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Ensuring that sport is a safe space for all IAN JACQUES

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It’s about creating save spaces, inclusion and a welcoming environment when it comes to sport.

On Monday, Delta MP Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Sport and Physical Activity, announced the creation of the Future of Sport in Canada Commission.

The commission will undertake an independent and forward-looking review of Canada’s sport system. Over the course of 18 months, the commission will engage and seek input from a broad array of stakeholders, including survivors and victims of maltreatment in sport, to bring to light lived experiences, support healing and engage on how to improve the sport system in Canada. This process will be trauma-informed, survivorcentred, and human rightsbased.

While the commission conducts its review, the Government of Canada will move forward with additional immediate actions to address maltreatment in the sport system.

“Canadians expect and deserve a sport system that is safe, inclusive and welcoming,” said Qualtrough in a news release.

“The actions announced are important steps forward in realizing a safe sport experience for all athletes and participants. Through the Future of Sport in Canada Commission’s independent review, we will continue learning from the lived experiences of victims and survivors while supporting healing and improving our sport system. Together with the complementary actions and a human rights-based approach, we will build a sport system that is safe and responsible and reflects our values of equality, fairness, and inclusion.”

Improving Canada’s independent third-party mechanism In 2022, the Abuse-Free Sport Program and the independent Office of the Sport Integrity Commissioner were established.

To ensure greater independence, the government will begin to transition the Office of the Sport Integrity Commissioner and the Abuse-

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Delta MP Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Sport and Physical Activity, announced the creation of the Future of Sport in Canada Commission during a press conference in Ottawa on Monday.

Free Sport Program out of the Sport Dispute Resolution Centre of Canada.

Athletes at the centre of decision-making Government program and policy decision making will be strengthened through direct engagement with athletes to learn from their lived experiences. To ensure that

athletes are at the centre of decision making, the previously announced Sport Canada Athlete Advisory Committee will be elevated to a Ministerial Athlete Advisory Committee.

On Jan. 10, 2024, Qualtrough will re-open the call for applications for athletes who are interested in participating in this advisory committee.

Greater accountability Going forward, accountability will be integrated into all aspects of funding to national and multi-sport organizations through a new approach to funding. A modernized funding framework will include strengthened accountability measures and more streamlined, risk-based compliance.

Sport Integrity Framework The Government of Canada will develop a Sport Integrity Framework for Canada, which will consolidate all sport integrity policy and make it easily accessible for athletes, coaches, officials, administrators, and parents.

International leadership on safe sport and human rights As safe sport issues continue emerging around the world, Canada is engaging with international partners on how to collectively advance safeguarding through human rights in sport. Qualtrough will create an International Workgroup on Integrity in Sport to continue to work together to share best practices and lessons learned on human rights protection in sport.

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B.C. mayors object to unpoliced ports as fentanyl crisis endures GRAEME WOOD

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As B.C.’s illicit drug market continues to kill close to seven people daily, B.C. mayors are calling on senior governments to re-establish a police force at Canada’s Pacific ports, to start screening cargo containers and stamp out organized criminals suspected of operating at terminals.

Metro Vancouver mayors agreed on Nov. 24 to write to the provincial and federal governments to request a response to the fact B.C. ports not only have no dedicated police presence, but they also have little federal law enforcement oversight. This, the mayors say, leads to a free flow of contraband, to say nothing of the human trafficking and trade-based money laundering potential.

Leading the push has been Delta Mayor George Harvie, who is the Metro Vancouver regional government chair.

Harvie believes there’s a direct line between a lack of port police and the province being among, if not the worst jurisdictions in North America for illicit drug overdoses due to fentanyl, whose

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Delta Mayor George Harvie, Delta Police Chief Neil Dubord, Former RCMP Deputy Commissioner Peter German and Delta Police officer Jim Ingram are united in the belief Canada’s federal government needs to establish a dedicated police presence in B.C. ports.

source chemicals are largely imported from China, according to U.S. officials.

“So here we are talking about a fentanyl crisis and everything that the provincial government is trying to do, yet the federal government is ignoring the fact that it’s an open season for the cartels and others to take advantage of lack of policing at the port to have their products put through and then supplied through the Lower Mainland and throughout the country,” said Harvie.

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The City of Delta oversees basic policing of Deltaport, which is set to double on Roberts Bank. That is where Glacier Media met with Harvie, Delta Police Chief Neil Dubord, Delta Police officer Jim Ingram and former RCMP deputy commissioner Peter German who has recently published the report Policing our Ports, on Harvie’s request.

To put matters in perspective, the Port of Seattle, which handles a nearly identical amount of cargo as Port Metro Vancouver, has 103 dedicated officers and 50 support employees, who may also be assisted by municipal, state and other federal entities, German’s report notes.

And in Vancouver?

“Nobody’s got boats here,” said German.

It is difficult, said German, to readily ascertain who is doing what in Vancouver, after the federal government axed the Ports Canada Police in 1997 at a time when the ports underwent quasiprivatization.

Port Metro Vancouver discontinued its financial contribution to the RCMPled Waterfront Joint Forces Operation (WJFO) in 2015 and pursued a policy

of improving security, with the likes of fencing and CCTV cameras, to deter theft. This is because, as the port states, its mandate is only to be accountable to its tenants, whose customers are large international shipping companies, including the likes of state-owned enterprises from the People’s Republic of China (PRC).

German said checking some containers, perhaps one in 100, is the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), but they don’t investigate the source of contraband; rather they direct it to RCMP. And with no dedicated force, German says investigations are falling by the wayside.

Public Safety Canada told Glacier Media via a statement that, “investigating criminal activity on Canadian soil is led by police of local jurisdiction across the country.

“The law enforcement agencies that form part of the Public Safety portfolio, including the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and the Canada Border Services Agency, provide additional support specific to their area of influence, in a joint effort to disrupt criminal activity,” added the agency, which did not indicate the staff levels at WFJO.

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City council gives final approval to Dunbar Lumber condo plan SANDOR GYARMATI

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Delta council on Monday granted final approval for a major redevelopment application in Ladner Village.

The Dunbar Lumber site at the corner of Bridge and Elliott streets will be redeveloped into a six-storey, mixed-use project with 128 residential units. The project includes 15,048-square-feet of commercial area on the ground level and 218 parking spaces accessed from the lane.

Staff noted that the owner has completed all the requirements for final adoption including entering into required covenants and agreements and paying the required deposits and fees.

The only council member to continue to vote in opposition was Alicia Guichon, who had earlier requested a public hearing despite the application not requiring an Official Community Plan (OCP) amendment.

The development drew heated debate in the community with some residents opposed to the height and density, also arguing the development is not in keeping with the heritage and feel of the village. Others in support argued for the need to create more housing options and revitalizing the area that’s seen little change over the years.

When council granted preliminary approval this spring, Mayor George Harvie said the village, with its shabby buildings and lack of people, is in a state of decline.

He also said he has been concerned about the state of the area for more than two decades, going back to his role as city manager.

As far as when the Dunbar Lumber buildings will face the wrecking ball, the owner has advised that the business has a lease for the site until summer 2024. The city will consider issuing a temporary use permit for the business to continue the operation there for up to one year.

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Major donation supports new Beedie Long-Term Care Centre

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Pictured left to right; Lisa Hoglund from the Delta Hospital Community Health Foundation, Mary Ann Burrows and Harlow Burrows from the Harlow and Mary Ann Burrows Foundation, and Jodi Stokes from the Delta Hospital Community Health Foundation.

The Harlow and Mary Ann Burrows Foundation has donated $250,000 to Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation’s (DHCH Foundation) ‘Coming Home’ campaign to build a new long-term care community at the Delta Hospital Campus of Care.

“We are extremely grateful for The Harlow and Mary Ann Burrows Foundation’s philanthropic generosity,” said Lisa Hoglund, executivedirector of the DHCH Foundation in a news release. “Harlow and Mary Ann continually support the most urgent needs at our hospital, and we are truly honoured.”

The Harlow and Mary Ann Burrows Foundation is dedicated to supporting the Delta community

in the areas of education, health care, and social welfare initiatives. Their commitment to fostering positive change and promoting social justice, mental health, creativity, and wellness makes their foundation a driving force in creating a brighter future for those in need.

Owned and operated by Fraser Health Authority, the new 200bed, long-term care community will replace the 92 beds at Delta Hospital’s current facility, Mountain View Manor.

The new facility will be named Beedie Long Term-Care Centre, which will include social and recreational spaces found in a typical home, such as a living room, dining room, activity space and access to the outdoors. In addition,

the project will add a 32-space adult day program. An innovative, stand-alone 49-space child daycare facility will also be constructed and create opportunities for intergenerational programming with long term care residents.

This new care community model takes lessons learned during COVID19 into account with designs using the new best practice infection control standards and improves pandemic resiliency while being culturally sensitive to serve a diverse population.

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Delta utility bill sees big jump SANDOR GYARMATI

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Council has approved another increase for homeowners’ annual utility bill, the biggest increase in recent years.

The increase to the 2024 flat rate utility bill is $95, or 7.5 per cent, from $1,262, for a single-family home in 2023, to $1,357 next year.

The water component is up $25, while sewer is up $61 and solid waste by $9.

The utility increase is in addition to the 7.75 per cent property tax increase approved by council.

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by Delta from Metro Vancouver’s Greater Vancouver Water District (GVWD).

A staff report notes the city’s 2024 net water

budget is $35.7 million, a 7.9 per cent increase over 2023, and bulk water purchases from GVWD account for approximately 6.6 per cent of Delta’s water budget.

Delta’s 2024 cost for purchasing water from Metro Vancouver is estimated to increase by approximately $1.8 million, or 8.2 per cent.

The city’s 2024 net water operations budget and capital contribution, excluding Metro Vancouver, are expected to increase as well, by about $800,000, or 7.1 per cent, compared to 2023.

The report notes it is mainly due to increases for contractual obligations, inflationary cost pressures and aging infrastructure renewal, as well as upgrades required to support future densification.

Meanwhile, Delta’s 2024 sewer utility budget is $22.4 million, a 14.3 per cent increase over 2023.

