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After plans for a waterfront marketplace fell through, Delta decided to sell its Chisholm Street properties, but the absence of long-term water lot leases is proving problematic.

Civic sites stuck in limbo Lack of long-term water lot leases hindering waterfront redevelopment in Ladner SANDOR GYARMATI

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It’s seen as a catalyst for change but it’s stuck in limbo.

The Delta-owned Seven Seas property and the adjacent Chisholm Street parcel formerly occupied by the Brackman-Ker warehouse sit empty as the municipality waits for changes in provincial regulations that would entice someone to buy and redevelop the land.

“We have used the word ‘catalyst.’ This is a catalyst for downtown Ladner. It’s a catalyst for long-term survival here. We believe it’s a key in our overall long-term strategy,” said Sean McGill, Delta’s director of human resources and corporate planning.

Two years ago, after a lengthy process, Delta council approved incentives, design guidelines and building heights aimed at attracting investment for privately-owned properties along the waterfront, but the civic sites had always been viewed as the biggest cata-

lyst for change. out the certainty of a longDelta would reach a ten- term water lot lease. tative deal with a private Port Metro Vancouver developer, Quay Property had been managing Management, to build a provincially-owned water marketplace on the sites, lots for the government, but it fell through when the municipality was asked to We have provide significant used the word additional money ‘ catalyst.’ This in order to make the proposal more is a catalyst attractive for invesfor downtown tors.

Ladner. It’s a Council then decided to put the catalyst for longsites up for sale. term survival Hoping to make them more attrachere. tive to potential buyers, council SEAN MCGILL approved a new waterfront mixedbut around the same time use zone that would perDelta had been dealing mit a wide range of uses, with the Seven Seas site, including retail, office the port announced it and service commercial, eating and drinking estab- would pull out of managing water lots once its lishments, moorage and agreement with Victoria marina, recreation and expired at the end of 2014. culture, as well as limited The province has taken residential. over managing the foreHowever, a “for sale” shore, but hasn’t offered sign hasn’t been hung current or prospective because the municipality leaseholders, including believes the land would many float home owners, attract little interest with-

long-term tenure, which means the Seven Seas site isn’t a particularly attractive place to make a big investment.

Adding to the frustration is the Ladner waterfront, now more than ever, is being eyed for major redevelopment as part of the South Delta Business Sustainability Strategy, aimed at providing incentives to redevelop and revitalize parts of Delta to help the business community adjust to life with the mega malls that will open this year at the Tsawwassen First Nation.

The strategy includes sorting out the water lot lease issue, as well as possibly revisiting the incentives for redevelopment already approved for the area.

“The downtown Ladner waterfront, I would say that due to the outcomes of the sustainability initiative, everything is on the table. I think council and the mayor’s new Invest in Delta Committee would be reviewing everything and all options would be open.

But key to that is having

these long-term leases in place,” McGill said.

“We’d like to go out to the market and say, ‘Here’s what we have, what can you do with it?’ But we need those longer term leases in place and it’s been a hot priority for us.

For council and staff, it is a priority issue we continue to push with the province.”

McGill noted the province is only providing two-year leases, but Delta staff and Mayor Lois Jackson have been meeting with the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations, which is in charge of the water lots.

McGill said they’d “love to see 30 years or beyond” for leases, but the province is still undergoing consultations.

“Until they get their process in place and all their consultations with First Nations up to date, they’re only doing two years. We have multiple areas in Delta that any kind of economic development along the waterfront without long-term leases in place is very difficult,” he added.

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The Delta Police Foundation is hosting a fun fundraiser with a Valentine’s Day twist.

Set for Saturday, Feb. 13, the fundraiser at Tsawwassen Springs will feature a four-course dinner and entertainment by a 23-piece swing band, as well as a raffle to win one of several romantic experiences.

In addition to the evening’s festivities, the Delta Police Department will be making a surprise announcement that will be a benefit to all Delta

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Delta Police Foundation hosts Valentine’s event residents, said foundation board member Leslie Abramson.

The evening is the first of many larger fundraisers for the police foundation, which was established in 2002 to encourage and support excellence in policing by promoting community awareness and support. Its mandate is to raise funds for ongoing initiatives of the department that are outside its regular operating budget.

The foundation helped purchase the department’s emergency command

vehicle, which provides officers with a mobile police station that includes dispatch capabilities, workstations and computer equipment, as well as kitchen and washroom facilities, in 2010 and also helped with the purchase of community volunteer vans for the three community police stations.

Tickets for the fundraiser cost $125 per person and can be reserved by emailing Leslie Abramson at abramson@telus.net or contacting any police foundation director.

Church celebrates 50th anniversary

Benediction Lutheran Church is planning a special event later this month to celebrate its 50th anniversary, and the community is invited to share in the festivities.

On Sunday, Jan. 31, the church will host its regular 9 a.m. service. A special celebration service is planned for 2 p.m.,

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The event will include a presentation, including photos of the church throughout the years.

Previous pastors and members of the congregation have also been invited to celebrate the church’s anniversary.

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Delta Street revitalization underway

$6 million municipal project will beautify village, but will create parking issues in the short term SANDOR GYARMATI

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Finding parking in Ladner Village will be tougher than usual in the coming months as work is getting underway on the Delta Street Revitalization Project.

The major overhaul began Monday with the removal of trees, several of which were transplanted elsewhere in the community. The trees that were removed will eventually be replaced.

According to the engineering department, the trees along Delta Street were causing pavement to heave. In an effort to reduce trip and fall incidences and resolve drainage issues, it was necessary the trees be replaced.

The new trees will be planted with tree cell technology, which will promote growth and will include a root barrier to help prevent roots from heaving the hard surfaces.

Within the coming days, a watermain replacement will begin on Delta Street,

from 48th Avenue to Chisholm Street, followed by road and sidewalk construction.

Part of the South Delta Business Sustainability Strategy, aimed in part at revitalizing South Delta’s infrastructure and strengthening the village core, the Delta Street project is scheduled for completion sometime this October.

Civic engineering director Stephen Lan said the roadworks would be done on a block-by-block basis to ensure the project doesn’t disrupt parking and pedestrian access for a lengthy period of time.

As far as those surface works, which are the biggest parts of the project and will create the most closures and delays, they still have to be contracted, so the exact schedule for each block has yet to be set, Lan explained.

During construction, parking on the impacted blocks will be temporarily disrupted, however, pedestrian access will be maintained.

Some of the other components of the $6 million project include sidewalk replacement, a decorative pedestrian plaza at the intersection of Delta and Bridge streets, decorative stamped/coloured pedestrian crosswalks at intersections, new landscaping areas that include irrigation, new street lights as well as bicycle racks, benches, decorative bollards, banner poles and garbage/recycling receptacles.

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Striking truckers reach deal with Harbour Link JESSICA KERR

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After more than a month behind picket lines, a local company has reached an agreement with truckers.

Unifor, the union representing truck drivers, announced last Friday that members had ratified a new collective agreement with Harbour Link.

Truckers set up picket lines at the company’s Tilbury location in early December after the two sides failed to reach an agreement.

In late November, the union reached agreements with six other trucking companies after several days of around-the-clock bargaining, leaving drivers at just Harbour Link and Richmond-based

Port Transport without an agreement.

According to the union, the agreement with Harbour Link meets the framework of the deal signed with the other companies.

“The days of trucking companies violating the law and thumbing their noses at container truck drivers are coming to an end,” said Gavin McGarrigle, Unifor’s B.C. area director. “Our members at Harbour Link should be applauded for their determination to stay on strike over the holiday season to secure a fair deal.”

In a statement on the company’s website, Harbour Link president David Payne thanked customers for standing by the company over the last

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“It was imperative for us to negotiate a contract that would meet the needs of our customers and permit Harbour Link to remain competitive in the container trucking business,” he said.

The union said the deal increases “off dock” and CN and CP rates for local drivers and covers drivers’ cargo insurance, as well as increasing trip and mileage rates by nine per cent for highway drivers. Those rates will increase by a further two per cent in 2017 and 2018. Retroactive wages owed from April 2014 will be paid no later than Jan. 22.

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Shelter benefits from annual Pets-N-Us fundraiser

businesses time and money,” said Delta Mayor Lois Jackson. “Delta council is happy to make this program permanent and participate in the expansion into the Fraser Valley; offering even better service to our residents, collaborating with our neighbouring communities and helping local businesses.”

