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Runners get all kinds of encouragement!

The sixth annual Boundary Bay Cross Country Meet last Friday featured more than 1,000 students from 16 elementary schools. For details and more photos, see Page 15.

Towers fight goes to court

Trial scheduled to begin today in Skagit County as broadcaster challenging ruling BY

SANDOR GYARMATI

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The company behind a controversial proposal to build radio transmission towers near the Point Roberts/Tsawwassen border is having its day in court.

A non-jury trial begins this afternoon at the Skagit County Courthouse in Washington state to hear an appeal by BBC Broadcasting Inc. against a decision by Whatcom County to reject

the company’s application to erect five 45-metre (150-foot) steel towers at an undeveloped lot on McKenzie Way, about 330 metres from the Tsawwassen border.

The company filed a LUPA (Land Use Petition Act) appeal in Skagit County. In Washington state, LUPA provides a direct judicial review of land use decisions.

The company is fighting a decision by Whatcom County council, which upheld an earlier decision

by the county’s hearing examiner to reject the application based on a failure to meet height requirements.

The towers would transmit South Asian radio station KRPI, AM 1550, which broadcasts from studios in Richmond to a Lower Mainland audience. Also known as Sher-E-Punjab AM 1550, the station currently broadcasts using antenna in Ferndale, Wash., but wants to relocate them for a stronger signal.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) granted a construction permit but a zoning permit was required from Whatcom County. Just days before a county public hearing on the proposal was scheduled to begin last fall, the hearing examiner announced he had denied the application.

The Cross Boarder Coalition to Stop the Radio Towers has been fighting hard against the plan with the group spending big dollars on legal fees.

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Last chance to hear from the candidates

The final all-candidates meeting of the federal election campaign goes tonight in Tsawwassen.

The Optimist has joined forces with the Delta Chamber of Commerce and the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver to host the forum, which is scheduled to run from 7 to 9 p.m. at South Delta Secondary.

All four candidates in the new riding of Delta are expected to attend.

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Work is already underway on the South Delta Business Sustainability Strategy.

Approved by Delta council this year following extensive research by a consultant and consultation with Delta’s business groups, the wide-sweeping strategy is aimed at helping the business communities of South Delta adjust to life next to the massive Tsawwassen Mills and Tsawwassen Commons shopping centres that will open next year at the Tsawwassen First Nation.

“We’ve had quite a few meetings with the groups just to go over the actual document and moving forward,” said Sean McGill, Delta’s director of human resources and corporate planning. “We’ve said, ‘Let’s get together on a regular basis and work together and there’s a number of things we’re doing already from our end.’”

Council has agreed with a municipal staff report suggesting that while many of the recommendations are directed towards business groups as well as merchants and property owners, Delta has an important role to play. That’s where the Invest in Delta Mayor’s Standing Committee will

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The South Delta Business Sustainability Strategy is aimed at helping the business communities adjust to life next to the massive malls under construction at the Tsawwassen First Nation. come into play.

Nominations recently closed for the new committee and its members will be selected soon.

Some of the short-term actions to be discussed by the committee include ideas such as offering tax incentives for redevelopment and allowing street vending to increase the town vibrancy, but in collaboration with the Ladner Business Association and Tsawwassen Business Improvement Association.

Civic staff are also reviewing options to bring forward to council regarding spurring change and redevelopment of Ladner’s waterfront, seen as important for the long-term future of Ladner Village.

Some of the longer term

strategies include public wharfs and boardwalks and encouraging population growth in town centres by increasing density and height limits.

McGill noted staff have been meeting regularly with stakeholders and identified actions that could be taken immediately, even before the completion of the sustainability strategy, including a plan to have quarterly meetings with stakeholder business groups to discuss calendars and coordination of events.

Discussion has also been held regarding a new entrance feature for Tsawwassen, while work is underway on getting more wayfinding signage.

“The document actually has first-year, low hanging

fruit-type initiatives and we are already tackling some of those,” McGill said.

“The first one, obviously, is signage and we do have some approved new installation for Tsawwassen from a highway perspective but we have to get (provincial) highways (ministry) approval.”

He noted capital improvement projects completed or planned will also help in the revitalization, including completed upgrades to the Ladner Trunk Road and Arthur Drive intersection and Magee Park, as well as the new Ladner Village entrance sign.

Delta Street is scheduled to undergo streetscape improvements next year, a $6 million project that will

include a new pedestrian street plaza, new lighting, bicycle racks and other street furniture.

Meanwhile, the museum building in the village will undergo a multi-million dollar upgrade to create a mixed-use facility for such uses as a community police station, public meeting rooms and an information area to showcase Delta’s heritage and public attractions.

Civic staff will also be looking for opportunities to coordinate future infrastructure improvements in Tsawwassen with potential town core redevelopment.

As far the longer term plan for allowing new types of higher density development, giving property owners more incentive to redevelop, McGill noted staff are looking into that area “quite extensively and seriously” but nothing is ready to be presented to council as of yet.

“Our CAO, George Harvie, has made it clear to us to stay on top of this and make it a priority, so we have some concepts. It will likely go through the Invest in Delta Mayor’s Standing Committee. Staff are looking at some proposals and options that we’d like to bring to that committee, get some feedback and ultimately bring back to council,” he added.

Murray receives national award BY

DAVE WILLIS

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Tsawwassen’s Anne Murray was presented with Nature Canada’s highest honour last month.

She received the 2015 Douglas H. Pimlott Award, which is awarded to an individual whose outstanding contributions to Canadian conservation serve as an example to all, at a meeting in Sidney, B.C. “I was surprised and honoured,” Murray said.

Murray is an author, columnist and volunteer with various nature organizations.

“Anne’s dedication to nature conservation is truly inspiring,” Nature Canada’s website states.

Murray is involved with the Important Bird Areas Program in B.C. The program is designed to ensure

the 82 important bird areas around the province are protected, monitored and conserved, she explained.

Murray is also working with the Delta Naturalists’ Society on getting the birds of Delta better known. The group has released the pamphlet Birds in Delta and is working on other materials.

She is the author of A Nature Guide to Boundary Bay and Tracing Our Past — A Heritage Guide to Boundary Bay and a major contributing author to the Georgia Basin Habitat Atlas: Boundary Bay. She also writes a column for the Delta Optimist and the Georgia Straight.

Her previous recognition includes the John Davidson Award from Nature Vancouver, the Queen’s Golden Jubilee medal and BC Nature’s Elton Anderson Award.

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Tsawwassen’s Anne Murray was recently presented with the 2015 Douglas H. Pimlott Award, Nature Canada’s highest honour.

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Band represents Canada in the Netherlands

After months of practice and preparation, the Delta Police Pipe Band recently travelled to the Netherlands to perform at the 2015 Rotterdam Military Tattoo.

The band also took part in ceremonial events representing Canada to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the liberation of Europe and the end of the Second World War. Accompanied by Mayor Lois Jackson, the band travelled to the Holten Canadian War Cemetery, 170 kilometres northeast of Rotterdam. Holten is a small village where approximately 1,400 Canadian soldiers were laid to rest

following the end of the Second World War. The band played a moving tribute as Jackson and Delta Police Pipe Band president Gary Brookes laid wreaths. This was followed by a parade into the village of Markelo.

As the sole band representing Canada, the pipe band performed seven shows at the Ahoy arena in Rotterdam, along with bands from the Netherlands, United States, United Kingdom and Poland.

During the tattoo performances, Delta Police Pipe Band members that had family members who served in the war were identified

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The Delta Police Pipe Band recently returned from the Netherlands where it performed at the Rotterdam Military Tattoo and visited the Holten Canadian War Cemetery. with white feather hackles in their bonnets while photographs of their family members were displayed

on the huge arena screens, much to the appreciation of the crowds in attendance.

