre) John Oliver Park was eyed for major additions overthe years.

Back in2008,thecity announcedit was working on an agreement withthe Vancouver Whitecaps to set up a team trainingfacility, as wellas a national training centre, at the park.

Theproposal,however, fell apart when Delta andthe soccer clubcould not comeup withan agreement on how much community usage would be given.

As farasthefuture ofthe park, which is utilized for soccer, footballand rugby, thecity’s parks, recreationand culture strategic work plan, back in2018,noted there are limited development opportunitiesin Delta’s parkland, but John Oliver Park has potential forenhancement.

Someofthemedium-term (20232027) wishlist items identified inthe planincludedimprovements to the park, such as additional fields,a fieldhouse facility capableofhosting community activities, additional parking andotherimprovements

The totalestimated cost for allthose projectsadded up to $30 million.

“ The approved John Oliver Park master planenvisionsthedevelopment of the park asan outdoorfieldcomplex to create anextensive outdoor sports and recreation hub forthe residents of Delta The multiplex layout in the masterplan identifiestheconversion of a natural grass field to synthetic turf, thecreationof a cycling course, sport courts, permanent field house facility as wellas a trail systemand interpretivelookout, all supported by additional parking area,” thepreviousplan stated

Prior to thefailedmemorandum withthe Whitecaps, the city had made a deal withthe Ex-Britannia Rugby Associationforthe park whichincluded new fieldsand restoring thehistoric John Oliver Barn.

The rebuilding ofthe barn was later deemed notfeasibleonce it was dismantled.

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Community Nature Notes: Waiting for collaredSnow Geesetocheckin

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Re ifelBir d Sa nctuar y

Did you know that some local Snow Geese are being tracked yearround to gain a better understanding oftheir migration routes to andfromtheirbreeding groundsonWrangel Island, Russia?

In March 2023and Februar y 2024, some Snow Geese were fitted with satellite telemetry collars that log locations of each goose ever y 15 minutes.

Researchers can access the datawhenbirds are inproximity to cell phone towers. Whenthey

are in remote areas, such asAlaska and Russia, the dataare stored until they are back in range. Besidestracing their migration routes to and fromWrangel Island,the telemetr y collars record movementsduring nesting season,and winter habitat use oftheFraser River and Skagit River estuaries

Since late September, we have been watching the Snow Geese “check in” to their local wintering areas aftertheir5,000 km long migrationfrom Wrangel Island.

Most of thebirds tagged inthe Skagitthis spring are back inthe

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Fraser/Skagit regionfor the winter The GPS data from each tracked goose likely representsthe spring and fall migration patternsof10s to 100sof Snow Geese asthey tend to fly insmall flocks.

Some Skagit geese followed the B.C. coast during theirnorthand southmigrations, but five went east andnorth throughAlberta in spring and returned south along thecoast in fall. One went both ways through Albertaandis still there.

We are also discovering that “Skagit” birds donot just use the Skagitestuary. Some have moved to Lynden, Washingtonandare making forays into

Langley, Abbotsford, Chilliwack and sometimes Delta

Thisproject is a partnershipof Environment and Climate Change Canada, the Reifel Bird Sanctuary,and Washington State Department of Fishand Wildlife For more information, visit https.//reifelbirdsanctuary.com/trackingwildgeese.html.

Editor ’s note: Nature Notes is a monthly column produced by the Delta Naturalists and their community partners. For infomation on monthly meetingsand more, see www.deltanaturalists.org and www.facebook.com/DeltaNats.

CollaredSnowGoose.

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DSS hopes to warmhearts andbellies thisChristmas

20 Days of Giving Campaign started Nov. 26

Students at Delta Secondary School(DSS) in Ladnerare once again launching their20 Days of Giving Campaign to collectfood (including pet food),gifts, toiletriesand gift cards to create hampers for local families in need to help themenjoy the festive season. This year, the20 Days of Giving Campaign runs from Nov. 26until Dec. 13.

Last year, students raised more than$15,000,

including food items, toiletries, andgift cards. Theireffortshelped make the holiday seasonmemorable for25 local families This year, students are aiming to create hampers for30 localfamilies. There are several ways you can support the campaign:

Dropoffdonationsof food orgifts to the drop box outsidethe school from Nov. 26 to Dec. 13 between thehoursof8:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. Monday

to Friday DSS is located at 461551st. inLadner.

On Dec. 3 from3:30 to 6 p.m., stop by Save-On Foods inLadnerwhere members ofthe school’s Interact Club will be on hand collecting donations.

You can also donate cashorgift cards. Please call ahead to the school office at 604-946-4194 to make arrangements. Monetary donationsof $25ormore requiringa tax receipt should be provided in a chequewritten to Delta Secondary School(memo:20 Days of Giving).

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Last year,students raisedmorethan $15,000,including fooditems,toiletries, andgift cards. Theireffor ts helpedmaketheholidayseasonmemorable for 25local families. This year,studentsareaimingtocreatehampers for30local families.

Community Delta community leader Gail Martinhonoured with Rotary’s PaulHarris Fellow Award

For outstanding service to theDelta community, past president of the Delta Community Foundation Gail Martin received Rotary’s prestigiousinternational Paul Harris Fellow Award at the Nov. 19meeting ofthe Rotar y Clubof Ladner

Paul Harris Fellow honourees are individualswhomeethigh professionaland personal standards set forth by Harris, asfounderin 1905of the now1.4-million-member Rotar y International. Honourees may be members who have reached a milestonein giving to The Rotary Foundationor may be community leaders forextraordinar y service above self.

Martin, earlier a resident of Tsawwassen, has lived in NorthDelta since1973where she raised hernow adult children. She retired in2002after 34 years at Telus

Her many contributions to the Delta community have comethrough service such as :

• Conquer Cancer as canvasser

• school Parents Advisor y group

• Sur-Del Scouts Canada

•Delta Family Court Committee

•Delta Community Services Advisor y Committee

•Delta Healthy Communities Committee

•DeltaArea Planning Committee

•Delta Police Board

•Delta Police Foundation

• BC Labour Relations Board

• Boys and Girls Clubs of South Coast

Pastpresidentofthe Delta Community Foundationand contributortomany causesin DeltaGail Martin received Rotar y’s PaulHarris Fellow Award.

B.C.

• Crossroads United Church where sheprovided congregational outreach during the pandemic

“Having founded the Delta Community Foundationin1986 our clubis very proud ofthe growthand many recent accomplishmentsofthe Delta Community Foundationunder theleadershipof Gail Martin so deserving ofthis recognitionfor service above self,” said Rotar y ClubofLadnerpresident David Rushton.“We continue to share our passion to serve thecommunity of Delta.”

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Never give up

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EMMANUEL BA SVI

St Da vid’ s AnglicanChurch

My life tookanunexpected turn in the unassuming setting of a common room coffee break. At the time,I was working as a cashier in a supermarket, armed with a certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language.

One day, I picked up a discarded newspaper left on a table There, amidst the mundaneheadlines, was anadvertisement foranorganization seeking English teachers in Mozambique. Without hesitation, I decided to takea leap of faith

The roadahead was no cakewalk. The com-

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“Be Faithful,betrue, be ablessing”

petition was fierce, and the application process was rigorous. Yet, against the odds,I received the news —I had passed But there wasa caveat : there weren’tenough teaching positions available.

I found myself relegated to the waiting list. Undeterred, I spoke to the personcompiling thelist Her words were blunt: “No one ever drops out. It’s pointless to put your namedown.” ButI refused to accept defeat. “Please add my name,” I insisted,leaving my contactdetails

Weeks turned into monthsandhope waned.

The dream of teaching in Mozambique seemed to slip away

Then,onanordi-

nary Friday afternoon during my shift,I took a break at 4:30pm. Habitually, I switched on my phone—andthere it was: a voicemail from the Mozambique English Teachers recruitment team. A teaching spot had opened up. But the clock was ticking. I had until5 p.m. to accept, or it would pass to thenext persononthe waiting list.

Panic surged It was already 4:40 p.m. I called back, confirming my interest. They instructed me tosign and returnan acceptanceform via fax Desperation fueled my actions—by 4:55 p.m.,I had secured my spotas a teacher So, to you reading this :nevergive up.