The program is open to a number of different sectors, including plumbers, electricians, architects, general contractors and mechanical engineers.

Delta is also a part of the Metro West agreement, which includes Burnaby, New Westminster, Richmond, Surrey and Vancouver.

The Fraser Valley program extends into Surrey, the City of Langley, Langley Township, Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Mission, Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows.

There are 11 Mobile Business Licence agreements throughout the province that involve a total of 73 communities.

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Michelle LeMoignan and Maya Golden of Pets-N-Us present a cheque to Shannon Roberts of the Delta Community Animal Shelter. Pets-N-Us raised over $2,150 during its Pet Pictures with Santa over the holiday season that saw over 160 pets and their owners come out for the annual event. The money raised will go to the Tollie Fund, which provides essential medical care for Delta’s homeless and abandoned animals. Also on hand for the cheque presentation were (from left) Scout, Mushu and Floyd.

Delta has signed on to an initiative that will make doing business across multiple municipalities a little easier.

The province announced this week that the Corporation of Delta has joined the Fraser Valley Inter-Municipal Licence Program, expanding the partnership into the Lower Mainland.

The program aims to make it easier for mobile businesses, such as plumbers, electricians and other construction-related trades, to operate throughout the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley. It allows those types of businesses to purchase just one licence, rather than having to obtain a separate licence for each municipality in which they operate.

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Murphy’s Law

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omething tells me the whole toll issue could be sorted out before we ever get to cross our new bridge.

When Transportation Minister Todd Stone confirmed the obvious last month — the bridge to replace the George Massey Tunnel will be tolled a la the Port Man and Golden Ears — it renewed calls about the unfairness of charging some drivers, particularly those south of the Fraser River, but exempting others in the region.

There’s absolutely no doubt that Victoria will want drivers to help pay off the estimated $3.5-billion price tag for the 10-lane crossing, but driving in the Lower Mainland in 2022 when the bridge is scheduled to open could be decidedly different than it is today. And that could impact the tolls we pay.

After last year’s failed TransLink plebiscite, Metro Vancouver mayors haven’t given up on the notion of raising money to fund transit and transportation initiatives, and have already started to look for other ways to finance such improvements. With so many competing interests it could prove extremely difficult to devise a plan that satisfies everyone, but at the moment it looks like hiking the sales tax has given way to some form of road pricing.

The premise is that everyone that uses the road network pays something into the kitty, money that is then earmarked for improvements. Tolling existing bridges and highways that are free to use today won’t be an easy sell, but should a new Pattullo Bridge join the Port Mann and the Massey replacement, creating a wall of tolls for the growing population in the vote-rich communities south of the river won’t be palatable either.

Road pricing, or mobility pricing as it’s sometimes known, spreads out the pain and creates a sense of fairness, that’s if you consider being charged to use a previously free bridge a fair approach. If it’s done right, however, it could be sold as a plan where everyone pays their share and everyone benefits from the improvements those revenues are able to fund.

The region’s mayors have six years to come up with something that appeals to all. If they do, and they have great motivation to make it happen, then tolls will be of the nominal nature; if not, we could be looking at four bucks or more to cross.

History doesn’t neccesarily show welcoming country

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re Canadians really that wonderful?

Writing in the National Post a couple of weeks ago, Matthew Fisher stated that with regard to the Syrian refugees, “The orgy of backslapping that has gripped the country for several months is way over the top.”

Fisher goes on to state that our assistance to refugees from Syria is commendable but nowhere as significant as to justify the giddy “self congratulation that has gripped the country.”

We are seeing now that the numbers promised by the Liberals of 25,000 refugees by the end of 2015 had no basis in reality — like many Liberal policies, I’m afraid; but good on them and individual Canadians for at least trying.

What I found more disconcerting was the general notion that Canada was such a warm, welcoming country that greeted refugees with open arms. This wasn’t in accord with my recollection of Canadian history, which was no doubt influenced by a recent visit to the Museum for Human Rights in Winnipeg.

Some of our most egregious examples occurred during the world wars. The expulsion from this coast of persons of Japanese heritage during the Second World War is relatively well known.

Families were relocated to the interior of the province and their

Community Comment TOM SIBA

assets stolen by the federal government. An estimated 30,000 to 35,000 Japanese-Canadians were interned because of their race.

As the dark clouds of Nazism spread over Europe, Canada did not have a welcome mat out for Jews fleeing that continent. In 1939, the MS St. Louis with 937 passengers set sail for Cuba and was not allowed to dock in either Cuba or the United States. Did Canada come to the rescue? No, we left them to their fates and the ship returned to Europe.

Prior to that in the First World War, Canadians were interned if they had come from countries with which Canada was at war. In the current centenary most of the battles in which Canadians took part seem to have involved the Germans. However from those Canadians interned, you wouldn’t think they were our major protagonist.

The internal enemies targeted

in that war were from the AustroHungarian Empire. About 8,500 Canadians were interned as enemy aliens. Of that number about 2,000 were German and 6,000 were from the disappearing Hapsburg Empire where the whole thing started. Since you don’t hear much mention of the Austro-Hungarian menace, the number from there seems peculiar.

It turned out that about 5,000 of those interned were peasants from parts of the Ukraine controlled at the start of the war by the Hapsburg Empire. Prior to the start of the war, there had been a big push by Clifford Sifton, the minister of the interior, to attract immigrants from central Europe to homestead the less productive farmland in the Prairies.

So Ukrainian immigrants were freezing their butts trying to eke out a living on marginal farmland, when the war in Europe starts and the Canadian government determines them to be a threat.

Five thousand were shipped to work camps where they essentially became slave labour.

No, Canada does not have a warm and fuzzy tradition. One can only hope that when Trudeau is done with the photo ops, the Syrian refugees will be treated better than previous immigrants.

Tom Siba is an ex-publisher of the Delta Optimist whose father immigrated to Canada from what is now Slovakia.

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Leaving valuables in vehicles is not just a South Delta problem

Editor: Re: Helping them out, Murphy’s Law, Jan. 15 I just read your editorial about helping thieves out with great interest and amusement.

Unfortunately, this behaviour happens more often than you might think, and by people who you think would know better.

More than 10 years ago I worked as a security officer in a public safety building that employed hundreds of civilians in a policing environment. As a condition of their employment, these people had

to be familiar with the Criminal Code of Canada, statutes, bylaws, etc. I am certain that many of them also held criminology diplomas and degrees.

Yet this knowledge did not make them any smarter when it came to leaving valuables in their cars while they were on their 12-hour shifts. In fact, in the year that I worked there, not one shift went by in which I did not see vehicles in the parking lot that were either insecure (window or sunroof open) or which had valuables clearly visible through the windows.

This was particularly prevalent in the summertime when I would go out on patrol in the middle of the night and see female employees asleep in their cars with their sunroofs open in an unsecured parking lot.

I often wondered why they were not concerned about being attacked while sleeping in their cars on their breaks.

Also, whenever vehicles were broken into, and any valuables were stolen, the security officers on duty were blamed for the losses because, apparently, we were not doing our jobs

correctly. (This problem has since been mitigated somewhat by the addition of metal fencing around the property; not necessarily by any change in behaviour on the part of the employees themselves.)

So, in my experience, it does not matter whether you live in a more affluent neighbourhood or not.

To quote the Urban Dictionary: Stupid is as stupid does. Even intelligent people can do stupid things, and they have no one to blame but themselves.

A. Cameron

Public deserved to have look at tunnel proposal

Editor: As the son of the late George Massey after whom the George Massey Tunnel was named, I could not sit by and allow our provincial government to mislead the public into believing we need to build a high level bridge instead of another tunnel.

A tunnel would make more sense to build in the sandy soil conditions proposed, while a high level bridge is designed solely to accommodate Port Metro Vancouver and allow it to desecrate the ecosystem of the lower Fraser River.

At the time the B.C. government seemed to be willing to consider the alternative TEC offered along with the benefits this technology could bring, compared to a bridge solution. TEC said it had not heard from the government since 2014, and later found out about its decision to build a bridge.

The public never got an opportunity to review its proposal. Why not? Was it because the B.C. government chose to ignore any alternative that might deter from its ability to industrialize the whole

of the lower Fraser River and benefit Port Metro Vancouver at the expense of the people and the ecosystem of the wetlands that sustains fish and wildfowl?

