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Parade:3pm
OpeningCeremonies:4pm
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Apowerful eveningofmusic and celebrationbroughtthecommunity together at the South Delta Baptist Church on Sunday night, June22.
NeverDim My Light: A Lapu-Lapu Benefit Concert, wasafreeevent with proceedsgoingtosupportthe United WayBC’sKapwa Strong Fund, supportingthoseimpacted by the April 26Lapu-Lapu DayFestivaltragedyin Vancouver.
Hosted by Global BC’s Jason Pires,theconcertwasheadlinedby JUNO-nominated recordingartist and Tsawwassen’sown Warren Dean Flandezwho wasjoinedbyTop Line VocalCollective, the HimigKabataan Cultural Society,and arosterofspecial guestswhobroughtPhilippineculture to life,bothvisuallyand musically, through danceand stirring performances.
Between800and1,000 people were attheconcert, whichwas puttogether in just three weeksbyFlandezanda smallcommitteeofvolunteers which Piresdescribed asan“historic event
Multi-JUNOnominated recordingartistWarren DeanFlandezissurrounded by hisamazingbackupdancersduring hisheadliningperformanceatthe NeverDimMy Light:Lapu-Lapu BenefitConcert Sundaynight,June22at South DeltaBaptistChurch in Tsawwassen.
beingthefirst everCityofDeltasupported,exclusiveFilipino event.
“Itisatruehonour to be apartofthis specialbenefitconcerthereinDelta,” he said. “Sincethe April26tragedy,
the outpouring of love and support hasbeenmine blowing. Because of that,Filipinos everywhere, whether impacted directlyorindirectly,are emergingfromthatdarkness, stronger,
moreempowered,moreunified,and frankly,morevisible.Never Dim My Lightisnever moreappropriate forthis evening.”
Beforethe performances began, Dr.GinaJamoralin, PhilippineConsul GeneralinVancouver,spokeabout the impactsofthetragedyand how empowering events likethisconcert have hadonthe lives of so many.
“Throughthe resilienceof the Filipinocommunity, we have been able to rise.The theme,Never Dim My Lightresonates becauseevenintimes of darkness,wealwayssee the lightand we will all be able to rise abovethis.”
Flandezsaidtheconcertwas more than just amusical eventorafundraiser,itwas aboutbringingthe broader Deltacommunitytogether to sharein Filipino cultureand shiningaspotlight onthe Filipinocommunity.
“You don’t knowhowmuch this means,” said Flandeztothe audience betweensongs.“Seeing everyone here, regardlessof race,background,whatever it maybe, is so powerful …wetruly livein oneofthe mostbeautifulplaceson earth.”
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The Delta Gymnastics Societycelebrated its past, presentandfuture with a weekendofcelebrations to mark its50thanniversary.
On Friday night, the societyhostedan event at BarnsideBrewingwhich brought togetheralumni, parentsand supporters in a relaxed setting to reminisceand catch up.
Thenon Saturday, morethan150 guests, supporters,alumniand elected officials, joined togetherforacelebration andcocktail reception at the gymnastics clubin Ladner to mark the50th anniversary.
Mayor George Harvie offered thanks on behalf ofthecommunity to mark themilestoneanniversary.
“Thank you allfor your continued supportinthe past andthepresent,” said Harvie.“What startedas asmallgroup hasgrown to oneof Delta’s most respected, dynamic ath-
leticorganizations. Delta Gymnastics Society has inspired thousandsof athleteswhethertheyare strivingforcompetitionor simply enjoyingphysical activityand teamwork. We are so proud to have such aninclusiveandforwardthinkingorganization in ourgreatcity,onethat championshealthy, active livingfor peopleofall ages and abilitiesandcontributes so positively to the fabricof Delta.”
Kari Cullenand Carleen Lewall, twoofthededicated drivingforcesin starting the Delta Gymnastics Society,expressedtheir gratitude to allwho were there.
They also participated ina specialceremony passing the torch to the newexecutive-director Jenn Watts, who was a gymnast withthe club growingupand hasheld many leadership roles since2014,includingprogram manager, program coordinator andcompetitivecoach.
“I amtrulyhonoured
to be standingherecelebrating50 yearsof Delta Gymnastics,” said Watts.
“I’mespecially humbled to be steppinginto the roleofexecutivedirector, a rolethat is excitinganddeeply meaningful. These two women[Kariand Carleen] notonlyinspired mein gymnastics, butinlife Thisorganization has been builtnot just on skill and strength, but somethingmore powerful community. The success of Delta Gymnasticsis thanks to theincredible families, staff, athletes and broadercommunitywho have poured their care, passionandenergy over the years.”
Above, Delta Gymnastics Society founders KariCullen (centre)and Carleen Lewall(right)passthe torchtonew executivedirectorJenn Watts. Lewall, Wattsand Cullenalsocutaspecial cake to markthe event.
TheHimig Kabataan Cultural SocietyChoir putonastunning musicalperformance.
Tsawwassen’s NaRai wasasurpriseguest performer.
wonderfulperformance.
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Springtime weather has beennot toohotand not toocoldand hasproduced some sweettasting andsmelling strawberries.
However, strawberry fieldsarenotforever, andthe June variety has just aboutwrappedup, withfarmersandfoodies awaitingthenextin the successionof berries that will be busting out around Deltaandthe Lower Mainland.
Last week, Emma Lea Farms, inLadner, noted that the strawberry u-pickislimited lately.
“Thefields have had many visitors, and many berries have already been harvested,”they said online, advising latecomers to buyonlysmall buckets to fill.
Kevin Husband, with Emma Lea Farms, said it’s beena good yearfor strawberries.“We had good weather. It was cool,”he said June23.
Rain at the startof the seasonalsohelped butthecrop ripened early thoughthere were enough you-pickers to bringinthecrop.
He addedthat raspberriesare just beginning notingtheybringin raspberriesfrom Abbotsford, where well-drained soil
It wasagoodstrawberryseasonthis year.
around the Abbotsford International Airportproduces good crops.
“We just can’tgrow raspberrieslikethey can,” Husband said.
He saidthat blueberriesshould be starting thefirst weekof July, which will be a week early andshouldproduce an above-averagecropas sunny weather,around 20 C, allowed good pollination. Blackberry picking should start about that timeas well.
AlfKrause,vicepresidentofthe B.C. Strawberry Growers Association, saidthe June strawberry season arrived abouta week early and cameonquickly and was slowingdown by last week.
He said June19there was abouta weekleftof the June strawberries.
“It’sa good cropthis year. Theonlyunfortu-
nate thingisthat it came inas gangbusters, so it’s well half over …” with last weekend beingthe last for strawberries at Krause Berry FarmsinLangley.
“It wasa beautiful spring forgrowing. I thinkallofthecrops have done well …”
However, the summer varietyof strawberries will be readyaround late July.
Last year,frost caused some damage butthis year, everythingblossomed at the sametime. he said.
Ideal berry weather are temperaturesinthemid20sC range, with about25 mmof raina week.
Asfor raspberriesthis year, “They were getting alittle stressed with the littlebitofheat we had at the beginningof June, butthey’recomingalong nicelynow.Ithinkit’s going to be a good crop,” Krause said.
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Thenumberofdrivers who areimpairedbehind thewheelthisyearisa bigconcern forthe Delta Police Department, whichwill be steppingup enforcementthissummer to getthem off the road.
“Overthe first five monthsofthisyear, we’ve noticed an increasein impaired drivingon ourroads,and officers through variousenforcements,havetaken210 impaired driversoffthe roads.It’sstillquiteconcerningfor usand we want to make sure that ourroadsaresafe,so we arerampingupour enforcement, inaddition to what we normally dothrough oursummer CounterAttackenforcementcampaignthat’s acrossthe province. It’s enhanced roadblocks and other things we will be doing,”Chief Harj Sidhu toldthe Delta police boardonJune18.
Hisreporttothe board notesthat duringthe summer,the numberof impaired driving-related collisions resultingin injuryordeathincreases by approximately27percentacrossthe province.
On average, 61 people arekilledand morethan 1,400injured each year in impaired driving-related crashes in B.C.
TheDPD providedthe Optimist withthe latest statisticsincluding numbers from ICBC, datathat is separatedintothe total numberoffataland nonfatalcollisions reported to Delta police,including 2023,2024,andthe yearto-datefor 2025.
Thosecollisions were thenflagged as havinga driver withimpairment involved,butthe statsdo notdistinguish between
Bothtraffic fatalitiesinDelta this year involved impaired driving.
alcohol ordrug impairment, such as cannabis use.
Thetotal numbersof non-fatalcollisionsin
Deltain2023 and 2024, were 1,322 and 1,283 respectively,while2025, so far,saw 572 accidents.
Non-fatalcollision involvingdrugs or alcohol in Deltain2023 and 2024 were 77 and 87 respectively,while therehave been 27 this year.
Therehavealsobeen sixfatalcollisionsin
Deltafrom2023 to 2025, with twoofthosefatalities occurringthis year already.
Of thosefatalities duringthatperiod, three involved drugs or alcohol, withthe twofatalcollisionsinDeltathis year both involvingimpairment.
Askedbythe board what wasthe agedemographic of thosecaught impaired driving, Sidhu said adultsaremostoften stopped fordrinking alcohol,whilemostyouth arefound impaired due to drugs includingconsumingcannabis edibles.
AccordingtoICBC, on average, 63 people
die everyyearinpolicereported crashesinvolvingimpaired drivingin B.C.,with21 percentof all police-reportedfatal crashes involveimpaired driving.
To continueaddressing the problem,police will once again participatein provincial CounterAttack campaign.
Police will be also focusing on enhanced enforcementthroughoutthe summer season, whichwillincludededicatedimpaired driving roadblocks, mandatory alcohol screening, standardized field sobriety testing, deploymentof drug recognition experts and mobile roaming impaired drivingenforcement.