Notice is hereby giventhatDelta City Council will consider giving first, second,and third readings totheDelta Consolidated Fees andCharges BylawNo. 8386,2024 at itsRegular Meetingat 5:00 p.m. on Monday,December2,2024 attheNorth DeltaCentreforthe Arts,Theatre, 11425 84 Avenue, Delta, BC

TheCityofDelta hasestablished fees in more thantendifferent bylaws,whichcanbe confusing forstaff,the public andbusinesses. By establishing aconsolidatedfees and chargesbylaw, most fees andcharges will be included in onebylawand more will be addedinthe future

Staffhaveundertakenextensivereviewofsimilar services at eightcomparable municipalities to determinea median rate foreachservice,permit, charge andlicence, anditwas determined that Deltahas fallenbehindthe median in many areas. Staffare proposingsetting Delta’sratessothattheyare comparable to themedian feevalue of theeight comparable municipalities.

Formoreinformation regardingthisnew bylaw, please contactthe Office of theCity Clerk at 604-946-3220oremail cityclerk@delta.ca

Correspondencereceived up to 10:00a.m. on Friday,November29, 2024 will be included in theAgendapackage.All correspondence must include your name andfulladdress andwillformpartofthe public record forthe proposalandbepublished on theCity’s website

Email: mayor-council@delta.ca OR Write: Mayorand Council City of Delta 4500 Clarence Taylor Cres Delta,BC V4K3E2

*Duetoa servicedisruptionatCanadaPost,writtencomments canbesubmittedbyemail orin-person totheOfficeofthe City Clerkatthe above-notedaddressbythe deadline

LI FE STYLES

Around Town Festival of Lights

Tsawwassen Springs is hosting its sixth annual Festivalof Lightswhich runs Nov. 29 to Jan. 5 from 4 p.m. daily at the Tsawwassen Springs Golf Course

On Friday, Nov. 29 from5:30 to 7:30 p.m. comeon by Tsawwassen Springs for someholiday cheer at their kick-off event. The festivalfeatures 105 Christmas trees generously donated by Harris Nursery. Enjoy outdoor skating, live music, a visitfrom Santa, treats & goodies, and a 50/50draw. The lights will go on at 6 p.m.

CarolShips

The annual Carols Shipscruise and festivities takes placein Ladner onFriday, Dec. 6 and Saturday, Dec. 7 bothnights at 7 p.m.

In additional to the carol ships, The Carollers with kick off the festivities on Friday withtraditional Christmas music. There willalso be candy canes andhot chocolate all supplied by volunteers and sponsors.

The same goes for Saturday withlocal recording artists KickDrive providing the entertainment. All the funtakes place at thewharf in Ladner

Delta Yuk Yuk’s Comedy Spectacle coming to GenesisTheatre

Yuk Yuk’s Media is excited to announceits inauguralshow at the Genesis Theatre in Delta bringing laughter anda night ofunforgettable stand-up to Ladner’s doorstep.

The inaugural Delta Yuk Yuk’s Comedy Spectacletakes place on Saturday, Nov. 30, withthehighly anticipated headliner, Byron Bertram, supported by a talented lineup of Canadiancomedians : Syd Bosel, Justin Nichol,andhost Amber Harper-Young.

Bertram has been making waves internationally withhis debutcomedy special, Live from the Biltmore, which was released Nov. 10,through800 Pound Gorilla, the world’s topcomedy record label.

Filmed inhis hometown of Vancouver, Live from the Biltmore showcases Bertram’s edgy humourand distinct style, covering everything from dat-

ingmishaps andquirky cultural observations to political satire, all delivered withhisunmistakable energy andinternational appeal.

“I’m beyond excited to headlinethefirst-ever Delta Yuk Yuk’s Comedy Spectacle,” he said. “It feels amazing to perform for large audiences in B.C. before heading southfor new opportunities The Deltashow is going to be a fantasticnight, I’m ready to bring allthe laughs, wild stories, andcomedyI can offer Can’t wait to see everyone there!”

Known forhis masterful accentsand characters, Bertram has wowed audiences worldwide, even sharing stages with big names like Zach Galifianakis and Eddie Izzard. With more than20 million views across social media, he’s becomea globalcomedy favourite, as wellas having been featured onshows like Britain’s Got Talent, Once

Eventto report?

ContactIanat ijacques@delta-optimist.com or 604-998-3616

Theinaugural Delta Yuk Yuk’sComedySpectacletakes placeon Saturday, Nov. 30,withthehighlyanticipatedheadliner, Byron Bertram,supported by atalentedlineupof Canadian comedians: Syd Bosel,JustinNichol,andhostAmberHarper-Young.

Upon a Time, Supernatural, and Riverdale. “We’re thrilled to bring Yuk Yuk’s to Delta, and there’s no better way tokick off our debut show than withtheincredible Byron Bertram,” said Garry Yuill, Icarus Capital/Yuk Yuk’s Media Founder. “Hisinternational success, combined withhisunique style and energy, makes him the perfect headliner forwhat promises to be a memorablenight of

comedy. Add in the talented Syd Bosel, Justin Nichol,andAmber Harper-Young, and we’ve got a lineup that’s sure to deliver laughsfrom start to finish.”

The show starts at 8 p.m. (doors at 7 p.m.) at Genesis Theatre (500545 Ave. Delta).

Tickets are $29plus service fees available at : https://www. jumpcomedy.com/e/deltayukyuks

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Reflections shineatGallery 1710

LAURELJOHNSON

Contributing Wr iter

The South Delta Artists Guildpresents its new show Reflections atGallery 1710 in Tsawwassen starting Nov. 29. Reflectionisaninteresting term asit hasseveralinterpretationsfromanartistic standpoint. Self-reflectionimplies stepping back fromthe external world to gain a deeper understanding of ourselves

A painting doesn’timitate a scene, it’s theartist’s interpretationthat revealsa deeper understanding ofphotos, and sketches.

Paintings reflect our relation to others andthe environment. Colours and shapes from dabbling with our brushes express our experiences and our views of the world,often of something that’s out

of sight, andcreated with inner vision.

On Saturday, Nov. 30,as part of the show opening, Shelly Wales,a backpacker andhiker keen on Plein air observation, will be explaining how she builds a watercolourfrom her sketches andphotos.

She willshow you how to make a simple sketch book that you can use to capture images when you are hiking or just walking around your neighbourhood Planon being at the gallery just after noonfor this entertaining presentation. Gallery 1710 has an excellent selectionof cards, sculptures, objects d’art, andunframed paintingsinshrink wraps. Have a peek at what’s onoffer thismonth and view theshow online at www.southdeltaartistsguild.com.

Gallery 1710islocated on56th Street besidethe South Delta Rec Centre

Loveyour ears

Lifestyles Peace Arch Chorus toperform for

Sunday @3

Explore the world ofacapella music, inthe Barbershop style.

PeaceArchChorus,a treble-voiced choir, will be singing and ringing those chordson Sunday,Dec. 1, at 3 p.m. at Ladner United Church as part ofthe Sunday @3 Concert Series.

PeaceArchChorus, members of Sweet Adelines International,placed secondinthesmall chorusdivisionof Region26(Western Canada) competitionin May.

On Oct. 19,they organized andhosted Langley‘s first World Singing Day, joining singers fromaroundthe world.

Underthedirectionof Elvera Collier, thisgroup of25 singers hasa big sound, performinga wide variety of musical styles, from up-tunes toballads, jazzto pop. They love to entertain people with rich, four-part harmony andlotsoffun.

PeaceArch’s practicehomeisin Langley, but their members comefrom aroundthe Lower Mainland,includ-

WarehouseLienAct Notice

PeaceArchChorus,atreble-voiced choir,willbesingingandringing thosechordsonSunday, Dec. 1,at3 p.m.atLadnerUnitedChurchaspart oftheSunday @3 Concert Series.

ingDelta residents LauriePrak, Vickie Dodwell, Karen Dinwoodieand Ruth Chapieski

PeaceArch isexcited to help you kick off your Christmas spirit with songs forthe season. The Sunday@3concert is on Dec. 1 at Ladner United Church (496048th Ave.) Ticketsare $10 (cash) at thedoor.

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Units:StorageLocker#7andOutsideLocker#2at4850McNeeley'sWay,Delta, BC, V4K5E2

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DeltaMusicMakersgloriousChristmas

A fun andgloriousconcert isoffered by the Delta Music Makers Concert Band, with two opportunities to enjoy Christmas music thisholiday season.

