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A2 The Delta Optimist January 8, 2026
COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF BYLAWS – JANUARY 19, 2026 Notice is hereby given that Delta City Council will consider giving first, second, and third readings to the bylaws referenced below at its Regular Meeting at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, January 19, 2026 in the Council Chamber, 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, B.C. File No. LU009737 (Bylaw No. 8552) Location:
6291, 6297, 6303, 6309, 6315, 6321, 6327, 6333, 6339 and 6351 River Road
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Brad Dore, Dore Design & Development
Proposal:
Application for rezoning to permit construction of a single detached or duplex dwelling on each lot with a maximum building height of three storeys and a maximum floor area of 385 m2 (4,144 ft2). The application is consistent with Delta’s Official Community Plan. Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 7600, 2017 Amendment Bylaw No. 8552 To rezone the subject property from Comprehensive Development Zone No. 431 (C.D. 431) under “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” to Comprehensive Development Zone No. 63 (CDZ63).
Staff Contact:
Paul Belzile – Senior Planner, 604-952-3155
File No. LU009905 (Bylaw No. 8553) Location:
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Proposal:
Application to amend Comprehensive Development Zone No. 495 to permit an addition to the existing hotel that would create 69 additional hotel rooms. The proposal is consistent with Delta’s Official Community Plan. Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977 Amendment Bylaw No. 8553 To amend the Comprehensive Development Zone No. 495 (C.D. 495) by: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
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Increasing the maximum number of hotel rooms from 124 to 193; Increasing the maximum gross floor area from 16,000 m2 to 21,000 m2; Reducing the minimum number of required parking spaces from 800 total parking spaces, including 124 spaces reserved for hotel users and 7 accessible parking spaces, to 625 total parking spaces, including 193 spaces reserved for hotel users and 7 accessible parking spaces; Updating the map showing the lands that are zoned C.D. 495; and Updating the setbacks to reflect the new proposal.
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FOR MORE INFORMATION REGARDING THE PROPOSALS Materials related to the proposals such as the proposed bylaws, detailed maps and other information may be inspected at Delta City Hall, 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, BC, Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. from Thursday, January 8, 2026 to Monday, January 19, 2026. If you have a general inquiry regarding the proposal or if you would like assistance to inspect any relevant documentation, please contact the Development Department by email at development@delta.ca or by phone at 604-946-3380. Correspondence received up to 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 15, 2026 may be included in the Agenda package. All correspondence must include your name and full address and may form part of the public record for the proposal and be published on the City’s website.
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BC Assessment figures show Delta property drops, mostly Lower Mainland total assessments have decreased from about $2.01 trillion in 2025 to about $1.92 trillion this year SANDOR GYARMATI
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Not only are Delta house prices, for the most part, gradually taking a slide but assessments have also once again gone down. BC Assessment last week announced that the 2026 property assessments, which reflect market value as of July 1, 2025, have been announced for owners of about 1,140,000 properties throughout the Lower Mainland. The updated assessments are now available at bcassessment.ca in addition to 2026 property assessment notices being mailed to each owner. “The softening housing market is being reflected in 2026 property assessments,” said BC Assessment Assessor Bryan Murao in a news release. “Many homeowners throughout the Lower Mainland can expect some decreases in assessed value with most changes ranging between -10% to 0%.” According to B.C. Assessment, the typical assessed value for a single-family home in Delta, as of July 1, 2024, was $1,410,000, but by July 1, 2025 that dropped to $1,353,000.
That works out to around four percent, but some homes will have seen bigger drops. Meanwhile, the latest typical assessed value of a Delta strata property, including townhomes and condos, dropped five percent. Delta’s neighborhoods saw different degrees of assessed property value declines. For example, the neighbourhood of Sunshine Hills-Scottsdale saw single-family dwellings drop 6.4 per cent for 2026, but in Ladner the drop was 2.8 percent and in Tsawwassen it was 1.7 percent. According to a Greater Vancouver Realtors (GVR) market report last fall, there was plenty of inventory and the market appeared to have buyers patiently waiting, while sellers have been adjusting to market conditions not seen in years. The GVR noted that the benchmark price for a single-detached house in Ladner and Tsawwassen in November 2025 had dropped 6.7 percent and 9.3 percent respectively over one year, and down 2.9 percent and 1.3 percent over three years. Those declines coincided with the cooling of the once red-hot Lower Mainland real estate market.
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Changes in property assessments reflect movement in the real estate market and can vary greatly from property to property, says BC Assessment.
BC Assessment notes that when estimating a property’s market value, professional appraisers analyze current sales in the area, as well as considering other characteristics such as size, age, quality, condition, view and location. If a property owner is still concerned about their assessment after speaking to one of BC Assessment’s appraisers, they may submit a notice of complaint (appeal) by Feb. 2. Homeowner grant available The B.C. government last week announced the threshold for the provincial homeowner grant for residential properties has been set at $2.075 million
for 2026, providing modest property tax relief to eligible homeowners. This year’s threshold is down from $2.175 million last year. The basic grant amounts remain unchanged with as much as $570 for properties in the Capital Regional District, Fraser Valley Regional District and Metro Vancouver Regional District, and as much as $770 for properties outside those areas. Seniors, veterans and people with disabilities, or those living with a relative who has a disability, may be eligible for additional grants, including as much as $845 in Metro Vancouver. The province notes that, in 2025, nearly 500,000 seniors and more than 19,000 people with disabilities received the extra support. To be eligible for a grant, a property must be the homeowner’s principal residence and homeowners must apply to receive the grant. Homeowners can submit their grant application any time during the tax year. The best time to apply is in May after property tax notices have been received and before the property-tax due date, typically in July. Homeowners may also be eligible for B.C.’s Property Tax Deferment Program if they support a dependent child (Families with Children Program), are 55, or older during the current year, are a surviving spouse or a person with disabilities.
A4 The Delta Optimist January 8, 2026
Court sends man convicted of killing Delta resident back to jail PHIL MELNYCHUK
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A man out of jail after appealing his conviction for killing a Delta man is back behind bars, after a Dec. 16 B.C. Appeal Court decision. Adrianus Johannes Rosbergen was let out of prison Aug. 22, 2025 on interim release, pending his appeal of both conviction and sentence. Rosbergen, approximately 83 years old, was convicted of second-degree murder of Allen William Skedden, of Delta. Rosbergen was found guilty by a jury in Vancouver Supreme Court, in December 2024 and received a life sentence, with no parole eligibility for 12 years. Skedden, 52, disappeared Feb. 21, 2017. On March 2, 2017, his body was found in the 22000-block of Fraserwood Way, in Richmond, just west of the Alex Fraser Bridge. Following a Crown request for a review of the decision to grant interim release, Appeal Court Justice Lauri Ann Fenlon’s said in the judgment
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William Skedden died in 2017.
that another judge’s decision last summer to temporarily release Rosbergen was flawed because the judge did not fully assess the strength of Rosbergen’s appeal of his conviction. Fenlon also said the bail judge did not compare the amount of time Rosbergen would be in custody awaiting the appeal — to the life sentence that was handed down. Previous decisions have linked long sentences as reasons for denying interim release, although a long sentence has also been relevant in granting
release. The judgment also said it was an error to consider the risk of spending time in custody awaiting an appeal, without putting that in context of the life sentence. Appeals are usually held within a year, the judgment said. “It is evident that this is not a case in which Mr. Rosbergen will have served a substantial portion of his sentence before the appeal is heard,” said the judgment. The judgment also noted that the defence lawyer contended that the bail judge must have considered Rosbergen’s age in making the decision. But the judgment discounted that, saying the bail judge didn’t accept that. “If Mr. Rosbergen turns out to have only a few more years ahead of him, there is a greater public interest in seeing that he begins to serve his sentence immediately, rather than spending a significant portion of his remaining years out on bail,” said Fenlon. Rosbergen filed his appeal of both the sentence and conviction in April 2025 and in August argued that the strength of his appeal, along with his age and deteriorating health while in
custody for eight months, favoured his release. He also needed to sell property in order to fund his defence, said the judgment. “Given the weak merits of the appeal, the seriousness of the offence, and the appellant’s moral culpability, there is a strong public interest in this case in seeing the sentence imposed without delay. The release order is set aside and the appellant is returned to custody,” the court said Dec. 16. In background from the trial, the judgment noted that the two were in a court dispute over a tenancy claim with Rosbergen ordered to pay Skedden $1,080. “During sentencing, the trial judge found Mr. Rosbergen had beaten Mr. Skedden until his bones were broken and then suffocated him before callously disposing of his body by the side of the river where it was predated upon by animals,” the judgment said. Skedden’s brother Kelly Cleland said, “My only real comment would be that I have a feeling justice is going in the right direction, and I’m very relieved to know Rosbergen has been returned to prison.”
