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Noah and Mikayla Cole of Ladner get lost in a sea of bell peppers Saturday during a tour of Westcoast Greenhouses as part of BC Greenhouse Veggie Days.

Musical garden created in park Diefenbaker now has durable percussion instruments SANDOR GYARMATI

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Kids and kids at heart will be able to enjoy making music at Diefenbaker Park.

Municipal officials, members of the Rotary Club of Tsawwassen and others, including a Grade 3 class from Pebble Hill Elementary, were on hand at the Tsawwassen park last Thursday for the grand opening of a musical garden.

The $56,000 project is a partnership between the service club

and the Corporation of Delta.

An outdoor play area was installed that has several durable percussion instruments, including drums, chimes and xylophones, all designed for outdoor use. Instruments are placed in a circular space within a seating wall and newly planted trees.

Noting studies have shown music is beneficial for child development, Mayor Lois Jackson applauded Rotary projects that have benefited the community.

Club president Benno Bucher

said everyone from children to their great grandparents can enjoy the musical features.

Special recognition was also given to Rotarian Vicki Sangster for her work with the club, including spearheading the creation of the musical garden.

The Rotary Club of Tsawwassen, which developed a water play area at Diefenbaker Park a few years ago, has been involved in a variety of community projects, including the Soap Box Derby that will have its second running this Saturday.

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Pebble Hill Elementary students try out the new musical garden.

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Check out all our photos from last Friday’s Grad Walk at Delta Secondary in Ladner as graduating students walked the red carpet in front of family and friends. Photos will also appear in Friday’s edition of the Optimist.

Photographer Gord Goble was busy over the weekend as we’ve also got online galleries from Ladner Bandfest and the Tsawwassen Shrine Club’s salmon BBQ.

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Not only do they both have marinas, but Point Roberts and Campobello Island are both accessed through another country.

Point Roberts finds a sister

New Brunswick’s Campobello Island a ‘mirror image’ of American peninsula IAN JACQUES

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Point Roberts has a new sister — sister city that is.

The tiny American peninsula and Campobello Island, N.B. recently signed a Sister Cities International Partnership agreement that was several years in the making.

According to the agreement, the two communities share similar goals of international cooperation, mutual prosperity, world peace and they believe it is in their collective interest to strengthen ties. They also share a geographical

peculiarity.

Joel Lantz, president of the Point Roberts Registered Voters’ Association, and Stephen Smart, the mayor of Campobello Island, signed the agreement.

“Ruby White, who is one of the original founders of the Point Roberts Registered Voters’ Association started researching this idea about five years ago,” said Lantz.

“About six months ago she got on me again and really pushed for this. I just really helped get this to the finish line. It’s pretty cool and all Ruby’s idea.”

Campobello Island is off the coast of Maine, but located in New Brunswick on the Bay of Fundy. It is one of three Fundy Islands.

“Campobello and Point Roberts are mirror images of one another,” said White. “They have to drive through the state of Maine to get to their mainland just like we have to drive through B.C. to get to ours. They have basically the same amenities, other than they have no gas stations or banks and we have several gas stations and two banks, but they have their larger areas

and an international park.

I think it could provide a vehicle for the two communities to address their mutual concerns.”

Lantz said the voters’ association will be reaching out to Point Roberts residents as well as those on Campobello Island for ideas as to what projects or initiatives the two communities could tackle.

He said a community celebration is being planned for later in June and a sign will be erected coming into town declaring the sister city relationship.

“Maybe there can be

some kind of cool program we can come up with around cultural exchange, environmental stewardship. I think those are the things we are interested in,” said Lantz.

According to the Sister Cities International website, a sister city, county or state relationship is a broad-based, long-term partnership between two communities in two countries. A sister city, county, or state relationship is officially recognized after the highest elected or appointed official from both communities signs off on an agreement.

House prices continue to inch upwards SANDOR GYARMATI

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House prices in South Delta continue to inch their way back upward.

According to the latest figures from the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver, the “benchmark” price of a detached house in Ladner last month was $972,000, a 0.4 per cent increase from April. It still represents a 5.3 per cent drop, however, from the same month last year.

In Tsawwassen, the price was $1,209,400, a 0.5 per cent increase from the previous month, but a 3.8 per cent decline over the year.

In April, the price of a

house in Tsawwassen rose 2.5 per cent from March, while the price in Ladner was up 2.2 per cent from the previous month.

In North Delta, according to the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board, the “average” price of a house in May was $960,121, a 3.1 per cent increase from the previous month.

The recent modest hikes in house prices come after a decline in the market in the latter half of 2016, which came on the heels of sharp increases over the first half of last year. At this time last year, both Ladner and Tsawwassen saw yearto-year increases well over 30 per cent.

Some homeowners in Delta are now getting

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South Delta house prices increased again in May, but are still below levels at this time last year. an eyeful after receiving their property tax notices, increases, in some cases, fueled by those huge property value increases.

The average Delta home will pay $96 more in

combined property taxes and flat utility fees this year, increases that don’t include what other taxing authorities charge.

As far as the municipal property tax portion

of the bill, Delta council approved an increase of 2.75 per cent, which works out to around $61 for an average Delta home assessed at $926,500.

Homeowners who saw huge increases in their assessments did at least get some good news earlier this year from the province when it was announced assessments that shot over the threshold for the provincial homeowner grant won’t necessarily lose out. The province announced it was increasing the threshold from $1.2 million to $1.6 million. That means most Delta homeowners who saw dramatic increases won’t be missing out on the $570 grant.

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Scam of the month With the rise in scams, particularly those online, the Delta Police Department, in conjunction with the Optimist, introduces a monthly article to help residents stay safe from fraudsters.

Tax season always sees an increase in fraudsters presenting themselves as the Canada Revenue Agency. They typically inform you of taxes owed and threaten imminent arrest if you don’t pay immediately.

Despite what you might think, their antics don’t end with your yearly filing on or before April 30 as one Delta resident can attest. On May 10, “Mary” received an email from fraudsters: While “Mary” may well be receiving a tax return this year, this email was not sent by the CRA. There was a fake CRA email address ending with “highland.edu”, the website for a community college in Illinois.

Sound fishy to you too?

What about the “Secure form” link starting with “cra-arg.gc.ca?” While

close, that’s not the CRA’s website either. These clues are typical of these types of emails, and should put you on guard to their true nature.