The public deserves better.

Douglas George Massey

Editor: Having recently relocated to Tsawwassen from a community that was served by the national police force, my husband and I have noticed how great it is to have a local police department. We actually see police cars on the roads and have seen officers, which is refreshing and comforting.

A few comments though: The traffic is unreal and only going to get worse. The speeding is atrocious, and both of us being avid walkers and cyclists, have noticed how scary it is, at times, to be crossing the road (even in marked crosswalks).

The stretch of 12th Avenue by the golf course is particularly awful for speeding vehicles; it’s like a highway at times. We are careful to wear bright and reflective clothing 24/7and walk facing traffic, even while on sidewalks.

Unfortunately, many drivers won’t/don’t yield

to pedestrians and many drivers are still distracted by their electronics as well as impatient (I have never heard so much honking in my life). We wish the police would do more speed control, for the sake of everyone’s safety and sanity.

Having stayed at a local motel until our new condo was finished, we also heard that a room was robbed. Nearly everything was stolen, yet police said that apparently nothing could be done.

I find this disconcerting (if true) as they knew who was in that room and had video coverage of the TV being stolen.

Being tough on crime is a key to prevention. It’s that old broken window theory: Stop the small stuff before things escalate.

This is a lovely community. We look forward to it staying that way and being a peaceful, safe place to live.

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Public Hearing - Tuesday, January 26, 2016 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: Date: Time: Place:

Tuesday, January 26, 2016 7:00 p.m.

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, January 26, 2016.

Project No. 1 Application for Rezoning (LU007559) Location: 11552 80 Avenue, as shown outlined in bold on MAP NO. 1 Applicants: Lakhwinder Sidhu/ Sukhvinder Panesar Proposal: Application for Rezoning in order to permit subdivision and development of two single family residential lots.

Proposal: Application for Official Community Plan Amendment and Rezoning in order to permit subdivision and development of two multiple family residential lots and construction of a two-unit dwelling on each lot. ‘‘The Corporation of Delta MAP NO. 3 Official Community Plan FILE NO. LU007442 Bylaw No. 3950, 1985” Amendment Bylaw No. 7436 To amend the land use designation for the subject property in the Future Land Use Plan in Schedule A from R One and Two Unit Residential to MR Multi-Unit Residential and to amend the land use designation for the subject property in the North Delta Future Land Use Plan in Schedule C.1 from SFR Single Family Residential to MGR Medium Density Ground-Oriented Residential.

“Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” Amendment Bylaw No. 7437 To amend “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” by rezoning the subject property from RS3 Single Family (0.4 ha) Residential to Comprehensive Development Zone No. 456 in order to permit subdivision and development of two multiple family residential lots and construction of a two-unit dwelling on each lot.

Staff Contact: Jimmy Ho – 604-946-3331 Web Location: December 14, 2015 Regular Council Meeting Agenda Item E.03

Telephone: 604-946-8876 MAP NO. 1 FILE NO. LU007559

Staff Contact: Robin Pallett – 604-946-3355 Web Location: January 11, 2016 Regular Council Meeting Agenda Item E.03 Project No. 2 Application for Rezoning (LU007588) Location: 11661 92 Avenue, as shown outlined in bold on MAP NO. 2 Applicant: Gopal Chauhan, Woodbine Builders Ltd.

Proposal: Application for Rezoning and Development Permit in order to permit subdivision and development of four townhouse units on individual fee simple lots.

“Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” MAP NO. 4 Amendment Bylaw No. 7433 FILE NO. LU007439 To amend “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” by rezoning the subject property from RM1 Multiple Family (Duplex) Residential to Comprehensive Development Zone No. 453 in order to allow construction of four townhouses on individual fee simple lots at zero lot line between the proposed lots.

Development Permit LU007439 To regulate the form and character of the proposed development.

Telephone: 604-375-3636

Staff Contact: Alex Cauduro – 604-952-3163 Web Location: December 14, 2015 Regular Council Meeting Agenda Item E.02

Proposal: Application for Rezoning in order to permit subdivision and development of two single family residential lots.

MAP NO. 2 FILE NO. LU007588

To amend “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” by rezoning the subject property from RS4 Single Family (610 m2) Residential to RS7 Single Family (335 m2) Residential in order to permit a two-lot subdivision and construction of a new single family dwelling with an in-ground basement and secondary suite on each lot.

Staff Contact: Nancy McLean – 604-952-3814 Web Location: December 7, 2015 Regular Council Meeting Agenda Item E.02 The Corporation of Delta 4500 ClarenceTaylor Crescent Delta BCV4K 3E2 www.cor p.delta.bc.ca www.delta.ca

Telephone: 604-591-6002

Applicant: 0821044 B.C. Ltd. and T.E. Andres Home

To amend “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” by rezoning the subject property from RS1 Single Family Residential to RS7 Single Family (335 m2) Residential in order to allow a two-lot subdivision and construction of a new single family dwelling with an in-ground basement and secondary suite on each lot.

“Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” Amendment Bylaw No. 7471

Applicant: John Higgins

Project No. 4 Application for Rezoning and Development Permit (LU007439) Location: 5135 45 Avenue, as shown outlined in bold on Map NO. 4

Telephone: 778-707-7325

“Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” Amendment Bylaw No. 7494

Project No. 3 Application for Official Community Plan Amendment and Rezoning (LU007442) Location: 8278 108 Street, as shown outlined in bold on Map NO. 3

Additional Information Additional information, copies of the bylaws, supporting staff reports, and any relevant documentation may be inspected until Tuesday, January 26, 2016.

Municipal Hall: Community Planning and Development Department Hours: 8:30 am to 4:45 pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday (except statutory holidays) 8:30 am to 8:00 pm Thursday Website: www.delta.ca Email: com-pln-dev@delta.ca Phone: 604-946-3380

Please note that Council may not receive further submissions from the public or interested persons concerning any project after the Public Hearing has concluded.

Trade blue for some yellow There are ways to brighten up most depressing day of year

Living Matters

BARBARA GUNN

This, I will state clearly: I do not believe in Blue Monday. I do not believe there is such a thing as Most Depressing Day of the Year, a cry-youreyes-out, 24-hour stretch in January some say is brought on by bleak skies and the arrival of hefty Christmas credit card bills.

Blue Monday, by most accounts, lands on the third Monday of the month. No idea how that’s determined. No idea why it wasn’t next week or two weeks ago. No idea why there isn’t a Blue Tuesday or a Blue Thursday or a Blue Saturday. Or a Purplish Lime Green OffWhite Sunday.

Heck. My credit card bill arrived on Jan. 6, and no one was calling that day blue — or any other colour, for that matter.

I would, however, like to create a different name for Blue Monday. If we could assume — and oh, I’m just thinking off the cuff here — that right about then, You’re Eyeing the Last of Winter, the moniker is obvious.

Yellow Day. OK, OK. So we’re not even a month into winter.

So we have many more weeks of short days and

long rainfalls. So it will be months before we can sit on the deck in sandals and shorts, inhaling the barbecued aroma of a teriyakiglazed ribeye.

I get that. But man, right about now, I’m pining to do the impossible: to flip the calendar ahead to March, and be done with Old Man W. Can’t say I’m a fan. Sure, there’s nothing better than sitting by the fire with a cocoa, a cribbage board and a good companion, but when you have to go outside occasionally — and let’s face it, we all do — Old Man W gets to be a bit of a pain in the youknow-what.

His idea of a good laugh is a heavy rain that turns to sleet when it makes contact with a human being.

I happen not to find that funny.

There are those among us, of course, who have the good fortune to be nowhere in the vicinity of Old Man W right about now. Those folks will not be thinking Yellow Day. Those folks, who will be waking up in the gentle climes of Phoenix, Palm Springs and Lahaina, will instead be thinking 36-hole golf courses, swimming pool air mattresses and pitchers of pina coladas.

I hate them all.

Some year, perhaps I’ll also make an early escape from soaking season. But for now, here I am: gazing at the grey skies and dreaming of tulips, picnic baskets and baseball games.

Winter’s dug in, and what can I say? Yellow Day is making me Blue.

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Touches to personalize ceremony

Steeped in tradition, weddings have featured many of the same components for centuries. Those about to tie the knot may feel somewhat limited in their ability to shape their weddings into unique celebrations of their relationships and love for one another.

