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SD Sun Devils are B.C. volleyball champions
IAN JACQUES
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The South Delta Sun Devils are your 4A senior girls’ provincial volleyball champions.
The Sun Devils claimed their first provincial championship in 11 years with an impressive run in Kelowna.
After dropping their opening pool play match to Kelowna (2-1), South Delta won the next six matches -- Heritage Woods, (2-0), Lord Tweedsmuir, (2-0), Dover Bay (3-0) in the round of 16, Okanagan-Mission (3-1) in the quarterfinal, Walnut Grove (3-0) in the semifinal and Earl Marriott (3-2) in a thrilling championship final Saturday night.
The last championship for the senior girls at SDSS was in 2014.
“It’s very exciting,” said head coach Dan Burgess. “Super excited that this particular group of girls was able to, in my opinion, live up to the expectations that they brought. They are an amazing group. So many of them are carrying on with some post-secondary opportunities. So many of them have had previous accomplishments in Grade 8, Grade 10 and club volleyball. The parts were all there, but in sports that doesn’t
guarantee anything, so in this case, it was exciting that it all came together at the right time.”
Burgess said the final was a nailbiter.
“It was a real roller coaster. The draw
worked out great given that we were in the second pool. Some of the other favourites in the tournament faltered a bit, so to get the road we had to the final, we expected those teams, but in the final,
a bit of a surprise when Earl Marriott beat Kelowna, but they are a tough team, but a team we were familiar with,” he said.
“Our third set was terrible. We barely lost the second set, but huge resilience from the girls to come back and win the fourth set and power through and win the fifth set, 15-11. This group does not panic. Were we upset that we lost in the semifinals at South Frasers? Of course. But they bounced back in epic form. For a lot of them, this was their last shot at this. We had seven Grade 12s on the team and five of them starting.”
He said the school community is very excited for the team.
“When you are coaching, you are kind of in a vacuum sometimes, focusing on the next game and the next set, but as soon as we won, I must have had 100 texts,” he said. “You are reminded how many people are invested in this.”
This year’s championship team includs: Payton Kilpatrick, Brianna McKee, Selina Dhillon, Miyla Gooch, Ryan Assaly, Faye Beatty, Taylor Nyeste, Elle Philipott, Katelyn Brotherston, Abby Turner, Paige Achtymichuk, Alexa Wight, Elliot Eade, Rebecca Prisecaru. Coaching staff: Dan Burgess, Taka Katsube, Gatlin Saip and Mike Kilpatrick.
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The South Delta Sun Devils are your 4A senior girls’ B.C. volleyball champions.
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IIO continues investigation into arrest by Delta police
Suspect was injured in 2024
IAN JACQUES
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The Independent Investigations Office (IIO) of B.C. is providing an update to an investigation into a 2024 arrest in Delta.
The IIO was first notified about the incident in April 2025 and began investigating.
Shortly after 5 p.m. on Sept. 24, 2024, officers responded to a call about a man blocking customer access at a gas station near the intersection of 56th Street and 16th Avenue.
Police located the man and spoke to him before trying to detain him. Officers later used less-lethal force as well as a police dog to arrest the man.
The man suffered injuries during the interaction with police. He was taken to a hospital for treatment and for assessment under the Mental Health Act and
later released. “The man required further medical treatment and the IIO can now confirm his injuries do meet the threshold of serious harm as defined in Part 11 of the Police Act,” the IIO said in a news release.
“To date, the IIO has completed interviews (with) several involved officers. Investigators have also collected video evidence, including police bodyworn cameras. They expect to conduct further interviews with civilian witnesses.”
The investigation into the incident continues and the IIO is asking anyone with relevant information or video footage to contact the Witness Line toll-free at 1-855-446-8477 or via the contact form on the iiobc.ca website.
The IIO is the independent civilian oversight agency of officers and detention guards in B.C.
It investigates all incidents involving officers or detention guards that result in serious harm or death, whether or not there is any allegation of wrongdoing.
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Second degree murder charged laid in connection to fatal vehicle fire
IAN JACQUES
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A charge of second-degree murder has been laid against a Delta man in connection to a fatal vehicle fire in late October.
On Oct. 26, Delta police responded to a report of a motor vehicle incident and subsequent vehicle fire in the 7000block of Hwy. 17.
Tragically, the vehicle’s sole female occupant was pronounced deceased at the scene and was identified as 30-yearold Mandeep Kaur, of Delta.
“During the early stages of the investigation, the circumstances surrounding the incident appeared suspicious, prompting an extensive investigation by the Delta police major crime section,” said Delta police in a news release.
Gurjot Singh Khaira, 24, of Delta, the victim’s brother-in-law, was arrested on Nov. 6.
On Nov. 7, he was charged with indignity to human remains. He was remanded into custody.
A charge of second-degree murder has been laid against a Delta man following a fatal vehicle fire on Hwy. 17 in October.
Then on Nov. 25, Crown counsel approved a charge of second-degree murder against Khaira.
Khaira’s next court appearance is on Dec. 11.
“In consideration of the ongoing investigation and legal proceedings, no further details will be released at this time,” said Delta police. “The Delta Police Department extends its sincere condolences to the family of Mandeep Kaur during this difficult time.”
EYEVISION OPTICAL
More unsafe trucks taken off the road
SANDOR GYARMATI sgyarmati@delta-optimist.com
More unsafe commercial trucks were taken off the road recently.
The Delta Police Department (DPD) noted that on Nov. 24, the department’s Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Unit (CVEU) partnered with New Westminster Police, Burnaby RCMP, BC Highway Patrol RCMP, Surrey Police Service (SPS) and provincial Commercial Vehicle Safety and Enforcement (CVSE) for a Joint Force Operation (JFO) focused on commercial vehicle safety.
Officers conducted targeted inspections to identify mechanical issues and address safety concerns.
The JFO resulted in 40 commercial vehicles inspected with 27 vehicles placed out of service, 212 violations identified and 71 violation tickets issued.
Among the issues identified was a cracked rim discovered on a loaded dump truck, while inspections prevented potential wheel-offs.
Throughout the year, the CVEU, along with members of the DPD’s traffic section, participate in coordinated
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At a Delta Police Board meeting this May, Delta Chief Const. Harj Sidhu noted they had already seen a high outof-service rate for commercial trucks that underwent roadside inspections.
He said road safety has been identified as a top issue in a community survey, with one of the areas of concern being commercial vehicle safety and enforcement.
“I do want to emphasize that these aren’t random checks of every truck out there. Based on their training, they (CVEU) are targeting vehicles that believe may not be in compliance. I don’t want it to be perceived at all that with all trucking out there, that 65 per cent are not in compliance with safety regulations, but the ones they identify that are potentially at-risk, it is high and quite concerning,” said Sidhu.
A vehicle is placed out of service when it presents one or more serious safety risks such as faulty brakes or steering, missing brake lights, unsecured or improperly labelled dangerous goods or a driver without a valid licence.
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City planning more Ladner Village infrastructure upgrades
SANDOR GYARMATI sgyarmati@delta-optimist.com
The City of Delta continues to get Ladner Village ready for future growth.
A request for proposals has been issued for a consulting engineering company to develop preliminary and detailed designs to upgrade approximately 320 metres of existing sanitary sewer, 300 metres of existing drainage main and 400 metres of existing water main on Chisholm Street and Georgia Street.
The consultant is to also develop a servicing design for the city-owned lot in the 4900-block of Chisholm Street that could become a future hotel and commercial complex.
The plans and designs will support future growth for the Ladner Revitalization Area, the city notes.
The existing sanitary trunk mains along Chisholm Street and Georgia Street have been in service for approximately 60 years and require upgrades
to accommodate planned higher density in the area, according to the city, adding that tender-ready drawings and contract specifications should be completed no later than October 2026.
The mainline upgrades are anticipated to be constructed within a fiveyear plan.
Servicing to the city-owned Chisholm Street site is to be prepared in a separate design package. That servicing final design is to be completed by March 2026 for construction by city crews in April 2026.
