Delta Optimist January 16, 2025

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Lastmonthmarkedthe fourth yeartheDeltaFirefighters’CharitableSocietyhaslaunchedthe DecemberDaysofGivingCampaign,insupportoflocalcharitiesandinitiatives. $70,000 wasdonatedamongstfive communitydrivencharitiesandtwoChristmashampersprograms whichdirectlysupported36Delta families facingadversity.

Beneficiariesthis yearinclude:

•ReachChild &YouthDevelopmentSociety -insupportofspeechtherapyforchildren

•RISE -insupportof aprogramrun by Delta Gymnastics forchildrenwith cognitiveandphysicaldisabilities to gain valuableskillsinmovement

•HeronHospice Society -offeringsupportivecounselingandbereavementprograms to residentsof DeltaandTFN, at no cost

•PonyPalsTherapeuticRidingAssn -insupportofchildrenwith cognitiveandphysicaldisabilities to interactand rideponiesandhorses

•Kin Village“It Takesa Village”CapitalCampaign -insupportofcreating anew DayProgramspaceforseniors

•DeltaSecondarySchool FamilyChristmasHampers -insupportof31 DSSstudents receivingplentifulhampers fortheholidays

•BoundaryBayProgramviatheDeltaSchoolDistrict -insupportoffivefamilies receivingplentifulhampers for theholidays

Sincebeingestablishedin2021,theDecemberDays ofGivingCampaignhasdistributed$343,000 to Deltacharities andprograms.Moneyis raisedthroughoutthe year by offdutyDeltaFirefighterswho volunteer to organizeandhost a varietyoffundraisers. Eventsincludeanannualgolf tournament at TsawwassenSprings,BBQ at theBoundaryBay Airshow, thebeergarden at theNorthDeltaCanadaDay celebration,50/50atBarnside’sHarvestFestivalandanannual BootDrivecollectingdonationsaroundthe community.

TolearnmoreabouttheDeltaFirefighters’CharitableSocietyor to stay informedaboutupcoming events, followtheirsocialmediaon FacebookandInstagram: @deltafirecharitable

Court upholds approvalofB.C. port expansiondespiterisks to whales

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A legal challenge claiming the planned expansionof Canada’s largest port wouldthreaten endangered southern resident killerwhales has been struck down by a federal judge.

The ruling, handed down Jan.10, comesnearly seven monthsafter fourenvironmentalgroups took the Canadian government andthe VancouverFraser Port Authority to federalcourt overthe approvalofthe Roberts Bank Terminal 2 expansionin Delta, B.C.

Builton a new man-madeislandadjacent to the current Deltaport container facility,the port authority project seeks to add a three-berth marine container terminal, a widened causeway that wouldexpand roadand raillines, andan extended basin for tugboats.

The expansionisforecast to grow container capacity on Canada’s West Coast by a third. Withoutit, thefederal government says $3billioninadded GDP would be put at risk by capacity shortages.

In anemail Monday,a spokesperson for the port authority saidthat whileit is still reviewing thecourt’s decision,the terminalis “vital to support Canadian tradeand our shared prosperity.”

“Thisdecision reaffirmsthe rigor of the federalenvironmentalassessment process that Roberts Bank Terminal 2 went through,” saidthe spokesperson.

A spokespersonforthe law firm

Westshore Terminalsand Deltapor t.

Ecojustice, which represented thefour applicants Georgia StraitAlliance, David Suzuki Foundation, Raincoast Conservation Foundationand Western Canada Wilderness Committee— said its lawyers were still reviewing the ruling.

Lucero Gonzalez, conservationand policy campaignerforthe Wilderness Committee, saidthedecision was “heartbreaking” and onethat offersa precedent for bypassing Canada’s laws that protect endangered species

“It tellsdevelopers, it tellsindustry there’s nolimits,” Gonzalez said. “It’sa path to southern resident killerwhale extinction.

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mentministerfellinto linewith the SARA .

“Right now,it’s notwhetherthey will go extinct.Right now,it’s when.”

In June,lawyers for the four applicants argued the expansion woulddestroy 177 hectaresofvital habitatfor juvenile chinook salmon, the preferredpreyfor the endangeredsouthern residentkiller whalepopulation.

Noisefromconstructionoftheport’s expansion,as wellas asubsequent increase in shipping, couldalso throw off the whales’abilitytoforage, said lawyers for the environmentalgroups

Thejudicial review challengedthe environmentminister’sapprovalofthe portproject’s environmentalassessmentcarried outunder the Canadian EnvironmentalAssessmentAct (CEAA), claimingitcameinto directcollision with the Species at Risk Act(SARA).

Thecaserepresentedthe firsttimea majorindustrialproject hascomeinto directconflict with aspeciesprotected as endangeredunder SARA .Lawyers on the sideof the environmentalgroups cited multiple scientificand government panels who foundthat, unmitigated, the expansionproject willacceleratethe extinctiontrajectory of southern resident killerwhales.

Lawyersfor the applicantsalso challengedanApril2023federal cabinet decision to approvethe port expansion afteradverse effectson the whales were identified.

Cabinet’s decision to approvethe project, argued lawyersfromthe firm Ecojustice,lacks “justification,transparency,andintelligibility”andfails to makeitclear howitand the environ-

Thecabinetdecision came with370 legallybindingconditions to protect the environmentandprotectharmto localspecies.But lawyersfor the environmentalgroupsargued that the decisionfailedtolistany newmeasuresthat woulddirectlyavoid,lessenor minimize effectsonthe whales, measuresthat are required by lawunder SARA

In her rulingreleased Monday, Federal JusticeChristine Pallotta summarized the applicant’sargument againstthe governmentasa“collective failure”withthe ministerfailingtoidentifyallfeasiblemeasurestoprotectthe whales, “anddespitethis failure, Cabinet made the justificationdecisionanyway.”

As Ecojustice’sCharlotte Dawe putit duringthehearing:the expansionprojectis an“extinction bomb.”

In court, lawyersfor the port authority and Canadian MinisterofEnvironment andClimateChange Steven Guilbeault, whoapproved the project, described the legalchallenge as“fundamentally flawed.”

They toldthejudge that theminister wouldcontinuetohaveanoversight role in the project. Thecabinetdecision,they said, wasnotdirectlybound by SARA , andinstead wasa“discretionaryone basedonthe widestconsiderationsof policyand publicinterest.”

That publicinterest includes wider economic benefits—likeimproving supplychain resilienceand boosting internationaltrade —and shouldlead the courttoagree the port expansion approval was“justifiedinthe circumstances,” he said.

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Asouthern residentkillerwhale sur facesnearaship.Vesselstrikes candirectlyinjureorkillthewhales, whileacousticdisturbances from shipshave beenshowntoimpactthe animal’sabilitytoforage forfood.

“Onlythe governor-in-council,not this court, is equippedtoevaluate such considerations,” governmentlawyerJon Khan told the courtinJune KhanurgedJusticePallotta to avoid prejudgingthe futureeffectivenessof projectconditionson the whales.Doing so, he said, wouldwrongly allowcourt become“anacademyofscience.”

Geoff Cowper,alawyerfor the VancouverFraser Port Authority,argued the expansionprojectwasneeded to avoidbreachingportcapacityandlosing businesstoother NorthAmerican ports.

In submissions to the court, the port authoritysaidtheRoberts Bank Terminal 2expansionprojectwould increasethe totalcontainercapacityon the West Coast by aboutone-third.That wouldallowthe terminal to move $100 billionin goodsevery year,addedaport spokesperson.

In her decision, Pallotta said when

itcomes to the Species at Risk Act, the ministermustact reasonably,butunder lawcanexercisediscretion when decidingwhichmeasurestomitigate harmsto protectedspeciesareappropriate.

Theenvironmentalgroupsargued that future permittingprocessesunder SARAwill be lesseffectivebecause they willonlyassessthe effectsof specific project-relatedactivities,andnot the projectasawhole.

Pallottadisagreed.She said the 370 conditionsfrom the Cabinetdecision are“binding” on VancouverFraserPort Authority,and the minister“haspowers ofenforcementthat include penalties and the abilitytoseekaninjunction,” she wrote.

Thejudge rejected argumentsthat the ministerfailed to meet his obligations under SARA andfound Cabinetdidnot have obligationsunder the act

Instead,its role waslimited to adecisionon whetherthe project’sadverse environmentaleffectsarejustifiedgiven the port expansion’sroleininternational trade,improvingthe country’ssupply chain,and the wide-rangingbenefits to the economy.

“The applicants make compelling policyarguments ;however,this court is bound to applythe policiesthat Parliamenthasimplementedinits laws,” Pallottasaid.

Theportauthoritytold the judge that asof Jan.10,it hadnot submitted an applicationfor authorizationunder SARA and the Fisheries Act. In her ruling, the port isquotedsayingitisexpectingtodoso“in severalmonths time” afterareviewandconsultationprocess “likelytotakemorethanayear.”

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Red-lightrunners on Deltaport Way causing concern

SANDOR GYARMATI

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It’s notonlyunacceptable, butahighly dangerousdriving behaviour that isongoingand will resultintragedy.

That’s how Delta resident Jeremy Arthur sums upa seriesofincidents he has witnessed over

the past fewmonths involving vehiclesblowingthrough redlightson Deltaport Way,incidents captured onhis dashcam.

The latest incident occurred onthemorning of Jan.6whenthe speedingdriverofapickup truckheading east on Deltaport Waydecided

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to blow througha red light at theintersection at 41B Street,asArthur was about to enteronhis greenlight.

Sayinghe supportsthe installationof cameras alongthe roadway,he has been postingthe incidentson Facebook.

“Thisisa massive ongoingissue, I have

reported to DPDinthe past andnothing gets done.I have emailed (Mayor) George Harvie withthevideosand gottenno response. Very frustratingthat this continues to be a daily occurrence,” he toldthe Optimist following the latest incident.

Deltaport Way has

seen severalfatalaccidents overthe years includinga March2002 crashthat resulted in four teens, students at Delta Secondary, killed.

The vehiclethey were passengerincollided witha semi-trailerin theintersection at 57B Street.

The young driverof the car, who survived, was laterconvicted of fourcountsof dangerous driving causingdeath.

A/Insp. James Sandberg,publicaffairs managerforthe Delta Police Department, said the latest video posted by Arthuristhethird video posted recently from Deltaport Waythat shows vehiclescoming fromthedirectionofthe port,flagrantly disregardingthetrafficlight at theintersection.

Thedriving behaviour isunacceptableand dangerous,he said.

“Ourtraffic section is awareand has spent sometime recentlyon Deltaport in response to the poordriving. Thisvideoshows we clearly have to increase ourenforcementpresenceandadopta zerotolerance approach todangerousdriving decisionson Deltaport Way,” Sandberg toldthe Optimist

the municipality. With that said, perhapslobbyingtheprovincefora camera at thislocation, fortrafficmovingin both directions,theproblem could be corrected,” he added.

TheCityof Delta submittedamotion at last year ’s Unionof BC Municipalities(UBCM) convention requesting theprovinceaddmore intersection cameras to curb speedand redlight infractions.

Similar to motions put for ward by severalother communities,the Delta motion calledonthe provincial government to install speed and red light cameras at intersections“upona reasonable requestfromlocal municipalities.”

TheCityof Victoria last year sent lettersto other municipalities requestingtheywritelettersto the government ontheissue.

Delta’s transportationadvisorycommittee discussed theletterand a subsequent report to citycouncilnoted that TACmembers notedthe financialandlogistical challengesfor municipalities to installtheir ownintersection safety cameras.

No tin g the y wi ll re sp ond wi th res ou rc es fromDP D’s traffic se ction, pa trol officer s andthe Ts aw wa ss en Fi rs t Na tion’s se rv ice te am, Sa ndber g not ed th at while so mecommen ters onthe so cial medi a po st are ca llin g forphot o ra da r ca meras, th at is a de cision th atmu st be ma de at theprov inci alle ve l and notlo ca lly.

“Red light cameras arenotadministered by

“Dependingonthe numberof cameras installed,the capital investmentandoperatingcosts may significantly exceed anyfines collected

“As such,it wasdiscussed that it would be morecost-effectiveand efficientfortheprovince to expandtheirnetwork ofintersection safety camerasona request basis by each municipality,astheyalready have anestablishedprogram inplace,” the report notes.

City toconsiderallowing commercial vehicles onprivate driveways

SANDOR GYARMATI

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Deltacouncil at itsnext regular meeting later thismonth willdis cuss a propos ed zoning amendment to allow business ow ners topark theircommercial vehiclesontheirprivate residentialdriveways.

The motion was put for ward in De cember by Coun. Dylan Kruger, who saidthecity should be re ducing barriers forlocal small business ow ners, following anorder by the city’s bylaw department forthe ow nerof a pink Cookie’s Ice Cream truck to not park their vehicleintheirhomedriveway.

Kruger ’s motion re quests staff to reviewexisting bylaws, provide a report onthe current restrictionsand propos ed amendments, whileensuring “reasonablelimits” on vehicle weight and size

Councilals o re ceived several letters in suppor t, withanother business ow ner saying, “Whiledriving through my neighbourhood I se e severalboats, trailers, RVs and campers that are equally as large and cumbersome asa food truck would be.

