Delta Optimist May 2, 2024

Delta Agricultural Society chipsin $1 M for ‘ComingHome’

IAN JACQUE S

ijacque s@ delta- optimis t. co m

Community support continues to roll-in – this time from the DeltaAgricultural Society – to support thefuture oflongterm care in Delta TheDelta Hospital and Community Health Foundation has announced that the DeltaAgricultural Society has madeanextraordinar y $1-million donation to support thefoundation’s $18.25-million Coming Home Campaign forthenew Beedie Long Term Care Centre, which will replace Mountain View Manor.

Ac cordin g to thefounda tion, si nce1993 , the De ltaAgricultural So ciet y

ha s su ppor te d theDHCH

Fou nd at io n by contributi ng f undin g to su ppor t ca pital proj ec ts a ndes se nt ia l eq uip-

men t ne ed s, inan amo un t no w exce ed in g $3 mi llion.

“We ex te nd ou r hear tfeltthank s to th e De lta

Agricul tu ra l So ciet y for theirexceptionalleadership andun wave ri ng ge nerosit y to wa rd s thenewlong-ter m

ca re proj ec t,” sa id DC HF ex ec utive-direc to r Li sa Ho glund.

“T heircontinue d su ppor t pl ay sa pivotal ro leintransfor min g se nior s’ ca re wi thin ou r comm unity. We are trul y hu mb le d by their commitmen t to the De lta Ho sp ital Ca mp usof Ca re.”

Fo unde d in1888 by a grou p oflo ca l far mer s, the De ltaAgricultural So ciet y initiall y fo cu se d onimprovin g far min g practices, la nd cu ltiv at ion,andlives to ck bree din g in De lta.

Ov er time, their commitmen t ha s expande d be yo nd ag ri cu lture, ma ki ng them a si gn ifican t be nefactorforthe broa der comm unity.

Th eir su bstantialfinancial contributions have po si tivel y im pa ct ed va ri ou s comm unit y grou ps, facilities, andvital proj ec ts.

To learn m ore ab ou t the Co min g Ho me ca mp ai gn , visitwww.dhchfound at ion. ca /c ap ital-cam pa ig n.

UPFRONT

Five charged, drugs, gunsseizedinLadner

IAN JACQUE S

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What Delta Police say beganasan investigation into fuel-purchase fraud, quickly grew into a longer project resulting in five people facing 47 charges, including controlled drugsand substances, firearms, and a civil forfeiture process.

DPD say in Februar y 2023, thedepartment’s crime reductionunit learned of a fuel-fraud scheme involving fraudulent cardlockcards being produced andused Police say dozensof fraudulent transactions had beenconducted with a valuegreater than $25,000. The investigation identified that an organized group was involved

In April 2023,the crime reductionunit executeda search warrant related to thefuel-fraud investigation at a property in the6100-block of 104th Street

As a resultofthe search warrant execution, drugsand guns became anotherfocus of the investigation.

Loaded, restricted and prohibited guns were located, along with a drug lab, illegal marijuana grow operation, $1 million street value in drugs,and vehicles associated to organized crime. At the timeof warrant execution, one man wasarrested on an outstanding Canada-wide warrant. Two vehicles have since been subject to civil forfeiture, while other civil forfeitureprocesses are in progress.

CRU prepared a disclosure package for Crown counsel, recommending 73 charges against nine individuals

On April 22,the Public Prosecution Service Canada approved charges againstfive individuals including: Robert Johan Simonsen,52,of Surrey; Richard Stephen Voszler, 48, fromDelta ; Robert

Joseph StephenLavalee, 55,from Surrey; Robert Sean Rylands, 42,from Abbotsford;and Norman Sterner, 44,from Delta.

Two ofthe five charged have been arrested, while the remaining three accused are currently wanted onunendorsed warrants.

“When we commence an investigation, we follow the evidence, and we don’tnecessarily know wherea specificfile is going to go,” said Chief Neil Dubord.

“This investigation is anexampleof just that. Our CRU showed commitment andfollowthroughon a complex investigation, with a complex disclosure package.

“I am ver y proud ofthe work of our CRU members.I wouldalso like to acknowledge our federalCrown partners who approved the charges, in a seamless manner, involvinga newformat for disclosure.”

Five menfrom Delta,Surrey and Abbotsfordhave beencharged followinga year-long drugsand weapons investigationin Ladner by Delta Police.

PHOTOS

Former employee seeks damages incity dismissallawsuit

JEREMYHAINSWORTH

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A former Delta city employee is suing the municipality formore than$700,000 before damages forwrongfulfiring anddefamation.

In a B.C. Supreme Court noticeofcivil claim filed April 19, Paramjit Singh Grewal said he was employed by thecity asthe general manager of economicdevelopment and stakeholder relationsinthe mayor’s office.

Named asdefendantsare theCity of Delta and Coun. Dylan Kruger

Bothdeclined comment as the case is before thecourts.

The claim makes nomentionofthefactthat Grewal wasa 2018 municipal election candidate on Mayor George Harvie’s Achieving for Delta slate

Grewalfinished seventh, 600

votes back of running mate Kruger, who claimed the sixth and final seat.

Shortly after theelection, Harvie subsequently hired Grewal forthe position.

The claim saidGrewal was earning $234,000 per yearas well as a car allowanceof$748 a month, 11.5 per cent vacation allowanceand various benefits.

The claim saidGrewal wasfired on March 21,2024 althoughhiscontract was to endon Dec. 31,2026.

The claim alleges the termination withoutnoticeor cause breached thecontract

It claimsGrewal should receive what he was entitled to forthecontract to theendof 2026.

The decision to fire was in a councilin-camera session attended by Kruger, according to thecourt documents.

The claim saidKruger made

24defamator y comments about Grewal. Glacier Media has chosennot to repeat the alleged defamatory comments

The lawsuit alleged Kruger breached the council’s code of ethics

Against the city,the suit seeks: damages forbreach oftheemployment contract ; damages forbreach ofthecity’s dutiesof good faith in terminationoftheemployment contractandhonesty in performance ofthe contract ; damagesforits vicarious liability for theactionsofKrugeror, inthe alternative, forthe actionsof Krugeracting asits agent; and, damages fornegligence.

The suit seeks damages for defamation against Kruger. Against boththecity and Kruger, the suit claims aggravated damages.

Kruger told Glacier Media he understandsthe case isone of public interest.

“As it’s now before the courts, I’munable to offer detailedcomments,” he said. “I have confidenceinthe legal process to address the situation appropriately.” Noneofthe allegations have beenprovenincourt.

ParamjitSinghGrewal.

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LittleHouseprogramcloses asofthis week

PHIL MELNYCHUK pmeln yc huk @d elta-optimis t. co m

The Little House Program in Tsawwassen,that hosted recovery groupsandhelped those struggling with substance abuse, iswrapping up at the endofthemonth.

Phoenix Society,which operated Little House, puta noticeonits website this week saying, “Saddened to announce, the Little House program is closing April 30.”

No otherexplanation was provided and instead people werereferred to the City of Delta

The 1,800-sq.-ft house on 12th Avenueopened in2012 and was run previously by the Little House Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Society It offered a counsellingofficeand space for workshopsand educational sessions.

In May 2021, that society merged with Phoenix Society out of Surrey

According to the City of Delta, “Phoenix Society has beentheoperator of Little House forthe last three years

and has madethedecisionnot to renew theircontractand service agreement withtheCity of Delta, which expires at theendofthemonth.”

According to theCity, as a result, there’s nooperator to run Little House. The city istrying to ensure thecontinuity of recovery groups, including finding alternative spaceforthe meetingsinits civicfacilities.

“We are thankfulforthecritical work Phoenix Society have beendoing in our community to providecounselling servicesandoperate Little House for the past several years,” saidthecity in a statement to the Optimist.

When Little House opened in 2012, seven recovery groups were holdinga total of 15 meetings weekly. Many of those attending were family members of those who were struggling with substanceuse.

Editor ’s note: The Optimist has reached out to Phoenix Societyon multiple occasions for further comment and information, but our inquiries have goneunanswered.

Phoenix Society, whichoperated LittleHouse,decidedtonot

withthecity.

Pop-upparks, moreactivities comingtoLadner Village

SANDOR GYARMATI

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The City of Delta is planning to make Ladner Village an evenmore lively place

Staffare currently developing the2024 Street FUN-iture Program which will again feature pop-up parks and outdoor librar y reading roomsacrossDelta

In connection with the Ladner Village Revitalization Plan, staff are engaging withlocal Ladner businesses and residentsadjacent to previous pop-up parks to receive feedback regarding hours ofoperation, security, gamesandactivations and parking.

Staff willalso engage withLadner youth to gather general pop-up

park gamesand activationideas

A report on the 2024 program withthe results oftheengagement is anticipated in late May, the planning department notes.

Meanwhile, staff have started to look for major activation opportunities to draw people to the Chisholm Street Wharf, once improvementsare complete.

A recent report to council notesproposed activations may include pop-up bars/wineries, temporary street closuresfor markets and special events, conversion ofon-street parking spaces to otheruses and amenitieslike public art, busking, landscaping and seating for sidewalks and public plazas.

“The goalof these acti-

vations is to build a sense ofplacealong theLadner Waterfront, foster civic pride, enable socialconnections, support local businesses andartists, attract families, visitors, and residents, encourage

walking and cycling, and create a fun village vibe for peopleofall ages,” the report notes.

Those activations will be larger in nature than pop-up park programming and require addi-

tional budgetary considerations, however, given the success ofthe2023 Barnside Harvest Festival, staff believe there is significant appetite in the community for major activations, andespecially evening activations.

The city has $750,000 identified within the Parks, Recreation and CultureDepartment’s Ladner waterfront capital budgetforthe Chisholm Street Wharf surface treatments, railingsand lighting.

The city manager has also established a staff task force“to take significant and immediate measures to activate and revitalize Ladner Village andadvance initiatives to redeveloptheLadner Waterfront.”

The initiative includes

anengagement andcommunications strategy withthecommunity as wellas obtaining the services of a branding and wayfinding consultant to help develop a Ladner Village brand and signage planthat is supported by thebroader community.

The biggest move so far by the city was the acquisition ofcommercialproperties at 4940 and4946 Chisholm St. and4926 Delta St

The plan is to decommissionthe landsfor future development.

An economic feasibility study forallthe Deltaowned properties bounded by Delta, Chisholm and Elliott streets is under way to determine theviability of a mixeduse hotelanchor tenant.

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Neil Dubordannounces retirementas Delta’s top cop

IAN JACQUE S ijacque s@ delta-optimis t. co m

Aftermore than40 years serving the public through the police service, Delta Police Chief Neil Dubord has announced he is retiring.

Dubord’s last day will be Aug. 1.

“You always want to leave when your gameis good, and you want to do the ‘Gretzky.’ Coming from Edmonton I always have the Oilers inmind,” he said. “Youwant to leave whenthe organizationisin a good place. The timing was just right.”

Dubord started his policing career in Edmonton, serving for 25 years with the Edmonton Police Service When he left in2012, he was the Deputy Chief of Operations with1,100 patrolofficers under his command.

Anopportunity presented itself to be Chiefof the Transit Policein the Lower Mainland, which appealed to him. He applied for the job andmoved out to B.C. in Februar y of2012.

Dubord knewformer Delta Police Chief Jim Cessford from his days in Edmonton, so when Cessford wasconsidering retirement, he suggested that

Dubord shouldconsider applying for the job.

That’s just what he did,andin Juneof 2015, Dubord assumed the roleas chief of the DPD.

“I woulddoall of this over againif I was 23 years old again because itis a wonderful career,” he said. “Through thethree different organizations –Edmonton Police Service, Transit Policeand Delta Police,I can say that both the community and the quality of policeofficers we have in this organization, I have found them to be the absolute best Professional, respectful, they understandwhat the communities’ needsare and they understand the ways that the community is engaged with us that have helped us solved issues.”

Dubord saidit was back in his early 20s when a neighbour, an Edmonton policeofficer by the nameof Robbie Robertson, helped him navigate down the path of policing.

“So, he tookmeunder his wing and said, ‘I think you should be a policeofficer,’ ” Dubordrecalled. “At that time, I was working at Sears inthe auto centre. He tookme to the stationand showed

mearoundand startedme down that path When I researched the job, the team environment really caught my eye. The next thing was the sense of service You do geta special reward to ser ve peopleinan appropriate way.”

Dubord said there area numberof initiativesthat he isproud of here in Delta

“The ‘No Call Too Small’ iscertainly oneof them. We puta smallamount into the bankof publicconfidence ever y time we do a ‘No Call Too Small,’ so when we make mistakes – and we all make mistakes – the withdrawaldoesn’t bankruptus

“We are very innovative as a small- to medium-sized police agency, so I’m very proud of the factthat we are the first in B.C. to be many things – top employer, the use of body cams, the use ofdrones – we have great support fromcouncil, the police board and great support from the community, so it’s because ofallof those factors that we have had these ‘firsts’ and these successes.No one person can doitalone It has always been a teameffort.”

Dubord saidcounciland the police board will oversee the successionplan looking bothinternally andexternally for the new chiefof police

“We have a talented organizationfor succession,” he said. “I suspecta decision to be madein early fall. As forme, I haven’tdecided yet onwhat happens next. I want to takea monthor two to relax and then we will see what opportunitiespresent themselves.”

YOUTHWEEK

With drop-in sports, AfterHours Youth Nights,aStar Wars movienight,tarot readings, escaperooms,andmuch more, thereare plentyofwaystocelebrate this May.Theseprograms areopentoallyouth betweenthe ages of 13 -18. Learnmoreat Delta.ca/YouthWeek.

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Thanks for yourservice

Editor’s Note

IAN JACQ UES

Beginning this August,a new person will oversee the Delta Police Department.

After more than 40 years in policing– the last 10 years in Delta, Neil Dubord has announced his retirement.

I sat down with Chief Dubord last week in the boardroom at department headquarters in Ladner. Like all my conversations/interviews with Neilthe past seven yearsI have been with the Optimist, they always start out with, “How are youdoing Ian?”And, “How is your family?”

Neil genuinely cares about people –a trait that I admire in my relationship withhim over the years. It iswhyI have theutmost respect for himandforhisleadership

Lifebrings withitdifficulties, andthat includesthetrialsandtribulationsof a job. And beinga policeofficerisoneofthe toughest jobs around.

Beinga police chiefis even harder. You have to answer to mayor andcouncil,the police board,thecommunity, theofficers withwhom you work,andmost importantly– yourself.

