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Premier Christy Clark signs an interior wall of a new storage tank during an event Monday at FortisBC’s LNG plant in Tilbury.

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LNG plant for TFN lands Members to be consulted before vote on proposed facility is held next month SANDOR GYARMATI

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The leadership of the Tsawwassen First Nation says it’s committed to ensuring best practices are used in every aspect of a proposed liquefied natural gas export facility at Roberts Bank.

The TFN and FortisBC on Monday made the surprise announcement that a proposal will be put to TFN members to build an LNG plant on Tsawwassen lands, a facility that would encompass 32 hectares (80 acres) of the First Nation’s 133 hectares (330 hectares) of industrial land.

The TFN plan was announced during a media event organized

by FortisBC at its Tilbury facility to celebrate the one-year anniversary of the groundbreaking of a $400 million expansion.

The proposed TFN facility would load LNG from storage tanks onto oceanbound carriers. The product to supply the facility would come via a pipeline from Tilbury.

The TFN leadership has promised that “every step will be done in a manner which is consistent with

TFN’s values and environhave a capacity of between Monday’s event, but only commented on the mental interests.” three and five million economic benefits of the Chief Bryce Williams metric tonnes of LNG for Tilbury plant expansion. said they would work with export annually. She said Jackson and Delta council their partners to ensure she hopes TFN members had previously expressed best practices are in place approve the proposal concern that Port Metro throughout the supply because global demand is Vancouver might see chain. growing.

Roberts Bank “We also as a future bulk think this liquids export project has hub. potential to be Saying he is relatively low determined to impact. We fight the plan, have very little Against Port new pipeline Expansion’s requirements.

Roger Emsley We would be told the seeking access Optimist, “It’s to an existing absolutely deep water port ridiculous to be and we have a PHOTO BY GORD GOBLE considering furcommitment Chief Bryce Williams extols the benefits of a ther industrial to an electric proposed LNG plant at the Tsawwassen First development driver power Nation . on an area that system,” he is so vital to said.

Williams along with wildlife.”

“I appreciate that this TFN chief administrative Emsley said he’s hoptopic is likely to generate officer Tom McCarthy ing Prime Minister Justin a lot of discussion in our Trudeau’s government will Lower Mainland area. Our and Chris Hartman, head of the TFN Economic take a more critical view of council would not be putDevelopment Corporation, port or LNG expansion at ting it forward if we did told the media following Roberts Bank. not think it was important the announcement they Delta South MLA Vicki and had a lot of good are still in the early stages Huntington, who was potential benefits for our of consultation with mem- briefed Monday, said the members and our future.” bers who will vote on the TFN members need to get Premier Christy Clark proposal Dec. 16. all the information they was also at the Tilbury Delta Mayor Lois can before making “a large event, telling the crowd Jackson also spoke at and serious decision” to the TFN facility would

live next door to an LNG storage facility. She added she has a number of concerns, including who will be impacted by the 10-kilometre pipeline as well as the electric transmission lines that will have to be built.

As far as where the ocean-bound ships would be loaded, that’s a question that remains to be answered as the port authority isn’t saying if ships would be docked at existing or future port facilities. Noting an environmental assessment would be required, a PMV spokesperson said the port is waiting for more information, adding the plan may or may not even involve ports lands.

A TFN news release only states “the storage facility would link to a vessel loading facility at Roberts Bank via a new pipeline.

Approximately five to six LNG carriers per month would visit the facility.”

Meanwhile, an environmental assessment is going to get underway on an application by WesPac Midstream Vancouver LLC to build an LNG export facility adjacent to the Fortis Tilbury plant.

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Another bid to rezone squash club property Owner looks to build pair of waterfront homes SANDOR GYARMATI

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The owner of the former home of a Boundary Bay squash club is making another attempt to replace the structure with new housing.

Acknowledging that public concern is known and anticipated when it comes to the property,

Delta council voted in favour Monday of sending the development application at 6788 Corbould Rd. to a public information meeting prior to going to a public hearing.

The owner wants to subdivide the property, currently zoned private recreational, into two lots in order to build two single-family homes.

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An application to do the same earlier this year was defeated but the owner is able to re-submit after six months. The new application is identical to the previous one.

The waterfront building at the site had been the longtime home of the Bayside Squash Club. The property is now owned by a numbered company represented by Yan Ling Wu. The club’s members lobbied against the rezoning and almost immediately after the first application was defeated, the membership was informed the owner was shutting the doors, leaving the club without a home.

The owner applied for a demolition permit for the building in August.

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The owner of the property that housed the Bayside Squash Club has put forward another rezoning application.

According to Delta’s community planning department, the building is in poor condition and would require significant upgrades to meet municipal standards. The squash club admits the building needs repairs, however, the executive insists it has an active group of mem-

bers working hard at keeping it running.

Noting the club was home to Delta’s only squash courts, the executive said “with a little tweaking” the building could become a thriving business.

Built in the 1930s, the building used to be a

community hall and a fish-and-chips restaurant before squash enthusiast Barry Clark purchased it in 1980 to be home of a new squash club. He would go on to partner with Tim Saunders, who eventually became the sole owner.

Saunders sold the property four years ago.

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Customers can now pick up a bottle of wine at Save-On Tsawwassen grocery store takes advantage of relaxed liquor laws DAVE WILLIS

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B.C. wine is now being sold at Save-On-Foods in Tsawwassen.

The grocery store launched its B.C. VQA wine section last Friday.

A company press release states the store now offers customers the added convenience of picking up a high-quality local bottle of wine at the same time as their groceries.

The store carries more than 900 varieties of wine from more than 150 wineries across the province.

Lindy Allen, who was

shopping in Save-On this week, agreed being able to buy wine in a grocery store is convenient.

“It’s about time.

Canada’s so behind the times in that sort of way,” she said.

Last year the provincial government introduced over 70 recommendations aimed at modernizing liquor laws, including the sale of beer and wine in grocery stores. The legislation also included the introduction of happy hour at pubs and expanded hours at government liquor stores.

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Save-On, customers can bring their wine purchase to the front tills along with their groceries as usual, confirmed company spokesperson Julie Dickson. If the employee working at the register is under age, a manager is called and takes over the transaction, she explained.

Miles Prodan, president of B.C. Wine Institute, said the store is using a licence formerly operated

by Tsawwassen’s Mud Bay Wines, which announced earlier this year it would close in September.

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Staff and volunteers are now gratefully accepting donations of toys and food for the annual Toy Depot and Christmas hampers.

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Tsawwassen filmmaker receives Emmy Award Film documents Jason DaSilva’s struggles with MS DAVE WILLIS

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Jason DaSilva has received an Emmy Award for his documentary When I Walk.

The filmmaker from Tsawwassen said receiving the award was a “really emotional” experience and that it was an honour to be nominated.

It was announced DaSilva’s film had won a News and Documentary Emmy in the Outstanding Informational Programming — Long Form category at a ceremony in September at Lincoln Center’s David Geffen Hall in New York City.

The film is about DaSilva’s struggle with multiple sclerosis. It’s described as “an emotional documentary filled with unexpected moments of humour and joy. When I Walk is a life-affirming film driven by a young man’s determination to survive — and to make sense of a devastating disease through the art of cinema.”

DaSilva, who now lives in New York City, was diagnosed when he was 25. Now 37, he says his

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Jason DaSilva (front) won an Emmy Award for When I Walk, a documentary that chronicles his struggles with multiple sclerosis. condition isn’t getting any better.

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When I Walk was also an Official Selection of the 2013 Sundance Film

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The Agency invites the public, Aboriginal groups, governments and other participants to submit their views in writing on the completeness of the information presented in the Addendum as measured against the updated EIS Guidelines. An opportunity for participants to comment on the sufficiency and technical merit of the EIS and the Addendum will be provided once the federal review panel is appointed.

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TED MURPHY

udos to Alex Gaio and Aaron Meier for getting the discussion going on the idea for a greenway in Ladner.

Even though the community’s topography would lend itself to a network of multi-use paths, there’s precious little out there in that regard. Oh sure, there are dikes as well as the Millennium Trail, which are good options when you’re looking for some recreation, but when it comes to getting around Ladner, going from Point A to Point B, there’s not much to help the active, incommunity commuter.