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A very busy part of Delta continues to be woefully underserved by transit. That’s what city councillors once again agreed when it comes to Annacis Island, home of not only many industrial facilities, but also to a BCIT campus. In a presentation to council in mid-December, BCIT president Dr. Jeff Zabudsky, talked about BCIT’s Annacis Island Campus, a 142,000 square-foot school facility which is home to motive power programs, preparing students for careers in transportation. The programs prepare students for such trades as heavy mechanical, marine mechanical technician apprenticeship, a
heavy-duty truck technology diploma as well as railway conductor and operations. However, a challenge facing students trying to access the campus remains public transit, said Zabudsky. Council agreed to write a letter in support to TransLink’s Mayor’s Council seeking better transit access to the campus, as well as other facilities. Coun. Jennifer Johal noted that council had a meeting with TransLink CEO Kevin Quinn at the September Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM) convention about insufficient transit frequency for Annacis Island. City staff have also been working with the Delta Chamber of Commerce on the issue. Coun. Dylan Kruger
said there has been many motions over the years “but the fact is, TransLink is not doing a good enough job when it comes to connecting people with jobs in our region, and that starts with our vastly growing industrial areas in Tilbury and Annacis Island.” Mayor George Harvie noted south of the Fraser has not been well served in comparison to the north, adding he has also spoken recently to Surrey Mayor Brenda Locke about the issue. Poor transit service for Delta’s industrial areas was also a topic raised at the City of Delta’s Economic Breakfast in September. In 2023, the city put forward a motion at that year’s UBCM convention asking other communities to support a call
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for the province to help provide better transit options for skilled trades, technical workers and businesses located within industrial areas and business parks. A staff report at the time noted that regional growth strategies are increasingly focused on the concept of “complete communities” where higher-density tripgenerating development is being directed to urban centres and areas where most trips can be taken by transit, walking or biking. However, public transit solutions are not planned or focused on industrial areas or business parks, as those are lower-density areas and are, by design, located farther away from residential neighbourhoods. “This makes them less
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BCIT outlined its new strategic plan and is looking for opportunities for continued partnership with Delta. financially-viable options for regular bus service. As a result, the workers and businesses that operate on industrial lands do not have equitable access to reliable and timely public transit as do workers and businesses operating in sectors within urban centres,” the report noted. TransLink’s 2025
Investment Plan included some improvements for Delta including a second connection between Scott Road Station and Ladner Exchange via Hwy. 17/ SFPR. The route is to provide faster and more direct access to major industrial employment workplaces in Tilbury Industrial Park.
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Woman found not criminally responsible But two charges of attempted murder still stand, as case has been referred to Review Board for a decision PHIL MELNYCHUK
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A woman facing two charges of attempted murder has been found not criminally responsible by reason of a
mental disorder. The decision was announced in Surrey provincial court on Dec. 9. The woman was charged a year ago following a Nov. 29, 2024
incident when Delta police were called to the 8200-block of River Road. A vehicle was seen stuck in the mud on the bank of the Fraser River. Prior to police arrival,
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defence entered submissions that the defendant was not criminally responsible because of her mental state. “The court made this finding after a hearing, where an expert in forensic psychiatry testified and exhibits (including psychiatric reports) were filed,” said BCPS. However, a final decision on what happens next won’t take place until a later hearing by the Review Board. The Review Board is appointed by cabinet and includes two people with experience in the field of mental health, while the chairperson is a sitting or retired judge. Under the Criminal
Code, the Review Board will hold a hearing and make a decision within 45 days of a court’s decision. However, the two charges have not been stayed. “… a finding of NCRMD (not criminally responsible by reason of a mental disorder) does not mean that the charges have been stayed,” said the prosecution service. “The defendant continues to be dealt with under the mental health arm of the criminal justice system. “The defendant is now under the jurisdiction of the Review Board,” said BCPS. A publication ban is in place in order to protect the identity of the children.
Delta man arrested, charged in night club attack in Vancouver Suspect was arrested outside club IAN JACQUES
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A 31-year-old Delta man was arrested and charged following a fight and assault at a Yaletown night club in Vancouver Sunday night (Dec. 28). Vancouver Police responded just before 3 a.m. to reports of an assault inside a night club near Nelson Street and Hamilton Street. Witnesses intervened and rendered first aid to the victim, prior to police arrival.
Vancouver Police arrested a suspect outside the night club. According to a Vancouver Police news release, Paramveer Singh Jhooti, 31, has been charged with one count of aggravated assault. Jhooti arrested for allegedly slashing another man’s face with a knife. The victim received treatment in hospital for non-life-threatening injuries. Police do not believe the incident was random.
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Human error and a very unfortunate set of circumstances has been ruled as the cause of a blaze at a property at the Southlands on Dec. 23. Delta Fire Department Dep. Chief Dave Wood confirmed the cause of the fire in an email to the Optimist on Monday, Jan. 5, following an investigation by the department. Century Group president Sean Hodgins also confirmed with the Optimist that the structure destroyed in the fire was a combination barn and workshop. He said in addition to
the barn and some tools, a hops harvester was lost. “Delta fire stopped it from spreading to an adjacent house and diesel tanks so it could have been much worse,” Hodgins said. When the fire started shortly after 11:30 a.m. on Dec. 23, Delta fire department responded with six apparatus and 24 firefighters attacking the fire from the air on their ladder truck, as well as an exterior attack. “Upon arrival, firefighters encountered heavy fire involvement and dense black smoke originating from a large barn,” said Wood. “Given the extent of the fire, a defensive strategy
was implemented, with aerial apparatus deployed to apply elevated master streams for fire suppression.” Wood said as firefighters were responding to the call, it was reported that all occupants who were in the barn escaped and there were no reported injuries. Delta police provided traffic support as there was a temporary closure at the time between 12th and Third avenues. When the blaze started, large black clouds of smoke could be seen by residents across Delta, with several contacting the Optimist about what they saw and providing photos.
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2025 tested politics, business and trust
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t the end of 2025, it feels less like we have lived through a single year than through a stress test. Politics, business, culture, sport, and identity were all put under load, and some of the theories we’d been carrying around finally snapped. What emerged instead were lessons less elegant, more practical, occasionally uncomfortable, and darkly funny. 1. Politics is now judged less by ideology than by basic competence. This became painfully obvious as the gravitational pull of U.S. President Donald Trump reasserted itself south of the border. Loathe him or not, Trump’s enduring challenge for us isn’t just what he says, but how badly institutions struggle to respond with coherence. The daily disruptions, Truth Social streams, licence for fibs, and bald self-indulgence made it impossible for us to stay in the relationship. Canadians weren’t asking for moral perfection. We were asking whether any adult appeared to be in charge. 2. Mark Carney’s early advantage was tone, not policy. As prime minister, Carney benefited from arriving as that adult who spends more time reading the briefing notes than practising his signature on executive orders. His calm, bankerly seriousness contrasted with years of performative politics on both sides of the Commons aisle. It was partly who he was, partly who he thankfully wasn’t. Whether that holds is an open question, but in 2025, projecting control felt like a reform agenda. 3. Provincial politics is where public trust now goes to be tested — and strained. In B.C. especially, the province became the main arena for housing, infrastructure, health care, and public disorder. Cities complained about downloads, Ottawa hovered distantly, and Victoria carried the file — and the blame. What it revealed was a government ill-suited to handling challenge, yet unchallenged in the role itself. Its principal asset at year’s end is the turmoil across the aisle, and until an alternative emerges with fiscal credibility and social modernity, the incumbents can stay incompetent, yet stay put. 4. The economy stopped being an abstraction and started showing up at dinner. Inflation eased; affordability didn’t.
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Liberal Leader Mark Carney speaks to a crowd in Metro Vancouver during the federal election, April 24, 2025.
Canadians spoke less about GDP and productivity and more about groceries, rent, and whether “doing OK” now meant standing still. Economic anxiety wasn’t loud, but weary. The national mood shifted from anger to exhaustion, particularly amid political pledges about it. 5. Business revealed where the economy’s real pressure points actually are. While governments debated frameworks and values, businesses confronted capital costs, labour shortages, soft demand, and regulatory drag all at once. The lesson wasn’t that markets are heartless, but that they are clarifying. You cannot virtue-signal your way out of a margin problem. In 2025, business became the place where economic reality stopped being theoretical. 6. In B.C., business institutions discovered that their social licence had thinned dramatically. By 2025, some of B.C.’s most visible sectors — real estate development, groceries, banking, insurance, telecom, utilities and transportation — were operating with far less public goodwill than they assumed. Price increases were interpreted as profiteering. Development delays were blamed on greed rather than permitting complexity. Even accurate corporate explanations landed poorly in a province under intense cost-of-living pressure. Years of consolidation and opaque pricing left little trust to draw on when conditions tightened. Social licence proved neither permanent nor transferable.
7. Demography is a labour, housing, and health issue, and B.C. keeps ducking it. We continue to kick the can down the road on both the needs and opportunities of an aging population. Ageism, our quietest form of discrimination, filters out skilled, experienced workers while employers complain about shortages. Housing strategies are geared to the earliest stages of life, and health-care and entitlement reforms that might blunt future public-finance shocks remain largely avoided. 8. Sport remains an anchor of identity and one of the few places where arguments get settled cleanly. In a year thick with contested truths, sport’s appeal was its bluntness. Someone wins. Someone loses. The standings do not care about your intentions. The Canucks, Whitecaps, and Lions — even their struggles — remain shared reference points in a fragmented civic culture, supplying common ritual, visible stakes, and collective memory when other institutions feel distant. 9. Popular culture tried to function as an emotional support system. In 2025, Canadians didn’t look to pop culture for surprise so much as reassurance. We rewatched familiar shows, filled arenas for legacy acts, and treated nostalgia like a coping mechanism. It wasn’t a failure of imagination, but a search for stability. Trouble was, we lacked a definitive form of appointment viewing across screens (except perhaps sports), and that era may have passed. 10. Media challenges are a democracy issue, and Canada is asleep at the switch. AI overviews now satisfy readers with summaries instead of journalism. Bad actors flood social platforms with disinformation. Federal financing of news jaundices public trust in some quarters. The public broadcaster has a credibility problem, and our media market is dwarfed by the one below the border. Anyone have a prescription? Taken together, 2025 wasn’t about radical change so much as forced clarity. The country seemed to be asking a simpler question than it had in years: does this work, and can we trust the people responsible when it doesn’t? It’s not a revolutionary mood. It’s a corrective one. Kirk LaPointe is a Lodestar Media columnist and vice-president in the office of the chair at Fulmer and Company.