The first concert ison Tuesday night, Dec. 3 at 7:30 p.m. at theLadner Community Centre withthe second concert on Saturday, Dec. 2 at 2 p.m. at KinVillage in Tsawwassen.

Audiences willhear Christmas classics by composers such as LeRoy Anderson, Johann Strauss, Richard Saucedo, andthe CanadianBrass

“This spectacularconcert will feature exciting big-band sounds, solos, audience participation,and a surprise child singer,” saidconductor Curt Jantzen.

Entr y fee for bothconcertsare by donation:non-perishablefood bank donationsforthe Dec. 3concert and a monetar y collection at the door forthe Dec.7 concert.

“We are also performing on Nov. 30 at Delta Hospital Extended Care, butthataudienceislimited to only residentsandtheir relatives,” added Jantzen.

The DeltaMusicMakerswillper form two concer ts in South Deltato celebrateChristmas.Picturedis conductorCurtJantzenata2023 concer t.

This busy concert band, based in Ladner, recently completed a July performancecruise totowns inAlaska, including Juneau, Ketchikan,and Icy Strait Point.

The band has openingsfortrombones and French horns, starting in January

They rehearse on Tuesday evenings at Delta Secondary.

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Adultsoften lamenta lack oftime to incorporate exercise into their daily routines

Such difficulties arenot exaggerated, asthedemands of work andfamily, particularly for parents of young children with busy schedulesoftheir own, can leave littletimefor daily workouts Hectic schedules typically donotprevent olderadultsand seniors from exercising,but aging men and women may stillconfront some challenges asthey aspire to be asphysically active as possible

Boredom withanexercise routine can adversely affect individuals’ motivation to be physically active. Whenthat happens, evenindividuals with ampletime to exercise, such asempty nesters ands seniors, may finditincreasingly difficult to go to the gym or work out at home.

In suchsituations, themore diverse a workout routineis, theless monotonousit can feel,andthat lack ofmonotony can be enough to keepindividuals upandmoving. With that inmind,thefollowing suggestions can helpindividualsdiversifytheir workout routines, so they remainengaged withphysical activity. Make use ofthe seasons :

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Howseniorscandiversify their workouts

circuit workouts can be monotonousfor peoplewho have the time to exercise eachday. In suchsituations, individuals can specialize their workouts, so they targeta different muscle group during each session Doing so can diversify a workout to reduce boredomand may evendecrease the risk of repetitive use injuries

Exercise boredom can develop at any timeof year, but disinterest in a workout routine might be especially likely whendiversifyinga regimen becomesmore difficult For example, thecolder temperatures of winter can forceindividuals to domost ifnotall theirexercising indoors, which can grow monotonous over time. If exercising outdoors in winteris a nonstarter, then

individuals can emphasize outdoor workoutsthroughout the rest ofthe yearwhenthe weatherismore amenable. Incorporate hiking into your weekly routinein spring, summerandfall,and replace typical cardiovascular workouts on a treadmillorelliptical with bike rideswhenthe weather allows. Individualsalso can invest in gear to keep them warm so they can get outside

to exercise afterthe mercury drops

Skipthe circuit workouts for more specialized regimens : Circuit workouts can be great for busy individuals without much time to exercise each week. Such workoutstarget various musclegroupsin quick succession,which allowsindividuals to work out ever y muscle group evenduring weeks whentime is limited However,

Embrace new ways to exercise: A gym withallthefamiliar weights, machinesand cardiovascular equipment might be the first thing peoplethink ofwhen pondering exercise. Andwhile gym memberships can motivate people to exercise, traditionalfitness facilitiesare nottheonly places to breaka sweat and be physically active. If a diverseworkout regimenis your goal,consider incorporating yoga, Pilatesand otherless traditionalforms ofexercise into your routine. Many fitness facilities even offer suchclasses, andlocal communitiesalso may feature standalone yoga studiosor otherestablishmentsoffering specificexercises

Diverseworkout routines can help people overcomethe boredomand lack ofmotivationthat can developwhen regimensfeature little variety. -Metro Creative

Survey launched onageisminB.C.

B.C.’s Seniors Advocate isasking people to share their perceptions and experiences on ageism to betterunderstandhowit impacts seniors inBritish Columbia.

“Seniors have toldus they’re struggling withthe cost-of-living, affordable housing, accessing health care, ageing inplaceand other issuesthat arise asthey grow older,” said Seniors Advocate Dan Levitt. “I’minterested in learning more about the extent to which ageism may be a factor in some of these challenges. The information we receive willhelp guide our office’s next stepsandfuture

work in thisarea.”

A short survey isnow available on theOffice of the Seniors Advocate’s website and will remain openuntil Dec. 13. Paper copies are also available upon request.

“Seniors are the backbone of our communitiesandundertake immense amounts of volunteering, caring for grandchildrenand others, and make significant contributionsin thelives of others every day,” said Levitt. “However, ageism framesgrowing older as a state of decline, frailty or dependency, rather than one that celebrates experience, knowledge

and continued potential. Ageism can impactan older person’s self-worth, independence, safety, mentalandphysical health, sociallifeand evenfinancial wellbeing.”

Age discrimination is noticed most ofteninthe workplace;exclusion in social situations; in society through age-related jokes and insults ; making decisionsfor, instead of with, older people; stereotypes inadvertising, movies or media; or abuse throughfraud or being denied care. Many older people report feeling dismissed andinvisible.

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“Ageismis often referred to asthe last socially-acceptable form of prejudice – and we want tochange that,” said Levitt. “Seniors deserve to be recognized for their abilitiesandexperiences, and not have their age in years be themeasure of their value.”

Viewthe survey here: https://www.seniorsadvocatebc.ca/topics/ ageism-survey/.

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BC Seniors Advocate Dan Levittspeaksin Victoria.

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DELTA SPORTS Sun Devils off toprovincialAAA footballfinal

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The South Delta SunDevilsare off to the AAA provincialfootballtitle gameafter a thrilling 43-42 win over Abbotsford’s W.J. Mouat Hawks last Saturday afternoon at BC Place

Fans were treated to oneofthe best football gamesofthe year –a back-andforth contest withbig offensiveplays, timely defensive stops, keydefensive turnovers, and a wild,finalthree minutesofplay.

Withthe score tied at 35-35 with 2:17 to go, Mouat went ona short drive capped by a third down, 37-yard run by running back Joel Muller, who was an offensive juggernaut forthe Hawks all night. Withtheconversion, Mouat went up 42-35 with1:07left.

The SunDevils took overontheir own 30-yard lineandafter a few scrambles fromquarterback Dominic Dumas and a coupleofuntimely penalties by Mouat, the SunDevils were set up insidethe Mouat 20-yard line

Dominichithisbrother Damian for a score with13 secondsleft to bring the SunDevils to withinone, butinsteadof kicking theextra point forthetie and likely sending the gameinto overtime, headcoach Ray Moon rolled thedice and went forthe two-point conversion.

On theconversion attempt, Dominic scrambled to his right, brokeafew tackles andlooked like hemight punch it inhimself, but at the last second,he lobbed a beautiful pass into thecorner of theend zoneinto the waiting armsof his brother Damianfortheconversion and the 43-42 lead.

Following the kick-off, Mouat tried two desperation attempts to pushthe balldown fieldfor a game winningfield goal attempt, but nothing worked, and

South Deltaheldon.

Moon saidthere was littlehesitation in going for two.

“We were looking at it Our defence was strugglinga bitandif we get to a shoot out in overtime, if we are going to doit, doit anditeither works or we suffertheconsequences,” said Moon.

“We hada good gameplan we thought, but Muller hurt usall night. He played a fantastic game ... both teams played fantastic.”

South Deltaopened the scoring on a nice70-yard drive with Damian running inthefirst score from six-yards out. Diego Alatorre hitthe convert, and it was 7-0.

Mouat responded withan80-yard drive capped off by a four-yard run

fromquarterback Elijah Black andthe game was tied 7-7afterthefirst.

Midway throughthe secondquarter, a long Mouat drive stalled just outside the10-yard lineandthe Hawks settled for a 17-yard field goalfor a 10-7lead.

The SunDevils responded withan eight-yard touchdownrun by Damian set up by a 56-yard run by Dominic to put South Deltaup 14-10.

But once again, Mouat responded, withan11-yard touchdown pass by Black, withthedrive set-up by a 50-yard run by Muller and Mouat went ahead 17-14.