In addition to enforcementefforts,public awarenesswillplaya critical role.
“With summermonths approaching, Iurge everyone to planahead: useadesignated driver, taxi, rideshare, or public transit.Theseefforts, combinedwith targeted enforcement, will help us prioritizeresourcesand protectlives,” Sidhusaid.
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midst so much conflictand turmoil, so much hateandangerin our world,in our society andin ourcommunity,alightofhopeshone brightly inside South Delta Baptist Church on Sunday.
Multi-JUNOnominated recording artist and Tsawwassen’s own Warren Dean Flandez, presented NeverDim My Light: ALapu-Lapu Benefit Concert.
Thefree eventbrought out close to 1,000 peoplewho shared a dynamic eveningof musicand dance. It was atruly powerful culturalexperiencethat I soon won’t forget.
Throughoutthe evening, either outside the church asthosein attendanceenjoyed Filipinofood, artand culturaldisplays, or back inside the church,when the performances started, you could feel the senseofcommunity.
You couldfeela senseof belongingandas Warren saidduringabreak betweenhis12-song set, it was a remarkablemomentwhere we allcouldcome together no matter our race,or our background, to simply celebrate andshare inthe joyof musicand learn about a culture that many,including myself,don’tknow that much about.
Theconcert, withproceeds going to supportthe United Way BC’s Kapwa Strong Fund, supportingthose impacted by the April26Lapu-Lapu Day Festivaltragedyin Vancouver, wasalsoquitehistoricin nature … the first Cityof Delta-supported Filipino cultural event.
The powerful voicesofthe Top Line Vocal Collective, the dynamic Himig Kabataan Cultural Society, the cultural dance performancefrom Philcas Tinkling, and a surprise appearancefrom Tsawwassen recordingartist NaRai,and Flandez, whoalongsidehis band, back-up vocalistsand dancers, putona performancethat will be talked aboutforalongtime.
Warrenthanked the audienceon several occasions, butitshould be you whoshould be thanked, Warren.
You and yourcommitteeof volunteersand supporters arethetruelightsofhopeandunitythat we asacommunityshould be striving to emulate.
Well,that’s a wrap! Schoolis outfor summerandmost Kindergarten to Grade7 students have been absolutely peakingin anticipation. For parents, the thrill maynot be asintense.
As has beenthe case for the past 13 years, I have spentthe past two weeks chopping watermelonandfilling water balloons.
Asistradition, ourfinal school farm lessonsareusually spent talking aboutthe “gourd family”which is aboutas perfectanexcuse asthere is to spend outside class time gulling down watermelon.
About1,000 young Deltafarmers have consumed about50 watermelonsof late.
“Farmer Mike,” admittedly, has consumedhisshareas well.
AlthoughI have been chopping many ofthe melonson my tailgate at the schools, Ididprep someofthem at home beforearriving at the school farms. As Ilove watermelonmore than my ownmother,Idid tend to sampleafew slicesinthe nameof qualitycontrolwhichinevitably set my body pressure to about800 PSI beforeI got to the schools.
I was, however, comfortable enough to fillandthrow water balloons at my students,which gave meimmeasurable joy.Although I haven’ttalliedupthe receiptsquite yet, Ithink we unleashed something intheneighbourhood of10,000 water balloons. My apologies to allifthe Tsawwassen Dollar Storeis outof
stock. In summer,therearefour major food groupsif you area kid… watermelon,Freezies,hotdogsand candy. Although Canada’s food guidedoesn’t expressly endorse these summer staples,it would seemthat kids have been able to survive overthe years.
Sufficient hydrationis required to ensurethis summerdietisadequately processedin young bodies.
WhenI was young, this hydration wasalsoassisted by the lawn sprinkler in many instances. Sadly,thisactivityis now onthe naughty list.
Iamhopingthat in theinterest ofthe mentalandphysical well-beingof our children,that mandatory sprinkleruse isallowedfor at least one day per week during summermonths. Thiscould be a winningelectionplanknext year! Who’s withme?
Mike Schneider is founder of Project Pickle and likes to write about growing, cooking and eating food He is a Jamie Oliver Food Revolution ambassador.
Overthe past months,asthebiking seasonin South Delta rampsup, I have encounteredthis situationmorethan onceandI believe thereis cause forconcern.
It all revolvesarounde-bikes, specificallya genrewhichanyoneinLadner and Tsawwassen, particularlyparents of young teens, has, orcertainly will becomefamiliar with.
Thesehigh-powered andnot-a-littlescarymoped stylee-bikeslooka lot like motorcycles.
WhenI receivea callfrommom or dad…oroneoftheir youngones seeking assistance to facilitateamodification to oneofthesee-bikes,thefirst questions I askare, the ageofthe rider(s) then,“Why dothey want to make these changes?”
Theanswer(the realanswer) way too often setsme back, to say theleast.
Thisgroupis absolutelyfixatedonthe goalof making theire-bikes evenmore scarythantheyalready are. Oneofthe commoninquiriesinvolvesthedesire to performawheelie.
They areasking for thethrottleand braking systems to be tampered with to allowthem to perform said stunts.
Likely potential outcomesareobviousfor both ridersandanyoneunlucky enough to be in their path.
Parents,if youarelookingforany sort of push back here, you may findthe B.C. e-bike regulationshelpful.
Lookupmotorassisted cycle (e-bike) regulation, B.C. laws. Theareas to drill into involve ageof ridersandwhat/ whereis permitted.
Also, e-bikebraking systems must immediatelyshutdown all powerwhen applied.
Tony Dales
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It isalmost summer andin my hometownof Tsawwassenthereare many residences with lovely,privateflowering gardens.
However, whyisit almostimpossible to find a publicflowering garden whichneighboursand visitors canenjoy as they move about town?
Forthe past few years, Tsawwassen hasenjoyed the sightofaextraordinarily beautiful public garden outside Winskill Aquatic Centre This year, it seems to be scaled back. Why?Lackoffunding supportfromtheCity of Delta?
The beauty of nature isoftendestroyed by the humanneedsofa town
Picturedisthesunflowergardenoutsideof the Winskill AquaticCentrein2023.
Therefore, forthe healthand well-beingof residents,itiscritical to return someof nature’s beauty inthecreationof public gardens. What isneededis public awarenessand support forthe personaland community valueofthe beauty of public gardens. Fundingisnecessary forirrigation,horticulture infrastructureanddevel-
opment ofnew public garden sitesoncivic public lands.
Deltaisfortunate to have talented,dedicated horticultural staff who work to create beautiful gardensfortheenjoyment ofall. Carol Vignale
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TheCityof Deltaisundertaking an inventory ofitstrees.
Crews started last weekinLadner, collecting dataon streetand park trees as part of Delta’s Urban Forest Strategy.
In its requestforproposalsthis spring foraqualifiedarboriculturalconsultant toconducttheurbanforest subsectioninventoryofindividualcity-owned urbantrees, thecitynoted it wanted to focuson streetand park specimentrees.
Theprojectdoesnotincludetreeson privateproperty,norisittheintent to include larger standsoftrees inthecity’s naturalareas.
The purposeoftheprojectis to expandatree inventory that was started in-housein2023,improveasset management, as wellas gainanaccurate costofacity-widetree inventoryfor areas withlow,mediumandhigh canopy coverage.
“Anurbanforestinventoryisa key actionin Delta’s Urban Forest Strategy andaligns withactionsin Delta’s Birds and Biodiversity Conservation Strategy
Atree inventory willimproveaccuracy andefficiencyofasset management, maintenancetracking, as wellasprovide guidanceonfuture tree planting locationsand species selection,”thecity explainedinaprevious report.
Anupdate report to councilinthefall of2023on Delta’s Urban Forest Strategy noted that theurbantree canopycoverage was last assessed in2021using the 2020aerialimagery.Tree canopycoveragein2020 was30.5 percentin North Delta,19.2 percentinLadnerand24.3 percentin Tsawwassen.
Delta hasalong-term goalof40 percenttree canopycoverage.
Delta’s Urban Forest Strategy, approved by council four ago, which identifiesashort-to medium-termplan (2020-2030)for “achievinga robust and sustainableurbanforestin Delta.”
The strategy, part of a package of tree enhancementandprotectionmeasures, lays outthe goalof40 percenturban tree canopycoverage, with specifictargets to increase the number of treesin urbanareasandalong major roadways including boulevards, mediansand other right-of-way areas.
OnSundayJune22,the community madeits mark attheBridgeStreetMural Painting Party. TheCityof Delta extendsitsthankstoAmy Walker,who designedthemural,andto everyonewhoparticipatedinthisunique communityproject. Youhave helpedmaketheBridgeStreet Pop-up Parkshine alittle brighterthissummer!
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The Delta School Districtisproposing to thecity to maintainthe current numberof30 adultcrossing guards at 19locationsforthe 2025/26 school year.
A reviewoftheadult schoolcrossing guard programisundertaken each spring and submitted to thecity’stransportation technicalcommitteefor review.
Aproposed program fortheupcoming year isthen submitted to the school boardandcity councilfortheirconsideration.
A recent report to the school boardnotesthe crossing guards at all sites, expectforGray Elementary,areonduty from8:30 to 9 a.m. and 3
to 3:30 p.m. The guard at Gray isondutyfrom 8:15 to 9:15 a.m. and2:45 to 3:45 p.m. due to settingup andtakingdown pylons along80th Avenue.
The report alsonotes theplanis to providethe current servicelevelsfor a totalcostof$122,635, which will be funded by thecityfromfunds set aside each yearforthe program.
Shouldanynew requestforadditional service be approved,funding wouldcomefromthecity.
Thecityin2024 approved a requestfrom the schooldistrict to increase the numberof guardsfrom29 to 30 at 19 locationsfora totalcostof $122,635.