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Dubord were honoured with an invitation to view the Grand Parade from the reviewing stand.

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Next step is taken with smoking ban in parks

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It took a while but Delta is finally following the lead of several B.C. and Canadian communities by banning smoking in all public parks.

Delta council gave preliminary approval Monday to an amendment to the municipality’s smoking bylaw that prohibits smoking in all municipal parks and open spaces.

In the late 1990s, Delta passed a bylaw requiring restaurants, liquor establishments and common public areas to be smoke-free.

In 2006, it went a step further by approving a policy for smoke-free buffer zones for exterior areas of municipal recreation facilities and in certain areas of parks. It was not a bylaw but signage was installed in the hope that peer pressure would be enough to move smokers further away.

Now the municipality wants to take the next step by introducing legislation that’s consistent with the direction of other Metro Vancouver communities.

The amendment includes a provision that states: “No person shall smoke, carry or possess a lit cigarette, cigar or pipe, or burn tobacco in any manner, or use an electronic smoking device, at any wading or swimming pool; within the areas of a municipal park, green belt or natural area, including dog off-leash areas; on the grounds of any municipal recreational facility including skateboard parks; at any beach; at any playground, sports field, access road or

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Delta council has given preliminary approval to a bylaw that prohibits smoking in parks, playgrounds, beaches, playing fields and other outdoor areas. parking lot; or on any trail, pathway or linear park.”

A report to council doesn’t list a fine amount for violators, but notes that it has been demonstrated in other communities that peer pressure and the public have been effective in helping to enforce no smoking policies.

Fines included in the current bylaw do not exceed $500; amounts levied in other jurisdictions range from $50 to $10,000.

The City of Vancouver banned smoking in all its parks in 2010. The city’s goal is for voluntary compliance through education, but sometimes enforcement is necessary. Park rangers, City of Vancouver bylaw enforcement officers and health inspectors all have the power to issue tickets.

The minimum fine for smoking in a park or other regulated outdoor space in Vancouver is $250.

A few other cities,

including Kelowna, also adopted legislation prohibiting smoking in all parks, including beaches, trails, playgrounds, sports fields and stadiums. The maximum fine in Kelowna is $100 per infraction.

In 2012, Metro Vancouver followed suit, imposing a smoking ban for all 33 regional parks and greenways with fines starting at $50.

The Delta report notes that enforcement and a focus on voluntary compliance through education will be required. Bylaw enforcement officers would be given the power to write tickets but park attendants don’t have that authority.

Coun. Ian Paton said he supports the amendments, but wondered if bylaw enforcement officials are being stretched too thin trying “to cover every square inch of Delta” and whether they’d be able to realistically enforce the ban.

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After meeting with local candidates in the upcoming federal election, Delta firefighters have endorsed Liberal Carla Qualtrough.

“Carla has demonstrated commitment to our community which combined with her clear understanding of the most pressing issues that firefighters and other first responders confront won our local support,” said Brad Wilson, president of Delta Fire Fighters Local IAFF 1763.

The union called Qualtrough an articulate fighter who would champion the issues that are most important to first responders and the communities they serve.

“Carla’s list of personal and professional accomplishments is impressive: human rights lawyer, Paralympic medalist and proud mother of four,” Wilson said. “She is also married to a veteran and the mother of a son in military training. She understands service and sacrifice.

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Liberal Carla Qualtrough (centre) has been endorsed by Delta Fire Fighters Local IAFF 1763. bers and we think this will resonate with Delta voters as well.”

Delta firefighters will join Qualtrough at public events as the campaign enters the final weeks.

“I am honoured to receive this endorsement

and look forward to the opportunity to be a vocal advocate as a member of Parliament,” Qualtrough said. “The Delta firefighters perform essential work in our community and I am committed to supporting them.”

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Bluebacks’ Swim-A-Thon raises almost $2,300 for Delta Hospital

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Beavers and Cubs will be taking part in Apple Day this Friday at the Tsawwassen Town Centre Mall.

Buy an apple on Friday to support Beavers & Cubs

The 3rd Boundary Bay Beavers and Cubs will be hosting Apple Day, the troop’s largest annual fundraiser, this Friday at the Tsawwassen Town Centre Mall.

Last year almost 1,300 apples were given out to members of the community as $2,500 was raised to fund activities for local Beavers and Cubs.

Thrifty Foods has donated apples to help reduce costs, and Beavers (kindergarten to Grade 2) and Cubs (grades 3 to 5) will be giving them out around the mall from 3:30 to 8:30 p.m.

The Boundary Bay Bluebacks swim club recently took to the pool to raise $2,290 for Delta Hospital in its annual Swim-A-Thon.

The club, which has been active in the community for over 50 years, has over 135 members between the ages of four and 18. Although it has been running the Swim-A-Thon for a number of years, the club decided this year to support a local charity with its fundraising efforts.

“In the past, we have supported a children’s charity outside of Delta,” said Bluebacks coach Sidney Peake. “This year we decided to focus on a cause close to home that we felt needed our support. The hospital’s urgent need to expand has been in the media lately, and so we decided that this was something we wanted to get behind.”

As a club-wide event, members were tasked with signing up friends, family members and neighbours to pledge their support. With the youngest participant having just turned five, this social event was supported

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The Boundary Bay Bluebacks swim club decided to support a charity closer to home through this year’s Swim-A-Thon.

It is expected the expanthing is possible and that by many in the community. we live in a very dedicated, sion will see faster and “We were so honoured more precise diagnoses and enthusiastic and supportive to be the recipients of the treatment, as well as shorter swim club’s fundraising this community.” stays and fewer transfers Funds raised will go year,” said Veronica Carroll, for patients. towards supporting the executive director of Delta The Delta Hospital Hospital Foundation. “With Delta Hospital expansion Foundation is only project that will see the children as young as four $700,000 away from the medical imaging and laboyears old involved in rais$12.5 million needed to ratory departments double ing money for our hospital, complete the project. in size. it really shows that any-

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MURPHY’S LAW A little piece of the community has been lost.

News last week that the Kiwanis Club of Ladner-Tsawwassen is dissolving after a half-century of service to South Delta was not entirely unexpected, but it was disheartening nonetheless. The service club had made several pleas to prospective members over the last couple of years, going as far as to say that if new blood wasn’t found it wouldn’t be able to continue, so the decision to cease operations at this time isn’t too surprising.

However, the move leaves a void in the community. South Deltans could always count on the Kiwanis Club to serve up pancakes to kick off a day at Ladner May Days or the Tsawwassen Sun Festival. Kiwanis members were always there to undertake a project, support an endeavour or lend financial assistance to a worthy cause. Quite simply, they made this community better.

I can remember all the way back to the 1980s when, as a rookie reporter with the Optimist, I was tasked with weekend photography duties and would run into the Kiwanis crew with regularity. To this day I recall how Tom Gigliotti, the Kiwanis member pictured in this paper last week, was always so gracious to a young guy finding his way in an adultoriented world.

The demise of the local Kiwanis Club is symptomatic of a much larger issue as service club membership is in decline across the country. Not enough young people are joining their ranks to replace long-time members and the average age of a Lion or Kinsmen or Shriner continues to rise.

There are all sorts of explanations offered for this trend, including parents of younger children simply not having the necessary spare time in our overscheduled world, but whatever the reason, the idea of joining a service club is lost on most people my age or younger.

I’m far from young now, but service clubs just weren’t top of mind for me when I began volunteering in the community. I initially helped out with the Boys and Girls Club, then with sports organizations my son was involved with and, most recently, with the good folks at Special Olympics.

Not a single person in the middle-aged circle I travel in is a member of a service club, which certainly wouldn’t have been the case 20 or 30 years ago. They’re every bit as vital to a healthy, wellrounded community today as they’ve ever been, yet sadly service clubs struggle to maintain membership.

That’s too bad because South Delta is worse off without the Kiwanis Club.

