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If Conservative candidate Jessy Sahotacould do just onething,ifelected MPfor Delta,he’d focusonfederalfinances.
People paya“huge amountoftaxes” butare not gettingthe services theyneed,he said at the April16all-candidates meetingfor Delta.
“So, ifI can go to Ottawa,advocatefor our community,onething I want to make sure is, I’m respectingtaxpayer moneyand I’mfiscally responsible.”
Forhis main ri l,the mostimportantthingis
the economy.“Weneed to make sure that we havea strong economy that can supportallof our socialneeds, our housing needs… because strong businesses, make strongcommunities,” said Liberal party candidate Jill McKnight. Health care, “that is failingus”isthepriorityfor People’s Party of Canada’s Natasa Sirotic.
“WearetheonlycountryintheG20that is insistingona government monopoly overhealth care,”she saidadvocating foramixture ofprivate and publichealth care.
“But I’mconcerned abouttransportation,” addedNDP candidate Jason McCormick, alsoa busdriver with TransLink.
Contenders at the crowded meetinginthe No h Delta Ce fo
howthey wouldadvocate for Deltainthe U.S.Canada trade war.
Themeeting wasthe only such event in Delta beforethefederalelectiontakesplace April28.
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Righttoleft, NDP candidate Jason McCormick, People’s Party candidate NatasaSirotic, LiberalJill McKnightand Conservative Jessy Sahota atmeeting, April16atthe North Delta Centre forthe Arts.
said McKnight. Relianceonthe U.S. will be reduced by expandingtrade with “like-mindedglobal partners,” McKnight added.
As well,$5billionisin thetradediversific ion
railwaysand highways, sheadded.
But Sirotic said Canada has to come to an agreement withthe U.S. “and notpretendthat it’s somethingthat we can just ignore.”
It requiresdiplomacy, she said. “Andalso, we need to grow up as Canada, to becomemore self sufficient, have a morecomplex economy. Andthisisanopportunity.”
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MegamaxcranesarrivefordutyonDeltawaterfront
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Twolumbering leviathans with Herculean strength have arrived fromacrossthe Pacific, andinchedintoGlobal Container Terminals Deltaport Sunday.
Thebehemoths,which areparta $170-modernizationproject, canmove mountainsofcontainers fromships to theshore andon to awaitingcountry.
Thepairof state-ofthe-artstructures,52 metreshigh,weremade in Shanghai, China, and arethefirst of sixthat GCTisbringingoverin thenexttwo years.
Theship-to-shore cranesfitinto the Megamaxcategory, whichinmaritime terms, isthebiggestofthebig.
“Theseare someofthe largest, mosttechnologicallyadvancedcranesin the world.Andthey’ll be able to handlethe largestvesselsinthe world andthat’s what we call
the Megamaxcrane,” explainedDaniel Howell, chiefoperatingofficer with GCT. “Whichisreally good forus.Itgivesusa tremendousamountof flexibilityandwhatever ourcustomerswantto throwatus, we’regoingto be able to manage that.”
Thenewcranesarethe sameheightasthe two tallestcranes currentlyat the port and will be able to handleanyship at any ofthethree berths at GCT Deltaport.
“Whichisa realcompetitiveadvantage forus,” Howell said.
Accordingtoa GCT news release, whenthe projectiscompleted,there will be eightMegamax cranesandfourSuper Post-Panamaxcranesat the port,sothe total numberofcranes at Deltaport remainsthe same.
Thecompany also wantstoinvestahead ofdemandand maintain competitivenessof Canada’s largestmarine container terminal.
Thenewcranes replace
thosethatare 25 yearsold andareelectric powered, with LEDlighting, and regenerativedrivesthat produceelectricitywhen gravityallows.
He saidthat when technologicaladvances aremade,safetyisa majorfocus,followedby environmental goals.
“Anytime …we… introducenew technology,the first lens we look at itthroughis,isthis goingtoimprove our
healthand safetyonthe terminal?”
Theinvestmentallows the port to grow its capacityand volume without expandingthe terminal. Noise,reduced lightglare away fromthe terminal andimplementationin aphasedapproach will minimizeimpact.
“When we implement these projects,it’sinvisible to ourcustomers andit’s invisible to thecommunitiesthat we operatein.”
Thenew cranes will be operated remotely, by videocamera, the same wayrail cars arenow loadedatthe terminal.
Twoothercranesare alsoready be converted to remoteoperation.
Employees were also involved indesigningthe cranes to be safer.
Thecranes moved acrossthe oceanfully assembledonaspecially designedship. Thesteel structureisChinese
made butthe operatingsystems aremade in Sweden.
Thenextfournew cranesarrive at Deltaport overthenexttwo years.
Theprojectfollows other recentupgrades.
In 2018, GCTspent $310millionon rail expansion, with another $39millionplannedfor new yard cranes.
Deltaport is thecompany’s largest, as well the country’slargest marine container port,and also hasthe world’slargest on-dock rail with 8,334 metres of tracks.
Thenew technology keepsthe port competitive, Howell said.
”We’re just asmall Canadiancompany doing bigthings.
“I thinkthere’sa tremendousamountof uncertainty in the world and we’vesaid itfrom the very beginning, we have to be that safe harbour. We have to be that stable terminal operator,” providingaCanadian gateway,he added.
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McCormickthough said that Trumpis reacting to adevalued Canadiandollar, saying U.S. tariffsare a response to that.
“Thehonesttruthis, we shouldnever be inthis position to begin with,” said Sahota.
The last 10 years has put Canada ina weakened position,he said.
He pointed outthat ConservativeleaderPierre Poilievre wasthefirst to callfor removalofinterprovincialtrade barriers, sayingthat wascopied by Liberalleader Mark Carney.
McKnight noted that thefederal barriersare being removedasof July 1 andnowprovincesneed help to remove theirtrade barriers.
“Weneed to be one economyin Canada,” to move labour,products
and goodsacrossthe country.
McCormickthough saidtheNDP wants to have one nationallicence fordoctors, or mechanics, so they canpractiseanywherein Canada.
“So, we’re going to remove the barriers to employmentallthe way acrossthiscountry, so that if you have acertified ticket, you can go anywhere,” he said.
The Liberaland Conservative candidates squared off over thenew Fraser River Tunnel, expected to be builtin 2030,forwhichtheprovince wantsfederalmoney, sayingit’s not yet received aformalofferofassistance.
“Absolutely,the tunnel needs to be doneandit should be donealready. Theprovincial government needs to acceptthe
moneythat wasoffered to them by thefederal governmentandtheyneed to get to action to getit done,” said McKnight.
“Let’s get back to the tableandlet’s getthis done.”
Sahota saidthe tunnel has beenaproblem since he wasin school.
“We’ve had multiplephotoops, Carla Qualtrough, Justin Trudeau … alotofpromisesandit’s been agrand totalof zero dollars,” he said.
TheprovincialNDP andfederal government have to stopplaying“hot
potato,” headded.
“I don’t care ifit’s a bridge or ifit’s a tunnel. We definitelyneed something. Thisisa bottleneck that islimiting Delta’s potential,”he said.
Asforfindingaplace to live, McKnight said that a Liberal government will buildup to 500,000 homes per year, saying thenon-profithousing supply will be doubled, and will cutthe GSTfor first-timehome buyers, while Carney recently announced$25billion infinancingforpre-fab homes.
Sahotathoughblamed thepreceding Liberal government.
“Yes,it wasthis Liberal governmentthat broughtinmillionsof new Canadians without buildinguptheinfrastructure —housing, schools, roads,hospitals.Andnow,
we’re going to be playing catch up.”
He saidcited the Conservatives’plan to cut the salestaxesonhomes lessthan$1.3million.
“I don’t trustthis Liberal government to fix aproblemthat they created,” Sahota said.
Siroticalso pointed to highimmigrationlevels.
“We have let an enormous amount of immigrantsin without really providingforthem. It’s hurtingthemandit’s hurtingus.”
Lawandorder was onlybrieflydiscussed at the packed meetingin the North Delta Centre fortheArts,presented by the Delta Chamberof Commerceandthe Fraser Valley RealEstate Board.
Candidates were asked howthefederal government canimprove security at Deltaport.
Sahota,anofficer withthe Delta Police Department, noted only one percentofcontainers at the port are inspected, and calledformoreCBSA officersand saidthe port policeneed to be reestablished.
Theywere disbandedin 1997,leavingnofull-time police at Canada’s ports.
McKnight saida Liberal government willhire another1,000 RCMP officersand1,000CBSA officers, “andinvest inthe technology to keep our ports safe,” she said. Regardlessofthe servicedeliverymodel,there needs to be specialized training, oversight, fundingand “cutting edge technology,” she said. Seemoreonthis storyonthe web:deltaoptimist.com(underthe Canada Votes 2025 tabin News).
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“IadmireJessy Sahotafor his passionandtirelessadvocacyforpublic safety. IknowJessy willserve asastrongadvocateforDelta.Iam proudlyendorsing hiselectionbid.”
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“FarmersinDeltahaveenduredmanychallengesoverthe last10years. We need arepresentativein Ottawawho willchampionour concerns aroundthehighcoststogrowfreshandlocalfood. Jessy Sahotaistheonlycandidatethat getsit. We need achange.Let’select astrongvoicewho will championlocalfood production.”
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“Isupportleaderswho Iknowwillstandupfor what’s rightinOttawa, evenwhenit’smostdifficult. GettingtoknowJessy Sahota,Iamcertainhewillstandupfor thebest interestsofour community whilemaintainingrespect,integrityandtransparency. Iampleasedtooffer Jessy mysupport.”
AMARJITDHADWAR DELTAPOLICEPIPEBANDANDLONGTIME DELTAVOLUNTEER
“JessySahotaissomeonewhorecognizestheimportanceofserving ourcommunityandgivingbacktoitthroughvolunteerism.Hehas spentthousandsofhoursvolunteering for youth programs,the food bank,andcoaching sportsinDelta. Weneedtoelectmorepeople likeJessy.”
Vancouverportsuestwomarinebusinessesforoilspilldamages
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Theoperatorof B.C.’s largest port wants two companiesoperatingon foreshore lands topayfor damagesforanoil spill, as wellasordersthat a lease hasexpired andthe twoaretrespassing.
VancouverFraser Port Authorityfiled a noticeofcivil claim against Canadian Industrial Development Corporation(CIDC) and Perimeter Construction Ltd., both withofficesin Langley, April9,in B.C. Supreme Court.
The suitcentreson foreshoreandFraser River landsin Delta, whichthe claim saidthe port manages.
The claim saidCIDC leased theproperty March31,2013, to Feb. 28,2018, but remained
usingitonamonth-tomonth basis. Perimeter, the claim said,isaCIDCrelated businessand carrieson business at the property.
The claim said barge loading, unloadingor repairactivities at the
site resulted ina spillof heavyoilorotherenvironmentcontaminants July 28,2023. On Jan.11,2024,the claim said,the port declaredthelease terminatedanddirectedCIDC to cleanup beforeleaving
the land.
The claim saidCIDC didnotfulfilthose requirements by June30, 2024.
The port againissued anotice to vacate July 16,2024, but saidCIDC didnotandcontinued to
submit rent payments.
The port saidit sent nineletters between July 18,2024,and March21, 2025, sayingthelease had been terminated and returnedthe payments.
The claim saidthe defendantscontinue
transhipping, loading or unloading cargo without port authorization.
The port is seeking a declarationthat thelease was terminated June 30,2024,that the defendantsaretrespassing, an injunction requiringthe defendants to vacate the land,andadeclaration that CIDCis responsible forinvestigating, monitoring or remediatingthe oil spill.
Noneoftheallegations have been proven incourt.
Thefirmscouldnot be reachedforcomment.
Port spokesmanAlex Munro saidCIDCis a private business, andnot afederal agency,that previously leased federal port landsfromthe port authority. Perimeter Constructionisa related businessthat operated at theleased site, he said.
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The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority manages Lower Mainlandportlands.
Ladnerhousingdevelopment would see reductionin requiredparking
SANDOR GYARMATI
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Deltacouncil hasgrantedpreliminary approvalforan application to builda six-storey market rental buildingonaLadnerTrunk Roadlot.
The rezoningproposal would see thenew purpose-built78-unit rental building at 5737Ladner Trunk Rd., next to a gas stationandtheintersection at LadnerTrunkand57th Street.