Thecityprovidedthe schooldistricta$118,800 grantforthe2023/24 school yearfor29 guards,
and$114,960for28crossing guardstheprevious year.
In the spring of1999, parents rallied againstthe school board’sdecision tocutthedistrict’s crossing guardprogramdue to a budgetshortfall. The crossing guard portion ofthe budget at the time was$107,000.
Adeal wasthen struck betweenthecityandthe school boardthat sawthe municipalitypickupthe costandamemorandum ofunderstanding was signed that sawthecity assumefunding beginninginthefallof1999. Theannualcost since has beeninthe$100,000 range.
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Summershould be busy ina semi-resort community witha marina, golfcourse and surroundedonthree sides by water.
Butthis year, “energy andoptimismthat usually accompany this season
arenoticeably absent,” says Ali Hayton, business ownerin Point Roberts.
Andfor many,the situationisgrowingmoredire by the week,sheadds.
In order to survive a dropin Canadianvisitors, following U.S. President DonaldTrumptariff and territorialthreats to Canada, Hayton says
businessesthereneed more pointedhelpfrom Washington politicians.
“Weneed focused assistance,whetherinthe formofdirectfinancial relief, policyadjustments to ease cross-bordercommerce,orincentivesthat encouragevisitationand investment,” Hayton, ownerof International
Marketplace, saidin a June9letter to politicians and business people.
“Timeisnoton our side,” she said.
Withoutimmediateand targetedhelp,“theproverbial winteriscoming early,”which many businesses maynot survive.
Theletter wasafollowup to avisit to Point
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The Senate resolutionmentions Point Robertsandnotesthat border towns benefitfrom Canadian tourists,and that the U.S. and Canada sharethelongest peaceful borderinhistory.
Alsomentionedisthe sharedeconomic prosperity andthat B.C. and Washington residents have served theircountries togetherin two world wars.
It concludes sayingthat the Senateofthe State of Washington recognizes,“theimmeasurable valueof ourinterconnected relationship with Canada anditsprofound impactonthe peopleof Washington state.”
The Washington State Legislatureresolution reaffirmedthelong-standing economic relationship between Canada and Washington state, pointing outalmost$2.7billion US of goods and services aretraded daily.
Alsomentionedarethe gamesthat willtakeplace in Washington stateand B.C. duringthe2026 FIFA World Cup.
Point Robertsisalso mentioned, sayingthat community “exemplifies thedeepconnection” betweenthe peopleof Washington stateand B.C.
The resolutionconcludes witha reaffirmationofcollaboration “and strengtheningthe bonds we have shared withthe peopleof Canada for over 150 years …” and to build mutualprosperity.
Haytonthough said she’s notentirely sure what kindofhelpthe state cangive, but washoping
TheInternational Marketplacein Point Roberts.
politicians would have ideasandtaketheinitiative.
Perhaps, Washington state canofferamoratorium on salesand business taxes,ortaxdeferrals. Or maybe Washington statecouldtake out some ads supporting Point Roberts businessesor encourage borderofficials to be kindand welcoming to visitors.
“Couldtheypromote goodwill between our twocountries? At this point, we’d takeanything,” Haytonadded. Or maybe goods bought in Point Robertscould be considered dutyfree?
“Isthat something that could be explored?” Haytonasked.
“Could we be allowed to hire Canadian workers so our businesses can stay open longerhoursor more days?”
Shealso suggestedthat a publicmeeting between B.C. Premier David Eby and Washington state Gov. Bob Ferguson, “could be incrediblymeaningful.”
Haytonadded Point Roberts businessesare doingwhat they canin offeringpromotions to drive business.
“It’snotlike we’re sittingon our hands waiting to be saved. We’refighting.”
On June19,the Delta Police Department (DPD), with support fromthe Run Innandthe Delta Police Foundation, proudlyhosteditsfourth annual Summer Solstice Run, Walk& Roll at departmentheadquarters inLadner.
This special eventdrew approximately250 participants, alongside support fromofficers, staff, volunteers, andcommunity members,bringingthe totalcrowd to morethan 400.
The evening kicked off witha performance by the Delta PolicePipe Band,followed by afun warm-up to get everyone readyforthe route.
Participants hadthe choice betweena5kmor
1km route, while young athletes took part inthe Kids Run, sprintingtheir waythroughthecourse with cheers fromthe crowd.
As participantscompleted the route, Chief Harj Sidhuand Deputy Chief Guy Leesongreeted them at thefinishline andpresented medals
The eveningconcluded withprizedrawsand toprunner awards.
Delta policeextends itsheartfeltthanks to allwho joinedusand helped make this year’s event amemorableand meaningfulcelebrationof connection, wellnessand community spirit.
-Submitted by Delta police
Membersofthe DeltaAmateur Radio Society(DARS) will be participatingin the Field Dayemergencypreparedness exercise, June28and29 at the North40 Dog Park Reservein Delta.
The purposeoftheexerciseis to deployandoperateamateur radio equipmentina remotelocationindependent of existing power andcommunicationinfrastructure.
DARS will be establishing seven radio stationsprovidingcommunications using voice, dataand Morsecode.
The park is open to the publicandall are welcome to visitduringtheoperatinghoursfrom11 a.m. Saturday to 11 a.m. on Sunday.
Formoreinformation, see:deltaamateurradio.com/FieldDay.
Sinceitsinceptionin1933,theannual Field Day event has grown to involve morethan35,000amateur radiooperators in NorthAmerica. The operators, otherwise known as“hams”, setup stationsin remotelocationsusingemergency power sources such as generators, batteriesor solar power.
Overacontinuous24-hour period, they attempt to contactas many other amateur stationsas possible
The DeltaAmateur Radio Society providesan outletfor radioamateurs to gatherandsharetheirexperiences inthehobby. DARS wasestablished in1980on request by the Corporation of Delta to formagroupof radioamateursin Delta to providean Emergency Communications Network working with the Municipality’s Emergency Measures Organization. Meetingsareopen to the public.
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Notice is hereby giventhatDelta CityCouncilwillconsidergiving first, second,and thirdreadings tothe bylaw referencedbelowatitsRegular Meetingat 7:00 p.m. onMonday,July 7, 2025 intheCouncil Chamber, 4500ClarenceTaylorCrescent,Delta,BC.
Location:4940, 4952 &4958 Chisholm Street,and 4910,4914, 4918 &4926
DeltaStreet
Applicant:CityofDelta
Proposal: Applicationforrezoningtopermittheconsolidationofsevenlotsintoa singlelottoallowforafuturemixed-usedevelopmentthatcouldinclude a range of uses such as touristaccommodation,commercial retailand restaurants.ThisapplicationisconsistentwithDelta’sOfficialCommunity Plan.
Toestablisha newMixed-Use Ladner (MUL)Zoneandto rezone the subjectpropertiesfromServiceCommercial 2Zone(CS2),Low Impact IndustrialZone(I1)andPublicUseZone(P)tothenewMULZoneinorder toallowconsolidationofseven lotsinto asinglelot forfuture development.
StaffContact: PaulBelzile–SeniorPlanner,604-952-3155
Materialsrelatedtotheproposalsuchastheproposedbylaw,detailedmapsandotherinformationmaybeinspectedatDeltaCityHall, 4500ClarenceTaylorCrescent,Delta,BC,MondaytoFriday,excludingstatutoryholidaysfrom9:00a.m.to4:00p.m.fromThursday, June26,2025toMonday,July7,2025.
Ifyouhaveageneralinquiryregardingtheproposalorifyouwouldlikeassistancetoinspectanyrelevantdocumentation,please contacttheDevelopmentDepartmentbyemailatdevelopment@delta.caorbyphoneat604-946-3380.
Correspondencereceivedupto12:00p.m.onThursday,July 3, 2025 will beincludedinthe Agendapackage. All correspondence must include your name andfull address andmay form part of thepublic recordfor theproposalandbepublished on the City’swebsite.
���� Email:mayor-council@delta.ca OR ���� Writeto:MayorandCouncil,CityofDelta 4500ClarenceTaylorCrescent Delta,BCV4K3E2
The Delta Community Foundation, in partnership with Evolution Fulfillment, ishostingadeliciousfundraising eventthisFriday, June27from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Tilbury Industrial Park at 7107 Venture Street.
This outdoorfundraiser willbring the community togetherforagreat cause withallproceeds supportinglocal charitiesandinitiativesthroughthe Delta Community Foundation.
Amouthwatering lineupof food trucks will be on-site to serveupfresh, localflavours,including JJ’s Hot Cobs, Japanese Teriyaki, Holy Taco& Mexi Eatsand Kona Ice Chilliwack.
“We’re thrilled to partner with Evolution Fulfillment to bring people togetherin supportof ourcommunity,” said Gillian Lowrey,Presidentofthe Delta Community Foundation. “Every bitehelps builda better Delta.”
Come hungry,bringfriends,and supportagreat cause—rainorshine.
“Our Tilburyneighboursarealways
Thisoutdoorfundraiserwillbring the communitytogether foragreat cause—withallproceedssupportinglocalcharitiesandinitiatives throughthe DeltaCommunity Foundation.
lookingfor more lunchtimefood optionsand we are alwayslookingfor a way to give back to ourcommunity. We are excited at thisopportunity to fulfill on bothofthose,” said Ben Martin, President, Evolution Fulfillment. Visitwww.deltafoundation.orgfor moreinformation.
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JIM KINNEARPHOTOS
The South Delta Secondary Class of 2025 heldits grad walk at theschool on Wednesday afternoon, June 18.
Seaspanispleased
Chapter85ofthe Recreational AircraftAssociation Canada will be hostingthe2025 Delta Heritage Air Park Fly-inon Saturday, June28.
The Delta Heritage Air Park is located at 4103 104 Streetand will be heldfrom 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. There isfree admission to the grounds.A pancakebreakfast and barbecuelunch will both be availablefor purchase.
