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The finishing touches are now being put on the South Fraser Perimeter Road, the billion-dollar link between Deltaport Way and Highway 1.

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Not quite ready to roll No firm date yet, but South Fraser Perimeter Road still slated to open by end of year BY

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The South Fraser Perimeter Road is set to open in a matter of weeks. Construction on the billiondollar highway that will change the face of South Delta is in its final phases with a full opening still expected by the end of the year. “We’ll definitely be finished before the end of the year and in terms of jobs happening, there’s an awful lot of paving going on

right now,” said the Gateway Program’s Geoff Freer, the project manager for the SFPR. “The majority of it is done but there’s still some to do over the next few weeks. We’re painting lines, putting out safety barriers, finishing one or two bridge decks and wrapping up things.” The 40-kilometre, four-lane, 80 km/h route along the south side of the Fraser River will stretch from Deltaport Way in southwest Delta to 176th Street (Highway 15) in Surrey. It will include connections to highways 1, 15,

17, 91, 99 and the Golden Ears Bridge. “You’ll be able to drive from the ferry to Highway 1 in Surrey in less than 30 minutes, or if you’re coming home from Delta from the Interior, you’ll be able to come from Highway 1 in Surrey on SFPR all the way to Delta in less than 30 minutes. No more rat running,” Freer said. The SFPR has already been officially titled as Highway 17 while the current Highway 17 in South Delta has been renamed Highway 17A.

Residents of Tsawwassen, as well as those departing the ferry terminal, will have two choices to access the George Massey Tunnel, either by using Highway 17A or a “slightly longer but quicker route” via the new highway. Those heading south through the tunnel headed for Tsawwassen or the ferries will be able to take an off-ramp onto SFPR. “The other thing people will See HIGHWAY page 3

The Tsawwassen First Nation hasn’t been named in an initial list of sites for a waste-to-energy incinerator, but that doesn’t mean it’s out of the running. At Metro Vancouver’s Zero Waste Committee meeting on Thursday, some of the shortlisted candidates hoping to build a regional incinerator were made public, a list that doesn’t include the TFN but does feature another Delta site. Long reported as having a 12hectare (30-acre) property within its industrial lands designated as “energy” for a potential wasteto-energy plant, the TFN until recently appeared to be one of the contending locations, possibly one of the favourites. Aquilini Renewable Energy, owned by Vancouver Canucks owner Francesco Aquilini, is part of the privately held Aquilini Investment Group that had partnered with the TFN on the proposal. This summer, the Aquilini company made the region’s shortlist to handle up to 370,000 tonnes of residual waste annually. It was among nine private sector proponents with 10 proposals making that first cut. The exact location of that Aquilini proposal, as well as the other short-listed companies, wasn’t revealed, although the TFN’s dealing with the Aquilini See BURNER page 6

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Holdouts who are refusing B.C. Hydro’s installation of a smart meter at their homes have until Monday to enter an opt-out program. B.C. Hydro says customers can keep their analog meters for a surcharge, an option opponents argue is unnecessary and is nothing more than a form of intimidation. There’s also the alternative of having a smart meter that doesn’t transmit information, which comes with both setup and monthly operating fees. “We want to educate the public what they can do because it’s not over,” said Tsawwassen resident Heather Colls. Also an organizer of Mothers Against Power Poles, the group that fought the installation of higher voltage transmission lines in Tsawwassen, Colls has been leading the charge locally, working with Citizens for Safe Technology, which has collected a 30,000-name petition of holdouts. Colls said there are at least 60,000 smart meter holdouts in the province. Still using an analog meter, Colls said she has good reason to be concerned about the health risks from the radio waves of the devices. Colls, who has a sign on her front door notifying B.C. Hydro crews they don’t have permission to

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install a smart meter, is angered by a letter that states she has the option to keep her old meter, but at a cost of $35 monthly on top of the regular bill. The B.C. Utilities Commission approved the fees on an interim basis only. Colls hopes the regulator will ask tough questions to get a detailed explanation justifying the extra charges. Colls is also part of a class action lawsuit against the program, which survived previous challenges at the utilities commission and

HIGHWAY from page 1 really notice is all of the landfill truck traffic from Vancouver will stay on (Highway) 99 and go down to South Fraser Perimeter Road, and they will have an off ramp at SFPR to basically access the landfill. You won’t have 400,000 trucks a year for the landfill going though that Highway 17A/99 interchange by the (Delta) Town & Country

(Inn),” Freer said. Meanwhile, another change is set to occur for those northbound on Highway 99 that want to make their way onto River Road or into Ladner. Several weeks ago, the Highway 17/River Road exit (Exit 28) was relocated to a temporary spot further south due to SFPR construction. WIPER SPECIAL $13.99 ea

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Heather Colls is upset that B.C. Hydro wants to charge her $35 a month to keep her analog meter. B.C. Court of Appeal. She hopes to get the word out for other holdouts to join as well, saying they shouldn’t be made to feel bullied by the Crown corporation. The class action application, which still must be approved by a judge, includes only B.C. Hydro residential customers. Citizens for Safe Technology last week announced it filed for an expanded class action lawsuit to add commercial account holders. Two years ago, the public utility started its rollout

of the $930 million Smart Meter Program, aimed at replacing all meters at homes and businesses. The new digital meters capture and record the amount of power consumed or produced, transmitting that information several times a day. The program, however, has been mired in controversy. Maria Plant, another local holdout, said several residents in her townhouse complex that had initially resisted surrendered after receiving notifications let-