Whathas always struck me about Neilishis commitment to the community,the commitment to the department and wanting to ensure the best possible service to the residentsof

Delta

Have there been some toughtimes? You bet. Have there beenuncomfortableand sensitive topicsthat he has had to discuss withthis newspaper andothermedia outlets? Youwould be right again. But Neil hasalways beenhonest, open andtransparent andas a journalist, that is all you can ask for.

In the close to 30 years that I have beenin this industry,I have worked in many communities around thisprovince– most ofwhich have been policed by the RCMP.I can honestly say none of those communities can hold a candle to the positive working relationshipthat I have had with Neilandthe Delta Police.

The Delta Police Department is a great organization and Neil has been a huge part ofthat I wish Neil and hisfamily wellonwhatever adventure comesnext. Thank you for your serviceandfor yourfriendship.

Watchingthe playoffs isn’t always just about hockey

Canucks fanslike to talkhockey, but they also like to talkhousing.

That was my experience at a local pub watchinga Canucks game withfriends last weekend.

Sitting at a group table thediscussion turned to the changes to Delta’s Official Community Plan(OCP)

One gentleman was clearly not a fanofthenew OCP. His suggestion was, “to put barriers at thefootof 56th Street, andnotlet anyoneelse in.”

He also wanted to know who at thetable had grown upin South Delta.I gather that survey was to gain support from those bornand bred here, whichI amnot. We endedtheconversation politely and returned to the game. It was anah-ha moment forme, as I realized there area lot of people

Community Comment

INGRIDABBOTT

whoare genuinely fearfulof aninfluxofnewcomers to our community. The urge to keepthe status quois strong because the Lower Mainland has changed,andthat’s hard to acceptfor some The populationisexploding, and we are more multiculturalthan ever before.

Many remember the good old days when this wasa sleepy community offthe radar, with a tunnel

that keptthecrowds away Those days are gone We shouldn’tfear changes to the OCP. We are not going to suddenly become a sprawling metropolis with high rises springing uplike daisies

Most developments slated forLadnerand Tsawwassenare medium density because developers favour townhousesandlowrise apartments

Let’s faceit, Tsawwassen Town Centre Mallneeds to be upgraded andLadner Village andthe waterfront bothneed to be revamped. We allneed to have our voicesheard, but fearmongering and hyperboledoes not serve us wellas we work towardsa harmonious future for our community. Stay calmand carr y on.

Ingrid Abbott is a freelancewriter who is on the Canucks bandwagon, ifonly for the beer and nachos

Good tohear MPontunnel,

we

need two access points

Editor:

I was very encouraged by MP Carla Qualtrough’s comment inthe April 25 Optimist indicatinganadditional northboundaccess to the tunnel wasa “toppriority.”

Thisistheconnectionfrom River Road,which has beenasked to be included intheFraser TunnelProject.

The current access out ofLadneris a highly congested LadnerTrunk Road

Thislink has difficulty servicing existing development andany planned future

growth will be much more problematic.

Thiscriticalinfrastructure linkis needed to servicegrowth.

Let usalso notforget the risks associated with a singleaccess route out of Ladner In the event of a natural or man-madedisaster, Ladner may need to be evacuated oraccessed quickly by emergency services.

Relianceononly one route is poor risk management with potentially bad outcomes.

David Rudberg

Thanks for speaking for farmers

Editor :

I amwriting thisletter to connect withthe residentsof Delta.

I comefromthe Brandrithfamily whoare a pioneerfarm family in South Delta.I live inthe Cowichan Valley now and have beenanadvocate forfarmers and food security for a numberof years.

Delta SouthML A Ian Paton istheAgriculture and Food ministr y critic, and I am aware ofhow hard he works to support farmers andthe agriculture industry,provincewide.

I have had thepleasure of hearing Ian speak to

valley farmers on several occasions.His ease among themdisplays the trust he has earned during his many years asan active Delta farmerand inhismore recent position as ML A.

Farming isincrisisin B.C. Ian has listened to his fellowfarmersacross the provinceandbrought theirconcernsinto the B.C. Legislature time and again. He has madelittle ornoprogress in raising government awareness and getting realconcerns addressed

On April 2, a meeting ofthe Committee of Supply tookplace.I urge you to listen to or read

theentire proceedings

Protecting farmland and supporting all aspectsofthe agriculture industr y iscriticalfor our survival

Sadly,theminister of Agriculture and Food provided littleorno assurancethat real solutions were forthcoming. Grants, further studies, andexpensive provincewide educational workshops, dolittle to secure B.C.’s food supply into thefuture.

I wouldlike to extend a hearty thanks to Paton for his hard work and dedication to farming andfood security

Ruth Wayte-Waddell

Workers make my son’s day

Editor:

Grow ing up, andasan adult,I never thought much of a garbage truck going by.

That all change da few years ago when our now four-year-old son notice d garbage and re cycling trucks. In the eyesof my child, Henry,the gar-

bage man is the coolest pers oninthe world!

Delta has the best teamof re cycle, garbage andgre enbindrivers and swampers out there. He waves at ever y truck and there hasn’t be en a singledr iverwho hasn’t returned a wave or a honk.

I never thoughtI

would have so many pictures of garbage trucks on my phone, butI think Henr y is right, the y are pretty cool.

Thank you so much to ever y city worker out there who has takenthe time to wave at us.

You make Henry’s day!

Sarah Foisy

Notice is hereby giventhatDelta City Council will consider giving first, second andthird readings to thebylawreferenced belowatitsRegularMeetingat 4:00 p.m. on Monday, May6,2024 in theTheatre, NorthDelta Centre forthe Arts,1142584 Avenue, DeltaBC.

BylawNo. 8375(File No.LU009194)

Location: 11599 81AAvenue

Applicant: JoeMuego, HearthArchitecturalInc.

Proposal: Torezone thesubject property from Single Detached Residential 4(RS4) to Single DetachedResidential7 (RS7)toallow subdivision fromone totwolotsand constructionof anew single detached dwelling with asecondarysuite on each lot. This applicationisconsistent with Delta’sOfficialCommunity Plan.

StaffContact: Hayley Burns, Planner 604-946-3332

FORMOREINFORMATION REGARDINGTHE PROPOSAL

Materialsrelated to theproposalsuchasthe proposed bylaw, detailedmapsand otherinformation maybeinspectedat DeltaCityHall, 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent,Delta,BC, Monday to Friday,excludingstatutory holidays from8:30a.m to 4:45 p.m. fromThursday,April25,2024 to Monday, May6,2024

If youhavea general inquiryregarding theproposalorifyou wouldlikeassistancetoinspect anyrelevantdocumentation, pleasecontact theDevelopmentDepartment by emailatdevelopment@delta.ca or byphoneat604-946-3380

Correspondencereceivedupto 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May1,2024 will be included in theAgendapackage. Correspondencereceivedthereafterwill beprovidedto Council in advanceofthe Council meeting. Allcorrespondence must includeyournameand full address andwillformpartofthe public recordforthisproposaland bepublishedon theCity’swebsite.

���� Email: mayor-council@delta.caOR ���� Write to:Mayor andCouncil City of Delta 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent Delta, BC V4K3E2

Letters

Who ownsourofficialplan?

Editor :

I watched the April 22 public hearing, where the vast majority ofthose speaking - 70ormore in total - were opposed to the Official Community Plan(OCP),asproposed.

Many raised legitimate concerns including: rushing this through to a June 30deadline, (despite thefactthedeadline proposed by the B.C. government is Dec. 31, 2025) major opposition to high rise (up to 24 storeys) towers, andtraffic congestion from too much development with no chanceof significant increased transit Oncethe public hearing ended andcouncil convened, it was as thoughthe public hearing had never occurred, or ifit did, noneofthe

councillors were in attendance. Withan acknowledgement to all those attending, andthe many who had sent written submissions, council approved the OCP as presented, withoutany further discussion or recognition ofthemore thanthree hours ofcommunity input.

Not oneofthe many valid issuesandconcerns was addressed.

If doing what they believe to be the right thing- which is what one councillor stated when proposingthe OCP be approved - means ignoring residents’ concerns, thenwhy bother to hold public hearings?

Itake exception to that samecouncillor forcriticizing previouscouncils, suggesting Delta, in par-

ticular Tsawwassen, was a laggard in housing.

Perhaps he is unaware ofallthe Tsawwassen development that was achieved, including Windsor Woods, The Pillars, Royal Oak, various apartment blocks along Hunter Roadand View Crescent, condoson8A Avenue, Southlands.

Tsawwassen is no laggard

In my presentation, I ended by asking, who is driving the bus? Who ownstheupdated OCP andfuture housing vision?

Is it Deltacouncil’s OCP, Delta staff ’s OCP, or isit our OCP- Delta’s residents, homeowners, renters, business owners? I guess we now have theanswer.

Roger Emsle y

Thedamageisjustbeginning

Editor :

I attended the public hearing at Delta city hall on April 22 concerning theproposed newOfficial Community Plan.

Afterthe period allotted forcomments from the public, council voted unanimously in favour ofthenew OCP, without

any amendment.

It was thenobvious that thecouncil had madeup itsmind long before the public hearing.

The public hearing was just a bit oftheatre, designed to create the illusion that council cared about publicopin-

ion and suggestions for improving the OCP.

Real public consultation in theprovince and the City of Delta is now dead. The damage to communities in Delta (Ladner, Tsawwassen, NorthDelta) is just beginning.

Warren Campbell

Where isdemocracyin Delta?

Editor :

After speaking at the public hearing on the Official Community Plan, I’m still in disbelief about the absolute debacle of Deltacouncil onthe matter

Despite overwhelming opposition to the OCP, including more than480 written submissionsand 50 speakers, withonlya

mere six in support of it ; council once againdismissed its residentsfrom havinga voice in our city’s future.

Our elected officials didn’t even give usthe appearanceofconsidering resident feedback by deferring the vote until the next council meeting.

Instead,they chose to

givea 10-minute speech right afterthe lastspeaker to justify voting forthe OCP.

While several mayors have recently spoke out against thehousing target orderandare standing upfor theircities and constituents, why is Delta council so rogue?

Marilyn Murray

BC Builds programaimstohelp middle-incomeearners

SANDOR GYARMATI

sg yarm ati@delta-optimis t. co m

It’s a program aimed atmaking it easier to get rentalhousingfor middle income earners such as teachers, nurses, transitoperators, construction workers, small business owners andothers.

That’s howa representative from BC Buildsdescribed itshousingprogram to Deltacouncil at a presentation earlier this month, explaining theprogram, delivered by BC Housing, is to speed up thedevelopment ofnew homesfor middle-income working people.

Lisa Helps, anexecutive lead with BC Builds, saidit’s notanaffordable housing program, per se, buta program aimed at “taking care of the peoplein our communitieswho work hard to keepthem running.”

Noting it’s a newarea for the government to be involved, Helps said BC Buildsisan attempt to filla noticeable housing gap.

“It’s notthat they can’tafford housing but that there isn’tenoughhousing for them to rent,” she said.

Noting thefinancing and building

new rentalhousing is challenging due to highcosts, including landandconstruction, Helpsexplained BC Builds useslow-cost land,low-interest financing andgrants, whilebringing the different players together to speed up project time lines.

The program, that seescollaboration among landowners, local governments, residentialdevelopers andothers, including societies, isprimarily aimed at unlocking underutilized land,as well asincorporating housing above new infrastructure.

The first projects will be ready by 2026.

The program is geared to those making $84,780-to-$131,950for studioor one-bedroomhomes to rent, while two-bedroomor largerhomes would be availableforthose making $134,410-to$191,910.

The program also seeks rentalopportunities managed by non-profitand private developers, with20 per cent of units rented at 20 per cent below market.

Listing theprojectsalready approved, Helpsexplained that while BC Buildsis

BCBuildsisa rentalhousingprogram delivered by BCHousingandaimed atspeedingupthedevelopmentof newhomes formiddle-income, workingpeople.

a rental supply program, they are also hoping to create a home ownership program.

Asked by Coun. Rod Binderifmixeduse buildingscouldqualifyasprojects, Helps responded, “Absolutely,those are our favourite types ofprojects, where we can get something onthe bottom floor withhousing on top.”

BC Buildscouldconstructionfinance 100 per cent ofthecost aslong asthe

non-residentialuse ofthe building is notmore than30 per cent, she added.

Noting it’s anewendeavour forthe BCgovernment to invest inhousing for middle-income earners, Coun. Dylan Kruger saiditis clearlypart of a philosophy to providehousing across the spectrum

Mayor George Harvie saidhe’s looking for ward to seeing what can be done in Delta, but noted he’d like to seea parcelofunderutilized landthathad been severed sincetheconstructionof the SouthFraser Perimeter Roadused forhousing, adding the situationisfrustrating.

Helpsnoted the provinceisundertakinga landinventory,looking at allits sites across theprovince, with sites to be handed over to BC Builds, andcould include partnerships with First Nations

The federal government has contributed $2billionfor theprogram, while it has $2billioninfinancing and$1 billion availableingrants, which could create 8,000-to-10,000new rentalunits inthenext three years, with buildings primarily owned andoperated by nonprofits

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Residentgroupsplan OCPprotest for Sunday

Several resident groups have a protest planned for Sunday to rally against Delta council’s decision regarding theOfficial Community Plan

The FriendsofLadner Village has partnered withthe Facebook groupTsawwassen Voicesfor Responsible Development, and North DeltaCitizens for Responsible Densification, to oppose theproposed OCP changes.

A rally will be heldthis Sunday, May 5, at 1 p.m., in Tsawwassen,onthe east sideof Town Centre Mall(weather permitting).

“In spite of overwhelming opposition to the OCP changes, the public hearing process wasa farce,” saidFriendsof Ladner Village spokesperson Bev Yaworski in anews release. “Council basically dismissed residents’ many concerns to

A rallywillbeheldthisSunday, May 5, startingat 1 p.m.in Tsawwassen,ontheeastsideof Town CentreMall (weatherpermitting).

fast-track theplan. “The revised plandoesnot showa focus onmore housing co-ops, nonprofit housing, andmore rentals This plan would also shutthedooronall future public hearings on multi-unit housing and provideonly marginal chancesfor residents to have a say on whathappens in their own neighbourhoods.”

FriendsofLadner Village continues to

circulatea petitionhighlighting concerns about high-rise density, traffic, unresolved infrastructure, inadequate heritage protections, andLadner Village Chisholm Street business evictions. The petition can be accessed at this link : https:// tinyurl.com/bdh8cy8zor email: reynoldsdoug9@ gmail.com to receive a copy.

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Deltatolook ataccessibility problemsatlocalparks

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The City of Delta willtake a closerlook for accessibility barriers at its parks and public facilities

At the April8 meeting, council endorseda request put forward by Coun. Rod Binder for a report back from the Delta Mobility and Accessibility Committee on a review of facilities.