The city recently had section of Trenant Lane and Bridge Street closed intermittently for the replacement of a sanitary sewer main.
Work has already been completed on an Elliott Street sanitary upgrades project, which involved the construction of a new sanitary gravity main and a sanitary forcemain.
That new sanitary sewer gravity replacement is along Elliott Street from Bridge Street to the recently built 51st Street Pump Station.
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Voters open to major electoral reform
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By this time next year, British Columbians will be experiencing their first days under newly elected mayors and councils.
Voter turnout has been dismal in most municipal elections since the terms of mayors and councillors were extended to four years in 2014.
At a time when attention to municipal politics has peaked in B.C., citizen participation remains low and cynicism has increased. Some of the sitting councils were elected with ballots cast by fewer than one third of voters.
Some may point to the complexities of the system to explain why many voters in Metro Vancouver stay away from the polling stations on October’s third Saturday.
The ballot can be long — due to the low threshold for candidate registration—and the choices can be confusing for a public used to voting for one person at a time when choosing their provincial and federal lawmakers.
When we recently asked Metro Vancouverites about municipal politics, just over three in five (61 per cent) told us they are satisfied with the “at-large system”, where councillors are elected to represent the entire municipality. A move to the “ward
system”—where councillors are elected to represent a specific portion or neighbourhood in a municipality — is supported by the same proportion (61 per cent), and rises to 64 per cent in Vancouver, and to 66 per cent in Surrey and White Rock.
Support is also in the majority, although lower (55 per cent), for using the singletransferable vote system, in which votes are initially allocated to a voter’s most preferred candidate, and as the count proceeds and candidates are either elected or eliminated, it is transferred to other candidates in accordance to the voter’s stated preferences. This system would conceivably allow voters to rank like-minded mayoral candidates and eliminate the illusion of “strategic voting.”
Recent electoral processes have provided opportunities to punish incumbents at the municipal level. At this point, Metro Vancouverites as a whole are more likely to approve of their mayors (57 per cent) than to disapprove of them (33 per cent). Majorities of residents of Burnaby, New Westminster and the Tri-Cities (69 per cent), Vancouver (58 per cent), Surrey and White Rock (also 58 per cent), and the four Fraser Valley cities (57 per cent) appear happy with their mayors.
The numbers are not as stellar in the North Shore (48 per cent), Richmond and Delta (46 per cent).
When we asked about 13 different issues that municipalities deal with, eight received a positive endorsement from more than half of Metro Vancouverites: managing parks and recreation facilities (68 per cent), providing good sanitation services (66 per cent), fostering artistic and cultural activities (60 per cent), protecting the environment (58 per cent), promoting tourism (56 per cent), dealing with transportation (55 per cent), managing development and growth (53 per cent) and enhancing quality of life (51 per cent).
Richmond and Delta are clearly having a difficult time managing development (41 per cent) and finances (32 per cent). In Surrey and White Rock, only 35 per cent of residents are satisfied with the way public safety is being addressed.
These could become important wedge issues for candidates and parties as we get closer to next year’s municipal ballot. Right now, there is no city in Metro Vancouver where most residents are looking at the mayor and council with an eye on total replacement.
However, as we saw last month in New York City, a campaign that connects, and that grows the voter base, instead of simply identifying like-minded former supporters, can emerge victorious.
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This year, I’m looking forward to Christmas with a dash of nostalgia and a lot of hope
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’m dreaming of a white Christmas for South Delta … just like the one I used to know, where traffic was moving and health care was reliable.
I’m dreaming of an affordable Christmas with every tax bill I pay, and every present I buy. May our drive to the city finally become merry and bright in our new eight-lane tunnel, with two entrances to Ladner.
If I hear sleigh bells in the snow, may it be the City of Delta who have salted, sanded and plowed for my husband’s commute.
I’m dreaming of a white Christmas for South Delta, even though I don’t recognize the
housing prices I used to know.
May the treetops glisten beside new developments but not if they are above a certain height.
So, when do we get a new Thrifty’s?
I’m dreaming of a Christmas where teenagers don’t ride their e-bikes more than 30 km/hr so they won’t knock me down.
With every card I don’t have to write I’m grateful for Facebook’s Tsawwassen Loop and Ladner’s Landing so someone can find their lost dog.
I’m dreaming of a Christmas I use to know when we had a pool hall, a movie theatre and bought wine in Point Roberts.
Our mayor and council are just
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like the ones I used to know, but since it’s an election year in 2026, may they listen harder and work
smarter. May our days be merry and bright when we get a primary care centre in South Delta, and we convince more doctors to move here.
Humour aside, Irving Berlin’s 1942 classic song White Christmas conjures up our desire for home and safety, innocence and peace.
More than ever, those sentiments ring true for us in our community.
The message is hopeful as Berlin reminds us of simpler times, while asking us to dream of a better future.
My holiday wish is that our community can grow and glisten at the same time.
Letters
This is what is called, ‘Growth, Yes’
Editor:
Well, here I find myself needing to explain preemptively before the usual negative comments about change and development in Tsawwassen regarding the clearing of the property at 51st Street and 8A Avenue.
I am one of the owners who also happens to live two doors from this development and has the pleasure of explaining to my neighbours what the plan is for this new housing element.
Having lived on 8A Avenue for a total of 45 years of my life, in three different houses, with my parents and family, and now my wife and family, I do have a lot to comment on, and answer too. I had the unique plea-
sure of talking to the daughter of the original owners of the 32,000-sq. ft. property that is now cleared. I was able to see pictures of when her parents built the house in 1960 and saw that the property was basically clear cut of its forest canopy and most of the trees were planted after the house build at the time. Unfortunately, the house, foundation and indoor pool structure had been greatly damaged by the cedar and fir trees’ roots as they grew and heaved the ground. Now, to today. We revamped this development from seven single-family homes to four fourplexs, once the provincial government mandated municipal
housing changes.
The price point of these new 2,000-sq.-ft. houses will be less than half of what the seven new houses would have been. This brings housing options to a demographic who are currently moving out of Tsawwassen -- a demographic that includes two of my children who refused to stay in Metro Vancouver and suffer huge mortgages to own a decent-sized home. We are working with a Tsawwassen-based architecture firm to build housing that will blend into the neighbourhood, as the last thing I want is for my neighbours to be upset with the finished product.
Kevin McDonald
A safe place to share your grief
Editor:
For many, Advent and Christmas are a special season filled with great event celebrations, music, special concerts, gift exchanges, lights, etc. For them it may be the most beautiful time of the year. Joy and singing are in the air, despite all the business advertising and consumerism in
large parts of society. For others, though, this season may be of sorrow and sadness for the death of a loved one, loss of a job, disagreement and division in family relationships, lack of basic physical, material, emotional and spiritual means. For the second year, Saviour Lutheran Church has set up a blue
Christmas tree by its main entrance at 4737 57th St. The tree will be in place until Dec. 25. There are small cards and pencils beside the tree. Anyone is welcome to jot down a special prayer request and place it on the tree.
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Why am I subsidizing other water users?
Editor:
Re: Metro Vancouver hoping to see water metering increase (Optimist, Nov. 27).
I have been asking for a water meter for years, to no avail.
I live in a 1,600-sq. ft. duplex with one and a half bathrooms. I don’t flush my toilet unless I have to. I have a very water efficient washing machine and dishwasher. I never water my lawn and my garden is
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Historic Delta building to be demolished
SANDOR GYARMATI sgyarmati@delta-optimist.com
Delta council recently granted a heritage alteration permit to allow demolition of an existing single-detached house and construction of a new house, with secondary suite, at 4328 Arthur Dr.
The Official Community Plan (OCP) designation for the site is Small Scale Residential (SSR) and the proposed development is consistent with that designation.
However, the property is also located within the Ladner Heritage Conservation Area 2 (LHCA 2) and, as such, requires a heritage alteration permit for new construction, even though the existing house is not listed on either the heritage register or heritage inventory and not protected by a conservation covenant.