“Butfrankly itisnone of my business what pe ople doon their ow n property provide d that itdoesnot

impactthe safety of my homeor family. The existing bylaw is slanted againstsmall business whoare the ones having topaythepricefor such rules.”

The city has releas ed the propos ed amendmentsthat will be considered by council, including allowing up to tw o commercial vehiclesassociated with D elta-bas ed “brick andmortar ” businesses to be parked on a residential lotunderany single-detache d or duplex residential (R S orRD) zone

However, theamendments would contain several stipulationsincluding that each vehicledoesnotexce ed 5,500 kg in gross vehicle weight, is licence d and registere d to the ow ner or occupierofthelot, is stored or parked in such a mannerthat it does notobstruct access to andfromthe stre et,andisanasset of a commercial business base d in Delta, with a valid Delta business licencethat isals o owned by the ow neror occupierofthe residential lot.

How the regulations would be monitored andenforce d to ensure only Delta-bas ed businesses are on private driveways has not be enexplained.

The propos ed zoning amendment w ill be dis cuss ed at council’s meeting on Monday, Jan.20, at 5 p.m. at municipal hall.

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Geotechnical work for new tunnel planned

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The public can expect to see andhear some testing work along the corridorwhere the new tunnel between Richmondand Delta will be built.

TheFraser River TunnelProject teamis conductinga seriesof geotechnicalinvestigationsintheFraser River, nearthenew tunnel’s portalsandalong Hwy. 99,in Richmondand Delta.

The results willhelp inform the finaldesign of thenew tunnelandhighway as wellasconstruction methods, duration ofconstruction andthe work area required for the tunnel replacement project.

Starting in early January, geotechnical investigations will be conducted forone to two weeks in the Deas Slough.

Thisinvolves riverbed drilling from a barge.

Boaters shoulduse caution when in thearea, but there isn’texpected to be any impacts to nearby residents.

Alsoin January,the team will begina series ofonshore geotechnicalinvestigationsalong Hwy.99in Richmond, Deltaandon Deas

Island,which will last about sixmonths.

This will include collecting soil samplesand conducting subsurface soil tests along the highway alignment between Westminster Highway and Hwy.17A

The team willalso test ground-densification methodsandconduct pump tests in the

approachesofthenew tunnel in Richmondand on Deas Island.

Most ofthe work will be done between7 a.m. and 7 p.m.; however, in some instances, work may extend beyond 7 p.m.

Sectionof Island Tip Trail to close during geotechnical work : Also early in the year,

theproject team willconduct geotechnical work on Deas Island.

To ensure public safety whilethis work takes place, the section of the Island Tip Trail that passesthroughthe ministry’s right-of-way will be closed from Jan. 8 to 17 andfrom Feb. 2 to 4.

Other work on Deas Island will include test-

ing ground-densification methodsand a pump test.

Passers-by can expect to seea craneandother equipment on Deas Island at the site ofthe new tunnel’s south portal.

Theministry expects this work to take about eight weeks during the spring.

Stoppage expected on

Millennium Trail in Delta In Delta, investigative work will occur adjacent to the Millennium Trail onthe east sideof Hwy. 99. To ensure public safety whilethis work is being performed,there will be temporary stoppages along thetrail. Theministry is asking the public to planfor potential delays.

Signage will be placed onthe Millennium Trail in advanceofthe work

Traffic control personnel will be on-site to ensure public safety and access to theareato the greatest extent possible. When it’s not safe, the trail may be temporarily closed

Trail users andnearby residents may also notice some brush clearing and tree trimming as part of this work.

Most ofthe work will be doneduring the daytime between7 a.m. and 7 p.m., however, again, in some instances, work may extend beyond 7 p.m.

The George Massey Tunnel replacement project is budgeted to cost $4.15 billion and is expected to be completed in 2030.

For more information onthenew tunnelproject email: highway99tunnelprogram@gov.bc.ca or go to highway99tunnel.ca.

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DeltaHUBpitches cyclingideas

SANDOR GYARMATI

sg yarm ati@delta-optimis t. co m

ShouldtheCity of Deltaestablish an active transportation committee or hire anactive travel staff pers on?

A re cent letter to council by members of the DeltaHUB Committe e has madethe re quest, noting Delta’s cycling masterplan, endorse d in2023, demonstratesthecity’s commitment to promoting cycling as a viablemode of transportation.

A dedicated committe e can not only promote active transportation to include cycling,but als o ensure ongoing attention and expertis e, noting similar-sized cities such as Richmond, North Vancouverdistrictandcity,Pitt Meadowsand Saanich have dedicated staff or active transportation committees, theletter explains

Thecommittees canplay acrucial rolein maintainingactivetransportation asapriority,informinginfrastructure decisions,as wellasintegrating walking, cycling, andother sustainable travelmethodsinto cityplans.

“As Delta’s populationcontinues to

grow,newdevelopmentsemerge,and trafficincreases, itisessential to prioritize the safetyandaccessibilityof our roadsforall,especiallyvulnerable road userslike peoplewho walkor cycleand those withmobility challenges.

“An active transpor tation committe e or dedicated staff pers on wouldbring a wealth of insights into designing safer stre ets for all thos e not in vehicles, espe ciallychildren,elders, thos e withdisabilities, planning inclusive infrastructure, andimproving overall publichealthand wellness through active commuting options,” says Delta HUB.

“Sucha committe e or staff pers on would serve as a valuableadvis or y point, providing input on infrastructure designs, polic y development, and project pr ior ities, allwhilealigning with Delta’s climate-action plans and Vision Zero strategy.”

In the works for a couple of years, the cycling masterplan outlines strategies, recommends infrastructure, policiesand education to helpenableand encourage cycling aspracticaland convenient transportation.

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Theproceedsfromthe event wentdirectly to theSouth DeltaFoodBank,which providesessentialfooditems to familiesfacingfinancial challenges,andDeltaAssist, anorganizationofferinga rangeofservices,including

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Theafternoon wasnotonly afinancialsuccess butalso atestament to thepowerof community collaboration.

OrganizersSouthDelta RealtorsGeorgiaPrimarand SueGordonarealreadylooking ahead to next year ’s event,with hopesofmakingitan even biggersuccess!

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Socialmedia: Do youneedtoknow?

It’s kindofironic,and sad really,that one of my first columnsof2025 is addressing a topicthat I, andothers, have addressed numerous timesin2024.

The message,I guess, isnot resonating with many inthis community.

That message is tokindly mind your own business– especially when it comes to incidents being responded to by our police, fire fighters and paramedics

Thisinsatiableneed to know everything that is going on – even when it has nothing to do with you orinvolves you– is nuts

On more thanone occasion last year, and most recently in Tsawwassenon Dec. 31,Delta police responded to a mental health call.

Theincidentin questionon Dec. 31, did garner attentiondue to the police response, but was handled quickly by police. There were noarrests, noinjuriesand no danger to the public.

Delta police, asthey outlined in

Socialmediaisbeingusedasa weapontospreadmisinformation, hateandunsavoury comments.

a guest editorial, published Dec. 5 inthe Optimist, gave someinsights into whenandwhy they report out to the publicwhenitcomes to certain callsfor service.

“Thedecision to release information to the publicisonethat theDPDdoes nottake lightly.

As a law-enforcement agency, our primar y responsibility is to protect and serve thecommunity, but we must also respect the privacy anddignity ofindividuals

involved inincidents,” said Insp. James Sandberg inthe editorial.

“In most cases, we issue public statementswhenthere is a clear, public safety concernor significant publicinterest However, there are situationswhere sharing informationisnotinthe publicinterest, particularly whenit involvesindividualsexperiencing mentalhealthcrises.

“In these cases, privacy is paramount.Publicizing details

about someone’s mentalhealth notonly risks violating theirprivacy but can also cause harm by perpetuating stigma.”

Thismessage from Delta policeis clear, butI guess itisnot enough for the socialmedia trolls in our community.

A coupleof posts popped up about the Dec. 31incident. Several people said, just as I have, that it’s anemergency andif you need to know, police willlet you know.

I even posted a few comments as well, stating what I knewand the reasonswhy policedidnot issuea formal public response. I was attacked by several individuals telling mehowI shoulddo my job all, again,intheinsatiable need to know

Well, to those individuals,I say again,mind your own business.

You donotneed to know everything that is going on. Have somecompassionforthe people involved and thefirst responders whoare working to ensure the best outcome possible.

- Ian Jacques

Fourgoodnews headlines to watch for in2025

Whois ready for some good news for a change?

Here are four announcements to watch for that will positively impactthehealth and wellness of people inDelta :

First, we are looking to learn more about howDeltassist will be expanding its substanceuse programs at Little House in Tsawwassen.

The Delta Optimist is a member oftheNational Newsmedia Council,whichisanindependent organization established to deal withacceptablejournalistic practices andethicalbehaviour If you have concernsabouteditorial content, please contact theeditor at: ijacques@delta-optimist.com or call 604-998-3616 If you are not satisfiedwiththe response and wish to file a formal complaint visitthe website atmediacouncil. ca or call toll-free1-844-877-1163 for additionalinformation.

Afterthe abrupt withdrawal of a previous service provider last fall,theCity of Delta and Deltassist partnered to ensure a stablehomeforthe recovery support groupsthat rely onthis location and to enable Deltassist to expand theirfree counselling services.

Asfounder Jim Stimson always emphasized,locally available

counselling and support iscrucialforongoing success in recovery.

Next upistheopening ofthe Delta Youth Hub at the North Delta Recreation Centre.

This new space willoffer a range ofintegrated servicesfor youth, with a focus onphysical andmentalhealth, skillsdevelopment, and socialengagement.

Theinitiative responds to youth voiceand research from Delta’s Childand Youth Collaborative, whichidentified key service gapsandis working to ensure our youth have the resourcestheyneed to thrive.

In September 2024,the Delta Divisionof Family Practice shared the resultsoftheircommunity survey withcouncil, revealing that 24 percent of resi-

dentsinLadnerand Tsawwassen - about 13,300 people - are not attached to a family physician. Additionally,nearly 6,800 residents must travel outside our community for primary care. Let’s hope the DeltaDivision’s advocacy effortsare successful andthat we’ll hear announcements abouta Primar y Care Network forming in South Delta this year.

Lastly,the It Takes and Village capital campaign for KinVillage’s expanded dayprogramforolder adults has been gaining momentum asthey planfora 2025opening.

Thisexpanded program will triplethe numberofolderadults who receivea range oftherapeuticand supportive services. Two-thirds ofthefunding goal have now been raised so if we all

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joininandcontribute, we will make this vitalexpansion a reality! Here is to good healthand more good newsfor2025.

LAURA

Where isthesupport forour health care?

Editor :

I amwriting regarding the development proposed forthedowntown Tsawwassencore that wouldaddmore than 1,400 housing units

Firstly, I amnot against development, but one would suppose city hall wouldlookafter our interestsduring thisprocess.

Asidefromtheuninspired monolithic design, I cannotfindany impact studiesthat eitherthe developerorcity hall conducted onhow roughly 2,500new people in our city willaffect our community resourcesor

how thisdesign would impacttrafficand our downtown Whathappened to city planning as a collaborative process?

It has beennoted the developer will build a newlibrary as a consolationprize, butIwant to know where these new 2,500-plus folks are going whenthey are sick, not when they want to borrow a book.

We have lost our walkin-clinics.Our Delta Hospitalemergency department is overloaded with folks who have no doctors. So insteadof a library, how about city

hallandthedeveloper offerup a medical clinic that can be funded by our municipality?

There is a modelthat has been running, specifically, Colwood Urgent appointment, where physiciansare paid by the municipality asemployees, with pensionsand benefits Let’s talk about that insteadoflibrary cards!

In themeantime, let’s get somethird-party impact studiesdone so we know exactly what we will be living withinthe years to come

Claire Maxwell

Is this a wise use ofpublicfunds?

Editor:

Re: Mayorhopes for designated spot to scatter ashesinto Fraser River (Optimist, Jan. 9)

I strongly protest.

I havevotedfor you to take care of our streets and other municipal amenities Youshould study matters likehow moderncitiesinmod-

erncountriesdeal with undergroundarteriesof waterpipes, sewers,electricalandcommunication cables.

Withalldue respect to anybody’s religious beliefs,thereisno right to proposeusing public moneyand publicplaces to accommodatethem. Do itprivately.

Other peopleinstalling very nice seating benchesinmemoryofa lovedoneisanotherbrilliantidea.

I’m very disappointed that our public representatives occupy their minds with ridiculous ideasinsteadofcreative ones.

Ed Jaworski

Spending isoutof control at Metro

Editor:

Now that Delta has Ravi Kahlonasthenew municipalaffairs minister, it would be great ifhecould fix Metro Vancouver’s North Shore Wastewater project debacle that will cost taxpayers billions

more thanestimated.

In addition, hecould explainwhy Metro Vancouver spent $4,844.95 oftaxpayer dollars on alcohol at the PNE last year.