Remember the following tips when receiving such contact from fraudsters, whether it be by email, text message or phone call: • The CRA will never send an email asking you to divulge your personal or financial information.

• By simply clicking on any links in the email, you could pick up a nasty computer virus, causing you no end of grief.

• If you do provide personal information in response to these emails, it will surely be used to steal your identity.

If you have any doubt at all about your tax account, simply call the CRA directly at its individual tax enquiries line (1-800-9598281) and ask for yourself.

As for that email, delete it and make sure to share your story with friends and family. The more we talk about this, the less vulnerable we all become.

Const. Dustin Classen is assigned to the Economic and Technical Crime Unit of the Delta Police Department.

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The 2017 BC Law Enforcement Torch Run wraps up Friday afternoon in Ladner.

Olympics athletes and it’s wonderful to watch the Lower Mainland Torch Run continue to thrive.”

DPD Insp. Debbie McLeod has been the department’s event coordinator for the past 18 years. She said the first year she got involved she was instantly inspired by the athletes’ determination.

“We have a lot of local athletes that compete in Special Olympics, so Delta police really feel it is important to support these athletes,” McLeod said, adding the DPD has been involved in the event for the past 22 years.

“The Torch Run is just one component, however, of what we do. We are very involved in fundraising

events throughout the year. We hold a fundraising event at a Vancouver Giants game and we have many fantastic corporate sponsors right here in Delta. It certainly has major impacts on the whole community.”

McLeod said the DPD also mentors the athletes throughout the year and not just when they are competing in their chosen sports.

For the final leg on Friday, runners will leave Richmond in the morning and muster in Lions Park in Ladner at 1:45 p.m. They will stop at the Ladner Legion for a cheque presentation and then make their way to the police department to wrap things up.

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Delta police officers are joining other law enforcement agencies this week in carrying the torch in support of BC Special Olympics.

From June 6 to 9, law enforcement members and Special Olympics athletes in communities across the Lower Mainland are lacing up their running shoes for the 2017 BC Law Enforcement Torch Run. Participants are carrying the Flame of Hope through 18 communities as they promote a message of respect and inclusion for individuals with intellectual disabilities.

Approximately 500 law enforcement members and 80 Special Olympics athletes are expected to take part in this annual four-day run, which wraps up in Ladner Friday afternoon with a celebration barbecue at the Delta Police Department.

“It is amazing to see so many law enforcement agencies come together to support Special Olympics BC,” said Rick Lucy, Torch Run provincial director and retired Abbotsford Police Department deputy chief. “There is such a great mutual respect between law enforcement members and Special

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Illicit drug deaths South Delta grad recognized by continue to rise Canadian Medical Association across province Dr. Paul Dhillon scheduled to receive Young Leaders Award

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The number of illicit drug deaths in B.C. continues to be a major cause of concern, with April showing the secondhighest recorded numbers in a single month in the province, according to the latest statistics from the BC Coroners Service.

Provisional data show that 136 people died as a result of illicit drug use during April, an average of 4.5 each day, and almost double the April 2016 total of 69.

The April deaths bring the provisional numbers for the year-to-date to 488. They show that more than half of all illicit drug deaths involved persons between the ages of 30 and 49. Four out of five who died were male.

Of note, nine in 10 illicit drug overdose deaths occurred indoors, including more than half in private residences (54.1 per cent). No deaths occurred

at any supervised consumption site or at any of the drug overdose prevention sites.

So far in 2017, the Fraser Health Authority has reported 145 deaths (29.7 per cent of all illicit drug overdose deaths).

The Vancouver Coastal Health Authority has the highest number at 171, making up 35 per cent of the provincial total.

“It is of great concern that despite the harmreduction measures now in place and the public-safety messages issued, many people are still using illicit drugs in private residences where help is not readily available,” said chief coroner Lisa Lapointe.

“I strongly urge those using illicit drugs to do so only at a safe consumption site or drug overdose prevention site, if one is accessible.”

Fraser Health has comprehensive information about the issue at: www. fraserhealth.ca.

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Dr. Paul Dhillon, a South Delta Secondary grad, is one of 15 recipients for a 2017 Canadian Medical Association Award.

Dhillon is being presented with the Young Leaders Award, the second time he has received the honour. He was first presented with it in 2013.

The award celebrates the efforts of young physician leaders of tomorrow for their efforts today.

Dhillon graduated from SDSS in 1999 as a valedictorian.

A political science graduate of UBC, he studied medicine at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland and graduated in 2009. The following year he earned a diploma from the Royal College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, United Kingdom, and an International Red Cross certificate in health emer-

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Dr. Paul Dhillon graduated from SDSS in 1999. gencies in large populations at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore.

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The list includes editing a book — The Surprising Lives of Small-Town Doctors — and donating

all the proceeds to charity. He served as a medical officer in the Canadian Armed Forces and as the senior medical authority for Ex Arctic Ram and Ex Arctic Bison.

He has also worked in Sierra Leone in an Ebola hospital with Save the Children.

Dhillon — a full-service general practitioner in rural Saskatchewan — is a clinical assistant professor at the University of Saskatchewan.

He is also co-founder of The Review Course in Family Medicine, which helps residents and international medical graduates prepare for their certification exam in family medicine.

On the leadership front, he has served as president of the Professional Association of Interns and Residents of Saskatchewan.

This year’s Canadian Medical Association awards will be handed out on Aug. 29 in Quebec City.

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t shouldn’t come as any surprise that the George Massey Tunnel Replacement Project is in jeopardy.

After the NDP and Greens signed an accord last week in an effort to form government, it was only a matter of time before the $3.5-billion bridge would end up in the crosshairs.

Both parties spoke out against the Liberal initiative during the campaign, so it stood to reason they’d take action on those words should they be in a position to do so.

With an ever so slim majority, one that likely won’t survive a four-year term, they’re in that position now, which means they have every right to come up with their own plan, but what they can’t do is leave the commuters of this area hanging. That’s not acceptable, but I’m afraid we could be headed down that road.

Say what you want about Christy Clark and the Liberals, but they were actually doing something about what’s considered to be the No. 1 bottleneck in B.C. If the new powers that be don’t like the plan their predecessors came up with, fair enough, amend it, but don’t simply shelve it and ignore a problem that’s only going to get worse.

It was disturbing to hear NDP Leader John Horgan suggest that he’d defer the issue to the region’s mayors, knowing full well that self-serving group would kill the bridge project so precious infrastructure dollars could be spent elsewhere.