The two Delta Secondary grads have lived this frustration for years and are hoping to do something to rectify the situation. They also know a bit about what they speak as one of them is studying urban and regional planning while the other recently completed his studies to become an architectural technologist.

Sidewalks typically suffice for walkers and joggers, but it’s clear there’s frustration among cyclists over the lack of safe routes. You only have to read the comments on the Ladner Crosstown Greenway Bike Route Concept website (http://alex.gaio.me/ctg/) to get a sense of the irritation that exists out there.

My wife and I bought bikes for ourselves and our son a few years ago and began pedaling around town with the best of intentions. We have since opted for two feet instead of two wheels partly because it seemed cruel not to bring the dog along when going out for a bit of exercise, but more so because it felt like we were taking our lives in our hands by getting on our bikes.

Everything was fine once we arrived at one of the aforementioned recreation sites, but getting there was often an adventure.

A network of paths would go a long way to addressing that situation and would also link the folks in East Ladner cut off by the highway with the rest of the community, allowing many to leave the car keys at home when running errands and the like.

I recognize there are obstacles, financial and otherwise, to creating bike routes, but painting bike symbols near the curb on busy routes simply doesn’t cut it and keeps many would-be cyclists from embracing active transportation and, in turn, healthier lifestyles.

We need better, so let’s keep the discussion going.

Hard to believe FOI requests didn’t turn up any records

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an Robertson, who shares this space, wrote recently about his difficulty getting information on the new bridge that is planned to replace the George Massey Tunnel. Certainly, anyone who commutes from South Delta to north of the Fraser River will look favourably on the project, which is currently advertised to start in 2017 with a 2022 completion date.

But its approval did seem to happen quickly with none of the lengthy discussion and debate, which is endemic to our community. It is currently planned to be a 10-lane bridge on the current site of the tunnel.

Hopefully an extension of the Canada Line or light rapid transit in the future has been planned.

Since the new bridge will, in all likelihood, be tolled, it seems logical that public transit to the ferry terminal and TFN malls be available.

The cost of the bridge was not included in the recent “nonTransLink” TransLink plebiscite that was defeated. Perhaps the province was not set to roll the dice on the bridge.

Robertson was interested in how the final details of the bridge were decided upon so fast. Under the terms of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, he requested “materials such as documents, data

Community Comment TOM SIBA

analysis.” The response he got was that “although a thorough search was conducted, no records were located.” No records? This is a rather bizarre and questionable response. Not even an artist’s rendering?

There have been other cases that have been equally questionable. When eight employees were terminated by the Ministry of Health for allegedly violating the privacy provisions of the act, information was difficult to obtain with the claim the case was being investigated by the RCMP, which was untrue.

Subsequently the provincial government was sued by the terminated employees and settled out of court with a non-disclosure provision. Some are back working for the provincial government.

Freedom of information requests have been equally unsat-

isfactory on this file with the claim that no information is available. It is impossible to believe that eight employees were terminated without cause and there are no written records.

Perhaps code names are used such that nothing shows up when the item is searched. For instance, Massey Tunnel replacement could be “chocolate pudding” in the government files. Therefore, a search might show up nothing other than the premier’s favourite dessert.

I can see why politicians and political staff might not want their e-mails made available. E-mails are addressed to a specific individual or group of people and are without context. If you thought there would be more, and unknown readers, vastly more time would be spent authoring what should be quick conversation.

So why was such a dumb policy initiated? Perhaps the whole policy should be revisited such that private conversations are private and not subject to willful misinterpretation by other politicians or journalists.

At the same time the act should be revised to protect a reasonable expectation of privacy and not get overwrought when somebody’s customer list is compromised.

Tom Siba, an ex-publisher of the Optimist, saves all his e-mails.

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Letters

Much needs to be revealed about plan for bridge

Editor: Congratulations to MLA Vicki Huntington for her efforts to obtain clarity about the business plan for a new Fraser River crossing.

The massive bridge would inevitably have far reaching effects on South Delta.

Although the frustrations of drivers and businesses with delays and

congestion related to the George Massey Tunnel have led to the proposed bridge, there are many things yet to be revealed.

What will be the inevitable effects from a decision to build this $3.5-billionplus structure? Probably to transfer the gridlock further north and south on Highway 99. A complete public study was needed before such a rapid and

undemocratic decision was made by the provincial government.

One possibility is that much of the optioned farmland adjacent or close to Highway 99 will be then ripe for development, and is already eyed by the existing land holders. A thorough examination of all the effects of a new bridge is desperately needed before the steam-

roller of vested interests is allowed to proceed.

The need to spread the traffic congestion through incentives is urgent.

More than 80 per cent of peak time traffic through the tunnel is single occupancy, much of which could be shared or time adjusted. Many other countries have recognised this.

The methods are

well proven, and can be installed rapidly. The cost in capital expense will be far less, and the cost to drivers comparable, or even less than tolls for the proposed bridge.

The need for a new bridge is debateable, and the public have the right for such a debate. Yet Premier Christy Clark and Transportation Minister Todd Stone are firmly on

the road to further destroy South Delta.

Do you feel helpless and hopeless when you look at the results of federal and provincial decision on Highway 17 to the ferry? The future is going to be a blight of dreadful big box and maybe condos. What will hold greed in check?

There is a better way.

Peter Duffey

More respect needed at Remembrance Day ceremony Cyclists create all kinds We must give respect small children that are in when needed.

Editor:

First and foremost, thank you always to the veterans who are able to come out every year to our Ladner ceremony. It is an honour to watch you walk through our little Ladner Village. Your sacrifices will forever be remembered.

As well, a big thank you to visiting dignitaries and all service personnel who make our communities safe and are always there

Volunteers, your work is also noted, as I can only imagine the many hands that it takes to have a flawless ceremony take place.

Having the stations out a bit more this year made it possible for all to watch from a distance.

My only disappointment comes from adults that do not wait for the parade to come to an end. They rush past the cadets and

Beavers and Girl Guides in order to have a better view of the ceremonies.

Adults, yes, this is a message for you: Please be respectful of these little ones that chose to be in such organized groups.

Their time and dedication should also be applauded and respected. They don’t need you to barge in front of them just so you can have a better viewing area.

to gain respect, but the actions of adults with little regard for these little ones, and for others in their way, is undermining our children’s ability to learn respect and good manners, not to mention the disrespect shown for the ceremony itself.

Hoping for better manners next Remembrance Day. S. Smith

New prime minister names Traffic increasing on Arthur Drive Editor: We have been told affirmative action cabinet We have been living there will be a light at

Editor: With Justin Trudeau walking on the sunny side of the street, blazing a politically correct affirmative action trail for gender parity and diversity, who needs merit to get into a cabinet that looks like Canada.

After all, in this electoral day and age of political correctness trumping reality and the country

on the verge of going to pot, the new prime minister flamboyantly reminds us: “It’s 2015!”

With the media predictably fawning over the new prime minister and his every exuberant utterance, the love-in of style over substance will continue until inevitably harsh political reality sets in.

E.W. Bopp

off Arthur Drive since the early 1990s. With the construction of the South Fraser Perimeter Road, many people have chosen to use Arthur Drive instead of Highway 17A. The constant flow of vehicles makes turning left towards the village a very hazardous procedure.

Sometimes we have to wait several minutes until we get an opening.

the entrance to Kirkland House, but it will be pedestrian-activated. That location seems odd as the bus stop is just across Whitworth Crescent where many people coming from the vicinity cross Arthur Drive at their own peril to board the bus.

I hope the engineering department pays attention to this matter.

Guillermo A. Bustos

of problems for drivers

Editor: Re: Too risky to ride your bike in Delta, letter to the editor, Nov. 11 Yes, Kathy Bossort, it is a risky ride.

I use River Road a lot and this is what I encounter on my travels along it in my car: bike riders that ride two abreast, hold up traffic and will not move into single file so passing would be safer. They have no idea what is behind them or in front of them, have no helmets and, at dusk, no lights or reflec-

tors. They don’t signal or don’t know how to signal.

As I drive out to Tsawwassen along Arthur Drive, I come upon the Tour De Delta riders or riding club-type cyclists that think they own the road and that everyone should just get out of their way. I have seen them run red lights, stop signs and the like.

I also see cyclists riding on sidewalks and not obeying crosswalk signals.

Ernie Tobin

Good luck picking just one Editor: Re: Hats Off finalists announced, Nov. 4 Choosing the Citizen of the Year will require the wisdom of King Solomon.