The application by Maple Leaf Homesisconsistent withtheneighbourhood centresandcorridors designationinthenewOfficial Community Plan(OCP).
Theproposalinvolvesthe closure, dispositionand saleoftheexisting roaddedication at the east portionof the site inorder to create aconsolidated development parcel.
Theprojectincludesindoor and outdooramenityareasandgroundlevelenclosed parking.
Councilasked staff to work with the applicant, beforecouncil considersfinal approval,ona landscapeenhancementplan to make the at-
ground parkinglessnoticeable.
Theproject would see40 residential parking spaces, twovisitor parking spaces, seven car-share parking spaces and83bicycle parking spaces.
The car-share program, proposed to be operated by the owner, wouldallow future tenants to borrow vehicles.
A staff report notestheproposal doesnotmeetthe car-sharing parking regulations under Delta’s zoning bylaw becauseit would be managed by the owner, so theproposed car-share spaces have not been counted towards theon-siteparking requirements.
The applicant has appliedfor several variancesincluding reducing the minimum required parking spaces from67 to 42 spaces.
A report onthe publicfeedback on the applicationnotesthat a recurring concern wasthat the development wasnotproposingenough parking spaces.
Sayingthey can’t“turna blind eye” neighbouring streets will be impacted by parking, Coun.Alicia Guichon was theonlymemberofcouncil to vote in opposition.
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OPINION
TransLink’s futuremayride onvehiclelevy
ROB SHAW GlacierMedia
Could vehiclelevies be on the way to help fund Metro Vancouvertransit?
That’stheleading possibility, afterthe B.C. government revealed April10,itis preparing to create a totally newfunding sourceforTransLink by 2027 to helpprovidea stable flowof cash to avoid service reductions.
The surprisenews was buried inside anannouncementthat theprovince wasproviding$312million overthenextthree years to help avoid massive cuts to bus, SkyTrainand SeaBus service,which were matched by TransLink raisingproperty taxes, parking taxesand variousfares.
There have beenthree majornewtransitfunding sourcesfloated by mayors inthe past decade two ofwhichareofficially offthetable.
Mayors have for years wanted a sliceof the$3-billion carbontax to be dedicated to TransLink. Butthe NDP governmenteliminated that taxthismonth.
Another request wasfor roadpricing, ormobility pricing, which could have seenmotorists charged for usingcertain roads, at certaintimes, to helpcontrol congestionandtrafficflow. Butthe government ruled that out Thursday also.
That leaves vehiclelevies asthe last optiononthe tablefornewtransit revenue.
Thelevy would capture electric vehicle driverswho currentlydon’t payany provincialfueltax.
A sliceofthefueltax goes towardsTransLink, but asmore people choose EVs, that revenue stream becomesless reliable.
Someprovinces have already gonedown the vehicle levy road.Albertaleviesa$200annualfeeonEV ownersto payfor road maintenance. Saskatchewan is raisingitsfeefrom$150 to $300on June1. Quebec announcedthismonthit willintroduce a $125 annual feein2027 to helpfund road maintenanceand public transit.
Energy Minister AdrianDix has so far resisted suggestions B.C. tax EV owners to help pay fortransit. However, a Metro Vancouver-specific vehicle levy onall vehicles wouldnotonlycreate new TransLink revenue, butit wouldalso level the playingfield betweenEVand gasmotorists.
Themostlogicalplace to administeranew vehicle levy would be when people go to renew theirinsurance withICBC. The government hasa yearor so to iron outthedetails (andprime the publicforthe change), beforeit will have to preparelegislationin
Housing fairness onthe ballot
There’snoshortage of major issuesinthis Federal Election,fromthe Never 51st Statethreats, to the economic storm triggered by rising tariffs.
But at itscore, thiselectionis about the characterof our nation. Can Canada chart its owncourse with strengthandoptimism,orisittrue that “EverythingisBroken?”
It isunderstandablehow onemight missthedetailsintheleading parties’ platforms.
Oneofthemostimportantdistinctionsliesinhow eachparty plans to tacklethehousingcrisis.
When Liberalleader Mark Carney visited Delta,heunveiled the party’s housing strategy at Intelligent City, a localcompany that buildsprefabricateddesignedhomesusing B.C. engineered timber.
Boththe Liberalsand Conservatives promise to increase housing supply, butthe Liberalplan hasa significant distinctioninthat itbrings thefederal government back into the business of buildingaffordablehousing. Their ambitious goalis to double Canada’s annualhomebuilding rate to 500,000 units,using Canadian materials, technology,and skilled labourasdemonstrated at Intelligent City.
Forthe past 15 yearsof my civic communityengagement withfamilies and seniorsin Delta,housingaffordability hasconsistently been a top concern.
Community Comment
LAURA DIXON
Pricesand rents have soared far beyondthe reachof average-income, evendual-incomehouseholds.As marketpricedoptions becomeunattainable, BC Housing reportsthat waitlistsfor socialandnon-markethousingin Delta have morethandoubledin just five years.
Recently, we have seenthedifference federal investment, in partnership with theprovince,non-profithousingorganizations, andlocaladvocacy can make.
The Evergreen Laneproject, in Ladner, received a $35-millionfederal contributionand last yeardelivered 130 below-market rentalunitsfor seniors and people with varying abilities.
Ifthefederal governmentexpands this kindoftargetedinvestmentand adds to it a national-scale building strategy,communitieslike Delta standa real chance at regaininghousingfairness.
Thisisn’t just a policydetail, but a clear value statementthat everyone
Thetimeforheritageisnow
Editor:
Overthe past six months,the Delta Heritage Society(DHS) hasfaced significant changesand challenges.
In September2024, wewererequired to vacate ourlong-standing administrativeoffice on Delta Streetdue to theLadner Village Revitalizationproject. Sincethen, ouroperations have been run remotely.
In December2024, theCityof Deltaleased the Royal Oaks building in Tsawwassen,forcing another relocation-this time,oftheDHScollection. It now resides in permanent sea-can storage at theAnnacis Island Firehall site. While thisisfarfromideal,the
dedicated staff at the Discovery Centre have worked hard to maintain properpreservationand conservation standards inthe spaceprovided
Still, we know ourcommunity-and ourcollection-deserves better.
Delta’s heritage is at a crossroads. Heritage isn’t just aboutold buildings ordusty artifacts–it’s aboutidentity. It’sthe traditions, languages, and landmarksthat connect us to our past andhelp shape ourfuture. With rapiddevelopmentandaninfluxof new residents, many people areunawareofthe rich, diverse history that hasshaped thisunique community. Ourcollective storyis bothvibrant andvital.
What can you do to help?
Supportthe Delta Heritage Society by becominganactive member.
VisittheDiscovery Centre and Delta ArchivesinLadner. Participateinheritage eventsandprograms acrossthecity.
Share Delta’s stories withfriends,family,and new residents.
Speakup-letthe mayorandcouncil know that preserving Delta’s heritage matters to you.
Together, we can ensure Delta’s history remainsa living, shared legacy —not just for today, butfor generations to come.
Jean Pearce/Delta Heritage Society
Why shouldanyonehave to pay more with vehiclelevy?
Editor:
Re: Rob Shaw: TransLink’s future may rideona vehiclelevy for Metro Vancouver.
Rob Shaw iscorrectin sayingthat EV owners don’t payanyprovincial fueltax, butthat doesn’t meanEV ownersdon’t payanytaxes.
According to ICBC datafrom Tableau Public,there are about 1.6million vehiclesin the Lower Mainland, whichincludes about 93,000EVs. That means about5.8 percentof vehiclesinthe Lower MainlandareEVs. That’s
asmall percentage. What taxesdoEV owners pay today?
The purchaserofa newEV pays GSTand PSTontheprice. Aused EV purchaser pays PST, starting May1. Many EV owners charge their vehicle at homeand GST and PSTare paidforthe materialsand labour to installa220-volt chargingunit. TheEV owner pays GSTonthe BC Hydroelectricityusedin every charge,inaddition totheactualelectricity cost,plusa regionaltransitlevy. Tires, brakesand regular maintenancefor
anEV are also charged GSTand PST.
TheEV owneralso pays generallythe same costsasa gas vehicle ownerfornon-insurance costs underICBC basic insurance such as annual licencefee,road safety fee, driverand vehicle licensingfeeand4.4 percenttax,annually.
Allproperty ownersalso payatax to TransLinkintheirannualpropertytax bill. With the woefulTransLink service we getin Delta, whyshouldanyofus pay moreinanewlevy?
Keith Munro
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Canada Votes2025
Q&AwithJasonMcCormick(NDP)
Editor’s note:All fourfederal election candidatesin Delta were presented withthe samefivequestions and had between750 and800 words to answer.
Q:Areyou worried aboutforeign influence orinterferenceinourelectionsorin Canadian politics?Whatis your partydoing to combatthis?
A: I believe ourelectionsare fair and legitimate. That being said,foreign interferencein Canada is realand serious, the government hasfailed to protect Canadiandiaspora communities and ourelectoral systemfromforeign interference. It is clearthat foreign interference strains Canadians’trust in ourelectoral system. TheNDP will continue to putpressure on the government to takeaction to establish a National Foreign Influence Registry and stronger guidelines outliningwhenthe governmentshouldact.
Q:Whatdoyou consider to be the mostpressingissue in Deltathiselection?
A: WhenIamtalking withthe people ontheirdoorsteps,they’re always talking aboutaffordability. How can anyoneaffordahome? TheNDP will permanently banforeign buyers, close theloopholes speculatorsuse, and invest and buildthree millionhomes that people canactuallyafford We’ll providelong-term, low-interest mortgages, we’ll secure landfornon-market housingandinvest inprefabhousing to lowercostsand buildfaster.
Q: Has Delta been well represented in Ottawa inthe last10years?If not, how canthat be improved?
A: Overthe last 10 years, Carla Qualtrough hasdefinitely represented ourcommunity well. She hada voicein the Liberal caucusandheldfour differentministerial positions,thus,showing herimportance to the Liberal government. We will be lucky to have another representativewho wieldsthatmuch influenceduringthenext term in government.
Q:Whatdoyou consider to be your strongest qualitiesand how would that benefit Deltaifyou were MP?
A: IfI were to be elected as ourMP, the peopleof Deltaneed to knowthat I willalways puttheir interestsfirst
regardlessof partylines.I willalways listen to what they have to say,and I willdo my best to find theanswers to theirquestions. Oneof my greatest strengthsis my ability to finda way to connectand support peopleas they learnnewthings. Peoplelearnindifferent ways and to be successful you have to be able to identifywhich strategy will best supportthisnew learner. Askany ofthe young athletesor their parents that I have coachedin basketballor cyclingandthey willconfirm my ability.
Q: Thefederal government recently hasintroduced pharmacareanddentalcare. Do you supporttheseprograms?
A: TheNDPintroducedthese programsas part of the supplyand confidencedeal withthe Liberal government. Dental care is a huge win for Canadian seniors! Thisprogram allows our seniors to not worry about thecostofa cavityand willhelp them to maintainand keep their teethfor life. Pharmacare isanother winforall Canadians. Now supplyingfree birth controland saving Canadiansthousandsofdollars for people suffering withdiabetes.
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JasonMcCormickistheNDP candidate for Deltainthe federalelection.
Canada Votes2025
Q&AwithJillMcKnight(Liberals)
Editor’snote:All fourfederal election candidatesin Delta were presented withthe samefivequestions and had between750 and800 words to answer
Q:Areyou worried aboutforeign influence orinterference inourelectionsorin Canadian politics?Whatis your partydoing to combatthis?
A: Canada’s democracyshouldnot be takenforgranted. Democracydoesn’t happen by accident, it’s the resultof hard work,learning andunderstanding It’s somethingthat we must cherishand protect.
I believe that thecitizensof Canada need to be theoneswhoelecttheleadersin ourcountry. That’s why we have anindependent,nationalassociation that oversees ourelection processes using the skillsandknowledge of expertsand seniorofficials.
The work ofthe National Security and Intelligence Committeeof Parliamentarians(NSICOP) must continue.NSICOPisa multi-partycommittee to oversee national security andintelligenceactivities, because thisshouldnot be a partisanissue. Protecting ourdemocracyis our numberonepriority.
Unlikeother partyleaders, Mr Carney hasobtainedhis security clearance. Mr. Carney hasthe maturityand thevision to lead. It’s importantthat all partyleadersobtaintheir security clearance to preventforeign interference from occurring.