RAA members are a groupofpilots, homebuilders, and aviationenthusiasts, mostofwhomare, or have been, professionalpilots,whoeither owncertifiedairplanesor have built their own
airplane.
Theassociation mandateis to support theadvancementof safe,fun,and economicalflyingin ourcommunity and beyond.
The chaptermissionis to foster, promoteandengage in aviation education andexperimentalaircraftconstruction and to operate anairfield.
Upwardsof50aircraftareexpected from variouslocationsacrossthe Lower Mainland, Vancouver Islandandthe PacificNW.
Canada Dayfestivities in Delta will once again kick off withthe Canada Day CarCruise.
Meetthedriversandtheir cars on Tuesday, July 1 at theA&W at Tsawwassen Commons, between8and 9:45 a.m.
At 9:45 a.m.,thedrivers’ meeting will beheld, withthecruise starting at 10 a.m.
The carcruise will wind its way around variousneighbourhoodsin Tsawwassen,including Boundary Bay and BeachGrove.
Last year,thiscruise attracted around 200 vehiclesandthis yearorganizers arehopingfor evenmore. Participants, tell yourfriends, car clubsandanyotherswho care to join. Spectators, we love to see you alongthe sideofthe roadas we pass by Show us your patriotic side and wave your Canadianflags!
Afterwards, popon out to Eye Kandy Kustomsfortheiropenhouse between
Thefifthannual Canada DayClassic CarCruisekicks off on Tuesday, July 1withameetandgreetstartingat 8a.m.atthe A&Wat Tsawwassen Commons.
11 a.m. and3 p.m. Take the opportunity to see a first-class custom car building shop,meetthe staffandenjoy a great burgerfrom FuzzyPickles food truck. Make a day ofitandenjoy! -Submitted
Hereisamapofthis year’s cruisethrough Tsawwassen.
&Show ForMoreInfoVisit:mrmomsworldcatering.com
Councilis seekingcommunity volunteers whocan bringvaluable knowledgeandexperiencetothefollowingCommittee:
MobilityandAccessibilityCommittee
TheMobility andAccessibility Committeeprovidesadvicetostaff regardingnewandexistingCityinfrastructureandprogramstosupport mobilityandaccessibilitythroughoutDelta.
Committeemeetsfourtimesperyearand/oratthecalloftheChair.
Currentlyseekingtwomembers-at-large,oneofwhomidentifiesas anIndigenousperson.
If youare interested in beingappointed totheMobilityand Accessibility Committee, please submit acompleted application locatedatdelta.ca/Committees,indicatingwhyyouwouldliketoserve, andanyrelevantknowledgeandexperienceyoumayhave.
ApplicationdeadlineisJuly6,2025
Pleaseforwardsubmissionsbyemailto: cityclerk@delta.ca orbymailto: OfficeoftheCityClerk-DeltaCityHall 4500ClarenceTaylorCrescent,Delta,B.C.V4K3E2
Therearelotsoffamily-friendlyactivitiesin Deltathis Canada Day, July 1.
The day beginsin South Delta, specifically Tsawwassenand Diefenbaker Park where there will be entertainment, food, booths featuringcommunity servicegroups, Canada Day cake cuttingandofficial openingceremonies. The festivities runfrom10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Following that,head intoLadnerand Kirkland Housefor children’s activities,food andmore musicfromnoon to 4 p.m.
Thenheadinto North Deltaand Chalmers Park withfestivitiesfrom3 to 10 p.m.
A parade kicksoffthe
Canada
event at 3 p.m. followed by officialceremonies at 4 p.m. The park will featurefood concessions, roamingentertainers, a children’s performer, community booths,live musicandfireworks at 10 p.m.
The parade will begin at 114 Streetand82 Avenuein North Delta, heading west towards
112th Street. The parade willthenhead south along112th Street,finishinginfrontof Burnsview Secondary.
Anyoneinterested in participatinginthe paradeorhosting a boothin Chalmers Park canfind more detailson theCityof Delta website at:www.delta.ca. -Staff Writer
Delta Police ChiefHarj Sidhu,TFN ChiefLaura Cassidyand Delta Fire and Emergency Services Chief GuyMcIntuck ataspecial day Saturday, June21.
JIMKINNEARPHOTOS
Carrickc@telus.net
Healthy agingis a multifaceted processthat involvesanarrayof variables.
Dietandexerciseare two such variables,and each areintertwined.
According to the National Instituteon Aging, theamountof caloriesindividuals over60need eachday dependsontheirphysicalactivitylevels. Though alladultsshouldaspire to be physicallyactive each day, some agingadults mayexperiencemobility issuesthatmake it hard to move around. But activitylevels can serve asameasuring stickfor daily calorieintake. The
NIAnotesthat themore activemenand women over60are, themore caloriesthey willneed to consume.
Inactive: TheNIA recommendsthat women over60whoarenot physicallyactiveconsume1,600 calories per day Men over60who arenotphysically active areurged to consume between2,000and2,200 calories each day.
Moderately active: What qualifiesasmoderatephysicalactivityis best defined by anindividual’sphysician,who may recommend various exercisesoractivities based on each person’s
condition. Daily walks mayqualifyas moderatephysicalactivity, but aging adultsareurged to keeptrackofthe length andintensityof such walks so they can work withtheir physicians to determine howthey mightaffecttheir daily caloricintake. Women over60whoengage in moderatephysicalactivity each dayare urged to consume1,800 calories per day,whilemenin that category shouldconsume between2,200and 2,400 calories.
Very active: Aging menand women can probably determineon their own if their lifestyle
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can be described as very physicallyactive. Women over60whoqualifyas very active shouldconsume between2,000and 2,200 calories per day, while theNIAadvises very active men to consume between2,400and 2,600 calories per day. Ofcourse,it’s importantthat men and women over 60 choose the rightfoods each day as well. TheNIAadvises against choosing foods that have a lotof sugar, saturatedfatand sodium Fruits, vegetablesand wholegrainsareexamplesofhealthyfoodsthat canhelp aging individuals reach recommended daily calorieintake withoutcompromisingtheir overallhealth. -Metro Creative
Activitylevels canserve asameasuringstick for daily calorieintake.
Specialthankstothe team membersfromThe Wexfordand TheWaterford,aswellasour residents andvolunteers—you made this eventasuccess! , WE RAISED BriaCommunities.ca THANK YOU, TSAWWASSEN!
TOGETHER,WERAISED $5,300 FORTHE ALZHEIMER’S SOCIETYOFBC!
The World Stroke Organizationnotesthat morethan12.2million individualsexperience stroke each yearacross theglobe. Perhaps even more telling, the WSO reportsthat,globally,one infour people over age 25 will have a stroke in theirlifetime.
Stroke isindeed a threat to publichealth. However,despitethe prevalenceof stroke, individualsarenothelpless againstit. Various risk factorsfor stroke are withinindividuals’ control,andit’s never too early foradults to prioritize stroke prevention Withthat inmind,the followingare someofthe mostcommon risk factors for stroke,courtesy ofthe WSO.
Elevated systolic blood pressure: An elevated systolicblood pressure meanstheupper numberonablood pressurereadingis between 120and129. Systolic blood pressure measures thepressure yourblood is pushing againstthe artery walls each timethe heart beats. Individuals
diagnosed withelevated systolicblood pressure areurged to discuss the waystolowerthatnumber withtheirdoctor.
High bodymass index: A2022 study published inthe journal PLOS Onefoundthat body mass index was associated with stroke
risk among diabetes patients. The studyfound that the risk ofischemic stroke,which occurs whenablood clotorfatty plaqueblocks ablood vesselinthebrain, was higheramongobese patientscompared to patientswhoare overweight ornormal weight.
Smoking: The WSO reportsthat someone whosmokes20cigarettesa dayis sixtimes more likely to have a stroke compared to a non-smoker. Oneofthe links betweensmoking and stroke risk surrounds carbon monoxideand nicotine.Smokefrom
cigarettescontains both carbonmonoxide,which reducestheamountof oxygeninasmoker’s blood,andnicotine, which makesasmoker’s heartbeatfaster. Those variablescombine to raiseblood pressure, which hasalready been noted as a significant risk
factorfor stroke. Alcohol consumption: A 2022 study publishedin the journal Neurology examined thelink betweenalcohol consumptionand stroke
The studyfoundthat highlevelsofalcohol consumption areassociated withahigher risk for all typesof stroke,and evenmoderateintake, definedas between seven to 14 drinks per week for womenand seven to 21drinks per weekfor men, wasassociated with higher risk forall typesof stroke.
Thesearenottheonly common risk factors for stroke In fact,the WSO reports high fasting glucose, air pollution, lowphysicalactivity, poordiet,high LDL(i.e., “bad”) cholesterol,and kidney dysfunction are someadditionalcommon risk factorsfor stroke.
Though stroke affects morethan 12 million individualsacrossthe globe each year, many ofitsmorecommon risk factorsare manageable. -Metro Creative
A good night’s rest can be just what the body needs to feel revitalized and ready to tackle anew day. Indeed, rest isimportantfor people ofall ages,including seniors.
Thebrainneeds sleep to regulate the body, restoreenergy and repair damage.
Recognitionofthat is vitalfor agingmenand women, someofwhom may be morevulnerable tosleepingproblems thanthey realize.
In addition to being morevulnerable to agerelatedhealthproblems that caninterrupttheir sleep, thusaffectingits
quality, agingmenand women mayfindtheir sleep routines change overtime.
Sleepissuesaffecting olderadultsalso may be a byproductof variouscontributingfactors.