A staff report notes that the city’s heritage alteration permits have been delegated by coun-
cil to the general manager of development under a variety of scenarios, but the demolition of non-heritage homes and the construction of new dwellings does not meet the criteria for delegation. That means council approval was still required. Meanwhile, it remains to be seen how much longer a residential building up the street that is designated a significant heritage structure, but is decaying, will remain standing.
Council earlier this year voted to send an application to build a five-storey, 80-unit rental apartment building at 4501
Arthur Dr. back to the applicant.
A staff report noted the applicant advised that the rental building was not financially feasible without additional sources of funding or preferred lending rates from outside agencies, prompting council to tell the applicant to revise the application or come back with a different housing application that adhered to the site’s OCP
It remains to be seen what revised application comes back following council’s decision to send a proposal to build a new rental apartment building in Ladner back to the applicant.
designation.
The application also included the demolition of the existing heritage building on the property, known as Westholme or Delta Lodge, which has fallen into disrepair.
A staff report noted the applicant “provided a building conditions report which notes it is in disrepair, unhabitable and would not be desirable to salvage due to mould and
structural damage to both the exterior and foundation. The inspection report also notes that the weakness of the structure makes relocating the house infeasible.”
The applicant proposed to retain some aspects of the house with heritage value including the dining room ceiling and entrance panels to attempt to reuse in a new entrance and donate the stained glass for reuse purposes.
The Westholme Residence was built for David Alexander McKee, son of John McKee, who purchased the property from William Ladner in 1904 and built the home in 1905. The McKees sold the house in 1925.
It remained a private residence with several different owners until 1964, when it became a care residence. The Lord family took ownership that year and called the facility Melodie Court.
Subsequent owners continued the business until it was eventually called Delta Lodge. The care home business
was relocated over decade ago after Fraser Health identified the replacement of the aging Ladner facility as a high priority. The health region at the time noted the building would have required significant upgrades to remain a care facility.
The privately-owned site was subsequently sold.
A subdivision application was later submitted that would accommodate the heritage structure. That application included seven single-detached bare land strata lots and common property for driveway access off Arthur Drive.
The application received third reading by council in November 2017, but it was abandoned and the property was sold again.
Four years ago, the city received a development application to construct a 61-bed community care facility at the property.
The heritage house would have been relocated closer to Arthur Drive and fully restored as part of the project, but that application never proceeded.
Deltassist Christmas food
hamper delivery day is Dec. 20
The last day for registration for the Christmas food hampers is Dec. 10
Work is underway to get Deltassist’s Christmas food hampers on to front doors by Dec. 20.
Collection boxes are out in the community and at elementary schools in preparation for when volunteers sort through the donated items and create the hampers so all who apply can have a Christmas dinner.
So far, 206 families have signed up, with 31 of those seniors, said Ana Awmack Juan, at Deltassist.
Last year, a total of 570 food hampers were distributed with Juan expecting about the same or
slightly more this year.
“It’s steady and I think a lot of people are slow at getting in their applications. “Our goal is to try do the outreach and try to let people know these services are available,” Juan said.
While some sign on for food hampers for the first time, others who received them last year are now doing better and no longer need them.
“It’s staying steady which I think is good.”
Donations of food such as pasta, canned fish, meat, chili, hearty soups, Kraft Dinner, rice, lentils and beans are needed, as are volunteers. Collection
boxes are set up in businesses around Delta.
Members from service clubs will be sorting through food donations in the next few weeks in preparation for food hamper delivery day on Dec. 20, between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. Winter weather though may delay delivery times. Recipients are also asked to make sure dogs are inside or tied up.
Anyone who wants to help out can call Deltassist’s main number at 604-946-9526 and ask for the Christmas line.
The last day for registration for the Christmas food hampers is Dec. 10.
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Show us your lights!
t’s that time of year where everyone in South Delta can share in the joy of outdoor Christmas lights and Christmas displays.
Over the years, the Optimist has compiled a list of these wonderful displays to allow others the opportunity to plan a holiday lights tour. Once again we are asking for your help in compiling that list.
Our annual holiday lights list
will run in the Dec. 25th editionwhich will also feature our special Christmas Greetings section filled with holiday stories and photos.
To complete our lights list, please email us your name, address, phone number, details about your display and a photo or two.
Deadline for submission is Dec. 15 at 5 p.m. Send your submission to editor Ian Jacques at: ijacques@deltaoptimist.com.
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TheCityofDelta hasreceivedan applicationfor adevelopmentin your neighbourhood. Theapplication is fora residentialdevelopment containing 50 dwellingsinseven three-storey townhousebuildings.
Deltaishosting an in-person, drop-in format,PublicInformation Meeting forthisproject giving youthe opportunity to learnmoreand provide your feedback to theCity.
Detailsonthe proposal are availableat letstalk.delta.ca/lu009901. Shareyourfeedback online at letstalk.delta.ca/lu009901 until December 18,2025.
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Delta man charged with money laundering
IAN JACQUES ijacques@delta-optimist.com
Lethbridge Police have charged a Delta man with money laundering after a Lethbridge man was defrauded nearly $600,000 in an investment scam.
According to a Lethbridge Police news release, on Nov. 30, 2024, a 59-year-old male reported he had been the victim of a scam after conversing online about investment opportunities and providing significant funds.
Members of the Economic Crimes Unit assumed the investigation, and it was determined that between June and August 2024, the victim made multiple wire transfers to a male, who subse-
quently converted the funds into cryptocurrency and transferred them to an online exchange. The male subject ultimately withdrew the funds and deposited them in cryptocurrency accounts outside Canadian jurisdiction where they were unable to be recovered. Following a lengthy and complex investigation, the subject was identified, and a Canada-wide arrest warrant was issued. On Nov. 26, he was arrested without incident in B.C.
I Lin Chiu, 36, of Delta, is charged with possession of property over $5,000 and laundering the proceeds of crime. Chiu was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in Lethbridge Court of Justice on Jan. 20, 2026.
It ’s that time of year to show off your Christmas light display! Our annual feature will run in print & online in the Dec. 25th edition, but in order to complete our list we need to hear from you.
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That’s Delta Police Chief Harj Sidhu’s take on the federal government’s proposed federal bail and sentencing reforms.
“I can say as a police chief, these reforms are very much needed. We continue to see the impacts of violent repeat offending and bail has been a major concern, raised by police right across the country including our own team. Our role is to investigate, arrest and present evidence. But ultimately, community safety also relies on the justice system with the right tools to manage high-risk offenders and have the resulting consequences,” Sidhu told the Delta Police Board at its Nov. 19 meeting.
Last month, Ottawa announced the introduction of the Bail and Sentencing
Reform Act, which includes over 80 clauses of changes to the bail and sentencing framework in the Criminal Code. The changes are also aimed at improving the youth justice system.
The act would make bail stricter and harder to get, including in cases of repeat and violent offending, the government announced, adding it would create new reverse onuses, meaning the starting point is detention and the accused would have to prove why they should be released on bail.
When considering whether to grant bail, the amendments would direct police not to release an accused when it is against the public interest, or detention is needed to protect victims or witnesses, while the courts would be required to consider specific factors. Among other things, tougher sentencing laws would be in
The act would also end house arrest for certain sexual assault and child sexual offences, restore driving prohibitions for criminal negligence causing bodily harm and death and manslaughter, as well as strengthen fine enforcement, the government announced.
place for repeat and violent crime, including car theft and extortion, meaning those found guilty can spend more time in prison.
Sidhu said some sentences would be required to be served consecutively, rather than the current practice of concurrently, while aggravating factors
could also impact sentencing such as offences against first responders.
“That is something I know police chiefs across the country have been pushing for, as sadly we’ve seen many officers that have lost their lives in the last several years and many officers being assaulted. So, I think it’s definitely a good change in the right direction to recognize that our officers out there are providing a service and doing a job, but that doesn’t mean they should be assaulted in any way or threatened,” he said.
Sidhu added they are looking forward to the laws being passed and in place for 2026, and will work with provincial partners.
The changes to the Criminal Code by the federal government will only be effective if provincial and territorial governments do their part in supporting their implementation, the federal government says.