South Delta started the next drive on their own forty and capped that drive with a three-yard touchdown pass from Dominic to Holden Hunter Withthe

conversion,it was 21-17 SunDevils with1:19 to go inthe half.

On thefinaldrive ofthe half, Mouat was aided by two key penalties, but the SunDevilsdefenceheld,and Mouat settled for a 10-yard field goal to trail 21-20 at the half.

Mouat’s next scoring drive was again set up by Muller, thistime a 50-yard catch and run down the sidelines. Black punched itinfromtheone-yard line and Mouat went up28-21after a twopoint conversion.

After a stopondefence, Mouat got the ball back, buta huge quarterback sack andfumble, recovered by South Delta, got them right back in business at the 34-yard line.

Fourplays later, includinga huge 28-yard catch by Quinn Sjoberg, Dominic ran itinfromfour-yards out and withtheconversion,the game was tied at 28.

South Delta went nowhere on itsnext possession, but thedefence cameup big again,forcinga fumble.

A fewplays later, Damian ran infrom two yards out and South Delta re-took thelead35-28.

In the fourth, Mouat went on a sustained drive and capped that off with another Black touchdown tying the score at 35, setting upthedramaticfinish. The SunDevils willnow square off against the top seed Vancouver College Fighting Irish – theonly team South Delta has lost to this year – inthis Saturday’s final set for3:30 p.m. at BC Place

Van Collegebeat Lord Tweedsmuir 31-8intheother semifinal game.

“Now we turnthe page,” said Moon.

“It will be a full weekoflotsoffilm andprep. It is going to be another tough test. Hopefully, we can shutthemdown andthey won’t be able to stopus.”

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Sports DSSsends three volleyball teams to provincials

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It has been a big volleyball season at Delta Secondary.

Three teams either won orplaced high enough at the South Fraser Championships toearn berths at their respective provincial championships

The junior boys, led by headcoach Leanne Chow, won the South Fraser title and won bronze at theprovincials in Kelowna last weekend.

“The junior boys had an interesting season asthey were a bitmore competitive than a lotof the teams in Delta this year, so they filled their

tournament schedule going to ever y tournament that they couldand gota lotofcompetitive games outside ofleague play,” said DSS athletic director Andrew Robson.

“Whenthey got to the SouthFraser ’s, they were playing their best volleyballofthe year. Theywon allof their gamesand didn’t drop a set in the tournament.”

Pacers named to the SouthFraser Championships all-star team included Mason Dubnov and Kin Grewal, while tournament MVP was Matt McKay.

The seniorgirls, coached by Grant Horby, finished third at the South Fraser’s and qualified

atotalof[12]prizes availabletobe won.Skilltestingquestionrequired.Opentolegalresidentsof BritishColumbia,Canada,whoareageofmajorityintheprovinceattimeofentr y. Oddsofwinningdependon numberofeligibleentriesreceivedbefore contest closes.Limit 1entr yperperson.Enteroncetoqualifyfor all availableprizesattimeofentr y.

fortheprovincials which will be co-hosted by Earl Marriot and Seaquam, starting Nov. 28.

Maddy Cortonesi was named to the South Fraserall-star team.

Asforthe senior boys, coached by Robson, they finished second at the SouthFraser Championships and will head to Victoria for the provincialson Nov. 27.

Jack Thompsonand Arshaan Bilga were the DSS all-stars at the South Fraser ’s.

“It has been successful seasonforus We are going into the provincials looking to improve on our bronze medal finish at provincialsfrom last season.”

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RAREFIND!Spaciousupdated2 bedroom &den penthousewithopenconceptplanandvaultedceilings offerslargeinterior& exteriorviewsfrom2 decksof Mt.Baker,VancouverIsland,themarinaandfreighterson theFraserRiver.Asanendcornersuiteallowsforextra windowsprovidingamazingnaturallightinthegreat room/livinganddiningareaandfeelslikea rancherin thesky!Thequalityhigh-endkitchenfeatureselaborate customcherrycabinetry,anoversizepeninsulaeating areacomplimentedw/granitecountertops,pullout appliancedrawer,thelatestsmartappliancesanda hugepantry.Otherupdatesincludelushflooringand qualitypaintthroughout.Alsooffersa nicegymfacility& workshop,2 parkingstalls,a hugestoragelookeranda 5minutewalktooldtownLadner.(30127774)

$1,588,800

498410A AVENUE

•4BEDROOM &3BATHROOM

•2,686SQ.FTINTERIOR

•WELLAPPOINTED10,000+SQ.FTLOT

•LOTSOFPARKINGINCLUDINGRV PARKING AVAILABLE

•CENTRALTSAWWASSENLOCATION

$1,799,900

4911A53STREET

•5BEDROOM 5BATHROOM

•2,614SQ.FTOPENCONCEPTLIVING

•DETACHED 1BEDROOM 1BATHROOMCOACHHOUSE

•CENTRALLOCATION,STEPS AWAYFROM LADNERVILLAGE

•CUSTOMBUILTHOMEINTHEHEARTOFTSAWWASSEN •BOASTING4,500+SQ.FTOFLUXURYLIVINGSPACE

•6 BEDROOMS &6BATHROOMS

•LEGAL 2BEDROOMBASEMENTSUITE

•OFFERSBUILTINVACUUM,AC,HRV,HEATEDFLOORSANDCUSTOMLIGHTING

•PRIVATELANDSCAPED YARDWITHHOTTUB &SPRINKLERSYSTEM

$569,000

#15-5661LADNERTRUNKROAD

• UPDATED 2BED 1BATHCONDO

• 899SQ.FTINTERIORLIVINGSPACE

• LARGEWEST FACINGCOVEREDBALCONY

• 1PARKING &1STORAGELOCKER

• WALKINGDISTANCE TO TRANSIT,RECREATIONANDSCHOOLS

$1,799,900

•5BEDROOM 5BATHROOM

•2,614SQ.FTOPENCONCEPTLIVING

•DETACHED 1BEDROOM 1BATHROOMCOACHHOUSE

•CENTRALLOCATION,STEPS AWAYFROM LADNERVILLAGE

$1,849,900

88851ASTREET

•RENOVATED FAMILYHOMEINCENTRALTSAWWASSEN

•6BEDROOMS &3 BATHROOMS

•9,400+SQ.FTLOTFULLYFENCEDANDPRIVATE

•DETACHED900SQ.FTDOUBLECARGARAGE

•NEWBACKDECK &STAIRSRECENTLYINSTALLED

•INCLUDESAC &HOTWATERONDEMAND

WelcometoSunningdaleEstates -Ladner’sHiddenGem!Thisrare,extra-large1-bedroomcornersuiteofferstop-floor, penthouselivingatitsfinest.Stepinto abright,airyspacefeaturing9’ceilings,a cozygasfireplaceinthelivingrm,beautiful HWfloors, anewlyupdatedbathroomvanity &aspaciouskitchenthataccommodatesaneatingarea.Theexpansive 12 x12deckisperfectforBBQs,morningcoffee,oreveningrelaxation.Withitsspaciouslayout,thissuitetrulyfeels likehome.Additionalperksinclude astoragelocker,securedparking,andaccessto aguestsuite.Thebuildingisfully rainscreened &meticulouslymaintained,providingpeaceofmind.Plus,it’spet-friendly!Locatedjuststepsfromshopping, restaurants,schools,andtransit,thishomeoffersbothconvenienceandcharm.Don’tmissoutonthisexceptional opportunitytoowninoneofLadner’smostsought-afterbuildings!

Explorethepotentialofthis4-bedroom,2.5-bathhomeon aspacious 69x105ftcornerlotinpopular WestNewton!Ownedbytheoriginalowners,this centrallylocatedpropertyisclosetotransit,MarthaJaneNorrisElementary, and TamanawisSecondary.Readyforyourideas,thishomeoffersendless possibilitiesforrenovationorrebuilding.Don’tmisstheopportunitytocreate yourdreamhomeinthisprimelocation.Schedule aviewingtoday!