Delta’s regional sewer levy increase is approximately $2.2 million, or 21.8 per cent, an increase due to major waste water treatment plant upgrades planned for the region.

The city’s 2024 net sewer operations budget and capital contribution, excluding Metro Vancouver, is expected to increase by approximately $600,000, or 6.3 per cent, over 2023.

The report notes that is also mainly due to increases for contractual cost, inflationary cost pressures and aging infrastructure renewal, as well as upgrades required to support future densification.

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hat should be a joyous time of the year for us as we shop for gifts, decorate our Christmas trees and plan for our holiday meals, is also a joyous time of the year for the Grinches out there who prey on the most vulnerable.

Christmas time is for giving, but it’s also a time to be extra vigilant as this is the season of the scam artists.

Last week, the Better Business Bureau released its naughty list of the top 12 scams this Christmas.

Some on the list most will easily recognize as they are common, while others, not so much.

Here is the list: *Misleading social media ads – always research before you buy and if it looks like a deal too good to be true, it most likely is. *Social media gift exchanges *Holiday apps *Fake texts that say you’ve been hacked *Phishing emails promising free gift cards *Employment scams offering temp holiday jobs *Phony emails with links that trick you into downloading malware and sharing your information *Fake charities. Again, do your research before supporting any charity. *Online shopping. Don’t get taken in by fake shipping notifications, which are in fact a form of phishing emails. *Advent calendar scams on social media. *Counterfeit gifts on social media sites *Puppy scams on social media sites.

It’s sad that at anytime of the year we must be issuing warnings like this, but it’s even sadder at Christmas time.

So, don’t be taken for a ride this holiday season. Be diligent with your purchases, your online activity and be wary of groups asking for help.

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Feeling the pinch at Christmas

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ith only 10 more sleeps until the arrival of the big guy, most people are methodically preparing, or not, for the big day.

If you are like me, you have a reasonable handle on these preparations, but realize that there will be upcoming chaos in the days ahead.

Christmas time, despite its implied message of peace and goodwill toward men, is a stressful time for many reasons.

Depending on your socio-economic status, the stresses can be felt in different ways.

Although Canada is, for the most part, a food-secure nation, there are many within our communities who have difficulty in providing food for their families. Statistics Canada notes that, in 2022, 18 per cent of Canadian families reported experiencing food insecurity in the past 12 months, up from 16 per cent in 2021.

A few days ago, Canada’s

Community Comment MIKE SCHNEIDER

Food Price Report noted that the cost of food will continue to rise in 2024, although at a lesser rate than the past couple of years. The use of food banks by Canadians is at an all-time high and at this time of year, they are at a critical crossroads in attempting to provide food and comfort for families in need and that are “feeling the pinch.”

If you are in the minority and are uber wealthy, you probably are immune to any sense of what a “pinch” might be. If you

are wealthy and lucky enough to coast through life without much financial stress, you may feel some of the pinch, such as was recently overheard from two ladies at a Thrifty Foods checkout the other day - “we are feeling the pinch and will only be able to stay in Maui for two weeks this season.”

Every social class has its degree of “pinchedness” and makes its best effort to adjust appropriately during the holidays.

For people who must make a monthly choice between paying for food or shelter, feeling the pinch can be a traumatically debilitating experience. Please consider helping the very many that are in need right here in our own community this season.

Merry Christmas!

Mike Schneider is founder of Project Pickle and likes to write about growing, cooking and eating food. He is a Jamie Oliver Food Revolution ambassador.

December 14, 2023 The Delta Optimist A9

Letters

WINDOW AND GUTTER CLEANING

More fiscal restraint needed Editor: The last couple of years have been interesting to me as we witness and participate in “the great inflate.”

What’s been particularly interesting is the degree in which various players including we, the public, are responsible for inflation.

My family was part of the consumer spending portion of the equation, due largely to boredom

and an inability to spend the way we used to.

This year . . . my family has curbed spending and increased our savings.

However, we’re just one family in Delta.

Where do our levels of government land on inflation culpability?

The City of Delta, with a budget of $450 million for next year, including $85 million in new capital projects, carries far more responsibility, for

the reason our income does not stretch as far as it used to than my family does in a macro-sense.

This 7.5 per cent tax hike does nothing but perpetuate the inflationary cycle and is grossly irresponsible in my opinion.

It is time for the city, Metro Vancouver, the provincial and federal governments to lead by showing fiscal restraint to fight inflation.

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Playing the density game

Editor: I see in the Nov. 30th edition of the Optimist that Tsawwassen will be falling victim to the “Vancouver Disease,” by allowing high rise condos -- a profit windfall for land speculators and land developers, a tax windfall for the city, but a fiasco for those looking

for affordable housing.

This is the density game: commercial and residential land are upzoned to allow higher densities; affordable accommodations are torn down or renovated, leading to renovictions.

As property values increase, so do taxes; traffic congestion and

those who cannot afford the higher rents are left to the squalor of the streets or tent cities. By playing the density game, Delta council will set in motion higher taxes, more homelessness, and general dystopia by the young who can’t afford to live in the community they grew up in.

D. M. Johnston

It’s a question of balance Editor: While there is a need for more affordable housing options, I hope our city council proceeds with caution and balances these builds with

adequate infrastructure.

I know people are upset about the newest property tax increase, but how much more upset will they be if they cannot even get a placement for

their child in their catchment?

How much more stress will there be on all city services, not to mention the hospital?

Tracey McConnell

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Town Centre plan can be better Editor: Although I agree with much of Kevin McDonald’s letter in the Dec. 7th edition of the Optimist, I need to point out some observation on the current proposal.

First, the proposal is much higher and denser than anything seen to date, and anything discussed in the open houses Century initiated. In the last such open house, height was not even on the table and in the previous open houses, the predominant sentiment certainly did not anticipate this result.

The rendering and the

scheme presented, in my opinion, shows little innovation and a surprisingly troubling building character for a redefinition of our town centre.

The towers are simply not intriguing or attractive.

Currently, Tsawwassen downtown is a 1960s strip shopping centre.

Too much of the new scheme - especially on the crucial exposures on 56th Street and 12th Avenue - remains exactly that. It’s really two (conflicted) schemes, separated by the high street, one with considerable merit and the other less so. The

pedestrian environment along the crucial corner and the bulk of the edges is neither conducive to safety nor enjoyment, except in front of the library. For reference, simply walk along 56th Street today and what you see is what we get.

I know Century can do better. It often has, but this project is not currently the vision Tsawwassen needs.

I support both significant height and density on this site, and as a statement of intent this is very clear, but Century simply must do better.

Peter Dandyk

Do we want this for the future?

Editor: In response to Kevin McDonald’s letter (Optimist, Dec. 7), I guess what Mr. McDonald really means is that it’s time for “Sunny Tsawwassen” to be the privilege of residents who can afford to live on “typical lot sizes in cherished singlefamily neighbourhoods.”

Those who cannot afford such luxuries will be relegated to “Shady Tsawwassen.”

There is no doubt that the community of Tsawwassen should accept its fair share of densification.

We, as residents, are going to have to embrace this to help mitigate the B.C. housing crisis.

That does not mean current residents in the immediate area of the town centre should shoulder the overwhelming densification that the current Century Group plan proposes.

I am not opposed to the redevelopment of the Tsawwassen Town Centre mall. A well-thought-out plan with mixed use commercial and residential units, including integrated green spaces and affordable housing options, would be an improvement.

However, the densification proposed

by Century Group would put huge pressure on our infrastructure.

Mr. McDonald’s not-in-my-backyard attitude is not the answer to our hous-

. . . densification proposed . . . would put huge pressure on our infrastructure D. DUNCAN

ing crisis. Inevitably, older homes built on half-acre lots in these neighbourhoods, should be replaced with townhouses or multiple single-family homes with coach houses or suites.

This is the densification that we also need to embrace.

Mr. McDonald would like to see his “cherished single-family neighbourhoods” with large lot sizes remain unchanged, and I certainly cannot blame him for this. I would also like my cherished multi-family neighbourhood, with its four-storey buildings and views of trees and skyline, to retain its character.

Should we aspire to be like downtown Vancouver, where towers block out sunlight, views of your neighbour’s walls are commonplace, and constant traffic congestion is a thing to be tolerated?

Is this the future we really want for Tsawwassen 20 years down the road?

D. Duncan

December 14, 2023 The Delta Optimist A11

Letters

Where are these new doctors?

Editor: Re: New family doctors (Optimist, Nov. 30) I’d like to know where the so-called new doctors are.

I had been a client of one of the clinics in Ladner, as a private patient, until my doctor retired. Then my file was given to another doctor, until he quit.

Then I thought that my file was taken over by yet another doctor, who subsequently quit. Another doctor I saw there quit as well.

Now I’m considered a walk-in patient, even though I’ve been at this

Ladner clinic for nearly 20 years.

I don’t have a physician now since the two medical walk-in clinics in Ladner have closed to walk-in patients.

As a senior and stroke survivor with medical issues, I am left without a family physician.

I probably am not the only one waiting for a doctor even though I signed up on Fetch months ago. The Tsawwassen Medical Clinic near where I live is not taking on new patients either.

We need more doctors in South Delta now for the people already living here.

Rosemarie Hurst

No infrastructure for growth Editor: Having just seen the proposed plan for Tsawwassen Town Centre I am left with an obvious question … is this what the people of Tsawwassen really want, 23-, 21-, 19- and 17-storey blocks placed in the middle?

A similar plan was submitted, rejected, and told to come back with a new plan.

This looks remarkably

like the first which turned Tsawwassen into a miniRichmond. Also, I notice in this plan there is no talk of the infrastructure to cover all these people.

Where are the doctors and schools to administer to the new influx?

We voted for our council to look after our interests and judging by the Hunter Road proposal they do not listen.

The developers have

only one interest in mind and that is profit. The higher they build, the more profit they make.

Century Group wanted input from the people of Tsawwassen and I am sure there was not one that said, “A 23-storey high tower block would be nice.”

I agree the Centre does need updating, but not to the detriment of losing its identity.

Ivor Hewitt

Start in your own house first Editor: In the last several months, the provincial government has raised the housing crises to a number one priority.