Thesecouldinclude:
*Painthat affectsthe back,neck,or joints
*Mentalhealthissues, includinganxietyand depression
*Neurodegenerative disordersthat are morefrequent among aging populations, such asdementia and Alzheimer’s
*Sleep apneaordisordered breathing at night
*Restlessleg syndrome,
aconditionthat tends to worsen with ageandis characterized by anurge to move limbsoften
*Nocturia, acondition marked by aneed to urinate at night
*Stimulating medications or medicationinteractions
*Decreased exposure to sunlight
*Sedentarylifestyle
Agingmenand women whoare havingtrouble sleepingshouldknow that such issuesare treatableandnot something that needs to be accepted asanormal part ofgrowingolder. Forexample, individualswhose sleep is routinelyinterrupted
It’s amisconception thatolderadultsneed moresleepthan youngerpeople, notingadultsof allages require thesameamountofnightly rest.
by aneed to urinate can avoidcertain beverages, including alcoholand caffeinated drinks.
Sleep andhealthy aging go handin hand.
Agingadults havingtrouble sleeping canconsult
theirphysicians to learn more about overcoming sleep-related issues. -Metro Creative
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
3900 ArthurDrive,Ladner 604-946-4522
sacredheartparish.ca
AllSaintsAnglican Church 4979-44A Avenue,Ladner 604-946-9179 •604-946-4224
JoinusSundayService @10am
WednesdayService @10am followedbyBibleStudy Formoreinformation www.allsaintsladner.orgor call604-946-8413. 4755ArthurDrive,Delta
www.ladnerlife.com info@ladnerlife.com5545 Ladner Trunk Rd. ONLINEORIN-PERSON,
ST.DAVID’S ANGLICANCHURCH
1115 -51AStreet
Tsawwassen
Rector
Rector
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Rev.SimbarasheBasvi
SundayService10am
SundayService10am
Wed.Service11am
604-943-4737
st.davidsdelta51@gmail.com
Sundaysat10:00a.m. Rev.Jason Truell
中文主日崇拜 10:00a.m.
Nancy 楊牧師
4594 –54AStreet, Ladner,B.C. 604-946-7033, office@ladnercrc.com www.ladnercrc.ca
Tsawwassen United Church 693 –53rdStreet, Tsawwassen
Rev.Marie Paul Welcometoeveryonefor Worship &Friendship Sundays @10:00am tuc@telus.net604.943.2911
“Be Faithful,betrue, be ablessing”
WhenI wasfirst ordainedasapriest, I was walkingdown the streetindowntown Vancouver.
A young manwho looked likehe was struggling withhislife, stopped me andaskedif I wasapriest. I said yes. He then saidifIcould say just onething to him, what wouldI say.I wasn’t sure if he was sincereor ifhe wastrying to trip meup.
Itry to presumethe best of people, and so I gave himanhonestanswer. I said: “Underneathallof thedifficultiesof life, beneaththe hurt and griefand painthat we sometimesencounter, thereislove.”
The manthenshuffled away.
My favourite descriptionofthe Holy Mystery
we call Godisthat God istheenergy oflove at thefoundationofthe universe. What does this mean? It meansthat hopeisalways possible It meansthat everyone isconnected since we comefromthat same love andhope. It meansthat we areall inherentlydignified. It meansthat when we reach rock bottom, there isa strong foundation onwhich to rebuild our lives.
Idon’tknowwhat ever becameofthat young man, butIdohopethat someone recognized himastheir own kinand reached outahelping hand.
On June12, GiftsandTreasures:
An Inclusive CelebrationofCreativity transformedLadner Baptist Church into acolourful hubof joy,friendship, and artisticexpression.
Thisvibrant year-endartshowand fundraiserhighlightedthecreativetalentsoffour remarkable young artists
Tia Bolivar, Tiana Kierkegaard, Taylin McGill,and Hailey Morrow —whose work reflected notonly theirunique perspectives butalsothedeep bondthey share with each other.
“This wasmorethananexhibition,” said Meg Neufeld,Directorof People and Culture at Alongside You. “It was a celebrationof everythingthegirls have learnedandexplored this year,ofthe friendshipthat’s grown betweenthem, andthedeepcommitment each ofthem have to raising awareness about causes close to theirhearts.”
Tia raised moneyforALS research inmemoryofher Papa, Taylin raised moneyfor Children’s Hospital,aplace that savedherlife many times, Haileyfor Parkinsonin supportofher Nonna, and
Tiana raised money to speakin another country about belongingandinclusion. Togetherthey raised more than$1,210.
Nowinitsfourth year,theAll Abilities art class beganasa response to parents seekingmeaningfulcommunityopportunitiesfortheir young adultsfollowinghigh schoolandtheisolation of the pandemic. Sincethen,thegroup has completing over80 sessionsandmore than286 worksofart—each thoughtfully adapted to reflecta wide rangeofinterests, abilities,andcommunication styles.
This year’s theme, Giftsand Treasures, emergedorganicallyfromthe group’s dynamic. “These young women areagift to each other,” said Neufeld, “andtheirartisa wayofgiving back to thecommunity.”
More than50 guests were greeted at theentrance by self-portraits, each one paired withtheartist’s chosen charity to raise awarenessandfunds.Fromthere, theartistsledvisitorsthrough several themed stationsfeaturingmore than 45 matted2Dartworks,50 handmade greeting cards, and30one-of-a-kind
ContactIanat ijacques@delta-optimist.com or 604-998-3616
Nowinits fourth year,the All Abilitiesartclassbeganasa responsetoparents seekingmeaningful communityopportunities for their youngadults followinghighschoolandtheisolationofthepandemic.
trinketdishes madeusinga rangeof materials such as watercolors, oil pastels, yarn,vinyl,alcoholink, and techniqueslikecollage, printing, and paint pouring.
More importantly, each artist had the chance to share theexhibit to viewersin their own way—through verbal, written (exhibition labels),ornon-verbalcommunication(makinguseof props) to ensuretheir voicecould be heard using theirpreferredmethod of communication.
Guests were invited into theartists’ creativeprocessthroughadisplay of progressivepictures(acollaborative
A pairof youngactors from South Delta will have theirdebut performances with Theatre Underthe Starsthis weekend.
Theatre Under the Stars, at Stanley Park’s Malkin Bowl in Vancouver,presents Charlie andthe Chocolate Factory and Legally Blondethe Musical from June27 to Aug. 16.
Henry Suddsisplayingthe roleof Charlie Bucket.
Suddsisa young musicaltheatre performer, basedin Tsawwassen. He’s been performing
on stage sincethe age ofeight, primarily with Delta Youth Theatre wherehe has beena part of seven past shows. He alsotrains with Leblanc Acting Schooland Delta Community Music School.
Callum Templetonis playingthe roleof Mike Teavee.
Bornin Vancouverand raised in Tsawwassen, Templetonisthrilled to be making his TUTS debutin such afun, whimsicaland humorous show.
Currentlyheis studying voice withTracy Neff
at the Delta Community Music School. Someofhis selectcreditsinclude The Artful Dodgerin Oliver, Kurt VonTrappin The Sound of Music and Nemo in Finding Nemo (Delta Youth Theatre). Hisfilm andprintcreditsinclude appearancesin Cavendish Farms, UBCProperties and BC Transplant. Basedon Roald Dahl’s fantastical1960’s children’s classic, Charlie andthe Chocolate Factory madeits musical debutin London’s West Endin2013. The largerthan-lifeproduction then hopped across the pond
to thebright lights of Broadway in 2017, before touringacrossthe U.S. and Australia. The storyfollowsthe curiousadventure of young Charlie Bucket, afterhe winsacoveted goldenticket to take a behindthe scenes tourofthe mysterious Willy Wonka Chocolate Factory. Charlieandhis fellowticket winners –gluttonous Augustus Gloop, spoiled Veruca Salt, boastful Violet Beauregarde, and maniacal Mike Teavee –are amazed by Wonka’s mouthwatering cre-
artexercise withallfourartists)and year-long journalsfilled withmixed media with weeklyprompts.A behindthe-scenes slideshowbroughtthese moments to life, capturing the joy,effort, andcollaborationthat shaped their work.
“Makingartis aboutmorethanthe finalproduct,” Neufeldemphasized “It’s aboutwhat happens alongthe way— abouttryingnewthings, supportingone another,andlearning that your wayof self-expression mattersandis beautiful. Every personisagift,and everyactof creativityisatreasure.”
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ations.Astheycompete for Wonka’sgrandprize, each contestantendsup getting–in strange but delightful ways – just what theydeserve.
Ticketsforall Theatre Underthe Stars performancesare available at: tuts.caor by calling 1-800-514-3849.
-Ian Jacques
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1. Dancingspot
6. Health resort
9. Circlesection
12.Oaksource
13. Peak
14. Dove sound
15.Bus station
16.Have being
17.Skedaddle
18. Fellowleadperformer
20.Henoutput
21.Emitfumes
24.Toolbox
25.Onthe Pacific
26.“Look____ ye leap”
27.Friendliest
29.Worth
31. Southernnut
35.Boggy
39.Pasturemother
40. Cook,asa cake
43.Rival
44.Liquefy
45.Fearful wonder
46.Blazing
48.Happy
49 Fishinggear
50.Honolulugreeting
54.____out(barelymake)
55.Badhumor
56.Marry again
57.Headed
58.Put twoand twotogether
59.Squeals
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1. Father,informally
2. Freezerabundance
3. Food fordipping
4.Earthenware pot
5. Atop
6. TV interference
7. Blackbeard,e.g.
8.Copycat
9. “Green____”
10.Cheekmakeup
11.Cubandance
19.Godowntheslopes
21. Guna motor
22.Generation
23. Slipperyasan_
25.Devoured
27.Justout
28. Agent
30.Takeadvantageof
32.So-sograde
33.Holepunch
34.Meshfabric
36.Beable to payfor
37.Shaped
38.Small vegetable
40.Rollwith ahole
41. Attentive
42.____up(tense)
44. Riot
46.Operaticmelody
47.Lamb owner
51.Birdthathoots
52.Intheknow
53.Stationbreakairings
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ARIES March21-April19
Thisweek,workand financesmayoftencause concernanddolittleto lowertensionsinyour alreadycomplicated romantic relationship. However,addressingcertain issuesmayeaseyour worries.