The Mayors’ Council hasn’t shown any interest in addressing congestion at the tunnel, opting instead to make projects in Vancouver and Surrey its priority. It’s the same mentality that gave this area northing but crumbs in the ill-fated TransLink plebiscite of a couple of years ago.

If the bridge is so unwanted, why did all four Richmond ridings, as well as Delta South, go to the Liberals in last month’s provincial election? There are all sorts of factors that go into every vote, but surely if the project was so unpopular, you’d think it would have had a detrimental effect at the ballot box.

Horgan and Green Leader Andrew Weaver need to demonstrate some leadership on this issue. If they don’t want to proceed with the Liberal plan, then it’s incumbent upon them to come up with an alternative. Letting the region’s mayors kill it is not an option.

New York state of mind makes for uncomfortable travelling

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just got back from a fiveday visit to America’s largest city. With a population of 8.5 million, New York City is an urban jungle of dazzling skyscrapers, historical monuments and a melting pot of race and religion. It was my first time back in 30 years and different in a way I never expected.

My husband and I stayed near Madison Square Garden. It was convenient and affordable in a very expensive city when you add on a 37 per cent exchange rate.

Near out hotel homeless people slept under cardboard boxes, drug addicts begged and people with mental illness ate out of garbage cans. None of it scared me.

It’s familiar, we’ve seen it in our own city and I understand how to navigate around it.

What I didn’t expect was a different kind of fear — the unexpected. In the subways, large public places or cultural venues, I felt like a sitting duck.

Instinctively, I checked out people, not for their unique New York style, but whether they looked suspicious.

In Times Square, we passed by the memorial for the dead and injured mowed down by a mentally ill man. We stopped at the Trump Tower, awestruck by the

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many police officers in full battle fatigues holding submachine guns, while a walk around Wall Street meant navigating intense security barriers. Cameras and police are on every corner, in uniform and undercover, on horses and bikes. It felt like a city under siege.

Every time I got on the subway I was met with the same message: “If you see something, say something. Be aware of the bigger picture, be vigilant, be suspicious of anything unattended.” So you comply and scan the subway car and remain alert.

The 911 Museum and Memorial was a priority but by the time our tour was over, I was ready to flee. The tribute to the victims is beautifully executed

and heart wrenching, our tour guide continuously reminding us that we were in a graveyard holding the souls of over 2,000 people.

The magnitude of the worst terror attack in history was sobering and deeply disturbing.

“Be fearless.” That’s how a family friend who recently moved to New York from Singapore described the philosophy of New Yorkers in business and in daily life. “Who’s ever fearless?” we joked. “I’m not.” Perhaps the mantra is a survival strategy in a country that has become increasingly polarized and violent.

It felt so good to land in YVR and know that I was home. I recognize terrorism can happen anywhere and the most recent London attack has become more personal as we learn a victim was from Castlegar. These attacks are senseless and enrage us all.

Like New Yorkers, let’s be fearless and keep travelling as it’s essential to our understanding of the world, but be prepared for a new America and a new Europe as we venture away from our beautiful little piece of paradise.

Ingrid Abbott is a writer and broadcaster whose next trip will be in the wild outdoors where the only thing to fear will be the mosquitos.

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Editor: Re: What kind of democracy is this?, letter to the editor, June 2 Traffic congestion in Greater Vancouver is a local and regional problem that replacing the George Massey Tunnel with a bridge does not solve, it just moves the problem to the Oak Street Bridge in Richmond.

The money spent on prepping for the bridge is a sunk cost and irrelevant; don’t throw good money after bad.

If we want to solve the problem of traffic congestion, we need a comprehensive, region-wide solution. Increasing road capacity rarely reduces congestion and it often

makes it worse. It’s not an opinion, it’s proven theory and a demonstrated empirical fact.

Plus, the mayors of Surrey and Richmond have already said they don’t want a bridge, only the mayor of Delta does.

Second, the majority of British Columbians voted for a party other than the Liberals, so the majority of British Columbians’ desire not to have another Liberal government was met. Our electoral laws state that if a single party is not able to obtain a majority of the seats in legislature then the individual parties (in order of the number of seats won) are given the opportunity to form a government with

another one.

Since no party had a majority of the seats, the Liberals and then the NDP were given the opportunity to form government with another party. The Green Party did not want to form government with the Liberals, but did with the NDP. If the Green Party and the NDP had not been willing to work together, then there would have been a Liberal minority.

It’s a democracy because we voted for our representatives, and because that’s how our laws work. If you don’t like it, then lobby your MLA for a new electoral system.

Consider STV or proportional representation.

Dr. Brad Davis

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Majority didn’t support Liberals Editor: Re: What kind of democracy is this?, letter to the editor, June 2 E. Graham can’t admit that more citizens voted for the Greens and the NDP as well as independents than voted for the Liberals ergo formation of a government by “amalgamation” of the Greens and

the NDP is logical.

Being governed by a majority elected by a minority is a mug’s game that the world beyond Canada gave up long ago.

Let’s hope the Greens and NDP will show us, if given the chance, that coalition and consensus is preferable to elected dictatorships we’ve had to date.

As for the bridge being the only solution to our freeway woes, Graham forgets the tunnel was deemed good for another 50 years and that doubling it was considered the rational solution before Christy Clark made her impulsive 2013 promise to build a bridge.

Greg J. Edwards

$450 tax hike is reason to get upset Editor: I am sure we all remember back to when the 2017 property assessments generated shockwaves of anxiety regarding their impact on property taxes. We

were told repeatedly and rather patronizingly, not to worry, that adjustments to the mill rate would bring everything into alignment and not to “fear monger.”

Well, my tax notice

arrived last week and despite all the soft soap rhetoric, my taxes went up over $450. Is it OK if I get a little upset about it now or is that still too alarmist?

Nick Mayar

Tree bylaw has to take new reality into account Editor: Re: Tree bylaw changes needed, for safety’s sake, letter to the editor, May 31 My letters to our learned Delta council have so far

fallen on deaf ears. What will it take to wake up and face the so predictable future? Upcoming dangerous storms are not a hoax.

The remedy is perhaps

too simple; exclude all trees within falling range of dwellings and other vulnerable locations from the present tree bylaw.