IfMr. Kahlon has troublecoming up with

a solution, I suggest each of the Metro Vancouver board members repay taxpayers from their own pockets, after all,they are ultimately responsiblefor this ridiculousexpense, nottaxpayers. Keith Munro

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Patontotake on NDP over dumpingoffill on farmland

still concerned aboutloss of topsoil

PHILMELNYCHUK

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

Newly elected ML A Ian Paton has resumed his campaign against dumping on farmlandandadded one more, theissue of large houses being builtonfarmland.

lowing a recent news story.

Paton saidit has to stop because onceconstruction excavationfillisdumped on top ofthe natural top soil,the land can nolonger be farmed.

Paton was recently appointed agriculture critic by the BC Conser vativesfollowing October’s election,and raised theissue last May whenconstructionfill was spreadon to a field near hishomeinpreparation for a greenhouse.

Chilliwack, Abbotsford, Langley, Surrey, Richmond, Steveson. They’re still going upandwhy are they still going up?” Such houses were supposed to be stopped byBill 52, headded.

Some large buildingsinthe 104th Streetarea in east Ladner and somealong ArthurDrive in southLadnerare puzzling “They don’t resembleanything that would have anything to do withfarming,” Paton said.

Paton reiterated that the Agricultural Land Commission isshort staffed andunderfunded, saying they have only six complianceofficers forall of B.C., saying itshould have at least 15officers.

In Februar y 2019,then Agriculture Minister Lana Popham said Bill 52, “will encourage farming and better protect farmland by banning mega-mansions, stopping the illegal dumping of waste on farmlandand reinstating the one-zone system.

“It’sa great stepin our effort to revitalize theAgricultural Land Reserve so that British Columbians cancount on a safe, secure supply oflocally grown food ontheirtablesfor years to come,” Popham said in 2019. Popham was re-appointed Minister ofAgriculture and Food by NDPPremier David Eby in November. MLA

“An issue here, all over B.C., istheillegal dumping offillon our preciousfarmland,in B.C.” said Paton on X on Jan. 1 fol-

He’s alsoworried about “mega mansions” builton farmland, saying Bill 52 was supposed to have stopped that “Well, have alook around. They’re everywhere.

He saidthat bill says that farm houses can’t be larger than about 5,200 sq. ft., althoughthe buildings seem larger. He didn’t have any specific numbers but saidhe regularly travelsaroundthe provinceandiscommenting onwhat he sees.

According to theALC website, maximum size for a principal residenceintheALC is 500 sq. m, or 5,382 sq. ft.

“No wonderthisisn’t getting taken care ofand being dealt with,” he said,adding that his party will be holding theNDP to account inthis spring ’s sessionofthe legislature.

Agriculture minister saysnew governmentistakingaction

PHILMELNYCHUK

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

B.C.’s new NDP government is addressing theissues raised by Conser vativeDelta SouthML A Ian Paton, says thenewministerin charge.

“The B.C. government istaking decisive action against illegaldumping on theAgriculturalLand Reserve,” said Agriculture and Food Minister Lana Popham by emailin response to an inquiry fromthe Optimist.

“Notably,theAgriculturalLand Commission has issued more than two dozen stop-work orders inthe Hatzic (Mission)area and has leviedfines exceeding $250,000.”

Sh e adde d th at ch an ge s to the law in2019 re qui rere si dents to ge t AL C ap prov al be fore bringin g fillon to farmland.

Sheadded thatat that time, the law was also strengthened andthat new offences were introduced to deter dumpingoffill.

“We willcontinue to focus onensuring B.C.’s most valuable agricultural landisprotected,” she said.

Paton also supportstheidea of impounding vehicles that showup to dump fill at propertiesthathave stopwork orders issued onthem.

“If there was somebody aroundthat can actually catch them,” he said.

According to the ALC, asof Jan.8, there are about 300filesconcerning illegal soildumping intheFraser Valley, from Vancouver to Hope, said Avtar Sundher, director ofoperations.

But work continues to pileon to complianceofficers at the landcommission.

The ALC’s annual report for2024, says there’sa 20 percent increase in the total numberofcomplianceand enforcementfiles, to a totalof928,compared to the yearprevious, althoughthe numberofcomplaintsdecreased.

Officers were focused on,“trying to stopanunprecedented amount ofillegal fill beingdumped intheFraser Valley RegionalDistrict …” saidthe report

Enforcement actions were up by 141 percent with each officer managing an average of 155 files

The ministr y saidthat Bill 52 in2019, “revitalized” the ALR. Soil removal was restricted and penalties were increased fordumping constructiondebrison to farmland. The size of large homes that were primar y residences was also limited.

Sundher saidthe maximum size fora

principalhomeinthe ALR is 500 sq.m or 5,382 sq.ft.,under Bill 52.

Property owners wantinga home largerthanthatmust get approvalfrom theALC, then get the approvalfromthe local municipality.

“Generally,thecommissioners don’t approve of something largerthan 500 sq.m ifit’s notforfarming purposes,” Sundher said. “Local governmentsplay a roleinthis, inthat they shouldn’t be approving anything greater than 500 sq m, unless they have formal approval fromtheALC.

“It’s against the law, against the ALC law, to approve anything largerthan 500 sq m, unless theALC approves.”

In 2014, Deltacouncil approved tougherlegislation to regulate soil removal anddepositactivitiesonfarmland.

New River Roadpathway nearing completion

Betterlinkbetween MarinaGardens, village

SANDOR GYARMATI

sg yarm ati@delta-optimis t. co m

Work continuesonthenew multiuse pathway,alongthenorth sideof River Road,from Ferr y Road to Elliott Street, with substantialcompletion anticipated by theendofthismonth, subject to weatherconditions.

That’s according to engineering director StevenLanonthe$1.4-million projectwhich sawconstruction begin back in November, part of Delta’s annual cyclinginfrastructureprogram aimed at expanding pedestrianand cycling routes.

Thenew pathway willimproveconnectivity between MarinaGardensand Ladner Village.

Theprojectincludesa3.5-metrewideasphalt multi-use pathway,

grassed boulevard, streettrees, LED streetlighting, pavement markingsand signage.

As part ofthisproject, thenorth side of River Road willalso be repaved with new lane markings, curbsand parking pockets at selectlocations.

Theprojectis stillanactive work zone withcrewsand pylons.

One residentona recent Facebook post soundedalarm aboutthe River Road roadway near Elliott Street reopeningfortraffic but being too “skinny.”

Lannoted thecompleted road will consistof3.3-metre-widetravel lanes in each direction,whichisthe standard forcollector roads.

Theprojectisco-funded by TransLinkthroughthebicycleinfrastructure capitalcost shareprogram.

Thecity hasalso beenplanningfor thedesignandconstructionofanew multi-use pathwayalongthe west side of Elliott Streetfrom47A Avenue to Chisholm Street.

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COUNCIL CONSIDERATIONOFBYLAWS– JANUARY20, 2025

Notice is herebygiven that DeltaCityCouncil will consider giving first,second and thirdreadings tothebylawsreferencedbelowat itsRegular Meetingat 5:00 p.m. on Monday,January 20,2025 in theCouncil Chamber, 4500 ClarenceTaylorCrescent,Delta,BC.

File No.LU009444 (Bylaw No.8478)

Location:11112 and11124 DownsRoad

Applicant: LilianKan,Key ForHomes Development

Proposal:Application forrezoning to permit atwo-lot smallscale residentialsubdivision This application is consistent with Delta’sOfficialCommunity Plan.

DeltaZoningBylaw No.7600, 2017 AmendmentBylaw No.8478

To rezonethe subjectpropertiesfromSingle DetachedResidential 1(RS1) to Single Detached Residential6 (RS6)inorder to allowsubdivisionof thepropertiesintotwo smallscale residential lots

Staff

Contact:Deepinder Dhaliwal –Planner,604-946-3395

File No.LU009723 (Bylaw No.8473)

Location:1006EdenCrescent

Applicant: Eugeneand BarbaraKnoedler

Proposal:Application forrezoningtopermitatwo-lot smallscale residential subdivision.Thisapplication is consistent with Delta’sOfficialCommunity Plan.

DeltaZoningBylaw No.7600, 2017 AmendmentBylawNo. 8473

To rezonethe subjectpropertyfromSingleDetachedResidential 1(RS1) to Single DetachedResidential 6(RS6) inorder toallowsubdivisionofthe propertyintotwo smallscale residential lots.

Staff

Contact:HayleyBurns –Planner, 604-946-3332

File No.LU009790 (Bylaw No.8481)

Location:6955120 Street

Applicant: Aziz Bootwala,KasianArchitectureInterior Design &PlanningLtd.

Proposal:Application forrezoningamendment topermit thecontinuationofanexisting liquor storeoperationpermitted undera Temporary UsePermitonthe ground-floorof thebuildingat6955120 Street.Thisapplicationis consistent with Delta’sOfficialCommunity Plan

DeltaZoningBylaw No.2750, 1977,Amendment BylawNo. 8481

To amendthe existing Comprehensive DevelopmentNo. 463(CD463) Zone under“DeltaZoning BylawNo. 2750, 1977”inorder to permitanexistingliquorstore as apermitteduse on thesubject property

Staff

Contact:HayleyBurns –Planner, 604-946-3332

File No.P23-05(BylawNo. 8455)

Location:City-wide

Applicant: Cityof Delta

Proposal:Toamendtheparking requirements laid outin“DeltaZoning BylawNo. 7600,2017”for residential, commercial, andindustrialdevelopments toadjustthe numberofparking stalls andwidthsrequired,inalignment with standards established in comparablemunicipalities.

Staff

Contact:JeremyKeating –SeniorPlanner,604-946-3201

BCfreshappointsa new CEO

BCfresh,a 100 percent grower-owned and operated company, has announced the appointment of Steve Roosdahl asitsnew chief executive officer

Roosdahl will succeed Murray Driediger, who

will retire on March 31, following an18-year tenure leading theorganization.

Roosdahl joins BCfresh withnearly 30 years of experience intheinternationalfreshproduce industry.

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His appointment followsanexceptional 29-year career at The OppenheimerGroup (Oppy),where hemost recently served asvicepresident ofoperations andfood safety. He holds anexecutive MBA from Athabasca University

“Steve’s deepindustr y expertise andproven leadership make him theideal choice to lead BCfreshinto itsnext chapter,” said Peter Guichon, chairofthe BCfresh board ofdirectors.

“Hisextensive backgroundinoperations, technology, and supplychain management aligns perfectly with our strategicvisionforthe future.”

At Oppy, Roosdahl played a transforma-

tive rolein managing thecompany’s North Americandistribution network. His achievementsincludedeveloping in-house computer systems, expanding warehousing operations across Western Canada and California, and successfully launchinga third-party logisticsdivision.

Roosdahl’s industr y leadershipextends beyondhiscorporate roles

He has served as chairofthe technology committee with the CanadianProduce Marketing Association, co-chairoftheProduce Traceability Initiative, Director ofProduce Supply,andcontributes to the InternationalFresh ProduceAssociation’s

food safety and sustainability committees.

“Steve bringsan outstanding track record intheproduceindustr y anddeepfamiliarity with our operationsand management team,” said Driediger.

“Hisexceptional IT backgroundandexpertise inproduce supply chain management positionhimasoneof North America’s leading experts inthefield.”

BCfresh has establisheda comprehensive successionplan, with Roosdahl joining the organization Jan. 2 for a strategicthree-month transition.

Working in close partnership withDriediger, Roosdahl willfocus on deepening relationships withgrowers and customers whileensuring BCfreshcontinuesits momentum in sustainablefarming practices and supply chaininnovation.

“I am honoured to join BCfreshand build uponthe strong foundation Murray andthe team have established,” he said. “Thecompany’s commitment to its

BCfresh,a100percent grower-ownedand operated company, has announcedtheappointmentofSteve Roosdahl asitsnewchief executive officer.

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Closeto 260,000homes neededsouthofthe Fraser

SANDOR GYARMATI

sg yarm ati@delta-optimi st .c om

Almost 259,500new homes will be needed overthenext 20 years in four south-of-the-Fraser communitiesalone, including theCity of Delta Municipalitiesand regionaldistricts were required by theprovince to complete interim Housing Needs Reports (HNR) by Jan.1,using what’s calleda standardized newHNR Method to calculate estimated housing needs inthenext five years, as wellasthenext 20 years.

The requirement is part ofthe government’s housing legislation introduced inthefallof2023.

Completinga full housing needs assessment, which guided the formationof a Housing Action Plan a coupleof years ago, Deltacompleted and submitted its interim HNR report to update the current assessment last fall.

A staff report notes the interim update assessment re quired Delta to add several more factors to thecity’s

existing 2020HNR .

The city’s next fullHNR willneed to be completed by Dec. 31,2028,and every five years thereafter.

Delta’s update identified thecity requiring 9,788unitsfrom August 2024 to August 2029, with theinterim HNR also identifying Deltaneeding 29,457newunits over a 20-year period.

The numbers are not a requirement by theprovincethat must be met, however.

Delta’s numbers are dwarfed by the City of Surrey’s numbers inits interim HNR report, which updates that city’s last fullHNRin2022. It identifiesthat city will require 169,221new housing units overthe next 20 years.

The Surrey interim HNRidentifies several goalsincluding building more housing neartransit andactive transportation,densificationalong rapid bus corridors like King George Boulevard and Scott Road,as wellas aligning affordablehousing development with theupcoming SkyTrain extensionfrom City Centre to Langley

The informationin Surrey’s 2024 interim reportwill be used to guidefuture housing policy,including the required review and update oftheOfficial Community Planand Surrey zoning bylaw.