A tool used by them is to create the illusion that municipal governments are part of the problem by holding up development applications through layers of red tape. Somehow, it’s the lower level of bureaucracy’s fault that development applications are been held up.

Well, one of Delta’s

prominent developers started the process of applying to increase the size of an already approved and started housing complex in 2017.

This additional expansion would encompass a small, unused portion of land that is in the Agricultural Land Reserve, farmland that has not been farmed in decades, if ever, and is considered by agrologist to be of low-quality.

The new application would include a variety of housing types, exactly

what the provincial government is pushing municipalities to build.

This application has been approved by Delta council several times, and again just recently.

But guess what? It’s Mr. Eby’s very own bureaucratic department holding up this building process. I strongly suggest to Mr. Eby to walk down the hall and have a quiet conversation to the ALC and tell them they are an embarrassment to his government.

Bruce White

Help give Delta seniors a home they deserve, close to home Coming Home Campaign donations made by Dec. 31 will bring a 2023 tax receipt

Married for more than 70 years, Delta’s Lloyd and Kae Jones shared both a deep love for their community and the belief that Delta deserved access to the best healthcare that was also easily accessible.

The two gave back every chance they had, volunteering and donating annually for 22 years to Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation. And when the two were spending their final days together at Mountain View Manor in Delta, son Neil was grateful to have them just minutes away.

“Being able to visit your loved one in your own community, to see them receiving such excellent care and know that they are safe, that is so comforting,” he says.

Today, as the number of Delta’s older adults is poised to soar, the community aims to welcome the next step in senior care.

Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation is partnering with Fraser Health to deliver a new, state-of-the-art, 200-bed, long-term care community for Delta’s seniors – the hospital’s largest infrastructure investment since 1980.

“Mountain View Manor, our current long-term care facility, is filled with dedicated staff who go above and beyond for our loved ones. However, this facility was built 45 years ago and in that time, the model for long term care has evolved. We need to meet that change,” says Foundation Executive Director Lisa Hoglund.

Thanks to the foundation’s Coming Home campaign, and the community’s generosity, the new residence will embrace resident and family-centred care principles, implementing best practices and innovative care models from around the world.

“This innovative, new long-term care home will be a place for purposeful living. A place that honours every story. A place that keeps our loved ones in our community, close to us. A place that truly feels like coming home,” Hoglund says.

Invest in care for Delta’s seniors today As Lloyd and Kae understood, none of this is possible without the support of a generous community.

Your gift will help build a welcoming, comfortable and dignified community Delta seniors can call home, including: • A private room for each resident, in a ‘household’ of 12 to 13 others.

• Dedicated social and recreational spaces, as well as outdoor areas to enjoy nature and fresh air.

• Community spaces and services for residents, families, visitors and staff.

• An adult day program that offers care, social connection and activities to seniors still living at home, while providing respite for their caregivers.

Give the gift of modern, close-to-home senior care this holiday and help build a new, state-of-the-art home for Delta’s seniors. Remember to give by Dec. 31 to get your 2023 tax receipt. https://dhchfoundation.ca/holidaywishlist

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Council approves Four Winds Brewery pub

City staff say the application is in keeping with the OCP policies of the Southlands Village designation SANDOR GYARMATI

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Delta council last week endorsed an application for a new brew pub with a limited beer manufacturing area and an outdoor patio at the Southlands Village.

The liquor primary licence application has been forwarded to the Provincial Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch (LCRB) where approval is also required.

Four Winds Restaurant and Brewery is requesting a new liquor primary

licence at 6350 Market Ave., occupying an 8,454-square-foot building. It would include a 2,680-square-foot interior service space, a 1,914-square-foot beer manufacturing area and a 1,094-square-foot patio.

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A staff report notes the applicant has proposed an occupancy of 146 indoor patrons and 82 outdoor patrons for a total of 228. The applicant is also requesting hours of liquor service from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Sunday to Wednesday, and 9 a.m. to 12 a.m., Thursday to Saturday.

“The proposed brew pub is in close proximity to existing and future commercial properties and residential housing.

Its location complements the Southlands Development, and the city does not anticipate any significant noise or community impacts that could not be mitigated through responsible business operations. The proposed liquor primary licence is consistent with the policies of the Official Community Plan’s Southlands Village land use designation,” the report explains.

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the market district of the Southlands development and intended for commercial use within close proximity to residential housing, the report adds.

While approval of some liquor licence applications has been delegated to city staff, new liquor primary licence applications have not been delegated and require council’s consideration.

In 2019, city council voted 4-3 to defeat a previous proposal by Four Winds and Century Group that would have seen a new brewery and eatery housed in a 30,000-square-foot building at the Tsawwassen development.

That larger proposal to build a craft brewery and 200-seat restaurant in the commercial component of the Southlands would have contained the brewing and bottling part of the operation, while the warehousing and distribution would have been handled at an industrial location elsewhere.

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Here is your list of Christmas holiday light displays IAN JACQUES

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The Optimist’s annual tradition of listing some of the best Christmas light displays in the community continues in 2023.

Below are submissions from residents as well as some others we have collected from others in the community. Thanks to everyone who submitted.

Merry Christmas!

Tsawwassen Paul and Sabrina Donohoe – 320 Rosehill Wynd. This display always impresses with their huge display of lights and inflatables.

Emmanuel Factor – 1044 English Bluff Rd. It took 10 full days from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day to put up this display.

This is the 19th year for Emmanuel to put up his display. He says it grows every year.

Benno and Corinne Bucher - 5875 Vardon Place in Beach Grove. “We have a Garden Christmas Train Display, “Bucherville” with a mountain and cable cars and a Swiss village, along with the North Pole and Santa’s workshop, a Victorian village and a wilderness area.

It has taken us 25 years to get to where the display is now. Benno is the engineer and works on the trains, tracks and cable cars. Corinne sources and arranges the houses and villages, and their neighbour Jennifer details the scenes with the characters, to make them come alive!”

Sina LePage emailed us and suggested 53A Street with lots of decorated houses.

Carleen Lewall emailed us and suggested the 5100 -block of Wallace Avenue, as looking very festive and nicely decorated.

Peter Dandyk emailed us and suggested the Rozmusses’ display at 5285

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Paul and Sabrina Donohoe’s display in Tsawwassen.

11th Ave. Dandyk says the display gets a little nicer each year. In addition to the lights, there are dozens of wooden, handcrafted and hand-painted Christmas figures, both traditional and humorous.

Diefenbaker Park. The Gift of Light presented by the Tsawwassen Rotary Club is always worth a visit.

Southlands. The lights at the Southlands are wonderful this year and several homes in the area have also got into the holiday spirit with their light displays.

Tsawwassen Springs. The 2023 Festival of Lights at Tsawwassen Springs The festival runs until Jan. 1, from 4 p.m. daily.

Realtor Brooke Alexander put together this list as submitted to her by area residents: 1600-block of Braid Road, 1400 Gillespie Rd., 476 Milsom Wynd, Camaro Drive and 1705 Spyglass Cres.

Ladner Steve and Michelle Shardlow - 5464 Maple Cres. “My wife and I have added a little bit each year to our display. We love the look of the lights and want to have a display that everyone enjoys, so we do it for our own love of decorating and to have a display everyone enjoys.”

Several residents on this street including Rose Easthom and Joyce D’Souza emailed us about Candy Cane Lane (55A Street). Christmas light displays have become a beloved tradition on this street. The inspiration is the love of Christmas and the joy and smiles the lights and decor bring to little kids in the neighborhood. It’s a perfect spot for a nice evening stroll enjoying some hot chocolate or perhaps capturing some family photos.

Evan Pighin - 4923 44B Ave. “It’s become an annual tradition for me to put up this light display for Christmas.

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It took me about four to five weeks to put all the lights up this year. I’ve added a flowing river with reindeer, and a 10-foot twinkling green Christmas tree with presents. Throughout the display there are more than 20,000 lights.”

John Kroeker - 6218 Dawn Drive.

“There are about 2,000 lights in total including about 1,000 lights wrapped around one of my trees. The lights are synchronized to music, which is broadcast on a low power FM transmitter at a frequency of 91.1 FM. This year, I have different playlists on odd and even days. Each playlist consists of seven songs. The duration of each playlist is on the order of 20 minutes. The playlists repeat continuously from sunset to 10:30 p.m. The display was setup over three days. I was inspired by a colleague who had a similar type of display on the North Shore, and I didn’t know of anyone doing something similar in our area, so I thought it would be fun to give it a try.”

Meiric and Kathy Preece - 5374 46th Ave. “Meiric puts up all the lights and decorations by himself. He starts in mid-November as it takes him many, many hours. He loves doing it not only for us to enjoy, but in hopes it will bring others joy.”

Delta Hospital and Mountain View Manor. Six Rotary Club of Ladner members, plus three friends of Rotary, have lit up Delta Hospital’s main entrance for the Christmas season along with the central Healing Garden off the main entrance and the entrance to Mountain View Manor.

Realtor Brooke Alexander put together this list as submitted to her by residents: 6199 45th Ave., 4686 62nd St., 5573 44th Ave., 5772 45th Ave., 5376 46th Ave., 5542 49th Ave. and 4858 57th St.

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The Red Door Housing Society has submitted a new application to the City of Delta to redevelop the Ladner Willows complex.

The proposal would see 146 units replace the existing complex.

Representatives with the society and others, including BC Housing and a communications firm, earlier this year made a pre-application presentation to council to go over the plan to redevelop the 40-unit low-income townhouse complex, located in the 5600-block of Ladner Trunk Road.

The new building would be five storeys including four storeys of residential units and one of above-grade parking.

Society executive director Bailey Mumford explained that they’ve made several changes to their organization including adding new members to their board with experience in affordable housing, changes in staffing at all levels including new, experienced property managers, as well as streamlining their internal processes to be more responsive.

He said they’ve “embraced a culture of continual improvement.”

A key change from a previous rezoning and Official Community Plan

amendment proposal is an increase to a building setback, resulting in the loss of four units from what had originally been proposed.

Emotions ran high at a public hearing in June 2022 for the previous application to redevelop the site into 150-unit nonmarket rental complex, a proposal that was unanimously rejected by council.