Peter Thoss

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A10 The Delta Optimist June 7, 2017

Public Hearing - Monday, June 12, 2017 The Municipal Council of The Corporation of Delta will hold a Public Hearing, in accordance with the Local Government Act, to consider the proposed early termination of land use contracts for industrial and commercial properties: Date: Time: Place:

Monday, June 12, 2017 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.

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

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 Monday, June 12, 2017.

Project No. 1 Early Termination of Land Use Contracts for Industrial Properties Bylaw No.: The Corporation of Delta (Industrial – LU008153) Land Use Contract Termination Bylaw No. 7647, 2017 File No.: Locations: Applicant:

LU008153 As shown outlined in bold on MAPS IND-1, IND-2 and IND-3 The Corporation of Delta Telephone: 604.946.3382

Proposal:

Map No. 1 2 3 4 5 6

IND-1 IND-1 IND-1 IND-2 IND-2 IND-2

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IND-3 IND-3 IND-3 IND-3

Land Use Contract Termination Bylaw No. 7647 would terminate the land use contracts registered on title for the following industrial subject properties:

Address

Land Use Underlying Zoning Contract No. 4940 Chisholm Street LU76-11 I1 Light Industrial 4621 River Road W LU75-3 I1 Light Industrial 4179 River Road W LU78-3 I2 Heavy Industrial 7447 River Road LU74-41 I2 Heavy Industrial 7449 River Road LU76-4 I2 Heavy Industrial 7777 Ross Road LU75-6 I2 Heavy Industrial – I7 Special Industrial 9497 River Road LU77-11 I2 Heavy Industrial 9518 River Road LU78-5 I2 Heavy Industrial 9519 River Road LU78-5 I2 Heavy Industrial 9680 River Road LU75-35 RS1 Single Family Residential – I6 Waterfront Industrial

Staff Contact: Mike Ruskowski, Senior Planner – 604-946-3382 Web Location: May 15, 2017 Regular Council Meeting Agenda Item E.03 Project No. 2 Early Termination of Land Use Contracts for Commercial Properties Bylaw No.: The Corporation of Delta (Commercial – LU008153) Land Use Contract Termination Bylaw No. 7648, 2017 File No.: Locations:

LU008153 As shown outlined in bold on MAPS COM-1, COM-2, COM-3, COM-4, COM-5, COM-6, COM-7 and COM-8

Applicant:

The Corporation of Delta

Telephone: 604.946.3382

Staff Contact: Mike Ruskowski, Senior Planner – 604-946-3382 Web Location: May 15, 2017 Regular Council Meeting Agenda Item E.03

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Proposal: Land Use Contract Termination Bylaw No. 7648 would terminate the land use contracts registered Early Termination under the Local Government Act: on title for the following commercial subject properties: Provisions that came into effect in 2014 amended the Local Map No. Address Land Use Underlying Zoning Government Act to provide for termination of existing Contract No. land use contracts on the earlier of June 30, 2024 or an earlier date set by the local governments. Where the 1 COM-1 5045 48 Avenue LU74-34 C1-L Core Commercial Ladner 2 COM-1 5405 Ladner Trunk Road LU77-17 C2 Commercial Local local government wishes to exercise the early termination 3 COM-1 4847, 4855, 4879 and LU76-31 CD14 Comprehensive Development Zone No. 14 option, it must: 4899 Delta Street 4 5 6 7

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4901 - 4996 River Reach 4801 - 4882 Turnbuckle Wynd 1077 56 Street Unaddressed property located east of 1077 56 Street (Parking Area) PID 005-205-859 1323 56 Street 1333 56 Street 1512 56 Street 1524 56 Street 10190 River Road 8310, 8320, 8330, 8340, 8346, 8350, 8354, 8356 and 8360 112 Street 10992 River Road 11008 River Road 8555 120 Street Unaddressed property adjacent to 8555 120 Street PID 001-155-814 8651 - 8701 120 Street

LU76-31 LU76-31 LU77-31 LU77-31

CD14 Comprehensive Development Zone No. 14 CD14 Comprehensive Development Zone No. 14 C1 Core Commercial C1 Core Commercial

LU75-21 LU77-7 LU75-39/ LU78-25 LU75-39/ LU78-25 LU78-34 LU76-6

C1 Core Commercial C1 Core Commercial C1 Core Commercial C1 Core Commercial CD307 Comprehensive Development Zone No. 307 C2 Commercial Local

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8821 120 Street Kennedy Heights (Parent Property) Kennedy Heights Unaddressed property adjacent to 8821 120 Street PID 008-823-341 Kennedy Heights Unaddressed property adjacent to 8821 120 Street PID 008-823-332 Kennedy Heights Unaddressed property adjacent to 8821 120 Street PID 008-823-324 Kennedy Heights Unaddressed property adjacent to 8821 120 Street PID 008-823-367 Kennedy Heights Unaddressed property adjacent to 8821 120 Street PID 008-823-316 9305 120 Street 11910 - 11970 88 Avenue Kennedy Heights 11933 - 11961 88 Avenue Kennedy Heights 11961 82 Avenue 8209 120 Street 8239 120 Street 6950 Nicholson Road 7005 120 Street

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CD20 Comprehensive Development Zone No. 20 C1 Core Commercial C1 Core Commercial C1 Core Commercial C1 Core Commercial

The Corporation of Delta 4500 ClarenceTaylor Crescent Delta BCV4K 3E2 www.cor p.delta.bc.ca www.delta.ca

1. Adopt a bylaw that specifies the effective date of termination, which must not be sooner than one year from adoption of the bylaw.

2. Ensure that there is zoning that would apply to the affected property when the land use contract is terminated; and 3. Hold a Public Hearing on the proposed termination bylaw after first reading of the bylaw and before third reading.

The proposed land use contract termination bylaws (Bylaw Nos. 7647 and 7648) include a date of termination of June 27, 2018, which would be more than one year after the proposed date of adoption of the bylaws. Underlying zoning that would apply to each property when the land use contract applicable to it is terminated is identified in the tables of subject properties above.

Additional Information Additional information, copies of the bylaws, supporting staff report, and any relevant documentation may be inspected until Monday, June 12, 2017.

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: cpd@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.

A12 The Delta Optimist June 7, 2017

Congratulations to

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The fact that I have a new work phone is not particularly noteworthy.

The fact that I’m too stupid to use it is another matter entirely.

My new phone, like my old phone, comes with numbers. It comes with a handset. It comes with a ringer.