He saidhis request is a result of attendinga recent opening of a newamateur baseball season at a NorthDelta park, where heand Mayor George Harvie were informed by a couple of residentsthat the pathway leading to the washroom was nothing more than a dirt path on a steep incline

“I thought it wasa very valid concern anditbrought to the attention that there may be other areas of our community that we’re not aware of that need attention to accessibility,” said Binder

Thecityhasbeenundertakingmeasuresin recent yearstoimproveaccessibility, including formingtheMobilityand AccessibilityCommitteein2021.

He saidthe Parks, Recreation and CultureDepartment is conductinga facilities audit and hopesthat review can be linked

Harvie agreed, saying the washroom building itself has accessibility features, but the pathway leading to itisdif-

ficult, adding they need to ensure anyonein a wheelchair can safely access park facilities from parking lots. The pathway was something thathad been

overlooked, so all parks need a closerlook It wouldalso be a good idea to have members of thecommittee attendthe variousareas

for theirinput before they report back, said Harvie.

City council last year approved a new Accessibility Planaimed at identifying, removing andpreventing barriers.

Endorsed by the Mobility and Accessibility Committee, theplanincludes34 actions that address the six principles intheprovince’s Accessible British Columbia Act of inclusion, adaptability,diversity, collaboration, self-determination anduniversal design.

The city’s latest Social Action Plan,also approved by council last year, states Deltashould tr y to enhancephysical accessibility throughthe builtenvironment and support social inclusion throughtheelimination of barriers for people with different abilities.

In 2021,the Accessible British Columbia Act, became law, requiring local governments to have anaccessibility committee, accessibility plan and a publicfeedback tool in place by Sept 1,2023.

The plan must be reviewed andupdated at least once ever y three years.

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Alert soundatLNGplant wasn’tanemergency, says FortisBC

It wasn’tanythingthat emergency services would be notified about because it wasn’tanemergency, company explains

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A routineloudalert or siren that sounded early Sunday, April 21, at FortisBC Tilbur y LNG plant and worried nearby dog walkers was just part of thenormal operationsoftheplant, said a FortisBC spokesman.

One resident was out walking herdog at about9 a.m. at the Delta Community Animal Shelterwhensheheard loud sirens and called 911, concerned there could be a fire.

She along withotherdog walkers, gathered their petsandleftthearea However, the sound was merely to alert staffthat anair compressorneeded checking, FortisBC said Wednesday.

The noisy environment ofthe plant requiresloudalertsfornormal operationsofthe plant so staff can hearthem, evenwhen a phone callcomesin, said FortisBC.

“In this case, it was just anaircompressor that needed to be checked. Really routine It happens ever y day andit wasn’tanything related to an emergency or a situationthat required anemergency response,” FortisBC said. It wasn’tanything that emergency services would be notified about because it wasn’tanemergency, FortisBC added.

There are otherproceduresthat wouldnotifythe publicinthe case of a realemergency, but this wasn’tthe case, FortisBC said.

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City upgrading its rural roads

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yarm ati@delta-optimis t. co

m

The City of Delta has issued a request for proposalsfor a preliminary and detailed design for roadway improvementsalong 112th StreetinEast Ladner, between LadnerTrunk Roadandthe Hwy. 99 overpass.

The rural roadway, located northof the Boundary Bay Dike andnot classified as a truck or a bus route, is to undergo several upgrades, including pavement rehabilitation.

The project is part ofthe city’s Rural RoadImprovementsProgram, created in 2019, to improve accessibility and mobility for vehiclesand cyclists,including addressingaging roadsand narrow shoulders. The city’s 2024financial plan has $1million set asidefortheprogram.

A previousengineering department report notes Delta’s agricultural roads have deteriorated and it’s time to address theproblem.

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“Theconditionof rural roadsin Delta variesfrom sitetosite, but in general, most rural roads will require extensive pavement removal, sub-grade reconstructionand re-paving to address the pavement condition,”the report explained.

Delta’s rural roads have become popular with cyclists, according to the report, which also notesthat most are narrow and have ditchesoneither side, making it difficultand costlyto widen them to providededicated cycling lanes.

The engineering department instead has proposed shared travel lanes so the amount of widening required is reduced.

Staffbrought forward a list of rehabilitation projects over several years, based onfunding of$1millionannually forthe program. The list was developed from a pavement management study and resident requests

The preliminary design component forthe112th Streetproject is to be completed by June30. Tendering fortheconstruction is to commence this July, while constructionis to take place this August to December.

DeltaHospitalandCommunityHealthFoundation campaigntoexpandclose-to-homeorthopediccare New,cutting-edgeequipmenttodelivermoresurgeries,fasterrecoveries,shorterwaittimes

It’sbeeneightyearssinceDeltaHospitalgotitsvery firstorthopedicsurgeon,Dr.MatthewLewington, givingDeltaresidents close-to-homeaccessto surgerieslikeACLrepairs,kneereplacementsand anklerepairs.

Thecommunity –andthedemandfororthopedicsurgery andcare –hasgrown alotoverthepasteightyears. In2023,Dr.Lewingtonaloneperformed536 orthopedicsurgeries,andseesupto45patients aday inhisweeklyCastClinic.

Thelocalorthopedicteam at DeltaHospitalrecently expanded,withDr.DannyGillisjoiningDr.Lewington andbringingcomplementar yexpertisetoDelta residents. Together,thetwoorthopedicsurgeonswant toexpandthehospital’sOrthopedicSurgicalCare, providing awiderrangeofsurgerieswithlessinvasive techniquesthatletpatientsrecoverfaster.

Theadditionofstate-of-the-artequipmentwillletthis teamperformmorecomplexsurgerieswithminimally invasivetechniques.Withtoolslikethe FibulockNail System,forexample,theycantreatanklefractures andhavepatientswalkingwithintwoweeks,ifnot sooner.

“Thisisouropportunitytohelpanamazingorthopedic teamdotheirbestworkandmakeourcommunity healthierandstronger,” saysLisaHoglund, executivedirectorofthe DeltaHospitalandCommunity Health Foundation

“Thisnewequipmentunlocksthepotentialformore advancedsurgeries,fasterrecoveriesandshorter waitlists.Italsoeliminatestheneedtotravelfarto otherhospitals,whichcanbeparticularlystressfulfor Delta’sseniorsandtheirfamilies,”Hoglundadds, notingthatmanyinthecommunityareolderthan65 and at ahigherriskfororthopedicissues.

DeltaHospitalandCommunityHealth Foundation’s SpringWishList ofdesireditemsfororthopedic surgerieswillalsoletDr.Lewington,Dr.Gillisand theirteamcollaborateonsupportingpatientswith morecomplicatedcases,suchasrepairingpastknee surgeries,ormorecomplexsurgeriescommonwith Delta’smanyyoung athletes.

Theexpertisetoprovidethisspecializedcarein Deltaishere,butmoreadvancedequipmenttodoso effectivelyisneeded.

“Wewanttoservethiscommunity.Thefundingthat thecommunityprovidesallowsustodothateffectively andallowsittohappenrighthere,”Dr. Gillissays.

Donatesecurelytoday toDeltaHospitaland CommunityHealthFoundation’sOrthopedic SurgicalCarecampaign,andhelpprovide close-to-homecarewhenit’sneededmost.Learn moreat dhchfoundation.ca /springwishlist.

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Dr.DannyGillis(left)andDr.MatthewLewington(right),orthopedicsurgeons at DeltaHospital.PhotoviaDeltaHospitalandCommunityHealth Foundation.

Housinglegislation couldfurthertrimMetro’s tree cover

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sg yarm ati@delta-optimis t. co m

The B.C. government’s housing legislation will make it evenmore challenging forthe region to achieve itsurban tree canopy target, according to a recent Metro Vancouver report

The analysis, Tree Canopy Cover and Impervious Surface–2020 Update, looks at thetree canopy cover in Deltaandthroughout regionfrom2014 to 2020, finding that in2020, impervious surfacescovered 54 percent of lands within Metro’s Urban Containment Boundar y (UCB).

That representsan increase offour percent since2014, withmost jurisdictions seeing an increase inimperviousness.

The report notes that in2020,thetree canopy covered 31 percent of lands withinthe UCB, representingadecrease of one percent since 2014, withthe majority of jurisdictionsexperiencing loss, primarily associated with greenfield development anddensifying urban areas.

“Increasedgrowth and intensificationpressures, as wellasimplementationofthenew provincial housing legislation allowing greater intensificationofurban lots, willlikely lead to further tree canopy cover losses andimpervious surface increases. However, with theimplementationof progressive tree retention andurban forest expansion strategies, itis possible to offsetthese losses,” the report notes. According to surface

data, themost recent regional-scale data available, theCity of Delta hada 20 percent canopy cover withinthe UCB in 2014, but by 2019that dropped to 19 percent.

Withtheadoptionof Metro 2050, a regional target was introduced to increase the total regional tree canopy cover within the Urban Containment Boundar y to 40 percent by the year2050.

Ifthe region’s remaining greenfield lands withinthe UCB are developed and singledetached housing stock is redeveloped asexpected overthenext 20-to-30 years, tree canopy cover isprojected to continue to decrease, the report notes, adding that projectiondidnotconsider implementationofthe newly-adopted provincial housing legislation. It is

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anticipated that thelegislative changes will make it evenmore challenging forthe region to achieve theurban tree canopy target.

Municipalities, including several Metro Vancouvermember jurisdictions, often use tree planting programs and policies to maintain orexpandtree canopy, which can also help to offsetanticipated future losses fromdevelopment and redevelopment, the report notes

However, to offset the projected declinein UCB tree canopy cover over thenext 20-to-30 years, it isestimated that roughly 1,990hectaresof land withinthe UCB would have to be dedicated to tree planting, whilean additional8,000hectares (a totalof9,900hectares) oftree canopy cover would be required to achieve the Metro 2050 UCB tree canopy cover target.

The report addsmore information about the paceand scaleofuptake that isneeded to fully assess the potential impactsontree canopy cover fromtheintensificationof single-detached neighbourhoods and transit-oriented areas required by the recently adopted provincialhousing legislation.

Asfarastree removal applications to theCity of Delta, the number dropped significantly two years ago.

That’s according to a staffupdate last fall on Delta’s Urban Forest Strategy, which notesthe numberoftree removal permitsincreased in 2020and2021, possibly in response to the public consultationprocess forthenewtree bylaw. However, in2022,when

Asthe region’s remaininggreenfieldlandsare developedandsingle-detachedhousingstock is redevelopedandintensified,thetree-canopy coverisprojectedtodecrease.

theupdated tree bylaw was ineffect, tree removal permits substantially decreased to 427 permits issued, compared to 1,181 permitsin2021.

The decrease may be attributed to highertree removal permitfeesand increased tree replacement requirements, particularly for large diameter trees, the report notes, adding that theinternal Urban Forest Working Group has improved the tracking process fortree removalsandtree plantings, allowing for faster andmore accurate data reporting.

In 2024, staff willbring for ward a report to councilproposed amendments to the bylaw that will be aimed at streamlining and simplifying the tree removal permitting process, whilecontinuing to protect theurban forest.

The City of Delta, meanwhile, recently once again launched its Planting Our Roots - Free Tree Project, aninitiative to distribute a totalof500 trees to Delta residents at nocost, 250inthe Spring andanother250inthe fall.

City crewscouldalso

be seenthroughoutthe city in recent weeks planting newtrees in parks andother municipal areas.

It’s all part of Delta’s Urban Forest Strategy, approved by council three ago, which identifies a short-to mediumterm plan(2020-2030)for “achievinga robust and sustainableurban forest in Delta.”

The strategy, part of a package oftree enhancement andprotection measures, lays out the goalof40 per cent urban tree canopy coverage, with specifictargets to increase the numberof trees inurban areas and along major roadways including boulevards, mediansandother rightof-way areas.

Based onpriorexperiencethroughthe Urban ReforestationProject, an estimated 300trees could be planted annually on Delta’s streetsand boulevards, with approximately 100trees in each community.

Ifthat goalisachieved, over a 10-year period, 3,000trees could be planted on municipal streetsand boulevards alone.

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Thenewchamberboardofdirectorsback row,lefttoright;John Bourbonniere, YvonneAnderson, SheenaSidhu, KenMalenstyn, Karan Sidhu, BenMartin,JenniferDimmock;front row, lefttoright; Andrea O’Lear y, NaumanJutt, RosanneHornerandStevenStark.

Chamber elects new board at AGM

On April 16,the Delta Chamber of Commerce’s 114th annual general meeting followed by the Mayor’s State oftheCity Address brought together the business leaders from throughout Delta

TheDelta Chamber elected theirnew board of directorsto work alongside board chair Rosanne Horner(BDC) including fourfirst-time directors, Ben Martin (EvolutionGroup of Companies),Andrea O’Lear y (SONA), Jennifer Dimmock (KOPYR Integrated Systems & Services)and Karan Sodhi(SeverideLaw) to collaborate withthe returning directors in guiding theorganization for the year to come.

The chamber also gratefully acknowledged the dedicationand

contributions of retiring directors Rob Allan (CampbellFroh May& Rice LLP), Sam Lang, CPA, CA (StoilenAlston & Lang) and Nathan Lauer(Seaspan Ferries) asthey completed their terms.

Directors returning this year to the board include, John Bourbonniere (Harbour Link Container Services), Sheena Sidhu (Yard at a Time Concrete), Ken Malenstyn (Barnside Brewing Co.), Nauman Jutt (McDonalds Ladner & Tsawwassen), Steven Stark (Tsawwassen Shuttles Inc.)andimmediate past chair, Yvonne Anderson (Santevia Water Systems).

During her chair ’s address, Horner spoke to the great prospects foropportunity in Delta,

including the significant industrial parks, thedistinctanddiverse main streets, andtheimpressive agricultural base

She spoke to the chamber’s roleasthe voiceof business andits ongoing commitment to advocate on behalfof Delta businesses on topicsincluding workforce development, andhousing, transportation,taxation,and government action.

The chamber also announced theopening ofnominationsfor the Business Excellence Awards, which will be heldon Oct. 18. The community isencouraged to nominate deser ving businesses that are leaders in our community through deltachamber.ca

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City installingmore electric car chargingstations

SANDOR GYARMATI

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Ladner residents may have noticeda new electric vehicle charging stationthat was installed by thepickleball courts at Memorial Park last week.

Located down the streetfrom several existing charging stations outside theLadner library, thenew stationis part of a seriesof newinstallations by theCity of Delta asit ramps upits public charging network.