Welcometothisstunning3-bedroom,2-bathhomeatCalla,offeringunobstructedpanoramicviewsofthebeautiful 12-acrepark!Withitsdesirablenorthwestexposureandexpansivewrap-aroundbalcony,enjoybreathtaking sunsetsandamplenaturallight.ThemodernkitchenisequippedwithpremierEuropeanstainlessappliances, undermountsinks,andsleekquartzcountertops—perfectforanyhomechef.Theprimarysuitefeaturesa luxuriousensuitewithNuheatflooring,ensuringcomfortyear-round.Additionalperksincludeairconditioning, 2side-by-sideparkingspots,and 2storagelockers.Thisconcretelow-risealsooffers arangeofamenitiessuchas arec room,tabletennis,and awell-equippedexerciseroom.LocatedwithinwalkingdistancetoIronwoodPlaza,witheasy accesstoHighway99andpublictransit,convenienceisatyourdoorstep.Don’tmissthisopportunitytoenjoytheperfect blendofcomfort,luxury,andaccessibility!

BCwestcoastHomes.com • RE/MAXWestcoast #110–6086RussBakerWay,Richmond,BCV7B1B4

$3,399,000

Welcometotheentire6th-floorpenthouseatNorthgateOffice Tower,amodernandvibrant6-storyconcreteofficebuildingatthe gateway toTsawwassen. Thisexceptionalpenthouseoffersnearly3,000sqftofpremiumofficespace,featuringexpansive views and alargepatio. Thespaceboasts10-footceilingsandlargewindows,fillingtheareawithnaturallightandcreating abright,open atmosphere. Themoderndesignincludes aspaciousmainofficearea, aseparatereceptionspace,and aprivatesuite,withflexiblelayout optionstoaccommodate variousbusinessneeds.Additionally,thepropertyofferssevendesignatedparkingstalls,lowmaintenance fees,andamplevisitorparkingbothabove andbelowground.If you’relookingforthefinestofficespaceinSouthDelta,thisisit.

$1,299,000

585716th Ave

CharmingBeachGrove RancherinSunnyTsawwassen.Centrallylocatedandonly afewblockstotheBeach, BeachGrove ElementarySchool,shopping,recreationcenter,transitandgolfcourse. 2bedroom/2bathroomwith newerroof,furnace,andhot waterondemand.Large,coveredpatioandpowered workshopoutback.Great Starterhomeorbuild yourdreamhome.(6140sqftlot55.77ft x110ft)providesflexibledevelopmentoptions.

$1,499,000

11031RiverRoad

Experienceserenelivingon1.58acreswiththisbeautiful4-bedroom,2-bathhome.Boasting13,000sqftofflat,usablespace,this propertyoffersendlesspotential. Thehomefeatures awalkoutbasementwith afullyequippedkitchenbothupstairsanddown.Upstairs, find 2bedrooms, 1bath,andanupdatedkitchenandflooring.Downstairs,twogenerouslysizedbedroomsprovideamplespace.Enjoy stunningviewsofthe FraserRiverandcityfromthelarge,covereddeck, overlooking avastgreenspaceand ravine. Featuringanupdated roof,HWtank,furnace,and AC,thishomehasbeenmeticulouslymaintained.Anenclosedcarport,currentlysetupas aworkshop,can easilybeconvertedinto agarage,addingfurtherflexibilitytothisproperty.Idealformulti-generationallivingorinvestment!

$1,948,000

3180StevestonHighway

Experienceluxuryand charminthiscustomexecutive homeintheheartofStevestonVillage. Featuring vaultedceilingsandmassive windows,thisbeautifullydesignedresidenceisfilledwithnaturallight. Withfourspaciousbedroomsandthreebaths,thehome includes astunningprimaryensuitewithskylightsand asoakertub. Thegourmetkitchenflowsintothefamilyroom,creatinga perfectspaceforentertaining,complemented by aseparateformaldiningroom.Enjoylow-maintenancelandscapingand adetached doublegaragewithextrastorage. ThishomecombineseleganceandpracticalityinoneofSteveston’smostdesirablelocations.

$1,728,000

YourIdeal FamilyHomeinImperialVillage! Thisbeautifullymaintained4-bedroom,3-bathroomhomeoffers over3,000sqftofbrightlivingspace.Thetraditionallayoutfeaturesallbedroomsand aspaciousgamesroom upstairs,including agrandprimarysuitewith awalk-inclosetandsoakertub.Enjoytheprivacy of afully-fenced backyardbackingontothehillsidewithmaturelandscaping. With a6yearoldroofandnewflooring,thishome ismove-inready.

$2,188,000

33652ndSt.

Beautifullyredesignedandsignificantlyrenovated by KempConstructionin2010,thisfamilyhomeintheUpperTsawwassen/PebbleHillareais readyfor yourfamily.Themainfloorwelcomes youwith alargeopenkitchen,greatroomconceptwith vaultedceilings,living/diningroom,spacious kitchenandeatingareaopeningto alargepatio,plus aseparatefamily/gamesroom. Thegreatroomis overlookingthelargesunnybackyardwith astunningnewsaltwaterpoolandcoveredhottubwith aprivatefirebowlseatingarea. This yardissetupforthekidstoplaywhileentertaining familyandguests.Completingthemainflooris aconvenientoffice/guestroomwithensuitebathroom. 4largebedroomsupwith 3bathsincluding aluxuriousensuiteintheprimarybedroom.Incredibleimprovementsinclude,HRVsystem,on-demandhot water,newelectrical,plumbing, in-groundsprinkler,stainlesssteelappliances,roof,siding,windows,fireplaceandmore...atraditionalhomewithallthemodernfeatures.

2HOMES &AMAZINGBARN

•PrimeParcel: 20.25-acrepropertywithtwohomesandan8,400sq.ft.barn,located on aquietsectionof104thnearBoundaryBayand aprivateairstrip.

•DrivewayAccess: FuturedrivewayaccessoffHornbyDrive,suitableforlarge trucks.

•MainHome: A3,162sq.ft.4-bedroomrancher, builtin1972, renovatedin1987, with aroof replaced12years ago and a30-carcementdriveway

•SecondHome: A3-bedroomrancher,idealas afuturebuildingsite.

•Barn: Afirst-classfacilityusedforbreedingracehorses,with asteel roofand cladding, suitableforvariousfarminguseswith good nearby irrigation.

• PrimeLocation: Formershowhomein CollegeHeights onan11,518sq.ft.pool-sized cornerlotwith asprinklersystem,offeringfantasticprivacyand aviewofMt.Baker

•OutdoorFeatures: Sidingonto aCDS,providing greataccessforRVparkingor afuture shop,withmanyoptionsforuse.

•InteriorDesign: Customhomewith10ft. ceilings andnearly 8ft. high doorsonthe main floor,featuring agourmetislandkitchenopento alarge family roomwith agas fireplaceandbackyardview

•SpaciousLayout: Foyerwithopenstaircaseleadingto 4sizablebedroomsupstairs, 2fullbaths,and afullbasementsuitableforin-lawaccommodation.

• Immed ateAvai ability: Oneofthelargest propertiesinthe neighborhood, available for mmed ate possession.

11667229THSTREET$1,650,000 MAPLERIDGEOPPORTUNITY

• DevelopmentSite: 9,545sq.ft.lot,approximately0.22acres.

• ZoningPotential: Municipality suggests RM 1orRM2zoningfor a four-story building.

• PotentialAssembly: Sitecouldbecombinedwithadjacentproperties (11659,11663,and11671229thStreet)fordevelopment.

• Neighboring Developments: Fivelotsnextdoorarecurrentlyunder redevelopment.

• CurrentUse: Familyhomesuitablefor rental;sellerpreferslong-term rentback.

•PropertySizeandLocation: Amazing16,071sq.ft.estate-sizedlotin aquiet,central Tsawwassenlocation.

•HomeFeatures: Two-levelhomewith 5bedrooms, a6-year-old roof,hardwood floors,and acomfortablefloorplanwith roomforin-lawsdownstairs.

•FuturePotential: Massivelotwithspaceforfuture developments,suchas ashop, duplex,orlarger second dwelling; Deltapermits upto4 unitsor8734 sq.ft. maximumbuildingenvelope.

•DevelopmentOptions: Deltaisopentoconsideringa largerseconddwellingwith squarefootage potentiallycomingoutofthemainhouse.

•Convenience: Convenientlylocatedjust a15-minutewalktomostamenitiesin town MLSR2832305360ºTOUR

•PrimeLocation: 3.19-acreparcelon WesthamIsland,offeringthetranquilityof countrylivingjust10minutesfromurbanconveniences.

•CharmingHome: Features awell-maintained1,479sq.ft.3-bedroomrancher withspacious roomsthroughout.

•OutdoorFeatures Includes alarge garden area, astorage shed,andbeautifully landscapedsurroundings.