It also comes with a 20-page manual. And let me just say this: I would rather read the telephone

If you are interested in becoming a carrier please call 604.946.4451

Shell Busey has joined the team at RONA Tsawwassen answering all your home improvement questions on Thursday, Friday and Saturday live on location from 10am till 3pm. 604-943-2701

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On the east side of the house the sidewalk is right up to basement wall and water runs to the house. On the inside it is coming through on a rusted foundation tie, is there a product that would seal from the inside?

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Name(s): Rusty Age(s): 63 Occupation: Fleet Maintenance Mechanic What activity did you participate in?

Fitness studio and weight room Where does it take place?

North Delta Recreation Centre How often do you participate?

3 times/week How long have you been involved in this activity?

3 years.

What made you get involved with this activity?

To get healthy and maintain my overall wellness.

What do you like best about the activity?

I like socializing with other people here and ending the day with a good sweat!

How does it benefit your life?

It helps me improve my health, range of motion, and maintain my strength and endurance.

Delta offers a variety of fitness programs to help all ages stay active and healthy! Pick up a pass and head to the fitness studio whenever you want, or check out the summer leisure guide for current fitness programs.

Delta also offers personal training packages for those that would benefit from one-on-one support and expertise to customize a fitness plan to meet your goals.

Learn more in the 2017 Summer Leisure Guide available online at Delta.ca or in print at recreation centres. For more information about registering for programs, please call 604-952-3000.

Before fixing the problem from the inside, you will have to correct the drainage problem caused by the sloped sidewalk to have the water run away from your house. This can be repaired by having a concrete company complete a process call slab jacking. Over time, concrete will settle and may require lifting. Slab Jacking involves pumping a dense combination of clay, sand, water and other materials through a hole drilled into the concrete by a special machine (not DIY). The mixture is injected by hydraulics under the sunken concrete lifting the slab to a proper slope. Slab Jacking often improves drainage problems associated with water seepage but it will not completely solve water problems if other problems exist in your drain tile perimeter drains. Contact Shell Busey’s Home Services at 604-542-2236 to have a drainage professional come out and view the project. Once the water seepage problems are resolved, your next step may require a penetrating crystallization sealer to be applied to the concrete surface and walls. To repair the area of the inside wall where water is seeping around the metal form tie, use hydraulic cement. Hydraulic cement comes in a powder; you mix it to a putty like consistency.

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book than a 20-page telephone manual.

The manual tells me all about the many things I can do with my new telephone. It can mute, hold, transfer, speed dial and call forward. Wouldn’t be the least bit surprised if it can also pick up my dry cleaning and run to the ATM. My 20-page manual also contains a picture of my telephone, along with a key that points to things like soft keys. I do not know what soft keys are, given that I’d always assumed all telephone keys had more or less the same feel. Soft? News to me.

Then there’s the manual’s Quick Start Guide. It details 20 telephone tasks, which would certainly not be quick where I am concerned.

Then again, I do not possess the PhD in telephone communications required for the operation of my new work phone.

The Quick Start Guide tells me things I did not know (how to host some-

thing called an ‘ad hoc conference call’ or how to participate in a ‘meet me conference call’) but also things I did.

An example of the latter: when you want to end a call, you should ‘hang up the handset.’ (Hello! I knew that! But one thing I would add: you should probably say ‘Goodbye’ first.)

This, ultimately, is all I really want to do with my phone. I want to answer it when it rings, and I want to hang up when I’m done. I do not want to manage my voicemail with a ‘portal website for unity,’ which is something described on page 14. I just want to order Chinese.

At my workplace, however, I will not be ordering Chinese or yakking with my sister.

I will be doing other things, and I am hoping beyond hope they do not include speed dials, calls forward or ad hoc conference calls.

Call me utterly antiquated, but I simply want to talk.

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Rotarians recognize outstanding youth Service clubs honour 34 young people at ninth annual Delta Rotary Youth Awards at NDSS

The Rotary clubs of Tsawwassen, Ladner and North Delta recognized 34 local young people at the ninth annual Delta Rotary Youth Awards last Friday night at North Delta Secondary.

The awards recognize Delta’s young people for helping in their community without seeking personal reward or accolades, those that have demonstrated compassion and empathy for others, shown inner strength in overcoming adversity and setting an example for others, or acted on a global level.

On hand to celebrate their accomplishments were Delta North MLAelect Ravi Kahlon, Mayor Lois Jackson, police Chief Neil Dubord and fire Chief Dan Copeland.

“This annual celebration is not just about the wonderful achievements of the award recipients so far, but this is also an

drop-in program at Sands Secondary.

IDEA stands for Inclusivity, Determination, Encouragement and Altruism. These three young women have built the program, which attracts between 30 to 75 students, and has taken place after school every Friday since early

November.

“Linda would have really been impressed with these young ladies. We all miss Linda but know that her legacy lives on when we can recognize young people like Yajya, Sonum and Leah for demonstrating the values that were so important to her,” said Abramson.

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Delta’s three Rotary clubs came togther to recognize the good work young people are doing in the community and beyond. opportunity to encourage our young leaders to think about aiming high for their future,” said Tsawwassen Rotarian and youth awards chair Leslie Abramson.

The Linda Ottho Leadership Award, in memory of the former Rotary Club Ladner president, is an honour that recognizes youth who

stand out for their passion for volunteerism.

This year’s recipients were Yajya Rishim, Sonum Rana and Leah Wong for creating the IDEA after school

34 young Deltans receive awards at annual event

The following is a list of the 2017 Delta Rotary Youth Awards recipients: Compassion & Empathy Matthew Russell Cindy Gao Yajya Rishi Sonum Rana Leah Wong Brianna Clark Kassandra Selig Jack Williamson Ali Jafri Noah Ahamed Clayton Ma Thomas Ellis

Inner Strength James Mitchell Kanwar Gill Diwas Lobana Luc Guetre

Service Above Self Yajya Rishi Sonum Rana Leah Wong Helping Hand Nathan Rivers Brittany Salikin Anna Jeffs Oliver Xie

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Community

Shrine Club hosts annual salmon BBQ

PHOTOS BY GORD GOBLE

The Tsawwassen Shrine Club had 2,000 pounds of salmon to grill last Sunday at its 48th annual barbecue at Ladner Harbour Park. The popular event once again attracted a large crowd, including Harvie Delmar and his wife Phyl (right) who have attended every barbecue since its inception almost five decades ago. For more photos, visit www.deltaoptimist.com.

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Southpointe Academy won gold at MusicFest Canada in Niagara Falls.