January 8, 2026 The Delta Optimist A9
Letters
Lon Schieder
PRESENTS
Delta’s primary care centre open for only a few hours Editor: How pleased I was to read in the Dec. 18 edition of the Optimist, about the South Delta After Hours Urgent and Primary Care Centre located in Tsawwassen. Interestingly, hours of operation are limited to 3.5 hours on weekdays
and slightly longer on weekends and stat holidays. Meanwhile, the Richmond and Surrey/ Whalley UPCCs are open 14 or 12 hours every day. I note South Delta’s UPCC is referred to as an “after hours” UPCC and I wonder what these hours
of operation are after. Is it assumed we all have a family doctor to see during business hours? (We don’t.) Or, perhaps the short hours are a result of a shortage of staff, in which case I hope that can be rectified soon. Karen McNair
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Are we losing simple courtesy? Editor: I received a wonderful message of generosity, kindness and gratitude while shopping at Shoppers recently in the guise of a lovely man who insisted on paying for my purchases. It wasn’t the payment, as I only had two small items, but his words -that he’d been blessed with a good life and wanted to pass on his goodwill to others -- that touched me. It reinforced in my heart that there are many generous people on this planet and that I too feel blessed to live in such an excellent community.
But -- and there’s always a but -- this most pleasant surprise arrived after a most unfortunate story I’d heard the evening before. While dining at Pat Quinn’s on Boxing Day, I learned that the Christmas dinner put on by the restaurant was marred with numerous cancellations. Now, unforeseen occurrences happen and people’s plans change, but it seemed there was an inordinate number of no-shows for such an anticipated event. To these people, remember: servers, kitchen staff, hostesses,
cleaners, etc, take time off from their families to serve you; food is purchased and prepared in anticipation of the numbers booked; and the many people on the cancellation wait list, who would have loved your table, couldn’t attend because you failed to inform the restaurant you were unable to honour your reservation. As the gentleman at Shoppers illustrated, we are largely a considerate and caring community, so let’s not forget simple courtesies just because it’s a busy time of year. T. Lott
Reflective clothing a must when running at night
Editor: It was a dark and foggy night, on Tuesday, Dec. 30 at 5:35 p.m. We decided to go to a restaurant in Tsawwassen, and took the 34B farm road from East Ladner, to get there. You were running west on the farm road, in dark clothing. We only saw you at the last minute, in our headlights, because there are no street lights on the farm road. Christmas lights from some buildings and barns on 34B,
don’t amount to much, in the winter. We could have hit you from behind, and injured or killed you, which is something that we don’t want to do at Christmas (or any other time). If you insist on running on a dark road at night, especially in the winter, wear reflective clothing or a head lamp; so drivers can see you coming and going. Also, consider running on the opposite side of the road. A. Cameron
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Delta working on new cemetery master plan SANDOR GYARMATI
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The city has wrapped up gathering feedback on the future of cemetery services and proposed plans for the Boundary Bay and North Delta cemeteries. The proposed master plan focuses on expanding burial services at the North Delta site including new green burial spaces, while Boundary Bay Cemetery, which is near capacity, would shift toward more cremation and memorial offerings, according to the city. The city had retained a consultant to help develop an updated plan as, over the past several years, demand for in-ground and aboveground interments has continued at a steady pace.
Citing capacity concerns at the Boundary Bay Cemetery, a report last year noted a phased development approach is recommended with the arrangement of lots dictating future capacity. Several options have been identified including creating capacity through in-ground and aboveground cremation lots. It is anticipated that the update would ultimately result in between 1,000 – 1,400 new cremation lots across all phases. As far as North Delta, while capacity is not as much of a concern, adding options to current services is recommended. Infill consisting of traditional full burial lots, in-ground cremation lots, woodland cremation lots and columbaria are envisioned, the report noted, adding that the incorpo-
ration of a new area for green burials is also contemplated. The report also noted that if no action was taken, the capacity of full burials at Boundary Bay will have been reached within five-to-six years, while cremation lots would be full in two-tothree years. The first phase of the plan for that cemetery includes an enhanced woodland cremation garden, additional in-ground cremation opportunities and added columbaria. That would increase available capacity by providing unlimited scatter garden services, an additional 300 in-ground cremation lots, and 20 -to-40 new columbaria lots. The additions would extend on-site capacity for the interment of cremated remains for 10-plus years,
the report explained. The proposed second phase includes mixed in-ground interment options, including full burial and cremation, on the north and south perimeters of the cemetery and added infill of columbaria options. Depending on the configuration of the interment options, that could provide approximately 240 additional in-ground full burials and upwards of 550 in-ground cremation lots. The third phase would include linear cremation gardens consisting of a mix of columbaria and inground cremated remain options. Columbaria added in place of inground cremation lots would offer the most significant opportunities for interment and memorialization at the existing site,
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The city would need to formalize ownership of lands along the southern property line at the Boundary Bay Cemetery as part of the proposed plan. further expanding services, the report added. The reconfiguration of pathways is also envisioned, while the southern edge of the concept plan indicates parcels of land shown as cemetery. However, those parcels are not formally dedicated as a road and are privately owned. A parcel of land connected to the agricultural land parcel
"Gifts of Time and Love are surely the basic ingredients of a truly Merry Christmas." Peg Bracken
Kirk Holifield
This was our 8th annual Ladner Community Christmas Day Dinner, and it was truly one for the books! The warmth, laughter, and love that filled the hall reminded us why we come together year after year. Alex Whittaker out did himself with his musical talent, bringing people out of their seats and onto the dance floor, lifting our spirits. Thanks to our community of incredible volunteers, our guests came together, connecting in meaningful ways, feeling seen, heard and cared about. A very special thank you to our wonderful donors. Thank you for understanding the value of this event. Your generous support and contributions help make this dinner possible and meaningful. Our apologies if we missed someone on this list ... In loving gratitude, until next year, Jeff Brown, his mom, Shirley, and our supportive community Cupe Local 454 All Saints Church - Ladner Kevin Husband Fraserland Farms - Harris Family Ritz Grill Catering-Stewart McLeod Colin & Stephanie Robie Bill Goold Jayne Leigh Paul & Leah Chapman Lon Schieder Karen Henderson Aaron Bancy Jean, Louise & Diane Delta Optimist Katie Jini & Hari Aaron John & Cheryl Thompson Greg Harrison & Crew
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to the east and would need to be acquired by the city to accommodate additional burial plots in the area. As far as managing the current capacity, the report also suggests possibly limiting future full burials to North Delta only, while another possibility is to limit future plot sales to Delta residents only.
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January 8, 2026 The Delta Optimist A11
City to add new bike park at Kennsington Park SANDOR GYARMATI
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The City of Delta has issued a request for bids from qualified firms to construct a new bike park in East Ladner within an already-developed concept design. The scope of the Kensington Park project includes detailed design and construction of an asphalt pump track and a dirt jump track, with a project budget of $500,000. In May 2025, following a competitive bid process, the city retained a consultant to prepare preliminary design concepts and a community engagement plan. Two initial design options were developed for a pump track and dirt jump/ skills area at Kensington, intended to replace an existing bike at Holly Park. A final concept design was approved last fall, and the aim is to have the project substantially completed by September 2026. The move from Holly Park was necessitated by the approval of a new townhouse project.
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A land exchange with the city was part of the adjoining development, resulting in a modified Holly Park boundary that impacted the existing bike pump track. Two of the four existing bike tracks have already been decommissioned, while the novice and advanced tracks and parking lot were to remain in place for the time being. A Delta staff report last fall noted potential future uses for the existing track’s location at Holly will be considered as part of a broader master plan process for the park. The realigned boundary at the park, meantime, will provide space to accommodate a potential additional field at the park. The development application also included the city receiving $500,000 for park improvements. The City of Delta is also currently developing a new overall Parks, Recreation and Culture Master Plan. A summary report on the feedback gathered during the first phase of the public engagement process is to be presented to council in early 2026.
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Community
Christmas Bird Count sees lower numbers in Ladner 126th year for the annual count held on Dec. 14
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Golden-crowned Sparrow.
On Dec. 14, birding enthusiasts flocked across Ladner for the annual Christmas Bird Count. For the 126th year, Birds Canada and US partner National Audubon Society hosted this tradition that has lasted more than 12 decades. According to one of the local count coordinators Yousif Attia, this year a total of 135 species of birds were found on count day with an additional nine species found during Count Week (three days prior to and three days after the Count Day). “The Count Day itself
was somewhat windy and cool, and numbers of birds were lower than in previous years,” said Attia. “Highlights were four Hudsonian Whimbrel, large shorebirds that have long curved bills, a Mountain Bluebird, and six different kinds of owl. “The Christmas Bird Count is a community event that helps document changes in bird populations over time. The annual tradition of counting birds stems from a historical Christmas Hunt, and now is used as a tool for conservation.” Learn more about how you can get involved at www.birdscanada.org/ cbc/ -Staff Writer
Church choir seeks new singers The South Delta Singers (previously Ladner Glee) have recently welcomed a new
director to open 2026. Recently, Dr. Anna Vavilova, a highly respected figure in the Canadian
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Burrows Family Foundation donates $100,000 to hospital foundation Christmas came early this year at the Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation. In a post on its Facebook page on Monday, Dec. 22, the Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation expressed its deep gratitude to the Harlow & Mary Ann Burrows Family Foundation for their incredible holiday gift of $100,000, completing their threeyear commitment of $300,000 to the Coming Home Campaign. “This gift will be transformational in
advancing long-term care right here in Delta,” said the Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation. “In recognition of their generosity, the therapeutic art space in the new Beedie Long-Term Care Centre will be named the Mary Ann Burrows Art Studio. It will offer art, music, gardening, and more to promote mental well-being through creativity. We are truly grateful to the Harlow & Mary Ann Burrows Family Foundation for their dedicated support!” -Staff Writer
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Earthwise celebrates major growth in food security
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Earthwise Society is reflecting on the remarkable growth of its food security programs and the collective impact they are having across the community.