It’s cold, it’s Canada, so deal with winter driving
PHIL MELNYCHUK
pmelnychuk@delta-optimist.com
Motorists have to be prepared for whatever Old Man Winter throws at them, says ICBC, in a news release titled Be Winter Ready.
The Crown corporation says crash numbers spike in the colder months, with collisions caused by driving too fast for conditions up by 79 percent in December and 64 percent in January — compared to the average number of crashes in October.
The stats are based on a five-year averages from 2020 to 2024.
“We urge drivers to
slow down, watch for pedestrians, and make sure your vehicle is ready for winter driving,” said Kathleen Nadalin, ICBC road safety manager, saying that road conditions can change quickly.
“Safe winter driving requires good tires and slower speeds,” adds Cpl. Michael McLaughlin, with the RCMP’s BC Highway Patrol.
“Check your vehicle and yourself before every trip. If you’re not ready for bad weather, don’t risk a ticket or worse.”
ICBC offered some tips for winter driving.
• Choose the right tires: Look for the mountain
snowflake or M+S symbol on the sidewall of the tire. Ensure tread depth is at least 3.5 mm. Both the all-season (M+S)
tires and the mountain/ snowflake tires meet the requirements for winter tire designation in B.C.
• M+S tires are a safe
option if you encounter winter conditions on a limited basis and you’re prepared to drive with care and caution.
• If you live or travel in an area where you regularly expect snow and ice, ICBC recommends that all four tires have the mountain snowflake symbol. “They are the best winter tires available,” says ICBC.
“Most of us only encounter winter conditions such as ice, slush, or hard-packed snow on a limited basis. With this in mind, good quality allseason M+S tires may be fine for you.
“However, if you live
in an area that regularly receives snow, go skiing often, or enjoy other winter sports, your vehicle should be outfitted with four mountain/snowflake winter tires,” says ICBC. And ensure tires are properly inflated, checking the pressure when they are cold. Pressure drops in colder conditions.
• Prepare vehicle: Check lights and wipers, have a windshield scraper and brush handy, top up windshield washer fluid and pack an emergency kit.
• Plan: If conditions are bad, consider not driving, says ICBC. If you must drive, allow extra time and check drivebc.ca for road conditions.
• Drive according to the conditions.
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Tsawwassen pathway plan irks some homeowners
Council members expressed concern over the potential of losing government grant funding for the project if it is delayed
SANDOR GYARMATI sgyarmati@delta-optimist.com
Delta council recently agreed to have the city manager review a plan to extend a new multi-use pathway in Tsawwassen in response to objections raised by several homeowners.
The city received a joint letter from the six property owners on 55A Street complaining that the proposed pathway extension is not needed or desired, also outlining several concerns including potential loss of their
property values. They want the extension halted and a review of alternatives.
Mayor George Harvie brought forward the letter, prompting staff to come back with a report to respond. He noted other concerns that “are material impacts on daily living and long-term property value.”
Noting the Winskill project is up to three years from completion, Harvie said the properties are currently part of an ongoing land assembly initiative and “there is
no pressing operational requirement that forces this pathway alignment along these homes right now.”
Part of Delta’s Cycling Master Plan, the ongoing 56 Street Multi-Use Pathway project was a 3.5- metre-wide pathway on 56th Street between 6th and 8A avenues, as well as a shared roadway for cyclists along 8A Avenue and 55A Street to Winskill Park.
The original project scope proposed the pathway was to have it to extend only as far as 56th
Street and 8A Avenue, given the engineers’ cost estimate at the time and available budget.
Noting feedback indicated that the project received strong community support, with feedback also expressing a desire for a continuous off-road pathway to Winskill Park, the staff report notes a revised plan was developed extending the multi-use pathway along 8A Avenue and 55A Street to create a continuous pathway from Winskill Park to Southlands.
The revised project scope would be within the available budget and
was reviewed with council in conjunction with an approval to acquire a small corner cut at 8A Avenue and 55A Street, the report notes, adding the proposed alignment along 8A Avenue and 55A Street would be entirely within municipal road dedication and would not require private property.
Staff had considered an alternate pathway alignment along 56th Street between 8A and Ninth avenues. However, it would require significant property acquisitions as the existing road dedication is not sufficient to accommodate pathway improvements and would
also impact existing driveways, the report notes.
During council’s Nov. 17 discussion on the letter and report, staff reiterated the project would be developed entirely on city land without a need for any expropriation.
Coun. Dan Boisvert noted that the community has indicated strong support for a continuous multi-use pathway during the previous consultation, adding that a pathway had been approved for 44th Avenue in Ladner that fronts 50 homes and isn’t causing problems including a loss in property values.
Council will get the follow-up report at its meeting on Dec. 8.
Don’t drink or smoke pot, and drive, say Delta police
SANDOR GYARMATI sgyarmati@delta-optimist.com
Thinking of smoking a little cannabis, nibbling on an edible or taking other drugs before getting behind the wheel? Think again.
The Delta Police Department (DPD) is reminding motorists that officers will be on the lookout for impaired drivers and that means more than those who consumed alcohol.
Drivers can also be impaired by cannabis, prescription medications and other drugs that affect judgment, reac-
tion time and coordination, the DPD recently explained, adding that even small amounts can have serious consequences behind the wheel.
“For new drivers, the rules are even stricter: there is zero tolerance for any alcohol in your system. These measures are in place to protect everyone on our roads. If you’re consuming alcohol or drugs, plan ahead,” the DPD notes.
According to the Government of Canada, some of the top reasons people drive after consuming cannabis and other drugs include that
they do not feel impaired, they think they can drive carefully, they do not have far to drive, they do not have alternative transportation or they do not think they will be caught by law enforcement.
Trained police officers and drug recognition experts can determine if you are under the influence and can charge you with impaired driving, which means you can have your license suspended, receive fines, criminal charges and even face jail time.
ICBC, meanwhile, warns that the
Government of B.C. has established tough provincial sanctions to help keep drug-affected drivers off the roads.
If you’re convicted of drug-impaired driving, it will cost you, ICBC warns.
Penalties for cannabisimpaired driving depend on the amount of THC and/or alcohol in your system, and the number of times you’re charged, ICBC explains, noting penalties include fines, points on your licence and even jail time for multiple offences.
“For example, if you have 2ng–5ng THC while driving, this offence car-
The DPD is reminding people of the importance of planning ahead by arranging a ride, calling a friend, taking transit or using a ride-sharing service.
ries a maximum $1,000 fine, but the fine for having more than 5ng THC starts at $1,000 and can escalate from there.
Repeat offences can carry even more significant penalties, including imprisonment,” ICBC explains.
“In B.C., a conviction for being affected by drugs while driving may also mean you are subject to ICBC’s Driver Risk Premium and Driver Penalty Point Premium, and Road Safety B.C.’s Driver Improvement Program.”
HandyDART rolls out plan for more and easier rides
PHIL MELNYCHUK pmelnychuk@delta-optimist.com
HandyDART users should have an easier, faster ride if its new Customer-First Plan gets going.
The plan calls for extending service hours, increasing the number of HandyDART bus trips, and easier online 24/7 booking.
Real-time updates and vehicle locations also would be possible.
Other features under the Customer-First Plan include extending HandyDART’s hours from midnight to 2 a.m., expanded training for HandyDART, as well as taxi
drivers, and continuing with the dedicated service provider for HandyDART.
The plan is a result of a review and a user survey and still requires approval of the TransLink board of directors, possibly at its Dec. 3 meeting.
“These actions build on TransLink’s Access for Everyone plan and will help TransLink deliver the goal of expanding and modernizing HandyDART service,” said a TransLink news release.
Throughout Metro Vancouver, about 32,000 people with mobility challenges use the door-to-door paratransit service.
The review looked at having
HandyDART directly operated by TransLink, instead of a contractor, but that was rejected because it would have been more expensive, would not provide direct benefits to customers and would prevent TransLink from making the improvements in the plan.
TransLink says HandyDART is one of its highest-rated services. Transdev is the contracted operator of HandyDART, which serves people who are unable to navigate the conventional transit system.