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Orchestra golden at MusicFest

Southpointe Academy’s intermediate wind orchestra won gold in its category at last week’s MusicFest Canada. The win qualified the orchestra to represent Canada in an international music festival in Rome, Italy.

This year 50 students and five teachers from the Southpointe Academy community took part in MusicFest Canada Nationals in Niagara Falls.

“MusicFest is the biggest music festival in North America and features some of the best musicians, choral directors and

composers in Canada,” explains Southpointe academy band director Boris Pekarsky.

To receive an invitation to MusicFest, a band must place in the 90 per cent range in multiple competitions and be highly recommended by multiple adjudicators.

“For years, this group of students has practiced tirelessly outside of the time schedule to hone their skills to the national standard. It is a great privilege to conduct and mentor such a talented group,” says Pekarsky.

With a strong foundation in concert band, senior school students perform technically challenging pieces of music.

Students in grades 10 through 12 perform together, affording young musicians with the opportunity to learn from their older peers. The ensembles not only collaborate within the classroom, but they must also learn to work together on the road.

• Southpointe will hold its senior school summer concert tomorrow at 6:30 p.m. at South Delta Baptist Church in Tsawwassen.

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PHOTO BY LORI JOHNSON PHOTOGRAPHY

John Horton is shown with B.C. Historical Federation president K. Jane Watt.

Historical award for John Horton The British Columbia Historical Federation announced last week that Tsawwassen artist John Horton is a recipient of a Certificate of Merit.

Each year the federation presents up to two certificates to groups or individuals who have made a significant contribution to the study or promotion of

British Columbia history.

The award may be for an individual project or for an activity over time.

Horton is a recognized naval artist whose work contributes to our historical understanding and interpretation of British Columbia’s naval history.

Horton has created over 50 paintings of Captain

Vancouver’s voyages along the West Coast from Washington to Alaska.

His design graced the Royal Canadian Mint’s five-ounce gold coin in 2013 and in 2016 Horton was one of four people presented with an award for outstanding achievement from the Maritime Museum of B.C.

Join us for a free community tour of GCT Deltaport!

Come experience Canada’s largest container terminal in action and see where the biggest container ships in the country come to call.

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Bus tours begin and end at: Port of Vancouver, Delta Community Office Trenant Park Square, 5225A Ladner Trunk Road, Delta, BC

Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot today at globalterminalscanada.com/sustainability or call 604.665.9636.

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Community

Music fills the air at municipal hall

Ladner Bandfest offers two-day community band showcase

PHOTOS BY GORD GOBLE

Previously held at Memorial Park, this year’s edition of Ladner Bandfest took place last weekend on the grounds of municipal hall. Adult community concert bands from throughout the Lower Mainland and Washington state, as well as the Naden Band of the Royal Canadian Navy, performed on two stages. See more photos at www.delta-optimist.com.

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Toss aside the mid-day doldrums and volunteer at FINDS Children’s Thrift Store. Reach Child and Youth Development Society is seeking exuberant and friendly volunteers to staff its children’s thrift store in Ladner Village. Shifts are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tuesday to Saturday. Contact Rae-Anne at volunteer@reachchild.org or call and leave your name and phone number at 604946-6622 ext. 300.

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Delta Nats Casual Birding Walk, a Birds on the Bay event, is set for Wednesday, June 14, 9 a.m. to noon.

Meet at Cammidge House in Boundary Bay Regional Park, Delta. Join Tom Bearss and his informal birdwatchers for a 2.5-hour amble around Boundary Bay. Info: 604940-9296 or tom.bearss@ dccnet.com. Hosts: Delta Nature. No charge for event.

Special Olympics Delta hosts its AGM June 14 at South Delta Recreation Centre at 6:30 p.m. The group is looking for new athletes to join its sports programs as well as volunteers for its executive and coaching opportunities. Visit www.sobcdelta.org.

The South Delta Newcomers and Alumnae is celebrating its 50th anniversary in conjunction with our Strawberry Tea and Social on Thursday, June 15, 7 to 10 p.m. at the Kiwanis Longhouse, 1710-56th Street, Tsawwassen. Past and current members are invited.

Port of Vancouver Delta Community Office, 5225A Ladner Trunk Rd., hosts The

Mighty Fraser: How annual dredging ensures safe passage for ships, Thursday, June 15. Choose from two presentations: 4 to 5:15 p.m. or 7 to 8:15 p.m. Guest speaker: Tino Isola, vice president, dredging and surveying, Fraser River Pile and Dredge Inc. RSVP online at portvancouver.com/delta or by phone 604-665-9636.

Take part in a free Textile Fix-it event hosted by Frameworq on Saturday, June 17 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Tsawwassen Library.

Supplies will be provided and skills will be shared so you can fix your favourite garments. Drop in anytime between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.

Janis Matson, Van Dusen Gardens educator and landscape designer, will talk about using grasses in garden design at the June 20 South Delta Garden Club meeting. Talks are free to the public. Meetings are held at Ladner Christian Reformed Church 4594-54A St, Ladner. www.southdeltagardenclub. ca. Doors open at 7 p.m.

(June 25 SDGC Garden Tour tickets now on sale: Harris Nurseryland/6508 Ladner Trunk Rd., Sunnyside Nurseries/2300-56th St., West Coast Seeds/4930 Elliot St.) Delta Spinners and Weavers June meeting has been rescheduled to Monday, June 26 at 1 p.m. at Kirkland House, 4140 Arthur Dr., Ladner. Contact a2maggie@telus.net for more info.

including mid-evening tea, coffee and assorted goodies. $12 for members, $14 for non-members, cash only please. Doors open at 7.

Dancing 7:30 to 11 p.m. To reserve a table please call Shari at 604-943-8755.

SPECIAL EVENTS Saturday, June 10, Car Boot Sale, Centennial Beach parking lot, 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Vendor set-up at 8 a.m. Vendors pay $10 for two parking stalls on a firstcome, first-served basis.

There will be a 40th grad reunion on June 10 for the SDSS class of 1977. Go to www.sdss77.myevent.com for info and tickets.

Father’s Day pancake breakfast, Sunday, June 18 from 9 a.m. to noon at Centennial Beach in Boundary Bay Regional Park.

Adults: $7. Children under 12: $3. Event co-hosted

by Boundary Bay Park Association and Tsawwassen Boundary Bay Lions Club.