The city,untilthe latest addition, owned and operated 30 public Level 2 charging stations at civic facilities

Twenty more will be installed this year, along withone DC fast charge station at the North Delta

Recreation Centre

It’s all part of Delta’s Electric Vehicle Strategy. Meanwhile, council recently approved a licence agreement with BC Hydro for theuseof nine parking stalls at the Sungod Recreation Centre

forthe installationofeight DC fast charge stations.

BC Hydro isexpanding itsnetwork offast charging stationsthroughout theprovince, currently owning andoperating four stations at South Delta Recreation Centre.

The Metro Vancouver Board this yearendorsed the regionaldistrict submitting several climate action resolutions to the Unionof BC Municipalities including calling onthe provincefor evenmore funding forEV charger deployment.

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According to the regionaldistrict, it has identified that by 2035,up to 350,000existing parking spotsin multi-unit residential buildingsin the region will be retrofitted to be EV charging ready,and2,200-to-2,900 public DC fast charg-

ing ports and32,000to-47,000 public Level 2 ports will be needed to support anticipated demandforEV charging. It will require significant capitalinvestment in both public charging and multi-unit residential buildings retrofits totalling approximately $1.2 billion in Metro Vancouver alone by 2035. A Metro report notes that reliable and widespread public charging infrastructure iscrucial to, among other benefits, reassure prospective EV adopters that they will be able to charge on longdistancetrips, provide charging for people withoutEV charging at home andprovide charging for people with EV charging at home but whose daily trip surpasses their battery’s capacity.

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Village Farms Delta greenhouse switches toRNG

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A large-scalegreenhouse cannabisgrowing operationinEast Ladner has madethe switchto renewable natural gas (RNG) with a newproduction facility that utilizesmethane gas from the VancouverLandfill.

Village Farms International Inc., which ownsthegreenhouse operated by its subsidiar y Pure Sunfarms, started operating the RNG facility in partnership with Atlanta-based Terreva Renewables (Terreva).

Subsidiar y Village Farms Clean Energy Inc. had decommissioned an existing cogeneration system to have a new facility constructed to process the landfill gas (LFG). The endproducts will be RNG, which will be sold to FortisBC and carbondioxide, which will be used inthegreenhouse.

Village Farms previously explained that its renewed andextended LFG contract withthe City of Vancouver, which operatesthe landfill, enablestheoperation to transition to a more attractive long-term business model based on the conversion to highdemandRNG, which will also generate food-grade liquid CO2, significantly reducing the relianceon natural gas to produce CO2 intheiroperations

As a biofuel,RNG generateslow-to-negative carbonemissionsandis playing anintegral role in theglobaltransition to low-carbon energy sources by bothoffsetting fossil fuelsand serving as

a direct replacement for natural gas, thecompany states.

“We are proud to contributeto environmental sustainability,while at the sametimetransitioning Village Farms Clean Energy’s model to onethat will generate incremental cashflow, profitability and value for our shareholders, beginning immediately,” said Michael DeGiglio, Village Farms president and CEO, in a news release.

“TheRNGproject continues our long-standing investment intheGreater Vancouverarea andis a uniqueopportunity to significantly reducethe harmfulimpactof landfill gas, whileaddressing theenergy needsof the region.”

Village Farms will receivea royaltyon all revenue generated from the RNGfacility, which is owned andoperated by Terreva.

Meanwhile, theCity of Vancouverand FortisBC have a dealfor theinstallationof a system to clean LFG so that it can be injected into the natural gas pipelineas RNG, which will be sold to the city.

Last fall,anupdate was provided onthe constructionof theproject at the landfillin Delta.

The reductionin emissionsisexpected to be equivalent to up to 12,500 tonnesof carbon dioxide, which is equivalent to taking 2,600 cars off the road each year, according to theCity of Vancouver Constructionandcommissioning ofthat RNG facility was expected to take approximately 12-to15 months to complete.

FortisBC notesthat whenorganic waste decomposes, it releases greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, but the utility is working with suppliers like farmers, landfillsoperators and local governments, to

capture and turn gas into RNG to displaceconventional natural gas.

Vancouver began collecting andflaring LFG in1991 to control odours andgreenhouse gas emissions

From September

2003 to May 2022, Vancouver sold LFG for beneficialuse, initiallyto Maxim Power Corporation(Maxim), andthen Village Farms International Inc. in 2014,whenit purchased Maxim’s assets, fortheir

combined heat and power cogeneration facility located offproperty

Village Farms since converted its East Ladner greenhouse into a cannabis-growing operation, called Pure Sunfarms

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Community McHappy Day familyfun benefits childrenwithneeds

For many years, Ladnerand Tsawwassen McDonald’s restaurants have been supporting Reach Child and Youth Development Society on McHappy Day.

This yearisnoexception,andthe non-profitextendsgratitude to South Delta McDonald’s restaurants foronce again mounting the fundraising event on May 8.

Delta Policeand Deltafirefighters will be present at Ladnerand Tsawwassen McDonald’s on McHappy Day.

Face painting, entertainment and crafts will be provided for children at lunchtime andafter school.

“McHappy Day is a wonderful reminder ofwhat community truly means,” said Tamara Veitch eventscoordinator at Reach Society. “Everyoneis welcome. Our heartfelt thanks to McDonald’s owner Nauman Jutt, his staffand to all theamazing vol-

unteers and community members who will be coming out to support Reach children, families andprograms.” Raffleticketsare on salenow at the restaurants to wina Playstation 5 Slim Consoleprize andproceeds benefit Reach Society. Learn more at www. reachchild.org.

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Community

Quilters Guildpresents seventhshow this weekend

The Boundary Bay Quilters Guild is excited to present its seventh quilt show May4 and5, at the South Delta Recreation Centre (172056th Street).

The Guild has held shows about every two years since theirfirst show in 2008, but those shows, like many othercommunity events, were paused due to the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.

Five years between shows has produceda bumpercropofmembers’ quilts to display,as wellas many more quilts exhibited under various “Community Quilt” and “Challenge” categories. There will be a Guild Boutique where quilts

The Boundary BayQuilters Guildpresents itsseventhshowthis weekend(May 4&5)atthe South Delta RecCentre.

andother items made by members will be for sale, as wellasan outstanding Merchant’s Market with 12 quilt shopsfromasfar away as Powell River and Peachland.

Admission is $10and is good for both days. The show is openfrom10 a.m.

to 4 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday

For more information, please visit the Guild website at : www.bbquiltersguild.com, orcontact the Guild via email at : info@bbquiltersguild. com.

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‘Independence is a right’: Guidedogpuppy raisers neededinB.C.

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Future guide dogs need yourhelp in British Columbia astheorganization is looking for volunteer puppy raisers.

April 24 marks International Guide Dog Day and B.C. and Alberta Guide Dogs has 166dogs working with people

be exposed to a lotof different scenarios.”

Guide dogs keep people safeandalso allow them to have independence.

“There’s going to be people, there’s going to be crowds, there’s traffic,” says Nelson. “It’sa lotof technical skills that our dogsneed to know but they also need to have the right temperament.”

Rachel Nelson is an apprenticemobility dog instructorand says the job is very rewarding.

“Being able to work withthedogs, but also the people, it’s pretty amazing,’ she says “Watching yourdog that you trained, go offanddoallthe thingsthey need to do with someoneelse is really themost rewarding thing.”

She’s been in theprogramfor two years now andexplains how the dogs go through a lotof training.

“It is quite difficult We were throwinga lotof things at them,” she says. “There’sa lotoftasks that they need to know, but it’s alsoa personality temperament because they’re going to be out in the world,they’re going to

The organization is looking for peopleor families to help raise the pupsfor18months to two years before they graduate throughtheprogram.

Ideal puppy raisers are retirees or families who have time to spend with thedog.They must also bring them to training once a week, usually on Fridays in Ladner.

Peopleshouldalso have experience with handling dogsand a steady schedule. Allofthe vet bills andfood will be taken care of by theorganization.

“We have allof our puppies go straight into a puppy-raising home,” says Nelson. “The puppy raisers are basically raising those dogsuntil they’re abouta yearand a half

old, so they’re doing a lotofthegroundwork, essentially teachinga lot offoundations.”

Fromthere, thedogs willadvance to training withthemobility trainers Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 4p.m

“It becomes a lotmore intense very quickly and that’s where we’re assessing thedogs really seeing if they’re enjoying the work and if they’re able to handlethat pressure that we put onthem,” says Nelson.

Matchinga dog to a person isimportant and taken very seriously,she adds.

“We want to takea look at the dog and make sure they’re compatible together.”

People must be legally blind, a permanent resident in Canada and over

the age of13 to qualify. The program costs a “symbolic” onedollar.

“They essentially don’t need topay for the guide dog that they’re receiving,” says Nelson. “A lot ofthe times, withthe clients, because they aren’t able to work, it could be a really big financial burden if wewere saying you have topay $30,000for this dog, which is what we equate allthetraining, the raising them.”

Ryan Kanatzar is a guide dog mobility instructorand has worked with hundreds ofdogs over hisfive years in the industry. He says themost rewarding part ofthe job is whenthe guide dog and persondon’tneed his support anymore.

“Independence is a right. We take it for granted,” he says “The independencethat your vision allows you… having conversations, getting from pointA to point B, and living withoutthat can be pretty challenging for some people.”

Guide dogs retire around10 years oldand get to livea life ofluxury afterall their hard work To learnmore about volunteering andthe puppy raiserprogram, visit their website.

April 24 markedInternational Guide Dog Dayand B.C. andAlberta Guide Dogshas166dogs working withpeople.

Community

Hike for Hospice May 12 in Ladner

Heron Hospice Society of Delta welcomes you to theinaugural Hike for Hospiceon Sunday, May 12 from 9 a.m. to noon at Paterson Park inLadner.

Gather yourfriends, family,co-workers, teammatesandmore forthisfamilyand dogfriendly walk/run. Honour someone special by walkingintheir memory.

“There will be food, music, andprizes so come walk withus It’s sure to be a fun-filled morning in support of a great cause,” said event chair Kim Mooney. Hike for Hospiceis a

national,pledge-based community event that takesplacein May to increase public awareness and raise funds in support of Hospice Society programs and servicesacross the country Allfunds raised throughthelocal Hike for Hospice will stay in Delta andhelp support Heron Hospiceprograms and services.

Thanks to generous donors and eventslike Hike for Hospice, Heron Hospice Society can offer educational and support programs at nocost as wellascritical services like griefcounselling.

There isalso a lending librar y that was funded by generous donations fromthecommunity.

Funds raised through Hike for Hospice will helpusincrease all programs, servicesand

expandthelibrary.

“Your support will make a difference,” added Mooney.

To register for Hike for Hospice, visit : heronhospice.org.

Heron Hospice Society

of Deltais a dedicated teamof volunteers, staff and board members committed to providing quality griefcounselling, bereavement, and end-of-life support to residentsof Deltaand

Tsawwassen First Nations Lands Theirofficeis located inthe Harold and Veronica Savage Supportive Care Centre at 4631 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Ladner -Submitted

Picturedlefttoright; Dana Warn, volunteer coordinator; BarbStack, executive director;Olwen Demidoff, KimMooney, DecimaMitchell,MonicaSchuaband RobertaBradshaw.

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Sunday@3 features Galiano Trio

The Sunday, May5 editionofthe Sunday @3 Concert Series at Ladner United Church willfeature the Galiano Windtrio.

Thisgroup features two Ladner musicians Donella and Stephen Robb performing with Trioleader David Boddingtonin a program of classical music hits throughthe generations.

The Trio was founded by Boddingtonin1986 withitsfirst performances in Vancouver during Expo 86.

Stephenfirst joined the triointhe early 1990’s afterfinishing his master ’s in music in Clarinet at UBC. It was during the same period Stephen began working forthe Delta Community Music Schooland Delta Youth Orchestra.

The trio was rebornin 2022afterthe COVID-19 pandemic shutdown with Boddingtonbringing the wind synth to thegroup as theleadplayer

Sunday’s program will featurea mixof music beginning withFrench composers Jean Philippe Rameau. The French connectioncontinues with works by Francis Poulenc, George Bizet, Claude Bowling, and Claude Debussy.

The Trio will round out theprogram with two works by Canadiancomposers includinga work written forthetrio by North Vancouver ’s Anita Sleeman and a work for windtrio by Canadian borncomposer and bassoonist Bill Douglas.

Ticketsare $10 (cash) at the door

FindingNemoJr. swimming into Delta

The Delta YouthTheatrepresents FindingNemoJr.runningMay3to12 atthe EquinoxTheatreat South Delta Secondary.

Delta Youth Theatre(DYT)isproud to bring Finding Nemo Jr. to the Equinox Theatre stage at South Delta Secondary Schoolfrom May3 to 12.

This charming musicaladaptationisa showforall ages. It is basedonthe beloved 2003Pixarfilm Finding Nemo andfeatures new music by the award-winning song writing teamofKristenAnderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, whocomposedthe musicforDisney’s “Frozen”franchise.

Directed by Tony BartonandTracy Neff and choreographed by Zoe Harmandian, theshow willfeature performances by young singers, dancers, andactorsfrom Northand South Delta,andcommunities acrossthe Lower Mainland.

Together,they willbring to lifethe story ofa parent learning to let go: Marlin,an anxiousand over-protective clownfish, livesintheGreat Barrier Reef withhis kid Nemo,wholongs to explorethe wider world. Butwhen Nemois captured and taken to afishtankin Sydney, Australia, Marlinfaceshisfearsand setsoffonan epicadventure acrossthe ocean.

Withthehelpoflovable characters such asoptimistic Dory, laid-back sea turtle Crush,andthe supportive Tank Gang, Marlin,and Nemo both overcome challenges to find each otherandthemselves. Featuringmemorable songs such as Just Keep Swimming, Fish Are Friends Not

Food,and Go withthe Flow, Finding Nemo Jr. tellsaheart-warming storyoffamily, friendship,andadventure.

“Weareexcited to be oneofthefirst companiesintheareato presentthisshow, andindoing so,presentanew challenge to someof ourmoreexperienced performers,”says Neff.

Bartonelaborateswhenheoffers, “For thisshow, we have been working witha Tsawwassen-native, Frances Henry,oncreating large, hand-held puppetsthat actors mustincorporateinto their performance. It’s a challenge forusasdirectors as well.”

DY Tisknown forelaborate setsand beautifulcostumes,andthisshow pushes thecreativeenvelopeforthecompany’s long-servingcostumecoordinator, Lora Keady.

“Thisis Lora’s finalshow withus so naturally, we are making itoneofthe mostambitious!” laughs Barton.“Witha talented teamof volunteers, Lora istasked withcreating, from scratch, anentire under water world withsharks, pufferfish, seaanemonesandmore. It’s going to be anunderthe sea partyyou won’t want to miss!”