How can any person or group pick just one from Doug Massey, Jim Stimson

and Jim Short? They are all outstanding men in our community and we are blessed to have each and every one.

Good luck in picking just one person… I simply could not.

Patricia M. Gowing

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This evening is open to ALL who wish to honor the loss of a loved one.

It is a time of candlelight, music and reflection, followed by a Reception.

There is no charge and no offering will be collected.

As sure as the sun comes up each morning, And Spring returns after Winter, So life returns after a season of grief.

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Custodial staff making Delta schools greener Energy conservation efforts continue to expand

Delta school district custodial staff recently gathered for a professional development afternoon geared at environmental initiatives in local schools.

“Our custodians really care about energy conservation in our schools,” said Steve Smoroden, manager of facility services for the district. “Every day they are committed to helping us lower energy use and reduce our carbon footprint.”

In addition to the daily work of making sure lights are turned off, appliances are unplugged, windows and doors are closed, and blinds are shut, custodians also perform energy audits and provide valuable feedback and ideas for increased conservation.

At the professional

development session, they discussed energy audit results, made note of the biggest culprits of items left on, brainstormed ideas for increased conservation efforts, reviewed communication regarding energy conservation and practiced using energy dashboards.

The dashboards provide real-time information about energy use in schools, allowing custodians to see what areas are using lots of electricity, heat and water at any given time.

At the session it was determined all staff need to play closer attention to certain items that are regularly left on, including coffee makers, microwaves and computers.

“It’s really important

that every staff member pays attention to his or her energy use,” said Debra Eng, the district’s energy manager. “While our school district has actually been incredibly successful in our energy conservation efforts, already reducing our use by more than 30 per cent over the past decade, we can do more.”

Custodial staff will soon be conducting another appliance audit to see how many non-district issued appliances are in schools.

Also, there will be holiday shutdown campaigns geared at making sure all appliances in schools are turned off and unplugged, that lights are all turned off, and that windows and blinds are shut before schools are closed for holiday breaks.

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Infuse some fun into the gloomiest time of year

Mirth Month would be full of amusements Ah, mid-November. Best time of the year.

Kidding, of course. This is, in fact, the dreariest time of the year - at least, in my estimation.

March has tulips. June has flip flops. August has Sun Fest. October has turkey.

And what does November have?

Umbrellas. Fog. Penetrating chill.

Sure, you can get your jollies by getting a jump on Christmas shopping, but you can’t do that all day, every day. Mostly, I find myself inside looking out, and wondering what the weather’s like on Oahu.

I propose, then, that something be done to lift the spirits at the gloomiest time on the calendar. Call it November Fun Day. Or better still, November Fun Week. Or better still, Mirth Month.

During Mirth Month — and hey, I’m just thinking out loud here — we’d immerse ourselves in all manner of amusements.

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work. Bingo games on the buses. Twister competitions at college.

Man, the possibilities are endless.

Fancy taking part in a pie-eating contest at the barber shop? Bring it on!

Like the notion of a puttputt course at the supermarket? A Mirth Month natural, I’d say.

Instead of longing for Oahu, we could set up our own tropical island — complete with sand, mai tais and ukuleles. At the library, perhaps. Or in the middle of the mall.

Mirth Month, by golly, could end up being some-

thing we look forward to all year long. It could, I reckon, even be envied by that smug little July, who thinks she’s the month that reigns supreme.

“Man,” we’d be moaning. “It’s only April. That’s means dozens of weeks until Mirth Month.”

Think March is special, given it signals the start of spring? Think May has it all, what with Mother’s Day, Victoria Day and those sweet-smelling days in the garden?

They’d never come close to Mirth Month, my friends, especially if high schools required all students to wear pirate costumes and all businesses were mandated to hang up dart boards and mini basketball hoops.

The month may still be dreary. Pirates and dart boards aside, we’d still have to put up with drizzle, darkness and that prewinter chill.

Not a problem, I say.

Give me a little mirth this month, and I’ll happily live with the rain.

Coping with Grief During the Holidays Looking for practical strategies about how to cope with grief during the holiday season?

Delta Hospice Bereavement Services is hosting a seminar: Wednesday, November 25th 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm Harold & Veronica Savage Centre for Supportive Care Bring your questions and thoughts. Family and friends are welcome. Grief counsellors will talk about grief and loss and discuss practical options for coping with the holidays and other special days.

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Visit 4631 Clarence Taylor Crescent in Ladner Please RSVP with number of people attending to 604-948-0660 or jean@deltahospice.org

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Tax Benefits & Charitable Giving Workshop Join Veronica Carroll, Executive Director of the Delta Hospital Foundation, at the Coast Tsawwassen as she presents a free information session: Tax Benefits & Charitable Giving November 24, 5pm - 7pm Guest Speaker: Tammy Hansen, CPA, CGA Cran & Company Attend this session to learn how to build a Plan that will ensure your loved ones are taken care of.

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Call for Nominations 2016 DELTA HERITAGE AWARDS HERITAGE AWARDS OF MERIT AND FRIENDS OF HERITAGE AWARDS Do you know someone who has done an impressive job of preserving, maintaining, or restoring a Delta heritage building?

Do you know someone or some group who has promoted and contributed to heritage awareness in Delta?

If so, please send your nomination for either the 2016 Heritage Award of Merit or the Friend of Heritage Award to: Committee Clerk The Corporation of Delta 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent Delta BC V4K 3E2 email: committeeclerk@delta.ca fax:

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Your nomination for either award needs to include: • Name, contact information and address of the nominee (note: nominees must agree to the nomination); • Description of the work in the form of photographs or written descriptions that will assist the jury in their assessment of the work; • Award for which nomination is made;

Recipients will be honoured by Mayor Lois E. Jackson at the February 15, 2016 Heritage Week opening ceremony. Heritage Award of Merit winners receive a brass plaque to commemorate their heritage building.

• The name and contact information of the nominator; • Owners may nominate their own projects.

To see the detailed criteria, please visit delta.ca/heritage and click on “Heritage Awards and Scholarship”

Deadline for Nominations: November 30, 2015

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Public Hearing – Tuesday, November 24, 2015 The Municipal Council of The Corporation of Delta will hold a Public Hearing, in accordance with the Local Government Act, to consider the following proposed projects and related applications. Please note the addition of Project No. 5.

Date: Tuesday, November 24, 2015 Time: 7:00 p.m.

Place: Council Chamber, Delta Municipal Hall 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, BC V4K 3E2 A Council meeting is scheduled to immediately follow this Public Hearing in the event Council wishes to give further consideration to any projects at that time.

Any persons who believe that their interest in property will be affected by the proposed projects shall be given an opportunity to be heard at the Public Hearing on matters contained in the bylaws and/or proposed by the applications.

Should you have any concerns or comments you wish to communicate to Council in advance of the Public Hearing, you can write to: Mayor and Council The Corporation of Delta 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, BC V4K 3E2 Fax: 604-946-3390 Email: mayor-council@delta.ca Correspondence addressed to Mayor and Council will form part of the public record for this Public Hearing.

To be considered, correspondence must be received by the Office of the Municipal Clerk no later than 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 24, 2015.

Project No. 1: Application for Rezoning (File No. LU007432) Location: 4463 River Road West, as shown outlined in bold on MAP NO. 1 Applicant: Wes Karsgaard, Karsgaard Construction Ltd. Telephone: 604-940-8484 Proposal: Application for Rezoning in order to legitimize the existing single family dwelling on the upland area and to permit a new float home on the adjacent water area.

“Delta Zoning Bylaw MAP NO. 1 No. 2750, 1977” FILE NO. LU007432 Amendment Bylaw No. 7469 To amend “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” by rezoning the subject property from I1S Special Light Industrial to Comprehensive Development Zone No. 462 in order to legitimize the existing single family dwelling on the upland area and to permit a new float home on the adjacent water area.

Staff Contact: Jimmy Ho – 604-946-3331 Web Location: November 2, 2015 Regular Council Meeting Agenda Item E.03 Project No. 2: Application for Rezoning (File No. LU007507) Location: 5102 8A Avenue, as shown outlined in bold on MAP NO. 2 Applicant: Howard Smid Telephone: 604-644-2754 Proposal: Application for Rezoning in order to permit subdivision and development of two single family residential lots.

“Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” Amendment Bylaw No. 7484 To amend “Delta Zoning MAP NO. 2 Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” FILE NO. LU007507 by rezoning the subject The Corporation of Delta 4500 ClarenceTaylor Crescent Delta BC V4K 3E2 (604) 946-4141 www.delta.ca

property from RS1 Single Family Residential to RS5 Single Family (550 m2) Residential in order to permit a two-lot subdivision and construction of a new single family dwelling which may include an in-ground basement and secondary suite on each lot.

Staff Contact: Jimmy Ho – 604-946-3331 Web Location: November 2, 2015 Regular Council Meeting Agenda Item E.06 Project No. 3: Application for Rezoning (File No. LU007537) Location: 8469 109B Street, as shown outlined in bold on MAP NO. 3 Applicant: Hardeepak Sidhu Telephone: 778-386-5711 Proposal: Application for Rezoning in order to permit subdivision and development of two single family residential lots.

“Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” Amendment Bylaw No. 7479 MAP NO. 3 To amend “Delta FILE NO. LU007537 Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” by rezoning the subject property from Comprehensive Development Zone No. 366 to Comprehensive Development Zone No. 366-A in order to permit a twolot subdivision and retain the newly constructed single family dwelling on proposed Lot 1 and to construct a new single family dwelling with no in-ground basement or secondary suite on proposed Lot 2.

Staff Contact: Susan Elbe – 604-946-3389 Web Location: October 26, 2015 Regular Council Meeting Agenda Item E.05 Project No. 4: Application for Rezoning and Development Variance Permit (File No. LU007203) Location: 5300 34B Avenue, as shown outlined in bold on MAP NO. 4 Applicant: Brian G Hart & Company Telephone: 778-999-8302 Proposal: Application for Rezoning in order to allow West Coast Seeds Ltd.’s business operation to expand and relocate to the subject property.

“Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” Amendment Bylaw No. 7456 MAP NO. 4 FILE NO. LU007203 To amend “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” by rezoning the subject property from A1 Agriculture to Comprehensive Development Zone No. 461, and to use the north portion of the property (approximately 2.2 ha) for West Coast Seeds Ltd.’s business. Specifically, the proposed uses include: seed trials, production, distribution and seasonal sales of seeds, demonstration and trial gardens, research and education centre, and office space. Those lands not part of the seed operation (approximated 4.2 ha) would be leased out for organic farming and actively farmed. The proposal includes retaining all of the Pybus Farm heritage buildings on site.

Development Variance Permit LU007203 To vary Section 5.2(b) of “Delta Subdivision and Development Standards Bylaw No. 5100, 1994” to waive road improvements to the collector road standard, ornamental street lighting, underground hydro and telephone servicing and ducting along the frontage of 34B Avenue to accept the current condition.

Staff Contact: Stephanie Johnson – 604-946-3269 Web Location: November 2, 2015 Regular Council Meeting Agenda Item E.05 Project No. 5: Application for Land Use Contract Discharge, Rezoning and Heritage Alteration Permit (File No. LU007339) Location: 4856 48 Avenue, as shown outlined in bold on MAP NO. 5 Applicant: GH Properties Inc. c/o Harvir Lalli Telephone: 604-825-2325 Proposal: Application for Land Use Contract Discharge, Rezoning and Heritage Alteration Permit in order to allow subdivision of the subject property into five single family residential lots with the Roycrest Grant Residence, listed on Delta’s MAP NO. 5 Heritage Register, being FILE NO. LU007339 restored and protected on proposed Lot 1, and new single family dwellings being constructed on proposed Lots 2 to 5.

Land Use Contract Discharge Bylaw No. 7462 To discharge Land Use Contract S.A. No. LU75-38 from the subject property.

“Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” Amendment Bylaw No. 7463 To amend “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” by rezoning the subject property to Comprehensive Development Zone No. 460 to permit: • Lot sizes ranging from 157.9 m2 to 363.7 m2.

• Maximum floor space ratio ranging from 0.65 to 1.02 which would permit house sizes of 161.7 m2 to 234 m2 in floor area.

• Maximum house height of three storeys.

• Regulations prohibiting secondary suites.

• Regulations restricting the height and size of accessory structures.

• Two off-street parking spaces for each lot. Parking for proposed Lot 1, which contains the Roycrest Grant Residence, would be permitted to have both required parking spaces unenclosed.

• No visitor parking.

• Maximum site coverage ranging from 38 percent to 50 percent.

• Maximum impermeable material coverage of 70 percent.

Heritage Alternation Permit LU007339 To regulate the preservation and restoration of the Roycrest Grant Residence in its existing location on proposed Lot 1 and the construction of new single family dwellings on proposed Lots 2 to 5.

Staff Contact: Stephanie Johnson – 604-946-3269 Web Location: November 2, 2015 Regular Council Meeting Agenda Item E.04 Additional Information: Additional information, copies of the bylaws, supporting staff reports, and any relevant documentation may be inspected until Tuesday, November 24, 2015.

Municipal Hall: Community Planning and Development Department Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday (except statutory holidays) 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday Website: www.delta.ca Email:

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he list of reasons to live in Tsawwassen is long and Tsawwassen Springs brings many of them together in one place.

The masterplanned community is at the heart of Tsawwassen Springs.

Construction started in 2009 but planning began well before that. Businessman Ron Toigo met with architect Wayne Fougere back in 2006 to discuss bringing golf and a residential community together. Unlike most golf course communities, the course surrounds the residential development, preserving the mountain and ocean views for both residents and golfers.

Toigo teamed up with several partners, including the late Pat Quinn, singer Michael Buble, talent agent Bruce Allen and Talisman Homes principals Ross Clouston and Phil Yee, to make the project a reality. The application to Delta council was approved

Tsawwassen Springs residents have a year-round golf course at their doorstep.

in 2008, after over 20 public meetings and hearings, and the project has been going full steam ahead ever since.

“The general appeal is that it is worry free living,” says Sarah Toigo, Director of Sales and Marketing. “We have seen people moving out of larger houses into similar or smaller square footage, and occasionally more square footage. We have also sold to investors, as the rent we are getting here is comparable, if not more in some cases, to Vancouver rent.”

The first phase of housing was completed in May 2011 and the new golf course opened in August 2012.

Phase three of the residential development, which includes 90 condos ranging from 553-square-foot studios to sprawling 2,600-square-foot penthouses, is currently selling and construction continues on phases four and five of the houses.

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Teamwork produces outstanding results Talented group put together by Ron Toigo creates masterplanned golf course community

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hato Holdings Ltd. and Ron Toigo assembled a small, talented team to make the vision for Tsawwassen Springs a reality.

The company worked with only one architect, one builder and one designer in planning the community.

Ron Toigo met with architect Wayne Fougere in 2006 and the two started discussing how a golf and residential community could work.

After first looking at more conventional designs, the plan for Tsawwassen Springs began to take shape in a more unconventional way. Most golf course residential developments have the housing built up around the golf course. However that didn’t feel right for the area and Fougere made the residential aspect the heart of the masterplanned community with the golf course surrounding the homes.

With stunning views of the mountains and water, this design helped preserve those views for both golfers and residents.

Fougere, who is a member of the Architectural Institute of British Columbia and spent 11 years with Laidlaw Architecture before establishing his own practice in 1994, looked to the past when designing the community, which has an Arts & Crafts feel with its distinctive overhangs, big windows, high ceilings and extensive use of wood and stone Toigo raved to Fougere about the buildings at Torrey Pines in San Diego, so the architect looked into the early-1900s architects that inspired the look of that development.

The design also integrates the surrounding nature with a respect for the environment.

Toigo brought in Talisman Homes, headed

by Ross Clouston and Phil Yee, as project and construction managers. The pair has been developing communities and building upscale townhomes, condos and single-family homes in the Lower Mainland since 1995.

They say they don’t build cookie-cutter homes and Tsawwassen Springs has something for everyone, and whether it’s a

one-bedroom condo or a 3,000-square-foot home, the quality of the workmanship and attention to detail remains the same.

The environment is also top of mind with Talisman. The company prides itself on maintaining good indoor air quality, using paints and carpets that don’t give off potentially harmful gases. Every home, including all the condos, are equipped with a heat recovery ventilation system so residents are always breathing fresh air. As well, every residence comes with a parking stall outfitted with an electrical outlet to charge a golf cart or electric car. Every condo building includes a geo-exchange system, which uses the earth’s natural heat to heat and cool the building.