Info - Geof at 604-943-1303.

Delta Chamber of Commerce 29th annual golf tournament is set for Thursday, June 29 at Beach Grove Golf Club. Members and non-members welcome. $199 per player (includes golf, power cart, lunch and dinner), $60 dinner-only option. Register online at deltachamber.ca

SENIORS Shari’s Saturday Social Dance, Saturday, June 10 at KinVillage Community Centre. The theme is Canada Country Casual. Dress style optional but … put on your western hat, dressy jeans, frills and skirts and dance to a wide variety of CD music.

Tickets available at the door

The Coming Events column is published every Wednesday as a community service. If you have a non-profit event, mail, drop off, fax, or e-mail (events@delta-optimist.com) the details to the Optimist by 3 p.m. Monday. Submissions are subject to space limitations (no phone calls, please).

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Community

Car boot sales returning to beach for 14th season

The 14th season of car boot sales at Centennial Beach gets underway this Saturday morning.

Car boot sales have nothing to do with boots, but are basically “garage sales at the beach” where homeowners, apartment dwellers and other vendors have an ideal venue to sell unwanted stuff they have accumulated. “Boot” is what the British call the “trunk” of a car.

The Boundary Bay Park Association organizes and operates seven car boot sales each summer.

The events are held twice monthly in June (10 and 24), July (8 and 22) and August (12 and 26) with one in September (9).

The event takes place in the parking lot at Centennial Beach in Boundary Bay Regional Park. For a $10 fee, vendors are allotted two parking spots, one for their vehicle and one to display their goods.

The sales start at 8:30 a.m., but vendors are

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The first car boot sale of 2017 takes place Saturday. allowed to enter the sale area beginning at 8 a.m. to set up. Stalls are assigned on a first come, first serve basis. The sales end at noon and vendors must have cleared the lot by 12:30 p.m.

Coordinator Tom Bearss said the sales are a valuable service to Deltans, and vendors from beyond, who either cannot have garage sales or don’t want the hassles of organizing one. He added many vendors enjoy the social atmosphere, chatting with customers and fellow vendors.

In addition, many visitors to the beach are pleasantly surprised by the sales as they browse a variety of

household goods, garden tools, crafts, clothing, jewelry and more.

Although these events are not a huge moneymaker for the Boundary Bay Park Association, Bearss said the association uses the earnings for a number of events it organizes or participates in throughout the year, including Heritage Day at Cammidge House, Sunday in the Park on Father’s Day and Santa’s annual visit to Cammidge House.

For more information on car boot sales, visit www.boundarybayparkassociation.wordpress.com or contact Bearss at tom. bearss@dccnet.com or 604-940-9296.

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Sports Shorts SCOREBOARD WEST COAST SENIOR LACROSSE ASSOCIATION W L T Pts Langley 4 2 1 9 Ladner 4 1 0 8 Royal City 4 3 0 8 Victoria 3 2 1 7 Nanaimo 3 3 1 7 Coquitlam 3 2 0 6 Valley 1 6 0 2 B.C. JUNIOR A LACROSSE W L T Pts Coquitlam 10 1 0 20 New West 9 1 0 18 Langley 7 4 0 14 Victoria 6 7 0 12 Port Coquitlam 4 6 0 8 Delta 3 9 0 6 Nanaimo 2 8 1 5 Burnaby 2 7 1 5 WEST COAST JUNIOR LACROSSE LEAGUE W T L Coquitlam 7 0 1 New West 7 0 0 Ridge Meadows 6 1 1 Port Moody 4 1 4 Port Coquitlam 3 0 3 Burnaby 2 0 5 Delta 2 0 6 Langley 2 0 6 North Shore 1 0 8

Pts 14 14 13 9 6 4 4 2 0

B.C. INTERMEDIATE “A” LACROSSE LEAGUE W L T Pts Coquitlam 8 3 0 16 Victoria 8 3 0 16 Maple Ridge 7 1 0 14 Delta 6 4 0 12 Langley 6 4 0 12 Nanaimo 6 4 0 12 Port Coquitlam 5 5 0 10 New West 4 6 0 6 Richmond 3 7 0 6 Okanagan 3 10 0 6 Burnaby 0 9 0 0

LOCAL TIDES

Pacific Standard Time.

Height in feet THURSDAY, JUNE 8 4:26 am 12.8 11:45 am 3.3 7:16 pm 3.3 FRIDAY, JUNE 9 12:18 am 10.5 4:56 am 12.5 12:16 pm 3.0 7:52 pm 13.5 SATURDAY, JUNE 10 12:59 am 10.5 5:26 am 12.5 12:48 pm 3.0 8:27 pm 13.8 SUNDAY, JUNE 11 1:42 am 10.8 5:57 am 12.1 1:20 pm 3.0 9:02 pm 13.8 MONDAY, JUNE 12 2:27 am 10.5 6:31 am 11.8 1:53 pm 3.0 9:37 pm 14.1 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.

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Sun Devils so close to upset win

South Delta settles for 7th after losing quarter-final hearbreaker at provincials

MARK BOOTH

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It was their best season in nearly a decade and a top eight finish in the province, yet the South Delta Sun Devils were still left wondering what could have been at the B.C. Boys Rugby Championships.

South Delta closed out the tournament Saturday morning with a 24-5 victory over the Belmont Braves in what was the match-up between the seventh and eighth seeded teams respectively in the “AAA” Tier One Division.

The Devils were confident they could thrive as a dark horse and came-ever-so close three days earlier.

The new championships format featured five different tiers as organizers wanted to see more parity by eliminating the round of 16 and going directly to the quarter-finals on opening day. The Sun Devils were matched up against the No. 2 Yale Lions and believed they had a great opportunity for an early upset against the Abbotsford school.

The Devils were fielding their most talented line-up of the season that featured many of the schools top athletes seeking one final chance at glory to close out their high school careers.

They used their size advantage to stay with the Lions step-for-step and eventually took a 12-10 lead with eight minutes remaining. However, Yale responded with deep pressure, eventually resulting in a successful penalty kick with two minutes remaining to pull out a 13-12 win.

The Lions rolled past Mountain 20-3 in their semi-final game and settled for silver after a 31-13 loss to Carson Graham in the championship match.

“It was our game to win and it wasn’t for a lack of heart,” said South Delta co-coach Spencer Baines.

“It was just the execution.

Just too many drops. You can’t win a game with that many knock ons. We would get to their try line and it felt like something unfortunate would happen every time.