The exit for River Road/ Highway 17A will once again be relocated to a new, final location further south on Highway 99. The most obvious benefit of the new exit will be that drivers who don’t want to go through the George Massey Tunnel won’t be stuck in the frequent traffic jams on Highway 99. The first phase of SFPR through Surrey opened a few months ago and it will link to the final phase

through Delta next month to complete the project. At a news conference this summer marking the near completion, provincial Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Todd Stone said the route will make communities safer by removing commercial trucks from residential roads, as well as cut commute times for families traveling round trip from Delta to Highway 1 in Langley by an hour a day.

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ters from B.C. Hydro. She said the families simply couldn’t afford the extra fees. “So eight of them caved and those meters were installed 20 feet from my townhouse, and I’m extremely electrically sensitive. I get stabbing pains in my ears now at night. The bullying tactic worked,” Plant said. According to B.C. Hydro, the program will result in savings and efficiencies from reduced wasted electricity, reduced electricity theft and operating efficiencies that will help to keep B.C. rates among the lowest in North America. B.C. Hydro says research has shown that knowing how you use energy can help you conserve up to 15 per cent, saving money on your bill. * Citizens for Safe Technology and Mothers Against Power Poles are hosting a documentary called Take Back Your Power by filmmaker Josh del Sol at the Tsawwassen Arts Centre this Friday evening. Heather Colls says the film will have important information about smart meters as well as what the public can do about it. Doors open at 6:45 p.m. and the film starts at 7 p.m. Admission is by donation. For more information call 604-943-9437.

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Mayor Lois Jackson called the SFPR a “mighty project,” saying it will be a benefit to Delta residents by alleviating traffic congestion through the Highway 99 corridor and Tilbury industrial areas. For more information about the South Fraser Perimeter Road, including the various road closures and other traffic advisories, check out the project’s website at www.sfprconstruction.ca.

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was recognized after he worked tirelessly to free and resuscitate a motorist from a vehicle that had rolled into a water-filled ditch. “There are inherent risks that are involved with police work and we can never really be certain what dangers or challenges loom around the next corner,” said Chief Jim Cessford, who was on hand as the two officers received their awards last Thursday. “Const. Mah and Const. Smith went above and beyond the call of duty in the best interests of policing and public safety, and that their dedication and service

was recognized at this level is a testament to their commitment to their work and community. I am proud of all of our Delta police members and the job they do each and every day to keep our community safe.” Lt.-Gov. Judith Guichon and Attorney General and Minister of Justice Suzanne Anton presented the awards. The honourees were selected by a committee of representatives from the B.C. Association of Chiefs of Police and the Ministry of Justice. Both officers received departmental commendations earlier this year.

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Delta council will wait two weeks before considering a motion to request a comprehensive health assessment of the Fraser Surrey Docks coal terminal proposal and all coal facilities in the region. Coun. Bruce McDonald issued a notice of motion at a packed council meeting Monday night. About 130 attended the meeting at Kennedy Seniors Recreation Centre in North Delta, where Jeff Scott, president and chief executive officer of Fraser Surrey Docks, presented the findings of an environmental impact assessment. Fraser Surrey Docks has submitted an application to Port Metro Vancouver to handle coal for export to Asia. The port wants to develop part of its 63-hectare site on the south side of the Fraser River to transfer coal brought in by rail from Wyoming. It would be loaded directly onto barges and towed by tug to Texada Island, where it would be transferred into storage to wait for ocean-going freighters. Before the regular meeting started, Paula Williams, co-founder of Communities and Coal, a group opposing the proposal, used the question period to ask civic politicians to oppose the project or request that Port Metro Vancouver complete a comprehensive health assessment. “Why should support be given when potential impacts to Delta residents, and others, are not included,” she said, which garnered a standing ovation from many in the crowd. Acting chief administrative officer Ken Kuntz said Delta staff is currently gathering information on the environmental impact assessment, which was made public on Nov. 18, and expects to have a report to council in early December. Scott presented an overview of the hefty document, which was undertaken for Fraser Surrey Docks by SNC Lavalin. While Fraser Surrey Docks was not legally required to carry out an environmental impact assessment, the port authority requested it to ensure the proposal wouldn’t have any significant environmental impacts. The company has also made some changes to

mitigate the potential for coal dust migration into surrounding communities. Scott said the terminal will not stockpile any coal onsite. As well, the

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Scott said Fraser Surrey Docks would also apply a third coat of dust suppression material on to the coal before it’s loaded on to barges.