All the condos have been LEED certified, which is a green building rating system.

Designer Marie Knockaert, principal at Different Designs Group, continued the environmentally-friendly theme throughout the homes with energy efficient appliances and materials. She sourced more sustainable tiles for bathrooms and laundry rooms, eco-engineered wood flooring and natural wool Berber carpets.

But Knockaert ensured that style and comfort were not sacrificed for the sake of the environment. Bathrooms feature heated floors while the kitchens are outfitted with high-end stainless steel appliances, and there are four different interior design colour palettes, and eight different floor plans, for buyers to choose from.

“These options allow [homebuyers] to participate in the look of their home,” says Sarah Toigo, Director of Sales and Marketing. “Lots of people want to be able to build a custom home, but don’t have the time or interest. This allows them to customize within our parameters.”

The small team behind Tsawwassen Springs ensures every home has the same high standard of quality construction, design and attention to detail.

(Top) Well-appointed bathrooms feature heated floors and sustainable tiles.

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(Bottom) The masterplanned community features a Ted Lockedesigned golf course and a variety of housing options ranging from a one-bedroom condo to a 3,000-square-foot home.

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ctive living is the name of the game at Tsawwassen Springs.

The development’s main attraction is, of course, the new golf course, featuring 18 holes with a natural twist.

Course designer Ted Locke was brought on board to design a whole new layout while still incorporating elements of the old course, including Gordy’s Bridge. He also kept more than 30 trees, moving them from the southern part of the old course to the north.

Tsawwassen Springs Golf Course is a Par 70 and has a big course feel without the

long walks. The course features a distinctive serpentine channel that twists and turns through eight new holes on the north end with 10 significant ponds throughout.

While providing a challenge for golfers, the channel and ponds are also part of the development’s commitment to creating habitat for local waterfowl, like the Great Blue Heron. More habitat was created than lost with the project.

The year-round course also features a short game practice green, a putting green and a covered driving range with 11 heated stalls.

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The masterplanned community is now home to Tsawwassen Wellness Centre, which offers a variety of services, including Pilates, yoga and CoreAlign classes, post-injury rehab and massage therapy. Sungod Sports + Orthopaedic Physiotherapy Clinic has also moved in. In addition to physiotherapy, Sungod provides athletic taping, functional assessments, post-surgical care, sport rehab, concussion evaluation, and strength and conditioning services.

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(Above) The Par 70 layout has a big course feel without the long walks.

Mike Hamill’s Lifestyle Fitness Centre brings a new concept to the area – frontline, high-level fitness training with full spectrum health and medical resources to support the training programs.

Tsawwassen Springs has ample opportunities for those looking to enjoy the great outdoors.

There’s a community garden tucked in one corner of the site and a dog park in another.

Paths provide access to the beach and a venue for biking, hiking and running; and a kids’ play area provides the perfect spot for the little ones to have some fun.

Talisman Homes is proud to provide Project Development and Management services to Tsawwassen Springs.

We sincerely thank all our consultants, trades and suppliers for their outstanding contribution to this wonderful development.

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he masterplanned community, which features a mix of condos and homes all surrounded by a brand new allseason golf course, brings together all the best elements of what people love about living in Tsawwassen.

“I grew up in Tsawwassen, and I think what makes this the best kept secret is that people are still friendly and good to each other,” says Sarah Toigo, Director of Sales and Marketing with Tsawwassen Springs.

“You go for a walk on the dike, and people you pass say ‘hello,’ and it’s not because you know them. It’s super safe. It’s sunny here. We have three times as much as the rest of the Lower Mainland, and you get this super sweet, charming, small town life, with big city proximity. It’s the best of everything.”

Tsawwassen has maintained its small town feel over the years. With a distinct lack of big chain stores and a charming mix of small, locally owned retailers, Tsawwassen

is a boutique town – but it’s just 20 minutes to the airport and 30 minutes to downtown Vancouver.

There is a lot of change underway, however, bringing more amenities and infrastructure upgrades, including the Tsawwassen First Nation malls, bridge replacement of the George Massey Tunnel, the South Fraser Perimeter Road, which opened two years ago, and other highway widening, which will add to the current and future value of the area. Now is the time to buy, Toigo says, before housing prices start to climb.

The changes likely won’t have an effect on Tsawwassen’s charm, she adds.

“With that said, Tsawwassen is a peninsula, so we are limited as to how far we can expand,” Toigo says. “So I expect our small town feel to stay just as charming.”

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here’s an air of excitement around Tsawwassen Springs this week with the opening of several new features.

Pat Quinn’s Restaurant & Bar opened its doors for the first time this week.

The new restaurant honours the Big Irishman, a well-known and loved NHL hockey player and coach, and one of the original partners in Tsawwassen Springs, who passed away last year.

“There’s Sinatra’s at Wynn’s in Vegas, Arnold Palmer’s in Palm Springs, Don Shula’s in Miami, and these are great restaurants that acknowledge these guys for the icons they are in their communities,” says Ron Toigo, Managing Direc- tor of Shato Holdings. “Pat Quinn was second to none in this community.

He knew a lot about hockey and building a team both in an office and on the ice. Pat also knew a great restaurant, having eaten at a lot of the best ones around the world.

We talked about this with Pat, and creating a restaurant with exceptional food and ambience that everyone will feel comfortable at was something he was passionate about.”

Described as a classic West Coast grill, Pat Quinn’s Restaurant & Bar combines comforting, high-quality fare with impeccable service.

“This is a place to honour the man and the legend, and enjoy a refined atmosphere with all the class and passion he brought to the game,” says Tsawwassen

Congratulations Tsawwassen Springs and your team!

You’ve made this new community even better.

We celebrate the opening of your new Clubhouse and Pat Quinn’s Restaurant & Bar. A fitting tribute to a beloved hockey icon in the heart of a growing community.

We are proud to work with you on your residential development and sales. From our team to yours, we wish you continued success, Mel Beaton, Nicola Collins, Jennifer Neville, Will Green, Katherine Landrath, Yvonne Tang, Paige Derouin and Korrie Leung.

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“Pat was a great friend that I really enjoyed being around,” says Bruce Allen, talent agent and Tsawwassen Springs partner.

“We have been partners in a number of ventures with Ron over the years, and we ate at a lot of great restaurants, so we all know a quality restaurant when we eat at one… it will be apparent to everyone that the Big Irishman would have been right at home.”

Located right next to Pat Quinn’s Restaurant & Bar is the new Springs Ballroom at Tsawwassen Springs.

The largest ballroom south of the Fraser River at 6,300 square feet, the

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Springs Ballroom offers a versatile venue for a variety of events – intimate or largescale weddings, golf tournaments, corporate retreats, family gatherings, community activities and charitable events.

The room can be divided into up to four private rooms with each offering floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Tsawwassen Springs Golf Course and the North Shore Mountains.

The ballroom hosted its first events this month with the annual Delta Hospital Foundation Moonlight Gala on Nov. 7 and will be hosting Delta Chamber of Commerce’s upcoming Hats Off to Excellence awards gala on Nov. 20.

Another new feature, Skating on the Fairways at Tsawwassen Springs, opened to the public this week.

The outdoor rink, which is located on the 11th green directly in front of the new Pat Quinn’s Restaurant & Bar, celebrated its grand opened yesterday with a tree lighting.

The tree, adorned with thousands of colour-

ful lights, provides a magical backdrop as holiday music fills the air.

The rink will be open daily until Sunday, Jan. 3. Admission costs $10 for adults and $5 for children with $1 from every admission fee going to be CKNW Orphans’ Fund.

The rink is open 5 to 9 p.m. weekdays, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturdays and 1 to 9 p.m.

Sundays. To celebrate Christmas holidays, the rink will also be open 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. from Dec. 19 until Jan. 3.

There are no skate rentals (bring your own) and helmets are required for all children under 14.

Tickets will be bought at rink or by emailing icerinkevents@tsawwassensprings.ca Skate times are limited to 90 minutes based on capacity and cleaning of the ice.

Tsawwassen Springs will soon be home to South Delta’s first drive-thru coffee shop.