With election just 12 days off, it’s almost safe to turn on TV TOM SIBA COMMUNITY COMMENT Less than two weeks to go until the federal election. It will be safe to turn on the television again with no fear of inadvertently hitting a political ad.

I vowed when the election was called to avoid viewing any political ads or listening to any campaign analysis. My view of election advertising is that, for the most part, it is idiotic and dishonest. Try as I might, I couldn’t avoid bumping into an occasional election ad.

The culmination of dumb ads and pathetic reporting is the leaders’ debates. If the House of Commons is where our members of Parliament learn their rude and obnoxious behaviour, it is on the hustings and in the debates that the top producers display their skills. I was lucky enough to miss all the so-called debates, but I was exposed to the odd snippet on the

news.

My avoidance was justified.

Grown men try to talk over each other and mouth half-truths. What pathetic role models. It was all men this time around as Elizabeth May, the leader of the Green Party, was excluded from most of the debates.

Based upon her performance at this year’s Press Gallery dinner, it would have added interest to the debates to invite her to participate and slip her a couple of martinis just before proceedings began.

Alas, no such attempt was made to increase the entertainment value.

We were stuck with sober men yelling at each other.

After the drudgery of the debate, comes the nonsense of “who won the debate” — as if there could be a winner after such an embarrassing performance. But someone might shoot off a zinger and move the polls — it doesn’t appear to have happened this year.

Is it any wonder that voter turnout continues to shrink? Who wants to expose themselves to what passes for electioneering in our country.

Our first female prime minister, Kim Campbell, said during the 1993 election that an election is no time to discuss serious issues.

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At the time she was lambasted for expressing that opinion, but I think she was right.

There is, after all, no intelligent discussion on managing the economy or coming up with a well thought out strategy. Of course the “important” issue for the moment is the wearing of the niqab.

Two faceless new citizens doesn’t seem that relevant, but it is a potential wedge issue. Strategy on the fly does not make for good policy. It is also why so often that governments are accused of not keeping their promises.

If a policy was only initiated because it was different from the other guys, there is a good chance the policy is a bad idea and shouldn’t be undertaken. The classic case is the Liberal promise by Jean Chretien to repeal the goods and services tax if they were elected.

Repealing the GST was a bad idea and I believed it would never happen. It didn’t. So there is a good chance that whatever has been promised may not see the light of day — and we should be thankful for that.

Tom Siba, an ex-publisher of the Optimist, misses the Social Credit Party.

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Delta should treasure our trees, not cut them down

Editor: I am writing as a citizen of my community, not as your elected representative.

They are going to cut down the mature, towering trees on Delta Street. That beautiful street in the heart of our village that makes you smile in the summer and that makes you love Ladner even more. Those trees that tower over us and give us shade and remind us of Ladner’s age and history and permanence.

Those trees that make our village what it is and make a walk down Delta Street a pure pleasure.

Cities around the world

treasure their trees. They don’t cut them down when they lift a sidewalk or interfere with a pipe. They modify the walkway; they trim the root; they fix the pipe.

Take a look at the Wall Centre someday: they built that high-rise four feet from the mature trees on the south sidewalk. Check online and see what other cities do to protect the beauty and canopy of their neighbourhoods.

Delta is wrong to cut these trees. Yes, the replacements will grow and we will have another nice street in 15 or 20 years. The shop owners, in my respectful

opinion, are also wrong to support their removal.

As a matter of fact, I am completely baffled by their position.

If we are trying to lure customers to Ladner; if we are trying compete with a sterile mall that will have everything anyone could want to buy; if we are trying to become a destination that is different and attractive and intimate, then I have to ask, “What on earth are you doing?”

Save our trees. Delta, do your job and figure out how to manage them. But don’t cut them down.

Vicki Huntington

Strategic voters should look at trends, not polls, when choosing a candidate Editor: Re: Projections are at odds with history. Murphy’s Law, Sept. 25 It would, as you say, be an anomaly if Delta did not elect a Conservative in the coming federal election.

However, stranger things have happened in this riding. Delta South re-elected an independent candidate for MLA in the last provincial election with 46 per cent of the vote.

A recent letter-writer has opined that Liberals and NDP are dubious

choices for him. Another writer states polls show the Liberals leading in the riding. Unfortunately, polls cannot be relied upon, as the last provincial elections in both B.C. and Alberta made clear to us.

Voting trends, on the other hand, are very useful. Looking at the 2008 and 2011 federal elections, we see the Conservative vote remained static. The Liberals lost 1,800 votes, the Green Party lost 1,300 and the NDP gained 3,000 votes. Clearly, the opposi-

tion party that gained and was closest to the incumbent has the greater chance of pulling off an upset.

Voting trends are more reliable than polling so if you plan to vote strategically based on polling results, it will likely ensure a Conservative win. In the previous two provincial elections, Delta voters have shown a willingness to take a chance, so think carefully before you cast that ballot.

Our natural environment and livability are at stake.

Inger Kam

Voting Conservative is good for the environment Editor: Mention the name Conservative and the other parties spout a litany of reasons why voters should choose their party.

Listening to them you would think Conservatives are the sole cause of air

pollution, greenhouse gases and global warming.

However the support of virtually every farmer in the Lower Mainland as evidenced by the many signs supporting KerryLynne Findlay and the Conservatives proves a

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Seemingly those keepers of the land, those that farm for a living and know the importance of our environment, also know that voting Conservative is good for the environment.

Bill Belsey

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A10 The Delta Optimist October 7, 2015 Letters to the Editor

Day at the Farm made possible thanks to supporters

Editor: On behalf of the board of directors and staff at Delta Farmland & Wildlife Trust, we would like to express our sincere thanks to all who attended the Day at the Farm community event on the Westham Island Herb Farm last month.

Crowd numbers tallied over 3,650, a record for the trust. We would also like to thank our generous support-

ers without whom we could not host such an event.

To the Westham Island Herb Farm and the Ellis family, we truly appreciate the amount of hard work and planning that goes into hosting this event. Thank you for continuing an amazing partnership year after year with us.

To our participants, thank you for giving up part of your weekend to help

spread the word about the diversity of local agriculture and to raise awareness about its relationship to wildlife.

To the very kind and hard working volunteers who gave their time and efforts throughout the day, thank you so very much as without all of you Day at the Farm would also not be possible.

We are grateful to the

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leash to their dog and trouble can be imminent. So what’s the solution?

I am amazed why I don’t see more dedicated (fenced-off) areas for dogs where owners can go in through a gated area and, in a pre-staging area, make certain their dog is in a calm state and then let the dog run off-leash with all the other dogs. Let the dog socialize in an area specially designed for this. Let

them be dogs and help allay everyone’s apprehension.

You’ll see what I’m talking about if you check out Cesar Millan’s videos on YouTube.

As for the business of dog walking as a service, I like to see a whole group of dogs on-leash being walked as it tells me these dogs are fairly well socialized.

Bill Hamilton

Otter Co-op.

This year’s event celebrated 10 years of hosting Day at the Farm and it is our hope that everyone found their time to be enjoyable and educational.

We hope that you left us with an awareness that we can all truly contribute to supporting our local farming community and the preservation of wildlife.

It is when we assemble

an event of this size that we are truly reminded of the gift it is to live in Delta.

In case you did not have the opportunity to complete a visitor survey, we would welcome your feedback, comments and/or suggestions for next year at dfwt@ dccnet.com.

Anna Wyman Office Coordinator Delta Farmland & Wildlife Trust

Meals on Wheels in dire need of funding

Editor: Meals on Wheels, an incorporated non-profit organization, has a longstanding history in South Delta and has been in operation since 1974.