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Residents displaced after Sundial electrical issue Residents of a Tsawwassen housing complex were out of their homes for several days after an electrical issue late last week. The Corporation of Delta set up a reception centre at the South Delta Recreation Centre for affected residents last Thursday. Acting chief administrative officer Ken Kuntz said the municipality worked with the province to help find alternative accommodations for residents of the 84-unit Sundial com-

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energy company was well reported. The region has now made public the locations of four communities that have been secured for a potential plant. The Aquilini company is on that list, however, its proposal is now for a facility at the Squamish Nation at Port Mellon, not the TFN. That doesn’t necessarily mean the TFN has dropped out as a potential location because Metro Vancouver says its parallel process also identified six additional locations for an incinerator, but those sites won’t be made public for now. TFN CEO Tom McCarthy told the Optimist his First Nation is no longer dealing with Aquilini Renewable Energy on an incinerator proposal. McCarthy, however, couldn’t comment if the TFN was still on Metro’s secret list of six sites or whether it is negotiating with another energy firm. “TFN remains interested in Metro Vancouver’s wasteto-energy process, but we have not yet made any final

decision on our participation in the process,” he stated. McCarthy also said he wanted to clarify that the site set aside for a potential incinerator at his First Nation was approved as a potential use in a land use plan only, so any formal designation for such a facility would still require rezoning and approval by members. He noted all of the First Nation’s industrial lands are currently zoned for light industrial use, such as warehouse logistics. A TFN incinerator, at first glance, appears to have many factors going for it, including its location within the region, its proximity to the highway network and a potentially less contentious approval process. It would have to compete with a separate proposal in Delta that made the shortlist named Thursday. That proposal comes from Lehigh Cement on River Road, which has two potential locations for an incinerator in the Tilbury area. The other proposals made public are sites in

complex’s electrical room, a B.C. Hydro spokesperson said. She said B.C. Hydro was alerted to the problem and cut the power to the building. The building is responsible for fixing the problem, she said, and Hydro is ready to restore power once the repairs are complete. A resident of the complex told the Optimist some returned to their units by Sunday while others were expected to get back in yesterday.

Vancouver and Nanaimo. Most of the proposals on the initial shortlist are for mass-burn facilities. The other proposed technologies include gasification and refuse-derived fuel. The Zero Waste Committee was told that staff has not yet verified whether the sites are viable for a waste-to-energy incinerator, but will report back in early 2014. All the sites will then be made public. Sites will be evaluated based on environmental, social, technical and economic considerations. “Metro Vancouver will carry out a full environmental assessment for any project selected. Community support for potential new waste-to-energy projects will be a key criterion in evaluating potential projects,” states a staff report. The region will host public meetings near each proposed site, but will also hear directly from residents, potential host communities, and adjacent communities, said Malcolm Brodie, chair of the committee. He added the region remains committed to consultations with the Fraser Valley Regional District.

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Notice of Road Closure Notice of Intension To Close a Portion Of Highway and Dispose of the Closed Highway (Pursuant to Sections 40 and 94 of the Community Charter) TAKE NOTICE that the Council of The Corporation of Delta (“Delta”) has given first, second and third readings to a bylaw cited as “Delta Road Closure and Cancellation (Trustees of the Ladner United Church – LU006839) Bylaw No. 7244, 2013”, and intends to finally consider and adopt this bylaw at a future regular Council meeting. The intent of this bylaw is to stop up and close to traffic and cancel the dedication as road of a 86.3m2 portion of unopened laneway to the north of 4957 47A Avenue marked as Parcel A and outlined in bold on the map below.

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FURTHER TAKE NOTICE THAT, following final consideration and adoption of Bylaw 7244, Delta intends to transfer all its interest in Parcel A to 0972483 BC Ltd. in exchange for 183 m2 of combined road dedications along Garry Street, Laidlaw Street and 47A Avenue. There is no monetary consideration for this land exchange. Copies of the relevant docu y and Friday between the hours of 8:30am and 4:45pm, and Thursday between 8:30 am and 8:00 pm, exclusive of statutory holidays. If you feel that you may be affected by Bylaw 7244, you may write to the attention of: Lisa van den Dolder, Municipal Lands Solicitor The Corporation of Delta, 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, BC V4K 3E2 Fax: 604-952-3801 • Email: lvandendolder@delta.ca Please note that only comments received by 4:30pm on December 10, 2013 will be concidered.

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MURPHY’S LAW I had to laugh, in an envious kind of way, at a City of Richmond press release issued earlier this month announcing plans to spend almost $80 million to construct an aquatic centre and a seniors centre in Minoru Park. It wasn’t so much the idea of our neighbours to the north getting new facilities given we’ve already got some good ones here, but rather it was the notion of taking advantage of low interest rates, reallocation of debt repayments and casino revenues to provide those amenities without any increases to property taxes. Delta’s pay-as-you-go policy for capital projects is laudable, and it has shrunk municipal debt to miniscule levels (as is the case in Richmond), but the approach precludes those really big ticket items that could make a big difference in the community. I’m not suggesting we go out and build $80 million worth of recreation facilities, but even the $10 million or so it would take to buy the remainder of Paterson Park is looked upon as beyond our fiscal reach. That’s too bad. *** Speaking of Paterson Park, the vision recently unveiled by the Delta Seniors Planning Team certainly deserves some scrutiny by civic officials. In case you missed it, the proposal calls for a variety of housing (for all ages and income levels) as well as a health care facility, shops and restaurants, community gardens and more. There have been a variety of suggested uses over the years for the centuryold harness racetrack at the entrance to Ladner, and this is simply another one, but what I like about it is the fact it attempts to implement some of the recommendations put forth by Delta’s Housing Task Force. There’s an old joke about government being able to stop an issue in its tracks by having a task force study it, so here’s an opportunity to actually act on what those we tasked with looking into Delta’s housing situation concluded. *** What’s coming out of those water fountains at South Delta Secondary? Congratulations have to go to the Tsawwassen high school’s athletic teams, which have reached impressive heights this fall. The field hockey team made it all the way to the provincial final, the defending provincial champion football team bowed out in the semi-finals this time and the volleyball team is the overwhelming favourite to capture its second straight B.C. crown this week in Penticton. Way to go Sun Devils!