Although it may not seem like there are many opportunities to put your own stamp on the wedding, there are plenty of ways to do just that.

When looking to personalize your wedding ceremony, determine if there might be anything blocking you from doing so.

For example, if yours will be a religious ceremony, there may be certain rites that need to be followed.

Secular ceremonies may offer more opportunities to customize.

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guests to their seats, light candles, or sing and participate in other ways.

• Musical interludes: Choose music that connects with your personalities as a couple rather than selecting standard songs merely because they are the easier route. Work with the organist or other musicians and request that they perform or play musical pieces that you enjoy.

• Candle lighting: Many couples like to incorporate

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Lighting unity candles blends two families together into one in a symbolic way. Other couples choose different traditions, such as mixing two different-coloured sands in a new vessel, to represent the joining of two lives together. You can consider these types of additions for your wedding ceremony or come up with your own unique tradition.

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Perhaps due to superstition or tradition, many couples employ some wedding day strategies to increase their good luck.

The following are some of the symbols that couples may want to keep an eye out for on the day they walk down the aisle: • It’s good luck for the bride to see a dove on the way to the wedding because doves symbolize peace and prosperity.

Because doves mate for life, this symbol is doubly beneficial on a couple’s wedding day, as it can be a harbinger of a long, happy marriage and home.

• Some brides believe sugar cubes tucked into their wedding gloves leads to a sweet union.

• Hindu tradition states that rain on a wedding day is good luck. Rain is believed to be a symbol of fortune and abundance, especially after times of drought. What’s more, rain can foretell a strong marriage. That’s because a wet knot is more difficult to untie.

• Ancient Romans

Brides and grooms follow all kinds of strategies to increase their good luck. were so concerned with ensuring good luck that they actually studied pig entrails to determine the luckiest time to marry.

If they consulted with the English, they might determine that a wedding shouldn’t take place on a Saturday, which is unlucky. English tradition states Wednesday is the best day to get married.

• In Holland, well-wishers would plant pine trees outside of newlyweds’ homes as a symbol of fertility and luck.

• Grooms may want to give a coin to the first person they see on the way to their weddings. This is another symbol of good luck.

• Some couples marry during a full moon

because it can symbolize good luck.

• On a couple’s wedding day, tears from a bride or a child during the ceremony is considered lucky.

English folklore suggests that brides who discover spiders in their gowns are in for some good luck.

• The Chinese believe that lighting fireworks at their wedding ceremonies chases away evil spirits. A red umbrella also might be held over a Chinese bride to keep bad spirits at bay.

• Many grooms do not see their brides in their wedding gowns before their wedding ceremonies, feeling it is bad luck if they do. Many brides also do not wear their complete wedding outfits prior to their big day.

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Tips to make the perfect toast

While guests might enjoy wedding toasts, best men and maids of honour may be nervous about honouring the brides and grooms in such public settings. That anxiety is perfectly normal, especially for those who have never before been asked to serve as maid of honour or best man.

Those tasked with toasting the newly anointed husband and wife can consider the following tips to make the task a little easier: • Keep it brief. While there might be many things you want to say, try to express yourself as concisely as possible.

Convey your relationship with the bride and/or groom, but avoid lengthy histories that might come off as rambling. While personal anecdotes that shed some humorous light on your relationship are great additions to wedding toasts, avoid going into too much detail when telling such stories, focusing instead on the parts of the stories that illustrate your feelings and generate a few laughs.

The best toasts are brief and well rehearsed.

• Avoid being too formal. Even the most formal wedding can benefit from a toast that veers more toward the spontaneous.

While you want to thank the parents of the bride and groom for hosting the wedding and the guests for being on hand to celebrate, don’t feel as though you need to be especially formal. Giving a less formal speech also may help calm your nerves.

• Practice, practice, practice. Practice your speech ahead of time so you are not reading from cards or notepads during

the toast. Reading from a piece of paper is less likely to engage the audience than if you are speaking to them directly and sharing some heartfelt thoughts about the bride and groom. It’s alright to hold onto some cue cards to keep you on track as you deliver your toast, but practicing your toast as the wedding draws near will boost your confidence and make you more comfortable once you have the microphone in hand.

• Stay appropriate.

Humour adds a lot to wedding toasts, but make sure to clean up any humourous anecdotes so they can be shared with all wedding guests, including kids. In addition, avoid stories that may end up embarrassing the bride and groom.

• Share well wishes.

Before you raise your glass and ask guests to do the same, express some heartfelt well wishes for the bride and groom. Doing so is a fitting end to a tradition that’s meant to highlight the special relationship brides and grooms have with their maids of honour and best men.

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Q: I’m considering doing some drapery in my house.

Two questions; are draperies out of fashion? And what should I consider when doing new drapes?

A:Trends have a tendency to come full circle and drapes are no exception.

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The second and most overlooked consideration is hardware. Most people opt for adjustable pole systems that can be purchased at the local hardware store. The trouble being, these rods are usually flimsy and don’t work well if you’re planning on opening and closing your drapes. Unless you’re looking to do something very simple, it is a good idea to call in the pros. Budget Blinds offers free, in-home consultations and we’re happy to share our knowledge to help you through the process and make sure your selections are well thought out.

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and it is showing the value as having increased dramatically? Is this accurate market value?

A: In a buoyant real estate market like we have in South Delta, many people will want to list their parents’ residence as soon as possible after they pass. Where there is a Will the Executor can usually do that.

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The Executor has the power to list and sell the estate residence as soon as the Will comes into effect, which is on death. Before the residence can actually transfer to a buyer you will probably need to go through the Probate process, which takes about four months.

In the meantime you can: 1. Access the house, change the locks, empty and clean it, and pay the bills.

2. List the property for sale with a realtor.

3. Negotiate the terms of sale and sign a Contract of Purchase and Sale.

Usually the time required to list, sell, and allow the buyer to arrange financing will be enough to get the Probate through. If not then there are several mechanisms for preserving the sale, including amending the closing and possession dates, or an escrow agreement by which the buyers put their down payment into trust and move in early.

Note, however, that the situation is different where there is no Will: the “Administrator” – usually next of kin – must apply to the Court for the authority to administer the estate of the deceased person,and has no power to do the things listed above until they receive court approval.

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At this time every year the perennial question arises, pay down the mortgage or top up the RRSP? Traditionally the answer has been, top up the retirement savings and use the tax refund to make an extra mortgage payment. It is not bad advise but there are those who say, “mortgage first”.

Many professionals will argue that paying off your mortgage will give you much more financial freedom. No mortgage payments means more money in the bank and if you need to borrow you can use a home equity line of credit with a preferred interest rate. They also point out that price appreciation on your home is a permanent, tax free capital gain. RRSP contributions are just a tax deferral.

Further, they say, any unused RSP contribution room is always available, it never expires. You can use it whenever you have the money.

Either way though - mortgage or RRSP - they say doing one or the other is better than doing nothing.

Meridian Southwest Mortgage Group Ltd. Email: lisa@southwestmortgage.ca

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ADVICE FROM THE PROS

Q: How does metabolic health effect weight loss?

A: Metabolism can be described as the culmination of the entire

QUESTION I’m concerned that wearing hearing aids will make me stand out. Is there a way to avoid this?

bio-chemical breaking down and building up processes in the body.

ANSWER It’s normal to be concerned about how your appearance may be affected by the addition of hearing aids. However, compensating for a hearing loss by asking people to repeat themselves, inappropriately responding to people (or not responding at all), or even withdrawing from social situations is more obvious than wearing hearing aids!

Mark Nickel BC-HIP, BBA Hearing Instrument Practitioner Phone: 604-943-0033 5682 12 Avenue, Tsawwassen www.TsawwassenHearing.com

Rest assured that today’s hearing aids are small, discreet and more stylish than ever before. Some are even invisible.

Moreover, chances are that once you have a hearing aid, your quality of life will improve so much that cosmetics won’t be as much of an issue for you. Treatment of hearing loss has been shown to improve: • • • • • • •

Communication in relationships Intimacy and warmth in family relationships Ease in communication Earning power Sense of control over your life Social participation Emotional stability

This includes whether or not the body is in a fat storage or fat burning mode.

This process is directly related to the ratio of insulin to glucagon secreted into the blood stream in response to meals and other hormones.