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On Saturday, November 7th, the 17th Annual Moonlight Gala presented by MK Delta Lands Group, raised a record $320,950 NET for Delta Hospital Foundation thanks to the generous support of the 324 guests in attendance. Late in the evening after a night of enthusiastic fundraising, fireworks announced that Delta Hospital Foundation’s $7.5 million Results: Healthy & Growing Campaign target had been reached, and all those present joined in celebrating the momentous occasion.

Delta Hospital Foundation Board Chair, Allan Baydala, said that the Foundation was delighted to be able to announce the conclusion of fundraising for the Diagnostic Services expansion, supported also by large donations already received from Shato Holdings Ltd. and the Toigo family, the Delta Hospital Auxiliary, and Delta Agricultural Society. “With the support of our generous community on the night, we can now pave the way for future growth to take place at Delta Hospital. We couldn’t be more excited!”

Delta Agricultural Society was acknowledged as this year’s tribute, giving thanks for the significant contributions, commitment and generosity to both leadership and philanthropy that they have

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demonstrated towards Delta Hospital and within the community. Jack Bates, Vice President of the Delta Agricultural Society, accepted the plaque on behalf of the Society, which was this year presented by Tribute Sponsor Port Metro Vancouver.

The first ever large scale event to be held at Tsawwassen Springs went off without a hitch, with the new venue transformed into a Whimsical Wonderland for the Foundation’s signature event.

With guests decked out with whimsy, and other touches including a strolling bar and songs from Tony Barton “Sharp Dressed Man”, a night of entertainment was enjoyed by all.

The evening was kicked-off by emcee Steve Millen, past Board Chair for Delta Hospital Foundation, continued with an exciting live auction hosted by auctioneer and Delta Councillor Ian Paton, and ended with music and dancing.

Joanne Barnett, from Presenting Sponsor MK Delta Lands Group, described this year’s event as “yet another awe-inspiring demonstration of the support that the community has for the Foundation and Delta Hospital. We were so

happy to stand alongside the Foundation in presenting this fantastic night to our community, with great results for the hospital we love.”

“This annual event would not be possible without the hard work and generosity of many people in our community. A big thank you to all those that helped make this event come alive: sponsors, auction prizes, donors, event volunteers and Chairs of the organizing committee, Pam Paton and Don Sangster,” said Veronica Carroll, Executive Director of Delta Hospital Foundation.

The annual Moonlight Gala is the Foundation’s largest fundraiser of the year.

For opportunities to support and promote the 2016 Moonlight Gala, please contact Special Events Manager, Sharla De Groote at 604-940-9695 or sharla.degroote@dhfoundation.ca

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Jack Bates accepting the Moonlight Gala Tribute Plaque on behalf of the Delta Agricultural Society.

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Community Taking a SHINE to local art!

Names: Maverick, Cruz and Rowan Ages: 1½, 3, 1½ Occupation: Kids What is the activity?

Public swim session.

Where and when does this take place?

We swim in the evening at the Ladner Leisure Centre, especially in the winter when it is cold and raining outside.

How often do you participate?

Every 2 weeks during the winter months.

Why did you get involved in this activity?

It is fun to teach the children to love the water and to become good swimmers.

What do you like best about this activity?

It is relaxing, clean and warm.

How does it benefit your life?

It keeps us active and healthy.

Did you know that getting your baby used to water is important from a safety point of view and is great fun too? Babies and toddlers love being in warm water, and swimming is the perfect exercise for little ones. The water allows their muscles to move freely and they’re supported by its buoyancy. Helping your young children feel confident and relaxed in the water can make swimming a fun way to exercise for both of you.

Delta Parks, Recreation & Culture offers many opportunities for family fun in the pool. Try out our TGIF Family Fun Nights, or drop into one of our special event swims. For more information, visit Delta.ca, stop by your local recreation facility to pick up a copy of the Fall 2015 / Winter 2016 Leisure Guide, or call 604-952-3000.

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About 25 members of the Artists in the Village Society had work on display in SHINE, a show and sale held last Saturday at Ladner United Church.

Art Has A Voice at Gallery 1710

Public invited to reception for biggest show ever by guild members from 4 to 6:30 p.m., to feast, be merry and enjoy the biggest and most colourful show ever put on by guild members.

There are 162 original paintings on display in Art Has A Voice. They come in all sizes and prices ranging from very small to large,

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The South Delta Artists Guild opens the Christmas season with a special reception tomorrow afternoon at Gallery 1710.

The public is invited to the reception, set to run

and in a wide range of medium and style, even including work newlyinvented by the artist.

Art Has A Voice runs to Dec. 20 and during that time (in specially marked corners of the gallery) the guild will accept art supply donations for Deltassist’s

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Healthwise

Getting back to an exercise regime post-baby Stroller walking is ideal way to get back into a routine as well as a reason to get out of the house out with your favourite abdominal exercises and gentle stretching.

Many women are anxious about getting their bodies back as fast as possible after having a baby, but it takes time. The key is to choose activities you

KRISTA POPOWYCH

Optimist contributor

As many women can attest, fitting in exercise is a challenge at the best of times. Add a newborn to the mix and the task seems daunting.

Starting to get your body back post-baby is important both physically and emotionally. As you begin to feel better about yourself, you’ll have more energy to get through the long days and nights.

Getting stronger will also help with the heavy lifting that is about to ensue.

Babies come with a lot of gear. Lugging around awkward and weighty baby seats, diaper bags and strollers is part and parcel to the new mom entourage. Your tiny baby will also get heavier.

Babies can double their weight in six months and an eight-pound bundle of joy could reach over 25 pounds within a year.

The appropriate time to return to exercise varies between women and their health professionals. Most new moms can begin with easy walking two weeks post delivery. A physician’s go ahead for a gradual return to your pre-pregnancy exercise program usually occurs at six weeks postpartum.

Most changes in the postpartum mom’s body are noticeable within the first four to six weeks after delivery. But many experts agree that muscles, tendons and joints don’t return to pre-pregnancy state for quite awhile.

Added care should always be considered when embarking on a new or returning exercise program.

Stroller walking is ideal for getting back to regular exercise. Getting out of the house is very important, even if you’re hiding your pajama top under your parka. The combined fresh air and movement will do wonders for your psyche.

To establish a cardio workout plan, pick up the speed of your stroller walking for one to two minutes and then go easy for one minute. Repeat the faster and slower walking intervals for four to six sets. As you get fitter, increase either the number of sets or length of the total workout. Always begin gradually, wear

award-winning exercise professional and mom of two. Join her this month at the Baby Daze postnatal drop-in at the South Delta Health Unit for more exercise advice. She can be reached at info@kristapopowych.com.

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Community

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Right: The Reach Foundation board includes (from left) Bob Mann, Barb Wallick, Tom Siba, Jeff Scott and Norman Stark. Missing are Tanya Corbet, Katherine Bamford, Valerie Bartlett, Denis Horgan and Agnes Douglas.

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Coun. Sylvia Bishop, Reach’s municipal liaison, acknowledged volunteers that serve on the society and foundation boards, those who help in programs and those who plan and work on events and participate in FINDS social enterprise.

Last year, Reach’s 60 volunteers contributed a total of 3,659 hours.

Reach also welcomed a new board of directors for both the society and its foundation for the coming year.

Donna Burke, new president of the society board, thanked outgoing president of six years Rob vanSpronssen, saying he leaves big shoes to fill.

Two new directors were welcomed to complete this year’s society board of seven that will oversee Reach’s programs and ser-

vices.

Barbara Wallick is the returning chair of the foundation board, which is comprised of 10 members committed to helping Reach raise the $1 million remaining in its campaign to build a child development centre in the heart of Ladner.

During the evening, all board volunteer directors shared their personal reasons for becoming involved at Reach.

Explanations ranged from having a child with special needs and wanting to give back to a desire to have the best possible future for all children.

A new video, The Reach Volunteer Experience, was also shown and can be viewed on Reach’s YouTube channel.

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Doors will open at 6 p.m. with dinner and dessert bar beginning at 6:30 p.m. Music gets underway at 7:30 p.m. There will be a cash bar, raffle and 50/50 draw.

Tickets are $30. They are available at Angela’s Boutique in Ladner Village or by calling Stevens at 604-946-9902. Deadline is Nov. 24.