Ticketsare availablenow at www.deltayouththeatre.comfor$35-$40, withdiscountsfor seniors, students,andgroups. Formoreinformation, call604-417-7748. -Submitted

DeltaChoral Society celebrates forty years

Celebrate 40 years of choral music magic withthe Delta Choral Society, a non-profit organizationthatowesits success to our community’s unwavering supportandenthusiasm

TheDelta Concert Choir, bornin1984 from thevisionof four women, has sincebrought joy to our community through musicandexpanded to include the Delta Youth & Children’s Choirandthe Delta Chamber Choir.

“The Delta Choral Society is thrilled to bring our 40th Anniversary concerts to the community in May,” said Delta

Choral Society president Nancy Chouinard. “The society has weathered challenges overthe years, most notably the pandemic, and we are stillhere andthriving under the directionof our incredibly talented andinspiring artistic director John R. Williams Singers range from our adorable children and youth choirmembers to concert choirmember, Joyce Nightingale, who has been joyfully singing withus since the society’s beginning and ‘wouldn’t miss a Monday night practice.

“We have beenentertaining at outreach eventsandconcerts

forfour decades, and we greatly appreciate the support ofthis wonderfulcommunity. These concertsare indeed a celebrationof our love of singing and include many choirfavourites as wellas delightfulnew songs. We invite you to join our three choirs to helpuscelebrate.”

Performances will be held onFriday, May3 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, May4 at 2 p.m. at the South Delta Baptist Church (1988 – 56th Street, Tsawwassen).

Concessionproceeds will benefit Deltassist.

The DeltaChoral Societywill markits40thanniversary withitsspring concerton May3and4atthe South Delta BaptistChurchin Tsawwassen.

Ticketsare $25for adults, $20 for studentsand children10 and under are free. Tickets can be purchased online at the DCS website www.deltachoral.ca/or at the doorwhilequantities last. -Submitted

SummerCamps

Keepsummerdaysfunandbusy when campends

Many adults have fond memoriesof attending summer camp whentheywere children. Summer camp program lengths vary. Some children attendlocal camps thatmay last a weekor two, while others attend sleep-away camps that last a littlelonger. Since summer vacation typically lasts between eight to 10 weeks, parents may discover there stillisplenty ofdowntime after summer camp ends.

Here are some waysto fill the gap between theendof camp andthe start of a new school year.

Schedule a vacation

What better way to keepthe magicof summer going than by rolling summer camp right into a family vacation? Give kidstime to enjoy a few daysto relax at home, but then buckle

upforthenext adventure. This can be a trip away fromhome, ora seriesof day tripsoractivities guided by all members of the family.

Organizea sleepover exchange

Parents of school-aged children can coordinate with oneanother to fillup a week or more with sleepovers Each family cantakea night or two, and the kids can jump fromhouse to house extendingthefun withoneanother Sleepovers can occur inside thehome orunder tents inthe yard.

Recreatefavourite camp activities at home

Why not take whatmakes camp entertaining andtr y it at home? Copy the camp’s itinerar y and engage in similar activities, such as canoeing or

nature hikes. On nights when the weather cooperates, everyone can gatheraround a fire pit to roast marshmallows.

Enrollin a recreational program

Some towns offer free or low-fee activities to residents throughtheir parks and recreationdepartments. If budgeting doesnotallow for a camp experience, there are likely town-wideactivitiesthat can fillthe gapsuntil it’s timefor children to go back to school. Some even may offerafterhours childcare optionsfor parents who have scheduling conflicts with work

When summer camp ends, parents have different options they can explore to keep childrenengaged and supervised until a new school year begins -Metro Creative

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SummerCamps

Make themostofthe summer camp experience

Summer camp season will soon be here, andthrongsof children will board buses each morning or pack their parents’ cars fullofessentials to survivea few weeks away fromhome

Looking back, many adultswhoexperienced summer camp have fondmemoriesoftheiradventures - whether they all went according to planorthere were somehiccupsalong the way. Parents want their children to make their own summer camp memories Evenifthe canoe capsizesorthe cabinleaks during a summerthunderstorm, such experiences can build characterand strengthenfriendships

Families getting prepared for camp can follow these guidelines to ensurethe experienceisone kids won’t soonforget.

Considerchildren’s readiness

There’s no magic age when a child may be ready to go to camp, but generally kidswhoare ages seven oreight may be fine to starta resident sleepaway camp Day camp kids can begin as early as age three, the same age kids often beginpreschool programs. Gauge whetherthe child has spent time away fromhome at friends’ orfamily members’ homes to decideif a resident camp will be the right fitorif a day camp is more appropriate

Connectwithfellow campers

If possible, attend a meet-andgreet prior to the start ofthe season. Neighborhood day camps tend to draw kidsfrom localcommunities, so there’s alreadya chance kids willknowa few fellow campers.

Get to know camp counsellors early on

Campers can introducethemselves to camp counsellors andotherprogram directors andare urged to ask questions about specificprograms Counsellors can direct campers toward activities they may enjoy.

Make the mostofallsituations

Much of summer camp willlikely be smooth-sailing,but it’s reasonable to expect some bumps along the way. Campers shouldn’texpect perfection, but use the situationsthatmay go awry as learning experiencesonhow to handleadversity - trying to findthefunin themanyway Even a medical situation can be overcome, particularly because camps staff qualified medical personnel to ensure campers are safeand well. Summer camp can be a great experience, especially whenfamiliestake somepre-camp measuresaimed at ensuring kids have a fun season.

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Mental Health Week

Stories from Bend Don’tBreaknow reaching visualaudience

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Delta Police’s tales of tragedy, hope and heroism thathave beenshared via audio podcasts have now moved to video.

Since2018, police officers, initially from Delta, then soon after,first responders from around thecontinent, have toldtheir stories on the Bend Don’tBreak podcasts about getting throughthe toughtimesfaced on the job, underthepreceptthat people can go throughtrauma and surviveand get on withtheirlives, and bend but not break.

Doing so encourages other officers, firefighters, paramedics, or frontline care workers that there is a waythrough trauma

The half-hourproductions allow police to share their stories about the stark realities of post-traumatic stress disorder, mentalhealth, well-being, addictions, andfamily/relationship breakdown,DPD’s website explains.

Earlierthis year, instead of making just podcasts, themedium was switched to videos.

That format holds attentionlonger, while reach has almost doubled per episode, saidA/Insp. James Sandberg, publicaffairs manager for DPD, who producesthevideos.

“We’re supporting officers internally, that’s our focus, but the reality is, we’re not just supporting the officers, we’re supporting the family,thefriends,” Sandberg said.

Initially, six years ago, a constable suggested that DPD create a podcast about oneofficer ’s experience. That was followed by another half a dozen officerstelling their stories

Police Chief Neil Dubord then expanded the concept to regular productions of about once a month That has now increased to twice a month, invideo, shared worldwidevia social media, with Dubord still hosting the videos and doing pre-interviews

“We started itsmallinternally,andit grew very quickly in terms of who was

Since2018,after62 podcasts, withno promotion, there have been more than 112,000downloads.

“As long as our numbers are still showing that there’s value, we’ll continue,” Sandberg said.

He saidthat “the power of stor y, ” will tell otherofficers they’re notalone ifthey’re struggling and reducesthe stigma against seeking help, whilealso humanizing the police, which allows other people to connect.

The production islisted as one of the top policing and law enforcement podcasts.

Sandberg saidthefeedback has been great andthat the goalis to get agencies talking and pushemployee wellness to the forefront.

reaching out toparticipatein our podcast,” said Sandberg.

Now, once, or twice a week, first responders from around North America, are contacting the department offering to share their stories

“At theend of the day,the whole purpose… the word is resilience,” Sandberg said.

“We are trying to build resilience. We are trying to make our people stronger, our people healthier, give our people another tool to deal withtheiremotionalgrief.”

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Mental Health Week

Isn’t every week Mental Health Week?

ANDREWNEUFELD

Contributing Wr iter

One of my daughters asked methisquestionwhen I mentioned I’d be writing anarticle fortheOptimist in support ofmentalhealth week. She’s notwrong. While recognizing mentalhealth this weekis important, what’s really important iswhat we do the rest ofthe year

The Centre for Addictionand Mental Health (CAMH)is Canada’s largest mental health teaching hospital and leading researcher. Their research showsthat in any particular year, oneinfive Canadians experience a mental illness, andonein two

have, or have had one by age 40.

Youth ages15 to 24are themost likely to experiencemental illness and/ or substanceuse disorders. Men have higher rates of substanceuse disorders than women, and women have higher rates ofmood andanxiety disorders

Finally, more than4,000 Canadiansdie ever y year by suicide – and all ages and backgrounds are affected.

We’re notokay in Canada Too many Canadiansare in pain. Having worked inmental health formore than20 years, I can tell you that we lose too many people to mentalhealth, and I’m notokay withthat Are

you?

But what do we do?

At a grass-roots level, we need to start with relationships. There’sa littleknown fact about relationshipsthat we all need to know - nothing reduces painfor human beings betterthan a safe, secure relationship withanother human being. Nothing. It’s betterthanany pain medicationon earth, and we have researchto prove it. Knowing this, how do we help?

Check inon your friendsandfamily. Don’t be afraidofthe hard conversations. If someone says they’re “fine,” gently let them know it’s okay ifthey’re not, and you’re there to listen.

You don’t have to know what to say or do, you just have to show up, care and listen.

Ifthey’re notokay, encourage them to ask for help, andshare if you’ve asked forhelp That’s part ofbreaking the stigma. Offer to help themconnect with a professional.

Ifthey’re in danger, call 9-1-1ortake them to your nearest hospital. You may be afraidthey’ll be mad– and I understandwhy. It’s betterthat they’re mad thandead.

I’ve struggled with mental illness for37of my 43 years. Ididn’task for help for years.NowI am, and lifeis so much better. Ask for help, it’s worth it

ofupsand downs, butbyrecognizingthisshared experience, we starttofeelhow#CompassionConnects. Getinvolvedat www.mentalhealthweek.ca

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Mental Health Week

Thistime, some screentime, can help men’s mentalhealth

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This year’s themefor Mental Health Weekiscompassion, withthe slogan, “A Call to be Kind.”

Whenitcomes to men’s mental healthhowever, formen, being kind to themselvesisnotalways easy, which iswhere the Heads Up Guys website comesin.

Founded in2015 by UBC psychiatry professor John Ogrodniczuk, the site is a program ofUBC and offers, among several topics,a self-check questionnaire, advicefordealing withdepression,dealing withcrises,a self-care tool kit, stress management andadviceforfriendsand family supporting menwhoare dealing withdepression. A list oftherapists is also provided, based on region,incities across Canada andinthe U.S., Australia, Irelandandthe United Kingdom Remote therapy also is available After being onlinefornine years, thousandsofmen have clicked on,providing anexampleoftheanonymity of

the websitecreating substantial social good.

Delta/Langley resident Brad Newell andhisfamily got involved in2016. He isin charge ofpromotionandfundraising and has raised thousandsofdollars forthe charity.

“Heads Up Guys isanamazing resourceformen. It’s one ofthefewin the world,” Newell said. “It’s anamazing website. It’s gota ton of good informationonthere, you know, if you’re in a dark place It’s got lotsofinformationon there for women, you know if your guy is screwed up. It’s easy to navigate.”

Since2016,five million peoplefrom aroundthe world have visited the site andmore than half a millionmen have donethefree, anonymous, mentalhealth self checkups

“Every guy shoulddoit,” said Newell. “It will just tell you if you need help.”

The site getscommentsfrommen aroundthe world, with many referring to the benefitof participating inthe selfcheck questionnaire which takes just a fewminutes

According to the website, in Canada, the U.S. and the U.K., men have a suicide rate three timesthat of womenand suicideistheleading cause ofdeath for menunder50.

Men’s mentalhealth can be overlooked because they don’t reach out or say much whenthings start to bother them

“There’s so much stress inthis world, can’t pay our bills, not getting along with our wives… too much social media,” said Newell.

In a family, ifmom’s not happy, nobody’s happy, but if dad’s not happy, who cares?headded.

“And everything’s on dad. He’s supposed to suck itupand be stoic …”

However, Newell,whogrewupin Deltaand ownsthe King of Floors store in Surrey, and King ’s Links by the Sea saidhedoesn’tlike the word “mental” health Instead,he’d prefer the term brainhealth, noting that everyone’s different.

He says the charity isefficient.

“The nameis really known now in

Whenit comestomen’s mental healthhowever, formen,beingkind tothemselves isnotalwayseasy, whichiswheretheHeadsUp Guys website comesin.

B.C. Andthisisoneofthe best-run charitiesontheplanet,” Newell said. Ogrodniczuk isthedriving force behinditand saw theneed foritin 2015, Newell said. “Thisthing’s only going because ofhim,” Newell said. The Newellfamily are also major sponsors.

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Community

During Eastertide, the50 days afterEaster, Christians gather totell storiesof Jesus’ resurrection.

Peculiarly, when Jesus appears to hisdisciples, heshowsthemthe wounds onhis hands and side. Theologian Ched Myers refers to this display of Jesus ‘marred body asthetraumatic somatic. Given that the English word trauma comesfromtheGreek word for wound, we might say that Jesus’ wounded body bears the marks of spiritual trauma Afterall,it was religious authoritiescolluding withtheempire that led to Jesus’ crucifixion

Spiritual trauma Minister’s Minute

theologiesthat are supposed to be sourcesoflife, end up inflicting harm. Religiousenvironments where spiritualtrauma often occurs are characterized by toxic theology, highcontrol, top-down use of power, suspicion of outside authorities, and belonging predicated ondoctrinal and behavioural conformity.

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A 2023 study found that one inthree adults inthe U.S. havesuffered from religioustrauma

Whilethe number may be lower here, my own lived experience of spiritualtrauma and my professionalexperience as a pastor and spiritualdirector, tellme that, many ofus carr y wounds fromadverse religious experiences.

Spiritualtrauma is complex because the very people, institutions, and

Like Jesus, our bodies may always carr y spiritual wounds, but with the right support, we can metabolize painful past experiences, and spiritual ruptures can be repaired Those wanting to learnmore might seek outa trauma-informed therapist, listen to a podcast like Holy Hurt by Dr. Hillar y McBride, or read a book like Dr. Laura Anderson’s When Religion Hurts You

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A new recipe for success for the DeltaIslanders?

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A new general manager New assistant coaches New philosophies Willitalltranslate into a new recipe for success for the Delta Islanders?

Logan Schuss isconfident it will.