In September 2024, Amalgamated Transit Union Local 1724, approved a new contract with Transdev after a three-week strike.
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Spread holiday hope: 5 local charities making a difference in Delta
Discover the ways your support can help these non-profits continue their vital work in the community
Across Delta and the surrounding communities, a wide range of organizations continue to strengthen local support systems and enrich the lives of residents in need From youth programs and hospice care to disability services, community funding and familycentred resources, each group plays a vital role in meeting essential needs
The Boys and Girls Club provides safe, enriching services for children and teens. BC Guide Dogs enhances independence for individuals with visual impairments and autism. Kyndred Community Living Society provides ongoing support to people with developmental disabilities and their families Reach Child and Youth Development Society delivers inclusive programs for children and families. Deltaassist supports vulnerable individuals through counselling, outreach and emergency services.
Together, these organizations form a network of care, resilience and community-first leadership each contributing to a healthier, more connected Delta.
Boys and Girls Club
At Boys and Girls Club (BCG), kids can be who they really are: curious, creative and totally amazing.
after school programs, day camps and essential resources that empower kids and youth to thrive by visiting bgcbc.ca.
BC & Alberta Guide Dogs
BC & Alberta Guide Dogs provides lifechanging guide dogs for the visually impaired, autism service dogs for children with autism and their families and OSI-PTSD service dogs for veterans and first responders. Each certified guide or service dog takes upwards of $35,000 and two years to raise and train, which are provided at no cost to the recipients thanks to the incredible generosity of our donors.
modern organization offering a wide range of services rooted in community Today, self advocates are at the heart of everything Kyndred does Self advocacy is a civil rights movement for people with developmental disabilities This year, Kyndred’s self advocates provided input for the society’s five-year strategic plan, hosted life-enriching social events and gave presentations at meetings and conferences. Support for Kyndred’s self advocates this holiday season helps them pursue training and educational opportunities in the year ahead. Visit www.kyndredsociety.ca to learn more and make a lasting impact.
language therapist Emily Villanueva. Ashlea says Aidan has grown from speaking just one word when he started speech therapy to communicating with friends and family without frustration.Reach Society is raising funds to provide therapy sessions that help children develop these essential communication skills that allow them to be understood.
Early intervention is crucial as most speech and language development occurs by age six. Support children like Aidan and help them reach their full potential by visiting www. reachchild.org.
Deltassist
Founded in 1972, Deltassist Family and Community Services have been a caring resource for Delta residents, offering support through counselling, outreach programs and community-building initiatives.
Reach Child and Youth Development Society
BGC’s 10 neighbourhood clubs, including Delta’s Hillside Club, offer safe spaces for kids and youth through after school drop-in programs and day camps. For many kids the club is a fun place to spend time with friends and meet new ones while also helping them build the skills they need to grow into confident healthy adults.
BGC believes every kid who wants to attend a club should have the chance. Families pay what they can at registration Because BGC programs are entirely self funded, every donation helps give kids and youth opportunities they might not otherwise have. Learn how your support helps BGC provide
Since 1996, BC & Alberta Guide Dogs has graduated 402 guide and service dog teams in 76 communities across both provinces, with 235 currently working teams Each one of these highly-trained dogs has a profound impact on the lives of their handlers: they provide independence to someone who is visually impaired, they bring community to a child with autism and their family and they facilitate healing for a veteran or first responder living with an occupational stress injury (OSI), such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Support their work or learn more at www. bcandalbertaguidedogs.com.
Kyndred Community Living Society
At Kyndred Community Living Society, the vision of thriving in a supportive community guides all of its work. Kyndred is a charitable organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people with developmental disabilities and providing ongoing support to their families.
Founded in 1963 to provide vocational training and housing for young people with developmental disabilities at a time when institutionalization was common, the society has continued to innovate and grown into a
Reach Child and Youth Development Society is dedicated to helping children with extra needs achieve their full potential. Since 1959, Reach has been providing timely, accessible and supportive community programs for families across Delta, Surrey and Langley, fostering optimal development and well-being for children, youth and adults alike. With a focus on recognizing each child’s strengths and abilities, Reach empowers families and helps over 1,300 children thrive annually, ensuring that all individuals flourish in a caring and nurturing environment.
Gift of Speech 2025 features four year old Aidan, his mother Ashlea and REACH speech
With a focus on healthy families and positive relationships, Deltassist provides a warm, safe environment for all. Their commitment to making a difference is driven by a dedicated team of professionals and volunteers, all working together to enrich lives in the community
Last year, Deltassist helped 1,945 individuals and children receive toys and food for the holidays. With the rising cost of living and inflation, the demand for their Christmas program is expected to increase as more families face financial struggles. Donations are vital to sustaining these programs, especially the holiday initiatives. With the support of the community, as well as the generosity of individuals, businesses and partners, Deltassist aims to help even more families this year
Help make the holidays brighter for families in Delta and support Deltassist’s programs by visiting www.deltassist.com.
A season of care: Delta health organizations to support this holiday season
Find out how your holiday giving can uplift local families and strengthen vital hospice and hospital care
The holiday should be a time of comfort and peace, but for families facing a sudden health crisis, navigating end-of-life care or simply trying to stay resilient through medical challenges, this season can feel unbearably heavy.
Yet across Delta, these local organizations tirelessly support families every single day. If you’re looking for a meaningful way to give this season, consider contributing to the groups that help carry our neighbours through their hardest moments and ensure compassionate care is always within reach.
Heron Hospice Society of Delta
Heron Hospice Society of Delta is the only organization in the community offering free compassionate care and grief support to individuals and families facing life-limiting illness of loss.
Donations to Heron Hospice Society bring warmth, understanding and connection to those who need it most. Together, the community ensures that compassion continues to thrive in Delta all year long.
To donate or learn more, visit www. heronhospice.org.
Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation
The holidays are a time for celebration, not hospital visits
Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer in Canada. With early detection, however, it’s often preventable and highly treatable with up to 90% of cases successfully treated if caught early
neighbour, supporting youth or investing in local arts and the environment, true giving begins at home. One of the most powerful ways to create lasting impact is by supporting the Delta Community Foundation, the charity that gives to everybody
“Rick and I firmly believe that the Delta Community Foundation deeply values us as donors and will ensure our chosen charities will benefit for more than a lifetime,” says Carlene Lewall, past director at Delta Community Foundation. “Supporting the foundation is more than a donation, it’s a lasting commitment and partnership.”
Each day, counsellors and volunteers walk beside residents and families connected to Irene Thomas Hospice and others across Delta and Tsawwassen Lands, offering comfort, understanding and a steady presence through life’s most difficult times. Programs include counselling and grief support groups as well as gatherings such as Coffee and Connections, a bereavement walking group, as well as art yoga and mindfulness sessions to help people feel less alone and more at home, wherever they are on their journey.
Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation is expanding and modernizing the endoscopy suite to ensure every patient has access to timely screening and diagnosis. The new state-of-the-art facility will increase efficiency and capacity, provide more privacy for patients and improve the quality of care. Community support is vital to making this project a reality Matched holiday gifts will help fund the endoscopy suite and other essential equipment including breast cancer surgery probes and pediatric scopes that make screening safer and more precise for patients of all ages
Make a meaningful difference for your neighbours and friends by donating to the Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation at www.dhchfoundation.ca/ holidaywishlist.
Delta Community Foundation
Rick and Carlene Lewall established a Donor Advised Fund through the Delta Community Foundation.
As the season of giving arrives, many people reflect on how to make a meaningful difference in their community Whether it’s helping a
The foundation strengthens Delta by connecting donors with local organizations to meet pressing needs today and for generations to come. Every donation is pooled and invested to ensure long-term local impact, from scholarships and seniors’ programs to food banks, environmental initiatives and the arts.
This season, donors are encouraged to give where their hearts live and help create lasting legacy in Delta.
Learn how you can make a lasting impact in Delta now and through your estate, by supporting the foundation at www. deltafoundation.org.
Rick and Carlene Lewall established a Donor Advised Fund through the Delta Community Foundation.