During that time, with the help of a dedicated team of volunteers, the society has served those members of the community living on their own that for various reasons are unable to prepare and cook meals for

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Editor: Re: Some dog park users have trouble following the rules, letter to the editor, Oct. 2 I understand Christine Conroy’s apprehension about dogs left to run openly off-leash. Almost always, most problems with dogs isn’t the dogs, it’s the owners.

Of general note, if a dog owner gets tense, that tension goes right down the

following organizations for their generous contributions: Delta Agricultural Society, B.C. Fresh, Vancity, B.C. Waterfowl Society, Metro Vancouver, Terralink, Corporation of Delta, White Spot, B.C. Hydro, Farm Credit Canada, Westshore Terminals, Ritchie-Smith Feeds, Growing Forward 2 — a federal-provincialterritorial initiative — and

themselves. We provide a fresh, affordable, locally prepared hot meal delivered by volunteers directly to their homes. In many instances, our drivers are the only personal contact clients receive on a regular basis, and as such act as an “informal” safety check.

The program relies almost exclusively on community donations for its existence and is in dire need of additional funding in order to continue this valuable service to our customers.

We therefore invite all citizens and local organizations to donate to this worthy cause. Money raised is used only to offset costs incurred in the purchase of

food, packaging, etc.

Various Meals on Wheels organizations across Canada are closing through lack of funds. Therefore, it will speak volumes to the caring community we live in if we are able to continue serving our clients with this muchneeded service.

The Delta Meals on Wheels Society would be delighted to publicly acknowledge all donations at the AGM and in the local press, and tax receipts will be issued. Donations can be forwarded to: Delta Meals on Wheels, 4891 Delta St., Delta, B.C., V4K 2T9.

Maurice Newby President Delta Meals on Wheels

There’s no need to cross the river to find furniture Editor: Re: No way to couch this: sofa hunting is a pain, Living Matters, Sept. 30 If Barbara Gunn is from Delta then she misleads us.

In so doing she does damage to the local economy at a time when it needs our support. Contrary to what she suggests, there are indeed furniture stores in Delta where she will likely enjoy a no-hassle experience.

Case in point. After a lengthy search for a new couch, mostly north of the Fraser, my wife and I found a most comfortable sofa at Heritage House in Ladner.

As we were uncertain of the

colour and texture of the fabric, Jamie, the manager, arranged for us to visit the manufacturer. There we were able to confirm that it was the right sofa for us and that a more suitable fabric was available.

Thus, we were able to order exactly what we wanted from Heritage House and in so doing bought local, bought Canadian and supported the local economy. We await delivery so we may also comfortably support our backsides.

We would encourage Gunn to shop locally.

Adrian and Donna Cooper

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Editor: I would like to thank a certain Delta municipal employee for exercising compassion and good judgement. His choice to warn our business of a minor bylaw infraction and afford us the opportunity to be compliant rather than issue a fine was greatly appreciated.

With so many new pressures facing local businesses, we are glad our municipal government and its employees choose to work with and support us.

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A12 The Delta Optimist October 7, 2015

Endless ways to show favourite team some love BARBARA GUNN

LIVING MATTERS It started out innocently enough.

I bought a T-shirt. And then a hoodie.

Nothing over the top.

Nothing to suggest I was spending recklessly or getting out of control.

The T-shirt and hoodie had something in common.

Each was emblazoned with

the logo of My Favourite Team. It’s not been that long since I’d identified My Favourite Team, and I felt something of an urgency to fly the colours.

The T-shirt and hoodie began to cry for company.

At least, I thought I heard them weeping.

So I bought a jersey.

And a pair of pyjamas. And the sweetest winter jacket.

Again, all sporting the stuff of My Favourite Team.

The jersey? Heck, I told myself, a bona fide fan couldn’t be without one. The pyjamas? I could

hardly say no, given that they were 25 per cent off.

And the sweetest winter jacket? Well, OK, so it wasn’t exactly the cheapest winter jacket. But it looked so amazingly sweet.

The husband got in on the action. In a big way.

When he wasn’t watching The Favourite Team play or watching recaps of The Favourite Team’s games or previews of The Favourite Team’s next game, he was apt to be logged on to The Favourite Team’s fan store. Perusing, then purchasing.

Shoes began to arrive.

Then a clock. Then a pair of gloves, a scarf, a toque, a doormat, some boots, some golf club covers and a set of wine glasses. That’s right. A set of wine glasses.

Our house was beginning to shrink. The Favourite Team was taking over.

No matter what you might imagine, it was up for grabs.

The flags, mugs and bobble head figures might have been predictable. No so much The Favourite Team toasters, coasters and Tiffany lamps.

“Oh,” swooned the husband the other day. He was curled up on the couch beneath a Favourite Team blanket. He was wearing his Favourite Team sweatshirt.

Make that, ONE of his Favourite Team sweatshirts.

“Look at this” he said.

“The fan shop sells toolboxes. And dog bowls. And beach towels.”

“We don’t have a dog,” I pointed out.

“Right,” he said.

“And why would we get a toolbox? We’d have to put it in the shed, and heaven knows we want all our team

stuff out where folks can see it.”

“Right,” he said again.

Thing is, we have accumulated so much Favourite Team gear, it’s impossible not to see it, no matter where you go in our house.

Bathroom? Check out the towels. Den? Don’t miss the bookends. Patio? Take a look at the barbecue tools.

The other day we came across something we hadn’t seen before: a Favourite Team steering wheel cover.

Most folks, I reckon, would give it a pass. Ours should be here Friday.

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October 7, 2015 The Delta Optimist A13

We support people with developmental disabilities to…

Tyler enjoys his work on a coffee sleeve manufacturing line at Seaside Paper. He obtained the job in June after partnering with DCLS Solutions Employment to explore job opportunities and discover work that would be the right fit.

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Ken Whitney (left) and Walt Hayward are two of many Rotarians raising funds this fall for child and youth programs in South Delta through the sale of the 2016 Rotary Scenes of Delta calendar.

friendships and have fun.

And it’s all at no cost so there are no barriers there, thanks in part to these calendar sales.”

There over 60 sponsors of the calendar whose names appear throughout.

Their contribution pays for production and printing of the calendar and the lottery prizes drawn every week.

“That sponsorship allows us to devote 100 per cent of calendar sales to the charities or projects chosen for the year,” says Cameron.

“The lottery aspect of the calendar follows the strict protocols of the B.C. Gaming Commission, which receives a full report on the revenues and expenditures so calendar purchasers can be assured there is third party oversight of these proceeds.”

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Rotarian Lynn Cameron, who is the project leader.

“I can’t go into details until we can confirm some key partners in the project, but the whole community will benefit from it.”

A second beneficiary of calendar sales is the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards, which is a program of Rotary clubs around the world. This program focuses on interest in, and concern for, local youth as an investment in the future strength of our communities.

“RYLA gives young adults in our community an opportunity to participate in a four-day, leadership camp to network and learn with others,” says Cameron. “In this global program, held regionally, in this case in B.C., the young people hear from professional speakers, develop as leaders, grow as persons, form lasting

Please join us in celebrating Community Living Month this October, which recognizes the gifts and talents people with developmental disabilities bring to our community. This month we would also like to extend our thanks to Seaside Paper and all the other inclusive employers in our community. To find out more about our diverse services, or to make a donation, please contact us.

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Children and youth will be the focus of proceeds from the sale of 2016 Rotary calendars and lottery.

Rotarians are once again selling the calendars throughout South Delta with 100 per cent of proceeds going to local charities or service projects.

The 2016 calendar showcases the community of Delta: our farms and communities which grew up around them and our commerce, industry and people.

The calendar is also a lottery, with a relatively high possibility of winning cash prizes ranging from $100 to $1,000 in weekly draws throughout the coming year.

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October 7, 2015 The Delta Optimist A15

Students race around the Bay

Sixth annual cross country meet at regional park also acts as a fundraiser for the Hannah’s Heroes Foundation Over 1,000 kids from 16 elementary schools took part in the sixth annual Boundary Bay Cross Country Meet at Boundary Bay Regional Park last Friday.