Insulin is an anabolic hormone and is a fat storage hormone. Suboptimal glucose metabolism results in prolonged periods of high insulin and puts the

Dr. Darren Gorrell ND metabolic process into fat storage mode opposed to fat burning.

Naturopathic Physician

This is how suboptimal metabolism works against weight loss efforts and

Naturopathic Medical Clinic

how weight loss can be a challenge despite dedicated “dieting” and exercise.

Even after burning calories during exercise, calories are converted into fat

Dr. Darren Gorrell ND as a result of a predominant fat storage metabolic state.

201- 5405 12th Ave Delta Important physiological factors that influence the insulin to glucagon ratio 604.943.7111 www.drdarrengorrellnd.com and therefore fat metabolism are, eating the correct proportion of protein, fat

and carbohydrate for current metabolic health, adrenal and thyroid function.

For the most productive weight loss strategy, consult a licensed health care practitioner for an assessment of metabolic health and an individualized weight loss plan.

QUESTION:

QUESTION:

Are we better off Renovating or Re-Locating? That’s the Big Money question!

I noticed you carried a lot of boxes of coins into your store.

I was laughing to myself and thinking where are you going to put them.

ANSWER:

ANSWER:

I just bought 8 boxes of Royal Canadian Mint products and they do take up a lot of room.

It has gotten to where I am now storing instead of putting coins on display.

I decided that I need to make room to put them out on display for sale.

So I decided that we needed a sale to let customers get a great deal and allow me some space to put out more coins.

All 2015 Royal Canadian Mint are 10% off the Mint issued price. This includes Proof and Specimen sets, Lunar coins and single issues.

Many off these have been sold out at the Mint and we still have them in our stock.

Jim Richardson, owner Western Coin and Stamp

All Mint products from 2014 and older are 15% off our lowest marked price. That means even the issues we do have on sale you get another 15% off!

Mike Phillips owner

The sale does not include 2016 coins, gold coins or any bullion coins.

We are going to run this sale in both my Richmond store and Sears Metrotown store until the end of January, 2016.

For obvious reasons your realtor will make a good case to simply re-locate (ah, but not so simple!) Conversely, a good Renovator can take that existing house and make it your Dream Home! In my opinion there are 3 main factors to consider: 1. Do we enjoy living in our present location, as it is a lot of work and expense to re-locate.

2. Can we work with this existing house and bring our ideas to life here.

3. How long do we foresee ourselves in this location.

All very important considerations indeed! First is going to be personal for each family and I just take into consideration the upheaval involved to re-locate.

Second is where consultation with a professional Renovator can help you in the re-configuration or addition to your existing layout.

Third and most important with regards to your investment in any renovation is your commitment to location.

If you have a short 1-3 year plan in mind then cosmetics and immediate repairs only or you risk losing most of your investment. If you foresee a 5-10 year stay then I feel you are safe in the 50K to 150K investment into your property upgrades as you are now renovating to increase the value in your home plus adding livability and quality to your lifestyle!

Beyond that time frame it’s only about wants vs. needs and the total affordability of your Dream Project! MRP Renovations is here to solve all your renovating Want’s and Need’s!

For a free consultation call Mike Phillips Owner MRP Renovations.

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Q Do the whitening products you buy at the drug store work? are a variety of products for whitening from toothpastes A There to whitening strips. The toothpastes are simply a marketing DR. RAJ DHIMAN

strategy and they will not whiten your teeth. The effectiveness of a whitening product is dependent on the active ingredient in the product, the strength of this active ingredient and the time it is in contact with the teeth. The whitening strips and other drug store products have limitations as they are restricted as to the active ingredient and the strength of this active ingredient.

The most effective whitening products can only be dispensed by a dental professional. The drug store products are also limited as they are in the form of strips that are not closely adapted to the teeth as opposed to the custom trays you get from the professional products. The professional products also have ingredients to decrease sensitivity which can be a side effect of the active ingredient in whitening products. For more information about the different whitening products contact your dental professional.

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Q:

I went for a denture consultation, and I was told that I required soft tissue management because of irritated and damaged gum tissues. What is this?

A:

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Esthetics Denture Studio Inc. 224-8055 Anderson Road Richmond V7H 1G9

604-279-9151

www.bcdenturist.ca

Soft tissue management is a rehabilitation of damaged gum tissues. Irritation and damage to your gum tissue may result from micro organisms harbored in your dentures’ old acrylic, or ill fitting dentures. First, your dentures require cleaning to remove unhealthy organisms contributing to the infl ammation and edema (swelling). Tissue conditioners (temporary soft lining material) are placed on the tissue fitting surface of your dentures to provide a clean positive adaptation to your gum tissues. Healing begins and your tissues are reassessed in a week to confirm the progress of healing. Second and/or third tissue conditioner may need to be applied before continuing the construction of new dentures. Healthy, pink, hard tissues, provide the important base foundation required for a successful denture. New dentures promote a healthy, clean, accurate fitting surface for many years. If you have any questions regarding this procedure or any other denture related subject, please book your free consultation with us.

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Diamond in concert this weekend

Well-known children’s entertainer Charlotte Diamond is returning to her alma mater in North Delta this weekend for a concert and to launch her newest CD. A graduate of North Delta Secondary, Diamond is celebrating 30 years of entertaining children and their families since the release of her 1985 debut album, 10 Carrot Diamond, which garnered her a Juno Award and sparked her decadeslong career as a children’s entertainer.

Diamond has just released her 14th recording, Diamonds by the Sea, which was co-produced with her son, Matt Diamond.

The concert, set for Saturday, Jan. 23 at 2 p.m. at NDSS, will feature songs from her new CD, as well as many of her wellknown bilingual favourites, including I am a pizza (Je suis une pizza), Four Hugs a Day (Embrasse quatre fois), Each of Us Is a Flower (Nous Sommes

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Children’s entertainer Charlotte Diamond and her son Matt will perform at North Delta Secondary this Saturday. tous comme les fleurs) and the internationally known Octopus (Slippery Fish).

Diamond grew up near the Fraser River and was influenced by the thriving fishing industry.

Nature has always influenced her writing and her new CD introduces 19 new songs — Ottie the Otter, I Have Shoes and I Can Walk, J’ai des souli-

ers, je peux marcher, Put the Beat in Your Feet and The Moose on the Loose, which will be premiered at the concert.

Diamond also recently released her first children’s book, Slippery Fish in Hawai’i, which is based on her well-loved song Octopus (Slippery Fish), and will be autographing her book and CDs after the

concert.

Sponsored by the Delta School District and Canadian Parents for French, tickets are available at all Delta French immersion schools — Ladner Elementary, Cliff Drive Elementary, South Park Elementary and South Delta Secondary in South Delta — or by calling Cindy at 604-952-5058.

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The Sidekick Players will be auditioning for its third production of the season, God of Carnage by Yasmina Reza, this weekend.

God of Carnage is about two sets of parents, one of whose child has hurt the other at a public park, who meet to discuss the matter in a civilized

manner. However, as the evening goes on, the parents become increasingly childish, resulting in the evening devolving into chaos.

The play was a success in its original language, French, and has been equally acclaimed in English-translated productions in both London

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and New York. It won a Tony Award for Best Play in 2009.

Sidekick auditions are on Saturday, Jan. 23 from 1 to 4 p.m. and Monday, Jan. 25 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Tsawwassen Arts Centre, 1172-56th St. Auditions will be a cold read from the script and no appointments will be

made. They will be on a first come, first served basis.

The cast requires two males and two females in their mid-40s. No accents required. The production is being directed by ToddElliott Gates.

For more information, contact sidekickplayers@ outlook.com.

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Travel writers set to share European trip at libraries

A local travel writing couple will visit all three Delta libraries this month to present From Berlin to Prague: Cruising the Elbe River.

Enjoy a picture-perfect cruise through East Germany and Czech Republic with Rick and Chris Millikan. Behold modern Berlin and its world famous art museums; walk with them into the times of Luther’s reformation at Wittenberg; see Berlin’s Charlottenbury, Potsdam’s Sanssouci Palace, World Heritage Dresden and glorious Prague and be constantly reminded of the splendor of the Holy Roman Empire.

Explore the beauty of Swiss Saxony. Discover Augustus the Strong, elector of Saxony, King of Poland and promoter of Meissen’s lucrative porcelain manufacture.