Council received several pieces of correspondence in opposition including a 238-name petition.

Most speakers at the hearing voiced opposition, with area residents saying they are not opposed to more non-market housing, but were concerned about the scale, density and impacts to their neighbourhood.

Also speaking in opposition were remaining tenants of the complex, complaining about the state of disrepair and neglect by management.

During council’s discussion following the hearing, then Coun. Jeannie Kanakos said Red Door Housing needed to come back to the drawing board, describing the situation as “embarrassing.”

Coun. Dylan Kruger agreed, saying it was clear more work is needed by Red Door Housing to rebuild trust. He also noted the city has a housing crisis, but suitable developments are needed for everyone.

Fraser Highway Distribution Line Relocation We’re working with the Surrey Langley SkyTrain Project to accommodate the extension of SkyTrain into Langley by making modifications to some of our existing power lines and structures along Fraser Highway between 140th Street and 203rd Street.

Our work begins this month and includes vegetation clearing and the relocation of our poles and power lines from the north side of Fraser Highway to the south side to align with the SkyTrain extension.

For more information, visit bchydro.com/skytrain.

For inquiries about the SkyTrain extension project, contact surreylangleyskytrain@gov.bc.ca.

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Vancouver Fraser Port Authority taps Peter Xotta as president and CEO CLAIRE WILSON

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Following a turbulent year of strikes and supply chain disruptions, the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority (VFPA) might soon find more stability under newly announced leadership.

The port authority is keeping things in-house, revealing longtime executive Peter Xotta is now serving as president and CEO as of Dec. 4.

The appointment is the culmination of a search for new leadership after former top leader Robin Silvester announced his departure earlier this year. Victor Pang had been serving as interim president and CEO during the search process.

Xotta previously served at the port authority as vice-president of operations and supply chain.

“It is my honour to lead an incredibly talented and dedicated team at the port author-

ity,” Xotta, who’s worked with the organization since 2007, said in a release.

“I have had the privilege of being part of our team’s work in growing Canada’s trade, facilitating the safe movement of goods through the port, while protecting the environment and bringing benefits to neighbouring communities. I look forward to continued collaboration with all levels of government, Indigenous groups, customers, tenants, transportation partners, labour and communities as we prepare for continued growth in Canadian trade.”

Xotta had previously taken the lead on business development and strategic projects as well as the organization’s port and supply chain optimization.

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Harvie re-elected as Metro board chair Delta Mayor George Harvie was recently once again selected by the Metro Vancouver Board of Directors as its chair.

First elected as chair in 2022, he was acclaimed this time around, with Anmore Mayor John McEwen acclaimed as vice-chair.

The regional district is governed by the 41-person board of directors made up of elected officials from each member jurisdiction.

Following the Nov. 24 acclamation, Harvie on social

media thanked his colleagues.

“Together we have achieved significant accomplishments for our growing region. I am honoured by your confidence & look forward to continuing working together to ensure strong and sustainable communities,” he said on X (Formerly Twitter).

Harvie was Delta’s longtime city manager and was first elected as mayor in 2018, and re-elected to another four-year term in 2022.

Metro Vancouver provides core utility services to 21

municipalities, Tsawwassen First Nation, and Electoral Area A, serving more than 2.8 million residents.

Services include drinking water, wastewater treatment, solid waste management, air quality regulation, planning for urban growth, managing a regional parks system and providing affordable housing.

Delta’s previous mayor who was chair of the Metro board was Lois Jackson, who held the position from 2006 to 2011.

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The United Churches of South Delta Invite You to Worship TSAWWASSEN UNITED CHURCH Sunday, Dec. 17 10 am: Traditional Worship Service Christmas Eve Dec. 24 10 am: Traditional Worship Service 7 pm: Carols and Lessons New Year’s Eve Day Dec. 31 10 am: Welcoming the New Year Worship Service Our worship services are in person and recorded then uploaded to YouTube. Please contact the office for any info: tuc@telus.net or 604-943-2911

LADNER UNITED CHURCH Sunday, Dec. 17 10 am: Advent 3 “JOY” Worship Service Christmas Eve Dec. 24 10 am: Traditional Worship Service 5 pm: Family Service with Estuary Church 7 pm: Traditional Worship Service New Year’s Eve Day Dec. 31 10 am: Regular Worship Service Worship services are online and in person. Please contact Ladner United Church office for Zoom worship info: office@ladnerunited.org 604-946-6254

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BC Dairy in December contributing $100,000 to BC Children’s Hospital PHIL MELNYCHUK

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Melissa Thibaudier knows the value of the BC Children’s Hospital and the life-saving work that goes on there everyday.

That’s why she’s happy

to lend her voice to BC Dairy’s December drive to help raise up to $200,000 for hospital.

BC Dairy is encouraging people to donate to the hospital by matching all donations this month, to a maximum

of $100,000. If that maximum amount is reached, that would result in a $200,000 contribution in a month.

“As a mother whose child was born premature at 30 weeks, we still frequent BC Children’s

Hospital for neonatal developmental assessments,” says Thibaudier, a third-generation farmer at Pickmick Dairy Farm, in Delta. “The exceptional work they do each day doesn’t go unnoticed. I am not only grateful to

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have had an incredible experience, but proud to be a part of a campaign that supports critical and complex care provided by Children’s Hospital.”

Thibaudier said her son Cam was born prematurely in April 2019 at Richmond Hospital.

Within hours, he was transferred to BC Children’s Hospital in Vancouver.

“And I’ll never forget … there were, I’m sure, 20 nurses and doctors waiting at Children’s when we came through the door with the ITT (infant transport) team,” Thibaudier said.

“And they looked at him, and he’s three pounds,14 ounces, and they all said, ‘Wow,

he’s so big and looks so strong,’ and I thought at, three pounds and 14 ounces, how can that be?

“But from the moment we arrived, they were completely positive and willing to help and had the whole team there prepared and waiting for us.”

Since then, it’s been nothing but the best care, she added.

Often, BC Children’s staff have checked in on her to see she was doing as well, she added.

“And that care hasn’t stopped. He’s growing and healthy and has had no major concerns,” she added.

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Banquet back this year for Guatemalan greenhouse workers PHIL MELNYCHUK

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The workers who put food on our tables will be gathering for a good meal at Cedar Park Church, Dec. 16 for their annual Christmas home-away-from home meal.

Thanks to volunteers and Pacific Coast Catering, which is supplying the main ingredients, there will be a Christmas buffet, along with table games and singing as a gesture to latino celebrations at Christmas.

“The last two years we did tamales … which is a Christmas meal for them, but that was way too expensive for us, so this year we’re doing buffet style,” with chicken, rice, salad and beans and punche, a sweet drink, and hot chocolate, which is a favourite at Christmas, said Kim Pelen, with the newly

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Workers visited the carol ships in Ladner Village. formed Latino Workers Support Society.

About 100 temporary foreign workers from Guatemala will be sitting down to supper.

Volunteers do the cooking in the church’s kitchen and workers who are attending pay $10 for a ticket so the dinner is held on a break-even basis.

To wrap up the evening, everyone gets a gift bag, which last year, were all provided by Sprouts Early Learning, which operates out of the church.

Cedar Park Church is also donating gift bags this year, with any that are left over given out to those who can’t attend.

Pelen said donations are also

sought in order to have some raffle prizes as well.

This year, one woman donated $350 in Canadian Tire dollars to buy raffle gifts, such as a grill, toaster and slow cooker.

In recent years, some of the foreign workers have tried activities outside of work.

On the weekend, about 20

of them visited the carol ships in Ladner and the last few years some workers have been hosted by the Ladner Lawn Bowling Club. And last year, the Tunnel Town Curling Club in Tsawwassen invited them for a curling demonstration.

Meanwhile, the summer soccer tournament for latino farm workers has been going on for three years.

Pelen said one of the goals of the society is to raise awareness that the workers are here and make them feel a bit more comfortable.

She estimated there are about 600 Guatemalan temporary foreign workers in Delta.

Most Mexican farm workers in the area are part of the Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program and are required to spend time out of the country each year.

Special needs adults find social connection through Rotary at Christmas Parents of children with mental health issues in South Delta, led by

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As children in the group matured and the parents grew older, it became more difficult for the parents to cook for the large group of up to 50 now adults and parents.

Eighteen years ago, the Rotary Club of Ladner agreed to support the group by cooking and serving Christmas dinner

as a community service.

This Saturday, Dec. 16, Rotary Club of Ladner members, family and friends are volunteering with members of the group to host the event, cooking and serving the full dinner of turkey, vegetables, dessert, and beverages, once again at Ladner Community Centre, with gifts for all.

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Entertainment keeps the evening lively and Santa Claus brings good cheer and gifts made up of donations from local businesses.

Rotarian and retired dentist Dr. Arthur Birk, who, with his wife Geraldine, has been one of the long-term leaders of the group, says.

“The annual Christmas dinner is not just an opportunity for a special, tasty meal for the

70-member group during festive season, it is, more importantly, a social occasion where group members can interact with each other and with we, Rotarians,” said Birk.

“These social events are very beneficial to their mental health and even for the mental health of the Rotarians and friends of Rotary who participate.

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There’s a place to go if you’re new in town or alone and don’t want to spend Christmas Day by yourself.

Jeff Brown and volunteers are resuming the Community Jingle and Mingle Dinner that stopped during the pandemic.

The dinner takes place at All Saints Anglican Church Hall at 4755 Arthur Dr., in Ladner, on Christmas Day. Doors open at 3:30, with dinner being served at 5 p.m.

“Lots of people are alone or by themselves or maybe even homeless that time of year. A nice warm meal would be great,” he said.

Jeff and his mom Shirley offered the dinners from 2015 to 2019, then paused for three years as the country dealt with the COVID-19 pandemic.

“Usually, about 100 people come,” he said.

Lots of volunteers show up to help cook in the church’s kitchen with local stores and farmers

The Delta Hospital Auxiliary Society Volunteer Coordinator (VC) is responsible for overseeing volunteer activities within the organization. In conjunction with Unit Coordinators, they will develop and evaluate a variety of opportunities and recruit volunteers to fulfill the organization’s needs. The VC will effectively communicate the organization’s mission to volunteers and provide frequent updates to various stakeholders.