Living here means not being embarrassed by your mayor CORRY ANDERSONFENNELL

COMMUNITY COMMENT If you’ve been following the Mayor Rob Ford saga — and I haven’t encountered anyone yet who isn’t — you’re probably feeling pretty lucky here in Delta to have our mayor and councillors. And that sentiment is perhaps echoed by residents of neighbouring communities with regard to their own civic leaders. Outrageously, though, Ford still enjoys an approval rating of more than 40 per cent, despite his recent and not-so-recent behaviour. But no matter what Torontonians are prepared to accept from those elected to office, Deltans, I believe, have higher standards and greater expectations. So in the spirit of belated Thanksgiving, let’s all give thanks that: Our mayor doesn’t smoke crack. Mayor Lois Jackson’s job can’t be easy, and at times must seem overwhelming. The late meetings, the weekend events, the special

appearances — all on top of simply running the corporation — is a grueling schedule that has likely taken a huge personal toll. And yet, through it all, Jackson has downright resisted the temptation to pick up a crack pipe. Our mayor hasn’t experienced a drunken stupor, and lived to brag about it to constituents. That Southlands public hearing sure was a doozy: five days of debate comprising almost 30 hours of discussion from 400 speakers. What a week. And still, Jackson kept her composure and didn’t over-indulge or ham it up for a camera phone. Our mayor doesn’t make lewd remarks to news media. Delta is home to a great many seniors, most of whom spent their formative years among the predominantly polite and well mannered. Those were different times, to be sure. Jackson deserves kudos for respecting their sensibilities and demonstrating the appropriate standard of civility. While on the subject of media, our mayor doesn’t call the police on them. Under Jackson’s leadership, the Delta Police Department has become famous for its “no call too small” policy. With a slogan like that, a constable would be at

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Jackson’s service the millisecond she called 9-1-1 to report any threatening members of either the mainstream media or pesky citizen journalists. Lucky for this newspaper and others, she has a professional relationship with reporters and would actually welcome a spot on This Hour has 22 Minutes. Our mayor doesn’t flip the bird Jackson has a beautiful smile, but I bet there are times when that smile belies how she’s feeling inside. That’s OK — life isn’t all sugar cookies and hot chocolate. If Jackson is anything like me around dog owners who run afoul of local leash laws, there must be times when all she wants to do is tell someone where they can stick it. Instead, she keeps the hand gestures, if there are any, where no one can see them. Our mayor doesn’t grope other members of council. Councillors are an attractive bunch — well-groomed, welldressed, well-read and all of that. And Jackson probably spends more time with them than members of her own family on some days. But municipal hall, under the mayor’s leadership, has long been established as a place of work, not play. Ludicrous? For sure. But there is at least one city in Canada that can’t give such thanks to its mayor.

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November 27, 2013 The Delta Optimist A9 Letters to the Editor

Civic politicians now know better than constituents Editor: An old poster that Coun. Robert Campbell used in one of his past election campaigns came to light recently. It is a sad reminder of how his behaviour now has become a complete reversal of what he stood for while out campaigning just a few years ago. His election poster reads, “Our Official Community Plan, Area Plans, and bylaws are meant to help us build and maintain the community we want, not to suit the Municipal staff and a Council who think they know better than the

taxpayers.” A number of terms as a councillor must have changed him; he now apparently does know better than us and hence felt he could vote in support of the Century Group proposal on the Southlands. The mayor and most of the other councillors are no better at keeping their word either. A clear majority of Tsawwassen residents have always, and still do, oppose any development on the Southlands, but it seems these clowns think they know what’s good for us even if we don’t!

It’s a very arrogant and belittling attitude and one I am fed up with. The sooner we can get some new faces, whose principles have not been compromised, into municipal hall, the better. In the meantime, I ask Mayor Lois Jackson and each of the councillors to look through their political scrapbooks to remind themselves of the things they said in order to get elected. They need to then look in the mirror and, if they can still recognize themselves, ask their reflection, “Have I been true to my word?” Peter Malim

Beach Grove resident tells those near the Southlands to be careful when wishing for agricultural activity Editor: So they are hunting on the Southlands and upsetting the pastoral peace. Over here in the Northlands, we have heard them hunting in the fields behind the school in Beach Grove for weeks. We can also hear them hunting on the foreshore past 64th Street. We can watch them without trespassing, if we want to. When hunting season is over it will be farming season. First is muck spread-