Surrey isalso preparing anotherfullHNR report that will be availablein 2025.

Afterthat, asinother communities,the next full reportwillneed to be completed by Dec. 31, 2028,and every five years thereafter, as per provincial requirements.

Meanwhile, theCity of Richmond’s interim HNR, which updates that city’s 2021HNR, estimatesthat 51,981unitsare needed over a 20-year horizon.

The Richmond report notesthat the20-year average supply ofhousing needed is2,600units annually, whilethe city’s last fullHNRin2021 stated that 1,800housing unitsare needed annually to 2026. Housing unit completions overthe past decade have averaged approximately 1,980 per year, satisfying theforecasted need outlined in the2021HNR However,

thefindingsoftheinterimHNRshowsthat there will be a shortfallof620 units annually, beyond historic averages, pending someadjustment inthedelivery ofmore housing.

AsfarastheCity of White Rock, itsinterim

HNRdetermined that 8,816newunitsare needed inthenext 20 years to address theanticipated housing needs inthat city.

That report notes that White Rock ’s 2021 HNRidentifie d that any additionalcost, such as

relianceon automobiles forthe primary means of transportation,is a cost burdenthat influences housing affordability, so thecity willcontinue to se ek waysto encourage increase d density along prescribed transit routes

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Trafficstudyfindsnonegative impacts dueto containerstorage

SANDOR GYARMATI

sg yarm ati@delta-optimis t. co m

There are no significant traffic issues because oftheshipping container storage facilitiesthat were approved by the city.

That was thefinding of a consultant discussed recently by Delta’s transportationadvisor y committee. The consultant was hired by thecity earlier this year to review outsideshipping container storage onindustrial lands through temporar y use permitsandthe potential trafficimpactsonadjacent roads.

Engineering staff toldthecommittee that the“findings concluded thereare no significant trafficoperationalissues on average days and a potential for increased congestionduring surge periods. Delta police have not had any calls inthe past fewmonths related to trucks staging on River Road.”

The goalofthe study was to assess theimpactofcontainertruck trafficon

roads andintersectionsandthe outcomeofthe study wouldinform future development applications related to container storage yards, according to thecity’s request forproposals.

TenDelta sites are currently permitted to store shipping containers while several others have temporar y use permits.

In 2007,council adopted a bylaw which prohibited new outsideshipping container storage as a principaluse in Delta’s industrial zones, exceptinthe marine terminal industrial zoneincertainindustrially zoned sites. Outside shipping container storage is permitted asanaccessory use inany industrial zoneprovided nomore than20-twentyfoot equivalent units (TEUs)are stored on a lot.

An earlier staff report noted the total numberof20and40-foot-equivalent units approved under current temporary use permits was 6,460,while temporary use permitsunder review couldaccommodatea further3,575containers.

Deltacouncil last year approved temporar y use applications to allow shipping container storage to continue at a pairofproperties, oneinthe 7900block of Webster Roadandtheotherin the8600-block of River Road.

In 2024,council also approved a zoning amendment to allow the permanent outdoor storage ofshipping containers alongsideanexisting marinetransshipment facility.

That proposal by Seaspan Ferries Corporation Inc. forthe15.6-hectare (38.5acre) site inthe7500-to-7700 block of Hopcott Roadin Tilbur y would see theongoing storage ofshipping containers alongsidethe owner ’s existing marinetrans-shipment facility.

In 2021,councilissued a temporar y use permit to allow the outdoor storage ofup to 2,300, 40-foot- equivalent containerunitson a 3.8-hectare (9.4acre) portionofthe site for three years.

The owner later proposed to continueusing that northern portionofthe site

Thousandsofemptyshipping containersarecurrentlybeingstored withintheCityof Deltaonatemporary basis.

Another staff report noted the demandforcontainer storage has remained high sincethe2021 closure ofthe Delco Container Limited Partnership storage facility on80th Street

New Ladner townhouses replace seniors’ care facility

SANDOR GYARMATI

sg yarm ati@delta-optimis t. co m

Deltacouncil gave final approval recently fora zoningamendmentanddevelopment permitforan application to builda40-unit townhouse developmentin

Ladner.

To include seven buildings,theproject at 4900 Central Avenue will be locatedwherea previous application was approved, but subsequently cancelled,fora seniors’ care facility.

In 2019,council approved a redevelopment applicationfor the55-bed West Shore Laylumfacility at the property.

Builtinthe early 1970s,theoldfacility was to be demolished

and replaced withanew three-storey,74-bed community care facility.

The residentsofthe Ladnerfacility were relocated to the Suncrest Retirement Community in Surrey,operated by Manor Care (White Rock) Inc.

Themove to Surrey wasmeant to be only temporaryandthey were to move back to thenewLadnerfacility oncecompleted The old building was subsequentlydemolished but

the site remained vacant. Families were later notifiedthat the redevelopment wasnot proceedingandthe relocated residents would be remaining atSuncrest.

The townhouse applicationisconsistent withthe site’s designationinthenewOfficial Community Plan(OCP). The zoningfortheproperty had been Health Care (HC),which permitscommunity care facilities,hospitalsand mentalhealthfacilities.

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Around Town Wander Inn Café

The Wander Inn Cafe’s Concert Series begins againon Saturday, Jan. 18.

Tsawwassen performer and L’aromasopenmic host, Dan Lonsdale, plus Vancouver ’s, Vicky Sjohalland Tsawwassen’s, Andrew Neufeld,(Lite Stripes) willdelight the audience withan eclecticmixof music.

Ever yoneis welcome to comeandenjoy great entertainment, non-alcoholic beverages, food, and friends. Entrance fee is$10 at thedoor and free to those 12and under.

The concert series takesplace at 5545 Ladner Trunk Road (insidethe church).

Winter MovieSeries

Grab your popcorn and comedown to the Douglas J. Husband Discovery Centre on Thursday, Jan.16 at 6:30 p.m. astheCity of Delta presentstheinaugural showing inits Winter Movie Series

The first filmis The Whale and theRaven directed by Mirjam Leuze.

Thisdocumentar y exploresthe relationship ofthe Gitga’at First Nations peoplesof British Columbia with the land,thewhalesand the scientistswho study the whalesintheir territory

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What does ashock-radio jock,a dying man, two thieves, an aging rock star, anaccidentprone stripper, and a woman leaving her husband have in common?

Find out in Bedtime Stories, by Norm Foster featuring a stellar cast from Sidekick Players.

Bedtime Stories isa zany comedy that brings together sixfunnyand touching tales presented asloosely related vignettes, featuring Foster ’s signature comedic debacles laced withmild sexualinnuendo.A cavalcadeof characters withtheir storieslinked by a late-night radiocontest,a rock and rollconcert, ataxi and,of course,a bed.

Each vignette standsalone as a comedictakeon thelives, loves and challenges faced by fifteen ordinary peopleand at the sametime weaves a connection about friendship, romanceandthetruemeaning oflove that links the peopleand the stories in unexpected ways.

Sidekick Players director Carroll Lefebvre decided to have eight actors play the15 roles. It takesincredible talent

to switch from one character to another, but withcostume changes and charactertransformations, itfeelslike there are fifteen actors on stage. Fosterexamineslove, hatred, boredom, cruelty, desperation, compassionandallthe human elementsthat go withthose – andhedoesit with style, humanity and a lotof humour.

The cast includes Jeff Pannell, Shar Terrett, Simon Ruddell, Terr y Thomas, Marcia Strang, Emily Terrett,Erica Bearss and Paul Fisher.

Rated PG-13 Thisshow containsmild sexualthemes. Discretionisadvised.

Bedtime Stories opens Jan.17 and runs to Feb. 1 withshows Friday and Saturday evenings

Visions opensatGallery 1710

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Gallery 1710 in Tsawwassenis happy to present thefirst exhibitionof 2025forthe South DeltaArtists’ Guild. Openingon Friday, Jan.17, start thenew year with a trip to the gallery. You won’t be disappointed. Visions isanextremely broad topic, andartistsfrom the Guild welcomed the challenge. Each artist develops their own reality,fos-

tered by theirexperiencesand approachto life.

A class can watch an instructordemonstrate theirmethod, but each student interpretsthe lesson fromtheir own perspective. Fifteen students willproduce15 different paintings The subject isfiltered by the student’s emotionand imagination, resulting in something more; something fromtheheart.

Whatmakes the viewer appreciate anartist’s vision? It could be it appeals to the senses It

could be anemotional connection to the past. Art is a way to run away withoutleaving home We seek beauty because itbringsus joy,and whimsy.

Visit the gallery at 1710 56th StreetfromFriday to Sunday, noon to 4 p.m.

There are more than just paintings sculpture andotherinteresting art objectsandart cards are also ondisplay.

For more detailson theshopor to jointhe Guild see:www.southdeltaatistsguild.com

at 8 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Ticketsare $22foradultsand $20for seniors.

Seating islimited so reservationsare recommended. To reserve call604-288-2415.

All performancesare at The TsawwassenArts Centre, 1172 56th Street.

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PHOTO SUBMITTED Gallery 1710in Tsawwassenishappytopresent thefirst exhibitionof2025 forthe South Delta Artists’ Guild.PicturedisartistJudyHazel’spaintingentitledSpringThaw.

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The castof BedtimeStoriespicturedlefttoright;Jeff Pannell, Shar Terrett, TerryThomas,Erica Bearss,Simon Ruddell,MarciaStrange, Paul FisherandEmily Terrett.

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“Be Faithful,betrue, be ablessing”

Holy Father

Last Sunday,I preached on John17, which is a famous part of thebible often referred to as Jesus’ “High Priestly Prayer ” or “Prayer of Consecration.”

Jesus prays forhisdisciples and expresses his deeplove and care for them.

In verse 11, Jesus indicates that heis going to the Father and that the disciples will no longer be physically withhim, so heprays for God to “keep themin[his] name,” and to guard them against the evil one What isinteresting inthisprayeristhat he refers to God asthe “Holy Father.” Thisisthe only timethisphrase appears inthe Gospel According to John.

The word, “Holy,” refers to something that is set apart, and it

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emphasizesthedistance between God and us. God is so holy that sinners cannot approach him. It isimpossible to enter God’s holy presence as a sinner Yet, the word, “Father,” is such an intimate word that oozes withaffection and closeness.

As our Holy Father, God is inexplicably

beyond our reach, but he chooses to reveal himself to usthrough his Son Jesus Christ, and he becomes our Father whom we couldaccess intimately.

I find thisprayer to be marvellous because Jesus prayed for usin this prayer.

“I do not ask for these only, but also forthose who will believe inme throughtheir word,” (17:20)which means Jesus notonly prayed for thedisciplesthat were withhimthat day;he prayed for allof uswho wouldcome to faithin him.

God knew us before we were even born. In fact, Jesus prayed for us before wewere created. Our Holy Fatherloves us so much ;I hope you experience alife-changing relationship with Him.

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Tips for makingthe switchfrom publictoprivateschool

Parents have many different reasons for sending their children to private schools. Switching from public schools to private schools can requirea significant emotionaland socialadjustmenton the part of studentsandtheirfamilies

Transitioning to private school also may require adjusting to an entirely new educational philosophyand curriculum These tips can help make thetransition from public school to private school go smoothly.

Classsize

Class size playsa significant role when parents decide to sendtheir children to private school According to Noodle, an online education search and rating resource, public school classes may include 20 studentsormore, with some evenas large as34 students at full capacity.Private schools tend to have much

HMany people have a lot of demandsontheirtime. There are only so many hours in a day,which meansthat the sooner a person can develop strategiesfor managing hisor hertimeefficiently andeffectively,themore successfulthat person can be.

It can be especially important for students to explore waysto improve theirtime management skills early in theiracademic careers. Time management involvesplanning, andthat includes allotting timefor specifictasks. The following strategies can be useful for anyone looking to manage

smaller class sizes and a smaller teacherto-student ratio This can translate into more individualized attentionfor each student. It also may meanheightened scrutiny, which is something students mayquickly discover andnot be accustomed to fromtheir public school days.

Studentswhothrive withmore frequent teacher feedback may like the change to private school. Others who prefernot being inthe spotlight may need more time to adjust.

Take a tourand get involved

Familiarizing oneself withthe school can make thefirst day of schoolthat mucheasier Most schools will offer tours forprospective new families ; otherwise, parents can reach out to the administration to schedule private walkthroughs Someprivate schoolsalso pair up potential new students with current

theirtimemore effectively: Establish a daily schedule

Staying thecourse may requirea guidelinedetailing how you will spend yourtime. A good part ofthe day may be takenup by classes and assignments, but focusing on theother parts ofthe day also is key. Set up a plan forhow you will treat eachday. Block off specifictimesforexercise, meals, school, study,andany other responsibilities you have. Time blocking is a format by which you go throughthe momentsofthe day. You can block out by thehourorany amount oftime you need

Transitioningtoprivateschoolalso mayrequireadjustingtoanentirely neweducationalphilosophyandcurriculum.

student ambassadors to providea students’ perspective, which can be very helpful.