•ExpansionPotential: DeltaMunicipalityallowsfortheconstructionof a3,552 sq.ft.homeplusanadditional 1,937sq.ft. dwelling, idealforextended families.

•UniqueLifestyle: Enjoy aspeciallifestyleclosetonaturewhilebeingmoments awayfromtheamenitiesofDelta. MLSR2923373360”TOUR

•LargeParcel: 17.34-acresquarepropertywithsubstantial roadfrontage and a roughed-in seconddrivewayentrance.

•CharmingHome: Cozy4-bedroom English stylehomewith a4-year-old roof, freshexterior paint,andnewcarpets.

•EquestrianFacilities: Includes a5-stallbarn,hayfield,andspaciouspasture areapreviouslyusedasanequestrianfacility

•ConvenientLocation: SituatedbetweenLadnerand Tsawwassen,closeto TsawwassenMillsMall,BCFerries,TFNIndustrialPark,and30minutesfrom Vancouver

•InvestmentPotential: Propertyhas significantinvestmentpotentialwithfuture portexpansionplansandadjacencyto 2BCRailpropertiesneartherailway

624049 Avenue,Ladner

$1,648,000

2,965sq.ft.|5bedrooms+ gamesroom 3bathrooms| 4,954sq.ft.lot

485648thAvenue,Ladner

$1,599,000

2,595sq.ft.|4bedrooms|2bathrooms

3,863sq.ft.lot

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4911StevensDrive,Tsawwassen

$1,779,500

2,541sq.ft.|3bedroomsandden+ studio 4bathrooms| 9,193sq.ft.lot

516145th Avenue,Ladner

$1,699,000

2,807sq.ft.|4bedrooms+ den+ office |2.5bathrooms Plus 1bdrm&1bath558sq.ft.coachhouse

905 EdenCrescent,Tsawwassen

$1,629,000

2,602sq.ft.|4bedrooms|3bathrooms 14,467sq.ft.lot

308 –5535AdmiralWay,Ladner $1,630,000 1,470sq.ft.|2bedrooms+ flex|2bathrooms Pilothouse

208 -475853rdStreet,Ladner

$569,900

912sq.ft.|2bedrooms|2bathrooms SunningdaleEstates

ToddJackson, B.A.

RichardLowe, RIBC

AmyLambert, B.A.

Mike VanStraaten, BMgt Realtor

TimRohwer 604.762.2041

tim@thedeltagroup.ca

ONELEVELLIVINGat RIVERWOODS

•Fullydetached 2bedroom &den rancherwith1658sq.ft.oflivingspace

•Featuresopenconceptstyleliving,large gourmetkitchen,familyroometc,

•SidebysideDoublegaragewithlarge fencegardens!

•StepstoMillennium Trail,Riversetting& Restaurants!

•Outstandingcustombuilt 4bedroom &denhome

•Spaciouslivingareaof3,431sq.ft.

•Spacious 2Bedroom 2Bathrenovated modernupstylecondo

•Bringyourboat(30’Boatslip)toenjoy yearroundcruising

•Primelocationtostroll(1dogor 1cat Welcome)toparks,recreation,shops, &restaurantsinHistoricalLadner

•Greatopportunitytoenjoytranquil resor tstyleliving!

•Nestledin aquietcul-de-saconlargesouthwestlot

•Beautifulopenconceptlivingwithhigh-end appliances: Wolfe,SubZero&Miele

•Coveredpatiowith 2heaters,ingroundsprinkler system &shed

•Oversizedgaragewithplentyofstorage

•Primelocation! WalkingdistancetoLadner Elementar y, DeltaSecondar ySchool,parks,shops, transit &more!

•Uniquepropertieslikethisarearareopportunity tofind

kelsey@thedeltagroup.ca

•TOP FLOORcondo at Tsawwassen Springs

•Spacious1368sq. ft.2bedroom &den

•Doublecar garage

•Golf coursecommunity

•Totallyupdated2,660 sq.ft. 5Bedroom 3Bathhome

•Gourmet Kitchen,newbathrooms, flooringetc MoveinCondition •Large9602sq.

517145th Ave.

Beautiful 5bedroom &denhomeincentralLadner.Features includehardwoodfloorsthru-out,onebedroomonmainand 4up,allwithaccesstoensuites.Openfloorplandownwith gourmetkitchen,granitecounters &stainless-steelappliances. Privatebackyardwithcoveredpatio.Oneblocktohighschool, memorialpark,librar y&pool.Excellent familyhome.

Centrallylocatedinthehear tofTsawwassen &walkingdistance toshopping,restaurants,buses &golfcourse.This 2bedroom anddenrancher wasbuiltas a“PassiveHome”in2015. Abuilding standardthatistrulyenergyefficient,comfortable,affordable andecologicalatthesametime.Mustbeseentoappreciateits valueandgreatlocation.Newheatpumphasbeeninstalled.

1243BeachGroveRoad

BeachGrovefamilyhome.Oneofthebestlocationsavailable with awestern exposedbackdeck/yardoverlooking“Beach GroveMini Park”.This 5bedroom 3bathroomhomeisonly minutesto golfcourse,Dyke&schools. Perfect forkids& pets.Bonus:in-law-suiteavailable forextraincomeifneeded. ViewsofOcean &Mountainsfromthefrontcovereddeck.

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e-rachel@southdelta.homes w-www.rachelmacinnes.ca 2022 -2023SuttonDirector Award 2021SuttonPlatinum Award 2015 -2019REMAXExecutive Award

NoStrataFees!Executivelivingatitsfinest!Thistranquil 3-bedroom,3-bathhalfduplexoffersoceansideliving! Enjoyoceanviewsfromthecomfortofyourprivatewest facingbackyardnestledin aprimelocationof Tsawwassen Shores!Theopen-conceptlivingspaceisbeautifullyfinished with18ftceilings,hardwoodfloors,andanabundanceof windowsforbeautifulsunsets. A4-footheatedcrawlspace offersample roomtokeepyourbelongingsorganized. Locatedjust a2-minutedrivefrom TsawwassenSpringsGolf Course,andTsawwassenMillsShoppingMall.

Callmefor afreehome &marketevaluation.

4853CedarCrescent, Tsawwassen

ThisclassicCapeCod-stylehomeinUpper Tsawwassen offerscharmandspaceonan11,335sq.ft.cornerlot. With 4-5bedroomsand 4bathrooms,the3,073sq. ft. residencefeatures avaultedentrance,cedarwalls andhardwoodfloors.JustblocksfromEnglishBluff Elementary,youcanenjoythisfamilyfunctionalkitchen withanislandanddiningareaoverlookingthepool. Extra’sincludeanattachedworkshop,sauna,ample storage,andparking!Opportunityforduplexandtwo gardensuitebuildsavailable.

Priced@ $1,699,000

4704STAHAKENPL,TSAWWASSEN! FEATURING3,343SQ.FT. HOMEON12,088SQ.FT.PRIVATE, PARK-LIKELOT! 3BDRMS, 3BATHS,FLEXROOM, OPENLAYOUTKITCHEN,DIN& LVNGRMAREAS,WINECELLAR,STORAGE! AMUSTSEE!

TSAWWASSEN 2,109SQ.FT.3 BDRMS,3BATHS,ON 8,805SQ.FTLOTWITHGORGEOUS GARDENS!A PERFECT FAMILYHOME! LOTSOFUPDATES!PRIMELOCATION!

1498BRAIDRD, TSAWWASSEN FULLYUPDATED 2BDRM& DEN ½DUPLEXON6,500SQ.FT.LOT CUSTOMBUILT

$1,449,900

Welcometothe1stof 2builtgreenhomesinLentelConstructionslatestdevelopment.Thesearecollectionsof carefullycrafted,highquality,energyefficienthomes.This 4Bed +Den, 5bath,2533sqfthomeftr’stimelessdesign coupledw/anintelligentfloorplan.Ftr’sincltripleglazedwindows,A/C,EV ready &pre-wiredforsolarpanels.The homealsoftr’sa512sqft,3rdstoreymedia/flexspacew/fullbathroom. WalkingdistancetoHawthorneElementary, transit,walkingtrails,shoppingandhistoricLadnerVillage.Buildingpractices,technology,andmaterialshave changedovertime,butonethingthathasn’tchangedatLentelistheirpassionfornevercompromisingonquality, doingthingsright &constantlystrivingtobethebuildersthattheywouldwantintheirownhomes.