Q:Whatdoyou consider to be the mostpressingissue in Deltathiselection?
A: Theurgent need to buildinfrastructure— starting withthe George Massey Tunnel replacement. Thisproject has beendiscussed, studied,and delayed for toolong. Now is thetime foraction. The tunnelisavitalcorridor for residents, workers, and businesses acrossthe region,andcontinueddelays onlyadd to congestion, safetyconcerns, and economicinefficiencies.
Butthe tunnelis just one part of a biggerpicture. Deltaisgrowing,and withthat growthcomestheneed for morehousingthat meetstheneedsof residents at every stage oflife. Housing affordabilityisnot just about price it’s about supply,accessibility,and buildingcompletecommunities. To do
that, we must have theinfrastructure in place to supportsmart and sustainable development.
We must buildina way that strengthens Canada’s economy. That means using Canadian materials,hiringlocal workers, and supportinghomegrown industries. Thisishow we invest in our future by building theinfrastructure we need,thehomes we deserve, and the economythat will carryusforward.
Q: Has Delta been well represented in Ottawa inthe last 10years? If not, how canthat be improved?
A: I sincerelythank Carla Qualtrough forher yearsof service to Delta. Her advocacy, particularly in championingthe Accessible Canada Actand the Canada Disability Benefit, supporting families,anduplifting local businesses, has madea meaningfulimpactin our community. Herdedicationdeserves recognitionand appreciation.
That said, Deltais at a turning point. Withgrowing pressureson our economy,infrastructure, and national security, we need anew voice to meet today’s challenges withfreshenergy and perspective.I may be new to politics, but Ibring42 yearsof livedexperiencein Deltaandadeepunderstandingof the valuesandneedsofthiscommunity.
Under Mark Carney’s leadership, we have the people withexpertise, vision, andcredibility to take bold,practical stepsforward. We must ensure that Delta’s voiceis representedinOttawa —notPierre Poilievre’s voicein Delta.
Q:Whatdoyou consider to be your strongest qualitiesand how would that benefit Deltaifyou were MP?
A: I believe my strongestqualitiesare my entrepreneurialmindset, my ability to build relationships,and my passion forcommunity.Growingupin Delta infamily-run businesses, I learnedthe valueof hard work,integrity,and perseverance. Workingalongside my parents for over20 years gave me real-world experiencein businessoperationsand adeepunderstandingof theimportanceoflistening— trulylistening— to people’s needs.
Withanentrepreneurial business degree anddecadesof hands-onexperience,I approach challenges withcreativity,determination,anda solutionfocused mindset. Leadership, to me,is
aboutliftingothersup,not standingin front—it’s about buildingconsensus, engagingdiverse perspectives,and advocatingfor whatmatters most to the peopleI serve.
Whetherit’s advocatingforlocal infrastructure, supportingsmall businesses, orensuringfamilies have access to essential services, I’llbring acollaborative, authentic voice to Ottawa onethat’s rooted in Delta,andfocused onitsfuture.
Q: Thefederal government recently hasintroduced pharmacareanddentalcare.
Do you supporttheseprograms?
A: I fully support Canada’s pharmacare anddental care programs. I believe access to essential health services should neverdependonhow much someone earns. Bymaking prescriptionmedicationsanddental care more affordable— particularly forlowerincomeanduninsured Canadians we are addressing oneofthemost significant barriers to health equityin thiscountry.
It’s asmart, sustainableinvestment that savesmoney and lives overtime. A healthier population meansa stronger, more resilient Canada.
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JillMcKnightisthe Liberal candidatein Delta.
Canada Votes2025
Q&AwithJessySahota(Conservatives)
All fourfederal election candidatesin Delta were presented withthe samefive questions and had between750 and800 words to answer
Q:Areyou worried aboutforeign influence orinterference inourelectionsorin Canadian politics?Whatis your partydoing to combatthis?
A: Foreigninterferencein Canadian electionsisdeeplyconcerning.
Earlierinthis campaign,oneof Mark Carney’s Liberal candidates calledfor a Conservative candidate to be turned over to the authoritarian regimein Beijingin returnfora bounty offered by the Chinese Communist Party.
Mark Carney refused to remove the Liberal candidate beforetheyultimately resigned Mark Carneyandthe Liberals proved againwhytheydonot deserve a fourth term.
It’s timeforanew Conservative governmentled by Pierre Poilievre that takes national security seriouslyand puts Canada first fora change.
Q:Whatdoyou consider to be the mostpressingissue in Deltathiselection?
A: Themostpressing issuein Delta inthiselectionisaffordability.After10 years, withcostsupand our economy down, Canadians cannotaffordafourth Liberal term.
The Liberals have pushedupthe benchmarkhousingpricein Metro Vancouver to $1.195million. Youneed toearn$243,300 just to qualifyfor a mortgageonthe averagehome. The Liberals have brokenthe Canadian promiseofhome ownership.
Not to mentionthe rising costof food Food pricesare still rocketing upwards, surging by 3.2 percent over the last year. In the last monthalone, food inflationincreased by 1.9 percent inthe largestmonthly jump in decades.
Seniorsare struggling to buygroceries, and young peoplearefleeing our community becauseofhowexpensiveit is to livein Delta. This cannotcontinue. I willfightforcommon sense solutions that keep generationsof Deltafamilies together.
Pierre Poilievreandthe Conservatives have a Canada Firstplan to make lifemoreaffordableforfamilies and seniors by cuttingincometax by 15 percent, axingtaxes to save home-
buyers $100,000onthe purchase of the averagehomeandeliminatingthe industrial carbontax to save costs for farmers andbringdown food prices.
In addition,onlya Conservative government willallow travelling trades workers to write off the fullcostsof food,transportation,andaccommodationontheir taxes, cut government bureaucracyand redtape by 25 percent to buildhomesfasterandfor cheaper, andprotect seniors’ savings to secure their retirement.
Q: Has Delta been well represented in Ottawa inthe last10years? If not, howcanthat be improved?
A: Deltaneedsa much stronger voice inOttawa Delta hasunique challenges that requirefederal attentionand have been ignored by the Liberals,including dredgingfor the secondary channelsof theFraser River, upgrading ourdikes to protect ourcommunityfromflooding, andfundinga replacementfor the George Massey Tunnel to getcommutersand goods movingfaster.
What is clearisthe Liberals have not given Deltathe attentionit rightfully deservesfor the last 10 years.
This government spends$1billion a week just to service our nationaldebt Can you imaginetheother ways this moneycould be spent to buildupinfrastructureand support young people, families,and seniors? The Liberals have proventheydonot respecttaxpayers’ hard-earneddollars. We need a Conservative government led by Pierre Poilievrethat respectstaxpayerdollars and gets spendingundercontrol.
Mark Carney is recyclingthe same old Liberalpromises that didnot workforthe last decade. It’s timefor a change. It’s timefora Memberof Parliamentwho stands strong for Delta inOttawa,nottheother wayaround.
Q:Whatdoyou consider to be your strongest qualitiesand how would that benefit Deltaifyou were MP?
A: My strongestqualitiesinclude beingdedicated,demonstrating leadership, havingintegrity,and respecting others. Thesearequalitiesand values I have embracedthrough my upbringing withimmigrant parentswho supported my athletics, education,and career development, my yearsof public service withthe Delta Police Departmentwhere
Ihelped peopleonthe worst days of theirlives, my training to win national andinternational multi-sport championships,and my coaching youth sports in ourcommunity.
I believe thesequalities make me the best candidate to serve as Member of Parliamentfor Delta becauseIam a provenleaderwho will fight strongly for ourcommunity.I willnot back down easily.I willalways standupforwhat is in Delta’s best interests.
Icommit to beinghonest with Delta residentsasa sign of respectforthe honourof servingtheminOttawa.
Q: Thefederal government recently hasintroduced pharmacareanddental care. Do you supporttheseprograms?
A: Pierre Poilievre has stated publicly that a Conservative government would protectpharmacare anddental care programs,andnoonewho hasthem wouldlosethem.
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Jessy SahotaistheConservative candidatein Delta.
Canada Votes2025
Q&AwithNatasaSirotic(PPC)
All fourfederal election candidatesin Delta were presented withthe samefive questions and had between750 and800 words to answer
Q:Areyou worried aboutforeign influence orinterferenceinourelectionsorin Canadian politics?Whatis your partydoing to combatthis?
A: Foreigninfluencein Canadian electionsand politicsis a seriousconcern, particularly withallegationsof infiltration by World Economic Forum graduates withinthe currentfederal cabinet,who mayprioritize foreign interests over Canada’s sovereignty.
Additionally, reportsof clandestine Chinese police stationsoperating in citieslike Vancouver, Montreal,and Toronto raisealarms aboutcoercion within Chinesediaspora communities, potentially manipulatingtheir voting behavior to align withforeign agendas.
The People’s Partyof Canada (PPC) addressesthesethreatsthroughitsforeignpolicy,whichemphasizes national sovereigntyandnon-interference. The PPCadvocatesfor strongermeasures to counterforeign influence,including stricter oversightofforeign-funded organizationsandenhancedprotectionsforelectoralintegrity, to ensure Canadian politics servestheinterestsof Canadiansalone.
Q:Whatdoyou consider to be the mostpressingissue in Deltathiselection?
A: Thefailinghealthcare system, which hasleft residents struggling to accesstimelyandadequate medical care. The recent closuresofthe Delta Hospital’s emergencydepartment, due to physicianshortages, have forced residents to travel to overburdened hospitals in Surrey or Richmond, where waittimes can reach18hours. Increasingwaittimes for specialistsand surgeriesfurtherexacerbate thecrisis, with over90 percentof Delta HospitalER patients waitingmore than10hoursforadmission.
The lack offamilyphysicians is acute, withnearly oneinfiveBritish Columbians— roughly900,000 people withoutaprimary care provider, pushing residents to rely on strained walk-in clinicsorERsfor basic care. Compoundingthisisthedevastating opiatecrisis,which has claimed countlesslivesin Deltaandacrossthe region,
driven by inadequate addictiontreatmentandmentalhealth support. The PPCproposes to addresstheseissues by advocating forincreasedhealth-care funding, incentivizingphysician recruitment, andexpandingaddiction-recovery programs to restoreaccessible,effective care for Delta residents.
Q: Has Delta been well represented in Ottawa inthe last10years?If not, howcanthat be improved?
A: Delta’s representationinOttawa overthe past decade has beeninadequate,failing toaddresscriticalinfrastructureandenvironmental challenges that impactthecommunity’s economy andqualityoflife.
The George Massey Tunnel,avital arteryfor over100,000 daily vehicles, remainsa bottleneck, with severe congestion causingdelaysthat disruptcommutersand goodsmovementalongthe Hwy.99tradecorridor. Despitepromises from DeltaMP Carla Qualtroughandthe federal government, includinga2019 pledge by primeminister JustinTrudeau, federalfundingforthe$4.15-billion tunnel replacementproject—plannedfor completion by 2030— hasnot materialized, withOttawa offering“hundredsof millions” last summerthat theprovince deemedinsufficient.
Similarly,the lack offederalcommitment to dike reinforcementleaves Delta vulnerable to floodingand sealevel rise, with127kmofdikesnotdesignedfor future climate risks, requiringanestimated $10billioninupgrades overthe nextcentury.
Fraser Riverdredging, criticalfor navigationandflood prevention, has been neglected, with secondary channels siltingupdue to the VancouverFraser Port Authority’s refusal tofundongoing maintenance beyondaone-off2013 program, costing Delta’s marine businesses and residentsmillions. Additional issues includeinsufficientfederal supportfor policing at Deltaport To improve representation,the PPCproposeselecting MPswho will relentlessly advocatefor Delta’s priorities. Stronger,independent voicesin Parliament, free from party-line constraints, wouldensure Delta’s needs are nolonger sidelined.
Q:What do you consider to be your strongest qualitiesand how wouldthat benefit Deltaifyou were MP?
A: Asa candidatefor Delta’s MP, my strongestqualities stemfroma varied andaccomplished backgroundthat equipsme to serve thecommunity effectively.Iintend to make thefederal governmentaccountable to the peopleit serves, drawingon my extensiveexpertise todeliver results.Asa teacher,I have educated thousandsof students inlocal independentand public schools, teachingfrom kindergarten to graduate level.