You’ll see monuments of regret, soul-searching responses to the holocaust, wars and commu-

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The Millikans visited Zwinger Palace in Germany. nist suppression, but most of all, you’ll get a good and entertaining look at an evolving Europe.

From Berlin to Prague: Cruising the Elbe River will be presented on the following dates: Wednesday, Jan. 20 — George Mackie Library Thursday, Jan. 21 — Ladner Pioneer Library Wednesday, Jan. 27 — Tsawwassen Library All presentations run from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Once school educators, the Millikans are now travel writers sharing mindful experiences. Their tales appear regularly in Senior Living magazine,

Open Road magazine and five B.C. community newspapers, including the Optimist.

These stories feature inquisitive ventures, nature-rich walks, bicycle tours and historic strolls, often enjoyed on cruises.

They also love to entertain audiences at the Fraser Valley Regional Libraries by sharing recent travel adventures. Their first slide presentation at the George Mackie Library featured Quebec City’s 400th anniversary. Since then they’ve returned several times presenting further travel delights and insights.

Prior to Council setting the 2016 tax rates, we invite your input on the 2016 Financial Plan – share your views on the proposed budget, including funding priorities, municipal services and upcoming projects.

View the 2016 Financial Plan on our website at Delta.ca

The proposed 2016 budget strategy includes a property tax increase of 3.5%, which will go towards: • • • •

1% to maintain city government services 0.5% for additional police members 0.5% for a life cycle replacement reserve for Delta’s five synthetic turf fields 1.5% for funding an additional Emergency Services Fire Hall at Boundary Bay Airport

Combining property taxes and utilities, a house with an average assessment increase will only pay a total of 3% more than 2015. With our commitment to no new borrowing and pay as you go project funding, all tax dollars collected will be going to services for our community. We continue to stay on track for a debt-free Delta.

Delta’s Citizen Budget – get engaged online!

Visit delta.citizenbudget.com to simulate your own Delta municipal budget by allocating tax dollars to your preferred funding categories and experience some of the decisions Council faces when developing the annual budget.

Delta Council is committed to an open, accessible budget process for all Delta residents. Please submit your feedback by January 25, 2016. visit: delta.citizenbudget.com / email: finance@delta.ca phone: 604-946-3230 / fax: 604-946-3962

Visting professor to speak at church

Dr. John W. Martens of the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minnesota, will be speaking at South Delta Baptist Church tonight.

At 7 p.m. in the chapel of the Tsawwassen church, Dr. Martens will discuss an approach to studying the Bible to increase our understanding and learning through his most recent commentary on The Gospel of Mark that will engage and further your own study.

This is the first New Testament commentary to be published by local publisher Jim Martens/

Red Maple Press. It was one of three finalists last June in The Word Awards in the Biblical Studies category.

The evening has been structured as an informal dessert night coupled with some great conversation and teaching. There is no cost for the event or the desserts.

The book is written for lay people and has been described as one of the most creative and innovative books on the Gospel in recent years.

Dr. John W. Martens Dr. Martens will also be speaking at The House of James in Abbotsford next week.

News hounds have new club at library Join other newshounds to talk about current events through the Tsawwassen News Club, a new program at the Tsawwassen Library.

Participants can bring an article to share or discuss what turns up in the day’s paper.

Last week’s debut gathering was a success. In preparation, staff member Donna Ellis brought for-

ward a large choice of articles and stories, however what was discussed was entirely based on the consensus of the participants; if something didn’t appeal, the topic was skipped over and a new subject was introduced.

In anticipation of future dialogue, Ellis vows to do further research on some of the favoured topics.

The hour concludes with

an upbeat story and the opportunity to continue chatting independently.

The Tsawwassen News Club meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Enjoy some coffee, cookies and relaxed conversation at upcoming drop-in sessions on Jan. 26, Feb. 9 and 23 and March 8.

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role and lifestyle changes, accessing and using community resources, and legal and financial issues. To register phone Laurie 604-9433921, Sylvia 604-943-7596 or the Centre for Supportive Care 604-948-0660.

Coming Events CLUBS AND GROUPS Heads Up! An Introduction to Brain Health, free workshop presented by Alzheimer Society of B.C., 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., KinVillage, 5430-10th Ave. Jan. 20. Preregistration required. 604449-5000, info.southfraser@ alzheimerbc.org.

Reach Society Preschool South Delta open house Jan. 20, 6-8pm, 3-3800 72nd St., Ladner. Parents and children are welcome. Come and see our inclusive preschool in the countryside. For more info: 604-946-6622 ext 308.

Are you responsible for the care of a family member or friend at home or in a facility? Trying to cope with the changes that illness and/ or aging bring to a loved one can be a difficult and stressful job. The Delta Caregivers’ Network is offering an education and support group starting Wednesday Feb. 10th from 1 to 3 pm once a week for 8 weeks. Cost is $50.00. Subjects covered include caregiver stress, communication techniques,

Ready to jam on your uke?

Ukulele Jam resumes again on Thursday, January 21 from 7-8:30 pm. Whatever your level of experience may be, bring your ukulele to the Tsawwassen Library every third Thursday of the month for an enjoyable evening.

Relaxation Circle. Drop in Tuesdays from 10:30 a.m. - noon at the Centre for Supportive Care – 4631 Clarence Taylor Cres., Ladner. This group is for anyone diagnosed with cancer, life threatening or progressive illness. Practicing stress reduction can be helpful when experiencing pain, anxiety, worry exhaustion, sleeplessness or other symptoms. For more information please call 604-948-0660.

Delta Stroke Recovery is seeking volunteers for a gymnasium program which takes place on Thursdays.

One to one efforts are required for safety purposes to assist stroke survivors while using equipment,

weights, treadmills, etc. in order to improve strength, balance and range of motion. Applicants need to have a real interest in what helps individuals who are working with a physical trainer to recover from effects of stroke. Contact Dawn Sillett (coordinator) at 604-946-2731.

Canadian Mental Health Association VancouverFraser offers a Family Support Group in South Delta for individuals supporting someone with a mental illness. Meetings are on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month from 7 - 9 p.m. Next meeting is on Jan. 27. Please call the Delta office at 604-943-1878 or email info.delta@cmha. bc.ca to register for your first meeting.

The South Delta Newcomers & Alumni meetings are held the third Thursday of each month at 7:15 p.m. 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, Jan. 21. Contact Linda at lj.rigby@telus.net, phone number: 604-943-3863, for

more information.

Male and female volunteers needed for all shifts at Tsawwassen’s Hospice Cottage Charity Shoppe.

Particularly in need of cashiers for all shifts and volunteers for Thursday afternoon and evenings and Saturdays. Call 604-9480660 ext. 333 for more information.

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: 604-948-0682 or Jan: 604-946-8479.

SENIORS International Folk Dancing - Have fun learning dances from around the world. KinVillage Community Centre, 543010th Ave., Tsawwassen. 7-8 pm Thursday Jan. 21, Feb. 4, 11, 19 & 25, March 3 & 10. $3 for Members - $4 for NonMembers. Your first session is free. Beginners welcome.

Come by yourself or with a friend. No partner necessary.

Wear comfortable shoes and clothing.

Free UVic Chronic Pain Self-Management workshop

runs Thursdays, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm at McKee Seniors Rec Centre from Feb 4 to Mar 10. Participants will learn strategies to manage pain, deal with difficult emotions, exercise safely, and work with their health care team. Caregivers are welcome. To register call UVic at 604-940-1273 or go to www. selfmanagementbc.ca Shari’s Saturday Social.

Next dance is Feb. 13. Doors open at 7 p.m. Dancing 7:30-11 p.m. Dress style optional but some glitz and glamour is always welcome!

KinVillage Community Centre 5430 10th Ave., Tsawwassen. Tickets available at the door. $12 for members and $14 for nonmembers. Cash or cheque only. Mid-evening goodies, tea, and coffee, included. To reserve a table, please call Shari at 604-943-8755.

FUND RAISERS 11th ANNUAL GIANT BOOK SALE. Board games, CDs, DVDs Bring your own bag and fill it full of bargains!

Thursday, Jan. 28 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Friday, Jan. 29 9 a.m.6 p.m. and Saturday, Jan. 30 9 a.m.-3 p.m. KinVillage Community Centre 5430 10th Ave., Tsawwassen.