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Feedback BACKGROUNDER: Shoppers picking up their groceries can also grab a bottle of red or white because, as now allowed under the province’s revamped liquor laws, wine is starting to appear on the shelves of grocery stores in B.C. That also includes the Save-On-Foods in Tsawwassen. The Optimist asked:

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Robert Dynneson

I support it. Liquor laws should be modernized, and I think most of us can agree.

Michel Blanchette

It’s been in the stores in Quebec for 30 years at least.

I don’t see why not.

Glenn Kirkwood

I don’t think it’s going to be reflective of the American experience with the liquor control board in charge of the pricing. I don’t think you’re going to see the level of competition. It’s just another avenue to purchase your product

Richard Glasner

I believe it’s a great idea.

They’re using the proper legal methods to sell it. It is separated. I think it’s a great idea.

Gerry Racich

I like it. It adds another element to the store. My big thing is, I want to keep this store viable because big boxes are coming. I think the more options, the more variety you have in this store, the more people will come. I want to keep our local businesses alive.

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Community Coming Events CLUBS & GROUPS Living Fully… Dying Neatly, Wednesday, Nov. 18, 3 – 4:30 pm at the Tsawwassen Library. Learn how to effectively plan your exit.

Minimizing probate and taxes and choosing the executor and power of attorney will be discussed along with transferring assets to heirs and/or charities and more.

Delta Photo Club’s meeting this Wednesday, Nov. 18 ‘Practical Table Top Shooting’ will be hosted by well-known photography instructor, Francois Cleroux.

Bring your cameras, tripods, and 50–100 mm or macro lenses for what promises to be an inspiring evening.

Stations such as oil and water will be set up for you to try. DPC meetings are held at KinVillage Community Centre on Wednesday evenings 7:15-9:30 pm. Guests welcome. A nominal fee for guests will be charged for this event.

Vegetarian, Vegan, and Raw Nutrition Update at the Ladner Pioneer Library, Thursday, Nov. 19, 7 – 8:30 pm. Where do you get protein? Are carbs good or bad?

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Get answers to these questions and more, with Vesanto Melina, a registered dietician. Also at the Tsawwassen Library, Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2 – 3:30 pm.

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Barn Owls in Delta - Learn about Delta’s barn owl population and what can be done to protect this threatened species. Hosted

by MLA Vicki Huntington, this free event will feature speakers including researcher Sofi Hindmarch, a short film, a live barn owl, and more. Put on by Wilderness Committee, Earthwise Society, OWL, Delta Naturalists’ Society, and Boundary Bay Conservation Committee.

Saturday, November 21, 2 pm at Earthwise Society (Southland’s Red Barn), 6400 3rd Ave, Delta.

The Tsawwassen Order of Old Bastards (“TOOB”) is holding its annual general meeting at the Tsawwassen Legion, #22–1835-56th St. in Tsawwassen on Sunday morning, Nov. 22. Doors open at 8:30 a.m., free breakfast at 9 a.m. followed by our business meeting starting at 9:30 a.m. If you might be interested in joining TOOB, please attend the AGM and get to know us.

Ambassadors Tsawwassen Toastmasters meet Nov. 24, Dec. 8 at St. David’s Anglican Church, 1115-51A St. Regular meetings are second and fourth Tuesdays at 7 pm.

Guests are always welcome to check out members practicing and improving their public speaking and leadership skills in a safe, encouraging atmosphere. Call Susan at 604-786-5404.

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Coping with the Holidays.

Grieving for a loved one?

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Earthwise Christmas Wreath Workshop, Saturday, Nov. 28 at 10 am Earthwise Society-6400 3rd. Ave., Tsawwassen. Make a beautiful evergreen wreath to take home-all materials includedcost $20. RSVP 604-9469828 or info@earthwisesociety.bc.ca.

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SENIORS Eclectic Café, Saturday, Nov. 21, 7 to 9 p.m. at McKee Seniors Recreation Centre.

Music in the ‘60s Coffee house style. Feature artist Howard Solverson & guest. Members $3; guests $5. Coffee and tea will be served.

FUNDRAISERS BC SPCA Richmond Volleyball Tournament for the Animals, Saturday, Nov. 21, 10am-5pm at Delta Secondary School. Register in advance to get a spot All proceeds benefit cruelty investigations and animals in need. $225 to register a team. 604-277-3100 or richmond@spca.bc.ca.

A Christmas bake sale will be held Saturday, Nov. 28 from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Ladner Lawn Bowling Club, 5128-47th Ave. Come and enjoy a cup of tea, coffee and a delicious scone.

Pick up some yummy treats including cookies, muffins, bread, fudge, squares and more.

SPECIAL EVENTS Jewelry Sale – Nov. 28 new inventory of jewelry &

Christmas Village Bazaar at Ladner United Church on Saturday, Nov. 28, 10am2pm. Christmas shopping, silent auction including baskets, lunch, crafts, collectibles. Family friendly.

There will be a boat and light parade and Christmas carol singalong with Ladner Gospel Assembly Friday, Dec. 4 and Saturday, Dec. 5 at 7:15 p.m. both days at the government dock at the foot of Elliott St. Hot chocolate will be served both nights.

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DELTASSIST FAMILY & COMMUNITY SERVICES

Sunday at 3! A new concert series starting Nov. 22 at Ladner United Church.

Premiere performance with Chloe Meyers, violin and Alex Weimann, piano. Art exhibit by Marilyn Atkey. $10 at the door.

Deltassist Family & Community Services Volunteer Drivers Help seniors maintain their independence by driving them to and from medical appointments. This is an on-going flexible position. Must enjoy working with seniors and have a clean driver’s abstract. There is reimbursement for mileage. For more information contact Lyn at 604-946-9526 or email lynw@deltaassist.com

When Christmas Comes to Town with the Delta Community Choir and Tapestry featuring the new Children’s Choir, Dec. 5 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. at South Delta Baptist Church, 198856th St., Delta. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for seniors and students. Visit www.deltachoral.ca for tickets.

KinVillage Association 1 – 1 visitor Come in and share some time with our residents. It is as simple as a conversation, games, or a short walk. Your visits can be as short as 30 minutes or as long as 1 hour.

For more detailed information contact John Lusted at 604-943-7625 ext. 1 or email jlusted@kinvillage.org

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@deltaoptimist.com) the details to the Optimist by 3 p.m.

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

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The Probus Club of South Delta, a non-profit, fellowship club for retired and semi-retired professional and business people will hold its Monthly Meeting at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 18 in The Coast Tsawwassen Inn. Our guest speaker is to be confirmed. All members are urged to attend. Please call Dick Williams at 604940-6542 for information.

Our Discussion Group will meet the following morning, Thursday, Nov. 19, at 10 am at CoPs.

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, Nov. 19. Contact Holly at holly.hastie@uregina.ca.

Monday – Noodle Mania all noodle bowls $9.50 Taco Tuesday – All delicious taco baskets $7.50 Wednesday – Burger Night all baskets $10.50 (exc. Epic burger) Thursday – Kids Night all kids combos $5.25 incl. drink & dessert Friday – ALL YOU CAN EAT FISH & CHIPS - $12.50 Saturday – Southern Fried Chicken Dinner - $10.50 Sunday – Wings & Caesar’s – Get your Sunday Football fix

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Big Sisters of BC Lower Mainland Study Buddy Tutor Help nurture the self-esteem of girls by giving them educational support and academic assistance. Study Buddies meet for one hour once a week for a minimum of six months and tutoring sessions take place at a mutually agreeable location after school or on weekends. For more information contact Marley at 604-873-4525 ext. 300 or email info@bigsisters.bc.ca For more volunteer opportunities visit Deltassist’s website at www.deltaassist.com and click on Volunteer.

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DELTA SPORTS

Sports Shorts SCOREBOARD SPORT VANCOUVER METRO SOCCER Division One GP W T L Pts ICSF Columbus 10 8 2 0 26 Binger’s Army 10 7 1 2 22 Guildford FC 9 5 3 1 18 Westside FC 10 5 1 4 16 Akal FC 10 4 2 4 14 S. Delta Royals 10 4 2 4 14 ND Olympics 9 4 2 3 14 Metropalitian 10 3 3 4 12 FC Romania 10 3 2 5 11 Rino’s Van 10 3 2 5 11 Shaheen FC 10 1 1 8 4 Sarajevo FC 10 0 3 7 3 PACIFIC JUNIOR HOCKEY Tom Shaw Conference GP W L T Grandview 19 13 4 2 North Van 20 14 6 0 Delta 19 9 7 3 Richmond 20 9 8 3 Port Moody 20 4 16 0

Pts 28 28 21 21 8

Harold Brittian Conference Mission 21 17 3 1 Abbotsford 21 13 7 1 Aldergrove 19 9 8 2 R. Meadows 19 7 8 4 Langley 20 3 16 1

35 27 20 18 7

Delta 2

Port Moody 1

UPCOMING HS FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS Sat Nov. 21: South Delta vs.