Families also can attend schoolsanctioned functions, volunteerfor parent-teacherassociationcommittees

Figure out where you’re losingtime

You need to knowhow you’re currently spending your time before you can improve ontime management strategies Spend a few days jotting down a time log.This will help you determineif you’re working efficiently orwhere you are losing time

Make time for breaks

Burnout can occur when you work yourself too hard. Thatmakes breaks animportant part oftime management. Breaks allow for time to call loved ones, text withfriends, meditate, orengage inother

orencourage students join sports teams orextracurricular clubs early on to help with making friends.

Be open to change

Many private schools donot have to conform to state-orprovince-sanctioned curriculums. This can comeas a shock to studentswho were working on a certain mathor language artsprogram at theirprevious schools. Other changes to expect may be uniforms, religious-based foundationsand classes, and less leniency when rulesare broken. Some schools also may be male-only or female-only. These issues can be discussed before thefirst day of school.

Keeping anopenmindand getting the support of parents canhelp students navigate the transition from public to private school.

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activitiesunrelated to school. According tosleep researcher Nathaniel Kleitman, people’s minds naturally crave breaks after90minutesofintense work. You may need breaks at different intervals Learn to read your body’s cues Break projectsdown

Many students avoidprojectsthey feelare huge tasks Breaking down the larger job into smallerones can help students stay focused and reward progress. For example, if you need to writea 50-page researchpaper, make thefirst task finding source material, thenext citing quotesand stud-

ies, andthen resolve to writea set numberof pages per day. Scheduleclasses wisely Some people are night owls while others thrive inthe morning. Set up schedules so youÕre in class when you are at yourmost productive;otherwise, you could lag and waste time. This may not bepossible forhigh school students, but colleges allow formore flexibility in scheduling. Time management isanimportant skill for students to develop It will help inthe classroom and later onwhenentering the workforce.

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What students can dotoblock outdistractionsintheclassroom

An ability to focus inthe classroom can go a longway toward helping students achieve theiracademic goals. But distractionslurk in ever y corner, making it easierthan ever to succumb to a lack of focus.

Maintaining focus inthe classroom can be difficultin the digital age, but students can tr y various strategies to block out distractionsonce class begins

*Disconnect yourdevices: A 2020 report fromthenonprofitassociation Educause foundthat the majority of students report connecting two or more devices to campus Wi-Fi eachday. Devicesoften serve asuseful toolsthataugment classroomlessons, but they also can distract students Students can turn offnotifications ontheirphonesandtablets before class begins so that

familiarpingdoes not sound during lectures andlessons In addition,unless devicesare necessary duringa class, students can store them inplaces where they won’t be tempted tocheckformessages orother alertswhen they should be learning. Storing devicesin a separate pocketin a backpack or evenin a locker outside the classroom can remove the temptation to logon during class

*Prepare forclassin advance: Organizing before class can help students stay focused when a teacherislecturing, explaining classroom material orengaging students in adiscussion. Studentswho can’t readily access theirnotes, books orassignments may be forced to spend valuable class timelooking for such materials, thusdistracting themfrom thelesson.

*Bring questions to class : Studentswho jot down questions abouta subject prior toclass are more likelyto be

engaged once class begins Students can ask theirquestionsduring thelesson and listen intentlyto heariftheir

teacheror professor isanswering theirquestionsduring their lecture. Either way,bringing questions toclass and going overthem before class begins can help students narrow their focus to the subject athand, reducing thelikelihood that they’ll succumb to distractions

*Sitinthe front ofclass : Studentswhoare having troublefocusing can tr y sitting in thefront of class. Sitting inthe front ensures students can hear their teachers orprofessors, and sitting so close might subconsciously compel students to perk up so they’re not caught wandering.

Devicesandotherdistractions can easily compromise students’ focus inthe classroom. But various strategies can help studentsfocus so they can perform betteracademically.

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Students cantry variousstrategiestoblockoutdistractions onceclassbegins.

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mindfulness videos and listen to relaxing audio Tzafrir, whoaspires to study biomedical engineering aftergraduation,continues to refine EaseApp. She hopes to introduceit to medical professionalsandhealthcare institutionsfor a broader launch inthe future.

Beyondherinnovative app, shefounded Rosie’s Network, a group of more

than35 Delta Secondar y studentsdedicated to inspiring younger students to engage in STEM activities. Last month, she, along with other clubmembers visited Hawthorne Elementar y and Neilson Grove Elementary.

They led Grade 2 to Grade 5 studentsin hands-on scienceexperiments, including forminga human circuit,

using body conductivity to light up a wand,and experimenting with oil and water to demonstrate density differences. To date, Rosie’s Network has reached more than 280 students at Ladner, Hawthorne and Neilson Grove elementary schools.

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Long hours onthe soccer pitch continue topay offfor South Delta’s Sidney Venier.

A productof South Delta United, andmost recently,the Vancouver Whitecaps FC Youth Academy program, Venier has signed a NCAA D1 scholarship to play withthe Washington State University Cougars in September.

Venierplayed with South Delta United for several years, before joining Coastal FC andtheninto the Whitecaps program, where she has been goalkeeper forthe past four years.

Venier saidthe Cougars and other schools were scouting herduring hertime withthe Whitecaps.

“It really is a great school. Theywere nottheonly ones who reached out to me, but they

really checked allthe boxes for me,” she said.

“Theiracademicsare good.

The soccer teamis good. They havea lotof staff to support thegirlsthere, so that was really what I was looking forin

a school …a schoolthat would support my athleticsas wellas my academics.”

Venier willhead to Washington State in Julyto get settled intoto the schoolenvironment.

“The Whitecaps program, staffare just excellent,” she said. “Goaliecoach Erin McNulty,she has really helped megrow as a goalkeeper and as a person, so I am thankfulforthem. It has been a great pathway from South Delta United.I amthankful fortheopportunitiesthat the Whitecaps have given meon the world stage. We played international teams – we played Christine Sinclair at BC Place, so it wasa great program thatgave melotsofvisibility beforeI get out to university.”

Venieralso gives a lotof credit to the South Delta United program.

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South Delta United is equally thrilled for Venierandher success.

“Sidney’s journey from South Delta to thisincrediblemilestoneis a testament to herdedication, hard work, and passionforthe game,” said South Delta United.

“Herleadershipandtalent were onfulldisplay this past summer, asshehelped the Whitecaps secure a League 1 B.C. title The entire SDU community isincredibly proud of herachievementsand cannot wait to see hercontinue to shine withthe WSU Cougars soccer team.”

“Thethought wasI always wanted to play for Team Canada, but now that there is a women’s professionalleaguein Canada, so that isthe goalnow … to play for my hometown professional team,” she said. “The late nights at SD …I worked a lot with goaltending coach Helmut Wiebe. He helped me a lot to get into the Whitecaps program. We didlotsofprivate sessions to pushme to that level. I amthankful to him that my dreamsof becominga Team Canada orpro player can happen because ofthat.”

South DeltaStarsthree-peat atNanaimo tournament

The South Delta Stars FemaleU18C1 team brought home gold at the2024 Nanaimo Female Winter Classic forthethird yearin a row.

TheStars compete d against three otherassociationsfromtheisland; the Victor ia Capital RegionU18-C2, with Delta winning 4-0;the

Nanaimo Clippers U18C1, with Delta winning 3-0;andthe Cowichan Valle yCapitalsU18-C1, which Delta won 4-1.

TheStars perfect round-robin re cord put theminfirst place going into the championship game against Victor ia, which Delta won 3-0.

TheStars roster included: Malea Ashe,

Ella Blandford, Makenna Cowan (assistant captain)AmeeranGrewal, Chloe Houghton, Shayla Hurley, Kaylee Inouye, Kylie Kamiya (assistant captain)Annabel Lancaster, Isla Lavalle e, Maya Le e, Aver y Soneff, Violet Stevens (captain) Delilah Woodliffe (goalie), Melody Wr ight and Kaitlyn Yim.

The coaching staff includes Sean Johns on (headcoach), Terr y Inouye (assistant coach),Alexis Kamiya (assistant coach)and IainLancaster (assistant coach).

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The South DeltaStars FemaleU18C1teambroughthomegoldatthe2024

forthethird yearina row.

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Chase for a Cure raises thousands

The recent hockey camp fundraiser Chase for a Cure that tookplace at the Ladner Leisure Centre in late December has been a resounding success raising more than$14,000and counting.

Chase BoutilierofLadner, bravely battled burkitt lymphoma at the Leukemia Bone Marrow Unit at Vancouver General Hospital. His inspiring fight andlengthy stay at VGH motivated him to give back to those who supported himduring his challenging time.

Determined to express his appreciation,heorganized the hockey camp fundraiser to raise awareness and funds for the Leukemia Bone Marrow unit at VGH.

Withthe generous support of South Delta Minor Hockey Association, sponsorshipfromFresh SlicePizza and Dair y Queen,local coaches volunteering theirtimeandphotographer Evan Neaves, for capturing the event, his vision came to life.

Chase BoutilierofLadner, recently heldtheChase foraCurehockey campfundraiser,which raised $14,000 for VancouverGeneral Hospital.

“I am so grateful for the support from thehockey community and ever yone that donated to my fundraiser,” said Boutilier. “I couldn’t have donethis without them. Ever y moment of my journey has taught methe importance of support. I wanted to do something meaningful to give back to ever yone who stood by me. This event was for them.”

Hisfundraiser page will be openuntil Feb.1 at : https://join.vghfoundation. ca/chaseforacure.

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•Spacious 2Bedroom 2Bathrenovatedmodern upstylecondo

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•Greatopportunitytoenjoytranquilresort styleliving!

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•Nestledin aquietcul-de-saconlargesouthwestlot

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$1,035,000 READYTOMOVEIN!

2241816OSPREYDRIVE,TSAWWASSEN INPELICANCOVE!BRIGHT &SPACIOUS, WESTEXPOSED3-LEVEL1,750SQ.FT., 4BDRM, 4BATH, 2CAR GARAGE TOWNHOME WITHONLYONENEIGHBOUR.

4251792STARLINGDR.TSAWWASSEN LVNGRMWITH12FT.CEILINGBRINGINGTHEOUTDOORS IN!653SQ.FT.1BDRM,DEN &OPENKITCHENWITH CENTREISLAND.EXTRALARGEVIEW BALCONY ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS!A MUSTSEE!

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203-4743RiverRd.Ladner

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-Ladner

463853St -Ladner

2| 2| 1374sqft

$719,000

SpaciousRiver Westcondowithstunningriver, marina &garden views!Theopen-conceptkitchen,dining, &livingareaflowto thewest-facingbalcony.Enjoytheextras:aneatingareainthe kitchen,full-sizelaundry room, alargeprimarybedroomwith walk-incloset &ensuite, &greatstorage!Resort-styleamenities, avibrantsocialclub,&aprimelocationwithriverfrontpathto LadnerVillage –Theperfectblendoflifestyle &convenience.

2| 2| 909sqft

$579,000

Bright,well-maintainedcondowithamodernopenfloorplanin Solei Terrace, aboutique-stylebuildingwithjust32units,only twoblocksfromTsawwassen TownCentre!Featuringupgraded hardwoodfloors, aspaciouskitchenwithgranitecountertops, s/sappliances, &alargeislandwithseatingforfour.1 parking, 1storage, &petswelcome!Idealforinvestorswithexcellent tenantsinplaceoraperfectspotforyoutocallhome!

2+ den |1|1164sqft 9178sqftlot |$1,569,000

Prime realestateopportunity!Perfectlysituatedneartown, this2-bedroomranchergraces aspacious,flat9178sq.ft.lot with70.57ftfrontage &129.98ftdepth.Boasting asunny eastern-exposedrearyard.Thesubdivisionpotentialwhen combinedwiththeneighboringproperty463853rd, resultsin atotalof18,225sqft &thepossibilityfor3-4lots. Auniqueand substantialopportunityforfuturedevelopment!

3| 1| 1221sqft

Unlock arealmofpossibilitieswiththisexceptional realestate gem!Nestledinanideallocationjuststepsfromtown,this 3-bedroomrancherstandsproudlyonanexpansive9,052sq. ft.flatlotwithaneasternexposure,featuringanimpressive 77-footfrontage &adepthof117.15feetMustbesoldwith 462853rdbothpropertiescombinedoffer atotalof18,225 sqftcreatingacanvasfor3-4lots.

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LikeNew! 4beds, 3.5baths,detachedgaragewithoffice space,beautifulrenovated, openconcept,custompooltableincluded!

$1,899,000

EDHOMEIN FA BULOUSLOCAT ION.HOMEFEATURES 5 BEDROOM,UPDAT EDGORMEYKITCHEN,UPDAT ED BATHROOMS,NEWER HIGHENDHARDWO ODFLOORINGANDBEAUTIFULFORMALLIVINGAND DININGROOMS.HOMEHASEXCELLENTFLOORPLANTHATO PENS TO ANOUTSTANDINGPRIVAT EYARDWITHPUTTINGGREENANDBEAUTIFUL L ANDSCAPING. DON’T MISSTHISGORGEOUSHOME!!!