Witha PhDin mathematics education,Imentored new teachers at UBC, honing my leadership,communication, andcollaboration skills. My engineering backgroundfuels my sharpcritical thinking, problem-solvingand teamwork abilities,while my research, published
in top journalslike Educational Studies in Mathematics, reflects my scientific mindset. Havingfounded a successful business, whichisnow over20 yearsin operation,Iacquired entrepreneurial skills. Beinga beekeeper requires acertainamount of courage, andasamother offour,Ideveloped a wide repertoireof talents.I believe that these qualities and experience equipme very well to represent Delta at the federal level.
Q: Thefederal government recently hasintroduced pharmacareanddental care. Do you supporttheseprograms?
A: Yes, I wholeheartedly support both pharmacare anddental care,asIconsidertheseessential humanneeds.
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NatasaSiroticisthe People’s Partyof Canada candidatein Delta.
Citytobringbackvibrancy toElliottStreetWharf
SANDOR GYARMATI sgyarmati@delta-optimist.com
Deltacouncil has approved a seriesof enhancementsaimed at further attracting people to Ladner Village.
The changesfocuson the Elliott Street Wharf, wherethecity has been gathering feedback onideasfor the 2025 Elliott Street Wharf Enhancement Plan.
That planincludes improvements to the wharf,dock ramp, the additionofa kayakdocking systemandthe reconfigurationof the parkingarea.
Anexpressionof interest will be issued to solicitinterest inoperatinga kayak rentalshop or boat tour service at the
Thecitywill formalize fishsalesfrom vessels attheElliottStreet Wharf, allowing commercialfisherstosell theirfresh catchunder conditions.
wharf, whilethecity will alsoformalize support forfreshfish salesand exploreothercommercialuses.
“To balance strong community support forcommercialuses at Elliott Street Wharf with concerns about over-
ProudlyServingSouthDelta
commercialization, staff willfocusonthecommercialactivitiesthat received thehighestlevel of public support: kayak rentals, boat tours, food trucks andcommercial fish salesfroma vessel,”a report to council explains.
Asforfood trucks, the report notes staff will reviewthecity’s Mobile Food and Beverage VendorProgram to assess whetherthewharfis a suitablelocation forfood trucks that complement, ratherthancompete with,nearby restaurants. The Elliott Street Wharf enhancements will be completed this spring. It isexpectedthat further enhancements will be proposed over the next few years.
Cityamendsgarbage collectionrules
SANDOR GYARMATI
sgyarmati@delta-optimist.com
TheCityof Delta willamend its garbage collection regulation to assist those withphysical challenges.
Council last week agreed with a recommendation to amendthe regulation’s stickerprogram to includean optionwhere residents withdisabilities and/orphysical challenges can,onan annual basis, applyforfree additional garbage stickersto meettheirhouseholdneeds.
It wouldaddresstheadditional disposalneedsofadultdiapers, padsand other personalhealth care items.
A staff report alsonotesthe general managerofengineering, or designate, will reviewthe applicationsanddetermineifthe residentqualifiesforthe extra stickers.
Theadditional stickers willallow those residents to breakuptheir garbageloadinto multiplesmaller bags, which will make it easier to bring garbage to the curb anddeal withthe overall wastequantity generated,the report explains.
Currently,homeowners candispose
Thecitywillbe providingfree extra stickerstoqualifying residents.
up to two garbagebins, each up to 100 litresin volumeand25 kilogramsin weight. Recognizing that residents may need to occasionally dispose of garbage inexcessofthat limit, the cityprovides 12 stickers annually,includedinthe collection schedule mailer. In addition to the12free stickers, residents may also purchase additional stickers. Whenplacedon garbagebinsor bags,the stickers signal to the garbage collectorsthat theadditional itemsare eligiblefordisposal.
Coun. Dan Boisvert broughtforward themotion to amend the sticker policy, sayinghe had received correspondence fromaconcerned resident regarding their aging parentsand their wastedisposalneeds.
Presentthiscoupontoredeem. Nottobecombinedwithanyotherpromotion.
Deltatonolongerpayforitstree rootdamagetodriveways
SANDOR GYARMATI sgyarmati@delta-optimist.com
Council last week approved an update to Delta’s city tree removal policywhenitcomes to root damage to driveways.
Thecityis responsiblefor managing its owntreesand will remove atree ifit isanundesirable candidatefor retentionorifaproperty owner hasdemonstrated to the satisfactionofthecity that the damage presents,orislikely to present, unacceptable risk to person orproperty,and bothmitigationand removal willcontinue to be at thecity’s expense.
However, thecity willnolonger be doing work directlyorfunding work to repairor replacedriveways, which are privateproperty assets, a policy that is alsoinplacein severalother communities.
A staff report alsonotes that,under the Local Government Act, a municipality“isinno case liable for damages” unlessnotifiedinwriting within two
Thecityistransitioning away from repairingor replacingdrivewaysthat have sustainedsignificantlong-term damagefromunreportedcitytree rootissues.
monthsfromthe date on which damage wasallegedly sustained. Due to the slow nature ofdriveway damage,leavingdriveway damage up to the property owner to resolveis a defensible positionforthecity to take inthe eventofa claim,the report adds. Thecitynotes early intervention can make mitigation efforts easierforthe cityanddriveway repairs easierforthe property owner.
ProposedChisholmStreetMixedUseRezoningApplicationinLadner Village Address: 4940,4952 &4958ChisholmStreetand4910,4914,4918& 4926DeltaStreet FileNo: LU009745
TheCityofDelta is proposingto rezoneand consolidatesevenpropertiesinLadner Village to allow forafuturemixed-use development thatcould includea rangeofuses suchastourist accommodation,commercialretailand restaurants.
Deltaishostinganin-person, drop-in format, Public Information Meetingforthisproject giving youtheopportunityto learn moreand provide your feedbacktothe City.
Applicant: CityofDelta
COUNCILCONSIDERATIONOFBYLAWS–MAY5,2025
NoticeisherebygiventhatDeltaCityCouncilwillconsidergivingfirst,second,andthirdreadingstothebylawsreferencedbelowatitsRegularMeetingat 5:00p.m.onMonday,May5,2025attheNorthDeltaCentrefortheArts,Theatre,1142584Avenue,Delta,BC.
FileNo.LU009671(BylawNo.8498)
Location: 1194492Avenue Applicant: LukasWykpis,KeystoneArchitectureandPlanningLtd.
Proposal: ApplicationforRezoning,DevelopmentVariancePermitandDevelopmentPermitinordertosubdividethesubjectpropertyinto twolotsandallowconstructionofasix-storeyapartmentbuildingandeightthree-storeytownhousebuildings.Thisapplicationisconsistent withDelta’sOfficialCommunityPlan.
DeltaZoningBylawNo.7600,2017,AmendmentBylawNo.8498
Toamend“DeltaZoningBylawNo.7600,2017”byrezoningportionsofthesubjectpropertyfromComprehensiveDevelopmentZone No.53(C.D.53)to:
• Apartment Residential6 Zone (RA6)topermita six-storeyapartment building with 140marketapartment units on proposedLotA;and
• TownhouseResidential76Zone(RT76)topermit51three-storeytownhouseunitsonproposedLotB.
DevelopmentVariancePermitLU009671
Tovarythefollowingprovisionsin“DeltaZoningBylawNo.7600,2017”,
1. Section13.50.5(a)byreducingtheminimumrearsetbackoftheapartmentbuildingonproposedLotAfrom7.5m(25ft)to6 m(20ft).
2. Section13.24.8byreducingtheminimumlotwidthforsubdivisionofproposedLotBfrom30m(98ft)to7.5m(25ft).
DevelopmentPermitLU009671
ADevelopment Permitto addressthe form andcharacterof theproposeddevelopment in theScott Road Corridor (SRC) DevelopmentPermitArea.
Approvalofthe Development Permitis delegatedtothe General Manager, Development,asper “Development Application ProceduresBylawNo.8347,2023”.
StaffContact:DeepinderDhaliwal,Planner,604-946-3395
FileNo.LU009764(BylawNo.8436)
Location: 536012Avenueand1146,1156&117053AStreet Applicant: ArcStudioArchitectureLtd.
Proposal: ApplicationforRezoningandDevelopmentPermitinordertoconsolidatethesubjectpropertiesanddevelopasix-storey mixed-usecommercialandresidentialbuilding.ThisapplicationisconsistentwithDelta’sOfficialCommunityPlan.
DeltaZoningBylawNo.7600,2017,AmendmentBylawNo.8436,2025
Toamend“DeltaZoningBylawNo.7600,2017”byrezoningthesubjectpropertiesfromComprehensiveDevelopmentZone286(CD286) at536012AvenueandSingleDetachedResidential1(RS1)at1146,1156,and117053AStreettoComprehensiveDevelopmentZone52 (CDZ52)topermitasix-storeybuildingwith67marketapartmentunits,commercialspaceatgradeandtwolevelsofundergroundparking.
DevelopmentPermitLU009764
DevelopmentPermitanddesigncovenanttoaddresstheformandcharacteroftheproposedmixed-usecommercialandresidential building,whichislocatedpartlyintheTsawwassenTownCenter(SD1-A)DevelopmentPermitArea.
ApprovaloftheDevelopmentPermitisdelegatedtotheGeneralManager,Development,asper“DevelopmentApplicationProcedures BylawNo.8347,2023”.
StaffContact:AlexCauduro,Planner,604-952-3163
FORMOREINFORMATIONREGARDINGTHEPROPOSALS
Materialsrelatedtotheproposalssuchastheproposedbylaws,detailedmapsandotherinformationmaybeinspectedatDeltaCityHall,4500ClarenceTaylorCrescent,Delta,BC, MondaytoFriday,excludingstatutoryholidaysfrom9:00a.m.to4:00p.m.fromThursday,April24,2025toMonday,May5,2025.Ifyouhaveageneralinquiryregardingtheproposal orifyouwouldlikeassistancetoinspectanyrelevantdocumentation,pleasecontacttheDevelopmentDepartmentbyemailatdevelopment@delta.caorbyphoneat604-946-3380. Correspondencereceivedupto10:00a.m.onFriday,May2,2025willbeincludedintheAgendapackage.Allcorrespondencemustincludeyournameandfulladdressandwillform partofthepublicrecordfortheproposalandbepublishedontheCity’swebsite.
� Email: mayor-council@delta.caOR
Writeto:MayorandCouncil,CityofDelta 4500ClarenceTaylorCrescent Delta,BCV4K3E2
Wepause every April28thtoremember workerskilled and thosewho still suffer from awork-related injury or illness,their livesand livelihoods forevercompromised.
Please takea moment of silence to reflect on thesefallen workerson this day.
JOIN CUPE 454 FOR THEDAY OF MOURNING CEREMONY
Pleasejoinourceremonyat 10:45 at Rotary park in Ladner.
MetroVancouverstillmoving forwardonfoodstrategy
SANDOR GYARMATI sgyarmati@delta-optimist.com
Metro Vancouver will continue to pushforward withanupdated regional food strategy despite a recommendation to abandontheinitiative.
Firstcreatedin2011, the strategy is aimed at supporting “a collaborative approach to creating a sustainable, resilient, andhealthyfood systemthat contributes to the well-beingofall residents,the economic prosperity ofthe region, andtheconservationof our ecological legacy.”
To implementthe strategy,the regional districtin2016,incollaboration withmember jurisdictions,created the Regional Food System Action Plan.
yearnoted the regional planningcommittee recommendeddiscontinuing work on the strategy, butthat wasnot supported. The board agreed that the chairshouldwrite aletter to the Ministry ofAgricultureand Food requestingitfulfills itsobligations whenit comes to food systems.
Work onthe strategy continuesandthefocus will be to identifyactions within Metro Vancouver’s mandateas wellas advocacyitemsforthe provinceandotherorganizations.
A Metro report onthe strategy engagement highlighteda seriesof challengesfacingthe agriculturalindustry, includingthe current lack of agriculturaland food infrastructure.
need forinvestments to fill gapsincriticalassets,” the report notes.
The report also says oneofthe recommended actionsisa region-wide food assetinventory which wouldprovide a baselineforthefood system,identifying gaps andassets such ascold storage, localdistributors andprocessing facilities.
TheCityof Delta’s newAgricultural Plan, endorsed by councilin 2023, statesthat across B.C.,there has been a shift away fromcentralized farmproductprocessing facilitiesand a consolidationoffarm operations,leading to greaterdemandfor larger on-farmprocessing and regionalfacilities. That pressure is also beingfelt by Deltaproducers.