“We had a bit of the jitters initially and they just

PHOTOS BY MARK BOOTH

South Delta Sun Devils closed out the B.C. High School Rugby Championships Saturday morning in Abbotsford with a 24-5 victory over the Belmont Braves to finish seventh in “AAA” Tier One play. didn’t seem to go away. It was just a weird day and pretty tough to lose by one point on essentially the last play of the game.”

The Sun Devils would

look vastly different for the rest of the tournament.

There was no point in playing the Grade 12 multi-sport athletes in placement games in fear

Sun Devils were making their first appearance at provincials in nine years.

of injury. Grade 11 provincial team standout Jarvis Dashkewytch also was sidelined after being injured in the early going against Yale.

South Delta dropped a 26-15 decision to No. 3 Handsworth then closed out the championships with the victory against Belmont — its third straight early morning encounter.

“We finished today exactly how we wanted,” continued Baines.

“Everbody played and we had fun. It was super positive. It’s a great result even if it doesn’t feel like it right now. Seventh in B.C. is really good for South Delta.”

The Sun Devils should be back at the showcase event next year as well thanks to a strong group of juniors on the way up,

joining the returning players. What tier they compete at will depend how the regular season plays out.

However, Baines now knows how Sun Devils football coach Ray Moon felt last November when he believed his team should have been playing for the provincial title after a heartbreaking one point loss to the eventual champion.

“It was the toughest point of my coaching career,” added Baines. “I really think this was the year to do something special. The stars were aligned for us but it was a bit of bad luck.”

Senior standout Petro Chountalos was recognized for his outstanding tournament by named to the Commissioners’ 15 Team.

June 7, 2017 The Delta Optimist A23

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Islanders hanging on to sixth A move out of the B.C. Junior “A” Lacrosse League basement is small consolation after another tough week for the Delta Islanders.

The defending league champions slipped to 3-9-0 on the season after dropping two of three games, including a 16-6 loss to the Victoria Shamrocks on Sunday at Sungod Arena.

An 8-5 victory over the Burnaby Lakers 24 hours earlier was miraculously enough for Delta to leap frog into the sixth and

final playoff spot in the eight-team league.

The Islanders currently sit one point up on the Lakers (2-8-1) and the Nanaimo Timbermen (2-7-1).

They begin their second straight three games in four nights stretch tonight on the road against the first place Coquitlam Adanacs (10-1-0). Delta then travels to Port Coquitlam (4-6-0) Friday before hosting Victoria for the second straight weekend — this time at 5 p.m. on Saturday in Ladner.

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GERRARD, Victor Alexander 1926 - 2017

Victor Gerrard was born March 3, 1926 and passed away on June 3, 2017 at Delta Hospital.

Victor is survived by his wife of 66 years, Maureen, his children Keith (Donna), Dennis and Lorne (Lisa), five grandchildren and four great grandchildren. He is predeceased by his foster parents, Kati and Mike Vidulich.

Victor was one of the original co-founders of the Delta Credit Union. He was a life-long fisherman.

He enjoyed watching baseball, especially his favourite team, the Yankees, and playing cribbage, for which he was well known.

Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday, June 8, 2017 at Sacred Heart Parish, 3900 Arthur Drive, Delta, BC. No flowers by request. Donations to Delta Hospital or Irene Thomas Hospice would be appreciated.

Delta Funeral Home (604) 946.6040

FOUND KITTSON, Robert L. October 23, 1961 - May 22, 2017 Robert passed away suddenly but peacefully in his sleep. He loved, and was much loved by his wife Joan, son Geoffrey, and daughter Alexis in Kelowna; and his mother Margaret, brothers Jim and Mike, sister Karen (Grant), and a large extended family in Delta. He is pre-deceased by his father Lyall. Rob was a long time and loyal employee of Grimm’s Fine Foods where he had many friends. Thank you to the many friends and family who have stepped up and supported his family at this difficult time.

A Celebration of Life will be held Friday, June 9 at 1 PM at Ladner United Church at 4960 48 Ave, Ladner. No flowers by request. If desired, please make a donation to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the SPCA.

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LEGAL LEGAL/PUBLIC NOTICES NOTICE OF EXCLUSION APPLICATION REGARDING LAND IN THE AGRICULTURAL LAND RESERVE I, BRIAN FRENCH, of 4383 Happy Valley Road, Victoria, B.C. V9C 3Z3 AGENT for the OWNER, TSAWWASSEN GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB LTD. (INC. NO. BC0787076), of #300 - 4088 Cambie Street, Vancouver, B.C., intend on making an application pursuant to Section 30(1) of the Agricultural Land Commission Act to exclude from the Agricultural Land Reserve portions of the following properties which are legally described as: FIRSTLY: LOT A, SECTION 10, TOWNSHIP 5, NEW WESTMINSTER DISTRICT, PLAN 78593; PID: 013123-149; SECONDLY: LOT 1, SECTIONS 10 AND 15, TOWNSHIP 5, NEW WESTMINSTER DISTRICT, PLAN BCP41748, EXCEPT PLAN EPP42884; PID: 028-012-241; and located at firstly: 4800 Springs Boulevard, Delta, B.C.; and secondly: 5133 Springs Boulevard, Delta, B.C.

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Please be advised that all correspondence received by the local government and/or the ALC form part of the public record, and is disclosed to all parties, including the applicant.

EMPLOYMENT GENERAL EMPLOYMENT JOHNSTON, David David Johnston, 60, a devoted employee of Captin Toyota for over 30 years passed away suddenly during a business trip on May 23rd 2017 in Chicago.

David was a longtime resident of Tsawwassen who will be greatly missed for his selflessness, kind demeanour, and warm heart. He was a proud and stoic gentleman who was always full of love, life, and wonder. David truly believed in the motto to pay it forward so we please ask friends and family to continue his generosity as he starts his next journey into peace.

David was preceded in death by his father Donald Johnston. He leaves to cherish his memory: his wife, Tami-Lynn Johnston, his daughter Carlee, his two sons Daniel and Michael, his step-daughter Jessica, his mother Mildred, his sisters Leona(Steve), Sharon(James), and Suzanne(John), his brother Kirby(Terri), his grand-daughter Olivia and a host of other relatives and friends.

A celebration of life will be held at Tsawwassen Springs Ballroom (5133 Springs Blvd, Tsawwassen) on June 11th from 3pm-7pm.

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