TAURUS April20-May20
Cleaningmayfeellikea majorchorethatyouwant tokeepputtingoff.Atwork, confidentlysharingyour innovativeideascouldprove verylucrative..
GEMINI May21-June20
You’llspendtimebeautifying yourhome,whichwill enhanceyourlivingspace. You’llfeeltheurgeto keepupwiththelatest technologybyadding sophisticatedconnected gadgetstoyourhome.
CANCER June21-July22
Youmayfindithardto curbyourimpulsiveness thisweek.Atwork,you’ll quicklyclimbthecorporate ladder.Bepreparedforthe significant responsibilities thatcomewithyourarrival atthetop.
LEO July23-Aug. 22
You’llneedtocreatea budgetforyourfamilylife andupcomingprojects. Yourvacationisjustaround thecorner.Makesure everythingisorganizedso youcan relaxandfullyenjoy everymoment.
VIRGO Aug.23-Sept.22
Ifyou’regenerousbynature, don’thesitateto reachoutto friendsandfamilywhoneed yoursupport.Just remember toprioritizeyourwell-being toavoidexhaustingyourself intheprocess.
LIBRA Sept.23-Oct. 22
Whetheryou’reonvacation ornot,letyourmindwander inthecomfortofyourown home.Whatbetterway toescape realitythanby divinginto agreatbookor binge-watching acaptivating TVseries.
SCORPIO Oct. 23-Nov.21
You’llfeelthesuddenneed togatherallyourfriends tocelebratethestartof summer.Onthejob,prepare for abusyweekwith demandingclients.Expecta constantflowofpeoplewho maybedifficulttoplease.
SAGITTARIUS Nov. 22-Dec.21
Choosinghigh-quality materialswhen renovating yourhomeisnot aluxury, but asmartinvestment foryourfuture.Ifyou’rein anew relationship,you’ll takethefirststeptoward building anewlifetogether.
CAPRICORN Dec. 22-Jan.19
You’llforgelasting friendshipsduringyour travels,atconferences, intrainingsessionsor throughgrouptherapy. Theseencounterswillhelp youcreatemeaningful connectionsandallowyou to releasepent-upemotions.
AQUARIUS Jan.20-Feb.18
Inyour relationship,mere gesturesofaffectionwon’t sufficeasproofoflove. Your partnermustinspireyou tochaseyourdreamsand create romanticmoments withyou.
PISCES Feb. 19-March20
Yourvacationisalmost here.Don’tstayhome! Whetheryou’rewithfamily orfriends,takethetimeto balanceyourchakrasand findinnerpeacewithinyour environment.
HOWTOPLAY:
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IAN JACQUES ijacques@delta-optimist.com
Tsawwassen’s Jack Thompsonis going to have a summer to remember.
TheGrade11 student at Delta Secondary has been named by Volleyball Canadato the 2025 U19 men’s rosterwhichfeatures28ofthecountry’s upand-coming athletes.
Theplayers will be splitinto two teams with oneheading to theU19 PanAmerican Cup in Cuernavaca, Mexico, (July 6 to 14),andthe othercompeting at theFIVB Boys’ U19 World Championshipin Tashkent, Uzbekistan (July 24 to Aug. 3).
“This year’s squad reflectsthetalentand dedicationacross Canada and representsthenext generationofelite volleyball athletes,” said Volleyball Canada onits website.
Thompson,whoisan outsidehitter, said he is veryexcited abouttheupcomingopportunity.
“I wasencouraged to apply …it wasa submission onlinewhere I submitted somehighlights and physical statsandI wasn’texpecting to make the team,
Tsawwassen’s JackThompson has been namedto theU19men’s national volleyballteam.
but superlucky and fortunate to be picked,” he said.
“I started playing at South Delta Secondary, but theydon’t have a large program. WhenI wasin Grade9,I wasencouraged by some of my teammatesfrom my club team to transfer to DSS. I had to sit outone year, butnow,I just have so much more exposure to agreat program and so many more opportunitiesand chances to play at higherlevels, so that helped me to make it to this point.”
Many of thoseopportunities can be credited to the support from DSS boys’ volleyballcoachand school athleticcoordinatorAndrew Robson.
“Robson has beenphenomenal. He has been my coach sinceGrade8,andI have learned everything Iknowfromhim,” Thompson said. “He hashelped me so much andhelped me out with post-secondary schools andwho to talk withafterhigh school.”
Thompsonisin Halifax startingthis weekend for atraining camp to determinewho will be selected to the two Team Canada teams.
“It’s beena goal of mineforalongtime, so I’m superexcited to get to wearthe jersey and to play on thebig stage against othercountries. It should be a greatopportunity,” he said.
IAN JACQUES
ijacques@delta-optimist.com
Winskill Park will be theplace to be this weekendforthe seventh annual Kyle Losse Memorial Baseball Tournament.
Action getsunderwayonFriday with boththe bantamand peewee tournaments.
The bantam tournament willfeature three poolsoffive teams each withthe Delta Blue Jays headlining Pool A, the TsawwassenAsin PoolBandthe North Delta Rays in Pool C.
Other teamsinthe bantam tournamentinclude Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Coquitlam, Vancouver, Penticton, two
teamsfrom Calgary,and several teams from Vancouver Island.
Games will be held at Ray Carter Field,the bantamfieldand turf field with round robinplay Friday night, all day Saturday, Sunday and Monday with theplayoffs beginning Monday night at 6 p.m.
The top-two teamsin each pool advance to theplayoffs, withthe pool winners seeded one to threeandthe second-place teamsin each pool seededfourthrough six.
The top two seeds will geta bye straight to Tuesday’s(Canada Day) semifinals at 9 a.m. and11:45 a.m., whilethethree to sixth seeds willplay offinthequarterfinals Monday night
at 6 p.m. The bantamfinal is slated for 2:30 p.m. on Canada Day.
The peewee tournament also starts Fridaynight andfeatures two poolsof five teams each.
The TsawwassenAsand North Delta Raysare in Pool A. The rest ofthe field includes teamsfrom the North Shore, Campbell River, Prince George, White Rock, Ridge Meadows, Chilliwack, Kamloopsand Nanaimo.
Games will be played on the turf field as wellasthe peewee field at Winskill Park.
The top two teamsin each pool will advance to the semifinalson Tuesday, at 9 a.m. and11:45 a.m., withthefinal slatedfor2:30 p.m.
Theseventh Kyle LosseMemorial Baseball Tournamentwillbeheldat Winskill Parkin Tsawwassenfrom Fridaynight,June27,to Canada Day.
Thefirst-ever South Delta Coaches Showdown lit up Winskill Park this past Friday, June 20, asLadner Minor Baseballcoachesfacedoff against Tsawwassen Baseballcoaches.
Avibrantcrowdfrom bothcommunities packed the stands,creatinganelectric atmosphere. The game stayed neck-and-neck, but Tsawwassen Baseball Associationultimately clinchedthevictory.
Asthe spring season nearsitsend, South Delta’s baseball scenecontinues to shine.
Overthe weekend,theU15AGreenand Gold Team dominatedRichmond to claimthe championship title. In athrillingU18AAfinal,Ladner edged out Tsawwassen to take thecrown.
Theexcitementdidn’t stopthere. On Monday, June 23,Ladner and Tsawwassen’sU13A teams battledit outinanother championshipshowdown.A result was not available by presstime.
Withplenty of gamesahead, Winskill Park remains the place to be. Come cheeron ourlocal teams. - Submitted
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Ihaverecentlyhadthe pleasure of buying andsellinga condo with Diana. Shewas very professional andhelpful in explaining the process. Sheisamazingly prepared andhad everything done on time.I am thankfulfor how smoothly the processwentfromstart to finish.
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Welcome Home to Chesapeake Landing–A Rare Opportunity!Discoverthisexceptional offeringinthe highlysought-afterChesapeake Landing!Thisoriginal-owner home boastsa fantasticlayout,featuringamain-levelprimary bedroom, spacious living areas, andsoaring vaultedceilingsin thelivingand diningrooms, allbathed in naturallight.Upstairs, you’ll find twoadditional bedrooms andaden—perfect forguests or ahomeoffice.This duplex-style home is ararefind in this coveted community! Enjoyoutstandingamenities,includinga clubhouse, gym,guestsuite, andswimming pool. Designedfor an adult-orientedlifestyle (one resident55+), with twopets welcome. Don’tmissthisopportunity—bookyour privateviewing today!
3076651MINORUBOULEVARD
4228CRAIGFLOWER
$1,175,000
SOMERSET MEWS -Ahighlysoughtaftercomplexin thecharmingWestwind neighbourhood of Steveston!Thisupdated 3-bedroom,2-levelend-unittownhome offersspacious living with room forhousesize furniture andample storagethroughout. Enjoy aprivate southwest-facingbackyard, acozygas fireplace with an elegant mantle, andanimmaculate, move-in-ready condition. Thiswell-managed, pet-friendlycommunity features lush landscaping, an outdoorpool, andeasyaccessto StevestonVillage, the waterfront,and localshops. Afantastic place to call home! Easy to show!
$549,000
Welcome to Park Towers,perfectly situated on theQUIETsidefacingMinoruPark! Enjoyunparalleled convenience with Richmond Centre,the Canada Line Skytrain, Minoru AquaticCentre, IceArena,tennis courts,library, seniors centre, restaurants, banksand public transitjuststeps away. Thissought-aftercomplex offersfantastic amenities,includingaheatedoutdoor pool, hottub,sauna,exerciseroom, recreation room,workshop, sharedlaundry, ELECTRICITYand caretakerservices-adding greatVALUE! Spacious and well-maintained, this home is in aHIGHLYDESIRABLE LOCATION with GENEROUS square footage. Don’tmissthisincredibleopportunityschedule your showing today! Move-in Ready &available forquickpossession.