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Jeff Brown and volunteers are resuming the Community Jingle and Mingle Dinner that stopped during the pandemic. providing the food for a full-course Christmas dinner with all the fixings.

They’ll usually cover the balance of costs which works out to about $500 each year.

Jeff and Shirley add that they’re not affiliated with any professional organizations so they welcome volunteers and any donations of turkeys, hams, home baking, non-alcoholic drinks or gifts, such as hats, socks, scarves, mitts, games or toys.

In addition to good food, there are also card games or board games and live music provided

by Alex Whittaker.

The event is directed

towards those who are alone or who are new in town. People from other communities show up, as well as the homeless, seniors and previously, migrant workers from Mexico cycled to the meal.

Brown added that the dinner is offered to single people who are by themselves that day. “It’s more focused to that, people who are alone on Christmas or new to the area, don’t have much family, come down,” he said. “Lots of people come out. It’s very diverse. It feels good to do it again after three years off.”

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SDSS swim team dominates at provincials IAN JACQUES

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Not many observers of the recent BC School Sports Aquatics Provincials would have batted an eye if members of the South Delta Secondary swim team attempted to swim home from the annual meet held in Nanaimo in midNovember.

The Sun Devils dominated the competition winning 17 gold medals, 39 total medals, four relay trophies, and a combined point total of 607 to win the (unofficial) Top Scoring Overall provincial title.

“Going back 10 years, the school has never won more than nine medals at the provincial meet, so to come away with 39 this year and 56 over the last two years is quite the accomplishment,” said Kevin McGregor, who has coached the team the last two years along with Richard Hortness and community coach Sam Cates. “Although we didn’t get a banner, both the coaches of St. George’s and Penticton congratulated us on our ‘unofficial’ finish atop the combined standings.”

For the second straight year, SDSS had the larg-

est team at the event with 39 qualifiers who swam stroke for stroke with B.C.’s perennial contenders in the Penticton Lakers and St. George’s Saints.

The girls finished second to the Lakers for the second straight year and the boys finished second to the Saints.

The Top Scoring Overall title, (with no banner since 2017), was the first ever for SDSS and they became only the fourth B.C. school to accomplish the feat in the last 23 years joining St. George’s, Penticton, and West Point Grey Academy.

“We are fortunate to have two competitive clubs and one recreational club that feed into our school,” said McGregor. “Other clubs in the Lower Mainland are split among four to five schools. I put the kids in the best position to compete and succeed.

It is pretty rewarding to watch some of them step out of their comfort zone and on to the block at their first-ever provincial level competition.”

He said the success is a credit to the community coaches including Judy Baker (Winskill), Alex Wheatcroft

The South Delta Secondary swim team shows off their hardware.

(Ladner), and Jeanelle Thomas (Boundary Bay).

“Swimming is no different than any other sport in the schools. If you are not playing the particular sport within the community, it is hard to even make the school teams these days,” McGregor added.

The list of medals are as follows: Relays GOLD Girl’s 200 Freestyle Relay OPEN (Abby McLeod, Naomi

Mynott, Tiffany Ho, Caitlyn Fowler) GOLD Mixed Medley Relay B (Keaton McGregor, Sophie Perlotto, Dylan Bradbury, Jade de Fondaumiere) GOLD Mixed Freestyle Relay B (Thomas Denney, Madi Dahl, Jade de Fondaumiere, Dylan Bradbury) GOLD Mixed Freestyle Relay OPEN (Jeremy Slinn, Tiffany Ho, Abby McLeod, Zach McLeod)

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Amazing opportunity to own in one of Beach Groves best areas. 3 blocks from the beach & steps from Beach Grove Elementary this homes location is a 10/10.

Renovate, build or rent out this 4 bdrm / 2 bath split level home with private West facing backyard. Plenty of parking & loads of potential.

THE POSSIBILITIES ARE GRAND! Stunning custom home sitting on 1.81 acres / 78,762 sq.ft. / 7,317.23 sq. metres in a prime residential area in Upper Tsawwassen extending from 1st Avenue to the border. Ready for the next phase, with a potential for multiple lots to be created. YOUR GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY!

1,962 sq.ft | 3 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | 6,000 sq.ft lot

2216 sq. ft | 3 bedrooms | Games & Den | Lot size 5005 sq. Ft.

1,714 sq.ft | 3 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | 5,780 sq.ft lot

690 sq.ft | 1 bedrooms | 1 bathrooms | Windsor Woods

3,746 sq.ft | 3/4 bedrooms | 3.5 bathrooms | 78,762 sq.ft lot

SOLD

SOLD

SOLD

SOLD

SOLD

SOLD

114 4300 Thompson Road, Richmond

6455 60 Avenue, Ladner

#109 4728 53 Street, Ladner

4824 48th Ave

298 67A Street, Tsawwassen

5531 49th Avenue, Ladner

A32 The Delta Optimist December 14, 2023

E Eugene Knoedler K PERSONAL REAL ESTATE CORPORATION

SERVICE AND RESULTS YOU DESERVE Jack Knoedler

604.219.3177 Eugene@eugenek.ca

Independently Owned and Operated

$1,199,000

NEW LISTING

Eugene Knoedler

D E LTA R E A L E S TAT E . N E T

604.353.6410 JackKnoedler@remax.net

2021

* Medallion Club represents the top 10% of Greater Vancouver Realtors based on MLS sales.

NEW PRICE

$1,678,000

OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY/SUNDAY 1-3PM

5127 Calvert Drive, Ladner

331 53A St

This charming 3 bed 2 bath rancher on a serene street offers waterside living with a beautiful backyard by a peaceful waterway. Enjoy a splendid patio, outdoor shower, and covered solarium for year-round relaxation.

Upgraded windows, a newer roof, furnace, and hot water tank ensure almost 1700 sq ft of modern comfort.

Conveniently located near town center, school, park, and Ladner yacht club, this home embodies peaceful living with easy access to amenities.

$799,000

160 5421 10th Ave

Lovely 2 bedroom/2 bath 1345 sq ft townhouse in family-friendly Sundial Villa. This spacious townhome includes a 337 sq ft sunny fully fenced southeast-facing patio, perfect for outdoor entertaining, gardening or children’s play area. Open concept living areas are connected to the kitchen and dining room by the patio, allowing for maximum space and light. Upstairs is a large primary bedroom with a walk through closet and 4 piece ensuite.

Opposite end has another spacious bedroom and large storage room. Boasting an updated kitchen, newer flooring and paint and hot water tank. This home is turn key and ready to move in. In the heart of Tsawwassen, steps away from the schools, the dog-friendly Winskill Park and the Tsawwassen Town Center Mall.

Fabulous family home in desirable Pebble Hill area. If you’re looking for an appr. 3000 sq ft 5 bedroom/3 bath contemporary home on a quiet street in upper Tsawwassen than look no further. This home has been lovingly cared for an it shows. Bright and open custom kitchen with vaulted ceilings, custom clear fir cabinets, silestone counters, huge island with seating for 5, spacious eating area for large gatherings, Miele double wall oven, steam oven, & dishwasher, plus a gas cooktop, this kitchen is all about entertaining. Or you can relax in the private living room with vaulted ceiling and gas fireplace while the kids enjoy the family room downstairs that opens up to the back patio. 4 bdrms on upper floor including a large private Primary bedroom with a spa like ensuite and walk-in closet. Updated kitchen, windows, bathrooms and more.

$1,249,900

Beach Grove 5857 16th Ave

Charming Beach Grove Rancher in Sunny Tsawwassen. Centrally located and only a few blocks to the Beach, Beach Grove Elementary School, shopping, recreation center, transit and golf course. 2 bedroom/2 bathroom with newer roof, furnace and hot water on demand. Large covered patio and powered work shop out back. Great Starter home or build your dream home.

Duplex Zoned provides lots of development options.

RE/MAX City Realty | 5090 48 Avenue, Delta, BC V4K 1V8 | Office 604.943.8080 | Eugene@eugenek.ca | deltarealestate.net

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(604) 868-0028 City Realty

128-4738 Hemlock Way, Tsawwassen |$868,000

8-4638 Orca Way, Tsawwassen |$1,349,000

1,572sqft| 3 Beds|2.5 Baths|Tsawwassen Landing| MLS#2834400 Bright & Spacious 1,572sf 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath townhome in Tsawwassen Landing by Onni. Conveniently located close to Tsawwassen Mills, Ferries & Tsawwassen Springs Golf Course.

2,246Sqft| 4 Beds| 3 Baths| Seaside by Mosaic| MLS#R2829844 Luxurious 4 bedroom 1/2 duplex in one of the best locations in the development backing onto the greenbelt. Featuring over 2,246sf of open concept living, this breathtaking unit boasts an upper tower with ocean views, covered balcony, fenced yard & double car garage.

5483 15b Avenue, Tsawwassen |$2,999,000

Bayview Hills, Tsawwassen| $6,600,000

5,043sqft|6 Beds| 5 Baths| Tsawwassen| MLS#R2824975 Experience pure luxury in this 6 bedroom, 5 bathroom home, just 3 years young.

Bright & Spacious layout that is designed for entertaining with open concept living featuring a double-sided fireplace that separates the chef’s kitchen from the great room.

34,000sf| 5 Lots| RS5 Zoning| Tsawwassen Exceptional opportunity to acquire 3 existing properties that have 3rd reading approval to become five RS5 zoned lots. Nestled in one of Tsawwassen’s most coveted enclaves, this expansive 34,000sf parcel is a rare find.

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A34 The Delta Optimist December 14, 2023

QUIET STREET

JUST LISTED!

PORT GATEWAY

NEW PRICE!

MLS R2711985 360º TOUR

MLS R2832305 360º TOUR

MLS R2775898 360º TOUR

20 ACRES, 2 HOMES & HUGE BARN 4774 104TH STREET $6,250,000

ABSOLUTE HIDDEN GEM! 1100 WILMINGTON DRIVE $1,829,000

BUILD YOUR DREAM INVESTMENT 2975 53RD STREET $5,575,000

First time this amazing secluded 20.25 acre parcel has been offered for sale since 1955 which is located just off Hornby Drive on the quiet section of 104th close to Boundary Bay and private member grass airstrip. All 3 buildings on this property were built in 1972 which includes a sprawling 3,162 sq. ft. 4 bedroom rancher w/30 + car concrete driveway was substantially renovated and enlarged in 1987 and roof redone 10 years ago. The second residence is a 1238 sq. ft.