B.C. government talks city housing targets
SANDOR GYARMATI
sgyarmati@delta-optimist.com
The B.C. government says even more new homes have been delivered by municipalities with seven of 10 cities in the third group that received housing targets, exceeding their targets. In a news release last week, the Ministry of Housing and Municipal Affairs noted that since Aug. 1, 2024, the 10 municipalities have delivered more than 3,600 net-new homes, surpassing their overall Year One housing target by 143 per cent.
Communities identified that are falling short
and needing more work include North Saanich, only delivering 20 per cent of its first-year target, prompting the housing minister to consider appointing an adviser.
The government also notes that as part of its work to ensure that communities stay on track, the province will require
a six-month interim report from the City of Port Coquitlam.
Since September 2023, the housing targets have resulted in more than 25,700 new homes, across 30 communities, the ministry said.
In the fall of 2023, Delta was in the first group, given a mandated
The city cannot count new construction units until they are completed and ready for occupancy.
housing target by the province to add 3,607 new units within five years.
The city’s small-scale multi-unit housing (SSMUH) bylaw was approved by council in 2024, followed by the Official Community Plan (OCP) update.
According to the planning department at the time, during the previous five years, building permit activity generated an average of approximately 400 net new units per year.
In contrast, the housing target results in a need for more than 700 net new units per year, on average, over five years.
A staff report this fall noted that the City of Delta surpassed its housing target for the second reporting period.
The latest Housing Target Progress Report, covering the period from Oct. 1, 2024 to Sept. 30, 2025, is an annual requirement by the province.
The staff report noted the city surpassed the required target over that second period by achieving 585 net new housing units, while the target over that period was 584 units.
The previous reporting period from Oct. 1, 2023 to Sept 30, 2024, had a
target of 514 units, with 561 units achieved.
The total cumulative target over the two reporting periods was 1,098 units, and 1,116 units were achieved
The report also notes that during the latest reporting period, 50 applications totalling 303 proposed housing units, were withdrawn by applicants from the development approval process.
Of that total, 118 units were from a townhouse and senior care facility project that was not compliant with the OCP, and 56 units were from an apartment project where the owners intend to resubmit a new application for a townhouse development.
Some other applicants withdrew in order to submit new applications for more units, while the remaining withdrawn applications were for singledetached, duplex dwellings, secondary suites and small townhouse developments.
The report goes on to note that Delta has been seeing developers put their projects on hold for extended periods, at all stages of development, waiting for more favourable market conditions, in order to proceed.
The Rubber Duck Museum opened its doors Dec. 1, at Tsawwassen Mills, with additional displays and interactive features planned for 2026.
Rubber Duck Museum opens at Tsawwassen Mills
It’s official: the ducks have crossed the border!
The world’s first and only Rubber Duck Museum is taking flight — or float — to its new home inside Tsawwassen Mills Mall this winter.
What began as a quirky side display at a Point Roberts gift shop has grown into a one-of-akind attraction dedicated entirely to the world’s most beloved bath-time icon. Now, the ducks are ready to waddle into Canada, bringing with them over a century of charm, color, and smiles.
“We love watching people wander into the museum area and seeing their whole demeanor change,” said museum owner Krystal King.
“They start smiling and share stories about their own duck, whether it was a childhood bath buddy, a gift from a friend, or a little desk mascot. Then they find the perfect one to take home, and they always leave just a little lighter than they came in.”
The Rubber Duck Museum will feature historical and modern ducks from across the globe — from early 1900s rubber toys to glittering, glow-in-the-dark, and pop-culture-themed creations. Visitors can explore displays tracing the evolution of the duck from handmade European novelties to
the bright yellow icons known today.
Alongside the exhibits, guests will find a wide variety of duck-themed merchandise and collectibles for sale, from soft silicone duckies for babies to elegant spa gifts for adults. Whether you come for nostalgia, humor, or just the joy of finding your duck, there’s something here to make everyone smile.
The museum’s move follows its success as a hidden gem in Point Roberts, where its lighthearted approach drew visitors eager for something fun and unexpected. The new Canadian home marks a big step for the small, family-run business — and a big win for anyone who loves whimsy.
“We built this from scratch with no investors, just passion and persistence,” says Neil King, who runs the museum alongside his wife. “We’re thrilled to bring something joyful and completely unique to Tsawwassen. We hope it makes people laugh, reminisce, and maybe even start their own duck collections.”
The Rubber Duck Museum opened its doors Dec. 1, at Tsawwassen Mills, with additional displays and interactive features planned for 2026. -Submitted
Community
New community library for École du Bois-Joli
First francophone community library for school
On Nov. 20, École du Bois-Joli in Delta proudly inaugurated its first francophone community library.
An initiative rooted in the values that define the francophone community: collaboration, engagement, and a shared love of learning.
Thanks to the involvement of families, staff, students, and the support of Fraser Valley councillor Chantal Fadous, the school has brought to life a free and accessible book-sharing space for neighborhood families to enjoy French-language reading.
Hand-built by school parent Michael Rapier and completed in collaboration with artist and fellow parent Étienne Zack, the library is the result of a truly collective effort.
Every student contributed by painting a section of the structure, transforming it into a vibrant symbol of belonging and solidarity.
The project was made possible through a $375 Neighbourhood Small Grant.
This new space invites local families to borrow, exchange, and discover French books, while strengthening community connections and helping the francophone culture continue to shine in Delta.
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Community Foundation
The Delta Community Foundation, in partnership with the City of Delta, is pleased to announce the recipients of Kindness Meter funding to charities whose work continues to make a meaningful differ-
ence in Delta.
$500 to North Delta Rotary’s Magic Pencil Program, which provides winter clothing to elementary school children in North Delta.
$500 to Deltassist
announces Kindness Meter funding recipients
Family and Community Services Society for its Christmas Hamper program, supporting local families during the holiday season.
$500 to each of the Extreme Weather
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Shelters in North and South Delta, helping ensure safe, warm spaces for individuals experiencing homelessness during severe weather.
Launched around World Kindness Day, the Kindness Meters were created as a simple and visible way for residents to channel small acts of generosity toward local causes. Repurposed parking meters, brightly decorated by students in the Delta School District, were placed in hightraffic community hubs, offering an easy way for people to donate spare change while celebrating kindness in everyday life. To date, over $6,000 has been distributed to Delta charities thanks to the generosity of local resi-
dents who continue to support the initiative.
“The Delta Community Foundation extends heartfelt thanks to everyone who has contributed to the Kindness Meters. These small acts of generosity continue to support vulnerable community members and strengthen the spirit of kindness throughout Delta,” says Delta Community Foundation president Gillian Lowrey.
The five Kindness Meters are located at:
• Ladner Village
• Tsawwassen Town Centre
• Delta City Hall
• North Delta Recreation Centre
• Sungod Recreation Centre.
For more informa-
There are five Kindness Meters located throughout Delta.
tion about the Kindness Meters, or to find out how to support the work of the Delta Community Foundation, Delta’s own Charity for Charities, visit www.deltafoundation.org. -Submitted
Community Delta Firefighters Healthy Snack Program receives Partnership Award
BC Principals’ & Vice-Principals’ Association honoured recipients Nov. 21
IAN JACQUES
ijacques@delta-optimist.com
The Delta Firefighters Healthy Snack Program has been honoured with a Partnership Award from the BC Principals’ & VicePrincipals’ Association.
The award was presented to the firefighters along with four other organizations at a ceremony Nov. 21 at the Marriott Parq Vancouver Hotel.
“Our Partnership Awards recognize the unwavering commitment of the recipients and the importance of their contributions,” says BCPVPA president, Dr. Shannon Behan. “Even beyond that, celebrating the awards helps the BCPVPA to illuminate what is taking place in BC schools
everywhere in the province, every day. School communities benefit from the actions and generosity of many dedicated individuals, organizations, and businesses who are quietly making a difference, and who are truly committed to helping students in their communities to succeed and to thrive. On behalf of our members all across the province, we feel that is worth celebrating.”
For more than two decades, the BCPVPA has presented the Partnership Awards in recognition of the time and expertise that local citizens dedicate to supporting BC students and schools.