Sought-afterBoydParkneighborhood!This well-maintainedgem offersaspacious kitchen with amplecounter space,acozygas fireplace in thefamilyroom, andFrenchdoors leading toasun-soakedsunroomwithvaultedceilings. The living room also boasts avaulted ceiling, addinganelegant touch.Enjoya fullyfenced south-facingyardfor outdoorfun! Large primarybedroom with an ensuitefeaturing awalk-in shower. The beautifulperennial garden is adelight.Excellentschools nearby: GrauerElementaryandHughBoydSecondary.
Beautifulbrightcornerend unitinsought after Timberlane.Openkitchen with Maple cabinets,Bosch dishwasher,tileand laminate flooringthroughout. Large living room openingontoprivate fenced east facingback yard.LGsteam washer/dryerinlaundry with extrastorage.Twopiecebathroomonthemain floor.Threegood size bedrooms with walk-in closet andsoaker tubinmainbathroom. Two parkingspots, 2pets allowedandno rental restrictions.Minutes to Surrey CentralCity Mall,SurreyMemorialHospital,LenaShaw Elementary/Queen Elizabeth Secondaryand KingGeorge Skytrain.
1050EDENCRESCENTTSAWWASSEN YOUR OWNPRIVATETROPICAL OASIS!FULLYREMODELED3,260SQ.FT. HOMEON11,055SQ.FT.PARKLIKEPROPERTY! 4BDRMS, 3BATHS,POOL,HOTTUB, SAUNA. YOURDREAMHOME!CONVENIENT,PRIVATELOCATION.
PARKLIKEPROPERTY! $1,799,000
4704STAHAKENPLACE
HIGHQUALITY3,343SQ.FT.CUSTOM-BUILTHOMEON 12,088LOT!ANOPENLAYOUTFEATURING 3BDRMS, LIBRARY,FLEXROOM, 3BATHS,WINECELLAR &MORE!
APERFECTRENOVATED FAMILYHOME!
166458THSTREET,TSAWWASSEN INBEACHGROVE, 4BDRMSWITHSELFCONTAINED SUITEONBEAUTIFUL,PRIVATE,SUNNY7,739LOT! AMUSTSEE!
-ANUNIQUE ½DUPLEX!
1498BRAIDRD.,TSAWWASSEN
LOTWITH PARK-LIKE GARDENS!BEAUTIFULLYRENOVATED! 1,602SQ.FT. WITH 2BDRMS &DEN.. AMUSTSEE!
2241816OSPREYDRIVE,TSAWWASSEN INPELICANCOVE!BRIGHT &SPACIOUS,WESTEXPOSED 3-LEVEL1,750SQ.FT., 4BDRMS,4 BATHS, 2CAR GARAGE TOWNHOMEWITHONLYONENEIGHBOUR. READYTOMOVEIN!
$2,650,000 $2,398,000
1409WINDSORCRESCENT,TSAWWASSEN 2,649SQ.FT.4 BDRM, 3BATHS2-LEVELHOMEON 8,945SQ.FT.LOT. CENTRALLOCATION!
$1,249,000 541CENTENNIAL PARKWAY, TSAWWASSEN UNOBSTRUCTEDVIEWSOFTHEOCEAN &MOUNTAINS! OFFERING2,673SQ.FT.WITH 4BDRMS, 3BATHS. EXTENSIVELYREMODELED &UPDATED! YOURDREAMHOMEONCENTENNIALBEACH!
5 |5 |5185sqft I9,989sqftlot
$5,390,000
PoolsideCoastalRetreatontheShoresof
BoundaryBay
•Panoramicviewsofaniconic WestCoastbeach, ocean &MountBaker’ssnowypeak
•Indoor-outdoorfloww/multiplepatios &decks, incl.800+sqftoceanfrontupperterrace
•Resort-stylesouthfacingingroundpoolw/lounge room &fullbath
•Expansivelayout,multiplelivingareas,vaulted ceilings,largewindows &triplegarage
5 |3 |2178sqft | 9085sqftlot
$1,599,500
Tastefullyupdatedfamilyhomew/beautiful 5yroldsuite
•Modernizedkitchen,flooring,bathrooms,& resurfaceddeck
•Generousdoublegaragew/parkingforfour moreondriveway.
•Canbepurchasedw/5041 6Aveforanexcellent developmentopportunity
$1,448,888 9413KingsleyCres. -Richmond
3| 3| 1601sqft |6,026sqftlot
Ironwoodgemwith abackyardoasis
•Gorgeousfamilyhome backingonto aserene greenbeltforultimate privacy
•Positionedon apremiumoversizedlotwithin thecommunity
•Meticulouscareandtastefulupdates reflect trueprideofownership
2| 3| 1262sqft $769,000
Bright &SpaciousEnd-UnitinAerie Walk
• Open-conceptlayoutw/gourmetkitchenand gasrange
•Accessto aprivatefencedyardviastairs from thebackdeck
•Walkto TsawwassenMills,beaches,& oceansidetrails
4| 2| 1890sqft |14198sqftlot
$1,599,000
Brookswoodhugesouthfacingprivate cornerlot
•Beautifullymaintainedandupdatedfamilyhome withAC
•Hottub &abovegroundpoolcreate apersonaloasis
•Multipleoutbuildingsforyour recreationalvehicles &toys
5| 2| 3020sqft 8999sqftlot |$1,549,500
Generouslysized residenceon alargelevellot
•Manyupdatesincl.bathrooms,freshpaint,& gorgeouscustombuiltins
•Detacheddoublegaragew/sidelane &le parkingforallyourtoys
•Canbepurchasedw/5029 6Aveforanexcellent developmentopportunity
2+ den |1|1164sqft 9178sqftlot |$1,499,000
Primebuildinglot,quietlocation, closetotown
•Large flat lotw/70.57ftfrontage
•Sunnyeastern-exposed rearyard
•Excellentfuturedevelopmentopportunity
-Tsawwassen
2+ den |2|1181sqft
$689,000
Quietsideof acharmingbuildingw/ 12 residences
•Welldesignedlayoutw/9-ftceilings, flex space &largeprimarysuite
•Gas fireplaceandstove(gasinc.instratafees)
•1parking,storage,petswelcome!
TimRohwer 604.762.2041 tim@thedeltagroup.ca
301 -555513a Avenue $929,000
•Stunning 2Bed &2BathwithLOFT!
•1,786sq.ft.
•Privatebalconyoverlookingthelagoon.
•CentrallocationattheCamptonin Windsor Woods.
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kelsey@thedeltagroup.ca
420551814 Ave. $509,000
•Beautifully crafted 3bedroomhomeoffering 1,855sq.ft.ofmodernlivingspace.
•Openconcept floorplanwith12ft. ceilings.
•Spaciousprimarybedroomwithspa likeensuite.
•Southfacingbackyardwithelevatedpatio& gashookup. 4676BlueHeron Way $1,289,900
•Spacious 1bed &den.
•1,407sf.withriverviews,10ft. ceilings, hardwood floors,customfireplace,anda 280sfwalk-outpatio.
•Enjoy alarge60sf.walk-in closetandopen conceptliving.
•TopFloorPenthouseinWindsor Woods —quiet, 1bed, 1bathhome.
•Enjoy acozygasfireplace,privatebalcony withpeacefulviewsnexttoHighlandPark.
•Juststepstoshops,restaurants,recreation, andtransit.
•Amenitiesinclude awell-equippedgym,bike room,andsecureparking.
2,068sq.ft.|4Bed/2Bath
2,820sq.ft.buildable+garage
1,679sq.ft.|2Bed/2Bath 749sq.ft.Patio
Fairview Penthouse with CityViews.
3,291sq.ft.|5Bed/6Bath 5,769sq.ft.lot Newluxurybuiltin homeBeachGrove with Studio.
3Bed /2 ½Bath 1,227sq.ft. Open floor plan CITY HOMES, Townhome Twoparking stalls.
3,037sq.ft. 4Bed /3 Bath 8,751sq.ft. lot Ideal FamilyHome in ImperialVillage.
1267
4,005sq.ft. 3Bed /3 Bath 11,044sq.ft. lot Custom Built Rancher with MountainView.
2,638 sq.ft. |4 Bed 4Bath| 42’Boat Slip Largestfloat-homein CanoePassVillage.
1254 Pacific Dr. 2857sq.ft. 5Bed /4 Bath Executivehome in Stahaken Subdivision. $1,498,000
#307 –20686 EastleighCresc. 792sq.ft. 2Bed /2 Bath Built2020 Spacious Central Langley CityUnit.
55 St. 1368sq.ft 2Bed/2 Bath West Facing Updated Apartment.
•PrimeLocation: 3.19-acreparcelon WesthamIsland,offeringthetranquilityof countrylivingjust10minutesfromurbanconveniences.
•CharmingHome: Features awell-maintained1,479sq.ft.3-bedroomrancherwith spacious roomsthroughout.
•OutdoorFeatures: Includes alargegardenarea, astorage shed,andbeautifully landscaped surroundings.
•ExpansionPotential: DeltaMunicipalityallowsfortheconstructionof a3,552sq.ft. home plusanadditional1,937sq.ft.dwelling,idealforextendedfamilies.
•UniqueLifestyle: Enjoy aspeciallifestyleclosetonaturewhilebeingmomentsaway fromtheamenitiesofDelta.
•LargeParcel:17.34-acresquarepropertywithsubstantial roadfrontageanda roughed-inseconddrivewayentrance.
•CharmingHome:Cozy4-bedroomEnglishstylehomewitha4-year-oldroof,fresh exteriorpaint,andnewcarpets.
•EquestrianFacilities:Includes a5-stallbarn,hayfield,andspaciouspasturearea previouslyusedasanequestrianfacility.