Earthwise Society is reflecting on the remarkable growth of its food security programs and the collective impact they are having across the community. As the lead agency of the Delta Food Coalition (DFC), a network of local organizations working together to address food insecurity, in 2025, Earthwise guided an unprecedented expansion in food redistribution. What began as a small, grassroots initiative has evolved into one of Delta’s most impactful food security programs, transforming access to fresh, healthy food for thousands of residents. Since its early days, the Earthwise Harvest Box Program has been central to reducing food waste, strengthening food literacy, and ensuring vulnerable households have access to fresh produce. By rescuing surplus produce from local farms and homeowners, the program ensures that good food is never wasted. Instead, this
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fresh, nutritious food is donated to those who need it most through the support of DFC partner agencies. In 2025, Harvest Box and other related DFC programs redistributed more than 100,000 pounds of fresh produce, representing a significant increase from just two years ago, when 14,437 pounds was rescued. Beyond food rescue and redistribution, the program continues to build skills and confidence around healthy eating. Each Harvest Box is accompanied by helpful tips on storage, preparation, and nutrition, along with recipes that introduce families to new fruits and vegetables. These resources not only stretch household budgets, but also encourage long-term food resilience across the community. The program’s success is made possible by the dedication of volunteers, home growers, and local
farmers who are involved at every stage. Volunteers glean excess fruit from local yards and pack Harvest Boxes, while home gardeners share produce through the Don’t Mow, Grow Victory Garden initiative. Local farmers donate generously, supplying fresh, nutritious food that allows DFC programs to thrive and expand their impact across the community. Earthwise Society invites community members to help build on this momentum. Whether you are interested in volunteering, donating produce from your garden, or sponsoring a Harvest Box, your involvement directly supports local families. To learn more about how you can make a meaningful difference, please contact info@earthwisesociety.bc.ca. Delta Food Coalition programs are supported by United Way British Columbia. -Submitted
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CHURCH DIRECTORY A Warm and Joyful welcome to...
Sacred Heart Catholic Church 3900 Arthur Drive, Ladner 604-946-4522 sacredheartparish.ca
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ishable, undefiled, and unfading, kept in heaven for you”. Are you prepared for His return? At our Christmas Eve service I shared that the bible is clear: your good works can’t save you, even church attendance cannot save you: Only belief in Jesus as your Lord and Saviour, for only Jesus saves. I implore you to come to Jesus and find grace! John 14: “Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in Me. In My Father’s house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to Myself, that where I am you may be also.”
Minister’s Minute SHAWN WILSON
Living Hope Ladner Church
means good news now, and for our future. Peter puts it this way: “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! According to His great mercy, He has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, to an inheritance that is imperWe preach Christ, the Word of Life
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It wasn’t a White Christmas, but I hope you enjoyed the season nonetheless. Our church enjoyed a packed house on Christmas Eve, with the children putting on another fantastic narrative of the birth of Jesus. All the usual characters were portrayed from baby Jesus to wise men, Mary, Joseph, shepherds and angels. We, as one would expect, sang Silent Night, with a single candle illuminating the room, our thoughts returning to Jesus’ arrival. As a Christian, I know the story doesn’t end there. In fact, we Christians look forward with great anticipation to Jesus’ second coming. He has provided for us a “living hope”, which
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Tsawwassen Martial Arts Tournament Team completes successful 2025 season The Tsawwassen Martial Arts Tournament Team closed out a full and highly successful tournament season this November, competing in three major events across the Lower Mainland. Under the leadership of Sensei Laurian Lapadatu, athletes of all ages represented Tsawwassen with dedication, skill, and sportsmanship—bringing home an impressive collection of medals. Sato Cup – Nov. 8 (15 athletes competed) Frankie Martignago – Bronze (Kumite) Isabelle Lapadatu – Silver (Kumite) Nate Larsen – Gold (Kata), Gold (Kumite) Connor An – Bronze (Kata), Silver (Kumite) Thomas Wolf – Silver (Kata), Silver (Kumite) Emily Lapadatu – Gold (Kata) Hanna Francis Bain – Silver (Kata), Bronze (Kumite) Noah Larsen – Bronze (Kata) Rosa Sedaghat – Bronze (Kata) Additional competitors: Emily Montgomery, Grayson Montgomery, Dallas Maxwell, Olivia Wolf, Lucas Pegrum, Lucas Maxwell. JKA Tournament – Chilliwack Kumite Clinic (Nov. 15) & Tournament (Nov. 16), nine athletes competed Emily Lapadatu – Gold (Kumite) Isabelle Lapadatu – Silver (Kumite), Bronze (Kata) Nate Larsen – Bronze (Kata), Silver (Kumite) Noah Larsen – Gold (Kata), Gold
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The Tsawwassen Martial Arts community extends congratulations to all athletes for their hard work, perseverance, and outstanding performances as it closed out a successful tournament season in November. (Kumite) Connor An - Silver (Kata), Bronze (Kumite) Emily Montgomery – Silver (Kumite) Maria Ceniza – Bronze (Kumite) Additional competitors: Hannah Francis Bain, Grayson Montgomery. BC Open – Richmond Oval – Nov. 22 Frankie Martignago – Silver (Kata), Silver (Kumite) Isabelle Lapadatu – Bronze (Kumite) Maria Ceniza – Gold (Kata), Bronze (Kumite) Emily Montgomery – Silver (Kata), Bronze (Kumite) Hannah Francis Bain – Bronze (Kata), Bronze (Kumite) Rosa Sedaghat – Bronze (Kata),
Silver (Kumite) Amelia Jorgenson – Bronze (Kata), Bronze (Kumite) Harrison Maxwell – Bronze (Kumite) Emily Lapadatu – Gold (Kata), Gold (Kumite) Ariana Lidder – Silver (Kata) Wyatt Kelder – Bronze (Kata) Thomas Wolf – Silver (Kumite) Donald Jorgenson – Gold (Kata), Bronze (Kumite) Connor An – Bronze (Kata) Nate Larsen – Silver (Kumite), Silver (Weapons) Gabriel Nijjer – Silver (Kata), Gold (Kumite) Brody Tsim – Bronze (Kata), Bronze (Kumite) Booker Taylor – Bronze (Kata) Lucas Frumson – Bronze (Kumite)
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Henry Hall – Bronze (Kumite) Noah Larsen – Silver (Kata) Grayson Montgomery – Gold (Kata), Silver (Kumite), Silver (Weapons) Aayan Lidder – Silver (Kata), Bronze (Kumite) Lucas Pegrum – Bronze (Kumite) Additional competitors: Mackenzie Jordan, Olivia Wolf, Adrian Shaw, Rohnick Mander, Dallas Maxwell, Mahyar Mohagheghi, Lucas Maxwell. The Tsawwassen Martial Arts community extends congratulations to all athletes for their hard work, perseverance, and outstanding performances. With such a strong finish to the season, the team looks ahead to 2026 with excitement and confidence. -Submitted
A18 The Delta Optimist January 8, 2026
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1157 SKANA DRIVE 3 BEDS/3 BATHS/2861 SQ. FT. NEW PRICE $1,649,000
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A20 The Delta Optimist January 8, 2026
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January 8, 2026 The Delta Optimist A21
SOUTH SURREY 1-12923 17 AVENUE
LADNER 5447 RIVER ROAD
TSAWWASSEN 210-1120 TSATSU SHORES DRIVE
2 Bed + Loft | 2 Bath | 1773 Sq. Ft.
4 Bed | 3 Bath | 1535 Sq. Ft. | 9321 Sq. Ft. lot
2 Bed converted to 1 Bed | 2 Bath | 9 10 Sq. Ft.
$989,000
$1,149,000
$755,000
LADNER 4421 SPANTON DIRVE
TSAWWASSEN 5068 WILLOW SPRINGS AVENUE
TSAWWASSEN 18-6427 HAMMERMILL AVE
3 Bed | 1 Bath | 1600 Sq. Ft. | 12,249 Sq. Ft. lot
2 Bed + Den | 3 Bath | 1473 Sq. Ft.
3 Bed | 3 Bath | 1727 Sq. Ft.
$1,688,000
$1,565,000
$1,239,000
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LADNER 202-4753 RIVER ROAD WEST
SOUTH SURREY 4-277 171 STREET
TSAWWASSEN 110-1792 STARLING DRIVE
TSAWWASSEN 1554 FARRELL CRESCENT
2 Bed | 2 Bath | 1939 Sq. Ft.
4 Bed | 3 Bath | 1515 Sq. Ft.
1 Bed | 1 Bath | 549 Sq. Ft.
5 Bed | 3 Bath | 2446 Sq. Ft.
$1,199,000
$819,00
$399,000
$1,439,000
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TSAWWASSEN 5044 CEDAR SPRINGS DRIVE
LADNER 4882 58 STREET
3 Bed + Den & Rec Room | 3 Bath | 3034 Sq. Ft.
4 Bed | 2 Bath | 2287 Sq. Ft.
$2,449,000
$1,489,000
SOLD
LADNER 4394 RIVER ROAD WEST 6 Bed | 6 Bath | 5141 Sq. Ft. (Incl’s legal 1 Bed | 1 Bath Suite)
$1,389,000
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$749,000
A22 The Delta Optimist January 8, 2026
Ella-Rose Thomas Your Realtor Justin Team
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13 3459 W River Road, Ladner $785,000
$2,234,000
Life on the water awaits! This meticulously renovated float home offers over 1,400 sqft of living space. The sleek chef’s kitchen features stainless steel appliances and hardwood flooring. New windows & heat pump prioritize efficiency and comfort in every season, while the rooftop deck spans half of the home’s footprint. This paradise on the Fraser also includes a 32’ boat slip, a single car garage w/ storage, and a parking space. Enjoy this unique 2-bed 2-bath home in Canoe Pass Village with a priceless view and a friendly sense of community.