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ing. Cow muck smells really bad, but chicken is worse. It gets in the mouth and throat; you can smell and taste it. After that it is plowing and seeding, which they do from dawn to dusk. Then there is a couple of months respite, except for the serenade of the propane cannons over in the blueberry fields. Then comes cropping. The first is peas. I swear those guys work 24 hours a day. The noise might

be worse than the airplanes flying over upper Tsawwassen. After that come the other reapers, beans, corn, spuds and turnips. Those guys only work dawn to dusk. The good news is we haven’t had steers wandering the roads down here for a few years. Remember the old adage, especially when it comes to farming: Be careful what you wish for, you might get it. Ray Earles

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Editor: Re: Looking to Metro Vancouver to protect us from council, letter to the editor, Nov. 22 Reading Jim Kerr’s letter, once again rehashing what is simply “old news,” there is a sense of frustration. His reference to the report out of UNBC that discusses “the alarming loss of agricultural land in B.C.” and juxtaposes Delta council’s Southlands decision is misleading at the very, very best. Talking about why the Southlands was originally removed from the ALR is simply a waste of anybody’s time. Why keep harping on the matter? Kerr, as well, either needs to read the voluminous material that has been produced that looks at every aspect of the Southlands

proposed development, or he should enlist someone to help him understand it. Just about every argument he tries to raise has been answered — usually more than once. The sky is not falling. The housing is required or it would not be built. I’m pretty sure Century Group is not contemplating owning the houses it will build on the Southlands for very long after construction is completed. Those houses just might sell. As far as Tsawwassen’s “upland areas” are concerned, I’m pretty sure a number of your neighbours recently rejected the “rezoning and densification” that you seem to advocate. Disappearing farmland that can never be reclaimed? If you want more farmland — that will

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Editor: Re: Longer lane to turn into parking lot, Murphy’s Law, Nov. 20 Methinks Ted Murphy has perhaps not experienced the sheer terrifying danger of entering the tunnel in the right hand lane at 80 km/h, descending into the dark depths only to realize that all the traffic in front of you has suddenly stopped dead. (This despite the traffic in

the left lane continues at 80 km/h.) This is not uncommon, and is not associated with rush hours, but happens at many different times of the day, and perhaps also at night. This is due entirely to the sluggishness of Steveston highway westbound when traffic volume exceeds the capability of the several traffic lights to safely move

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vehicles and prevent the Highway 99 exit queue from dangerously extending down into the darkness. The Ministry of Transportation and the City of Richmond, while being fully aware of the problem for years, have failed to solve it, and this latest venture won’t solve it either. Publicize that frequently and in long, tall letters. Tom Griffing

Hodgins can’t have it both ways on the Southlands Editor: Re: Shots exchanged about hunting on Southlands, Nov. 20 I was disgusted to read about Sean Hodgins giving permission to hunt the snow geese on the Southlands. So even though snow

geese are protected by the Migratory Bird Act, farm owners have the right to use hunters to protect their land under the province’s Right to Farm Act. Well, this land isn’t being farmed as we have been told it is no longer viable

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actually grow anything in any reasonable way — then this Southlands development proposal “paves” the way. You’re (we’re) not losing anything. What is there about “yes” that all these complainers don’t understand? As far as fingers in the dike are concerned, I thought all those Boundary Bay’ers and Beach Grove’rs didn’t really want a real dike. Is there one already there — a “real” one that will really do something if the seas rise up and threaten to wash us all away — that I’ve somehow missed? We don’t need Metro Vancouver to protect us from anything. Delta council already did look at the “big picture.” That’s why it reached the decision it did. Firth Bateman

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farmland, which is why it is being rezoned. In my opinion, hunting shouldn’t be taking place. Hodgins just wants it both ways to suit his purpose, so I would like to know, is it farmland or not? Tina Conroy

November 27, 2013 The Delta Optimist A11 Opinion

New legislation takes aim at cyberbullies

Findlay says Conservative government is committed to keeping Canadians, particularly children, safe KERRY-LYNNE FINDLAY

MP’S REPORT Cyberbullying has become a major issue facing too many young Canadians. Cyberbullying is a form of bullying, in which aggression towards another is carried out electronically. In recent years, cyberbullying involving the widespread distribution of intimate images without the consent of the person depicted has created a whole new dimension to this serious problem. Once in cyberspace, an image or information often spreads quickly and uncontrollably, and may also become permanently available on the Internet. We have seen far too many instances where such conduct has victimized a young Canadian before the entire world. It can destroy lives. The impact of cyberbullying is far reaching and has even been a factor in the tragic suicide of several Canadian teenagers. In order to help protect the most vulnerable in society, we need a stronger criminal justice response. In the 2013 throne speech, our Conservative government committed to better protecting children from all forms of bullying and we are delivering on our commitment with the introduction of legislation that specifically addresses

this form of cyberbullying. Last Wednesday, our government introduced legislation that will amend the Criminal Code to prohibit the non-consensual distribution of intimate images. If approved by Parliament, this crime would be punishable by a maximum penalty of five years. A judge will be able to order the removal of an intimate image from websites and can impose restrictions

education, awareness and prevention activities. As part of our crime prevention projects, we are supporting the development of school-based projects to prevent bullying. Our government also supports the Canadian Centre for Child Protection, which operates Cybertip.ca and NeedHelpNow.ca, websites that Canadians can use to report online sexual exploitation of children. They pro-