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Metronotesthat, since 2011,the regionalfood system has been challenged by many localand externalfactorsthat have affected food security inthe region,including climate change andits increasing impactson localcropqualityand yield,as wellas changing retail structuresand supply chaindisruptions, amongother issues.
A staff report to the Metro board earlierthis
The regionalfood system has seenadeclinein food infrastructure, such as storageandprocessing facilities,according to the report,addingitis makingit harder to sustain localproduction.
“For instance,organic blueberryproducersin the region lack sufficient processing and storage facilities, making it difficult to maintainand expandlocalproduction. Thislosshighlightsthe
During consultations with Deltafarmersonthe newplan,a lack offoodprocessing opportunities wasidentifiedasanarea inneed ofdevelopment. Most large-scale vegetableprocessing operations have left theFraser Valley becausethey rely ona largerfarming land base.
It wasalsonoted the future may be in small processing operations locatedonfarms.
MetroVancouverreleases waterqualityreport
SANDOR GYARMATI sgyarmati@delta-optimist.com
TheCityof Deltaannual water-main flushingis about to wrap up.
Delta’s water system servicesan areaof approximately18,100hectares including North Delta, Tsawwassen, Ladner, Tilbury,Annacis Island, Deltaport, Boundary Bay Airportand the BC Ferries terminal.
A staff report to council last summer concludedthecityprovided drinking waterincompliance withthe B.C. Drinking WaterProtection Actand the B.C. Drinking WaterProtection Regulation.
The2023drinkingquality report noted staffconducted approximately1,266 water sample testsfrom Delta’s drinking waterdistribution system,which were obtainedfrom34 sampling stations.
A Delta water-quality report for2024 will be made publicthis summer.
Meanwhile,anew Metro Vancouver staff report to the region’s watercommitteenotesallofthe waterquality
parameters monitored by Metroforthe regionaldrinking water supplyalso met provincial waterquality regulationsand thefederal Guidelinesfor Canadian Drinking Water Quality, withthe exceptionof turbidity at anunfiltered Coquitlam source.
Theelevated turbidity wasthe result ofa major atmospheric river eventin October2024,that resulted inintensive rainfall, but multipleprotection barriers helped to maintainhigh-qualitydrinking waterforthe region,the report notes.
TheGreater Vancouver WaterDistrict (GVWD)2024 Water QualityAnnual Report is required under theprovincial Drinking WaterProtection Regulation and Metro Vancouver’sDrinking Water Management Plan.
Theannual report summarizes the analysisof approximately169,000 tests conducted on samplescollected from the GVWD source reservoirs, water treatmentplantsandtransmission system, as wellasmicrobiological water quality testingof member jurisdictions’ systems supplied by the GVWD. April 24,2025
BC &ALBERTA GUIDEDOGS GUIDE DOGSAUTISMSERVICE DOGS OSI-PTSDSERVICEDOGS
BC &ALBERTA GUIDEDOGS
Momentumisbuildingatthe Victor &AnnaKern Breeding& Training Centre ofExcellence. Externalstud walls arecomplete, roof waterproofingisunderway, and sheathingisbeing addedtoprepfor doorsand windows. Inside, level onewalls aregoingup, with electrical and mechanical systemsset to follow.
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We’reexcited to welcome Joe, Tulip, Heidi, and Summer,a newlitterof futureGuide and ServiceDogs. These tinypupsare beginning theirjourneytoproviding independence, support, and companionship to those in need.
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Enjoya gourmetdinner, excitingauctions,and inspiring stories at TsawwassenSprings,Delta,BC. .It’sanight of celebration, inspiration, and makingadifference!
Secure your spot today!
Jazzagalsunderthedirectionof Gayle Rutt whobringa
WanderInn Cafe this Saturday, April 26.
WanderInnCafésettoserveup anothergreatnightofentertainment
The Wander Inn Cafeisopeningthe doorsthis Saturday, April26 at 7 p.m. and welcomes everyone to comeand enjoy great entertainment.
Openingthe7:30 p.m. show with somefavouritesand some sing-along tunesare Lizand SteveAlexander;followed by Jazzagalsunderthedirection of Gayle Rutt whobring acelebration of
jazz style music to their audience. Enjoygreat music, yummytreats,nonalcoholic beverages, and makingnew friends Entranceis$10/person; children 12andunderareadmittedforfree.
The Wander Inn Cafetakesplace insidethe Lighthouse Church at 5545 LadnerTrunk Road. -Submitted
Community
BoundaryBayMontessori studentsshineonworldstage
Congratulationsarein orderfortheGrade6and 7 students at Boundary Bay Montessori School, who recently returned fromanunforgettableexperience at the Montessori Model United Nations(MMUN)conferenceheldin Marchin New York City.
TheMMUNoffers a uniqueandimmersive, year-long educational journeyfor students aged nine to 12,introducing them to thecomplex worldofdiplomacy,globalaffairs, andcollaborativeproblem-solving.
Theexperience culminatesinaninternational simulationofthe United Nations General Assembly,where young delegatestakeonthe rolesofdiplomats, engagingin real-worlddialogue on someofthe world’s mostpressing challenges.
This year,the Boundary Bay Montessori delegation proudly represented Brazil,showcasingmonthsof careful research andthoughtful preparation.
The students participated ina variety
Thestudentsparticipatedina varietyof specializedUN committees, includingthe World Health Organization (WHO),theDisarmamentand International SecurityCommittee(DISEC), the UnitedNations WomenAssembly(UNWA),andthe Foodand AgricultureOrganization(FAO).
of specialized UN committees,includingthe World Health Organization(WHO), theDisarmamentand International Security Committee(DISEC),the United Nations Women Assembly (UNWA),and the Food andAgriculture Organization(FAO).
Across thesecommittees, theyexplored anddebated criticalglobal topics such as The Right to Food, Engaging Boys and Young Menin Gender
Equality,and Universal Health Care.
Our delegates were prepared to discuss complex topics,develop resolutionplans,and negotiate withalliesand adversariesalike—all withtheunderlying goalofglobalcooperation to solvetheissues affectingnot just Brazil, butcountriesaround the world. Thisprocess demandsexceptional skillsin research and writing, public speaking,
problem solving, conflict resolution,collaboration, andconsensus-building. Throughthistransformativeexperience, students developed a deeper understandingofinternationalissuesanddiscoveredtheempowering realizationthat they have a voice—and can be leadersof change.
“I was so nervous at first,” one student reflected “ButonceI started working withotherdelegatesfromaroundthe world,it just connected us so quickly.”
Their words reflect what makesMMUN so powerful—theopportunityfor young people to form meaningful,crossculturalconnections throughshared goalsand respectfuldialogue.
Theentire Boundary Bay Montessori communityisbrimming with pride at the students’ accomplishments. Their intelligence,compassion, andconfidenceleft a lastingimpression— not onlyasambassadors oftheir school, butas emergingleadersin our interconnected world.
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TSAWWASSENLAWNBOWLING CLUB OPEN HOUSE
WINSKILL PARK
SATURDAY,APRIL 26TH &SUNDAY, APRIL27TH 12-3PM
The Rotary Clubof Tsawwassen isproud to announcea$50,000 donation to the BC &Alberta Guide Dogs’ Capital Campaign, supportingtheconstructionof a newBreedingandTraining Centre of Excellence.
Thecommitment wasinspired by acompellingpresentation delivered in June2024 by Bill Thornton,CEOof BC &Alberta Guide Dogs.
Thorntonshared howthe new facility will reduce waittimesand expandaccess to professionally trained guidedogsfor peoplewho areblindor have low vision,as wellas servicedogsfor children with Autismand Veteransand First Responders withOperational Stress Injuries such as PTSD.
Motivated by thepresentation, two club members immediately volunteered for the organization’s
puppy raisingprogram. The club then rallied behinda largereffort to supportthe campaign financially.
“WhenIheardthis newcentre wouldallowtheorganization to doublethe numberofprofessionallytraineddogsin just five years, Iknew we had to be involved,” said Rotarian Blake Cowan, a board memberofthe Rotary Club’s Charitable Society. “Supporting inclusion,access, andmobilityis a naturalfit with ourmission.”
Rotarian TomSmith,wholed theprojectforthe club,shared a touchingdetail: “Oneofthefirst puppies raised through Rotary’s Puppy Room will be named Gerry, inmemoryofthe Rotarianwho madethisgrant possible.”
Thispledgeunderscoresthe club’s commitment to improving thequalityoflifeinthecommu-
Alberta Guide Dogs representativesmetonthesiteofthenew breedingandtraining centre whichisduetoopenJanuary 2026.
nityandexemplifiestheirmotto “Service Above Self.” -Submitted
PHOTO COURTESY TSAWWASSEN ROTARY CLUB Tsawwassen RotariansandBC
Community
LadnerElementary to rep Delta at Reading Link CommunityChallenge
The atmosphere was filled withanticipationon Tuesday, April15,duringthe 2025 Delta Reading Link Challenge.
Nineteen teams gathered in the Ladner Elementary gym to represent 10 schoolsfrom North Delta,fivefrom TsawwassenandfourfromLadner.
The eventdrewa largecrowdof parentsand teachers, whichincluded SchoolDistrict37trustees Val Windsor and Joe Muego, DeltaFriendsofthe Librarypresident Evelyn Funk,and Delta Libraries Manager Courtney Robinson.
Afterthree rounds of questions,there wasa clear winner!
Congratulations to the On the Same Page teamfromLadner Elementary - Olivia, Julie, Midori, Karissa, Abby -along withtheir Learning Support teacher, Carole Abercrombie.
The team represented Delta at theFraser Valley Regional Library Community Challenge,facing teams
fromacrosstheFraser Valley region last night, Wednesday, April23, at the KPU Langley Campus.
The FVRL Reading Link Challenge is a yearly eventthat encourages reading asafunand recreationalactivityfor grade4and5 students ofall reading abilities to engage in the sport of reading. Interested students form teamsof sixplayers. Teamsareaccountablefor knowing thecontentsof six books, with each teamplayer responsiblefor reading at least onetitle.
Students getthe books (provided by FVRL)in Novemberand readuntil February.Afterthe Delta Challenge, the winning teamcompetesin the FVRL Community Challenge withthe hopesof representing FVRL at the regionalGrand Challenge,wherethey’ll compete against teamsfromother publiclibrariesfora chance to winthe Reading Link Challenge Trophy.
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JointheCityNatureChallengefromApril25to28
TERRY CARR DeltaNaturalists Society
The Delta Naturalists SocietyandtheCityof Deltainvitemembers ofthe public, young orold, to jointhemon theannualCity Nature
Challenge. This challenge happensonthe same dates aroundthe world.
In 2024 Metro Vancouverplacedfirst in Canada outof40cities withthegreatest number ofobservationsand spe-
cies. Globally we ranked 45th outof690cities.
Helpus recordas many WILD plants andanimalsas possiblethroughout Metro Vancouver-on land, intheair,andin our marineenvironments
-birds, bugs,molluscs, trees, shrubs,fungiand more.
All you need to dois:
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• Make an observation
Hummingbird–oneoftheWILDobservations we couldmakeduringtheCityNature Challenge.
usingphotosor sound recordingsfrom April25 to 28
ins welcome,or register aheadoftime by emailingtheCityof Delta at cae@delta.ca.
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Deas Island Regional Park (meetonthe lawn by the Rowing Club)–10 a.m. to noon Delta Nature Reserve (meet at the Planet Ice parkinglot)–10 a.m. to noon Sunday, April27 Boundary Bay Regional Park (meet by the Centennial Beach washrooms)–10 a.m. to noon.
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DeltaYouth Theatrepresents MusicManJr.at EquinoxTheatre
JoinDelta YouthTheatre foran unforgettableexperienceasthey bringthisBroadway classic to life
Delta Youth Theatre(DYT)isthrilled to bring Meredith Willson’s classic musical, The Music Man Jr., at the Equinox Theatre, May2 to 11.
Featuringatalented cast of 60local youth, peppered withaccomplished community members,this timeless productionpromises to be a spectacular showcaseof music, dance, andheartwarming storytelling.
The Music Man Jr. followsthe storyofthe charismatic yet schemingtravelling salesman, Harold Hill, who sets out to conthecitizensof RiverCity, Iowa, by organizinga boys’ band. Hisplanstakeanunexpected turnwhenhefallsfor Marian,the town’s skeptical librarian.