Tsawwassenspringsgolfcourseisresortstylelivingatit’sfinest.Beautifulopen &bright 2bdrm& denwith 2fullbathroomsandlargeheateddeck. Thiscondohasspectacularviewsofgolfcourse andNorthShoremountainsfeaturing11’ceilings,gourmetkitchen,largeprimarybdrm,big walk inclosetandspa-likeensuite.Enjoytheendless180degreegolfcourse,NorthShoremountains andbeautifulsunsets. Thisunitcomeswith 2parkingspacesclosetoelivatortandbikeroom. WalkingdistancetoTsawwassen FitnessCentre, PatQuinn’sRestaurant,Nat’s,Coffee,Newman’s andTsawwassenMills.Don’tmissthisfabulouscondo.

Build yourdreamhomeonthebestviewlotinTsawwassenwith280degree view.ThispropertyisthemoststructurallyengineeredlotonTsawwassen’s WesternBluff.New B.C.higherdensitypolicieswillallow2units,biggersquare footage(3,000to3,500sqft)andDeltawillallowabasement.Deltahallwill prioritizealldevelopmentpermitsandarefullyinsupportofbuilding.Location isa10,viewis12andbestpricedpropertyontheMarket.

ROYALOAKS 2BEDROOM&DEN

2Bedroomsanddenongroundlevelinroyaloaks.Great developmentandlocation, walkingdistancetoallamenitiesand veryquietlocation. Thisunitwithitssizeandextraden rarely cometomarketsodon’tmiss your chanceto owninthisfabulous development. Thisniceunitisingoodconditionwithundated appliances.

$869,000

FABULOUSPENTHOUSEWITH 3BEDROOMS, 2FULL BATHROOMS,1188sq.ft.,CORNER UNITANDfootstepstoTsawwassenMillsshoppingdistrict!THISOpen &BrightSouthEastunit offershighqualityfinishing.Beautifulkitchenwithstainlesssteelappliances,quartzcountertops, undermountsink &oversizedislandforentertaining.9’ceilingsgive thiscondo WONDERFULspace ANDLIGHT.BEAUTIFULPRIMARYbedroomtuckeddownthehallwith walkthroughcloset& gorgeousensuitebath wdoublesinks.Bonusunderground 2parkingstalls &securedstoragelocker. THISComplexfeatures aGym &amenityroom.Easyaccess Freeway,Ferry &publictransit.Come experiencethelifestyleofSunnyTsawwassen!THESEPENTHOUSE’SRARELYCOME TO MARKET. CALLFORDETAILS.

“PILOT HOUSE”

Thelifestyle youhavebeensearching for! Aunique collectionof waterfrontresidences nestledbetween agolfcourseand ayachtclubwithdirectaccess to the16 km waterfront Millennium Trail.Thisspacious1350sq.ft.,3bedroom, 2bathroomsuiteisalsoa S/W exposed cornerunitwithstreetaccesslike atownhouse.2parkingspots&largestorage too! Countr yclublivingwith a12,000sq.ft. clubhouse.Trulyis ararefind!

TheCoast at TsawwassenShores!Spaciousopen concept 2bed,2bath &densuite. Approx.865sq.ft. Privatepatiowithdirec toutsideaccess… perfec tfordog walking.Steps to Tsawwassen Mills Mall,BCFerries,freeway access,golf,recreation &allamenities.Callnow!MLSR2945956.

FAIRWAYESTATES -bright &spacious 2bed 2bath1367sqftcondoindesirablecomplex &quietculdesac location!Greatfloorplanwithgenerousroomstofithousesizedfurniture -idealfordownsizing! WalktoquaintBG coffeeshops,towncentershops,restaurants,medicalcenter &transit.OPENSAT1-3 &SUN2-4.

Way, Tsawwassen •$979,000 SEASIDE -bright &spacious 4bed 3bath1636sqfttownhomeindesirablecomplexwithpool,gym &clubhouse! Greatopenplanwith 3bedsup &1down-idealguestroomorhomeoffice. Walkto TSprings, TMills,beach, boardwalk &transit.Idealfordownsizingfrom ahouseorupsizingfrom acondo!OPENSUN2-4.

105-6503 3Ave

$1,850,000

Thisstunningwater-viewhomeintheprestigiousMonterra gatedcommunityoffersa serene,turnkeylifestyle,justa 5-minutewalktoCentennialBeachandtheSouthlands.

108-136956Street,Tsawwassen

$518,000

1bedroomcondowithitsown privatesunnypatiojuststeps awayfromthetowncenter.

9667thStreetBoundaryBay

$2,395,00 NewerexecutiveHome3 minuteswalk totheBeach.

1511KirkwoodRoad,Tsawwassen

$1,269,000 PRIMELOCATIONBEACH

GROVEGEM –Exceptional Opportunity!

482ShannonWay,Tsawwassen

$1,699,000 Fullyrenovatedfamilyhomewith separateentrancein-lawsuite.

366AStreet,BoundaryBay

$1,450,000

NestlednexttoPointRobertsthisquiet propertyisa perfectlocationforinvestors, builders,orsmallfamily.

209-6505 3Ave

$1,899,000

WelcometoMonterra,a gated communityinBoundaryBay, tuckedawayon aquiet cul-de-sac.

309S 110056Street,RoyalOaks

$799,000 Spacious 2bedroompenthouse, inimmaculatecondition.

330 Tsawwassen,BeachRoad

$3,998,000

Panoramicoceanfrontproperty! 85FTwaterfrontage. Byappointmentonly.

$1,349,000

$1,799,000

4423 41BSTREET

Charming CountryHomeon aSpacious Lot. This beautifullymaintained10,740sq.ft.property features adelightful3-bedroom,1-bathroomhome withmodernupdatesandclassiccharm.Enjoya newmetal roof,afully renovatedkitchen, aclassic clawfoottub,andnewerwindows.Themainfloor includes 2bedroomsand apotential3rdbedroom orrec/playroomupstairs. Additionalhighlights area15x28detached workshop,gardenshed,and greenhouse. Outside,the fenced yard offersflower andveggiegardens, afirepit,andspacefora chicken coop.Justa20-minutewalkfromLadner Villageand stepsfromtheFraserRiverDyke, this property combinespeaceful countrylivingwith convenientaccess to amenities.

5533183A STREET

Welcome to ShannonHillsEstatesinCloverdale! This 2,737sq.ft.homeon a1/4 acreprivatelotincludes RV parking,a 24x30detachedshop,covereddeck, gazebo,water feature, andfruittrees. Themainfloor featuresspaciouslivinganddining rooms, afamily room,largekitchenwithgas range,eatingarea,full bath,andmud/laundry roomleading to thebackyard Upstairs,find alargeprimarybedroomwithensuite andwalk-incloset,plus 4additionalbedroomsand ahugebonus room. Twoseparateentrances to the secondfloor couldeasilycreate aprivatenanny suite. Thesidedriveway provideseasyaccess to the insulated,poweredshop.Upcomingupdatesinclude anewCloverdalehospital/cancercenter,KPU Tech Campus expansion,andtransitimprovements.

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)

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.

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

$1,699,800 -$1,799,800

3BEDROOMSAND2.5BATHROOMS •SPANNING OVER1,400SQ.FTOFMODERNLIVINGSPACEWITHLUXURIOUSFINISHESTHROUGHOUT •2CARGARAGESFORALLUNITS,SIDEBYSIDEAND TANDEMOPTIONS AVAILABLE

$2,699,900

114550BSTREET

•CUSTOMBUILTHOMEINTHEHEARTOFTSAWWASSEN •BOASTING4,500+SQ.FTOFLUXURYLIVINGSPACE

•6 BEDROOMS &6BATHROOMS

•LEGAL 2BEDROOMBASEMENTSUITE

•OFFERSBUILTINVACUUM,AC,HRV,HEATEDFLOORSANDCUSTOMLIGHTING •PRIVATELANDSCAPED YARDWITHHOTTUB &SPRINKLERSYSTEM

$1,799,900

•5BEDROOM 5BATHROOM

4903A53STREET

•2,614SQ.FTOPENCONCEPTLIVING

•DETACHED 1BEDROOM 1BATHROOMCOACHHOUSE

•CENTRALLOCATION,STEPS AWAYFROM LADNERVILLAGE

•PrimeLocation: 3.19-acreparcelon Westham Island,offering the tranquilityofcountrylivingjust10minutesfromurbanconveniences.

•CharmingHome: Features awell-maintained1,479sq.ft.3-bedroom rancher withspacious rooms throughout

• OutdoorFeatures: Includesa largegardenarea, astorageshed, andbeautifullylandscapedsurroundings.

• ExpansionPotential: DeltaMunicipalityallowsfor the constructionof a3,552sq.ft. home plusanadditional1,937sq.ft.dwelling,idealforextendedfamilies.

• UniqueLifestyle: Enjoy aspeciallifestyleclosetonaturewhile beingmomentsawayfrom the amenitiesofDelta.

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

• ZoningPotential: MunicipalitysuggestsRM 1orRM2zoningfor a four-storybuilding.

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

• NeighboringDevelopments: Fivelotsnextdoorarecurrentlyunder redevelopment

• CurrentUse: Family home suitablefor rental;sellerpreferslong-term rentback.

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

•HomeFeatures: Two-level home with 5bedrooms,a 6-year-oldroof, hardwood floors,and acomfortablefloorplanwith roomforin-lawsdownstairs.

•FuturePotential: Massivelotwithspaceforfuture developments, suchas ashop, duplex,orlargerseconddwelling;Deltapermitsupto 4unitsor8734sq.ft. maximumbuildingenvelope.

•DevelopmentOptions: Deltaisopentoconsidering alargerseconddwellingwith squarefootagepotentiallycomingoutof the main house.

•Convenience: Convenientlylocatedjust a15-minutewalktomostamenitiesintown

4774104THSTREET$5,990,000

•PrimeParcel: 20.25-acrepropertywithtwo homes andan8,400sq.ft.barn,located on aquietsectionof104thnearBoundaryBayand aprivateairstrip.

•DrivewayAccess: FuturedrivewayaccessoffHornbyDrive,suitableforlargetrucks.

•MainHome: A3,162sq.ft.4-bedroom rancher,builtin1972, renovatedin1987,with aroof replaced12yearsagoand a30-carcementdriveway

• SecondHome: A3-bedroom rancher,idealas afuturebuildingsite.

• Barn: Afirst-classfacilityusedforbreeding racehorses, with asteel roofand cladding,suitableforvariousfarminguseswithgoodnearbyirrigation.

Welcome to this fabulousupdated 2Bed 2Bath &Den TownhomelocatedinTsawwassen’s sought afterSundialComplex. Featuring 1400sq ft thishomeboasts aspacious,open-conceptdesign andmanyupdatesincluding abeautifullyremodeledkitchen, renovatedbathrooms,fresh flooring, customclosets,anewer roof,new siding,andnewerwindowswith wooden blinds.Positionedin aprimecornerlocation,theproper ty includes aprivate fullyfencedpatioideal forrelaxationand enter taining.Convenientlylocatedwithin walkingdistance torestaurants,shops,schoolsandmore! OpenHouse SaturdayJanuar y18& SundayJanuar y192-4pm. Contactme forall your RealEstateneeds! |www.michaelwawryk.com |604.910.7039

•LargeParcel: 17.34-acresquarepropertywithsubstantial roadfrontageand a roughed-in seconddrivewayentrance.

•CharmingHome: Cozy4-bedroomEnglishstyle home with a4-year-old roof, freshexterior paint,andnewcarpets.

•EquestrianFacilities: Includes a5-stallbarn, hay field,andspaciouspasture areapreviouslyusedasanequestrianfacility

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

•InvestmentPotential: Property has significantinvestmentpotentialwithfuture portexpansionplansandadjacencyto 2BCRailpropertiesnear the railway

ThisCape Cod-stylefamilyhomeislocatedclosetothe Southlands,FourWinds BeachHouse &Brewery,and L’Aromascoffeeshop,offeringcomfortandcharacterina peacefulbeachsidecommunity.Justa shortwalkfromthe beach,itfeatures 4bedrooms, 3bathrooms,anda functional layoutperfectforfamilyliving.Highlights includetwo fireplaces,a one-cargarage,anda versatileofficespace.The backyardbacksontoa greenbeltandprovidesa private retreatwitha newcustom-builtstorageshed.Embracethe BoundaryBaylifestyleinthisserene,family-friendly neighbourhood.

4bedrooms|3bathrooms 2308sqfthome |5000sqftlot

WelcometothiswonderfulfamilyhomeindesirablePebble Hill!Situatedon aover7700sqftsundrenchedlot,this2200 sqft 4bedroom 2bathroomhomeis aperfectlocationfor yourgrowingfamily.Just ashortwalktotransit,Diefenbaker park,andPebbleHillTraditionalElementary.Thishomehas beenincrediblywellmaintainedby itsoneandonly owner, since1969.

4bedrooms| 2 b 2283sqfthome

$1,948,000

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EastleighCresc

TheGeorgiais aqualitybuilt 4year-old apartmentlocatedinLangleycity,rentalsallowed &petfriendly.This2beds/2bathsplusinside storageunitfeature a9feetceiling,granite counters,A/Cinmasterbedroom,openconcept livingandqualityfinishingthroughout.Exercise Center,2ParkingstallsplusStoragelocker,plus amplestreetparking.Centrallocation,closeto KwantlenUniversity,shopping,restaurant,and futureSurreyLangleySkytrain.