Woods bungalow presently rented and the spectacular 8,400 sq. ft. 20 stall barn which was used from day 1 to breed race horses up until 7 years ago is truly a first class facility complete with steel roof and cladding. Attention to detail here is second to none including chain link fencing that surrounds the entire property.

RARE 16,071 sq. ft. level lot with a 10 upper Tsawwassen location on a dead quiet street makes for all kinds of possibilities! Delta indicates a future max building envelope of 8,734 sq. ft. with basement 50% below grade ideal for the large family and 15 minutes walking to school and most local amenities. The existing 2,478 sq. ft. 5 bedroom 2 level with 5 year old roof is solid, livable and could be easily updated which leaves room on this massive property for inground pool, sports facility or a future shop for the enthusiast! This property truly has the potential of being an incredible estate and is in one of the quietest central pockets of Tsawwassen.

Almost square 17.34 acre parcel with 823 ft. of road frontage features an English style country home, 5 stall barn, hay field and generous pasture area which has been an established equestrian facility for decades. The property offers an ideal central location just 5 minutes to Tsawwassen or Ladner, Tsawwassen Mills Mall, BC Ferries, DeltaPort Way, TFN Industrial Park, transportation and more. This parcel is close to BC Railway in an area of transitional properties with amazing future potential. Call anytime for more information.

Wishing you a good old-fashioned Merry Christmas!

John Nielsen

PERFORMANCE Real Estate Service 35 Successful Years

Re/Max Real Estate Services

604.250.8216

www.westcoastfarmsteads.com

Tim Rohwer 604.762.2041 tim@thedeltagroup.ca

info@johnnielsen.ca #110-3540 West 41st Avenue, Vancouver

Kelsey Lynch 604.831.7536 kelsey@thedeltagroup.ca

www.thedeltagroup.ca

SPECTACULAR OCEAN FRONT!

NORTH SAANICH

• 180 degree views with 150 feet of waterfront and beach access • Private .87 acre landscaped forest and mature gardens • Spacious home with suite, double garage. Large paved driveway • Incredible opportunity to own view oceanfront property on 738 Lands End

$2,999,900

• SOUTH VANCOUVER ISLAND

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Regency Realty Ltd. 1333-56th St., Delta, BC V4L 2A6

December 14, 2023 The Delta Optimist A35

the heart of our business is people.

Richmond 211-8451 Westminster Hwy

Tsawwassen 5716 Goldenrod Cres

Tsawwassen 6020 28 avenue

$558,000

$1,989,000

$5,990,000

2 Bed | 2 Bath | 872 sq ft

5 Bed | 3 Bath | 3468 ft2

sold

sold

37.25 Acres

sold

Tsawwassen 539 55 St

Tsawwassen 24-4716 Orca Way

Tsawwassen 5155 11A Ave

$1,785,000

$755,000

$1,699,000

2 Bed + Den | 3 Bath | 1184 ft

2

6 Bed | 5 Bath | 3353 ft

2

sold

sold

Ladner 207-4689 52A St 2 Bed | 2 Bath | 920 ft2

$799,000

brad: 604-779-6764

sold

TSAWWASSEN 103-1942 STARLING DRIVE

frank: 604-862-5731

4 Bed | 3 Bath | 2231 ft2

1 Bed | 1 Bath | 471 ft 2

becirrealestate.com

Tsawwassen 141-1440 Garden Place 2 Bed | 1 Bath | 1002 ft2

$569,000

Regency Realty Ltd.

Independently Owned & Operated

1333 56 Street, Delta

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A36 The Delta Optimist December 14, 2023

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Johanna Stefan B.B.A. 604-719-7345 604-767-4038 Medallion Club 30 Years

Assistant Speaks Mandarin & Cantonese

Medallion Club 12 Years

Geffke

Top 10% in SALES of ALL GREATER VANCOUVER for 38 YEARS #1 at ROYAL LEPAGE REGENCY Rlty for 10 YEARS

info@geffketeam.com • www.geffketeam.com

ON THE STREET OF DREAMS!

JUST LISTED!

TEAM

$1,999,000

STUNNING CUSTOM BUILT 2,569 SQ.FT. HOME ON 9,009 SQ.FT. LOT!

997 51ST STREET, TSAWWASSEN!

BEAUTIFUL LIVING & DINING AREAS WITH VAULTED CEILINGS, 3 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHS, LARGE LANDING AREA UP. FAMILY ROOM OFF GOURMET KITCHEN. COMPLETELY PRIVATE WEST EXPOSED BACKYARD! MLS# 2826530

JUST LISTED!

APARTMENT IN SUNDIAL!

$599,000

1,073 SQ.FT. FEATURING 2 BDRMS 2 BATHS

#142 – 5421 10th AVENUE, TSAWWASSEN

GROUND FLOOR CORNER UNIT WITH PRIVATE PATIO. LOTS OF UPDATES. SPACIOUS ROOMS. CENTRAL LOCATION!

$1,699,000

SOLD BY THE GEFFKE TEAM!

175 65B STREET IN BOUNDARY BAY, TSAWWASSEN!

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1333 - 56th St, Tsawwassen (next to Starbucks)

December 14, 2023 The Delta Optimist A37

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NEW PRICE

FOR SALE

FOR SALE

Bayview Hills Tsawwassen 3rd Reading Approved

$729,000 #317 55 E Cordova St, Vancouver

$965,000 29 3459 W RIVER Road, Delta

5-Lot Subdivision

loft | 1 bath | 809 sq. ft. No parking

3 Bedrooms l 4 Bathrooms | 1,868 sq. ft.

4965 8A Avenue, 871 &

FOR SALE

855 Bayview Drive

FOR SALE

$2,999,000 5483 15B Avenue, Delta

$1,349,000 8-4638 Orca Way, Tsawwassen

6 Bedrooms I 5 Bathrooms I 5,019 sq. ft.

4 Bedrooms I 3 Bathrooms | 2246 sq. ft.

NEW LISTING

Exceptional opportunity to acquire three existing properties that have 3rd reading approval to become 5 single-family residences ranging from 2,211 sq. ft. - 3,311 sq. ft. Architectural drawings by Buro 47, a well regarded award-winning firm. Nestled in one of Tsawwassen’s most coveted enclaves, this expansive 34,154 sq. ft. parcel opens doors to an exciting project with each home carefully designed to embrace the vision of contemporary West Coast-style homes. While your site awaits the 4th reading approval, seize the opportunity to generate income from renting out the existing 3 homes for market value rents.

NEW LISTING

FOR SALE JUST LISTED

$689,000 112 20673 78 Avenue

$868,000 128 - 4738 Hemlock Way

2 Bedrooms I 2 Bathrooms I 903 sq. ft.

3 Bedrooms I 3 Bathrooms I 1,572 sq. ft.

$819,000 201-4689 52 A Street, Delta

4824 48 Ave, Delta • $1,749,000

Main House: 4 bedrooms + Den,

JUST SOLD

Legal Suite Above The Garage: 1 Bed/1 Bath 872 square feet w/ tenant parking pad.

SOLD

SOLD

WITH MULTIPLE OFFERS

AS BUYERS AGENT LISTED BY RE/MAX CITY REALTY

$949,000 74-8560 162 Street, Surrey

$549,999 202-4738 53 Street, Delta

3 Bedrooms I 3 Bathrooms I 1942 sq. ft.

1 Bedroom I 1 Bathroom I 834 sq. ft.

JUST SOLD

SOLD

WITH MULTIPLE OFFERS

SOLD

LISTED BY OAKWYN REALTY LTD.

$3,999,999

3845 Wellington Road, Delta

$1,699,000 5155 11A Avenue, Delta

$799,999 385 - 1784 Osprey Drive, Delta

4 Bedrooms l 3 Bathrooms | 3,267 sq. ft.

4 Bedrooms l 3 Bathrooms | 2,200 sq. ft.

3 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms | 1354 sq. ft.

SOLD

2 Bedrooms I 2 Bathrooms I 1087 sq. ft.

3.5 bathrooms 2161 square feet JUST SOLD

JUST SOLD

JUST SOLD

SOLD

WITH MULTIPLE OFFERS

WITH MULTIPLE OFFERS

$1,199,000 1751 55 Street, Delta

Offered at $1,499,000 4410 44B Avenue

3 Bedrooms I 2 Bathrooms I 1,371 sq. ft.

4 Bedrooms I 3 Bathrooms | 2,256 sq. ft.

SOLD

JUST SOLD

LISTED BY SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL

AS BUYER’S AGENT – LISTED BY SUTTON SEAFAIR

$799,000 173 - 1894 Osprey Drive, Delta

$739,000 307-1768 55A Street, Delta

3 Bedrooms I 3 Bathrooms I 1323 sq. ft.

2 Bedrooms I 2 Bathrooms | 989 sq. ft.

A38 The Delta Optimist December 14, 2023

MERRY CHRISTMAS HAPPY NEW YEAR From

ROBIN REIMER JUST LISTED

$2,100,000

BEST MOUNT BAKER & OCEAN VIEWS IT TSAWWASSEN Build or renovate on this spectacular property in upper Tsawwassen.

Fabulous 10,000 sq.ft lot in great location with a beautiful level yard.

This kind of property never comes to market.

$999,000

111 GRAHAM DRIVE BEST SUNSET VIEWS & LOCATION

$1,399,000

JUST LISTED

JUST LISTED

$1,199,000

$1,099,000

OPEN SUNDAY 2-4 #10-16920 80TH AVENUE SURREY

Custom Designed Home with simply the Best Views in Tsawwassen. This Totally Private 3 bedrooms home has an Outstanding Open Floor Plan to take full advantage of all the spectacular Ocean Sunset Views. Delta will also consider a basement level which would add approx.