“The Music Man Jr. is ourfirst remount,” says DYT co-directorTracy Neff, reflectingontheproduction’s history. The COVID-19 pandemicdisrupted plans to presenttheshowin spring 2020, but DYTisall about possibility. Thanks to theeffortsofdedicated parents, notablylocal residentLaurie Dawkins DYT regrouped and safely staged an outdoor performance in August 2020.
“It wasanincredible experience, but we knew that one day we wanted to dotheshow againinan environmentwhere people weren’t swelteringinthe
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DYTco-director Tony Bartongrewupinasmall Midwestfarm town just fivehoursfrom the real River City.
“Allofthese characterscould have beentaken straight from my hometown,”he reflects.
Notingtheshow’s relianceon strong acting skills, Bartonemphasizes,“Weare challenging performers to make bold yet believable character choices. It’s the peopleinthis town that make this musical jump off the stageandinto the hearts ofthe audience.”
DeltaChoral Societypresents spring concert
The Delta Choral Society is delighted to announcethat their spring concert, Voicesin Bloom: A Choral Celebration will be held onFriday, May2 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, May3 at 2 p.m. at the Delta Baptist Church in Tsawwassen.
John Williams,thedirectorof allthree choirs, invitesthe Delta Community to comeandlisten to these“joyfulandinspiringcon-
certsthat willdelight peopleofall ages.”
The music, Williams states “rangesfromfolk to pop, from Canadiancontemporary choral to stunningarrangementsof classic hits, with somethingfor everyone!”
Thefour choirs performingare the Concert Choir, the Chamber Choir,the Children’s Choirandthe Youth Choir. Accompanyingthem will be ourpianist, Jeon Mok, as
wellasbrassinstruments and a rhythm section.Aconcert not to be missed!
Tickets can be purchased at www.deltachoral.caor at thedoor Ticketpricesare$30foradults $30.00;$25for seniors/students andfree for childrenunder10. Allproceedsfromconcession sales will go to Deltassist Family and Community Services.
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Audiences canlookforward to beloved songs such as 76 Trombones, Ya Got Trouble, Goodnight, My Someone,and Till There Was You,which have experienced renewed popularity since Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster starredin the2021 to 2023 Broadway remountof The Music Man.
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Formostof us, Easter is over. The painted eggs are starting to getgross, andthe chocolatefrom theEaster bunny has suspiciously vanished! But before we rush ahead to thenextfestivity,I can’thelp but wonderifEaster hasmore to offerus?
We oftenthinkof Easteras just a single day–andfor many people,if we’re beinghonest, it’s oneofonly two days we might evenconsider going tochurch. Butinthe Christian calendar,Easter lastsfor 50 days!
Minister’s Minute
ROB COLLIS
St.Andrew’s Church
marked by polarization, confusion,and uncertainty.
Afriendofmine has spentalotoftimethinking about joy–and every yearheoffersa challenge to celebrate50 days of joy. Every dayheasks God to surprisehim with joy.And at some pointin his day,he spendstime looking back onwhat happened to see when andhow God revealed his joy to him.
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“Be Faithful,betrue, be ablessing”
These50 days are sandwiched between twoofthemostimportantmomentsofthe Christianfaith:Easter Sunday,which just happened,when we celebratedhow Jesus was raised fromthedead,
and Pentecost, when we celebratethecoming of the Holy Spirit. Wedged betweenthe certainty of ourliving Godandthepromise ofhispresence with us,Easterisa season marked by joy! But sometimes joy canfeel allusiveforus– particularly when our worldis
Ithink my heart needs this challenge this year AndI want to invite you to joinme.
I’m going to be readingthroughthe book “Longingfor Joy” by Alastair Sterne,and spendingtime eachday asking to be surprised by joy. You canvisitwww. standrewschurch.ca/ joy to learn how you can joinin.
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Cultivatingapracticeof gratitude
CLAIRENIELSEN
Contributing Writer
Agrateful heartisa happy heart.
Thisisa statement Iintimatelyunderstand and have come to trust, through my own journeyin pursuitofinner peaceand happiness. In my lifeI have experienced a myriadofemotions during timesof profound stress, suffering, chaos, andloss —as wellastimesofimmense joy,bliss and everythingin between.Through itall,I have learnedthat gratitudeisthe virtue withthegreatest power to change perceptionoflifeexperiencesandelevate our stateof being.
Focusing onthe past orfutureoften robsus ofthe presentmoment, butgratitudeis the key to finding happiness and peaceinthe presentmoment.
Ofall positiveenergies,gratitudeisthe easiest tocultivate, yet many people struggle to recognizeitspresenceintheirlives. When working with clients,Ioftenhearthem say, “What doI have to be gratefulfor? My lifeis amess.”Theirfocusis so consumed bywhat
Eventhoughtherearemany waystointegrate gratitudeintodaily life, oneofthemost effective and transformativemethodsis keepingagratitudejournal.
they perceive is lacking intheirlivesthat they overlooktheirblessings.
After validatingtheemotional attachment, I askafew simple but pointedquestions
Afewinclude: “Are you inconstant, unbearable pain?Ifnot, you arefortunate, as many endurecontinuousintense pain. Can you seethecoloursofa sunset or the delicate bloomofflowers? Can you hearthe
laughterof children,themelodiesofbirds, or your favourite song? Do you have food to eat, a roof over yourheadanda bed to sleep in?Are you safefrom politicalor religious persecution? Do you have mobility? Is there someonethat loves you? Do you have a friend?
Therearecountlessblessingsin ourlives that we takeforgranted.If we take even
afewmoments each day to acknowledge them, we greatlyincrease our capacityfor happiness. Things to be gratefulfor can be as simpleasa kind gesture fromafriendor as significant as good health. The capacity to love andknow we areloved,as well as our state ofhealthareacoupleofthe greatest areasforwhich to have gratitude. Eventhoughthere are many ways to integrategratitudeinto dailylife,oneofthe most effective andtransformativemethods is keeping agratitude journal. Journaling rewiresthebrainfor positivityand reduces stress.Iencourage my clients to dedicate a journal solelyforthis purpose, writing init every night before bed —listing five to 10thingstheyaregratefulfor. In the morning, before climbing outof bed, I suggest readingtheentries(and even adding to them). This simplepractice fosters a senseof calmandoptimism, preparingthemind to embracethe day ahead witha positive attitude.I have maintainedthis habitfor years, andits impactistrulylife-changing. ■
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Fighting fibromyalgia
CLAIRENIELSEN
Contributing Writer
Almostadecadeago, afew months afterI was diagnosedwith severe osteoporosisand osteoarthritis,Ialso received the diagnosisoffibromyalgia. I wasobviouslyupset abouttheoriginal osteo diagnosisbutfibromyalgia, really?! Isn’tthisthe disease/disorder that everyone saysis justinyour head becausethereis no real diagnostic test orcure?I wasdevastated.
Forthoseof you whodon’tknowwhat this fibromyalgia is,consider yourselflucky. It isacollectionof symptoms ratherthan a specificillnessandaffectsmiddle-aged peoplemorethan young peopleand womenmorethanmen. It comesonduring or aftermenopause,orafter an accident, otherinflammatorycondition,orinjurydue to repetitivemovement.
Symptomsconsistof overall paininthe body(you hurt fromthe insideof your bones— out),depression, sleepingissues, fatigue, concentrationissues,headaches,
mentaldistressandanxiety. In some people,itaffectsthe gastrointestinal system resultinginbloating, abdominal pain,constipation,and possibly IBS. Fibromyalgia isdebilitating. Thereisno cure buttherearethings we cando to prevent flare-ups.
Therearemedicationsthedoctor may prescribe, butthenon-medicaltreatments include regularexercise(10 minutesthree to fourtimesa day), mindfulnessand de-stressing techniques,counselling, and changing yourdiet.
Nutritionplays a huge role,and eating ananti-inflammatory dietis key.There are foodsthat areknown triggers for fibromyalgia (and other inflammatory conditions),includingadditives such as aspartame, nutra-sweetand MSG (which areallexcitotoxins),nitrates(foundin ham, bacon, baloney), sugar, fructose, corn syrup and simple carbohydrates (baking, candy, softdrinks…), caffeine (coffee, tea, coke, chocolate),whiteflour andgluten,milk and dairy, potatoes, tomatoes, peppers and
eggplant (thenightshade veggies). Iam sure you arethinking rightnow: “What on earth canI eat?”
If you doabitof research on eatingfor inflammation, you willfind many foodsthat arenotknown triggers and may actually help withinflammation, such as avocado,
fish, eggs, turmeric root (not powder), veggies,heart-healthyfood, flax seed, walnuts…(spacelimitsmelistingthemall buttheinformationis outthere).
WhenI wasaffected by my inflammatory conditions,I went onanti-inflammatory medications butafterafewmonths,I was sickerfromthemedsthanI wasfromthe illness.
I started my intense research onthe nutritionalcomponent to treating inflammatoryissuesand was able to take myself off all my medications.I have been pain-free andmedication-free for six yearsnow.I manage my own chronic inflammation with my diet,andconsume my turmeric-ginger tonics.
For many years, I have been lecturing at largehealthand wellnessshowsinthe Lower Mainland(including West Coast Women’s Show, The Healthand Wellness Show, Fraser Valley Women’s Show…) sharingwhat I have learned about eatingan anti-inflammatorydiet.Iam happy to share my speech notes by email withanyonewho is suffering frominflammatoryissues,or anyonewho wishes to avoid food-induced inflammation such as fibromyalgia. Email me at info@elixirforlife.ca. ■
Maintainingmobility withagingmeans planning ahead
BRENDA VRKLJAN
The Conversation
For people who have trouble getting around,stairs, bathroomsand kitchens areamongthe mosttreacherous features oftypical homes, loaded with potential hazards, suchas hard surfaces, slippery floors, accessinghighandlow cupboards, elevationchanges and more.
The dangeris worse at night, especially forolder peopleduein part tochangesin visionandcertain medications. Vehiclesareanother major challenge for people withmobilityissues, especially gettinginto and outofthem,let alonedrivingthem.
As aprofessorof rehabilitation science who researchersand teaches occupational therapy withafocusonoptimizing mobility in laterlife,I spend my working days thinking abouthow to make life better by keeping seniorsliving well and reducing the risks theyface.
In my personallife,Ido my best to help my mother stay healthy.I recognizethat some
oftheadaptedfeatures we made to her dailyactivitiesandliving spacearehelpful tomeknowing, asherprimary caregiver, that herenvironmentis setup to support herindependence.
Older people oftenmissor ignore signs that their own mobilityis waning, because it typically happensgradually. We may not beconscious of how much we’re using ourarms to get outofa chair,that we’re leaning against the walloftheshowerwhile washing, hesitating to pickupadropped item,orlesscomfortabledriving at nightor athigher speeds.
Theseare some of the earlysigns we may needhelp. Sinceit’s easy to missthem, it’simportant to thinkconsciously and deliberatelyto avoidafall or acollisionthat resultsin majorinjury likeabrokenhip, wrist or worse.
No onetakespleasureinadmittingitmight be timeforagrab barora cane, but assistive devices canprevent injury Eventhosewho alreadyuse such devices may not recognize that theirneeds change over time,orthat their equipment— even a cane— may
Olderpeople oftenmissor ignoresignsthattheir own mobilityis waning, because it typicallyhappensgradually.
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need maintenance or replacement. Failing to takeprecautions,though, can have severe and lasting repercussions, so it’s vital to be honest with ourselves. Preventionand risk reduction
The upsideoftaking stock of our situation isthat by preventingfallsand driving safely, we cancontinue to participatefully for much longerthan was possible even a
generation ago. There isplenty of researchtoshow,of course,that dietand exercise can make a significantdifferencein preservingand evenimprovingmobility while reducing vulnerability, but people don’talways pause to considertheirphysicalenvironmentand other strategiesuntilafteraninjury. Hereare some ways you canhelp yourself or someonein yourlifewhosemobility may be waning:
• Installlow lighting even a pluginnightlightor two canhelp—that illuminatesthe pathfrom bedroom to bathroom.
• Adda second handrail to cover both sidesof staircasesinside and outsideof the home,especially steep stairsthat lead to the basementor attic.
• Stay up-to-date withvisionandhearing tests. Alwaysusethe eyeglassesand hearingaids,as prescribed.
• Install“tall” toilets thatmake sittingand standingup easier.
• Scanthe housefortripping hazards, such asthrow rugs,and remove them.