5845 Whitcomb Place MLS# R3065443 $2,390,000 This custom-built 2024 Beach Grove
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1625 56th Street, Tsawwassen seafair.com
604-943-3110
Open House Sunday 2-4pm
home, designed by a contractor for his own family, spares no expense. It features a luxury kitchen with highend appliances and quartz countertops, ensuite bathrooms in every bedroom with 11-foot ceilings, and spacious media and great rooms for entertaining. With radiant heating, air conditioning, and a private yard steps from the beach and golf course, this dream home offers comfort and elegance in a prime location.
410-5011 Springs Boulevard Delta, B.C. V4M 0B6 MLS# R3045901
$879,000
Breath taking views of golf course and mountains from this fourth floor unit in concrete building at much desired Tsawwassen Springs. Many upgrades, hardwood floors, high ceilings, upgraded kitchen with quartz counters, stainless steel appliances and built in Bosch cappuccino machine. Open concept living/dining area. A 12 by 12 foot balcony with natural gas heating and BBQ hook up. Geothermal heating and air conditioning. Two bedrooms and two bathrooms with heated floor in primary suite, In suite storage and steps to fine dining, coffee shop and golf course.
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WATERFRONT
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307 4743 W RIVER ROAD
1736 BEACH GROVE ROAD
5000 Cliff Drive
1682 Beach Grove Road
January 8, 2026 The Delta Optimist A23
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1020 Pacific Place $2,195,000 Prime 16,523 sq. ft. lot on prestigious pacific in the village room for 2 families or build new.
311-1363 56 St., Windsor Woods $575,000 2 bedrooms overlooking the water feature.
5555 13A Ave $675,000 P5 Penthouse at Windsor Woods near the park and the town center move in ready with sunny balcony pets allowed.
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A24 The Delta Optimist January 8, 2026
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11280 CARAVEL COURT
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$1,329,900
5515 COVE INLET ROAD
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$1,567,800 - $1,668,800
#71-5311 ADMIRAL WAY
• 4 BEDROOMS AND 4 BATHROOMS • OVER 1,900 SQ.FT OPEN CONCEPT INTERIOR LIVING SPACE • 2 CAR PARKING GARAGE WITH EV PARKING AVAILABLE • QUALITY BUILD BY POLYGON IN 2023 • AMENITIES INCLUDE CLUBHOUSE, GYM, OUTDOOR POOL, HOT TUB AND MORE • CLOSE TO WALKING TRAILS, GOLF, ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, AND MARINA
KINGZ COURT-8233 WILLIAMS ROAD
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OPEN SAT 2-4 PR
4911A 53 STREET
5814 GROVE AVENUE
• 5 BEDROOM 5 BATHROOM • 2,614 SQ.FT. OPEN CONCEPT LIVING • DETACHED 1 BEDROOM, 1 BATHROOM, COACH HOUSE • CENTRAL LOCATION, STEPS AWAY FROM LADNER VILLAGE
• UPDATED FAMILY HOME ON LADNER’S DESIRABLE “GROVE AVENUE” • FEATURING 5 BEDROOMS AND 3 BATHROOMS • 2,411 SQ.FT INTERIOR LIVING SPACE • LARGE SOUTH EXPOSED 7,800+ SQ.FT LOT FULLY FENCED • EASY TO ADD SECONDARY ACCOMMODATIONS
$1,189,900
#302 - 4758 53 STREET
• 2 BEDROOMS 2 FULL BATHROOMS • OVER 900 SQ.FT. INTERIOR LIVING SPACE • SUNNY WEST FACING BALCONY • UPDATES INCLUDE ENGINEERED HARDWOOD FLOORS, KITCHEN AND PRIMARY ENSUITE • 1 PARKING AND 1 STORAGE LOCKER
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$1,398,900
$569,000
• NEW TOWNHOUSE DEVELOPMENT IN RICHMONDS BROADMOOR NEIGHBORHOOD • OFFERING A MIX OF 2 AND 3 STORY HOMES WITH 3 BEDROOMS AND 2.5 BATHROOMS • SPANNING OVER 1,400 SQ.FT OF OPEN LIVING SPACES WITH HIGH END FINISHES THROUGHOUT • 2 CAR GARAGES FOR ALL UNITS, SIDE BY SIDE AND TANDEM OPTIONS AVAILABLE
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NEW
$1,685,000
4310 W RIVER ROAD
• 4 BEDROOMS & 2 BATHROOMS • UPDATED 1,974 SQ.FT INTERIOR LIVING SPACE • REFRESHED KITCHEN, PAINT AND NEW LAMINATE FLOORING • FULLY FINISHED GROUND LEVEL WITH SEPARATE ENTRY, EASY TO CONVERT INTO A SUITE • LARGE 7,500+ SOUTH FACING LOT, FULLY FENCED PRIVATE YARD
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ICE!
OPEN SUN 2-4
JUST SOLD!!!
LADNER 307 4758 53 St 2 bed 2 bath 1051 sq ft. $699,000
TSAWWASSEN 103 1153 54A St. 3 bed | 2 bath | 1359 sq. ft. $758,000
TSAWWASSEN TSAWWASSEN 204 1140 55 Street 110 1706 56 St. 2 bed & den | 2 bath | 1,390 sq. ft. 2 bed & den | 2 bath | 1023 sq. ft. $678,000 $649,000
SOLD!!!
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5676 Green Place Ladner
202 1153 54A Street Tsawwassen
1356 Compston Cres., Tsawwassen
44 4716 OrcaWay Tsawwassen
TSAWWASSEN 1480 View Crescent 3 bed | 3 bath | 1786 sq. ft. $1,049,000
SOLD!!!
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308 4770 52A St. Ladner
101 5550 14B Ave. Tsawwassen
21 5311 Admiral Way Ladner
January 8, 2026 The Delta Optimist A25
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PRICE REDUCED
$999,000 $999,000
$1,799,000
PRICE JUST REDUCED LISTED
$1,199,000 $1,079,000
OPEN SUNDAY 2-4 “The Sahalee” Beautiful Golf Course Views from this southeast corner unit. Over 1700 sq. ft. with a great floor plan, large formal living room and dining room. The Building has been recently updated inside and out. This Gorgeous unit has large rooms, loads of natural sunlight, 2 fireplaces, radiant in-floor heat, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 balconies, 2 parking stalls, and in-suite storage! Walk to downtown from this well maintained one-of-a-kind building. A rare find.
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#411 2855 156 STREET SURREY
JUST LISTED
$739,900
PRICE REDUCED
$1,799,000
Bright & modern 2 bdrm, 2 bath corner unit at the Heights by Lakewood in Morgan Crossing. This 1,200+ sq ft home. The primary bedroom features an extra large walk-in closet, 5-piece ensuite, and a sitting area of 10' by 10'. Over 1200 sq ft with a 144 sq ft south-facing balcony overlooks green space & the community garden. Additional features include in-suite laundry, storage, and one extra-wide indoor parking stall with room for a motorcycle. Pet-friendly building with rentals allowed. Shops, Schools and transit nearby.
Huge Southern Exposed lot in Central Tsawwassen, over 13,200 sq. ft. with 72 feet frontage and 183 feet depth. This is an excellent property that gives many options to develop with the new Provincial Density Policies. Only minutes from schools and parks. Vaulted ceilings with 3 bedrooms, living room, dining room, two bathrooms and laundry upstairs. Downstairs has 1 bedroom self contained “nanny” suite with laundry. Also a bonus 27’ x 22’ insulated workshop with 220 power, great for small business.
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567 TRALEE PLACE, TSAWWASSEN
#319-1120 TSATSU SHORES DRIVE, TSAWWASSEN
PRICE REDUCED
$769,000
$1,549,000
Great 4 bedroom rancher in Fabulous location in with 2500 sq. ft., 4 bedrooms, den, formal dining area and large kitchen/family room area. Large western rear yard with total privacy and beautiful vegetables. Home has had many updates and new
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Th no checkout time! This penthouse is situated on the lagoon side with excellent north shore and mountain views! PrestigiousTsatsu offers gym, party room, full time caretaker, gas & hot water (included in maintenance fees), bike room, underground parking. It is rental, pet, kids & wheelchair friendly and JUST STEPS TO THE BEACH. Excellent outdoor living with a 188 sq. ft. deck. Amazing vaulted ceiling! Totally updated and like new condition.
CALL ROBIN 604-868-2844
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Seafair Realty - 1625 56th Street, Tsawwassen
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www.robinreimer.com
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Sutton Group Sutton Group Seafair Realty 100-5000 Bridge Street, Seafair RealtyDelta, BC
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301 - 12639 No. 2 Road, Richmond, BC • $739,900
2308 - 928 Homer Street, Vancouver BC • $648,000
147 5421 10th Ave. Delta B.C. • $469,000
Welcome home! This rarely available “Scandia back split” offers 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms with a west facing backyard, backing onto Maple Crescent Park. The unique layout offers character and style with vaulted ceilings and exposed beams and a floor to ceiling brick fireplace in living and dining room adjoining the comfortable kitchen. A spacious family room on the lower level, adjacent to a large utility room that is roughed-in for a 3rd bathroom. This home has been meticulously cared for and updated with many quality improvements including high-end custom European windows, a newer metal roof with Leafguard gutters, newer furnace complete with A/C, all new PEX plumbing and a new HW tank. Other features include 220v outlet in the single car garage, central vac, and ample parking.