$1,989,000

Ladner

479544A Aven ue

4Bed |2Bath |2050sqft

Quiet WestLadnerlocationwith asolid4Bed, 2Bath,2050sqft 2levelhomewithinequalwalkingdistancetoDelta SecondarySchool &LadnerElementary.Classicfloorplanwith3Bedroomsand 1Bathroomupalongwith adownstairs thatincludes 1Bedroom,living room &kitchen.Improvementsincl.2013windows, roof,furnaceand a2014fully renovatedupstairsbathroom.Features apeek-a-booviewofLadner’spicturesquefarmlandfromtheupstairsliving room,spaciousbedrooms,gasfireplaceandplentyofstoragespace.Withitscloseproximitytoschools,Ladnervillage &transit,thiswelllovedhomeistheperfectspacefor afamilylookingtosettleinoneofthelowermainland’smost popularcommunitieswiththepotentialforextendedfamilyor amortgagehelperonthegroundfloor.

$1,299,999

57CENTEN NIAL PARKWAY

5394Sq.Ft.BareLotForSale

Thisultrarare,oneof akindpropertyinBoundaryBaySouthDeltaistheabsoluteperfectplacetobuildyourdream home.LocatedonprestigiousCentennialParkway,on ano-thru roadthisRS6zonedlotisdirectlyacrossthestreet fromCentennialBeach. Yourbuildingplanscouldincl. asinglefamilydetachedhomew/either a3rd storeyortake advantageoftheendlessocean &mountainviewsw/anexpansive rooftopdeckexperiencew/otheroptionsto incl. asecondarysuiteorcoachhome.57CentennialPkwyexistsin aecologicallyrichareaw/sandybeaches &tidal flatswhiletheneighbourhoodissurroundedbyproductivefarmlandendlesswalking &bikingtrailsaswellasthe Southlandsthatfeaturesnewadditionslikecoffeeshops,farmersmarkets &localfavourite…FourWindsBrewing.

$1,429,000

Tsawwassen

VANCOUVERREALTORS *REBGVstats CALLAmber &Jenniferfor

463853St -Ladner

2+ den |1|1164sqft

Prime realestateopportunity!Perfectlysituatednear town,this2-bedroomranchergraces aspacious,flat 9178sq.ft.lotwith70.57ftfrontage &129.98ft depth.Boasting asunnyeastern-exposed rearyard. Thesubdivisionpotentialwhencombinedwiththe neighboringproperty463853rd, resultsin atotalof 18,225sqft &thepossibilityfor3-4lots. Aunique andsubstantialopportunityforfuturedevelopment!

Waterfrontviewsofthe TrailIslandsfromevery room!Bright &airymainfloorw/open-concept living/dining,& gourmetkitchen.Mainfloorprimary bedroomalsow/deckaccess.Upstairs,twospacious bedrooms,lowerleveloffers arec-roomleadingto thehottub,yogadeck,outdoorshower,sandyfirepit area &directbeach/oceanaccess.

3| 1| 1221sqft

9052sqftlot |$1,679,000

Unlock arealmofpossibilitieswiththisexceptional realestategem!Nestledinanideallocationjust stepsfromtown,this3-bedroomrancherstands proudlyonanexpansive9,052sq.ft.flatlotwithan easternexposure,featuringanimpressive77-foot frontage &adepthof117.15feetMustbesoldwith 462853rdbothpropertiescombinedoffer atotalof 18,225sqftcreating acanvasfor3-4lots.

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REMEMBRANCES

OBITUARIES

GREEN,JimE. January6,1952− November27,2023

Fond memories linger everyday, Remembrance keeps themnear.

Oneyearago youwentaway Not adaygoesby thatyouarenot lovedandmissed Loveforever,Brenda

ATIMETO REMEMBER

Honourthememoryof someonespecialby making adonationintheir nametoDeltaHospital andCommunityHealth Foundation. Donationsmadein memoryofyourlovedone canbeacknowledgedwith cardssentto family membersandan acknowledgementand receiptsenttothedonor

Tributesfor September DeltaHospitaland CommunityHealth Foundation acknowledgesgifts inmemoryof:

FrankBarr

AnitaBorean

PhilCote

JackFraser

RonnieGibson

JudiGoodwin

Tom&BarbGigliotti

James W. Greene

PendryHarris

DarrenHeer

AmrikS.Hothi

FredK.Kennedy

RobertaLaughland

ArdenLeung

RandyMalmas

AlanMitschke

AnnabelleMurphy

AnnM.Paul

DudleyRitchie

JoanRobinson

RenaSimpson

LenoreSmart

Yourgenerosityhelps supporttheDeltaHospital CampusofCareincluding IreneThomasHospiceand MountainViewManor.

Caringforour community,today andalways.

5800MountainViewBlvd. Delta,B.C.V4K3V6

www.dhchfoundation.ca Phone: 604-940-9695

Calloremailtoplaceyour a d, MondaythroughFriday8:30a mto4 :30pm 604-653-7851 nmather@glaciermedia.ca Bookyouradonlineanytimeat delta-opt imist.ad perfec t.com

February28,1937 -November13,2024

BillBakerpassedaway peacefullyonNovember 13,2024toonceagainbewithhiswife, Sheila,who predeceasedhiminFebruary2024.

Billplayed cricketatthe West VancouverCricket Clubandskiedonthelocalmountains before movingaway from theNorthShore.Healso dedicatedover20yearsvolunteeringwithScouts CanadaandwasawardedtheprestigiousSilver Acorn for hisservice.

Aratherimpressiveachievement,Billbuilthiscabin inWhistler from thegroundupwithmuchofthe material from theclearedproperty. Manyyears werespentbuilding,thenenjoyingthecabin, providinghimandhisfamilywithcountless fond memories.

After 35yearswiththeDepartmentof Transportation andHighways,Billretiredin1994.HeandSheila travelledtheworld,enjoyingbeachvacations snorkeling,andexploringcoral reefs, creating manyhappymemories.

Billwillberememberedby family and friends, as wellasmanyofthestaff atThe Waterford, who cametoknowhimduringhistimethere.His stepsonsChris(Susan)andPhil(Rebecca),loving grand-daughtersJena,Chloe,and Avery,and nieceCherylholdhismemorycloseandwillmiss himverymuch

We wouldliketoextendourheartfeltgratitudeto thestaffatThe WaterfordCareCentrefortheir kindnessandcompassionatecareforBill.

SCHMIDT,HansJuergen

HansJuergenSchmidt,bornonApril1,1944,in Germany,passedaway peacefully onSeptember 27,2024,in Vancouver,BritishColumbia.Hissecond homewasSorrento,BritishColumbia,andhisfirst lovein Tsawwassen.Hewas abelovedhusband, father,grandfather,and friend, known forhis kindnessandunwaveringsupport forthosearound him.

Hansfirstlyworked forJohnHolmes forover20 years,thenownedandoperatedThe Town & CountryShell,andlastly,the TsawwassenShell servicebays.Hewasinhiselementanddelight whenhewasengagingwithhiscustomers,helping themsolvetheirautomotiveproblems,andoffering alisteningear.Hispatienceandgenerositywere hallmarksofhispersonality -knownto friends and family alikeasthe“bestguy”theyknew

HanswasmarriedtoMariaMargaretaSchmidt,with whomheshared adeepandlovingbond.Heis survivedbyhischildren,AndrewSchmidtandHeike Schmidt;hischerishedgrandchildren,Jessica, Adam,andRyanSchmidt; agreat-grandchildthathe hadjust foundoutabout;aswellashissister,Ingrid, inGermany.His family waseverythingtohim,andhe tookgreatjoyintheirhappiness.

TheShuswapregionheld aspecialplaceinhisheart, thoughhenever forgothisGermanroots.Hewas activelyinvolvedinhiscommunity,servingas PresidentoftheSorrentoLionstwiceand contributinggreatlytolocalcauses.Hismotto,“Ifit aren’tbroke,don’tmesswithit,”reflectedhis practicalapproachto life, whilehisbeliefthat“ifyou have abadday,therewillbeanotheronetomorrow” resonatedwithmany

Hanswas aremarkablemanwho faced challenges withcourage,includingreceiving alife-saving lung transplantthatgrantedhimanadditional16yearshe cherishedwithhis family.Hislegacyofgenerosity andkindnesswillberememberedbyallwhoknew him,asheconsistentlywentoutofhiswaytohelp others,oftenthosehehadnevermet.