We have seen far too many instances where such conduct has victimized a young Canadian before the entire world. It can destroy lives. The impact of cyberbullying is far reaching and has even been a factor in the tragic suicide of several Canadian teenagers. In order to help protect the most vulnerable in society, we need a stronger criminal justice response. for a specific time on the use of the Internet for the person convicted. This legislation will also modernize existing investigative powers to enable police to more efficiently and effectively obtain electronic evidence that exists on the Internet or other technologies. This legislation is essential in addressing cyberbullying and holding cyberbullies accountable for their actions. Our government also remains committed to putting the needs of victims first. That is why we are continuing to work with partners in the public and private sectors to address all forms of bullying through

vide important resources for those seeking help. We are also helping ensure that Canadians have access to information they need to protect themselves and their families against online threats through the GetCyberSafe.gc.ca campaign. Through this new legislation and our continued efforts to promote education, awareness and prevention, we will help better protect our children from all forms of bullying. Our Conservative government remains committed to keeping Canada’s streets and communities safe for all Canadians, particularly for our children.

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Envision Financial aims to keep local cupboards full Envision Financial has launched the Full Cupboard Holiday Program (formerly Angel Tree) for a fourth consecutive year to help spread some holiday cheer to those in need. Last year, over 1,200 gifts and 3,410 pounds of food were collected through the program. This year, the local financial institution is hoping to collect even more. “The statistics really speak to the need for this program,” says Susan Byrom, manager of community investment at Envision Financial. “One in seven children in B.C. live under the poverty line and 29.5 per cent of monthly food bank users are children — over 27,000 kids in B.C.

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Author receives high marks for debut novel

Laura Thomas now inspiring young writers through Polly character “Original, poetic, intriguing, imaginative, and informative” are just some of the words readers around the world are using to describe Laura Michelle Thomas’ debut novel and guide for young writers, Polly Wants to Be a Writer: The Junior Authors Guide to Writing and Getting Published. Self-published through Friesen Press in Victoria, Thomas, a freelance copywriter and ghostwriter, took a break from Laura writing for clients this year to write, polish and, single-handedly, market a novel that would show aspiring writers how the writing process works for professionals. And she seems to have hit the mark. Since its worldwide release in early October, the novel has received multiple fivestar reviews on sites like Goodreads, Teen Ink, Amazon, Chapters, and Barnes and Noble. The best part, according to Thomas, is the reviews indicate the book is doing exactly what she hoped it would do for young writers: teach them about writing through story. When asked why she took the self-publishing route for her debut novel, Thomas said, “Let me start by saying I think self-publishing is a poor option unless you can sell and like the challenge of selling. Sales is not the forte of most authors. They love the creative but hate marketing. “That’s why publishing houses can snap up the rights to their work at

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The lighting of the tree at the corner of 48th Avenue and Delta Street has long been seen as the official start to the Christmas season. The Ladner Business Association keeps that tradition alive and well with its new offering, the Christmas Tree Festival, which takes place tomorrow evening.

New event kicks off holiday season

The Ladner Business Association is starting a festive tradition this year with its first-ever Christmas Tree Festival. “We wanted to create a real family-oriented festival,” said organizer Jill McKnight. The new festival, which takes place tomorrow night, is replacing the annual tree lighting and children’s parade, which usually precede the arrival of the carol ships. And while the festival includes many new elements, it also incorporates some long-standing Ladner Christmas traditions, like the lighting of the tree at the corner of 48th Avenue and Delta Street. Starting at 5:30 p.m. and

running until 7:30 p.m., two blocks of 48th Avenue and Delta Street will be closed to traffic as the spirit of Christmas takes over the heart of Ladner Village. Residents are invited to come out, stroll the street and enjoy the free familyoriented festival. Singer Tony Barton and his Jingle Belles will perform festive favourites on stage at 48th Avenue and Delta Street, and choirs from Delta Secondary and the Delta Community Music School will wander the streets serenading the crowds with Christmas carols. McKnight said there will be tables set up along the street featuring festive crafts and gingerbread cookie dec-

orating. Residents will also have the chance to vote on their favourite gingerbread creation by a local business and children will have an opportunity to mail their letters to Santa with a special mailbox that will be set up just for the Christmas Tree Festival. There will also be many festive quilts on display along the two streets. “We’ve really tried to make it something for everyone,” McKnight said. The LBA will have a concession stand set up with food and refreshments for sale. The annual lighting of the tree at 48th and Delta Street will take place at about 7:15 p.m.

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It just wouldn’t feel like Christmas in Ladner Village without the annual carol ships procession. The festive display is scheduled for Friday, Dec. 6 and Saturday, Dec. 7 this year. With the tree lighting taking place on a new night this year, another new local tradition is starting. The Ladner Gospel Assembly choir will kick off the first carol ships night with a Christmas carol singa-long at the tree at the corner of 48th Avenue and Delta Street before proceeding down Delta Street on their hay wagon to the harbour for the arrival of the carol ships. Assembly member Marie Webber said the sing-a-long, which starts at 7 p.m. on Dec. 6, will last about half an hour and will include special guests The Suspenders and Ruth Hanna, a country gospel singer. The Ladner Gospel Assembly choir has been performing in Ladner Village for Continued on page 23

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The carol ships have been sailing into Ladner Harbour for more than 40 years.