Welcome home to Nautica South! This bright and spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom CORNER suite has plenty to offer including a functional layout with a generous living room, large primary bedroom complete with cozy window seat, walk in closet and ensuite. Other features handscraped, engineered hardwood throughout, 2 tandem parking stalls, a storage locker across the hall on the same floor. Hot water and gas included in the maintenance fee. Steps to walking trails, coffee shops, restaurants, the marina and everything else that charming Steveston has to offer.
Welcome to Yaletown Park 1, where chic urban living meets modern luxury. This turn key ready, fully renovated 1-bedroom suite exudes sophistication with a stunning kitchen featuring waterfall quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, sleek tile backsplash, full size appliances, and new engineered hardwood floors throughout. The bathroom showcases custom glass in shower, new vanity and tilework, and premium fixtures. Thoughtful upgrades include custom closet organizers, fresh designer paint, new lighting, modern switches throughout and motorized blinds. Complete with city and False Creek views from the balcony and 1 parking and 1 storage locker. This home is steps to Yaletown’s vibrant dining, shopping, and lifestyle - an elevated living experience in the heart of it all.
Welcome home to Sundial! This charming one bedroom, one bathroom ground floor unit offers a very comfortable and open layout with many features including an in-suite laundry unit, newer appliances (2023), Nu-heat in-floor electric radiant heat, a walk-up patio entrance complete with a new, custom patio door. Both the kitchen and bathroom have been tastefully updated making this home move in ready. One parking and one storage locker included and conveniently located in Central Tsawwassen close to shops, markets, groceries, restaurants, recreation and transportation. Quick possession possible, don’t wait!
Bedrooms: 3 • Bathrooms: 1.5 Floor Area: 1,882 sq. ft.
Bedrooms: 2 • Bathrooms: 2 Floor Area: 1,067 sq. ft.
Bedroom: 1 • Bathroom: 1 Floor Area: 514 sq. ft.
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Bedroom: 1 • Bathroom: 1 Floor Area: 775 sq. ft.
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A new year often prompts homeowners to think about next steps — whether that’s downsizing, selling a long-time family home, or simply exploring options. You don’t need to have everything figured out to begin. My role is to walk you through the process, help you make sense of timing and choices, and support you from early conversations through to final decisions — at a pace that feels right. It starts with a conversation. Call or email to book a consultation.
13–4638 Orca Way, Tsawwassen $1,199,000
238-8500 Ackroyd Rd, Richmond $399,000
105–6385 121 Street, Surrey $479,000
January 8, 2026 The Delta Optimist A27
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#1-4788 54A STREET, LADNER
5125 1ST AVE, TSAWWASSEN
4434 52A STREET, LADNER
4754 HAZELNUT WAY, TSAWWASSEN
1,657 TOTAL SQ.FT (992 SQ.FT. WAREHOUSE + 665 SQ.FT. MEZZANINE/OFFICE)WAREHOUSE UNIT IN RIVERSIDE INDUSTRIAL PARK. MLS# C8074099
WRENLEY ROW UNIT 1 1,762 SF 4 BEDS TOWNHOME MLS# R3055458
8,526 SF BUILDING LOT RS5 ZONING 50’ X 168.5’ LOT MLS# R3061801
FULLY RENOVATED 2-LEVEL HOME SITUATED ON A 6,829SF LOT MLS# R3063106
2,208SF HOME WITH 642SF COACH HOUSE MLS# R3060895
$1,600,000
$1,649,900
$8,998,800
$12,800,000 LEASE
6571 LAMBERT CRESCENT, NORTH DELTA
4430 50A STREET, LADNER
2150 56TH STREET, TSAWWASSEN
17531 WESTMINSTER HIGHWAY, RICHMOND
301-1530 56TH STREET
SUNSHINE HILLS 7,381 SF BUILDING LOT WITH VIEWS MLS# R3065045
6 BEDROOM 3,032 SF HOME IN A QUIET CUL-DE-SAC MLS# R3052171
56.5 ACRE FARM 5 BEDS ESTATE WITH 4 CAR GARAGE MLS# C8073530
19.48 ACRE FARM WITH 2 HOMES & A BARN MLS# R3020504
3,000 SF OFFICE IN TSAWWASSEN 3RD FLOOR PLEASE INQUIRE FOR PRICING
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307-4743 RIVER RD WEST, LADNER
#3-4788 54A STREET, LADNER
4631 GARRY STREET, LADNER
5938 HOLLAND STREET, VANCOUVER
LISTED BY SUTTON GROUP SEAFAIR
LISTED BY SUTTON GROUP SEAFAIR
WRENLEY ROW UNIT 3 1,674 SF 3 BEDS & DEN MLS# R3055459
MLS# R3048729
SOUTHLANDS 3,711 SF 4 BEDS 2.5 BATHS HOME ON A 7,997 SF LOT MLS# R3027033
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*Based on combined years of experience of our Team members from 2008-2025 & successful Real Estate sales transactions completed by our Team Members between 2008-2025, Individually & as part of Team Efforts.
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Eugene Knoedler K PERSONAL REAL ESTATE CORPORATION
SERVICE AND RESULTS YOU DESERVE Jack Knoedler
DELTAREALESTATE.NET
604.353.6410 JackKnoedler@remax.net
$1,498,000
NEW PRICE
$998,000
Independently Owned and Operated
1254 Pacific Dr.
2021 * Medallion Club represents the top 10% of Greater Vancouver Realtors based on MLS sales.
Eugene Knoedler 604.219.3177 Eugene@eugenek.ca
$549,000
A204 – 1258 Hunter Rd.
2,857 sq. ft. 5 Bed / 4 Bath
1,248 sq. ft. 2 Bed | 2 Bath 1996 Build
Prepaid 99 year Lease.
Corner unit just steps from Town Center.
402 5500 13A Ave
$999,000
#303 1280 55 St. sq. ft. | 2 Bed 2 Bath + Den | 1998 Build
Spacious 1,948 sq. ft. penthouse 2 Bed / 2 Bath in the prestigious Shaughnessy Carl Jensen building.
Penthouse perfect for downsizers.
$2,499,000
BUILDING BUILDING LOT LOT on on GOLF GOLF COURSE COURSE
1006 Eden Crescent 2,820 sq. ft. Custom built 4 bed+den/5 bath West Coast Modern home by Bravado homes on the 6th fairway of Beach Grove Golf course.Ready in late 2026/early 2027.
RE/MAX City Realty | 5090 48 Avenue, Delta, BC V4K 1V8 | Office 604.943.8080 | Eugene@eugenek.ca | deltarealestate.net
January 8, 2026 The Delta Optimist A29
MOVE IN FOR THE NEW YEAR!
FOUR EXCLUSIVE 2,000 sq. ft. Homes for Sale
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202 4745 54a Street, Ladner $659,900
1,101 sq. ft. | 2 bedrooms | 2 bathroom Adlington Court
4569 Arthur Drive, Ladner
5369 Laurel Way, Ladner $1,349,000
4908 Ellis Lane, Ladner $899,900
2,386 sq. ft. | 4 bedrooms 2.5 bathrooms | 4,949 sq. ft. lot
1,398 sq. ft. | 3 bedrooms | 4 bathrooms Aura
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6740 Meredith Place, Tsawwassen $1,729,000
5553 Frigate Road, Ladner $1,399,900
2,234 sq. ft. | 5 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms 8,508 sq. ft. lot
643 Goldenrod Blvd., Tsawwassen $1,748,000
3,082 sq. ft. | 5 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms 6,943 sq. ft. lot
606 2499 Rabbit Drive, Tsawwassen $559,000
1745 Enderby Avenue, Tsawwassen $2,289,000 2,635 sq. ft. | 4 bedrooms | 4 bathrooms 6,039 sq. ft. lot
2,555 sq. ft. | 4 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms 4,370 sq. ft. lot
307 4955 River Road, Ladner
4766 Anderson Place, Ladner
213 6263 River Road, Ladner
5855 Crescent Drive, Ladner
1,030 sq. ft. | 1 bedroom plus den | 1 bathroom Shorewalk
2,040 sq. ft. | 5 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms 8,547 sq. ft. lot
207 3133 Riverwalk, Vancouver $698,000
1,260 sq. ft. | 2 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms River House
2,582 sq. ft. | 4/5 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms 9,380 sq. ft. lot
725 sq. ft. | 2 bedrooms | 1 bathroom Salt & Meadow
864 sq. ft. | 2 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms New Water
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80 53A St, Tsawwassen
252 5421 10th Avenue, Tsawwassen
5546 Grove Avenue, Ladner
4631 Garry Street, Ladner
5434 Grove Avenue, Ladner
608 & 410 Bridge & Elliott, Ladner
8660 Camden Cres., Richmond
401 4690 Hawk Lane, Tsawwassen
A30 The Delta Optimist January 8, 2026 NEW PRICE!
JUST LISTED!
John Nielsen
MLS R2711985 360º TOUR
20 ACRES, 2 HOMES & AMAZING BARN 4774 104TH STREET
$5,990,000
•Prime Parcel: 20.25-acre property with two homes and an 8,400 sq. ft. barn, located on a quiet section of 104th near Boundary Bay and a private airstrip •Driveway Access: Future driveway access off Hornby Drive, suitable for large trucks. •Main Home: A 3,162 sq. ft. 4-bedroom rancher, built in 1972, renovated in 1987, with a roof replaced 12 years ago and a 30-car cement driveway. •Second Home: A 3-bedroom rancher, ideal as a future building site. •Barn: A st-class facility used for breeding racehorses, with a steel roof and cladding, suitable for various farming uses with good nearby irrigation.