#3011127BarclaySt. Vancouver

WelcometoBarclayCourt, ararely available freeholdconcretebuildingofferingthebestof downtown Vancouverliving. Thisbeautifully renovated829sq.ft.cornerunitfeatures 2bedrooms, 1bathroom,and afunctionallayout withnortheastexposure. Thehomeismove-in ready, makingitperfectforimmediateoccupancy oras afantasticinvestmentopportunity. Enjoy modernupgradesthroughout,alongwiththe convenienceofin-suitelaundry, secureparking, andastoragelocker.

3180Steveston Highway

Experienceluxuryand charminthiscustom executivehomeintheheartofStevestonVillage. Featuringvaultedceilingsandmassive windows,this beautifullydesignedresidenceisfilledwithnatural light. Withfourspaciousbedroomsandthreebaths, thehomeincludes astunningprimaryensuitewith skylightsand asoakertub. Thegourmetkitchen flowsintothefamilyroom,creating aperfectspace forentertaining,complemented by aseparateformal diningroom.Enjoylow-maintenancelandscaping andadetacheddoublegaragewithextrastorage. Thishomecombineseleganceandpracticalityin oneofSteveston’s mostdesirablelocations.

1648Spyglass

Crescent

YourIdeal FamilyHomeinImperialVillage!This beautifullymaintained4-bedroom,3-bathroom homeoffers over3,000sqftofbrightlivingspace. Thetraditionallayoutfeaturesallbedroomsanda spaciousgamesroomupstairs,including agrand primarysuitewith awalk-inclosetandsoaker tub.Enjoytheprivacy of afully-fencedbackyard backingontothehillsidewithmaturelandscaping. With a6yearoldroofandnewflooring,thishome ismove-inready. $1,688,000

$570,000

$3,399,000

$1,299,000

$1,499,000

#30620058 FraserHwy

DiscoverVarsityinthedesirable Willowbrook community! Thisbright2-bedroom,2-bathroom condofeaturesanopen-conceptlayoutwith oversizedwindows, amodernkitchenwith stainlesssteelappliances,granitecountertops, and agas range. Theprimarybedroomboasts awalk-inclosetandstylishensuite.Relaxon yourprivatebalconyoverlookinggreenspace, completewith agashookupfor yourBBQ. Locatedin asecure,pet-friendlygatedcomplex, it’sstepsfromtransit,shopping,and adog park.Comfortandconvenience awaitinthis sought-afterLangleylocation!

#600 –177756St

Welcometotheentire6th-floorpenthouseatNorthgate Office Tower,amodernandvibrant6-storyconcreteoffice buildingatthegateway toTsawwassen. Thisexceptional penthouseoffersnearly3,000sqftofpremiumofficespace, featuringexpansive viewsand alargepatio. Thespace boasts10-footceilingsandlargewindows,fillingthearea withnaturallightandcreating abright,openatmosphere. Themoderndesignincludes aspaciousmainofficearea,a separatereceptionspace,and aprivatesuite,withflexible layoutoptionstoaccommodate variousbusinessneeds. Additionally,thepropertyofferssevendesignatedparking stalls,lowmaintenancefees,andamplevisitorparkingboth above andbelowground.If you’relookingforthefinestoffice spaceinSouthDelta,thisisit.

585716th Ave

CharmingBeachGrove RancherinSunny Tsawwassen.Centrallylocatedandonly afew blockstotheBeach,BeachGrove Elementary School,shopping,recreationcenter,transitand golfcourse. 2bedroom/2bathroomwithnewer roof,furnace,andhot waterondemand.Large, coveredpatioandpowered workshopoutback. GreatStarterhomeorbuild yourdreamhome. (6140sqftlot55.77ftx 110ft)providesflexible developmentoptions.

11031RiverRoad

Experienceserenelivingon1.58acreswiththisbeautiful 4-bedroom,2-bathhome.Boasting13,000sqftofflat,usable space,thispropertyoffersendlesspotential. Thehomefeatures awalkoutbasementwith afullyequippedkitchenboth upstairsanddown.Upstairs,find 2bedrooms, 1bath,and anupdatedkitchenandflooring.Downstairs,twogenerously sizedbedroomsprovideamplespace.Enjoystunningviews ofthe FraserRiverandcityfromthelarge,covereddeck, overlooking avastgreenspaceand ravine. Featuringan updatedroof,HWtank,furnace,and AC,thishomehasbeen meticulouslymaintained.Anenclosedcarport,currentlyset upas aworkshop,caneasilybeconvertedinto agarage, addingfurtherflexibilitytothisproperty.Idealformultigenerationallivingorinvestment!

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TRIGARDI,MichaelPeter

InlovingmemoryofMichaelPeterTrigardi,who passedawayatDeltaHospitalonJanuary3,2025, after abriefbattlewithpancreaticcancer.Hewas 78.

Heispredeceasedbyhisparents,MichaelLouis Trigardi(1995)andMayTrigardi(2009,néeVertolli). HeissurvivedbyhischildrenMichelle(John)and Christopher(Alanna);hisgrandchildrenAlex, Presley,HalleandBrooke;brotherJohn(Anne); niecesJenniferandKathy;UncleGordVertolliand otherextendedfamilyinBCandOntario;andmany friendsaroundtheworld.

MikewasborninTorontobutmovedtotheWest Coastwithhisfamilyas ateenagerin1961.He enjoyed alongandverysuccessfulcareerin managementatBCHydro,eventuallyretiringafter 40yearsin2007.WhileMikewasveryfortunateto travelaroundtheworldtovisitplaceslikeAlaska, China,EuropeandAustralia,thereisnoquestion hisfavouriteplacestogowereTheMirageandThe BellagioinLasVegas,oftenwithbestfriendColin Campbellbyhisside.

"GrandpaMike"wasgenerousto afault,andhe alwayswentaboveandbeyondtoensurehis childrenandgrandchildrenknewtheycouldcount onhiskindnessandsupportnomatterwhatlife mightthrowtheirway.Visitswiththegrandkids ofteninvolvedanabundanceofchocolateTimbits, lunchesatWhiteSpot,ordinnersatPatQuinn’s Restaurant,buthiswarmhugsontheyearly TsawwassenChristmastreetourarewhatwillbe rememberedmostofall.

Thoughwemisshimtremendously,weareso gratefulforthetimethatwehadtogether.Hehas enrichedallofourlivesinsomanyways.Weare comfortedbytheglimpsesweseeofhiminhis beautifulgrandchildren, becauseitmeansheisstill withusinhisownspecialway.Thankyou,Dad,for everything.

Weareverythankfulforthecareandcompassion fromthenursesanddoctorsatDeltaHospitalwho lookedafterourDadduringhisillness.Inlieuof flowers,werespectfullyaskyoutoconsider donatinginMike’snametotheBCCancer Foundation.

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RIDGWAY,AllanMurray

July22,1953 −January8,2025

Itiswithheavyheartsweannouncethepassingof Allan(Al)MurrayRidgwayfollowing ahard−fought battlewithcancer.

BorninTorontotoparentsMurrayandJane,heis survivedbyhiswifeof20years,Olwen;brother Scott(Laura);sonJosh(Debbie);daughterKadie (Jorel);daughterKim(Adrian);daughterLeah (Tyler);alongwithgrandchildrenKya,Colton,Odin, DrewandCash.

Hewas acaring,hardworking,honestand trustworthypersonwholovedhisfamily,friends andcommunitydearly.Healsoreceivedthatlove andrespectinreturn.

Al’scareerspannedover50yearsinthe transportationindustry −over40yearsintheairline businessasanexecutivemanagingtheAsiaPacific regionswithCPAirandCanadianAirlines,later runninghisownbusinessandservingasDirectorof CargoBusinessDevelopmentforPrinceGeorge AirportAuthority.

Alwasalso agreatsupporterofthecommunity −in earlieryears,withhisinvolvementincoaching youthsports,inaddition,hecontributedtomany communityinitiatives.

AmemberofLegionBranch#61,heservedonthe executiveformanyyears, 7ofthoseyearsas PresidentandwasawardedhisLifemembership forhisservicetotheLegion.

Inhis"retirement,"heworkedas atravelagent, marriagecommissionerandgolfcoursemarshal. Healsofoundtimetotravelandwasanavidgolfer.

Manythankstoallwhocaredforhim,especiallythe FraserHealthHomeCareNursesandstaffofIrene ThomasHospice.

CelebrationofLifeonSaturday, February1st @1:30pmatPatQuinn’s, TsawwassenSpringsGolfCourse

Inlieuofflowers,donationscanbe madetotheHeronHospiceSocietyor acharityofyourchoiceinAl’smemory.

KITCHING,LaurencePatrick Anthony May1,1937 -December23,2024

Itiswith deep sadness thatweannouncethe passingofLaurence Kitching,lovinghusband, father andgrandfather.Weloveandmissyou.A celebrationoflifewillbe held at1:00PMonJanuary 18thatStPeter’s EstonianLutheran Church6520 OakSt. Vancouver,BC

BOPP,EdwardW.

October17,1930 −December30,2024

Itiswithprofoundsadnessweannouncethe passingofEd.BorninGermany,hebecamea proudCanadianin1962.Survivedbyhiswife, Angela;daughters,Patricia(Ross),Linda(Joe),and Karen(Mark);sixgranddaughters;andbrother, Peter.Ed’scareerwasintelecommunications, whereheretiredasManagerofStrategicPlanning forBCTel.

EdandAngelatravelledandlivedinEuropewith theirdaughters,thensettledwiththeirfamilyin NorthVancouverbeforeretiringtoTsawwassen.In retirement,heandAngelalovedtotravelintheir RoadRunnermotorhome.Edwasalso aprolific writer,frequentlypenninglettersthatwere publishedinnewspaperslocallyandacross Canada.

AcelebrationofhislifeisonFebruary01,2pm attheDeltaFuneralHome.Inlieuofflowers, donationsmaybemadeto acharityofyourchoice.

BULLEN,TimothyEdwardCharles September19,1973 −December17,2024 TimBullen,51,ofVictoria,BC,passedaway suddenlyonDecember17,2024,inLadner,BC, whileworkingonhisdreamhome. Timwaspredeceasedbyhisfather,LesterBullen, andissurvivedbyhiswifeof24years,NicoleBullen (néeBader)ofLadner;histwocherished daughters,ClaireandPaige,ofwhomhewas endlesslyproud;hisdevotedmother,Beverly Bullen;hisbrother,Ian,andsister−in−law,Elizabeth. Timwasknownforhislarger−than−lifepersonality andenjoyedbringinglaughtertothosearoundhim. Mostofall,helovedthetimespentwithhisfamily, especiallyonthewater.Whethercruisingaround localislands,vacationingonHornbyIsland,or embarkingonunforgettabletripstoNewYork, California,andEurope,Timlivedforcreating memorieswithhislovedones.

Atalentedbuilderandcontractor,Timhadaneye fordetailandtookimmenseprideinhiswork.Over theyears,heworkedonnumeroushomesand multi−familydevelopmentsacrosstheLower MainlandandWhistler,leavingbehind alegacyof craftsmanshipanddedication.

Timhad aheartofgoldand azestforlifethatwill bedeeplymissedbyallwhoknewhim.Whilewe grievehisloss,wefindcomfortinknowinghecan restpeacefully.

AcelebrationofTim’slifewillbeheldinFebruary.In lieuofflowers,donationsmaybemadetothe HeartandStrokeFoundationinhishonour.

AsTimoftensaidwith asmile, "Don’tpickup awoodennickel!"

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CAMERON,MalcolmPaul (1959 -2024)

MalcolmPaulCameron,65,ofLadner,BritishColumbia,passedawayintheearly hoursofDecember11,2024,withSandybyhis side.Malcolmwas receiving palliativecareinthefinalstagesofearly-onsetAlzheimer’s,whichhewrestled withbravely,honestly,andhumanlyfor overa decade. Hewaspreceded indeath byhisbrother Stuart,andparents DonaldandPhyllis.Heissurvived byhiswife Sandy,hischildrenMacKenzieandBrayden, hisbrother Donald,andmany extendedfamilymembers.

HewasbornonAugust17,1959,in Weston,Ontario. From anearlyage, Malcolm had aloveforlivingthings,whether that behisbelovedhorse, aplethoraoffamily dogs,or“theoutdoors.”Malcolmwasdrawn earlytomusicand theatre and beganavidlypursuingpianoat ayoungage. He carried thispassionforpiano throughtheyears,leadingworshipatchurch, Trinity WesternUniversity (TWU) chapel,andlong-term care settings,andfillinghishomeand manyothers withhis music.Formany, Malcolmwillalwaysberemembered atthepiano.