• Re-organizecupboards to putthemost frequently used itemsin easy reach.
• Use non-slipfootwear made with safety inmind.The Toronto Rehabilitation Institute hasdone somehelpful studies onfootwearand safety, includinginice and snow.
• Schedulea home visit fromalicensed occupationaltherapistwho can make recommendations suited to yourmobility needs,includingtakingalook at your mobilitydevices to be surethey are still suitableandarein good working order. An occupationaltherapist together with a qualified contractor canensure grab bars, rampsandotherfeaturesareinstalled appropriately.
• Planaheadforthetime when you can nolonger drive by consideringalternative transitoptionsandlifestyle changesthat might be necessary.
Mobility matters because itallowsus to live independently and participatefully in our everyday activities. By proactively addressing potential hazards, we can enhance ourqualityoflifeandcontinue to enjoy thefreedomthat mobilityprovides. ■
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Theimportanceofbreathingdeeply
CLAIRENIELSEN
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Breathingisthe rhythmic danceof life, andthe most fundamentalprocessof life. It is the firstthing we do when we enter this worldandthe last thing we let go of when we exitit. Breathingnotonly sustainslife but plays apivotal rolein maintaining physical, mental and spiritual well-being. It is thecentreofthetrilogy in body,mind and soul. Not all breaths arecreated equally,andenhanced breathinginvolves choosing adeep breathing technique which, practiced regularly, hasgreat health benefits.
The physiologicalimportanceof breathing
Breathinginvolvesthecontinuous exchange of oxygen and carbondioxide. The respiratory system includesinhalation whichintroduces oxygen to our systems, andexhalationwhich removes waste productswhile balancingthe body’s pH levels.The respiratory system works with thecirculatory system distributing oxygen-
rich blood throughoutthe body,fuelling organsandtissues,and supporting overall metabolicactivity.
If we don’tpractice regulardeepbreathing, we may developa tendency to breathe too shallowly, reducing oxygen intake below optimallevels. Shallow breathingfails to engage thecore—agroupof muscles extendingfromthediaphragm to the pelvic floor Weak core strength cancontribute to poor posture anddiminished pelvic floor function.
Improvedcardiovascularhealth
Properbreathing supports cardiovascular health by improvingcirculation, regulating blood pressure,andoptimizingblood oxygenation. Consistently practicing deepbreathingexercisesenhancesheart efficiency by lowering blood pressure, reducingthe risk of cardiovasculardisease. Detoxification andlymphatic system
Deepbreathingplaysavital role inthe body’s naturaldetoxificationprocess, as exhalationexpels carbon dioxideandother wasteproducts.
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Sevenbenefitsofsocializationforseniors
Oneoftheprimarylessonslearnedduringthe COVID-19 pandemic was how challenging social isolation can be. Social isolationoften goes overlooked, butit’s a keycontributor to poormental health.
Experts statethat itis increasingly important foradults to maintainan active sociallifeasthey age. Thereare many benefitsthat comefrom stayingengagedand socializing withothers.
Thefollowing isalook at seven ways socialization benefits seniors.
1. Regular socialinteractions canhelpolder
adults avoiddepression, anxietyandfeelingsof isolation.
2. Socialengagement canhelp reducethe risk ofcognitivedeclineand dementia because socializing helps to keepthe mindsharpthroughnew experiences.
3. Socializationoften revolvesaroundanactivitythat gets seniorsup andmoving. While being sedentary is alright on occasion,consistentlysittingor layingaround can lead to high cholesterol, weight gainandhigh blood pressure.A2019 study publishedin The Journalsof Gerontology,
SeriesB: Psychological Sciencesand Social Sciencesdetermined that older adultswho interacted with people beyondtheirusual social circleoffamilyand close friends were more likely to have higher levelsof physicalactivity,greater positivemoodsandfewer negativefeelings.
4. Regular social interaction maycompel seniors to embrace healthier eating habits. Social events expose seniors to different types offood,which canhelp them getthe nutrients they need to livehealthy.
5. Regular socialization
canhelp seniorsfeel they areneeded and have a senseof purpose, which can boost self-esteem Engaging withothers often meanscontributing to acommunity,and that can be satisfying.
6. Getting outand interacting withothers can serveasaninformal wellness check, potentiallyalertingfamilyand friends to issuesthat may need attention.
7. Getting outsideand interacting withothers canopen seniorsup to newhobbies. Whether that is participatingin anew sportor joining a club,thereare mental
andphysicaladvantages to engaging socially.
Socializationisan importantfactorin seniors’ overall wellness, andonethat should be discussed along with diet,exerciseandillness management. -Metro Creative
Activities thatpromote cognitive health
Maintainingphysical healthasa body agesis animportantconsideration,andoftenone ofthefirst thingsthat comes to mindwhen peoplethink about being healthy. Yetphysical healthisonlyonecomponentofahealthylifestyle; individualsalso must pay attention to what they do to promotecognitive health.
Physical activity
It isimportant to stay physicallyactive, notonly forthe body, butalsofor thebrain. Harvard Health says research showswhen animalsexercise regularly,the numberoftiny blood vesselsthat bring oxygen-richblood to the brainincrease. More oxygen can reachanarea of thebrainthat is responsibleforthoughtandhelp improvebrainfunction.
Exercisealsolowers blood pressure, cholesterollevelsandblood sugar, allof which can be beneficial to thebrain.
Engagein relaxing activities
Peoplewhoare
depressed, sleepdeprived oranxious tend to score poorlyoncognitivefunction tests. While this maynot be anindicatorofcognitivedecline,it isimportant to engage in behaviorsthat promote happinessand restfulnesssformentalhealth. Meditation, yoga,deep breathingexercises,and activitiesthat helpa personsmileand laugh can be good forthebrain.
Participateinstimulating activities
Stimulatingactivities, like word games, gardening, dancing, orplaying a musicalinstrument, can help maintaincognitive functionandenhance memory, says Healthline Doingthingsthat require mentaleffort canhelp stimulateand maintain cognitivefunctionand also mayimproveemotional well-being.
Read moreoften
Various studiesindicate that reading canpromote strong mentalhealth.
Inaddition to keeping a personentertainedor informed, readingexer-
cisesthebrain. Thereare new words to learn,new scenarios to imagine and locations to envision.
Sharinga summaryof what was read withothers alsohelps work thebrain
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Make new recipes
Browsingthrough a recipe, shopping for the ingredients, puttingthe
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ingredients together,and producingthefinished productall can work the brain.A personis reading, engagingin math, predictingthe results,and utilizing the sensesduring theprocessofcooking. Variousactivities can promote strong cognitive healthand mayhelp to reduceordelay cognitive declinethroughthe years.
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Certainbehaviorsandactivities canhelpimprove cognition.
Promotehealthwiththesedailyhabits
Healthshould be a priority, but toooften life getsinthe wayand individualstakea reactive, ratherthanproactive, approachto their personal well-being. Butliving healthierneed not be so difficult. In fact, research suggeststhat small, positive changesinhowa personlives each daycreates ahealthier person over time.
Thesehealthy habits canhelpindividuals start livinghealthierlifestyles.
Get some exercise: Regularphysicalactivity isoneofthemostimportantthingsa person can doforhisorherhealth.
Exercisehelps manage weight, reducesthe risk ofdisease, strengthens bonesand muscles,and improvesbrainhealth. Agreat place to beginis witha daily walk,which isa simpleandeffective habitthat doesnot requirealotoftimeand no equipmentexcept a good pairof athletic shoes.
Wear sunscreen every day: After washing your face each morning,apply afacialmoisturizer with an SPFof at least 30, orblend equal partsof sunscreenand regular moisturizer, suggests Harvard Health. Useiton
theface,neck, ears,and anythinning hair spots onthe scalp. Skin cancer isthemostcommon type ofthedisease worldwide, and wearing sunscreen canhelp many people avoidit.
Spend timeoutdoors: It takes just afewminutesinthe sun to raise vitaminDlevels. Vitamin Disnecessary for bone andhearthealthand helps to boostmood, says WebMD. Various studies indicate spendingtime ingreen spacespromotes calmandincreases happiness.
Plan your meals: Meal planningisnot just a way
to manage food budgets. It’s also agreatmethod to beingmoremindfulof food choicesand avoidingimpulse buys ormeals thatmaynot be ashealthy asthey can be. Adding moreplant-basedfoods to adietisa good start. Suchfoods can reduce the risk of chronicconditionslikehigh cholesterol and hypertension. Stay hydrated: Hydration supports good digestion,increases energy and mayimprove brain performance, states Harvard Health.Drink a glassof water eachday upon waking upand with everymeal. Older adults
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DELTA SPORTS
DeltaBlueJaysplayerspoisedtotakethenextstep
IAN JACQUES ijacques@delta-optimist.com
The successofthe Delta Blue Jays baseballprogramcontinues to flourish withthe recentannouncement of seven playerssigningcollege scholarships.
Pitcher Jake Fehr has signed with Vernon College in Texas. He hasalso been named to the Canadian National U18 team.
Pitcherandinfielder Finley McConnell has signed withUBCherein Vancouver.
Outfielder Nathan Donnellyisheading to the University of Calgary.
OutfielderBrayden Abendjar has signed with Thompson Rivers University.
Pitcher Taylor Pearce has signed with Bushnell University inOregon.
Outfielder Noah Farnden has signed with UpperFraser Valley.
Andinthe past few weeks, pitcher Ivan Simbulan has signed with Valley City Statein North Dakota.
The Blue Jays program, whichis overseen by Jack Thompsonwhoisthe seniorheadcoachandprogram general manager; CamFrickwho isheadcoach ofthe bantam teamand Matt Clay who istheheadcoachofthe junior team, has seenunprecedented success inthe past few years, winningthree straight national bantamtitles,as wellasleague andprovincial championshipsandlots of tournament success.
That runof successandcommitment to excellenceis evidentinthe number ofplayersfromtheprogram catching the eyesofuniversity andcollege scouts fromacross NorthAmerica.
“That’s thelong-term goalof the team… to get guys to college and to playandtakeitfrom Delta to wherever,” said Thompson. “Thisis my fourth
yearcoachingthe senior team. I think everyonewho has wanted to take that next step has earneda spot somewhere. Youwant to win gamesonthefieldand developthemas teammatesandfriends andthenmoveon to college.”
Thompson saidtheprogram has developeda solid reputationforproducingnotonlyqualityplayersonthe field, but alsoquality individualsoffthe field.
“Obviously,therearethe schoolswho have signed ourplayers before, so they reach outona yearly basis, but some-
timesaplayerdoesn’t want to go to that school, so I have to do some outreach, so I put myselfin charge ofcollege recruitingfor theprogram. To be honest though, most playersfrom ourleague do very well whenthey go to the States, because ourleagueisunder scouted, so we always get positivefeedback from that school.
“WhenIcontacta schoolthat has notheard aboutus,I lay out our past successandtheydotheir own research andquickly realizethat we have excellentplayers.”
The Blue Jays programisoffand runninginitsnew season withthe senior team,whichplays outof North Delta, recently returningfroma tournament inArizonaand wona tournamentin Kelowna.
The bantam team,whichplays out of Tsawwassen,andthe junior team, whichplays outofLadner, have also started strong intheir respectiveleague play “The goal remainsthe samefor all our teams, winleague, win tournamentsandcontinue to buildtheprogram,” said Thompson.
JACK THOMPSON PHOTO
Sevenplayers from the DeltaBlueJaysare universityor collegebound in September.
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1508 STONERIDGELANE
1310966B AVENUE
$2,999,999 #600 -1777
56 St.
3,021sq.ft. 1,874sq.ft. Patio Built 2016
PenthouseOffice Space at NorthgateTower.
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1,376sq.ft.|3Bed/3Bath 2013build
2-levelTownhome.
$1,599,000
1006 Eden Crescent
2,820sq.ft.buildable+garage Lotsize5,640sq.ft. Lot ready to build yourdreamhome this spring. No GST.
11031
RiverRoad
2,068sq.ft.|4Bed/2Bath 1.59AcreLot Stunning Views with Development Potential. $1,399,000
$829,000 #2011280
55 St.
1,341sq.ft.|2Bed/2Bath Built1998 Carl Jensen Built Perfectfor Downsizers.
$2,748,000
1715
Duncan Dr. #4 472854A St. CentralLadner
3,291sq.ft.|5Bed/6Bath 5,769sq.ft.lot
NewBuildin Beach GrovewithStudio.