Hosted by the RunInn Delta and Sacred Heart School parents, the meet

featured 12 separate races for boys and girls from grades 2 to grade 7. The kids ran between 1,300 and 1,800 metres depending on their age before taking part in a barbecue hosted by the TOOBs. “We had the highest participation ever this year

with 16 schools competing,” says meet director Kevin Ridley. “We were very excited by the turnout this year with a lot of the local schools coming back after missing last year and the weather held out for us again so it was a fun day.”

The meet was sponsored

by New Balance, Muscle Memory, Sungod Physio, DNA Data Networking, Brent Derrheim Golf, Service Master, the TOOBs, Save-On-Foods, Hammerberg Lawyers and the RunInn Delta.

“We have to thank all of our sponsors who gave time and money to help put on this event,” says Ridley.

“We could not do this without our sponsors and all of our volunteers who help out on the day.”

The event is also a fundraiser for the Hannah’s Heroes Foundation and every child who ran donated one dollar. Combined with help from sponsors, the meet ended up raising $1,600 for the local charity.

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October 7, 2015 The Delta Optimist A17 Car Care

Fixing your ride will help the environment

As we go about our daily routines, many of us consciously make small decisions that we know make a big difference to our environment, like recycling or turning off lights when we leave the room.

Every little bit counts but did you know this is especially true when it comes to our vehicles, which emit greenhouse gases (GHGs) when burning fuel?

According to Environment Canada, passenger cars and light duty trucks produce 13 per cent of all carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions in Canada and the average light duty vehicle produces roughly three times its weight in CO2 every year. That adds up to a lot of emissions in a vehicle’s lifetime.

Fortunately, there are some things you can do throughout the life cycle of your vehicle to reduce its carbon footprint: Buy smart When purchasing a new vehicle, do your research.

In addition to considering size, style and cost, consider the gas mileage and “green” features of a vehicle. Buying a more environ-

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Maintenance saves money Paying too much at the pump? Simple vehicle maintenance like keeping your tires inflated properly can save you up to four per cent on fuel and fixing serious mechanical problems can save you up to 40 per cent. All of that and you are reducing your vehicle’s CO2 output.

Part Replacement — the Ultimate Opportunity to Reuse Over time, parts wear out and need to be replaced, and in many cases, you can buy remanufactured parts rather than new.

Remanufactured parts work just as well as new parts, but tend to be less expensive and are better for the environment because less energy and raw materials are required.

Don’t be hasty Believe it or not, your driving behaviour has a big impact on your GHG emissions. Aggressive driving can increase your fuel consumption by up to 40 per

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‘‘Happy Thanksgiving Day’’ Turkey is a healthy food that need not be reserved strictly for holiday meals.

Turkeys are seemingly everywhere come October, whether it’s at your favorite grocery store, on television cooking shows out in the wild. Turkeys are the main course for many holiday dinners, and turkey leftovers also make for popular meals once holidays have come and gone. Although turkeys earn most of their attention during the holiday season, their health benefits can be enjoyed throughout the year.

Turkey contains roughly 34 calories and 1 gram of fat per ounce (33 grams) of meat. It is low in saturated fat and is a good source of protein. In fact, just one 3 to 4 ounce serving of turkey provides 65 percent of a person’s recommended daily intake of protein. Protein helps fuel the body and can help a person feel full longer.

People who are customizing their diets to protect against cancer may want to include turkey on the menu. Turkey contains selenium, which can promote healthy function of the thyroid and boost the immune system. Selenium also helps to eliminate free radicals in the body through its antioxidant power.

Those who need to increase their B vitamin intake also can turn to turkey. A serving of turkey has 36 percent of the daily allowance of vitamin B3, which helps process fats in the body. It also contains 27 percent of the RDA for vitamin B6, which helps maintain steady blood sugar levels, among other things. In addition to these vitamins, turkey also is rich in many minerals, including iron, phosphorous, potassium, and zinc.

While turkey is healthy, the way it is prepared can affect just how beneficial it is to one’s diet. For example, slathering the meat with butter or dousing it in rich gravies may negate some of turkey’s positive attributes.

One of the most popular ways to cook turkey is to roast it. Let fresh herbs and a citrus juice marinade add the desired flavor. Place the turkey on a roasting rack so that any fat will drain to the bottom of the pan. Baste the turkey with fresh marinade to keep it moist.

It’s best to cook any stuffing outside of the turkey so there is no potential for contamination by bacteria. Make stuffing healthier by using whole-grain rice, vegetables, dried fruits, and nuts in lieu of a heavy bread base.

From my family to yours, Happy Thanksgiving!

Leftover roasted turkey can be ground and used to make tacos and burgers or chopped and turned into turkey salad. The possibilities for leftover turkey are endless, especially for cooks willing to try their hands at something new.

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A20 The Delta Optimist October 7, 2015 In the Community

Service Week at Southpointe allows Create a centrepiece for the Thanksgiving students to develop connections

Forty-eight Grade 11 students participated in the annual Service Week at Southpointe Academy late last month.

Students visited the DYSL thrift store, Earthwise, KinVillage, Delta Parks and Recreation, Price Pro and Science World.

Students’ responsibilities ranged from helping with inventory and customer service at the DYSL thrift store, spending time with seniors at KinVillage and ivy pulling and tree planting with Delta Parks and Recreation.

Service Week at Southpointe Academy supports the school’s experiential approach to education by fostering connections between students and the community they live in.

By increasing the awareness of the student body to the opportunities that are in their own communities, students are being exposed to meaningful and purposeful work.

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Grade 11 students at Southpointe Academy took part in the Tsawwassen school’s annual Service Week last month by helping out at a variety of locations in the community, including the Earthwise Garden in Boundary Bay. ing connections that will be maintained throughout the year, not just a one-off

experience for the week or a fundraising initiative.

Experiential learning is

exactly that, giving the student the experience instead of telling them about it.

Earthwise Society’s new Fall Workshop Series will kick off on Saturday, Oct. 10 with an informative, hands-on session on creating a fresh and unique centrepiece for the Thanksgiving table.

At the 10:30 a.m. workshop, learn how to select and use seasonal materials from nature in a beautiful centrepiece or arrangement for your Thanksgiving celebration. Maureen Johnson, expert floral designer and gardener at Earthwise, will lead the workshop, and will cover important flower-arranging techniques.

Participants will get to take home their creations to adorn the table or mantelpiece. No prior experience is required to participate.

The timing of this workshop coincides with the Saturday Farmers’ Market at Earthwise. Come and

create your centrepiece, then enjoy browsing through the market and farm store for your other holiday needs afterwards.

The cost for the workshop is $20, including all materials needed to create your centrepiece.

Discounts are available for Earthwise Society members and volunteers.

Pre-registration is required so the workshop materials can be harvested and on hand in the appropriate quantity.

For more information on this event, or to register, call 604-946-9828 or e-mail info@earthwisesociety.bc.ca. Other Fall Workshop Series events will be announced shortly, as dates are confirmed.

The Earthwise Society Garden and Farm is located at 6400-3rd Ave. in Tsawwassen, just past the entrance to Boundary Bay Regional Park.

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The Brick enters year two of its partnership with Children’s Miracle Network® to help improve the lives of children and families across Canada and celebrates Brickley’s first birthday with a new Superhero Edition.

Following the great success of its inaugural year, The Brick launches its second year as a partner of Children’s Miracle Network in Canada. In the first year of its partnership with Children’s Miracle Network, The Brick raised nearly $700,000 for children’s hospitals across Canada.