Nominations are submitted by the BCPVPA’s 60 chapters that provide professional support to principals and vice-principals across the province.
The Delta School District nominated the
firefighters for the award.
“We are honoured to be recognized for our successful partnership with the Delta schools,” said firefighter Warren Balzer. “As firefighters we have given a commitment to our community, both on and off the job. When we identified an emerging trend of food insecurity, we found a way to step in and do something about it. From the administration right down to the Child and Youth Care workers, we have had the full support from everyone in the school district.”
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“Be Faithful, be true, be ablessing”
It was in the depths of darkest night when it happened. The fire they had lit to keep them warm had calmed to a cool ember. The sheep were close at hand, and everything was quiet. Into this dark, cold night – in the fields, far from town – an angel appeared, trumpeting good news of great joy. The Messiah was born! The story of Jesus’ birth is a story people can’t stop telling. But sometimes that story can ring hollow. It may not feel like good news – it could feel old and redundant. Or perhaps it feels far off, like wishful thinking about an ancient story that has little traction with our daily life. This news might not be feeling as good this year –and all may not feel merry and bright. The angels declared good news of great joy for all people – which means that this is also good news for us today, no matter how this year has been. The Christian season of Advent is a time for us to prepare for this news.
CUSTOM BLINDS & SHADES
And this year – no matter where you are, or how you’re doing – I want to invite you to come on a journey with us through this season of preparation.
St. Andrew’s has created a free devotional guide to help us enter into the season of Advent and prepare for Christmas. You can get a free digital copy through our website, or sign up to receive daily emails by going to www.standrewschurch.ca/advent.
The angels are soon to make a pronouncement – Jesus is coming, our Messiah will be born. As we wait, won’t you come and prepare with us? Let us journey together into hope and prepare room in our hearts to receive Jesus’ coming as good news!
DELTA SPORTS
Pacers win bronze at 3A senior boys v-ball provincials
IAN JACQUES ijacques@delta-optimist.com
It wasn’t the medal colour that they were looking for, but the Delta Pacers concluded a fantastic season with a bronze medal at the 3A senior boys’ volleyball provincials in Langley.
After winning silver last year, the Pacers were hungry for gold and looked to be on track for that elusive provincial title with a strong run in the tournament.
Delta won its first pool match over Abbotsford Christian (2-1), lost to Langley Christian (2-1) and beat Elgin Park (2-0).
In the round of 16, Delta beat Prince George (3-0) and then beat MEI (3-0) in the quarterfinal, setting up the semifinal against Kitsilano where Delta stumbled losing 3-1.
But the Pacers rebounded after that Friday evening loss, to post a gutsy 3-2 win over Kelowna, Saturday.
“The loss in the semifinal was devastating and a tough one for the team for sure, but the boys found something on Saturday and not quit,” said head coach Andrew Robson.
“We were down 2-1 and ended up winning the fourth set 31-29, to push it
to a fifth set and once we got to the fifth set, it was a pretty cool moment to see the boys fire on all cylinders.
“It was a cool moment for sure. It would have been easy to roll over and not fight for that bronze medal the way that they did.”
The senior boys’ program at DSS has taken tremendous strides the past three years with bronze, silver and bronze medal performances at the last three provincial championships.
“Since the Friday loss, I have tried to put this all into perspective for myself. This is three podium finishes in a row,” he said.
“We have two boys graduating that were part of all three, so it’s been super cool to see a program shift from being just an OK program, to a program that is a serious threat over the past few years. At the end of the day, there are 85 teams in the province, and we are one of the three that gets to wear a medal.”
This year’s team includes:
Arshaan Bilga, Sean Mead, Leo Ortiz, Levi Sadlo, Jack Thompson, Chase Wilson, Jackson Yagin, Mason Dubnov, Omar Elfarra, Simon Euler, Kian Grewal, Matt Mackay, Tyler Ong and Jack Osten.
DSS senior boys finish ninth at B.C. soccer finals
IAN JACQUES
ijacques@delta-optimist.com
A solid soccer season for the senior boys at Delta Secondary culminated with a ninth-place finish last month at the provincial championships in Burnaby. The Pacers finished South Fraser league play with a 5-1-1
record with an impressive 16 goals for and only seven against. In the playoffs, they defeated Tamanawis 5-1, Lord Tweedsmuir 4-2 and StevestonLondon 1-0. Their only loss was 2-0 to Grandview Heights in the South Fraser final.
For the 3A provincials, which
were held Nov. 20 to 22 at Burnaby Lakes, the Pacers were in a pool with Reynolds, Argyle and Heritage Woods.
Only the top team in each of the four pools advanced to the championship side of the draw.
Delta lost 3-1 to Reynolds and 3-0 to Argyle, before rebounding for a 2-0 win over
Heritage Woods.
The results placed them third in their pool, and they were relegated to the consolation side of the draw where they beat Abbotsford 2-1 and then Charles Tupper 3-2 in the 9th/10th place game.
This year’s team includes: Liad Amsalem, Yuwa Asami,
Nikolaos Bocolas, Alexios Boufeas, Hayden Countryman, Sajveer Dhillon, Joshua Grund, Levi Klassen, Carter Lawton, Niklas Ljungberg, Matt McQuade, Ryan Mckibbin, Jack Osten, Ignacio Ramirez Fiddes, Jason Saunby, Charlie Taylor, Jayden Varn, Holden Wang and Bradley White.
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Delta Pacers won bronze at the 3A senior boys volleyball provincials in Langley.
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Celebrating a Life Well Lived In Loving Memory of Robert “Wayne” Skolrood
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a beloved father, husband, grandfather, coworker, and friend, Robert “Wayne” Skolrood.
A Life of Dedication
Born in 1938 and raised on the family farm in Maidstone, Saskatchewan, Wayne learned the meaning of hard work from a young age. Wayne lost his father, Arthur, when he was only 13 years old, and he and his brothers were responsible for keeping the farm going and providing for their mother and each other. At the age of 18, adventure and service beckoned, and Wayne joined the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, went to Depot Division in Regina and Ottawa for basic training, and started his first posting in New Brunswick. Wayne met his first wife, Irene, in Chatham, New Brunswick, married, and had three sons, Robert, Richard, and Troy. Policing took Wayne and his family from New Brunswick to Regina, Saskatchewan, to Edmonton, Alberta, and finally to Vancouver, BC, where he obtained the rank of Staff Sgt in the Firearms Section of the Vancouver Forensic Laboratory. At 38 years old, with a house full of sons, Wayne set new challenges and retired from the RCMP, and set his sights on Law School at UBC. Wayne graduated from law school and, after articling, became a Crown Prosecutor in the Lower Mainland, where he continued his life of service into his 70s. Wayne embodied compassion, integrity, and generosity. Throughout his life, Wayne touched countless hearts through acts of kindness, encouragement, and unwavering support. For Wayne, family was always at the center of his world. He was a devoted husband to Irene, and once she passed, he was a devoted husband to Jovita. Wayne was a loving parent, volunteering to Umpire Baseball games and ensuring his sons were always able to participate in any activity; hockey, baseball, skiing, anything they had an interest in. Wayne’s wisdom and warmth shaped the lives of his sons, inspiring two to follow his career path into the RCMP and the 3rd to join Canada Border Services. Wayne had a wide and extensive group of friends from his storied life, and the memories created will be treasured forever. We invite all who knew Wayne to celebrate his life by remembering the joy he brought into the world. Though he may be gone from our sight, his spirit endures in the hearts of those who loved them.
Service Information
A memorial service will be held in Wayne’s honour on Friday, December 12, 2025
The Delta Funeral Home and Cremation Centre
5329 Ladner Trunk Road
Delta, BC, V4K 1W6
Doors open at 12:30pm / Service starts at 1:00pm.