Malcolm earned bothhisUndergraduateandMasterofReligiousEducation degreesfromGrandRapidsBaptistCollege/Seminary.He earned hissecondMA inBiblicalCounselling fromGraceSeminary.Hewent ontopursue athirdMAin CounsellingPsychologyatUBCandlater earned hisPhDinCounselling PsychologyfromUBC.OrdainedwithFellowshipBaptistofCanadaandlater with theMissionaryAlliance, Malcolmserved asa youthpastoratWestParkBapt st ChurchinLondon,ON,beforebeingcalledtoserve asCampusPastoratTWU, Langley,BC.HewasAssociatePastorofFamilyandCounsellingMinistries at SouthDeltaBaptistChurch(SDBC)inTsawwassen,BC.Soonafterleaving SDBC, hewascalled to establishthePeace PortalCounsellingCentreat Peace Portal AllianceChurch.Spiritualcareandcounsellingwereattheheartofhisvocational life;hisdesiretoconnectmeaningfullyanddeeplywithothers wasmanifestinthe workhedidfaithfullythroughouthis life.Ifyou hadthe privilege ofknowing Malcolm,youfeltseen, heard, valued,and encouraged. Itwashisgift.

Malcolm’sfamilyimbuedhislifewith meaning,andhewasquicktotalkabouthis wifeand children with anyoneinterested. He met Sandy(Lundberg)when they worked atTWU,andthey weremarried in1991.MalcolmandSandy were ateam nalltheirendeavours,navigatinglifewithhumour,hospitality, grit,and faith MalcolmandSandywelcomed their children MacKenzieandBrayden in1994and 1996.Being afathertoMacKenzieandBrayden wasMalcolm’sgreatestjoy.His hallmarkquestiontothem was:“DoyouknowwhatIloveaboutyou?”His answer:“Everything!”

Malcolmwas alover oftheoutdoors. Adistance runner and skier formostofhis adultlife, hespentmanyhours joggingthebackroadsorbreezingdownthe slopesofthelocalmountains.Heled familyandfriendsinanawareness and fundraising RunforAlzheimer’sonthedike inSouthDeltain2021.Therun featured hisaffirmationofcharacteristichopeandassuranceforwhoever he cametoknow:“Justbeyou,becauseyou’re agoodyou.”

Malcolmwillberemembered fondlyforhiscurious,generous, courageous openness topeopleandtotheadventureoflife. He lived outhis deeply-held Christianfaithwithconvictionandcommitment to personalgrowthandbuilding community.

The celebrationoflifewill beheld onJanuary25,2025, at1:00p.m.atSouth Delta BaptistChurch.Thefamilywouldlovetoreceive cardsinwhichyoushare a favouritememoryortheimpactofMalcolmonyourlife.Pleasedresscolourfully Malcolmwouldloveit!

Our belove dJ oanwasan adoptee,chosen by her adoptive parents Thomas &E lsieScottatthe age18months.In herearly 40’s,Joanwasableto learn muchofboth her birth mother &b irth father, but they hadboth passed away before shecould meetthem.

JoangrewupinDunbar,graduatingfromLordByng HighSchool.Shewasawardedherschoolletter (“B”forByng)inrecognitionofheracademicand athleticperformance.Whilestillinhighschool,she workedpart-timein Woodward’sandbegansome modellingfortheirteen-wear.Later,sheworkedas astenographerforForestIndustrialRelationsand BritishAmericanOil,joinedtheWRENs(Women’s RoyalNavyReserve)andthenwashiredby CanadianPacificAirLinesas aStewardess(Flight Attendant).Itwasinthatcapacitythatshemetand intriguedthemanwhowouldlaterbecomeher husband,Marty Vanstone.TheyweremarriedinSt. Phillip’sAnglicanChurchonOctober25th,1957.

Theirearly life began in aKerrisdaleapartment butwhenitbecameapparent thatitwouldsoon betoosmall,theymovedinto athree-bedroom bungalowinRichmond.GregoryMartinwasborn onSeptember 20,1958. Youcanblamethat on adelayedflight. Theymoved totheyoung communityof Tsawwassen in1960wherethey had a modifieda post-and-beam design builtand soon moved into their firstreal home.Leanne Ellen wasbornon February 15,1961.Despite agrowing family,Joanfoundtimetore-engagehermodelling &flight attendantcareers part time.Theylived on Underhill Drivefor 8years, untilthehealthofJoan’s parents,then livinginKerrisdale,drew theminto Vancouvertobenearer.Scott Bryden wasbornon November 1,1966,just afewmonths beforetheir moveinto Vancouver.

AtriptoEnglandtovisitwithcousins fromthe Vanstoneside,inspiredJoantobeginsearching forherownbirthfamily.Shewasvery concerned withherlackofmedicalhistory,bothforherselfand thatofherchildren.Thatsearchbeganwith avisit toProvincialrecordsinVictoriawheresheraninto insensitiveandstubbornbureaucracy.Oneremark from atypicalbureaucrat,“Oh,you’reoneofthose”, soincensedherthatshewasdeterminedtodo everythingshecouldtochangethesystemthat wasthenthoroughlysteepedinsecrecyasregards everythingtodowithadoption.

In1976Joanbegan“ParentFinders”as abasefor lobbyinggovernmentagenciestoimproveaccess tobirthrecords &toassistadultadopteesintheir searches.Forthenext34years,Joanworked tirelesslyasfull-timevolunteer,counsellingadult adopteesandbirthparents,facilitatingsearches andenabling3500reunions.Underherleadership, ParentFindersgrewCanada-widewithbranches

ineachprovince,becoming“ParentFindersof Canada”with areunionregistrydatabaseofover 62,000records.Sheoncesaid“Iwillcontinue thisworkuntilIamnolongerneeded”.Overtime, throughtheeffortsofJoanandParentFindersof Canada,provinciallegislationsacrossCanada changedtheirpoliciesastoaccesstobirthrecords foradultadopteesandbegantheirownreunion registries,leavingJoansatisfiedthatshehadindeed workedherselfoutof ajob.

In2012,Joan’sworkwas recognizedbythe awardingof aQueenElizabeth’sDiamondJubilee Medalforherworkanddedicationtotherightsof adoptees.

Throughouttheir67-yearmarriage,Joan &Marty enjoyedtravellingtheworldextensivelyforleisure andforMarty’srepresentationofhisprofessional associations,theCanadianAirLinePilots Association &theInternationalFederationofAir LinePilotsAssociations,makingmanyinternational friends.Afterallthoseyears,Joanwasalsoready forretirementand,intheircase,thattooktheform ofwinteringinCalifornia.In2008,theyboughta smallhomein agatedcommunityinIndioCA,just eastof PalmSprings.For14yearstheyescapedthe rigoursof aBCwintersandenjoyedthecomfortsof thedryandmuchwarmerCoachella Valley,often lawnbowling 3mornings aweek.TheirSunCity ShadowHillshome(CasaDulce)wasverymuch theirHappyPlace!

After averyproductive,full &activelife,Joan’s medicalwoesbegantoaccumulatethrough 2023 &2024,leadingtohergradualdecline.Joan passedawayinDeltaHospitalonOctober26thwith familyatherside,onedayaftertheir67thwedding anniversary.Joanwasadamantthatheragenotbe disclosedbutasyoucansee,shewasover39. Joanwasanoutgoing,stylish &determinedlady with afeistyspiritattributedtoherIrishroots.That spiritandthememoryoftheflashingeyesthat camewithit,willresoundwithinthefamilyformany yearstocome.Sheleavesbehindherlovingand devotedhusband,Marty;threechildren,Gregory (Irene),Leanne(GarthAlbright)andScott(Diana); fivegrandchildren,Kevin Vanstone,MichaelLionello, Jaclyn Vanstone-Klaus(Friedrick),ScottLionello &ChristinaLionello;Great-Grand-son,Maximillion Vanstone-Klaus;Step-Grandson,Hristiyan Stoyanov(Mai), &theirson,DarinStoyanov.

We are allverygratefulfor Joan-she willalwaysbe inourthoughts&foreverinourhearts.

ACelebrationofJoan’sLifewillbeheldinthe Clubhouseat TsawwassenSpringsat5133Springs BlvdonSunday,January19that2:00pm.

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VA NSTONE,JoanEleanor(ne eS cott)

GREENWAY,William(Bill)John December16,1938 −December21,2024 BornDecember16,1938,William(Bill)Greenway passedawaypeacefullyonDecember21,2024at age86.

Billissurvivedbyhislovingwife,JaniceGreenway; stepchildren,Susan(Gavin)MortonandRob (Sarah)Rosser;hischildren,JillEvans,Bill(Deb) GreenwayandRobin(Steve)Lacombe;andhis formerwife,CarolGreenway.

Billwas amostlovingandfun−filledGrandpato thirteengrandchildrenandfivegreat− grandchildren.Theywouldbeentertainedby Grandpa’swonderfulstoriesandsongshesang whileplayinghisguitar.Hewas abornentertainer andsharedhismusicaltalenteithersoloorwith othermusicalfriendsatvariousfunctions,etc.

Billwasalso averygoodgolfer.Hisnameisona fewplaquesattheGolfcourseinDeepRiver, Ontario,wherehewasclubchampionand avery well−knownmember.

RespectingBill’swishes, acremationwilltake place,then acelebrationoflifewillbeheldat alater date.Aspartofthecelebration,Billwillbelaidto restattheDeepRiverCemeteryinDeepRiver,ON.

IRELAND,Rainseford TerrencePatrick November30.1945toDecember29.2024

Itiswithgreatsadnessthatwe announcethe passingofourdearfriend,Patrickon Sunday, December29,2024,attheageof79.

Heispredeceasedbyhisfather,Rainseford,his lovingwife,Caroleandhismotheranddearest friend,Mavis.

Patrickgrewupontheeastsideof Vancouver, withfondmemoriesofhisyouthandattending KillarneyHighSchool.Patrickwasknownforhis senseofhumour,loveofchildren,animals,andhis enormousgenerosity

PatrickandCarolesettledintoNorthDeltafor16 yearswheretheywereinvolvedwith theNorth DeltaFootballAssoc.Patrickwasalsothepast presidentoftheNorthDeltaLionsClub.Patrickand Caroleoperated Tiffany’sFashionsinthe70’sand 80’s.

Laterinlife,Patrickwasable topursuehispassion forgolfandwas amemberoftheKing’sLinksby theSea.

Patrickissurvivedbyhismanyfriendswhowill rememberhimfondlyandoften. AMemorial servicetofollowinthespring.

ZITSCHER,Axel

July3,1939 −January5,2025

After along,hardbattlewithcancer,Axeldiedwith hiswifeof61yearsbyhisside.Axelwas abeloved husbandtoGisela;FathertoHelen(TedInman), Susan(DaveKnight),Karen(PhilGreenan),and Christine(DrewMatthews);OpatoStephanie, Thomas,Joseph,Megan,Sarah,Benjamin, JacksonandFaith;andGreat−OpatoJaceand Tessa.

Axelwas aproudGermanCanadianbusiness ownerwhoimmigratedtoCanadafromBerlinin 1963.Hewasanavidtravellerwhovisitedover150 countries.Hisbestlifewaslivedoncruiseships, dancingwithGisela,visitinghisdaughtersin CalgaryandArmstong,eatinghiswife’swonderful cooking,swimming,playingSkatwithhisGerman buddiesandspendingtimewiththeentirefamilyin WhistlerandtheShuswap.

Thefamilywouldliketoextendourthankstothe staffattheIreneThomasHospicefortheir dedicatedcareinthelastdaysofhislife.

Axel,Dad,Opa,GreatOpa,wewishyoupeaceful travelsonyournextgrandadventure.

AservicewillbeheldonFriday,January31st, at2:00pmattheBenedictionLutheran Church,55756thAve.,Tsawwassen.

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GALLAGER,CliveCharlesGallagher

August29,1931 -December4,2024

Itiswithheavyheartsthatweannouncethe passingofourfather,grandfather,brother, brother-in-law,anduncle.Surroundedbyhisloving family, Clivepassedawaypeacefullyafter ashort battlewithcancer.Heispredeceasedbyhisloving wifeBevof58yearsandsurvivedbydaughters Tracy(Ed),Janice(Mike), grandchildren,Scott, Amandaand Richard,brother Trevor,brother-inlawRick(Heidi)plusmanyniecesandnephews.

ClivewasborninBhusawal,Maharashtra,Indiaand wastheeldestof 4children.Whileinhisteens,the familyrelocatedtoPerth,Australiaandat25,he andaclosefriendembarkedonanoverseas adventuretoCanada.

Ashorttimelater,hemetandfellinlovewithhis futurewifeBevandtheymovedtoRichmond. Theyraisedtheirtwodaughterswithendlesslove, supportandencouragement.Headoredhis grandchildren,attendingtheirsporting,schooland communityeventsandcaringforthemwhiletheir parentsworked.Heenjoyedplayingmahjongwith familyandfriendsandwasanavidBCLionsfan, followingthemfaithfully

AfterretiringfromCanadianAirlinesin1994,heand BevmovedtoSurreyandthenLadnertobecloser tofamily

Determinedtobeasindependentaspossible,he livedinhishome,withsupport,untilhewasmoved tohospiceinhisfinaldays. We willmisshiswitty one-liners,steadfastsupport,caringnatureand longconversationsaboutanythingandeverything. YouwillbeforeverinourheartsDad,restinpeace. ThankstothestaffattheIreneThomasHospice fortheirdedicatedcareinthelastdaysofhislife. A CelebrationofLifewillbeheldonSunday, February 9,2025,at2:00attheLadnerUnitedChurch

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