“The Brick is a great Canadian retailer which has provided value to the homes of Canadians with a team of community caring staff that made the inaugural year of our partnership a great success,” said John Hartman, Chief Operating Officer, Canada, with Children’s Miracle Network. “We are thrilled to continue a partnership with The Brick that does have a real impact on the lives of children. We’re elated to have help from The Brick in raising funds for the equipment and research that help to save the lives of ill and injured children. Brickley is a good friend and role model to kids, whether they’re sick or healthy.”

“The Brick is proud to be part of communities across Canada and has a strong tradition of giving to these communities. We care about our neighbours – especially the youngest generation. That’s why we’re partnering with Children’s Miracle Network,” explained Jim Caldwell, President of The Brick Group. Both The Brick and Children’s Miracle Network believe in keeping funds in the region where they are raised. All proceeds from Brickley sales will go toward the Children’s Miracle Network member hospital that serves the community in which the purchase or donation was made. “The focus of our campaign is all about ‘Helping to Improve the Lives of Children, Brick by Brick’”, noted Jim Caldwell. “The reason we chose that name for our campaign is that we believe that every little bit counts towards making a real difference to the lives of children and their families. That’s what it is all about – improving lives and making a difference in our communities.”

In celebration of Brickley’s first birthday, The Brick is introducing the second edition, Superhero Brickley, to help raise funds for the organization. Brickley stuffed animals made by Gund are available in The Brick’s 220 stores nationwide and online. 100% of the net proceeds from the sale of Brickley go to Children’s Miracle Network in support of the local children’s hospital serving the community.

The Brick will be matching every dollar donated through from September 1, 2015 to February 29, 2016 up to a maximum of $100,000. Limited quantities of Brickley are now available.

October 7, 2015 The Delta Optimist A21 Coming Events Clubs & Groups Delta Stroke Recovery programs run weekly at the Tsawwassen United Church, 693-53rd St., Tsawwassen, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Thursday gymnasium classes also take place once individuals have been assessed at the Tuesday exercise session.

Details from coordinator: Dawn Sillett 604-946-2731.

Meditation classes in Tsawwassen with Buddhist monk, Gen Kelsang Thekchen. Learn how meditation and positive thinking allow us to access inner peace and happiness.

Tuesdays, 7-8:30pm at Tsawwassen Longhouse, 1710-56th St. Class is $12, or five for $50. Everyone welcome.

Delta Caregivers’ Network is offering an education and support group starting Wednesday, Oct. 7 from 1-3pm once a week for eight weeks. Cost is $50.

Subjects covered include caregiver stress, communication techniques, role and lifestyle changes, accessing and using community resources, and legal and financial issues. To register call the centre for Supportive Care at 604948-0660, Laurie 604-9433921 or Sylvia 604-9437596.

Delta Photo Club’s meeting Wednesday, Oct. 7, will feature prints that will be entered into the Canadian Association for Photographic Art in Nova Scotia. To complement, the second half will feature an award winning photographer, Kerri-Jo Stewart, who will conduct a workshop on “Ways of Seeing.” The meetings are held every Wednesday from 7:15 – 9:30 pm at KinVillage Community Centre, Tsawwassen. www. deltaphotoclub.com.

The Heart and Stroke Foundation’s free Living with Stroke program starts Wednesday, Oct. 7, for seven sessions in Ladner/ Tsawwassen. Please call to register 1-888-473-4636.

The Fraser Power & Sail Squadron has a safe boating course starting Oct. 8 in Ladner. For further information and to register call 604-786-5678 or visit www. frasersquadron.com.

Ladner’s popular Philosophers Café, now renamed, Kee Philosophers’, is back for their fall sessions. Kee Philosophers’ will resume

again on Friday, Oct. 9, 1:30-3:00 pm in the McKee Seniors Recreation Centre where we’ll be discussing the important question Greenhouse Growers – Is Agriculture Sustainable?

Ron Moes from Windset Farms in Ladner will be our guest speaker. Kee Philosophers’ is for anyone who enjoys learning or sharing their own insights and perspectives on interesting topics. It is free. No pre-registration necessary.

There is an earthquake preparedness seminar Oct. 13 at 7 p.m. at St. David’s Anglican Church, 1115-51A St., Tsawwassen, put on by the Delta fire department.

Call Philippa at 604-9434737 to register. More information at www.stdavidsdelta.com.

Gain comfort and confidence public speaking in a safe, encouraging environment. Ambassadors Tsawwassen Toastmasters meet 7 p.m. second and fourth Tuesdays at St. David’s Anglican Church, 1115-51A St. Next meeting: Tuesday, Oct. 13. Interested people, guests always welcome. Info: Susan 604-7865404.

Transitioning Through Divorce, Tuesday, Oct. 13, 7 – 8:30 pm at Tsawwassen Library. If you find yourself going through a relationship breakdown, coping with the financial aspects can be very difficult. This session is designed to help you organize and take charge of your financial affairs as you navigate through challenging times.

The South Delta Newcomers & Alumni meetings are held the third Thursday of each month at 7:15 pm at the Art Gallery, Kiwanis Longhouse, located at 1710-56th St., Tsawwassen. The club is for women who have moved to South Delta and Point Roberts, to introduce you to the community and help you make new friends. Join us on Thursday, Oct. 15.

Come support all of the wonderful programs offered at the Earthwise!

Earthwise Garden Society 100 Mile Banquet 2015 at Southlands Market Square (6400 3rd Avenue) Saturday, Oct. 17 at 6 p.m. Enjoy an amazing six course meal paired with delicious local wines and beer. Music by Bocephus King, Emcee comedian Billy Mitchell, silent auction, door prizes and more!

Tickets $125, tax receipts available. Call 604-946-

9828 or email info@earthwisesociety.bc.ca.

A Teen Volunteer Fair takes place Saturday, Oct. 17, 1 – 4 pm at the Ladner Pioneer Library. Are you a teen looking to volunteer or complete your required 30 hours? Meet local organizations needing volunteers, gather information and do some networking.

Delta Talespinners meet at 6:30 p.m. every other Thursday at members’ homes in South Delta to discuss and critique each other’s prose. More information - Paul: 604-9480682 or Jan: 604-946-8479.

Seniors Seniors’ Open House & Tea, Thursday, Oct. 8, 2 – 3:30 pm – Ladner Pioneer Library. Find out about eBooks and the many other free resources and services available at your local library while enjoying tea/

coffee and refreshments.

RSVP tyearsley@fvrl.bc.ca or 604-594-8155 X223.

Shari’s Saturday Social, Saturday, Oct. 10 - Doors open at 7 - Dancing 7:3010:30. The theme is Safari so put on your animal prints or dress as you please.

Dance to a wide variety of great CD music. KinVillage Community Centre 5430 10th Ave., Tsawwassen.

Tickets available at the door. $10 for members, $12 for non-members cash or cheque only. To reserve call Shari at 604-943-8755.

McKee Seniors Recreation Centre presents: Cabaret Night, Saturday, Oct. 17.

Bar 5pm, Buffet Dinner 6pm, Entertainment 7-9pm. $18 (members); $21 (guests). Entertainment: Suede Dogs. McKee Seniors Recreation Centre, 5155-47th Ave., Delta. Tel: 604-946-1411.

Arts Sidekick Players opens their 19th Season with Frederick Knott’s Wait Until Dark. This thriller will be at the Tsawwassen Arts Centre, 1172 56th Street, from Oct. 8 to 24 (Thurs, Fri, Sat) at 8pm and Sunday, October 18 at 2pm.

Bistro Theatre with limited seating! Reserve your seats now. Adults: $18, Seniors/ Students: $15. 604-2882415.

Sidekick Players will be holding auditions for Les Belles Soeurs by Michel Tremblay on Oct. 18 and 20, from 7pm to 9pm at their rehearsal hall in the Tsawwassen Arts Centre.

All roles are female, ages from early 20’s to 90! The majority are in 40’s & 50’s.

There are 15 roles.