Schuss, who was named thenewGM late last year, has assembled anexperienced group ofcoaches to help turn aroundthedirectionof theorganization.

Kyle Goundar y is back asheadcoach. He isalso currently anassistant coach inthe National Lacrosse League(NLL) forthe PantherCity Lacrosse Club

Offencecoach is Jordan McBride, who is retired fromtheNLL and a WesternLacrosse Association star, while defencecoach is Curtis Hodgson, a retired NLL

proandNLL champion. He isalsothe former Vancouver Warriors coach.

“I think my direction moving for ward withthe Delta Junior Islanders is that I want to see usin the top three ofthe teams in B.C.,” said Schuss “Victoria and Coquitlampredominantly are the number one and two seeds usually inthe junior ranks, butI want to getDelta back up there and to dothat we had to reinvent what we are all about in Delta

“I think Kyledoes a great job ashead coach, but heneeded somemore supportthrough theassistants,and I think working andcoaching by committee isimportant. It works at theNLLlevel – thepro level and I thinkit can really work at the junior level. It’s good to have coacheswho have been there and have played at thehighest level.”

DeltaJuniorAIslandersassistant coachesCurtisHodgsonandJordan McBrideaddresstheplayers beforethestartofanother recentspiritedpracticeattheLadneroutdoorlacrossebox.

At theentr y draft inLangley in January, Schuss selected seven players including: Jett Burnsfrom Maple Ridge, Kenyan Whitney from Richmond, Kayden McIntoshfrom Maple Ridge, Ty Bikic from Maple Ridge, Colby

Quilay from Richmond, Keihin Blacksonfrom Mission,and Tatain Handfrom Maple Ridge. Thanks to the outdoor lacrosse box inLadner, players have beencoming togetherforpractices since January. That enthusiasm and“buy-in”

to put inthe work will be another key forthe Islanders, said Schuss “The buy-inis huge Adding thecoaching staff was thefirst priority,and thendrafting players who see thevisionthat we are going for,” he said.“We drafted a couple of key

Kyokushin Karate Club wins medals in Calgary

On the weekendof March 16,eightmembers of the South Delta Kyokushin Karate Club successfully participated intheIKOK-C2024 Calgary Cup karate tournament.

Hailey Hanna took goldin fullcontactknock down inthe15–16-year-old agegroup, as wellasbronze in continuousnon-contactforher agegroup

Azaria Lalli took goldinthefullcontact knockdown 12 years age group and Simon Mills took silver inthe seniormen’s fullcontactknockdown division.

Othermembers participating inthe tournament were Ariyana Lalli, Niyah Lalliand chaperone Harvir Lalli. Also along to coach andofficiate were Sensei Mike Sandford and Sempai Rob Sonnenberg. - Submitted

Picturedback row, lefttoright;Hailey Hanna, SimonMillsandNiyahLalli;front row, lefttoright: AriyanaLallieandAzariaLalli.

componentsthat will be big forus Jett is a firstyearplayerand a goalie. He is a big kid,fillsthe netand has looked great inpractice He is going to be a big part of our future. I’m super excited andheisexcited asare allthe guys Guys want to be here and want to be a part of turning this around. It’s easy to join a team whenthey are numberoneor two in theleague, but these kids cameinand were hungry to join a teamthat isnear the bottomand want to be the reasonwhen we get to the top.”

The Junior A Islanders opentheir B.C. Junior Lacrosse League regular seasonon Saturday May 11 at theLadner Leisure Centre at 7 p.m. against the New West Salmonbellies, thenhost the Nanaimo Timbermen thefollowing afternoon at 2 p.m.

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WelcometothepicturesquebeachtownofBoundaryBayinSunny Tsawwassen. Nestledjust 3blocksfromthebeachthischarming 3bedroom, 2bathroom homeofferstheperfectcoastaloasis.Fullyfencedyardforprivacy,RV/Boat parkingand agardenersdelight!Withdirectaccesstothebeachvia aprivate laneway,youcanenjoyendlesssummerdays.Bringyourdecoratingdreamsto lifeinthisinvitingspaceorbuildthehomeyouhavebeendreamingof.Don’t missthisopportunitytoownyourownsliceofparadise -startlivingyourdreams onthebeachthissummer!Calltoday!

309136356STREET |$639,000

2BEDS |2BATHS |960SQ.FT.|BUILT1994

WINDSORWOODS

Introducingthischarming 2bedroom, 2bathroomcondonestledintheheart of Tsawwassen,centrallylocatedinthecovetedStanwayinWindsor Woods. Boastingnearly100sqftoflivingspacethiswestfacingabodeoffers 2decks overlooking atranquillagoon,idealforunwindingafter alongday.Withits convenientproximitytotownthis residencecatersperfectlytodownsizers, professionalcouplesorfamiliesseekingbothcomfortandconvenience.Embrace theopportunitytopersonalizethisspaceandbringyourdecoratingideastolife. Don’tmissoutonthechancetomakethisdelightfulcondoyournewhome! PRICEDTOSELL

NEWLISTING

OPENHOUSESUNDAY, MAY5TH 2-4PM

WelcometoyourownsliceofparadiseinCentral Tsawwassen.Thissprawling, over11,00sqft.lotboastsendlesspossibilities!Nestledonthepropertyisa charmingCapeCodwith 3bedrooms, adenand 2bathrooms.Immaculately keptandwellloved,completewith adetached,fullyservicedworkshopfor yourcreativepursuits.Whetheryouae readytomoveinandenjoy, embarkona renovationorbuildyourdreamhousefromthegroundup,thisistheopportunity youhavebeenwaitingfor.Don’t letitslipaway,actfast!Withitsprimelocation closetoshops,schools,transit,golf,parksandthebeach,theperfectlifestyle awaits.Calltoday!

OPENHOUSESUNDAY, MAY5TH 1-3PM

Welcometothischarming 3bedroom, 3bathroom Townhouselocatedinthe vibrantcommunityof Tsawwassen!Boastingmodernamenitiesandconvenient location,thispropertyofferscomfortablelivingspacesidealforfamiliesorthose seekingtodownsize.Someofthekeyfeaturesareit’sspaciouslayout,modern kitchen,brightlivingareasandsituateddirectlyacrossfrom TsawwassenMills. Don’tmissthisopportunitytomakethisinviting Townhouseyournewhome.Call today! PriceImprovement

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$1,198,000

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I4845LINDENDRIVE,LADNER

Updated1,686sqft townhouse:3bdrms,oversizedflexroom, 3baths.Brightkitchen: stainlesssteel appliances,quartz counters,newercabinetry.Spaciousliving roomwithsundeck. Threebedrooms upstairs;primarybedroomwith walk-incloset &cheaterensuite. Updatedbathroom:whiteoakdouble vanity,deepbathtub.Bonusflexroomdownstairs; fencedbackyard,patio.Two-carcarportwith storage room.$200/month strata. Petfriendly.

5614688HAWKLANE

Beautifullyappointed 3bed,2.5bath cornerunit townhomeinSunnyTsawwassen.Openlayout,kitchen withpremiumcabinetryandquartz countertops.East-facingsundeckoffkitchen. 3beds, 2baths,and laundryupstairs.Frontdooropens to west-facinggreenspaceandpatio.Doubletandemgaragewith ample storage.Walkingdistancetoshoppingmalls, restaurants,beaches,andtrails. $839,000

1151 FairwayViewsWynd

Welcome to FairwayViewsinSunnyTsawwassen. Thisspacious1900+sqft 3bedroom, 3bathroomendunit offersanefficientfloorplan over 3levels. Featuring agasfireplaceinyoursunkenliving room,an oversized primarybedroomwith vaulted ceilings, cedar ceilingsin yourloft,and atranquilgreenspaceoffyourback porch. Thisunithasnewwindows +slidingdoorsinstalledin2017.New roof +skylightin2023.Amenitiesinclude anindoorpool,hottub,sauna,andsundeck. Centrallylocatedstepsfrom Tsawwassen’stowncenter,shops, restaurants,BeachGrove Golf Course,andbeautifulBoundaryBay. OpenhouseSat/SunApril20th &21st2-4pm.

youcan relax &enjoythe serenecourtyardwithmarina/river views.Convenientlylocatedsteps to LadnerVillage. Bonus: Tesla EV chargerstation/privatemarina/storage.

amastersuitewith vaultedceilings,spa-likeensuite, andsunlitbalcony toenjoyyourmorningcoffee.Durablemetal roof,efficienthot waterradiantheating,and twoskylightsthat providenaturallight.Outside,amaturegardenlandscape awaitsin yoursunnyandprivatebackyardperfect forentertaining.Convenientlylocatedjuststeps away fromCliffDrive Schooloffering Frenchimmersion, minutesfromtowncenterand muchmore!

“WILLCONSIDERJOINTVENTUREORTRADEOFANOTHERPROPERTY”Build yourdreamhome onthebestviewlotinTsawwassenwith280degreeview.Thispropertyisthemoststructurally engineeredlotonTsawwassen’sWesternBluff.Newb.C.higherdensitypolicieswillallow2units, biggersquarefootageandDeltawillallowabasement.Deltahallwillprioritizealldevelopment permitsandarefullyinsupportofbuilding.Locationis a10,viewis12andpriceis a20!!!

Beautifulfamilyhomeon agreatstreetinupperTsawwassen.Homefeatures3600sq.ft, 5bdrms, 3fullbathrooms,largegreatroom,biggamesroom,hardwoodfloors,manyupdatesandalllarge rooms.Homehasexcellentfloorplanthatopensto afabulousprivatesouthernexposed yard. Don’tmissthisGreathomein aGreatlocationat aGreatPrice.

2Bedroomsanddenongroundlevelinroyaloaks.Greatdevelopmentandlocation, walking distancetoallamenitiesand veryquietlocation. Thisunitwithitssizeandextraden rarelycome tomarketsodon’tmiss your chanceto owninthisfabulousdevelopment. Thisniceunitisingood conditionwithundatedappliances.

SienabroughttotheHeightswithdesigninspirationfromItaly’sfamous“DuomodiSiena”bringsan elegantlimestonefinished 5storydesignconcept.Meetandmingleatthestreetside“piazza”orfora bitmoreprivacy enterthroughthehotelinspiredlobbyandenjoytherooftopgardenthatofferscovered seatingandBBQ.This 1bedroomden +2bathtopfloorunithasmountainviews,andisdesigned by awardwinningHouseofBohn. Familysizekitchen,withu-shapeddesign,fullsizehighendappliances, andlargepantry.Spainspiredbathrooms,withhis &hersensuitesinks,soakertub,floortoceiling porcelaintileandquartzcounterswithcustomframedmirroredcabinets.HomealsoincludesA/C. $859,000

ECordova

Bedrooms: 1•Bathrooms: 1 FloorArea: 515 sq.ft. 4486 61 Street,Delta $1,399,900

Bedrooms: 4• Bathrooms:3 FloorArea:2,491sq.ft.

Welcome to this fourbedroomplusdenhomethatisperfect foragrowing family orhomeoffice!Onthemainfloor youwillfind acozyliving room, aspaciouseat-in kitchen,the formaldining room,the family roomand aden.All fourbedroomsare locatedupstairsincludingthespaciousprimarybedroomwith alargeandbright ensuiteandplentyof storageandaccess to thesundeck.Other featuresincludea privateeastfacing yard,singlecargarage,andupdatedfurnace, hot watertank, skylights, fencingandpaint. Locatedwithin walkingdistancetoHollyElementary, recreation,transitandmore!OpenHouseonSunday, April28th,from 2to4pm.

Bedrooms: 4•Bathrooms:3 FloorArea:2,681sq.ft.

wellmaintained familyhomehasplenty to offer!Situatedona 10,000SQFTlotwith awestfacingbackyard,thishomeoffers 3bedrooms,kitchen,dining roomand aspaciousliving roomupstairs with adenand a1bedroomin-lawsuitedownstairs.Situatedonaquiet street steps to Diefenbaker Park, PebbleHillElementaryschooland publictransit. Centrallylocatedclose to CentennialBeach, restaurants, markets,shops. recreationandmore!

Welcome to INGASTOWNlocatedintheheartof Gastown’sHeritageDistrict. Acontemporaryonebedroomandonebathroomsuitecompletewithanopen layoutandamplelight. Featuresincludepolished concretefloors,anefficient kitchenlayout completewithquartz countertops, agas range,a builtin ovenand Europeanintegratedcabinetry.Enjoytheshared rooftoppatiowithanoutdoor kitchenandBBQarea.Close to Chinatown,Downtown,Railtown, Yaletown,transit, parksandsomuchmore. Thisisan excellentopportunity to ownandliveclose to allthat downtownhas to offeror agreat investment.One storagelockerincluded.

Quality-built,meticulouslymaintained, &beautifullyupdatedfamilyhome w/41yearsofcherishedownership. Versatilesplit-leveldesigncaterstogrowing families &work-from-homelifestyles.Mainfloorboastsformalliving/diningarea, gasfireplace, &updatedkitchen.Upstairs,primarybdrmwithdeck,walk-in closet, &ensuite,plustwobedrooms &fullbath.Permittedupperflooraddition offers4thbdrm,storage, &flex roomwithskylight.IdeallocationnearPebbleHill Traditionalschool &DiefenbakerPark.Readytoputdown roots? 4|

6643SunshineCoastHwy

3| 2| 2174sqft |1acrelot

$2,299,000

Waterfrontviewsofthe TrailIslandsfrom every room!Bright &airymainfloorw/ open-conceptliving/dining, &gourmet kitchen.Mainfloorprimarybedroomalso w/deckaccess.Upstairs,twospacious bedrooms,lowerleveloffers arec-room leadingtothehottub,yogadeck,outdoor shower,sandyfirepitarea &directbeach/ oceanaccess.

ResortstylelivingatFairwindsriverfrontcommunityboasting a12,000sqft clubhousew/gym,guestsuites &pool!Brightandspacioustownhomefeaturing 9ftceilingsandopenconceptliving.Manyfeaturesincludeupdatedlight fixtures,frontloaderwasherdryer,stainlesssteelappliances,laminateflooring throughout.Locatednearthemarina,golfcourse,NeilsonGroveElementary andwalkingtrails.

4579AuroraCourt Ladner

66DiefenbakerWynd Tsawwassen

Tsawwassen

330 TsawwassenBeach Road

$4,295,000

Panoramic oceanfrontproperty! 85FTwaterfrontage.By appointmentonly.

598

$5,555,000

1555ENDERBYAvenue,Tsawwassen

$1,485,000

Beachgroverancherupdatedto accommodate afamilywith 3bdrmsand 2fullbaths

8252AStreet,Tsawwassen

$1,699,000 LOVESWIMMING?THEN THISHOMEISFORYOU! Custom-builtstaycation home, 2officespaces,indoor pool &sauna.