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The Ladner Gospel Assembly choir will host a festive sing-a-long Friday, Dec. 6 before the carol ships start the annual procession into Ladner Harbour. Continued from page 22 Christmas for more than 35 years. On Dec. 6, the carol ships sail into Ladner Harbour at the foot of Elliott Street at about 7:45 p.m. The Saturday procession will arrive at about 7:15 p.m. The choir will be on hand at the wharf

both nights. As well, the Ladner branch of the Royal Canadian Legion will have coffee and hot chocolate on hand. The annual Christmas lights display has been taking place in Ladner Harbour for more than 40 years. The procession will make its way along the river to the harbour starting from the Westham Island Bridge.

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The Point Roberts Artisans Guild is celebrating the rural community’s 11th annual Point Roberts Christmas Craft Faire next month. The event takes place Saturday, Dec. 7 and Sunday, Dec. 8 at the Point Roberts Community Center and features widely respected crafters and artisans from the American peninsula. The faire will offer fiber, glass and paper arts, jewelry, food and canned goods, soaps, candles, table centerpieces, hand-painted furniture, toys and Christmas

crafts. Local musicians and food crafters are also contributing to the two-day event with seasonal music, song and edibles. Building on a tradition of community involvement and a long-standing commitment of giving back to the community, the faire features a Festive Walk along Gulf Road where visitors can drop into galleries, shops and eateries. There will also be a Whale Spotting game where shoppers can pick up a passport they can get stamped for a chance to win

a special prize. Faire goers can also enter a raffle — with prizes generously donated by artisans and Point Roberts businesses — that will benefit the Point Roberts Historical Society. Society docents will be on hand both days to show photos, share stories and answer historical questions about Point Roberts. Faire hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 7 and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 8. The Point Roberts Community Center is located at 1487 Gulf Rd.

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Tsawwassen’s Rebecca Kimoto modeled a bunch of finger puppets made by Bea Steiner during the Christmas Market last Saturday at KinVillage Community Centre.

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One of Santa’s first stops in South Delta this year will be at Cammidge House in Boundary Bay Regional Park, where he will make his annual visit on Sunday, Dec. 8. Between 1 and 3 p.m., kiddies and their parents can enjoy the glowing holiday feeling of an old fashioned Christmas in the almost one hundred-yearold farm house that has been festively decorated for the season. This visit is a wonderful time for Santa to work his magic charm and receive wish letters or listen to the whispers of eager expectations for Christmas Day. The event is free, although a donation box is available for those who wish to make a contribution towards next year’s event. Each child will be provided with a goodie bag and the

opportunity to include their name in the free draw for many prizes. Parents are reminded to bring their own cameras to record the fun as Santa is happy to pose for photos with the children. Adults are included in Santa’s visit and can enjoy refreshments served by the

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In the Community

Events at Delta libraries will put you in holiday spirit

Delta libraries have a number of free events scheduled over the next few weeks to put people in the holiday spirit. Take a half hour out of your Christmas countdown to attend a seasonal concert, a Santa-inspired storytime or a suspenseful puppet show.

Santa at the Library • Monday, Dec. 2, 11 to 11:30 a.m., Tsawwassen Library • Friday, Dec. 6, 11 to 11:30 a.m., Tsawwassen Library Wake Up Santa Puppet Show • Tuesday, Dec. 10, 10:30 to 11 a.m., George

Mackie Library • Tuesday, Dec. 10, 3:30 to 4 p.m., George Mackie Library • Wednesday, Dec. 11, 10:30 to 11 a.m., Tsawwassen Library • Wednesday, Dec. 11, 3:30 to 4 p.m., Tsawwassen Library Richmond Delta Youth

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Orchestra - Capriccio Strings • Saturday, Dec. 14, 10:30 to 11 a.m., Ladner Pioneer Library Richmond Delta Youth Orchestra - Wind Ensemble • Saturday, Dec. 14, 1 to 1:30 p.m., Tsawwassen Library

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Kiwanis secretary Jennifer McCurdy (front), Delta Hospice’s Tama Recker (left) and Kiwanis director Karel Ley (right) gather in the children’s expressive arts therapy room at the Centre for Supportive Care in Ladner. The Kiwanis Club of Ladner/ Tsawwassen delivered a $1,000 gift to the Delta Hospice Society.

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VSO brings Traditional Christmas to South Delta Baptist Church The VSO’s Traditional Christmas concerts present beautiful, heartwarming music and carols in seven different venues around the Lower Mainland, including Tsawwassen. The concerts are hosted by Christopher Gaze and feature the UBC Opera

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Grooming Tips From Aussie Pet Mobile by DanTius (Franchise owner) The summer of 2013 was like no other in Vancouver. Record days of sunshine, record low in rainfall, and record high temperatures. However, this beautiful weather did present a few issues for our pets. Over the summer months we saw an unprecedented rate of flea infestation, dry and irritated skin conditions and skunking. If you ever had your pet skunked, you know how unpleasant an experience it can be. Most times, people will try some home remedies and after several days of finding they don’t work, they call a professional groomer. Unfortunately by this time it is probably too late to effectively remove the smell. Skunks produce an oil in their scent glands that they spray at potential predators when they feel threatened. If this oil is not removed from your a pet’s coat within the first 12 to 24 hours of the incident, the oil will absorb into the hair and follicle and be around for a long time. The smell can be masked with shampoos or colognes but every time the pet gets wet, the oil reactivates and the smell returns. It will diminish over time but can last up to a year before disappearing completely. If you are faced with this incident and can’t get in to see a

groomer right away,there area couple of things you can do at home.