•ConvenientLocation:SituatedbetweenLadnerand Tsawwassen,closeto Tsawwassen MillsMall,BCFerries,TFNIndustrialPark,and30minutesfromVancouver.
•Investment Potential:Propertyhassignificantinvestmentpotentialwithfutureport expansionplansandadjacencyto 2BCRailpropertiesneartherailway.
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20ACRES, 2HOMES &AMAZING BARN
4774104THSTREET$5,990,000
•Prime Parcel:20.25-acrepropertywithtwo homesand an8,400sq. ft.barn, locatedona quietsection of 104thnearBoundaryBay anda privateairstrip.
•DrivewayAccess: Future drivewayaccessoffHornbyDrive,suitablefor largetrucks.
•MainHome: A3,162 sq.ft. 4-bedroomrancher,built in 1972,renovated in1987,witha roof replaced 12yearsago anda30-carcementdriveway.
•SecondHome: A3-bedroom rancher, idealasa future buildingsite.
•Barn: Afirst-classfacilityusedfor breedingracehorses,witha steelroof andcladding, suitableforvarious farminguseswithgoodnearbyirrigation.
11667229TH STREET$1,699,000
•Prime 9,545sq. ft.(.22acre)lotwith city hall supportfor RM-1 orRM-2 zoning(4-storeybuildingpotential).
•Opportunity todevelopalongside adjacentlotsat11659,11663,and 11671229th Street.
•Existinghomeiscomfortable andideal forrentaluse.
•Nearbyfive lotsalreadyunder redevelopment, withongoinggrowth inthearea.
•Selleropen to long-term rent-back; contactlistingagent fordetails.
•Large 16,071sq.ft. LEVELlot withoneofthe largestpropertiesin the neighborhood.
•5-bedroom,2-level home witha 7-year-old roof,hardwoodfloors, and updates downstairs.
•Spaciousfloorplan with room for in-lawaccommodations onthelower level.
• Potential forfuturedevelopment: duplex,4units,oruptoan 8,734sq. ft. home (subjecttoDelta approval).
• Prime location, just 15minutes fromeverythingintown—perfectforagrowing familyseeking both spaceand convenience. MLSR2977795360ºTOUR
Beautiful5 bedroom &denhome incentral Ladner.Featuresincludehardwoodfloors thru-out,onebedroomonmainand4 up,allwithaccesstoensuites.Openfloor plandownwith gourmetkitchen,granite counters& stainless-steelappliances.Private backyardwithcoveredpatio.Oneblockto highschool,memorialpark,library&pool. Excellentfamilyhome.
The Lexingtonin Tsawwassen.Thisspacious1700SQ.FT. homeincludesthreelargebedrooms,twofullbaths andhasbeenrecentlyupdatedwithapprox.$40,000in renovations.Updatesincludenew washer &dryer,new laminateflooringthroughout,freshlypainted,newlight fixtures &SSappliances.Enjoyafunctionallaundry room,storagelockerandtwoside-by-sideparking stalls.Thebuildingamenitiesincludecommunityroom withpatio,bikeroomand workshop.Agerestriction withoneoccupantmustbe55+. Walkingdistanceto shopping,busesandpool.
8578RUMMINGROAD$2,149,000
• West Coastcontemporaryhome on0.5-acre blufflot with 180°NanooseBay oceanviews.
•Open-conceptrancher withhigh-end finishes anduniquewave-inspired ceiling.
• Lower-levelsuite plus a1,300+sq. ft.garage/shopideal forcar enthusiasts.
• 2,500+sq.ft. rooftopdeck, landscapedyard,outdoor bar, firepit,and litconcretedriveway.
• City-approvedplans fora 36x36shopwithRV-friendly access.
for$50fortheyear*.
Elke A. Davenportpassedawaysurrounded by her family on April28,2025,at DeltaHospital. She celebratedher80thbirthdaylastfall.
We wish to thankallthe many peopleinSouthDelta whohelpedher throughout theyearsandare gratefulweliveinsuchacompassionatecommunity.
With gratitude,Elke’sfamily.
It is with profound sadnessand abrokenheartthatI announcethepassingof my dearbrother Gregory LewisDujmovich.Beloved sonofthe late Frank Joseph (Briar)Dujmovich and thelateBeatrice LouiseDujmovich (nee Dahl). Survived by his sister ChristineLouise Dujmovich.
GregorywasborninNew Westminsterand raised in Surreynear theAnnieville Slough wherehis father dockedhis commercialfishing boats(GregoryD.and Double Island).Onceour father retiredfromseining andpurchased acombinationgillnetter/troller, Gregorythen joinedhim, and they continued their fishingadventures together.Gregoryespecially looked forwardtoHappy Hour withthoseonthe other commercialboatstheytiedalongside.
Gregorywill bedeeplymissedbyhis sister,family and many friends.
As thelyricsofthe song,written by BobbyScott and BobRussell, go "Soonwego, hiswelfare is my concern,no burden is he to bear,we'll get there, forI know,hewould notencumber me,heain't heavy, he'smybrother.“
Iwillmissyoumorethanwordscan express. LoveyouGrego,myGGboy!
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July 4,2025 @3 PM TsawwassenAlliance Church,4951 12 Ave Tsawwassen
It is with muchsadnessthat we announcethe passingofourdear Shaunaon May29th,2025. Shauna is thedaughterof Dr.Arthurand Geraldine Birk,sisterof Suzanne Gugger (Steve), Sharlene Butler (Tim), and Stephen Birk (Leana).She is fondly remembered by herauntsJeanneLovliand Sheila Reed,nieces,nephews cousins; and her GodmothersHelenand Edna Takacs and extended family.
Shauna will be missed by everyone whoknewand loved her.
ACelebration ofLife will beheldonFriday July 4th, 1:30pmat St.David's Anglican Church in Tsawwassen, 1115- 51A St,Delta BC.
In lieuofflowers,pleaseconsider sendinga donationtothe DeltaHospitalFoundationinher name.
It is with deep sadnessthat we announcethe passingofour mom, Darlene.
Sheislovinglyremembered by her children, Charlie (Serina),Christine (Peter), and Shirley; her grandchildren, Eryn and Emily; heradoptivefamily, Mimi (Brian)and Marna.
Darlene wasa lifelongdog lover, adevoted Blue Jays fan,and theproud creatorof legendarydill pickles, cabbage rolls,and spaghetti sauce. Born in Lestock,Saskatchewan, shelater movedwithher family to Vancouver,wheresheattended DavidLloyd George Elementaryand McGeeSecondary.
Herworking lifebeganat thebox office of the Stanley Theatre and continued with over30 yearsof dedicatedservice as acashierat Canada Safeway.
Darlene wasknown forher warmth,wit,and generous spirit.Shehad araregiftfor liftinghearts— herpresencecouldbrighten even theexuberanceof Bourbon Street.The consummate hostess,she lovednothing more thanbringingpeopletogether, especiallyforherbelovedSuper Bowl parties.
To many,she wassimply“Mom.”A tirelesssupporter of youthsports and apassionateadvocatefor animalwelfare,she wasalsoaprouddog-momto Jesse,Candy,Tony, Hershey, Basel, and Kato,and dog-omatoBaileyand Jake.
In retirement,she found joy, camaraderie,and purpose through the RoyalCanadianLegion, where sheproudlycontributedtoits community efforts.
Sheleavesbehind alegacyofkindness, laughter, andhospitalitythat touched everyone whoknewher. Amemorialservice—truetoDarlene’s spirit: informal,celebratory, and with BBQ—will beheld next monthinLadner.Donations inlieuofflowers canbemade to theSPCAand Jumpstart.
Joan Wrightpassedawaypeacefully in her Tsawwassenhome, June 18th,2025, with her family byher side.She wasjustsix weeksfromher97th birthday. Shelived afullandbeautiful life.
Joan is survived by her four children, Donald (Teresa),Lori(BruceHamilton),Cheryl (FredBott), and Diane (Keith Halston);her twelve grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren;herbrother,James “Jim” (Cheryhl), sister-in-lawAudrey,and many niecesandnephews.Joan waspredeceased by her husbandand love ofher life, Peter; herbrothers, Robert“Bob”and Donald“Don” (Eleanor); her parentsWalterand Kathleen Corrie,andher in-laws Johnand Violet Wright.
AcelebrationofJoan’s lifewill beheldonMonday, July 7th,at2p.m.atSt. David’sAnglican Church in Tsawwassen, BC.Tohonour Joan, we invite youto joinusinwearingher favouritecolours—pinks, purples,orblues.Internment to follow, alongside Joan’s husband Peter, at RCMP Depot Cemetery, Regina, SK. Joan’s fulllifestory will bepostedon FirstCremation Society’sEulogiesand Obituaries website.
Weloveyouandwe willmissyoueveryday.
In lieuofflowers,donations to Friendsof theRCMP Heritage Centre wouldbeappreciated.
By virtueof the Warehouseman’s Lien Act
Mundies Towing,Storage &Service (1976)Ltd. will disposeof:
1)2001SUBARULEGACY VIN# BH5197241
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2)2005 HYUNDAIELNTR VIN# KMHDM55D45U161865 RO:ASRESS ZERUBBABEL
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MATHIJSERNEST isin‐debted to Roadway Tow‐ingLtd.for storageand towingon 1995 BMW3 Series (Red) with VIN WBABJ6327SJD37719. ALienisclaimedunder theAct.There is presently anamount dueand owingof$ 5,789.59plusanyaddi‐tional costsofstorage, seizureand sale that mayaccrue.Noticeis herebygiven thaton July 04,2025,orthere‐after, thesaidvehicle will be sold.The vehicle is currently storedat Roadway TowingLtd., 7391 Progress Place, Delta, BC,V4 1A1,and wasplacedinstorage on January29,2025. Formoreinformation, call Roadway Towing Ltd.604-940-0329
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