Terry Fox 5:30 p.m. B.C. Place Stadium

LOCAL TIDES

Pacific Standard Time.

Height in feet THURSDAY, NOV 19 4:10 am 11:41 am 6:32 pm 11:08 pm

5.2 14.1 8.5 10.2

FRIDAY, NOV 20 5:14 am 12:26 pm 7:22 pm

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SATURDAY, NOV 21 12:51 am 6:23 am 1:09 pm 8:07 pm

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SUNDAY, NOV 22 2:18 am 7:32 am 1:50 pm 8:50 pm

11.5 7.9 14.4 4.6

MONDAY, NOV 23 3:27 am 8:37 am 2:30 pm 9:32 pm

12.5 8.5 14.4 3.6

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Pitcher to bask in Florida sun Tsawwassen’s Damara Begin signs National Letter of Intent with NCAA Division One school MARK BOOTH

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Damara Begin won’t miss the cold and damp winters or those fundraising drives either when she launches the next chapter of her softball career in the Florida sunshine.

The pitching standout and Grade 12 South Delta Secondary student signed a National Letter of Intent last week to attend the University of Central Florida, starting next September.

Begin took an official visit to the Orlando area school last month and made a verbal commitment prior to returning home. She will be the first-ever Canadian to play for the Knights who are coming off one of their best seasons ever in the American Athletic Conference.

“I’ve always played better in the warmth,” smiled Begin. “The campus was lovely and it felt like home right away which is really nice. The coaching staff was fantastic , the girls were super nice and the academics there are really good, especially with what I want to get in to.

“It really wasn’t that hard of choice. It was pretty easy for me actually.”

Begin initially communicated with the school back in July but her dream of playing U.S. college ball began years earlier for good reason.

She is following a similar path to her mom who spent four years at Centenary College in Louisiana after earning a scholarship playing rep girls softball in the Lower Mainland.

“It’s definitely something that heavily influenced me growing up as a kid,” continued Begin. “Just listening to all her stories. My mom’s name is still in the school record books and it’s cool to know she went through the same process.”

Begin is looking forward to all the luxuries that come with playing for an NCAA program — from full on and off field support, to flying for out-of-state games. The American Athletic Conference features schools in nine different states, while the Knights’ 2015 schedule included a tournament in Hawaii.

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South Delta Secondary School Grade 12 student Damara Begin was all smiles last week for good reason after officially signing with the University of Central Florida to continue her softball career.

“I’m very much looking forward to not having to do a bottle drive again,” she laughed. “After eight years, I am kind of sick of it. It’s really exciting to not only be going to a school that has been on my radar for two years now, but to be able to travel to different states I have never been to before, playing a sport I grew up loving. Honestly, it’s the best feeling in the world.”

To enhance her recruiting profile, Begin has played for two teams the past couple of seasons — the Delta ’98 Heat, where she has been a fixture for a number of years, along with the Northwest Sidewinders.

The Marysville WA basedprogram only trained on Saturdays

and played predominately a tournament schedule. Begin joined them as a pick-up player for events in Portland and Colorado back in 2014 before making a greater commitment this past summer.

It was at this year’s US Nationals where Central Florida coaches watched her play and eventually offered an official visit.

“I first played for them as an experiment and absolutely loved it,” recalled Begin. “The next year I went to tryouts and made their official roster. Next year, my Heat season is going to be a little more hectic so I will only be playing for them.”

Begin hasn’t let her busy softball career prevent her from playing

other sports and getting involved at her school. She played on the SDSS volleyball and soccer teams last season and is a two-time winner of the school’s athlete of the year award. Even though her schedule prevented her from continuing volleyball, she served as an assistant coach with the Grade 8 girls team this fall.

“It’s definitely a huge relief knowing where you are going to be (next year),” she added. “I want to study psychology and pursue a career in sports psychology if I can because it’s been such a huge part of my life. I don’t necessarily want to leave it.”

And now she knows she won’t be for at least the four years.

Ice Hawks edge Port Moody to snap four game losing streak The Delta Ice Hawks returned to the win column for the first time in five games but it was hardly a cakewalk against the last place Port Moody Panthers.

Jacob Latrace turned aside 35 of 36 shots as the Ice Hawks slipped past the hometown Panthers 2-1 on Saturday night. The victory was Delta’s first since October 22.

The Ice Hawks opened up a two goal lead

on second period goals by rookies Daniel Rubin and Jordan Deyremenjian, before the Panthers finally solved Latrace with a third period power play tally.

The result leaves Delta (9-7-0-3) tied with the Richmond Sockeyes for third place in the Tom Shaw Conference, a comfortable 13 points ahead of the Panthers (4-16-0-0) for the final playoff spot.

Goals have been heard to come by of late for the Hawks, managing just eight in their last four games, after producing 29 over their previous four game stretch.+++ The dry spell included a 4-1 loss to the Ridge Meadows Flames last week in Ladner.

Blueliner Evan Kite had the lone goal as the visitors enjoyed a 49-21 advantage in the shot department.

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Sports

Delta Gymnastics takes home several awards

THROW ROCKS... at our house

The Delta Gymnastics contingent who attended the recent Gymnastics B.C. awards banquet in Burnaby included (left to right): Mike Hood, Chris Sheremeta, Coach Gao, Carlene Lewall, Jennifer Watts, Richard Woo, Ella Rogers, Kristina Sharp, Jennifer Dober and Ana Arciniega.

The Stan Wilkes Provincial Level Coaches of the Year in Men’s Artistic Gymnastics were presented to Delta’s Mike Hood, Jon Mason and coach Gao. Delta completed the sweep in this category as the Gladys Hartley Provincial Coaches of the Year in Women’s Artistic

Gymnastics went to Jennifer Dober, Kristina Sharp, Chris Sheremeta, Richard Woo and Jennifer Watts.

“Our men and women’s Competitive Programs are coached by an outstanding group of individuals,” continued Arciniega. “They are not only

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highly skilled and professional in the sport of gymnastics, but they greatly care for the whole well-being of the gymnasts in their groups.

“To give you an idea of our staff’s high level of skill, out of 30 learning facilitators in the province selected and trained to

educate coaches, four are from Delta Gymnastics.”

Like many other sports, parents are a crucial component in the success of athletes.

Their help was recognized in the areas of Volunteer of the Year and Volunteer Team of the Year.

Tsawwassen resident and Delta Gymnastics parent Sharon Farquharson received the award in both areas.

“Sharon is not only an amazing supporter of her son Alex, the most senior athlete at Delta Gymnastics at the moment, but an instrumental and passionate contributor of the sport. She volunteers at national meets chaperoning, supervising, organizing and doing whatever it takes to help with the success of an event,” added Arciniega.

“We are really happy she was recognized for her incredible contribution to the athletes and the sport of gymnastics.”

Delta Gymnastics, celebrating its 40th year in the community, offers programs from infants to adults at their location at the Delta Sport Development Centre in Ladner. For program an event information check their website at deltagymnastics. com

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Delta Gymnastics was recognized for another outstanding season at Gymnastics B.C.’s annual awards banquet, Nov. 7 at the Hilton Hotel in Burnaby.

The Ladner based club received six awards while a coach earned his 10-year judging pin.

The gala recognized various areas of the sport including performing, coachings, judging, volunteering and participation.

“We were very proud to be recognized by our peers in so many areas,” said Ana Arciniega, Delta Gymnastics Society Executive Director.

“We have a strong team in Delta representing our community and it is a great reason for all of us to celebrate this achievement.”

Eleven year-old Ella Rogers of Ladner was named the Karen Kelsall Provincial Stream Athlete of the Year as an up-and-coming young gymnast who earned the most points for this past season.

Elissa Morgan, also a Ladner resident and currently attending University of Toronto, received the Gymnastics BC Scholarship.

Chris Sheremeta received his 10-year judging pin for his dedication and contribution to the sport.

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