Hewillbedeeplymissedbyhis family,friends,and thecommunityheservedwithsuchdedication.

BAKER,William(Bill)

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GOOSSEN,LeonardRalph August10,1957 -November18,2024

LeonardRalphGoossen,67,borninVancouver, BC,passed away peacefullyon November 18, 2024.A devoted husband,father,andgrandfather, LenissurvivedbyhiswifeMonica;childrenLauren, Jake,Lucas,andClare; andthreegrandchildren Fionn,Ronan,and Renley. Predeceased byhis parents,Katyand Jake, healso leavesbehindhis brothers John(Joan)and Rick(Brenda)andmany nieces and nephews.

Lenfounded Goossen &Associates CPAandwas arespected accountantfor over 30years. He volunteered hisskillstoFreshwaveMinistriesand supported numerous faith-based causes through CedarParkChurch.

Apassionatesportsfan, Len foundjoyin watching basketball,football(aloyalSteelersfan),andgolf. Hisloveforsportsprovided joyandcomfort, especiallyduringhistwo-yearbattlewith cancer Hewasknownforhishumour,generosity,and unwaveringfaith,providinga steadyand reliable presencetoallwho knew him.

AmemorialtocelebrateLen’slifewill beheld atPeaceChurchon52nd onDecember7, 2024, startingat2:30PM.Address:659East 52nd Ave, Vancouver,BC,V5X1G8

MCLARDY,Donald November10,1942 -November8,2024

BorninGlasgow,Scotland,passedpeacefully on November 8,2024.Heissurvived byhisloving wifeof50years,Pamela;daughter,Fiona(Justin); son, Kevin(Jill);brother,Doug(Liz);and grandchildren,SkylarandNova.Hewas predeceased byhisbrother Neil(Rachael)in2013.

Donwillberemembered forhiskindness,lovefor hisfamily,andhispassionformotorcycles,which broughthimjoyand adventurethroughouthislife.

Thefamilywishes to express theirgratitudetothe staffat DeltaHospitalfortheircareandsupport.In lieuofflowers, adonationmaybemadeto a charityofyourchoice.Noservice byrequest.

EverRemembered- EverLoved

MITCHELL,Marjorie(Marge)Ann(neeBean)

February23,1924 -November14,2024

Withprofoundsadness,thefamilyofMarjorieAnnMitchell(nee Bean) announces her passing onNovember 14,2024,attheageof100.Bornon February23,1924,inEdmonton,Alberta,Margewasraised intheMarpolearea ofVancouver andlater made her homeinRichmond, Tsawwassen, Victoriaand Ladner.

Marge’slegacyisoneoflove, devotion,andstrength. Shewasmarried for67 years toherlatehusband, Jack,andtogether they createdhomes filledwith warmthandlaughter.They raisedfivesons:John(Donna),Bob(Cheryl),Doug (Marilyn),Dave(Linda),andScott(Kathy).Margealsohad aspecialbondwith her niece, Karen Durbeniuk(Gary),whowaslikeadaughtertoher and asister totheboys.Karen’spresenceinthefamilywasacherished partofMarge’slife. Margealsohelda specialplacein herheartforKaren McGregor (Mitchell).

FamilywaseverythingtoMarge, andsheproudlyleaves behind13 grandchildren and22great-grandchildren,allofwhomwere devoted toher. Herhome wasaplaceofgathering,joy, humour,andconnection,where every visitwithMargewasatestamenttotheloveand devotionshe shared with each ofthem.Her children,grandchildren,and great-grandchildren madeit apriority tovisither,demonstratingthe deeprespect and affectionthey heldfortheir matriarch

Inadditionto her roleas alovingwife, mother,grandmother,andgreatgrandmother,Margewasalsoa dedicatedvolunteer in her community.She devoted muchofher timetoher church,whereshewasknownforher generosityandunwaveringsupport.Margealsovolunteered at thelocal hospital,lending her timeand energy to helpothers in need

Marge’s summerswerespentatthefamilycabininBoundaryBay,whereshe andJackfoundjoyinhostingthepeoplethey loved tobewith.Itwas a place where memories weremade andfamilybondswere strengthened.

Thefamilywouldliketoextenda heartfeltthankyoutothededicated staffatthe Wexford andDeltaViewCareCentrefacilitiesfortheirexceptionalcareand kindnessinMarge’sfinalyears. Theirunwaveringsupportanddedicationto Marge’swell-beingare deeplyappreciatedbyour entire family

Marge’spassing leaves adeep void,buther spiritandlovewillcontinuetolive oninthe hearts ofallwho knew her. Shewillbe remembered for her selflessness,her laughter,and herdeep commitmenttofamilyandcommunity Shewillbehappynowthat shejoinsJackandher siblings.

Margewillbeprofoundlymissed byherchildren,grandchildren,greatgrandchildren,extended family,andmanyfriends.

Restin peace, Mom. Yourlovewillliveonineachofus.

AcelebrationofMom’slifewillbeheldatthe DeltaFuneralHome,5329Ladner TrunkRoad, onJanuary18,2025,from1:00to 3:00pm.

BURNETT,AlanReginald(UncleAl) December31,1954 -November16,2024

We areheartbroken toannouncethepassingof Alan ReginaldBurnett onNovember 16,2024,at Delta Hospital.Alanwastaken toosoonatthe youngageof69 after ayear-longbattlewith cancer

Alanwasbornin Vancouver andraised inLadner, BC,byhisparents, Ernieand BettyBurnett.

Alanissurvivedbyhis daughters Kaylee, Amber, and Tara;former wifeSuzanne;siblingsMary, Dorothy(histwin),andJim;sons-in-law;three young grandchildren; andmanynieces, nephews andclose friends.

For amoredetailed view ofAlan’slife,please see theonlineArbor MemorialObituary.Acelebration oflifewillbeheldonJanuary11,2025,atthe SundancePubinthe Banquet RoominLadner,BC, startingat4pm. Please bringyourmemories and stories tosharewithAlan’slovedones.In lieu of flowers,pleaseconsider donatingto awildlife conservationfundofyour choice.

SWENSON(neeMcDonald),PatriciaGrace February7,1927 -April3,2024

Acelebration oflifeforPatSwenson willbeheldatTheLadnerUnited Church, 496048 Ave, Delta, BC,V4K4X6, on February 8,2025,at 2pm.

We invitePat’sfriends and loved ones tojoinherfamilyin celebrating herlife.

Please carpoolandarrive early if possibleasparkingislimited.

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SMALLENBERG,Joan

Marion June22,1934 -November7,2024

Weareheartbrokenasweannouncethe passing ofJoanSmallenbergattheDeltaHospitalon Thursday,November7,2024.Joanwas born in Cranbrookandhadfondmemoriesof her childhoodin Wasa,butattendedschoolin KimberleyandgraduatedwithherbrotherFrankin 1952fromKimberleyHighSchool.

Joanwaspredeceasedbyherparents,Robert FrankandWinnifred Aik ns,husbandEd Smallenbergin2007,brotherSamin2006and brotherFrankin2023.Joanissurvivedbyher sisterCarole(Keith)SimpsonandnieceDeannain Victoria,alsonieceJanice nCalifornia; her nephewsandfamilies,DougandSenka,Kimberley and Jeffreyin Toronto;BrentinKimberley,Derek andChris,Kendall, TrennonandHeatherin Cranbrook;andMelanieRobinsonin Sechelt

Joanmovedto Vancouver whenshewas 17and, throughherexceptionalsecretarialskillsand manner,workedindowntown Vancouver,finallyin theBentallCentreformanyinfluentialexecutives.

Joanhadmanyskillsbuttookthemostprideinher growingofroses.Shewas amemberof the VancouverRoseSocietyformanyyearsandwon everypossiblecategory,aswellasthesilvertrays andcrystalbowlsthatwentwiththe honour

She andEdalsospentmanyweekendsin CampbellRiveratTheDolphinscharterfishing.And everywinterformanyyears,itwasofftoHawaiifor atleastfourweeks,where theymet upwith Vancouverfriendssociallyatbeautiful Waikiki Beach.

JoanalsoenjoyedmanytripstoEurope, starting with afive-monthtour oftheContinentwithher sisterintheirtwenties,followedinlater years with Garden Tours,thePanamaCanalandAlaskawith Ed.

Therewillbenoserviceby request, andJoanwillbeinterredwith her parentsintheKimberleyCemetery.

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