1,000 sq.ft There will NEVER be another home like this in Tsawwassen. Call for Floor Plans and more Info.

CALL ROBIN 604-868-2844

CALL ROBIN 604-868-2844 PRICE D REDUCE

MASSIVE PRICE N IO REDUCT

NEW LISTING

$799,000

1154 FAIRWAY VIEWS WYND TSAWWASSEN

PRICE D R E DU C E

$1,149,000

BEST PRICED HOME IN TSAWWASSEN

Fabulous 1/2 duplex in an excellent location, close to schools, shopping and the new rapid transit, which is coming soon. This great home features 4 bdrms with huge master bdrm on the main floor, over 3200 sq.ft, potential inlaw suite, air conditioning and private fenced yard.

These homes rarely come to market, so don’t miss your opportunity.

Great 3 bdrm townhouse in Fairway Views Wynd.

Bright living space with skylights & gas fireplace, flows through to an open design kitchen & dining room, great for entertaining. Deck for bbq! All this OVERLOOKING the greens of BEACH GROVE GOLF COURSE. PRIMARY BDRM is large, bright & walks out onto your PRIVATE GARDEN OASIS. Bring your PETS & RENTALS allowed. Amenities include a pool, sauna, & clubhouse with a large sunny deck. Steps to transportation, pubs, restaurants, coffee shops, yoga, groceries.

Great Beach Grove starter home, investment property (good tenant) or look at building your new home.

Home features 2 bedrooms, large storage building and only steps from the beach, golf course, parks, schools and transportation. We are price to sell so don’t miss this Beach Grove beauty.

CALL ROBIN 604-868-2844

CALL ROBIN 604-868-2844

CALL ROBIN 604-868-2844

$2,499,000

$1,988,000

OPEN SATURDAY & SUNDAY 2-4

5115 STEVENS DRIVE Great location in upper tsawwassen.

Over 10,000 sq.ft lot with potential subdivision. 2800 sq.ft Home with 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and beautiful sunny lot. Renovate, rent or redevelop.

LOTS IN GOOD LOCATION IN UPPER TSAWWASSEN

4868 3RD AVENUE, TSAWWASSEN

• 3 new homes in Tsawwassen • 4800 square feet • Legal suite • Customize your new home

CALL FOR PLANS & INFORMATION ROBIN 604-868-2844

Beautiful family home on a great street in upper Tsawwassen. Home features 3600 sq.ft, 5 bdrms, 3 full bathrooms, large great room, big games room, hardwood floors, many updates and all large rooms.

Home has excellent floor plan that opens to a fabulous private southern exposed yard. Don’t miss this Great home in a Great location at a Great Price.

CALL ROBIN 604-868-2844

CALL ROBIN 604-868-2844

5744 & 5758 16A AVENUE, TSAWWASSEN

Gorgeous new homes in Beach Grove.

Still time to do some customizing.

Excellent floor plans with 3250 sq.ft. and beautiful sunny southern exposure yards.

5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. Great quiet area and close to all amenities. Don’t miss your opportunity to live in fabulous Beach Grove. Homes built by an excellent experienced builder.

PLEASE CALL ROBIN REIMER 604-868-2844 RUBY LIDDER 604-626-9360

*BASED ON # OF YEARS QUALIFYING FOR MEDALLION CLUB IN GREATER VANCOUVER REAL ESTATE BOARD group

1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 & 2022

Seafair Realty - 1625 56th Street, Tsawwassen

robinreimer@telus.net

www.robinreimer.com

December 14, 2023 The Delta Optimist A39

604.312.7621 Sold@TrishaMurphy.ca 15 YEARS TOP 1% OF 2022 GREATER VANCOUVER REALTORS ® D TE S I TL S JU

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24 - 66A Street, Boundary Bay $1,898,000 Prime Boundary Bay Lot with over 10,000 SQ FT to invest, build, or live in the current rancher and enjoy the beach lifestyle.

258 66th Street, Boundary Bay $1,749,000 A rare opportunity to own a fully renovated 4 bedroom beach style dream home in boundary bay!

PH7-5556 14 Ave, Tsawwassen $649,000 Top floor fully renovated 1 bedroom penthouse in Windsor Woods! Bright, vault ceilings, water and park view.

5424 Candlewyck Wynd, Tsawwassen $1,475,000 If you love sunsets, privacy, and vista views then this is your rancher!

4533 River Road, Ladner $1,299,000 Sensational Waterfront property with revenue from two float homes - separately owned.

5043 2nd Avenue $1,449,000 Immaculate condition 4 bdrm family home with 3 full baths, in prime pebble hill location just 10 min walk to elementary school.

209-5555 13A Avenue $849,000

5129 Wilson Drive $2,598,000

313-1350 View Crescent $685,000

4721 Blue Heron Way $1,495,000

1124 Skana Drive $1,575,000

1178 Walalee Drive $1,549,000

Dynamic Marketing • Expert Contract Knowledge Experienced Negotiating Skills

Lulu Godin

Sutton Group - Seafair Realty: #2-1359 56 Street, Tsawwassen, BC V4L 2P3

Licensed Realtor & Marketing Specialistt

• SUCCESSFULLY SELLING SOUTH DELTA REAL ESTATE •

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KELLY ALBUS

Vicky Hamilton Personal Real Estate Corporation cell 778-839-8947

Working to bring you home.

�!ce 604-946-1255 vicky@homeswithvicky.com www.homeswithvicky.com

778 386 1423 kelly@sutton.com realestatewithkelly.com Sutton Group Seafair Realty

JUST SOLD D SOL

103-4747 54A Street Ladner

Listed by Youlive Realty

D SOL

206-4977 Springs Boulevard Tsawwassen

D SOL

1654 Braid Road Tsawwassen

Listed by Royal LePage Regency Realty

D SOL

1539 Beach Grove Rd Tsawwassen

D SOL

5321 Upland Drive Tsawwassen

D SOL

5937 165 Street Surrey

Listed by Royal LePage Regency Realty

D SOL

1244 Beach Grove Rd Tsawwassen

5376 CHAMBERLAYNE WAY | CHAMBERLAYNE WAY!

SOLD

6748 Corbould Road Tsawwassen

D SOL

5368 4A Avenue Tsawwassen

Listed by Sutton Group Seafair Realty

This is a great family home in one of West Ladner’s desirable locations.

Situated on a corner lot, this 2200 square foot home is ready for someone’s updating ideas. Move in ready with a great layout featuring living & dining, kitchen, family room and laundry on main. Upstairs, the 4 bedrooms are all very spacious with generous closets and the primary bedroom offers a walk in closet and full ensuite bathroom.

Enjoy the beautiful lot complete with a backyard and side yard and ample space to entertain plus room for boat or RV parking. Bonus: New furnace, hot water tank & dishwasher. Don’t miss the opportunity to live in this sought after location.

SOLD

D SOL

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4350A Cormorant Way, Tsawwassen $1,199,900 MLS® #R2822913

Bedrooms: 3 • Bathrooms: 2.5 • Floor Area: 1473 sq. ft.

Welcome to Boardwalk! Built in 2022 and the GST has already been paid! This professionally decorated, 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 1/2 duplex has it all. This home offers a functional layout with a large kitchen island and a gas range. The open main floor boasts 9’ ceilings

208-4728 53 Street

27-5510 Admiral Way

JUST SOLD

JUST SOLD

D L O S

6167 45 Avenue, Delta $1,479,900 MLS® #R2824787 Bedrooms: 3 • Bathrooms: 2.5 • Floor Area: 2,233 sq. ft.

Welcome home! This three bedroom, three bathroom well maintained home has room for the whole family and is a short walk to Holly Elementary. Offering a functional layout of 2,233 square feet. The living room and dining room with vaulted ceilings step into the open kitchen that’s finished with white shaker cabinets.

604.250.6981

113-4889 53 Street

1606-121 Tenth Street, New Westminster

sutton group seafair realty #100-5000 Bridge Street Delta, BC V4K 2K4

MEDALLION CLUB MEMBER 5 YEARS

INFO@KENDALLAYRES.COM KENDALLAYRES.COM

Sutton Group - Seafair Realty 100-5000 Bridge Street, Delta, BC

December 14, 2023 The Delta Optimist A41

$1,349,900

$1,878,800

$3,699,900

D SOL

$2,238,800

$899,900

D SOL 4369 41B STREET

4778 45 AVENUE

$2,399,900

• NEWLY BUILT 3 STORY HOME • 5 BED 5 BATH • 2,614 SQ.FT OPEN CONCEPT INTERIOR • SELF CONTAINED 1 BED 1 BATH COACH HOME

$1,169,900

5092B BENTLEY DRIVE

• 2 LEVEL TOWNHOUSE • 4 BED 4 BATH

4950 59A STREET

721 56 STREET

• 4 BEDROOMS AND 2 FULL BATHS. • BASEMENT RENTAL SUITE POTENTIAL • LARGE SQUARE 7500 SQ.FT. PRIVATE LOT • WALKING DISTANCE TO BOTH SCHOOL LEVELS • UPDATED FLOORING, BATHROOM, FURNACE & HW TANK

Allen Schwabe 604-644-5664

Building Features

4903A 53 STREET

• 5 BED 5 BATH • 2,614 SQ.FT INTERIOR • 3 STORY MAIN HOME WITH BEDROOM, LIVING AREA AND BATHROOM ON THE TOP FLOOR • DETACHED SELF CONTAINED 1 BED 1 BATH COACH HOUSE

5770 48A AVENUE

• RANCHER STYLE HOME • LARGE 7,590 SQ.FT LOT • CENTRAL LADNER LOCATION CLOSE TO TRANSIT • EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY FOR FIRST TIME BUYERS OR INVESTORS

778-863-6805 mandip@sutton.com mandipgill.com

Location, Location. Wonderfully finished Warehouse Office space. Central to everything and by the Fraser River in South Vancouver. Rarely for Sale properties. Do not wait!!