JUST LISTED!
NEW PRICE!
PORT GATEWAY
STUNNING NANOOSE BAY VIEWS! 8578 RUMMING ROAD $2,069,000 • West Coast contemporary home on 0.5-acre bluff lot with 180° Nanoose Bay ocean views. • Open-concept rancher with high-end finishes and unique wave-inspired ceiling. • Lower-level suite plus a 1,300+ sq. ft. garage/shop ideal for car enthusiasts. • 2,500+ sq. ft. rooftop deck, landscaped yard, outdoor bar, fire pit, and lit concrete driveway. • City-approved plans for a 36x36 shop with RV-friendly access.
NEW PRICE!
SOLD MLS R2775898 360º TOUR
MLS R2977795 360º TOUR
DEVELOPMENT SITE! 11667 229TH STREET $1,699,000
COUNTRY LIVING CLOSE TO EVERYTHING 2975 53RD STREET $5,390,000
HUGE LOT WITH HUGE FUTURE! 1100 WILMINGTON DRIVE $1,599,000
• Prime 9,545 sq. ft. (.22 acre) lot with city hall support for RM-1 or RM-2 zoning (4-storey building potential). • Opportunity to develop alongside adjacent lots at 11659, 11663, and 11671 229th Street. • Nearby five lots already under redevelopment, with ongoing growth in the area. • Existing home is comfortable and ideal for rental use. • Seller open to long-term rent-back; contact listing agent for details.
• Large Parcel: 17.34-acre square property with substantial road frontage and a roughed-in second driveway entrance. • Charming Home: Cozy 4-bedroom English style home with a 4-year-old roof, fresh exterior paint, and new carpets. • Equestrian Facilities: Includes a 5-stall barn, hay field, and spacious pasture area previously used as an equestrian facility. • Convenient Location: Situated between Ladner and Tsawwassen, close to Tsawwassen Mills Mall, BC Ferries, TFN Industrial Park, and 30 minutes from Vancouver. • Investment Potential: Property has significant investment potential with future port expansion plans and adjacency to 2 BC Rail properties near the railway.
• Large 16,071 sq. ft. LEVEL lot with one of the largest properties in the neighborhood. • 5-bedroom, 2-level home with a 7-year-old roof, hardwood floors, and updates downstairs. • Spacious floor plan with room for in-law accommodations on the lower level. • Potential for future development: duplex, 4 units, or up to an 8,734 sq. ft. home (subject to Delta approval). • Prime location, just 15 minutes from everything in town—perfect for a growing family seeking both space and convenience.
Re/Max Real Estate Services www.westcoastfarmsteads.com realty.jammin@telus.net 3548 West 41st Avenue, Vancouver
Serving South Delta since 1988
604.250.8216 Experience • Knowledge • Professionalism
Proudly Serving Delta by Referral for 13 Years!
NEW LISTING FOR SALE
NEW LISTING
TOWNHOME AT A CONDO PRICE
WATER FRONT LIVING AT A FRACTION OF THE PRICE!
STEPS TO CENTENNIAL BEACH
OPEN HOUSE SAT 2-4
ORIGINAL CUSTOM BUILDERS HOME
159 2228 162, St.
5365 Maple Crescent
$549,000
2 bed, 1 bath, 1 parking, 1 storage locker, Pet Friendly, South Facing, Walking Distance to town, New washer drier
2 bed, 2 bath, Garage and driveway parking, Flex space perfect for office or gym, Huge picture windows, View of green space, Walking paths, Close to shops, Clubhouse with gym, sauna, entertaining room with pool table.
Must See!! This custom Beauty is out of the Box!! 3 beds, Luxury Primary Suite, 4.5 baths, park view, completely redone with high end finishes, New Roof, electrical and plumbing including perimeter drain.
MULTIGENERATIONAL LIVING WITH A VIEW!
WATER FRONT LIVING AT A FRACTION OF THE PRICE!
ORIGINAL CUSTOM BUILDERS HOME
102 4758 53rd
SUITE POTENTIAL OPEN HOUSE SUN 11-1 PM
Phone: 604-644-5821 www.georgiaprimar.com Email: georgia@sutton.com
COMPLETELY RENOVATED
$755,000
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73 Woodland Drive
12 3350 Westham Island Road
2 full sized Kitchens, 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, New decks, roof, windows, kitchens, furnace, retaining walls, Double garage
2 beds, 1 bath with jacuzzi style tub, open concept living with gorg deck, lots of windows, pellet stove, new all in one washer drier, concrete float, unobstructed view of sunrise, sunset, Westham bridge, wildlife.
$1,888,000
$399,000
$1,699,000
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5148 Bentley Lane, Hawthorne
$1,585,000
Original Builders Home! 3 beds, 2.5 baths, Custom finishes, Private backyard set up for entertaining, she shed with power (could be office) Hawthorne catchment, walking distance to Village of Ladner and Millennium Trail.
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It is with a heavy heart that I have to announce that my loving husband, Doug Burgham, passed away on December 15th, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. He leaves behind his loving wife, Jenny, of 57 years, and his two sons, whom he was so very proud of and loved so very much, Christian and Lee, as well as his two grandchildren, Jack and Ava, whom he loved and adored. He also left many nephews and nieces, great nephews and nieces, and great great nephews and nieces, as well as his sister-in-law, Carol. Doug worked his whole life building beautiful things for his wife, children, and many, many happy customers, where he made their homes something to be proud of. He was a perfectionist in all aspects of building, renovating, and constructing homes, apartments, offices, and stores. He left his mark in so many places in Tsawwassen, Ladner, and all over the Lower Mainland.
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Grant Michael Sundahl, born on December 21, 1950, in Richmond, BC, passed away on December 29, 2025. He was the son of Rose (Zakaluzny) and Ole Peder Sundahl, and grew up with his older brother, Earl, and sister-in-law, Margaret. Proud of his Norwegian and Ukrainian heritage, Grant enjoyed visiting relatives in Norway and cherished family gatherings in southern Saskatchewan. Standing six-foot-four with bright blue eyes, Grant was known for his social nature, humour, and adventurous spirit. A certified general accountant from UBC, he spent most of his career with Hodder Tugboat along the Fraser River. In his spare time, he loved sailing, golfing, and playing baseball, where he met his wife, Val (Kelland) Sundahl. Though separated, they remained close and raised their children, Kelland and Cameron, in Tsawwassen, BC. Grant instilled valuable lessons in his children, emphasizing health, laughter, and balance. He shared principles of affection, patience, and empathy, and actively participated in their lives, whether through sports, outdoor activities, or simply being present. His home was filled with family photos, and he cherished keepsakes and mementos. Grant had a green thumb, a sweet tooth, and a love for simple pleasures like ice cream and Westerns. He was authentically himself, enjoying foot or head rubs and friendly sports bets. We extend our gratitude to his friend Kim Lisberg, family doctors Dr. Margo Sweeny and Dr. Angela Choi, and the Fraser Health Palliative Care and Medical Assistance teams. In the words of dad’s country favourite Johnny Cash, “we’ll meet again some sunny day.” Celebrate the the lives Celebrate of loved withones your lives ofones loved stories, photographs and with your stories, tributes on photographs and tributes. legacy.com/obituaries/nsnews
(William) Roy Nutter of Tsawwassen passed away peacefully at the age of 87 at Surrey Memorial Hospital on December 8, 2025. Roy was born on April 2, 1938, in Leask, SK, to George and Leora Nutter. Roy earned a Bachelor of Science from the University of Saskatchewan and a Bachelor of Education from the University of British Columbia. Later, Roy completed a Master’s in Education at Western Washington University. He dedicated his career to supporting young people, working as a middle school teacher and elementary school counsellor before retiring from the Richmond School District in 1997. In 1962, Roy married the love of his life, Margot. Together, they built a warm and loving home and raised two children, Leanne and Michael, in Tsawwassen. Roy was a devoted husband and a caring, supportive father whose steady presence shaped the lives of those he loved. Roy enjoyed travelling, gardening, and spending time with family. His gentle nature, curiosity, and warmth touched everyone who knew him. He is survived by his loving wife, Margot, daughter Leanne (Dave), and grandchildren Jacob (Stephany) and Ella. He is also survived by his sisters Judy (Bill) and Ruth (Andy), and his brother Rob (Lonnie). Roy was predeceased by his son Michael and his sisters Joan and Lorraine.