This will be a cold read from the script. No appointments made for auditions.

First come, first served basis. Call backs, if neces-

sary, will be Sunday, Oct. 25. Please send headshot and resume to sidekickplayers@outlook.com.

Benediction Lutheran Church invites you to “Sing A Song With Me,” Saturday, Oct. 24 at 7:30 p.m. with singer/actress Christine Anton and special guest pianist/singer Perry Dickison and the music of music of Irving Berlin and Stephen Sondheim.

Tickets: $15, available at the door or call: 604-9433432. Benediction Lutheran Church, 5575-6th Ave., Tsawwassen.

The Coming Events column is published every Wednesday as a community service. If you have a nonprofit event, mail, drop off, fax, or e-mail (events@delta-optimist.com) the details to the Optimist by 3 p.m.

Monday. Submissions are subject to space limitations (no phone calls, please).

Away or busy on October 19?

You can vote in advance.

If you’re ready to vote early, you can vote at your advance polling place between October 9 and 12, from noon to 8:00 p.m.

Or you can vote at any Elections Canada office across the country any day until October 13 at 6:00 p.m.

For all voting locations, check your voter information card, visit elections.ca or call 1-800-463-6868 ( TTY 1-800-361-8935).

Elections Canada has all the information you need to be ready to vote.

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Sports hall inductees announced Class of 2015 to be recognized at a gala banquet later this month at the Coast Tsawwassen Inn

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The provincial champion 1990 North Delta Huskies basketball team compiled an overall record of 41-3.

Angeles to cap a tremendous career of accomplishment. With that, she became the first woman of Indian ancestry and first Indo-Canadian woman to win an Olympic medal.

Athlete: Greg Hamm — Swimming — Beginning at age 11 with the Delta Sungod Swim Club, Hamm was built for the pool. After his first national standard 200 backstroke time at age 15, he waited seven more years to represent Canada where he won a bronze medal at the 1998 Kuala Lumpur Commonwealth Games. Leading up to that, he captained a very strong UBC Thunderbirds swim team where he was recently inducted into the UBC Sports Hall of Fame.

Coach: John Batchelor – Hockey – A long-time North Delta resident,

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Batchelor has been involved with hockey for more than 30 years. With more than 24 of those years coaching in both North Delta and Burnaby, Batchelor has also won numerous provincial

championships. The list of players that Batchelor has coached reads like a who’s who of future NHLers.

Team: 1990 North Delta Huskies AAA — Basketball — Coached by

Bill Edwards, the North Delta Huskies compiled a 41-3 overall record. Starting the season ranked 2nd in the province, the Huskies promptly opened up with a 4-3 record. Those three

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Pamela Leila Rai won a bronze in swimming at the 1984 Olympic Games.

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losses were the last they would record. Riding a 32-game win streak they continued on and won the Fraser Valley championship.

Entering the provincials at the PNE Agrodome as the favourite, the Huskies met all expectations against tough competition, defeating the Richmond Colts 75-66 in the finals.

Pioneer: Don Lightbody — Soccer —The driving force behind the Sur Del Girls Soccer Association, Lightbody served as president for more than 18 years.

Sur Del provided opportunity for thousands of girls to participate in soccer over that period. Whatever needed doing, Lightbody considered it a mission to get it done. He also helped to set up soccer associations in Ladner and Whalley.

Sponsor: Randy’s Tire and Auto Service — Randy Scott — A perpetual supporter and sponsor within the community, through his generous support, Scott has enhanced and enabled kids in the community to participate and thrive. Gymnastics, hockey, softball and football are a few of the many sports where you will see the Randy’s Tire banners showing their support. He is also the past-president of the Tsawwassen Business Improvement Association.

Family, friends and the public are invited to join the Delta Sports Hall of Fame committee and the award winners at the banquet. Tickets are $60 and can be purchased until Oct. 10 by calling the Delta Gymnastics Society at 604943-0460.

See Page 24 for the Delta Sports Hall of Fame’s 2015 Sport Champions.

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The Delta Sports Hall of Fame has announced its class of 2015, which will be recognized at a gala later this month at the Coast Tsawwassen Inn. Headlining the Oct. 17 banquet will be 2012 Olympian and 2015 Pan American Games javelin gold medallist Elizabeth Gleadle, who will provide her experiences and insights into high performance athletics.

The Hall of Fame will also recognize a group of Sport Champions, for their athletic excellence over the past 12 months, at the gala.

Started in 2005, the Delta Sports Hall of Fame set as its goal “to celebrate Delta sport achievement, recognize excellence and honour past, present and future role models.”

This year’s Delta Sports Hall of Fame inductees for lifetime achievement include: Builder: Dave Buck — Hockey — Buck has contributed to North Delta, Lower Mainland and provincial hockey for more than 30 years. A long-time coach with the North Delta Minor Hockey Association, Buck served NDMHA and the Pacific Coast Amateur Hockey Association as president and in other executive roles. He continues to serve today as a director with B.C. Hockey overseeing the Lower Mainland District.

Athlete: Pamela Leila Rai — Swimming — A recognized member of the B.C. Sports Hall of Fame, the Swim B.C. Hall of Fame and the UVIC Hall of Fame, Rai has represented her community, province and country with distinction. Representing Canada from 1976 to 1987, Rai won an Olympic bronze medal in 1984 in Los

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Sport Champions to be recognized Group includes athletes Thormeyer, Aono, Petan, Cockroft, McNamara twins along with volunteer and coach

The Delta Sports Hall of Fame has announced its 2015 Sport Champions, who will be recognized at a gala later this month at the Coast Tsawwassen Inn. This year’s Sport Champions, who are being recognized for athletic excellence over the past 12 months, include: Youth Athlete: Markus Thormeyer — Swimming — After graduating from South Delta Secondary, Thormeyer had an amazing summer. Being named to the men’s national swim team for the first time led to a selection to the Pan American Games team where he won silver as a part of the men’s 4x100m freestyle relay and finished seventh in the 100m backstroke. He then competed in the FINA Junior World Championships in Singapore in nine events, winning gold in the mixed 4x100m freestyle relay.

Youth Athlete: Michael Aono — Track and Field — One of Canada’s premier young athletes, Aono had a whirlwind year. He was recognized as the top male

athlete at the B.C. High School Track and Field Championships after winning both the 200m and 400m events. Following this, he was selected to represent Canada at the World Youth Championships in Cali, Columbia. He is currently the top ranked athlete in Canada for his age in the 200m and 400m events and is ranked 11th in the world in the 400m.

Athlete: Nic Petan — Hockey — An up and coming hockey star, Petan has represented Canada four times at the national junior level, most recently winning the gold medal at the IIHF U-20 World Junior Championships where he tied as the tournament leading scorer. A second round draft pick of the Winnipeg Jets, Petan is continuing his dream of playing professional hockey by attending the Jets’ training camp.

Master Athlete: Jeannie Cockroft — Track and Field — A graduate of South Delta Secondary, Cockroft has a lifetime of athletic achievement.

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high jump champion, she was twice named UBC’s female athlete of the year and was inducted into the UBC Sports Hall of Fame.

A gold medallist at the Canada Games, National Indoor and Canadian Senior Championships, Cockroft has continued her career in masters track and field where she is ranked first in high jump and long jump.

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Swimmer Markus Thormeyer (left) and South Delta Sun Devils football coach Ray Moon (above) are among this year’s group of Sport Champions.

Coach: Ray Moon — first international medal Football — Moon has (bronze) at the U-19 FIVA guided the South Delta World Championships in Sun Devils football team Portugal. Their next stop as head coach for 10 years. was Nanjing, China, and During that time he has the World Youth Olympics won two B.C. high school where they won the silver AA provincial championmedal. To top off their ships in 2008 and 2013 indoor careers, they helped and most recently the AAA the South Delta Sun Devils win their fourth consecutive provincial championship in 2015. He has been on the AAAA B.C. high school staff of the U-18 provincial volleyball championship. team that went undefeated They are currently playing at the FBU International at Division 1 beach volleyGames in Texas. ball powerhouse UCLA.

dedicated volunteer and driving force behind the Tsawwassen Tennis Club, Hawkes has served this community since 1986.