There will be a Memorial Hockey Game to honour Kirk Holifield Jan. 23 at 4:15 p.m. at Great Pacific Forum (Planet Ice). Following the game there will be a get together for the teams and friends at 7 p.m. at The Landing. The event will raise funds for Kidsport (Ladner).

Please join us for some stories, raffles and a 50/50 draw.

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$500 DISCOUNT Complimentary before & after scan

Quiz Night at KinVillage Community Centre, 543010th Ave., Tsawwassen, 7-10 pm, Saturday, Jan. 23. Get together a team of four and register by calling Ivor Hewitt at 604-943-6338. $20 per team.

Comfortable Removable Clear Your perfect alternative to braces!

Call us at 604.943.2291 to book your appointment www.NaturesDental.ca

On Saturday, January 23, Delta Museum & Archives Society’s curator Darryl MacKenzie will be visiting each Delta Library with a selection of artifacts. Come between 10:15 – 11:15 am (Tsawwassen) or 12-1 p.m.

(Ladner) to find out what they are.

Arthritis Series – Understanding Arthritis Monday, January 25, 1:30 – 3:30 pm at the Ladner Pioneer Library. Get a clear picture of what is really happening in your body when we talk about Arthritis. This

will aid you in understanding the importance of self-management (pain management, medications, exercise and complementary therapies, etc.) and learn about the many tools and aids you can use to make life easier. We will also discuss the various programs and services available to you.

The public is invited to come and learn about some of the unique history of Freemasonry in an open forum where the Lodge is set up, the Freemasons will be in their full attire and the presentation given by a guest speaker will be both interesting and interactive.

The Origin of Freemasonry: Myths, Theories, and History,

by Jonathan Silveira takes place Wednesday, Jan. 27. Presentation Starts at: 8 pm - Open to Adults (men & women) and Freemasons. Dress code: Business (tie). Location: 4873 Delta St., Ladner. To register visit http://tinyurl. com/Tsawwassen-LodgePresentation.

Benediction Lutheran Church is hosting a special event Jan. 31 to celebrate its 50th anniversary. Following the regular service at 9 a.m. there will be a special service at 2 p.m. followed by a reception. There will be a presentation of photos through the years, and previous pastors and members of the congregation have been invited. We would like to invite the community to celebrate with us. 5575 6th Ave. in Tsawwassen.

ARTS The “Wander Inn” Cafe (ext of Freshwave Ministries) is open for your evening enjoyment on Saturday, Jan. 23, 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. at 5545 Ladner Trunk Rd., Delta. Performers include Stephanie Standerwick (singer-songwriter/recording artist) and Christine Magee (singer-songwriter/ recording artist, vocal/piano/ guitar teacher, and solo performerl). Cover charge: suggested $5. includes beverages/goodies.

Calling all singers.

Auditions and registration open for a new term of singing with the Delta Choral Society. For full details visit www.deltachoral.ca.

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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Sports Shorts SCOREBOARD SPORT VANCOUVER METRO SOCCER LEAGUE Division One GP W ICSF Columbus 16 10 Binger’s Army 17 10 ND Olympics 16 10 Guildford FC 15 9 Westside 16 10 SD Royals 17 8 Akal FC 16 5 Metropolitan 17 3 Rinos Van SC 17 4 Sarajevo FC 17 2 FC Romania 15 3 Shaheen FC 17 3

T L 4 2 2 5 2 4 5 1 1 5 3 6 3 8 7 7 4 9 6 9 3 9 2 12

Pts 34 32 32 32 31 27 18 16 12 12 12 11

PACIFIC JUNIOR HOCKEY Tom Shaw Conference GP W L T Pts North Van 35 26 8 1 53 Grandview 35 21 11 3 45 Richmond 35 18 11 6 42 Delta 36 15 15 6 36 Port Moody 36 8 24 4 20 Harold Brittian Conference Mission 38 26 11 1 Abbotsford 38 25 10 3 Aldergrove 35 18 15 2 R. Meadows 35 14 16 5 Langley 37 4 31 2 North Van 6

53 53 38 33 10

Delta 1

UPCOMING

SR GIRLS BASKETBALL Monday Jan. 25: Delta Pacers at South Delta Sun Devils 6:15 p.m.

LOCAL TIDES

Pacific Standard Time.

Height in feet THURSDAY, JAN 21 4:33 am 9:30 am 2:14 pm 9:41 pm

13.8 11.2 13.5 2.6

FRIDAY, JAN 22 5:18 am 10:27 am 3:07 pm 10:25 pm

14.4 10.8 13.5 2.6

SATURDAY, JAN 23 5:58 am 111:17 am 3:58 pm 11:06 pm

14.4 10.5 13.1 2.6

SUNDAY, JAN 24 6:33 am 12:02 pm 4:46 pm 11:44 pm

14.8 10.2 12.8 3.0

MONDAY,JAN 25 7:05 am 12:47 pm 5:32 pm

14.8 9.5 12.5

These predictions are supplements to and not replacements for the Canadian Tide and Current Tables, which include the only authorized tidal predictions for Canada and are provided by Canadian Hydrographic Service.

DELTA SPORTS

Got Sports?

Contact Mark at mbooth@delta-optimist.com or 604-946-4451

Pearson takes game to India

National team veteran will make his debut with Delhi Waveriders on Saturday SHAHEED DEVJI

Special to the Optimist

When national team midfielder Mark Pearson was playing at last month’s Field Hockey World League Final in Raipur, India, he knew he was being watched.

After all, the World League Final was one of the biggest tournaments of the year in field hockey and broadcast to an international audience.

But with the beginning of the Hockey India League (HIL) — a one-month, six-team series — right around the corner, it was also an opportunity for the league’s coaches — like Cedric D’Souza, a commentator in Raipur and coach of the HIL’s Delhi Waveriders — a to get a last look at players for their teams. “[Goalkeeper David] Carter got spoken to a little bit when we were in Raipur and so I thought okay if I don’t hear anything here the dream is dead,” says the native of Tsawwassen.

The dream was to be selected for one the exclusive 48 foreign spots in the Indian league, which features many of the world’s top players.

Pearson, Carter and defender Adam Froese entered the auction for the HIL last September but were not drafted.

And while Pearson didn’t get picked up when he was in India in December, the 28-year-old received pleasant news shortly after he returned home to Vancouver.

“I woke up to an email on Christmas eve from the head coach of the Delhi Waveriders

A strong performance at last month’s Field Hockey World League Final in India has earned Canadian national team member Mark Pearson a pro contract with the Delhi Waveriders of the Hockey India League. The 28-year-old from Tsawwassen will make his regular season debut on Saturday. Pearson will also be headed to his second Summer Olympic Games later this year in Rio. franchise just sort of gauging my interest,” he says.

Austin Smith, captain of the

Mark Pearson (far right) with some of his Dehli Wavriders teammates. The Delta Falcons product has earned one of just 48 foreign spots available in the Hockey India League.

South African’s national team and one of the eight players chosen for the Waverider’s foreign roster spots, was injured and the Waveriders needed a replacement.

Pearson, after a stellar performance at World League in which he led the Canadian team in goals, got the call and was quick to accept.

“Certainly it’s a great personal achievement,” Pearson continued. “In the same vein as Sukhi (Panesar) and Carter being nominated (for the 2015 Hockey Stars awards), it’s a reflection of our team’s performance over the last 16-18 months. People are starting to take notice of Canadian field hockey players.”

For Canadian head coach Anthony Farry, the decision to let Pearson go to India and play was an easy one, despite the Canadian team heading to South Africa to begin its Olympic training later this month.

“The biggest thing for us is that he would get to train and play with some of the best players in

the world,” Farry says.

Not only will Pearson individually benefit from the level of play, the financial reward, and the cultural experience, but his participation in the Indian series is a coup of sorts for the Canadian men’s program, which — after an eventful and successful 2015 — has qualified for the 2016 Olympic Summer Games in Brazil and is increasingly becoming recognized internationally.

“When we look at it from that perspective, it is a bit of a reward,” Farry adds. “We’re starting to get noticed a bit more, and should we have a really good Olympics as we plan to, it certainly opens the doors for more players to go and do this type of thing.”

The Waveriders’ first game of the series is on Saturday in Lucknow against the Uttar Pradesh Wizards.