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REMEMBRANCES OBITUARIES
John Leslie Peter Anderson, lovingly known as Jack or Doc, passed away peacefully with his family at his side on December 26, 2025, at Irene Thomas Hospice, at the age of 77. He faced his September 26, 2025, diagnosis of esophageal cancer with courage and dignity. Born and raised in Ladner, Jack was the cherished son of the late Dr. Robert Northey Anderson and Marguerite Louise Anderson (née Irvin), and a devoted younger brother to Bob Anderson (Joan Dublanko). From an early age, Jack displayed a strong work ethic, an easy connection with people, and a deep sense of community. Jack shared 58 years together and 45 years of marriage with his beloved wife, Laurie-Lee Anderson (née Ashmore), whom he met in 1967 and married in 1980. Together, they built a strong and loving home and raised two daughters, of whom Jack was endlessly proud. He is lovingly remembered by his daughters, Robyn Anderson (Ben Ingram) and Devon Anderson, and his grandsons, Smith and Holt Stanley, who brought him immense joy. Jack also leaves behind his sister-in-law, Linda Ashmore (née Davis), his beloved nephews, Aaron and Shawn Ashmore, and his many loving cousins, all of whom held a special place in his heart. Having lived his entire life in Ladner, Jack also leaves behind many lifelong friendships. Jack’s life was defined by hard work, kindness, sharp wit, and an unwavering love for his family and friends. He began working as a commercial fisherman in his teens, where he first learned how to cook—a skill born of necessity that quickly became a lifelong passion. That talent stayed with him throughout his life, and Jack became known as an incredible cook, taking great pride and joy in the kitchen. Sharing meals was one of the many ways he showed love, and those lucky enough to sit at his table knew his cooking was as good as his company. Jack later continued his career as a paper maker at Island Paper Mills/Domtar and went on to serve his community for many years as a bus driver with Coast Mountain Bus Company and Delta Academy. No matter the role, Jack carried himself with pride, reliability, and genuine care for others. If you knew Jack, you knew he had time for everyone. He was deeply connected to his friends and neighbours and never passed up an opportunity for conversation. His wit was quick and sharp, something he delighted in keeping honed through daily crosswords, Wordle, brain games, and a lifelong love of reading. Books were a constant companion, and his intelligence and dry humour were hallmarks of who he was. A defining and deeply admirable chapter of Jack’s life began on April 22, 1992, the day he became sober. This was a commitment he worked extraordinarily hard at and upheld with quiet determination, courage, and integrity. His sobriety was a source of great personal pride and strength, and it stands as a powerful testament to his resilience and character. In retirement, Jack discovered a deep love for travel, with Laurie always at his side. Together, they embraced bucket list adventures that took them all over the world, creating memories that became some of their most treasured chapters together. Jack will be remembered for his warmth, his steady presence, his sharp mind, and the way he made people feel seen and heard. His life was deeply rooted in family, community, and kinship—and in the quiet strength of a man who did the hard work and showed up every day. The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the extraordinary teams at BC Cancer, the N52 Palliative Care Unit at Surrey Memorial Hospital, and Irene Thomas Hospice for their compassion, dignity, and exceptional care. A service and celebration of Jack’s life will be held in Ladner, with details to follow.
Gladys Carolle Kempthorne passed away on January 2nd, 2026, at the Irene Thomas Hospice in Ladner, BC. Born to loving parents, Bill and Anne Lesyk, in Slawa, Alberta, Gladys was raised alongside her siblings, Olga, Walter, Patricia, and Suzanne. Gladys had an innate skill and immense passion for caring for others. Gladys was a graduate of the St Joseph’s College of Nursing, Vegreville, Alberta, 1959. She spent her early career in Banff Hospital and in Vancouver (St. Paul’s). Living in Vancouver, she met the love of her life, Art Kempthorne. The couple married in 1964, and shortly after son Bill’s birth, relocated to Liverpool, UK. Returning to Canada, their second child, Maryann, was born while they made their home in Ottawa. Returning to British Columbia, they would settle in the town of Ladner, where they built a home, raised their kids, and forged a community of adored friends and neighbours. Gladys and Art traveled the world together, but were always called home to BC. In addition to her work as an Occupational Health Nurse, Gladys worked to create a clear vision for a rich homelife that she cared for very deeply. In retirement, she kept up her talents and efforts for homemaking and design; each place she lived was a place where many would feel welcome. She delighted in tending her garden and reading, especially Scandinavian mystery novels. She endlessly appreciated the natural world around her, particularly birdwatching. Gladys was kind, adventurous, witty, and fiercely loyal to her loved ones. Her enormous spirit touched many around her. Gladys leaves to mourn her devoted daughter, Maryann Kempthorne; her two grandchildren, Eleanor and Alec; and her treasured elder sister, Olga. Preceded in death by her beloved husband of 59 years, Arthur (Art) Kempthorne, and her son, William (Bill) Kempthorne. Gladys’ memory will also be preserved in the hearts of Bill’s partner, Tracy, and her grandson, Nate. Gladys will be dearly missed and eternally remembered by her extended family members, friends, neighbours, and colleagues - all those who her life, love, and joy touched around the globe. The family would like to thank and acknowledge Fraser Health for the care provided, especially the outstanding care of the team from Home Support Services.
Was born in Vancouver, August 6, 1946, to Edith and Edward Bowing. Karen passed away on December 25, 2025, at Morgan Heights in South Surrey. She is survived by her sisters, Louise and Maureen (Ike); brother Paul (Sharlene); nieces and nephews, Erika (Jordy), Heather, Gary (Marla), Jeffrey (Stephanie), and Kevin; and great-nieces and nephews, Craig, Klayton, Ryan, Madison, and Kayla. Teaching was her passion. A celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at 1:00pm, at Ladner United Church, 4960 48th Avenue, Ladner, BC.
Fond memories linger every day, Remembrance keeps them near.
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We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of widow, mother, grandmother, sister and aunt, Sheila Grand-Scrutton, who died in Delta hospital after a long struggle with multiple illnesses. She was predeceased by her husband of 64 years, Bob, who was her devoted caregiver until his death in April. Sheila is survived by daughters, Alison (Byng Giraud) and Catherine; grandchildren, Delenn and Atticus Giraud; sister, Maureen Cupit of Nottingham, England; and many nephews and nieces in the UK and USA. Sheila was born in Nottingham, England, in 1941, and grew up in her parents’ council house along with her sisters Mavis and Maureen, brothers Harry and Peter, and her maternal grandfather. She was a spirited and bright ‘ginger’ whose childhood was deeply affected by the scarcity, grit, and fellowship of her workingclass neighbourhood in post-WWII Britain. Here she developed her sense of fun and wit, engaging in mischievous antics, particularly with best friend Kay and younger brother Peter. After excelling in both academics and sport at secondary school, she completed secretarial training and entered the workforce at an early age. In 1960, she was introduced to a young man, a certain Bob Grand-Scrutton, by Dennis McCarthy (later a well-known radio personality on BBC radio and recipient of the Order of the British Empire). They were married on June 10, 1961, at Christchurch Cinder Hill Church, Nottinghamshire. After the death of their first child just days after her birth, they registered at a government of Canada emigration office in Leeds, and left for Edmonton, Alberta, in April 1962. Their daughter Alison was welcomed in 1963, and two years later, almost to the day, their daughter Catherine arrived. Sheila‘s remarkable career began after the young family relocated to Vancouver in 1967, and she began her 35 years of service with BC Packers. Her hard work and mental acuity were recognized as she moved up the corporate ladder from secretary to executive. In 1978, she became an officer of the company as Corporate Secretary. A rarity in the 1970s, she managed to “do it all” by excelling in what was then a man’s world, while also running a household and raising two daughters. Sheila will be remembered by the alumni of BC Packers as an integral company leader as well as for her unique personality, including a talent for creating memorable, humorous poems and limericks for company events. After retirement, Sheila devoted herself to looking after her grandchildren and enjoyed caring for several children of family friends, for whom she would be remembered fondly as “Nanny Sheila.” She was an exceptionally generous person who was always known to step up for her friends and family. Visitors to the GrandScrutton home could always expect a warm welcome, a cup of tea, and a laugh. She and Bob developed a lasting friendship group in Ladner, who travelled together and met socially for decades. As we mourn the loss of a remarkable and beloved woman, we are grateful that her suffering has ended at last. She will always be remembered for her hospitality, kindness, wit, love of humour and irrepressible giggle. In her later years, she was a favourite of nurses and caregivers, who appreciated her good nature. The family would like to recognize caregiver Tracey Cassidy for her dedicated care and friendship in Sheila’s final years, as well as the staff of Morgan Place’s convalescent care unit and Delta Hospital.
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JUST LISTED OPEN SUNDAY 2:00 - 3:30 Here it is - don’t miss out! Located in the soughtafter 55+ gated community of South Pointe, this fabulous two-bedroom, single-level home offers comfort, convenience and a a welcoming adult oriented community lifestyle. Well maintained home with thoughtful updated that include flooring, hot water tank, fresh paint, and plumbing. Roof replaced 2017. Peaceful setting with loads of patio space backing onto the waterway. Bird watchers delight.
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OPEN SUNDAY 2:00 - 3:30 These 1/2 duplex homes boast a main house with 2126 square feet of living space and NO Strata Fees! Open concept layout with living room, eating area and kitchen with island and sleek quartz countertops. Total of 3 bedrooms & Flex Room; 4 1/2 baths, (Primary bedroom with private balcony, 5 piece ensuite and walk in closet). Enjoy the durability of engineered hardwood floors, stylish designer lighting, and the convenience of a built-in vacuum, HRV system, radiant in f loor heating, Air conditioning and Double garage. BONUS 1 BEDROOM GARDEN SUITE for extended family or income potential. Nestled in a peaceful neighborhood with backing onto pastoral FARMLAND, these homes offers easy access to Ladner Elementary School (French immersion), high school, parks, and family-friendly amenities. Photo’s are AI generated.
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SPACIOUS 2 BED CONDO Spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo at ONYX COURT! This west-facing 1,342 sq. ft. home is one of the newer buildings in the area and features granite counters, stainless steel appliances, laminate flooring, a gas fireplace with stone surround, and a large primary suite with walk-in closet and ensuite. The thoughtful layout separates the bedrooms on opposite sides of the open-concept great room, offering privacy and functionality, while a covered deck provides year-round enjoyment. Ideally located within walking distance to Tsawwassen Town Centre, transit, Winskill Park, South Delta Recreation Centre, and Centennial Beach. Includes 2 parking stalls, a storage locker, bonus in-suite storage, and is pet-friendly (1 dog or 2 cats).
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