Joan Babette Matkin
Apr il 21, 1925 - November 4, 2025
We are saddened to announce the passing of our Mom on November 4, 2025, at the age of 100 She was predeceased by our dad, Douglas Matkin, and eldest daughter, Carole Schwab She is sur vived by daughter Ar lene, son Neil (Alain), daughter Shir lee (Br uce), and son-in-law David Schwab Also left to mour n are her grandchildren, Tyler, Jayne, Jesse, and Monica, and her four greatgrandchildren
Mom was bor n in Aldershot, UK, on Apr il 21, 1925, and was proud of the fact that she shared a bir thday with Queen Elizabeth II She joined the Women's Royal Naval Ser vice (WRENS) in 1942, although she had to lie about her age as she was too young She was stationed in Por tsmouth and on leave when she met Lt Doug Matkin at a dance, and 6 weeks later, they were marr ied
She left the UK on a ship full of War Br ides and landed at Halifax, NS She then boarded a train across Canada and stayed with Dad's family in Water ton Lake, AB until he joined her 6 months later when the War was over A few years later, Mom and Dad moved to Vancouver, then in 1964 to Ladner, where they raised their four children
Mom and Dad loved to camp in their trailer and were able to do so well into their 80s Mom volunteered at the Delta Hospital Auxiliar y for over 50 years and also loved to knit, read, swim, garden, travel, and play Cr ib and Br idge She was especially proud of getting her Dr iver's License at age 65
The family will have a gathering to celebrate Mom's life, which will be announced at a later date
In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Delta Hospital Auxiliary
Ger tr ud “Tr udi” Johanna Vonder Muhll
March 7, 1930 - November 27, 2025
With a mixture of sadness and gratitude, we announce that our beloved mother passed away on Nov 27, 2025, having lived to the great age of 95
Ger tr ud, who preferred to be called Tr udi, was predeceased by her husband Jean Marc (“Hans” who died in 1996) and all her siblings Louise, Dor is, Mar lene, Her man, William and Alice She is sur vived by her loving children Luke (sp Cindy), Tim (sp Er in) and Isabelle (sp Jonathan), grandchildren Alicia, Nicole, Logan, Brendan, Ella, Alex, Tim and Jeanette along with great grandchildren Jayden, Kailey and Abby, as well as many nieces and nephews
Tr udi was bor n in 1930 in Selkir k, Manitoba as the child of Ger man pioneer parents (Her mann and Mar ia Wehr le) and grew up in the far ming communit y of Little Br itain, near Lockpor t, MB Her character was for med by her childhood on the prair ies dur ing the Great Depression and WW2, her large and loving family and her strong Catholic faith She assisted her parents on the far m, and then trained as a stenographer and t ypist, and wor ked at Powell Equipment in Winnipeg and Brown Bover i in Switzer land She marr ied Hans in 1959, and they moved to Uranium Cit y in Saskatchewan where they lived for 10 years and made many fr iends that were like a second family Hans’ wor k took them br iefly to For t McMurray, then to Calgar y and eventually to Delta, BC in 1974
Tr udi was a busy homemaker and is remembered for her cooking, home-made baking and maintaining a lovely garden that eventually became a little forest on Dogwood Dr ive Her t wo greatest inspirations were music and her faith She was a par ishioner at Sacred Hear t for 51 years and had many fr iends from the Rosar y group and church family that suppor ted her She will be dear ly missed
A funeral mass will be celebrated on December 5, 2025, at 10:00 a m at Sacred Hear t Church (3900 Ar thur Dr ive, Ladner)
In lieu of flowers the family asks that you please send donations to Development and Peace (https://devp org/en/make-a-donation/) or the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra
A TIME TO REMEMBER
Honour the memor y of someone special by making a donation in their name to Delta Hospital and Commu‐nit y Health Foundation.
Donations made in memor y of your loved one can be acknowl‐edged with cards sent to family members and an acknowledgement and receipt sent to the donor
Tr ibutes for November Delta Hospital and Communit y Health Foundation acknowledges gifts in memor y of:
Frank Barr
Kathar ine Borch
James Cooper
Laura Cooper
Ronald Neil Coward
Malcom Da Silva
Neil Dennis
Al Enquist
Barbara Enquist
Rolf Gerhards
Ronnie Gibson
Tom & Barb Gigliotti
Judi Goodwin
Darren Heer
Shelley Hettle
Amr ik S Hothi
Peggy Husband
Fred K Kennedy
Ar lene Kyan
David Lai
Randy Malmas
Lawrene Pr ior
Joan Robinson
Mar ie Roy
Rena Simpson
Grace Stevens
Mike Str ukoff
Br ian Thomas
Bob War kentin
Lee Weber
Stanley Wong
Dr Joji (George)
Yamanaka
Your generosit y helps suppor t the Delta Hos‐pital Campus of Care including Irene Thomas Hospice and Mountain View Manor
Caring for our community, today and always.
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Margaret Virginia Savage (nee Johnson)
August 26, 1936 - November 24, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Margaret Savage on November 24, 2025
Margaret was bor n in Por t Ar thur, Ontar io (now Thunder Bay), and moved west with her family when she was 6 years old After graduation, Margaret pursued teaching and moved to Ladner, where she taught grades 3 and 4 at East Delta School She met her future husband, John, whom she marr ied in 1959 Together, they had three daughters Margaret was a wonderful grandma to her three grandchildren She enjoyed gardening, sewing, baking, reading, and tr ips with family and fr iends
Margaret was predeceased by her parents, Clas and Helmi Johnson, stepmother Edna, and husband
John She is sur vived by her daughters Kim (Mar k), Pam (Denis), and Lor i (Steve), as well as her grandchildren Chelsea (Brandon), Steven (Yer i), and Dustin (Cloe), plus many extended family members
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Heart & Stroke Foundation No service by request
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION NOTICE
TAKE NOTICE THAT Mangrove Water Technologies Ltd. of 7462 Progress Way, Delta, BC V4G 1E1 applies to the Metro Vancouver Regional District (“Metro Vancouver”) pursuant to the Greater Vancouver Regional District Air Quality Management Bylaw 1082, 2008 for a Permit.
1. The purpose of this application is to request authorization to discharge air contaminants from a lithium chemical processing facility located at 7462 Progress Way, Delta, BC V4G 1E1.
Mangrove Water Technologies Ltd. operates a processing facility that receives technical grade lithium carbonate solid as feedstock. The feedstock is then processed through reaction, evaporation, filtration, electrolysis, and crystallization steps into battery grade lithium hydroxide solid Website for more information: https://www.mangrovelithium.com/lithium-refining-process/
2. The legal description of the land or premises where the plant, operation or source and treatment works are or will be located is Parcel A, Plan NWP62758, District Lot 129, Group 2, New Westminster Land District, except Plan BCP19382 PID: 002-269-864.
3. A summary of the emission characteristics for the entire facility is as follows:
d. Maximum duration of discharge of air contaminants: 8,760 hours/year
e. Authorization term requested: 10 years
4. The mass of material to be discharged, emitted or stored (per specific time period) is as follows:
Total Emissions from All Sources Based on Requested Limits and or Estimates*
*Detailed methods for calculating emissions are contained in the full application document
This Notice is published pursuant to the Environmental Management Act, the Public Notification Regulation, and the Greater Vancouver Regional District Air Quality Management Bylaw 1082, 2008. A person who may be adversely affected by the granting or amending of the permit described in this notice may, within 30 days of its publication, notify Metro Vancouver’s District Director in writing stating how that person is affected When making a decision on the permit or approval application, the District Director will consider the application, comments submitted and any responses provided by the applicant.
As per the Environmental Protection Notice, available on our website https://metrovancouver.org/ services/e nv iron me nt al -reg ul at io n- en fo rc em en t/ ai r- qu al it y- re gu la to ry -p ro gr am /p er mi t- ap pl ic at io ns , in fo rm at io n collected during the comment period and the time following until a decision on the permit application has been made is collected by Metro Vancouver in accordance to s.26(c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The information collected will be used for the purpose of making a decision on the permit or approval application and will be forwarded to the permit applicant for response to the District Director By submitting a public comment, you consent to such disclosure Also, your submission may be made available to the public as part of the public record, subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Should you have any questions about the collection of this personal information please contact the Privacy Officer at privacy@metrovancouver.org
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