They will play ten games in just less than a month. The top four teams move on to the tournament semi-finals in Delhi on Feb. 21.

A20 The Delta Optimist January 20, 2016

Sports

South Delta’s Stefano Goulas (25) will be playing for Team BC U18 in Las Vegas.

Football trio head to Las Vegas A trio of South Delta Sun Devils are off to Las Vegas this week with their respective B.C. teams for the High Roller Football Showdown.

Football B.C. will be entering teams at the Grade 8, U16 and U18 levels of the tournament to compete against all-star American teams featuring players from Kansas, Tennessee, Kentucky, Ohio, Texas, Utah, Arkansas, Nevada, as well as Puerto Rico.

Sun Devils head coach Ray Moon continues his involvement with the Football B.C. coaching staffs. He has been appointed as defensive line coach with the U16 squad.

Among the players he will be overseeing is Anderw Kraft, one of seven defensive lineman on the roster. Kraft was a

two-way force this past with the powerhouse South Delta Bantam Rams, helping the squad cap an unbeaten season by winning the provincial championship.

Meanwhile, running back Stefano Goulas has earned a roster spot with the U18 B.C. team. The Grade 11 two-way contributor will be one of the key returning players for the Sun Devils in 2016.

The U16 B.C. team will face Team Vegas on Friday. The tournament continues the following day with the winners advancing to the championship round, and the losers playing in a consolation final.

The U18 B.C. players will be taking part in the “Big Nasty” skills competition on Friday afternoon before taking on Team Vegas USA Varsity on Saturday night.

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IN MEMORIAM

WATT, Gordon

In Loving Memory of

DOROTHY A. TAYLOR

October 5, 1928- January 18th, 2012 We love you and miss you every day.

You remain always in our hearts and thoughts, you were very special.

April 24, 1925 January 11, 2016 Gordon passed away peacefully on January 11, 2016 at Delta Hospital. He was predeceased by his father, mother and brother Lewis.

Your loving husband Ken and Family Leaving behind to remember his life is his wife of 63 years, Ella; daughter Deborah (Paul), grandchildren Chelsea and Cameron, as well as nephews and extended family.

OBITUARIES CLARKE, James Graydon James (Jim) Graydon Clarke, 81, of Delta, British Columbia, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2016 at his home, Haven House.

Jim was born in Plaster Rock, New Brunswick on March 19, 1934. He was the son of the late John and Verna (Jacques) Clarke.

He is survived by his daughter Heidi (Tor) Baxter of Point Roberts, Washington, sons Peter (Christy) Clarke of White Rock, BC and David (Kathleen) Clarke of Saint Andrews, NB, brother Lionel (Marg) Clarke of Waverley, NS; grandchildren Tanya, Lindsay, Erin, Simon and Bryan, and many loving cousins, nieces, nephews and extended family.

He was predeceased by his brothers Bob and John Clarke and sisters Ruth Watson and Wilma Miller.

Jim lived most of his adult life on the West Coast with successful careers as a pilot, engineer and entrepreneur. He started his flying career with the Royal Canadian Air Force and continued flying for both work and pleasure. It was not unusual for him to fly his float plane 150 km for ice cream and then race back and give dripping ice cream bars to whomever he saw. He particularly enjoyed exploring the West Coast, finding opportunities for fishing, flying and storytelling.

A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, January 22, 2016 at 1:00 pm at Trinity Community Lutheran Church, 1880 APA Road, Point Roberts WA. Interment will follow at Point Roberts Cemetery.

Gordon served his country as an infantryman with Calgary Highlanders.

He was decorated with many medals for his part in the liberation of the Netherlands. He returned from WWII and entered the retail sales field. The family was the focus of Gordon’s life and he will be missed by all of us.

A Celebration of Life Memorial will be held on Friday, January 22, 2016, 1:00 pm at Delta Funeral Home, 5329 Ladner Trunk Road, Ladner, BC. Delta Funeral Home (604) 946-6040

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GENERAL EMPLOYMENT BRENT KELLY FARMS of Delta, B.C. is seeking ambitious, dependable & self-starting individuals.

The primary role will be maintaining cranberry fields in all aspects, such as hand weeding, weed whacking, pruning, fertilizing, and digging drains. Experience is an asset but not required.

The job is physical in nature and applicants must be willing to work extended hours if needed. Wage is $10.49, 60 hours/week.

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WILSON, Bronnie August 24, 1913 - November 28, 2015 It is with heavy hearts that we say a final goodbye to our Mother, Gram, GiGi, sister, aunt and friend.

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O’BRIEN , (Bill) William January 22, 1927 - January 13, 2016 JENSON, Charles Stanley August 22, 1917-January 10, 2016 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Charles Stanley Jenson. Stanley was in his 99th year and passed away at Kin Village with family by his side. He was a long term resident of Tsawwassen for over 45 years. Stanley was predeceased by his loving wife, Lois of over 70 years in August 2015. Stanley is survived by his daughter Rosemary Manarin (Herman), son Michael (Sharon), five grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Stanley lived a long and happy life and was very proud of his career with the Royal Air Force and later, the Royal Canadian Air Force.

A Celebration of Life will be held at the Coast Tsawwassen Inn, 1665 - 56th Street, Delta, BC on Sunday, January 24th at 1:30pm.

FARM LABOURERS

required in Delta. $10.50 per hour. 5-6 days per wk. 50-60 hours per wk.

Maintenance work of cranberry fields such as pruning and hand weeding.

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Bill’s family wishes to express sincere and grateful thanks to family physician Dr. James Park, a loving and caring man, to the nurses in home care program who visited Bill regularly, to the firemen who tended his falls, to Dr. McFarlane and all the staff at Delta Hospital, to Gilly Heaps and the caring staff at Irene Thomas Hospice. God’s blessing and heartfelt thanks to all who looked after Bill so well.

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In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to British Columbia Waterfowl Society, 5191 Robertson Road, Delta BC, (604)-946-6980, www.reifelbirdsanctuary.com.

Cancer took Bill and left a huge gap in the lives of Mary, his wife for 66 years, sons Harry and Pat, daughters Joann and Kellie, grandsons Mike, Kevin and Brian, granddaughters Selby, Jennifer, and Shannan and all their partners. Also Bill’s eight lovely great grandchildren, Grace, Mozes, Andeigh, McKenzie, Chloe, Shane, Seaghan and Malcolm.

Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Sacred Heart Church at 11am January 20th, followed by reception at the church.

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PRODUCTION STAFF K-BRO LINEN SYSTEMS ENTERPRISE STREET • Full-time: 4 days @ 10 hrs • Part-Time: 4-5 hrs starting at 6pm • Starting pay rate: • $11.22 - $13.25 / hour plus extended Health Insurance • Ability to work weekends is required K-Bro Linens operates a large modern commercial laundry facility located within a short walk from Lake City Sky train in Burnaby.

Apply in person: 8035 Enterprise St., Bby January 21, 2016 between 9:30am & 4:00pm

FARM LABOURERS req’d for seasonal work. Duties: Sorting and packaging of fruit, some heavy lifting req’d.

Preference for those with previous exp. in a farm setting. Min. 40hr/wk,

$10.49/hr .Fax 604-244-0588

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A22 The Delta Optimist January 20, 2016 EMPLOYMENT GENERAL EMPLOYMENT SEASONAL GREENHOUSE WORKERS

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General greenhouse work involved in propagating, tending and harvesting vegetables. a $10.59 per hour Productivity bonuses of up to $3 per hour paid for certain tasks Full Time 50 Hours per week Mon to Sat. Starting April 2016 Experience is an asset

Houweling’s Tomatoes 2776 64th Street, Delta Send resume to resumes@ houwelings.com or fax to 604-946-9158

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Legitimate employers do not ask for money as part of the application process; do not send money; do not give any credit card information; or call a 900 number in order to respond to an employment ad.

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VANDULA FARMS (9832 Ladner Trunk Rd., Delta, BC). Tel (604) 5940918; Fax (604) 677-5915.

Email: stevecwong@yahoo.com - Seasonal, Temp F/T Farm

Worker - April 1, 2016- October 31, 2016 - $10.59/hr @40 hrs/wk+OT(if req) - Duties include harvesting vegetables, irrigating land, operating farm equipment, washing, cleaning, sorting, packing vegetables.

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Must be legally entitled to work/valid Canadian work permit.

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