Lane Square Footage 3200 sqft

5094B BENTLEY DRIVE

• LUXURY BUILT 5 BEDROOM & 5 BATH QUALITY FAMILY HOME • OPEN PLAN WITH ACCORDION 12 FT. DOORS LEADING TO BACKYARD. • BONUS 3RD FLOOR OFFERS HUGE RECREATION ROOM WITH FULL BATH • COVERED PATIO & 2ND FLOOR SUNDECK OFFERS GAS OUTLETS • FULLY LOADED WITH A/C, HRV, IRRIGATION & SECURITY SYSTEMS • REPUTABLE BUILDER OFFERING 2-5-10 NEW HOME WARRANTY

$1,838,800

1680 W 75th Ave. Vancouver, B.C. $1,757,900

SOLD

• METICULOUSLY DESIGNED 5 BEDROOMS & 5 BATH FAMILY HOME • 3RD STORY OFFERS RECREATION ROOM WITH FULL BATH • MAIN FLOOR OFFERS A BEDROOM WITH FULL BATHROOM • OFFERING A/C, HRV, 4 CAMERA SURVEILLANCE, & EV CHARGER • GOURMET KITCHEN WITH FISHER PAYKEL APPLIANCES • SOUGHT AFTER BENTLEY DRIVE LOCATION CLOSE TO EVERYTHING

• 2,044 SQ.FT INTERIOR LIVING SPACE • PRIVATE FENCED YARD • DOUBLE CAR GARAGE WITH FINISHED BEDROOM AND 3 PIECE BATHROOM ABOVE. PRIVATE ENTRANCE

$1,299,900

• SPACIOUS 2-LEVEL: 4 BEDROOMS & 3 BATHS • 1 BEDROOM INLAW ACCOMMODATIONS • OFFERS 2564 SQUARE FEET OF LIVING • PRIVATE 7500 SQ.FT. LOT (75 X 100) • PRIMARY BEDROOM WITH ENSUITE BATH

•6 BED 7 BATH • 3,292 SQ.FT HOME • PRIVATE FENCED 7,741 SQ.FT LOT • LEGAL 1 BEDROOM SUITE

5094A BENTLEY DRIVE

10 4788 57 STREET

4911A 53 STREET

• 2.45 ACRE ESTATE • 8 BED 6 BATH • 5,664 SQFT HOME

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4604 46A St, Ladner Discover a haven in this nearly 3,100sqft home, with over 1,900sqft of main floor living space. Bask in natural light in the open floor plan adorned with exotic hardwood floors, complemented by the warmth of interior fir doors and casings. The amazing kitchen boasts fir cabinets, S/S appliances and a large island. Upstairs unveils a legal suite with independent laundry, adding flexibility and convenience. This property doesn’t stop there, a 580sqft heated workshop beckons, equipped with 220v power, double doors, and impressive ceiling heights of 11’8 and 9’5, providing the ideal setting for ambitious projects. Outside, discover a covered hot tub for relaxation and a greenhouse for green-thumb enthusiasts. This residence blends craftsmanship, versatility, and comfort seamlessly. MLS#R2835933

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REMEMBRANCES OBITUARIES

IN MEMORIAM PHYL, Always in our hearts, Missing you, Bob, Sandra and Robert

Obituaries SMILLIE, Barry James

GREEN, Wanda M. May 8, 1944 − December 1, 2023

Fond memories linger every day, Remembrance keeps them near.

SCHOLZ, Renata (Renate) April 21, 1949 - November 27, 2023

This most lovely soul joined her two sons Cary and Anton (Tony) in a more beautiful place.

She leaves on earth her only other son Christopher Scholz and her husband Wolfgang Heinz Scholz.

Also her two grandchildren Kishal 22 and Carlos 11.

She came to Canada Age 8, from Brazil, met her love Heinz in PEI. Was the first in her immigrant family to earn a university degree. She first brought up her kids in the Maritimes, then settled the family in South Delta. Later worked at Delta Signature Hotels and YVR Airport. She passed peacefully in Delta Hospital with Chris and Heinz By her side; listening to her favorite music “Besa me, Besa me Mucho” and Hallelujah.

Instead of flowers, donations can be made to Delta Hospital. To post condolences or tributes go to: myalternatives.ca

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With her husband John at her side, Wanda passed peacefully in her 79th year after an eight−month long battle with lung cancer, moving to a happier place to once more be with her much−loved father, Harry (Huff) and her grandmother, and where she will now run free in sun−filled fields with her beloved wild horses.

She is survived by her sister Carol Dann and her family in Calgary, brother Neil Huff and his family in Port Coquitlam, and brother Wayne Huff and his family in Gananoque, Ontario.

Wanda wished to be cremated, then have her ashes scattered into the Pacific Ocean and to forego a funeral service, instead electing for a Celebration of her Life.

She was a detail−oriented, dedicated, and hard worker all her life, but the best part for Wanda, after an early retirement, has been the past 20 years of volunteering at the Kinsmen Community Centre in Tsawwassen, now known as Kin Village. Her time there, some 17,000 hours, was spent in a variety of capacities, with her first love being the creation of the monthly newsletter, followed closely by acting as the MC at various Kin Village events. She will be well−remembered with deep fondness for her dedication to the betterment of Kin Village.

Wanda was a teacher at heart, happily passing along her wide array of knowledge, and she also thoroughly enjoyed her various hobbies. Her love of wild and free wild horses was not widely known but was one of the enduring facets of her life. She enjoyed good jokes and had a huge mental library of them to share with her many friends, as hearing their laughter was her tonic.

Wanda’s happiness with life and wide travel experiences was always evident and so the lack of her sunny presence will be felt very deeply by all of those who knew her, even just casually.

Barry James Smillie, 80, of Ladner, BC, passed away on December 12, 2023, after a long fight with cancer.

Barry was born on May 6, 1943, to Stewart and Muriel Smillie in Balcarres, Saskatchewan.

Barry is survived by his cherished wife of 28 years, Jeanne; son Dean; daughter Sandi; step-daughter Susan (Steven); grandchildren Jordan, Ryan, Amanda and Evan; great-granddaughter Autumn; brother Edwin (Linda); and sister-in-law Kaye.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Stewart and Muriel; his brother Wayne; and many friends and relatives.

Barry’s early years were spent in Richmond, BC. He worked for Safeway for 38 years and retired from his position as a Meat Merchandiser in 1998.

Barry was an avid boater and spent many years cruising the local waters.

After retirement, Barry’s woodworking hobby and looking after grandchildren kept him busy. The grandkids loved the time they spent with “Papa,” watching their favourite shows and sharing afterschool snacks and laughs.

Barry and Jeanne have spent the last 17 years splitting their time between their home in Ladner and their summer place in Birch Bay. Barry will missed by his family and friends and will always be remembered for his great sense of humour and his clever wit.

A private family gathering will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the BC Cancer Foundation. https://bccancerfoundation.com

December 14, 2023 The Delta Optimist A43 REMEMBRANCES

LEGAL

OBITUARIES

LEGAL/PUBLIC NOTICES By virtue of the Warehouseman’s Lien Act

HAKLANDER, Aaltije (Alie) (Moshagen) October 16, 1925 - December 3, 2023

KINGSWAY BAILIFF SERVICE will dispose of:

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Alie Haklander (Moshagen) at Irene Thomas Hospice, on December 3, 2023. Born in Nijkerk, Gelderland, NL, October 16, 1925. Alie married Jan Haklander in 1948. They their family moved to Ladner in 1952.

She is predeceased by her husband John, brother Art and sisters Hennie (Mostert) and Dini (Hendriksen); survived by brother Mossy, daughter Gerri (Mark), sons Alan (Til) and Bill (Carol), 3 granddaughters, 3 grandsons and 6 great grandsons.

Alie lived in her beloved Ladner home since 1962.

The last 7 months of her life, she lived at Augustine House where she made friends, once she settled in. Alie enjoyed family, friends, reminiscing, gardening, reading, her weekly outings, Jeopardy, the Vancouver Canucks, in her younger years crocheting and knitting. Alie was a dedicated member of her church and enjoyed socializing whenever she could.

Special thanks to Delta Hospital staff, and Irene Thompson Hospice’s awesome staff for caring for Alie during her last days with us.

We will miss you Mom, Grandma, Great Grandma, Alie.

1) 2001 FLEETWOOD TRAILER VIN# 1EA1G312012473472 Debtor RO: ISBISTER JULIE SUSAN Amount owed: $5,000.00

Warehouse Lien Act The following vehicles will be sold as of December 21, 2023 for nonpayment plus costs accruing.

2007 Ford Freestar 2FTZA542X7BA24151 Marius Vasile $1184.05

2) 2018 DODGE RAM VIN# 1C6RR7PM2JS321307 Debtor RO: APNA MOTORS LTD Amount owed: $9,508.55

WHITCUTT, Carol November 26, 1945 − November 26, 2023 It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Carol on November 26, 2023, after a brief but heroic battle with pancreatic cancer. She was a very kind and loving person who cared for and quietly supported the students at a local elementary school as a lunchtime supervisor for many years. She especially cared for and supported her family and friends. Left behind to mourn Carol are her husband Hugh, daughters Beverly and Andrea (Rami), grandaughters Alea and Layla, sister Lynda, extended family and many good friends.

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A service in celebration of her life is to be held at St David’s Anglican Church, Delta, on Sunday, December 17, at 2PM. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the BC Cancer Foundation.

In lieu of flowers, donate to a charity of your choice.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

LOW COST Cremation Packages Available.

URN’s starting at $99

Please join us in a celebration of life on January 13th, 2024 from 2:00- 4:00pm at Ladner Gospel Assembly, 4979 44A Avenue, Delta.

On behalf of all our family, we appreciate and thank you for all for the care and support received from family, friends, and the wonderful caring staff of KinVillage, Tsawwassen.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of Sam Moffett via Union Gospel Mission, https://ugm.ca or call 604-891-5682.

ACROSS

Sam is survived by his loving wife of 45 years Nadine (nee Bennett), his three children, Dean (Damelis), Anne, Evan (Laura), grandchildren, siblings, nieces and nephews.

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MOFFETT, Samuel Joseph The family of Samuel Joseph Moffett are saddened to announce the peaceful passing to his heavenly father on Tuesday, November 21, 2023.

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A44 The Delta Optimist December 14, 2023

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A46 The Delta Optimist December 14, 2023

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