Whether in an executive role as president or in a support role as maintenance director, Hawkes has ensured the club prospers.

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McMILLAN, Archibald P. May 09, 1940 − September 29, 2015

It is with sadness we announce the passing of our dear husband, father, and grandfather. He passed away in his sleep at home. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Sheila; daughter Heather Schmidt (Sam, Jacob, Matthew); grandchildren Ryan, Tyler (and their father Dave); and son Paul (Carly). Arch was born and raised in Vancouver, and wed his sweetheart Sheila in 1963, while serving in the Canadian Armed Forces. Soon after they moved to Tsawwassen where they raised their family.

Arch was actively involved in the Tsawwassen Baseball Association and the TOOBS. He loved spending his days sitting in the sun, reading a good book, with his dog Bonnie by his side. Arch had a love for animals and we know they all greeted him with kisses and tails wagging.

Even with his declining health, Arch was able to attend his son Paul’s wedding this summer and he was so proud to see him marry Carly. We have wonderful memories as a family of that day. We will all miss his wry sense of humour. There will be no service, he did not want the fuss. To honour his memory, in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Delta Hospital Foundation (604−940−9695) or the Delta Community Animal Shelter (604−940−7111).

"A life well lived. He will be missed."

STACEY, William (Bill) 1920 -a 2015

Bill was born in Rutland England in 1920.

He apprenticed at Rolls Royce, served in the Royal Navy and had 7 children. He was an adventurer and traveled the world with his wife Margaret.

They settled in Ladner 27 years ago. He passed away peacefully at Westshore Laylum on September 26th, just 3 days short of his 95th birthday. Predeceased by his loving wife Margaret 8 years earlier, he will be missed by his children and many grandchildren and great grandchildren. The family would like to express thier grattitude to the caring staff at Westshore and Dr. James for his ongoing support. No service by request.

Fond memories linger every day, Remembrance keeps them near.

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WIGGANS, Frances Geraldine (nee Wark) August 10, 1927 − September 27, 2015

It is with much sadness that we announce the passing of Geraldine. She left us at the age of 88 to join her husband Ed, her parents and her 9 siblings in eternal life.

Born and raised in Renfrew, Ontario, Geraldine met Ed in Kingston through her brother John and they married in 1948 and moved out west to BC and then on to Guyana, Quebec, Ontario, California, Australia, Ontario and finally returning to BC in 1997 − 25 homes in 60 years!

Ed and Geraldine spent their retirement years managing a heritage Inn in Kingston, Ontario; renovating their homes and travelling through the US in an RV. Geraldine spent her final years in Tsawwassen and Qualicum Beach volunteering at Senior Centers’ and her Church. She loved to read, play bridge, organize bridge luncheons and spend time with Family.

She leaves behind 5 children, 8 grandchildren and 5 great−grandchildren with another on the way! All she ever wanted to be was a mother and her family is a beautiful reflection of her caring heart.

Don’t grieve for me, for now I’m free I’m following the path God chose for me I took his hand when I heard him call I turned my back and left you all.

Geraldine will be laid to rest with Ed at St. Mark’s Church, Qualicum Beach on May 1st, 2016 − to commemorate their 68th wedding anniversary. A celebration of life will be held around that time. We are forever grateful to Dr. Peter Haslett, Dr. Hector Baillie and the staff of the Nanaimo Regional General Hospital for their care of Geraldine over the last few years.

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Production Worker, Mon-Fri Richmond. Call 604-2725758 or fax 604-272-0901

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Small/medium sized construction company located at Horseshoe Way Richmond.

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Heat and h/w included at Del Rio. To view these suites please call 604-454-4469 Georgia Court, Harbourside and Westport Bachelor suites available in the heart of Ladner Village.

Harbourside rent includes 2 appl, drapes and hot water.

Georgia Court heat is included. Westport has insuite laundry hook-up available. To view these suites please call 604-868-9453

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BY SANDOR Group hopes found there’s school he’s disappointe Voice Vancouver’ district is still in the but it’s not The busiest junction, according A traffic study found the intersection lta-optimist.co cuts almost books, as well Harvie told Jackson, who a significant At the committee’s decline of The areas and not housThe Centurymeeting sent back,imbal34 full-time closures but great sgyarmati@de students has municibeen regional per cent capacity. density 127 Lois the has Livable as the high to its special positions impact on Mayor have be eliminated becauseof a large percentage to the last weekbuild at municipal for 1,900 hall, Dave the ance in that updating it findings, is the intersection will at $4 million.Delta’s deficit tabbed assistance and learning needs board of directors, setback one particular with due to aresidents nt proposal group of kids,” major have of Halcrowon process of one-third of dealing of budget shortfall. $4 million are “unavoidab chairs Metro’s municipalitiesTurner Tsawwassen use transit residents are employed outside the of Highway 17 and 56th Street Avenue (59 per cent). resources The developme ing units Engineering hasn’t been Secretary the concepts intendent Garnetsaid acting superpality has been tossed Region Plan. Harvie said it See using growth agreed, saying at 72 per cent capacity. Among Turner said it’s not recommendwhile 93 per cent use their cars community.

The population is also they’re provided an update on the studydedicating The district The cuts alsole.” and Page Miller said treasurer Michelle the Southlands Ayres.

CAO Georgeregional plan likely to abide by the regional what the Southlands made while Ayres and include a reducit is that the other busier junctions are 5 balancing Century Group . andanyway. budget for tion in elementary proposed aging manythink of those motorists ed to allow intersections to reach during peak its periods. completed urbanism,by the end part of the books will come new back to the it’s not clear that will be the 2010/11

by Delta for “I provided the several senior staff appears a new into effect until to urban agriculture from 3 year public ian time, teacher teacher-librarschool strategy and will be for the district be be retired, Turner said, noting will at 16th Avenue (69 90 per cent capacity or higher. of next month. pageStreet Optimist with cuts and another$3.1 million in 42 per cent NDS56th won’t be considered yesterday, See TRAFFIC page land would 3 overview wouldn’t come time assigned criteria an SOUTHLA includes ts to theNoting it to secondary population will per cent) and 56th Street at 12th He said only seven per cent of of will examine limpacts y. 40 per cent of theSee $900,000 from agricultura made by The reductions which the time being.

Metro new amendmen lier this week.the proposed cuts ear- reserves. She noted 2011. municipalit to teaching positions, gifted studentsschools to support change what to consider was the decisionafter civic reserves are That TI thin and a given to the Sean special “Things can Michelle ultimately Despite additional is a Monday source the well as clerical needs support as two programs and the closure of new plan. recGYARMA finally and Century president notes there district can’t ist.com continue to Delta council Secretary Miller with a staff recently announced money and CUPE Vancouver ANDOR these applicarely A staff report staff. ondary studentsthat support sectreasurer growth stratBY S ati@delta-optim politicians agreed support the proposal decides, but having Almost 17 on. by the provup expec- proposal in the new ince to fund sgyarm teachers, y acad- on to send and emotional with behaviour “These are there builds ommendati not decisions es, the HST teacher wage increas- staff and an administrat16 support a hocke ntaryrefund any application tions sitting the community that “The kids, challenges. r that we Eleme tion will be ive posiback and It’s that commitmen as well as a previous Delta tations from A rumou h Bluff fees. and putting we’re consolidating time of t to fund all-day move is officials alsoeliminated. District In a Englis false, says into other behind the kinnote a reduction We’re not programs. sprun sure sign year again. emy at deal is Dale Saip.

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