2050thStreet, Tsawwassen

$2,049,000

Tastefully renovatedhome exudesambienceandstyle situated on alargecornerlot.

384-1440GardenPlace, Tsawwassen

$579,000 Spacious2-bedroom Penthousewithgarden exposure -moveinready.

1390FarrellAvenue,Tsawwassen

$1,449,000 PrimelocationinBeachGrove on aperfectrectangularlotwith 60ftfrontagezonedduplex.

1223PacificDrive, Tsawwassen

$2,290,000 Executivehomeon 10,200sqftprivate gardenlotinThe Village!

24 -66AStreet,BoundaryBay

$1,747,000

PrimeBoundaryBayLotwith over10,000SQFTtoinvest, build,orliveinthecurrentrancher andenjoy thebeach lifestyle.

5424CandlewyckWynd, Tsawwassen

$1,399,000 Ifyoulovesunsets, privacy,andvistaviews thenthisisyourrancher!

OpenSunday 2-4pm

5228Glen AbbeyPlace

$2,288,000

Masterfullydesigned Custombuilt ExecutiveHome, offering 3400sqftofLivingSpacein PrimeLocation.

5801GoldenrodCrescent, Tsawwassen

$1,799,000

Beautifullyappointed 4-bedroomrancherin ForestByTheBaywith amazingoutdoorspace.

110N-110056Street, Tsawwassen

$1,099,000

Completelyrenovatedlarge corner unitinsoughtafter RoyalOaks-apremieradult orientedcomplexintheheart of Tsawwassen.

137-4738HemlockWay

$899,000

Spacious3 Bedroom 3Bath Townhome,likebrandnewwithout theGST -Enjoy thelargestClub HouseinTsawwassenbyowning at theTsawwassenLanding.

4533RiverRoad, Ladner

$1,299,000

SensationalWaterfront propertywithrevenue fromtwofloathomesseparatelyowned.

JUSTLISTED,this1630 sq.ft.cornercondo at Tsaw wass en Greenis now availablefor viewing. Thisshelldesignedlayoutoffers 2large b edro oms, aden,galler ykitchen and2sundecks. Youcan walk to shops, medical buildingand kinvillage. Come &S ee Sat2-4 pm BobC ooke604-943-7653

Over$300,000 sp entonthisc ul de sacpiece of paradise.This well designedlayouthas 3fireplaces andagorgeousbackyard entertainingareawithputting green, clos etos chools,park&golf. Youmusts ee inside,you will notbedisappointed. BobC ooke604-943-7653

Ahugepropertyandbeautifulhomewitha sunsoakedbackyardcompletewithpooland unlimitedoptionstoentertain.Youwillbethe ultimate hostandhostess.A propertyofthis magnitudeisrarelyofferedforsalesoDO NOTHESITATEasthisisanamazingchanceto purchasetheEstateyou havealwaysdreamed ofowning.(29483348)

4732Spruce Way, Tsawwassen

MLS#R2848586 •$1,388,000

OpenhouseSun2-4pm

Contemporary single-familyhomeinthe sought-after WestCoastEstates!Boasting 4bedrooms &3.5bathroom,spacious 2-level home,2,151sfofopenlivingspace.Fullyfenced 3,300sqftyard.Detacheddouble garageplus separateparkingpad.EVchargingroughedin andACincluded.MoveinReady!

260-1440GardenPlace, Tsawwassen MLS#R2875786 •$549,000

TheCameliaoffers1024sqftoflivingarea, afunctionalkitchen, 2largebedrooms, renovatedspa-likeensuite/bathroom, awarm gasfireplace &coveredbalcony. Thiswell-kept buildingprovidesconvenientamenitiessuchas same-floorstorage,sauna&oneparkingspace.

711UnderhillDrive, Tsawwassen

MLS#R2870332• $1,949,000

Impeccablyrenovated 4bedroom +den homeon aspacious80x124lotinprime Tsawwassenlocation.Mainfloorliving withall 4bedroomsupanddenon main.Beautifullymanicured Westfacing backyardisperfectforentertaining.

formershowhome andloadedwith extras!Hugesouthpatiowithdirectstreetaccess.2side by sideparking stallswith EV charging.Countr yclublivingwith a12,000sq.ft. Clubhouse.Ararefind!

Spacious2,560sqftPebbleHillfamily homeboasting 3bedroomsand 3bathroomson asun-kissed7,782sqftlot. Vaultedceilingsandsunlitlivingspaces with awrap-arounddeckoffthekitchen.

BeachGrovefamilyhome.Oneofthebest locationsavailablewith awestern exposed backdeck/yardoverlooking“BeachGrove Mini Park”.This 5bedroom 3bathroom homeisonlyminutesto golfcourse,Dyke &schools. Perfect forkids &pets.Bonus: in-law-suiteavailable forextraincomeif needed.ViewsofOcean &Mountains fromthefrontcovereddeck.

Centrallylocatedinthehear tof Tsawwassen &walkingdistanceto shopping,restaurants,buses &golfcourse. This 2bedroomanddenrancher wasbuilt as a“PassiveHome”in2015. Abuilding standardthatistrulyenergyefficient, comfortable,affordableandecologicalat thesametime.Mustbeseentoappreciate its valueandgreatlocation.Conver ttoa “heatpump”heatingifdesired.

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Mike VanStraaten, BMgt

12-3350 Westham IslandRd, Ladner |$389,000

MLS#R2875176

Experiencebreathtakingviewsfromthis2-bedroomfloathome nestledonthe riverinLadner.Thisstunning residenceboasts 2bedroomsonthelowerleveland aspaciouslivingareaon theupperfloor.Enjoytheopen conceptlayoutwith vaulted ceilings,laminate flooring,and contemporar yglass railings. The livinganddining roomsopenup to anincrediblebalconywith framelessglass railings,offeringunobstructedviewsofthe river.

151256th Street Tsaw wassen

$1,999,000

MLS#C8059353

Don’tmissthis exceptionalopportunitytoacquireastandalone retail/office buildingin Tsawwassen! Positionedontheprimary businessthoroughfare, thisproper ty isalsodesignatedinthe newlyproposed Official CommunityPlan formedium-density multi-family redevelopment, potentiallyup to 6storeys Currentlyleased to aveterinar yclinic,the existingbuilding boasts over2,700sqftofspace. Itslayoutsuitssimilarbusinesses, medicalpractitioners,andmore, featuring afront reception, multiple examination rooms,andprivateofficeareas.

1605116th Ave, SouthSurrey

$4,888,000

MLS#R2875565

DEVELOPERALERT! This centrallylocatedsitepresents aprime opportunityfor redevelopment. Situatedwithinthe King George HighwayCorridor Plan,thecurrent designationof15 UPA offersthepotential forrezoning to higherdensity. Similar sitesintheareahaverecentlybeen rezoned for6-12storey mixed-usebuildings,highlightingthepotential forthisproper ty

548315b Avenue, Tsawwassen |$2,999,000

5,043sqft|6Beds |5Baths |Tsawwassen|

MLS#R2824975

Experiencepureluxur yinthis 6bedroom, 5bathroom home,just 3years young.Bright&Spaciouslayoutthat isdesigned forentertainingwithopen conceptliving featuring adouble-sidedfireplacethatseparatesthe chef ’s kitchenfromthe greatroom.

BayviewHills,Tsawwassen

$6,600,000

34,000sf |5Lots |RS5 Zoning |Tsawwassen

Exceptionalopportunitytoacquire3 existing propertiesthathave3rdreadingapproval to becomefiveRS5 zonedlots.Nestledinone of Tsawwassen’s most covetedenclaves, this expansive34,000sfparcelisararefind.

111-473853rdStreet Ladner |$550,000

1,117sf |2Beds |2Baths

Sunningdale |MLS#R2861895

Thisspacious1,117sf 2bedroom, 2bathroom condolocatedinthesoughtafter Sunningdaledevelopmentin CentralLadner.Bring yourdecoratingideas,quick possessionpossible.

144-2228162nd Street, SouthSurrey |$830,000 1,203sf |3beds |2baths

TheBreezebyAdera|MLS#R2871331

Discover TheBreezebyAdera,an award-winningdevelopment in SouthSurrey. Thischic3-bed,2-bathroom townhome featuresanamazinglayoutand atandem2-cargarage.Enjoy exclusiveaccess to TheBreeze’sWest CoastClub,offeringa gym, yogastudio,entertainmentroom,andsauna.

5094b BentleyDrive, Ladner $2,098,800

Listed by SuttonGroupSeafair RealtyBrand New FamilyHomelocatedononeofthebest streetsinLadner.

CentrallivingatSandollar! ThisspaciousandbrightCarl Jensenbuilt 2bed/2bathunit wasdesignedwithcomfortinmind. Withan updatedKitchenandanopen floor plan,thisunitisperfectfortheentertainer.Theuniquecustom floorplan, whichforgoesthetypical patio,featuresanextendedlivingroom,providingamplespaceforrelaxationandsocialgatherings,withgreater year-roundusability Prideof ownershipshinesthroughinthisproactive self-managedstrata,diligentlyupkeptwithanewroof,exterior/interiorpaintin thelast 5years. Thisunitfeaturesundergroundsecuredparkingandstorage,andisjuststepsfromthetowncenter whilemaintaining tranquilityandamplestreetparking; youcan’taskfor abetterlocationthanSandollar

$1,488,000

5217UplandDrive

Discoverthis charming 3bed, 2bath rancherincliffdrive.Thisupdatedhomeboastsforestandmountainviews, apatio,and abeautiful gardenon aspacious11,324sqftlot. Fantasticopportunityto owninoneofTsawwassen’spremierlocationswithpotentialtobuildup to4396sqft.Convenientlylocatedneartheferryterminal,mall &shopping,thishomeoffersboth Tranquilityandaccessibility.Step intotheopenconceptlayout, flooded withnaturallight,embracetheserenityof yourprivateretreat,savouringmorningcoffeesonthe patio. Withupdatedfeaturessuchaskitchen,bathrooms,furnace,h/wandmore,enjoymoderncomfortandrusticnaturalbeauty,this rancherisalifestyle choice.Don’tmissthe chancetoseize yourdreamhomeonuplanddrive -whereparadise awaits!

Embrace waterfrontlivinginthisupdated2BR/2BAcondonestledintheexclusive TsatsuShores development,featuringstunningsouthwest-facingsunsetviews.Enjoymoderncomfort,privacy,and easyaccesstotheferry,shops,andhighway.Thisspotlessunitcomeswith 2parkingspots,offering convenienceandtranquility.A truelifestyleupgrade awaits.

TheGeorgiais aqualitybuilt4-year-oldpetfriendlyapartmentlocatedintheheartofLangley.This 2beds/2bathsplusinsidestorageunitfeatures a9feetcelling,granitecounters,A/Cinmasterbedroom, openconceptlivingandqualityfinishingthroughout.EquippedwithanexerciseCenter,2parking stallsplusstoragelocker,andamplestreetparking.Centrallocation,closetoKwantlenUniversity, shopping,dining,andthefutureSurreyLangleySkytrain.Greatopportunitytolive orinvestin!

$868,000

OpenHouseSunday12-2

210 –1300HunterRd.

HunterGreen!Spaciousandbright1340sq.ft.cornersuitewith a180panoramicview overlooking the17thfairway ofBeachGrove GolfCourse. This 2bed/2bathImmaculatelykeptunithasan updatedkitchen,newinteriorpaint,largeprimarybedroom,in-suitestorageandshowsbeautifully! Hugewraparounddecktoentertaininstyle.Stepstoshopping,transit,recreation,andallamenities. Perfectfordownsizers whoenjoygolfcourseviewsandliving walkingdistancetotowncenter amenities.Quickpossession available.Looknofurther,thisisfor you!

$2,088,000

DiscoverluxurylivinginImperialVillagewiththisstunning 6bedroom, 4bathhome,boastingmain floor livingandanexquisitecoveredpatioperfectforentertaining. Withanupdatedexteriorin2020 featuringnewwindowsandfascia,thispropertycombinesmodernstreetappealwithpracticality.Enjoya spacious3389sqftlayout, achef’sdreamkitchen,and asereneoutdooroasis,allnestledin asought-after neighborhoodclosetotopamenitiessuchasthegolfcourse,shopping,andrestaurants. Thismeticulously caredforhomeoffersanunmatchedlifestyleopportunity.Seizethe chancetomakeit yours!

“Attention2ndhome owners!If you’ve beenthinkingaboutselling your vacationor rentalhome,actnow andclosebeforeJune25,2024and

517157THSTREET $1,299,000

ATTENTION!Buildersand1sttimebuyersto agreatopportunity inthissolidgoodbones 2bedroomandden(was 3bedrooms) rancherongoodsized72 X96lot.SomeTLCwillgo alongway hereinthissmartlittlerancherwithgood floor plan thatoffers a 3footcrawlspace,95%efficientfurnace, replacedhotwater tank, allkindsofparking +RVonhugedrivewayandloadsofpotentialfor the1sttimebuyerorevendownsizing.Greatcentral WestLadner locationtoallamenitiesandimmediatepossessionisavailable.

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WESTHAMISLANDLIVING!

2584WESTHAMISLANDROAD$3,900,000

WESTHAMISLAND!Countrylivingatitsfinestandjust a10minutedriveto thehustle&bustleofthebusyworld.This3.19acreparceloffers aprideof ownership,wellmaintained1479sq.ft. 3bedroomrancherwithgoodsized roomsthroughout,hugegardenarea, anicestorageshedand alandscape youcan’tput apriceon...absolutelybeautiful!DeltaMunicipalityindicates thatonecanbuild a3,552sq.ft.homeandanaddition1,937sq.ft.home idealfortheextendedfamily!Beoneofthefewpeoplethatgettoenjoy thespeciallifestyleofbeingoutinthebooniesyetmomentsfromsuburbia andalltheothergreatamenitiesthatDeltahastooffer!

COUNTRYLIVINGCLOSETOEVERYTHING

297553RDSTREET

$5,575,000

Liveinthecountry 5minutesfromeverythingonthis17.34acresquareparcel withhuge roadfrontageand roughedinseconddrivewayentrancewhich features acozy 4bedroomEnglishstylehomewith 4yearold roof,exterior paint &carpets, a5stallbarn,hayfield,and agenerouspastureareathat hasbeenanequestrianfacilityfordecades.Thepropertyislocatedbetween Ladnerand Tsawwassenmakingit ashortdriveto TsawwassenMillsMail, BCFerries,TFNIndustrialParkand30minutesfrom Vancouver.Theproperty holdsgreatinvestmentpotentialwithfutureportexpansionandsidesonto 2 BCRailpropertiesclosetotherailway.CallL/Sforfurtherinformation.