First off, tomato juice does not work. The theory is that the acid from the tomato will break down the oil and clean the coat. This actually leaves you with a pet smelling mildly of skunky tomatoes. Vets will suggest a peroxide, baking soda mix, which is effective but can be harsh on the skin. Most household dish soaps contain citric acid from lemons or other citrus fruit as the active ingredient to cut through grease and oil in your pots and pans. Of these, Dawn is the mildest and least likely to cause a skin reaction on your pet. Make sure you get up a good lather and thoroughly rinse to insure all the soap is removed right down to the skin and repeat if necessary. Bath your pet with your regular shampoo and you should have a non - oily, pleasant smelling pet again. Your best bet is to have your pet looked after by a professional groomer ASAP, and remember Aussie Pet Mobile comes to you so you don’t have to put your smelly friend in the backseat of your car.

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From all of us at Aussie Pet Mobile, we wish you all a very merry Christmas Season.

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December 31, 2013

Ensemble and EnChor, with VSO assistant conductor Gordon Gerrard. The local performance takes place on Wednesday, Dec. 18 at 7:30 p.m. at the South Delta Baptist Church. Tickets are available at www.vancouversymphony. ca or at 604-876-3434.

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Kinsmen Club of Ladner Tsawwassen members present a $3,000 donation to Reach Foundation chair Barbara Wallick and executive director Renie D’Aquila.

Kinsmen Club continues support of Reach centre The Kinsmen Club of Ladner Tsawwassen presented Reach Child and Youth Development Society earlier this month with a donation of $3,000 to support the society’s therapies programs as well as the Building for Children Together capital project. The Kinsmen are in partnership with Reach in the capital building project that will see a new centre located at the current site of the Kin House. Since 2006, the Kinsmen have donated close to $15,000 to Reach for various projects, including therapies programs, and Reach’s toy and book lending librar-

ies. Last year the club lent its support with volunteers at Reach’s Rockin’ for Reach and Reach for the Stars fundraising events. To date, $1.3 million of the $4 million goal has been raised for the building project through charitable donations from businesses, individuals and service groups in the community. The centre will be the new location for Reach programs and services, and include therapy and meeting rooms, Reach’s inclusive preschool, and an outdoor accessible playground for the whole community, as well as a meeting centre for the Kinsmen and

an expanded community events room with kitchen. The centre will be larger than Reach’s current facility enabling expanded programs and allowing Reach to serve more children and youth with special needs. Reach and The Kinsmen Club are asking for support from the community this holiday season through donations. To help, they have developed Reach pledge pages where people can post stories and photos and appeal to friends and family to donate. To create a pledge page or make a donation, go to www.reachdevelopment. org/pledge/.

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Feedback

The plan to erect radio towers in Point Roberts near the Tsawwassen Sunday on both sides of the border. The towers would transmit radio border has generated controversy. Residents, who have concerns over station KRPI AM 1550, which broadcasts from studios in Richmond. The Optimist asked: health impacts and electronic interference, are holding a rally this

Are you concerned by the radio towers?

Sandy Laurence Yes. Apart from the fact that they’re going to be a blight on the horizon, I’m not sure what the actual signals are going to do with anything we have here, whether it’s TV, radio frequencies, cell phones...

Lyle Windrim Yes, if it causes a problem with what we receive.

You can have your say on this issue by taking part in our web poll at www. delta-optimist.com

Cory Graham I hear there’s something possibly medically involved with the microwaves coming off of it. Am I concerned about that? I resolve no, because it’s a done deal.

Gary Gibbons My answer’s a definite yes. I think it would be a big mistake. I’ve read about interference with phones, TVs, satellite. And the health effects, too. I don’t think it’s something we should have to put up with.

Terry Galbraith Yes, very much so. I’m just concerned about the fact it’s in the USA and it’s definitely going to affect us.

Last week we asked you:

What do you think of the vision for Paterson? • 69 per cent said it’s a good plan, idea. • 19 per cent said leave Paterson so move ahead with it. as it is. • 12 per cent said I’d make some changes, but I like the overall

An Invitation 13th Annual

Light of Remembrance Service

Times of loss and sorrow Must come to all who live, But cherished memories live on and on While sorrows fade away. Christmas is a season of tradition when families gather to celebrate and reﬂect on memories… Especially during this season, the loved ones who have died ﬁll our hearts and thoughts.

Please Join Us for an Evening of Music and Reﬂection. Thursday, December 5th, 2013 at 7:30 pm Cedar Park Church, 5300 44th Avenue, Ladner Refreshments will be served following this Memorial. Our hope is to assist you in creating memories for the future. This evening is open to ALL who have lost a loved one. A Rememorative gift will be given to each family. There is no charge and no offering will be collected.

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