$1,249,000
$545,000 #113459
RiverRd.
2,638sq.ft.|4Bed/4Bath 42’BoatSlip Largestfloat-home inCanoe Pass Village.
#30620058
Fraser Hwy.
852sq.ft.|2Bed/2Bath Built2012
CentralWillowbrook Open Concept Condo.
3Bed /2 1/2Bath 1,227sq.ft. Open floor plan CITY HOMES, Townhome Twoparking stalls $749,000
$1,498,000
1254
Pacific Dr.
2857sq.ft. 5Bed /4 Bath Executivehome in Stahaken Subdivision.
$1,648,000
1648 Spyglass Cresc.
3,037sq.ft. 4Bed /3 Bath 8,751sq.ft. lot Ideal FamilyHome in ImperialVillage.
$779,999 #132 –5421 10thAve.
1,331 sq.ft. 2Bed/ 2Bath Renovated townhomein Sundial Villa.
Spacious Central Langley CityUnit. $509,000
792sq.ft. 2Bed /2 Bath Built 2020
$2,288,000
1267
Pacific Dr.
4,005sq.ft. 3Bed /3 Bath 11,044sq.ft. lot
Custom Built Rancher with MountainView.
HUGELOTWITHHUGEFUTURE!
2584WESTHAMISLANDROAD $2,660,000
•Prime Location: 3.19-acreparcelonWesthamIsland,offeringthe tranquilityof countrylivingjust10minutes fromurbanconveniences.
•CharmingHome: Features awell-maintained 1,479sq. ft.3-bedroom rancherwith spacious roomsthroughout.
•Outdoor Features: Includes alargegarden area,a storageshed, andbeautifully landscapedsurroundings.
•Expansion Potential: DeltaMunicipalityallowsfor theconstructionofa 3,552sq. ft. homeplus anadditional1,937sq. ft.dwelling, idealfor extendedfamilies.
•UniqueLifestyle: Enjoyaspecial lifestyleclose tonature whilebeing moments awayfromtheamenities ofDelta.
•LargeParcel:17.34-acresquarepropertywithsubstantial roadfrontageanda roughed-inseconddrivewayentrance.
•CharmingHome:Cozy4-bedroomEnglishstylehomewitha4-year-oldroof,fresh exteriorpaint,andnewcarpets.
•EquestrianFacilities:Includes a5-stallbarn,hayfield,andspaciouspasturearea previouslyusedasanequestrianfacility.
•ConvenientLocation:SituatedbetweenLadnerand Tsawwassen,closeto Tsawwassen MillsMall,BCFerries,TFNIndustrialPark,and30minutesfromVancouver.
•Investment Potential:Propertyhassignificantinvestmentpotentialwithfutureport expansionplansandadjacencyto 2BCRailpropertiesneartherailway.
113562216THAVENUE$969,900
•FullyUpdated: This2154sq.ft. 3bedroom townhousewas completely renovatedin 2018bythesuperintendentofconstruction,featuring astunningkitchen withgranite countertops, abreakfastbar,and beautifulcherrycabinets.
•OpenConcept&HighCeilings: Thekitchen flows intothediningroomand sunkenliving room,which boasts11-footceilings andanabundance of naturallight frompianowindows.
•UpdatedBathrooms: Allbathroomswereredone,withthe masterensuitebeing enlarged foradded comfortand luxury.
•Private &ScenicLocation: Theunitisinthe bestspotinthecomplex,awayfrom thestreet,backingontoa greenbeltwithsouth-facingexposure.
•Large Deck &Garden: Features aspacioussideyardwitha garden areaand ahugeredonedeckoffering greatprivacy.
•Large 16,071sq.ft. LEVELlot withoneofthe largestpropertiesinthe neighborhood.
•5-bedroom,2-level home witha 7-year-old roof,hardwoodfloors, and updatesdownstairs.
•Spaciousfloorplan with room for in-lawaccommodations onthelower level.
•Potential forfuturedevelopment: duplex,4 units,oruptoan 8,734sq. ft. home (subjecttoDeltaapproval).
•Prime location, just 15minutes fromeverythingintown—perfectfora growingfamilyseeking bothspaceand convenience.
• DevelopmentSite: 9,545sq. ft.lot,approximately 0.22acres.
• ZoningPotential: MunicipalitysuggestsRM 1orRM2 zoningfora four-storybuilding.
• PotentialAssembly: Sitecouldbecombinedwithadjacentproperties (11659, 11663, and11671 229thStreet) fordevelopment.
• NeighboringDevelopments: Fivelotsnextdoorarecurrently under redevelopment.
• CurrentUse: Familyhomesuitableforrental;sellerpreferslong-term rent back.
•Prime Parcel:20.25-acrepropertywithtwo homesand an8,400sq. ft.barn, locatedona quietsection of 104thnearBoundaryBay andaprivate airstrip. •DrivewayAccess: Future drivewayaccessoffHornbyDrive,suitablefor largetrucks.
•MainHome: A3,162 sq.ft. 4-bedroomrancher,built in1972,renovated in1987,witha roof replaced 12years agoand a30-carcementdriveway.
•SecondHome: A3-bedroom rancher, idealasa future buildingsite.
•Barn:A first-classfacilityusedfor breedingracehorses,witha steelroof andcladding, suitableforvarious farminguseswithgoodnearbyirrigation.
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In Loving Memory of My Husband,Bob Ohori SosadlymissedbyourdaughterKimikoandmyself, as well asallour extended family.
Bobwill be lovinglyrememberedbyusall -a beautifulsoul wholeftbehindsomanyprecious memories forustotreasurealways.
Your kindness, yourgentle nature,andyour unwavering love will remainin ourhearts forever.
With love, Barbara
RuthHarraway
April12, 1919 –May4,2015
Peter Harraway
February23, 1921 –December 17,2013
Son Paul: Mom, Iloveyou.
Daughter Pat: Mom, yousupported Dadandus in ways that have become moreobviousoverthe years: theendlessparadeofcars, theswimming poolsand theirnoise andmess, themanynightswhen Dadwas at appointments, themovefromyour home in London, OntariotoDad’shome; White Rock, BC., thecountless hoursdevoted to my swimming.Myloveand admirationgrows as Irealizehow muchyousacrificed to give Dadand your four childrenunconditional love.Dad hadanamazing life andwas thebest father because of you.Your last wordstome were“I love you”.How lucky amI to have thesewords as my last livingmemoryofyou? Imissyou every day andwishI could have one more hour.
Son Rob: Momgave up herentireprevious lifetojoin Dadand laterusin ours. Momwas thecentralpillararound whichour livesplayedout…Quietly and without complaint,Mom wasthe sourceofcountless bag lunches for us as schoolkids,and thearchitect of thewarmthand securityoffamily dinnersyearinandyearout.Mom wasthere in freezingarenasforhockey practiceand would sitwithmefor hoursteaching me toread.Mom was the intellectualyin to Dad’sgregarious yang Herwatercoloursandother art surround andremindmedaily of thetalent andtruly finemindthatlay behind that familiarface Thank you Mom, Iamforevergrateful.
Daughter Phyllis: Mom, tenyears andDad, twelve years,since youhave passed –sohardtobelieve.Oncesad, Iremind myself of thefondmemories youboth have provided me.Smilingatthe antics Igot into;oneof whichwas bringing home strayanimals (and thereweremany) andyoubothnever, evercomplained. ThelegacyyouandDad left continues …I can’t begin to thank youbothforproviding me afabulousexample to liveby. Loveyou and missyou.
We aredeeplysaddened to sharethe sudden passingof Charles(Chuck) Walter Caughill: Born May6,1945, in IroquoisFalls,Ontario,andpassed away on April10,2025, in Tsawwassen, BC.
Chuckwaspreceded in deathbyhis devoted parents, Rudand Gwen Caughill.
Chuckwas aproud memberof theRCMP, wherehe trainedat theRCMPAcademy, Depot Division in Regina, Saskatchewan,and completedhis training on February28, 1966. Thehighlightofhistraining wastheopportunity to care forand ride thebeautiful RCMPhorses. Chuckwas transferred firsttoSidney, BC,followedbyCourtenay, wherehewaspromoted to therankof Corporal,PortMcNeilastheheadof theDetachment,ShawniganLake, and Quesnel, whereheretired in 1989.
Chuckmadedeepand lastingfriendships in every community he lived. However, hisyearsin Tsawwassenwerehis happiest, andhisfriendships herewereparticularlyspecial. Chuckwas much lovedbyhis BeachGrove neighbours, especially his bestfriend Dave Szaboand Dave’s wife Lori. Chuck and Dave had alittleconstruction businessthat we thinkwasnamed “Good Enough Construction”witha very sound businessmotto,“Don’tcallus, we’ll call you.”
Chuckwill be fondlyremembered by hischildren, Kelly(James),Simonand Jessica (Elliot);brother Bill (Barb);sisterDiana (Joe)and theirchildrenNeil (Karina),Lisa(Darcy),Allison (Jeremy) and Michael (Lisa).Bill and Barb’s grandchildren, Olivia,Ainsley and Tyson,held aspecialplace in Chuck’sheart, and he will also bedearly missedbyhis grandchildren, Ryan, Alexa, Courteney, Charlotte, Olivia and Hazel. Finally,hewill be missed by hisbeloved yellowlab “Sage,” whowill be caredfor by theSzabos.
ACelebrationofLifewill beheldfor Chuck, with details to follow. In lieuofflowers,pleasedonatetoa charityofyour choosing.
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27.Churchfurniture
28. Fillswith wonder
29.Gameonhorseback
30.Farmlaborers
32.Fragrant wood
35.Falsehood
38.Grass-coveredground
40.Facial feature
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HOROSCOPE WEEKOFAPRIL24,2025 -APRIL30,2025
ARIES March21-April19
You’llpurchasesomenew piecesforyoursummer wardrobe,whetherby shoppingonlineorin-store. Letyourfriendsguide yourchoices,evenifthey encourageyoutoexceed yourbudget.Bewareof makinginappropriate comments.
TAURUS April20-May20
You’llgivelife to innovative ideasandpromising initiatives this week. You’ll unitea grouparoundan ambitiousprojectand overcomeyour financial concerns.
GEMINI May21-June20
You’llfeelparticularlydrawn to wellness resorts and spas this week, relishingthe relaxingservicestheyoffer. It’sessentialforyou totake timetorestandrecharge.
CANCER June21-July22
You’llworkon alarge-scale projectwith ahighperformanceteam.Every phasewillbecompleted efficiently,andyou’llbe delightedby the results.The calmnessofyourhomewill be awelcome retreat.
LEO July23-Aug. 22
Youmust carefullymanage bothyour personaland professionallife. Alotof responsibility restsonyour shoulders. Asurprising revelationaboutyourcareer couldcatchyouoffguard.
VIRGO Aug.23-Sept.22
You’ll spontaneously embark on ajourney ortake ashort getaway.Ifyourtripisfor spiritual reasons,consider taking apilgrimageforan extraordinaryexperience.
LIBRA Sept.23-Oct. 22
It’stimetoembracebig changesinyourlife. You’re bored by the monotonyand repetitivenessofeveryday routine. Youdesperately wanttotransformyourlife withpassionateandexciting experiences.
SCORPIO Oct. 23-Nov.21
Keepingeveryonehappy is ahardtask,butyou’ll miraculouslymakeit happen. Atwork, you’ll successfullycomplete aprojector finalizean agreementthatwas previouslythought unachievable.
SAGITTARIUS Nov. 22-Dec.21
You’ll havetohandle numerousemergenciesat workandelsewhere. You’ll harnessyourinnerstrength tobringclaritytothechaos. Your empathetic,caring andnuancedapproachwill make asignificantdifference inhowyouhandlethe situation.
CAPRICORN Dec. 22-Jan.19
Aftertoughnegotiations, you’llbesurprisedto find yourselfin apositionof recognition. Unexpected familycircumstancescould leaveyou feeling confused. You’llhave no choice but to takemattersintoyourown hands.
AQUARIUS Jan.20-Feb.18
Ifyouryoungchildreninvite theirfriendsover,it’shighly likelythatyou’llneedtodoa bigclean-upaftertheyleave. Youmayalsohaveto replace or repairsomeappliances.
PISCES Feb. 19-March20
Indulgeyourself alittlethis week! Youmight reconnect withlong-lostfriendsand haveanamazingtime reminiscingandtalkingfor hoursonend.
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