RANCHERONTHEGOLF COURSE

1014EDENCRESCENT$2,200,000

Custombuiltcraftsmanoneownerrancherwithbasementbacking ontoBeachGrovegolfcourseis fiveminutesfromowncenteryet offersamazingtranquility.Thisqualitybuilthomeoffershotwater heat,beautifuloak floors,vaultedceilingsandsweepingviewsonto thefairwaytoenjoyfromthemassivewrap-rounddeck.Thehuge 11,582sq.ft.manicuredlotalsooffers abonus,677sq.ft.shop idealforwhateverprojectisonthebrew

QUIETSTREET

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20ACRES,2 HOMES& AMAZINGBARN

4774104THSTREET$6,250,000

Prime20.25acreparcelwith 2homesand a8400sq. ft.barnoffers futuredriveway accessoffofHornbyDriveideal forlargetrucksislocatedonthequietsectionof 104thclosetoBoundaryBayandprivatememberairstrip.All 3buildingsonthis propertywerebuiltin1972whichincludes asprawling3,162sq.ft. 4bedroom rancherw/30carcementdrivewaywassubstantially renovatedin1987andthe roof replaced12yearsago.The2ndhomeis a3bedroomrancher(ideal futurebuilding site)andthespectacularbarnwasusedfromday 1tobreedracehorsesuntil 9years agoistruly a1stclassfacilitycompletewithsteel roofandcladding. Animpeccable propertythatcouldlenditselfeasilytootherfarminguseswithgoodirrigationnearby

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ESTATESIZEDLOT!

1100WILMINGTONDRIVE$1,829,000

Amazing16,071sq.ft.lotwithwellmaintained 2levelin soughtafterlocationincentral Tsawwassen.Thehomeoffers 5bedroomswith acomfortableplan, a5yearold roof,hardwood floorsand alittleupdatingwillgo alongwayhere.Thehuge backyardallowsfor afutureingroundpool, asportsfacilityor abigshopfortheautoenthusiast.Deltaindicates afuturemax buildingenvelopeof8,734sq.ft.withbasement50%below gradeidealforthelargefamilyand a15minutewalktoschools andmostlocalamenities. JUSTLISTED! MLSR2875251360”TOUR

th eh eartofour busi ness ispeople.

|4Bath |2526Sq.ft

Noif’s,and’sorputts,thistee-utiful WestexposedTSAWWASSENSPRINGS 4Bed +flex, 4bath,2526sq.ftsinglefamilydetached homeformspartofthenewest &finalphaseofthisdistinguished &well recognizedcommunityknownforebuildinghighqualityhomes. Enjoyyourmorningclubofcoffeewhileyougazeoverthe7thteebox &greenspaceasparastheeyecansee.Openconceptliving incl’ssecondprimaryw/ensuiteonthemainfloor &themainprimaryw/ensuite +aprivatebalconyonthesecondlevelalongw/ 2other bedrooms &amassiveflexspace.Featuresinclude agourmetkitchen,radiantinfloorheat,engineeredhardwoodfloors, 2cargarage+ golfcartparking,enlargeddriveway &anun-fore-gettablebackyardwithanundercoverarea +extendedpatio.Golfforth &prosper!

$1,988,000

Tsawwassen 1623 Duncandrive 3Bed+Den |3Bath |2436Sq.ft

BEACHGROVEbrillianceisondisplayforthefirsttimewiththisarchitecturalmasterpiece,locally &affectionatelyknownasthe “PianoHouse”.This 3Bed +Den, 3Bathhomewascreatedwithpurpose,emotion,movement &celebrates amomentintimewhere beautymeetssimplicity.ItisaninnovativemeltingpotofJapanesemodernwithinfluencesofMid-Centurystyleandelementsof WestcoastContemporaryprovidingtheperfectbackdropfor agallery-likeatmospherethatseamlesslyembracesaspectsofmother natureassoonasyouenterthehome.NotablefeaturesincludeShouSugiBanexteriorsiding, atraditionalJapaneseGenkansunken entry,floortoceilingwindows,airconditioning, ahighenddesignerfixtures &lightingalongwith acentralcourtyardthatshowcases thenaturalbeautyofthelushexteriorgreenery.Thisentirehouseiscomplimentedbyanexpansive rooftopdeckexperiencethat offersunmatched&unobstructedviewsoftheocean,Mt.Baker &oneofthebestneighbourhoodsinallofsunny Tsawwassen.

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LADN ER 5623 GroveAvenue 3Bed |1Bath |1227Sq.ft DesirablepropertyononeofthebeststreetsinLADNER! 5623Grove Aveisa rectangular,Northfacing7276sqftlotthat contains a3Bed, 1Bath,1217sqft.rancherthatpayshomage tothegoodolddayswherenothingwasstrongerthana well builthouse.Overtheyearsthishomehasbeensowellkept& maintained,thatitshowslike aperfectlypreservedtimecapsule andis atestamenttoprideinownership.Locateda shortstroll toHawthornePark/Elementary,thehomeincludes anicely manicuredyard,anddetachedgarage/shopand afunctionalfloor plan.Anarrayofendlessopportunitiesare available,socontact theCityofDeltawith regardstotheiramended2024Official CommunityPlantounlockthisuniqueproperty’sfuture potential.

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Penthouse,cornerunitin Tsawwassen’sbeloved“SANDPIPER”! Aboutiquestyle55+condocomplexconstructedby renowned builder,CarlJensenw/viewsofBoundaryBay &theMountains. Oneofakind,expansive 2Bed +Den, 2Bathfloorplan,this suiteincl’s1928sqftofthoughtfullydesignedlivingspace highlightedbyqualityfinishings,vaultedceilings &skylights throughout.Thishomealsoftr’supdateds/sappliances,crown moulding &a gasfireplaceintheliving room.Massiveprimary Bedroomw/animpressivewalk-incloset &5pieceensuite. GreatsizedsecondBedroom +additional 3piecehallbath. Enormoussoutheastfacingcovereddeckwithskylightsforyearroundenjoymentthatincl’sagashookupforyourBBQandis locatedwithinstepstoeverythingin Tsawwassen’sTownCenter.

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JORDAN-KNOX,AllisonElizabeth

Itiswith greatsorrowandprofoundsadness that wesharethepassingofAllisonElizabethJordanKnoxonApril10,2024.Allisonwasborn November 20,1950,inKelowna,BC,the eldest offour children(Shelley,Teresa, and Stanley),grew upin Vancouver andmovedtoLadner in1987.Sheis survivedbyher husbandof53 years, David;her twosons,Quinn (Noelle) andMichael (Dana);and thelightsof herlife,her fourgrandchildren, Tyler, Alexa,AynsleyandCaitlin.

Allywasoneofthemost selfless individualsthatwe knew;her missioninlifewasto help those less fortunatethan herself, andthiswas exemplified by hernumerous volunteer roles. Over thepast3 decades, shewasanactiveparticipantatthe DowntownEastside Women’sShelter,Canuck Place,TheBoysandGirlsClubofLadner, CovenantHouse,DeltaHospitalAuxiliary(thrift store, hospital,andhospice) and helped withmeal prep forthehomeless withoneofthelocal churches. Allyalways enjoyedadventures through travel and recreationand,of course, washappiest whenspendingher timewith her grandchildren but alsofoundjoyintimespent withallchildren. She loved passingalong her knowledge, playingmusic, writingpoetry,and encouragingkindness, love, and thoughtfulness inthosearound her

While herrecenthealthpreventedher from volunteering tothesamedegreethese pastfew years,she never stoppedhelpingothers. Shewill beremembered fondlybyallthosewhose lives she touched, andwewillstriveto listen toothers withthesameempathyandcompassionthat Allisonshowedtoeveryoneshe interacted with overher days.In lieu offlowers, ourfamilyasksyou toconsider donatingtotheBoysandGirlsClubof Ladner ortoCanuckPlace, asbothorganizations heldan incredibly special placein herheart.Ifyou wouldliketo joinusin Celebrating herlife,please emailjknicole4@gmail.comfor furtherdetails.

NEUFELD, Wanda(neePenner) Wanda,Mom,Oma -ifsheheard,sheanswered tothemall.MomleftusonApril26,2024, surroundedbyfamilyandlovedones.Herlast days,whilenot easy,were filled withloveand compassion surrounded byfamily,friends, songs and prayers. We areallso grateful fortheloving andcaringstaffatthe Irene Thomas Hospice; your compassionwillnotbe forgotten.

Wanda Neufeld(neePenner) wasbornin1939in Adelsheim,Ukraine.Herearly lifewashard,and marked bymany tragedies suchas her family’s forced flightfromtheir homeandthelossof her sister and brother inthewar.Thesurvivingfamily members fledtoGermanywherethey lost their mother toTBshortly beforeemigrating to Paraguay.Heretheysettled for atime before she accepted Eduard Neufeld’shandinmarriageand joined himinCanadain1960.

Settling in Ladner,Edand Wanda raised 5kids. Alongwithmany commitments(cleaninghouses to help paybills),shehadmany other passions, suchas herinvolvement withthechurch where shesanginchoir.She oversaw allthingsinthe family homeon CrescentDrive,enjoying gardening, cooking,baking,and welcoming visitorsuntil almostthe veryend. She loved to travel tovisit her lovedones.

Mom leavesbehind Dad(Eduard),andfive children: Karl (Dena), Rose(Stan),Ingrid,Ingo,and Mark (Leigh).Her legacy also lives onin her 10 grandchildren and10(soon11) greatgrandchildren. Mom,yourstorywas varied,interesting and beautiful. Youleft uswith aroadmapofhowtolive and enjoylife, andweshallfollowthatmap.With greatsadness and heavyhearts wewillnowput yourbookonthe shelf. Your legacy willcontinuein allofus.

CelebrationofLifetobe held at2pm,May11that Cedar ParkChurch, located at530044th Avenue, Ladner

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BAU,SamuelSaiKwong

April27,1935 -April19,2024

Thismostfaith-filledstrongandcourageoussouljoinedhisparentsBau,Tze Zing,Kwan YauHingandhisbrotherMauriceinamorebeautifulplace He leavesonearthhiswifePatricia,theirthreesons;Stephen(Jayne),Ken,and Rob(Samantha)andhis threegranddaughters;Alexandria(Aaron),Emily (Brandon)andOlivia

MUIR,Joseph(Lloyd)

InlovingmemoryofJoseph(Lloyd)Muir, 86,of Tsawwassen,B.C.,whopassedaway onApril14th, surroundedbyhislovedones.Lloydwasbornon July28th,1937.Hewaspredeceasedbyhiswife Joan,parentsCarmondandMaisie,andbrothers RonandGerald.Lloydissurvivedbyhis devoted daughters,Heather(Rick),Jennifer(Nick),Suzanne (chosendaughterKathy),grandsonChris and sisterPhyllis(Bill).

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SamwasborninHongKong,China,in1935,andin 1965,afterobtaininghis medicaldegreeinSydney,Australia,hearrivedin Vancouver.Timely circumstancesledhimtobeacceptedintoSt.Paul’s Hospitalasanintern,later becoming aresident,markingthebeginningofhispersistentjourneyto becoming achildren’sdoctor.ItwasatSt.Paul’sHospitalwherehemethis wife,Patricia, afirst-yearstudentnurse.Theymarriedin 1967andsettledinto theirhomein Tsawwassen,whichtheycherishedtogetherfor56years.

HismostsignificantyearoftrainingtookplaceattheHospitalforSickKids in Toronto,wherehewas aClinicalResearchFellow.Undertheleadership(Dr HenryLevison)theypresented amedicalpaperthatsignificantlyimprovedthe livesofchildrenwithcysticfibrosis.In1972,Samopenedhispracticeand daycarecenterin TsawwassenshortlyafterSampassedhisPediatric Fellowshipexamandbecame apediatrician.Hisdedicationtohelpingfamilies withtheirchildrenwasunwavering.

AdevoutChristian,Samwasalso afullgospelbusinessmanwhosharedhisfaith inJesusChristwithmanythroughouthislife,alongsidecountless faithfu servantsof theLord.Heinvestedinhisfamily,hischurches,andmanyothers hehelddear.Additional y, Samestablishedanequestriancentreand a children’sChristianCampinNanooseBayon VancouverIsland,leavingbehind a legacyoffaithandcompassion.

Samhasalwayssaid,“Ihavebeensoblessed.”Hepassedawaypeacefullyat home,surroundedbyhiswifeandsixfriends,singingpraisestoGod.

ThefamilywouldliketothankFraserHealth PalliativeCareNurses,HomeCare SupportandHearttoHeartHomeCareforalltheirwonderfulsupport.

ACelebrationof Lifewillbeheldat RichmondEmmanuelChurch Saturday,May11,2024at 11:00 AM 7451Elmbridge Way,Richmond,BC

Inlieuofflowers,donationscanbemadeto NightShiftMinistries nfo@nightshiftministries.org 604-953-1114, 1065KingGeorgeBlvd,Surrey,BCV3T2X6

HestudiedatMountAllisonUniversity,majoringin EnglishandHistory, andworkedrailwayinthe summersacrossCanada.Aftergraduation,he startedhiscareerasCuratoroftheSaintJohn Museum.Herealizedteachingwashiscallingand taughtandheldprincipalrolesthroughoutCanada. Hewasanaccomplishedwriter, authoringfor severalyears, afamilycolumnintheHalifaxHerald. Aself-describedgypsy,helivedinNS,NB,QC., ON.,AB.,andBC.Inretirement,hetravelledin ChinaandEurope.Hewasa lifetimelearnerand enjoyed TaiChiandpainting,andtookwriting, singingandpianolessonsinhis80’s.Hewas activeandestablishedmanyfriendships in Tsawwassen,hishomeforthesepast10years.He taughtustheimportanceofbeingpresent, spendingtimeinnature,andkeepingcurrentwith internationalnewsandpolitics.Hehad agreat senseofhumour,a warmsmileand akindword foranyonefortunatetospendtimewithhim.He wasimmenselyproudofhisfamilyandhadgreat affectionforhisdaughters.Thefamilyisgratefulfor thecareprovidedby Doctors’Shaw,Constantine, MartinandthestaffatViewMedicalandforthe kindnessshownbystaffattheDeltaandRC Hospitals

FuneralServicewillbeheldon Saturday,May4th,2024,at11:00amat AllSaints’ChurchLadner;4755Arthur Drive;Delta, InmemoryofLloyd,donationscanbemadeto a charityofyourchoice.

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