Delta Optimist May 29, 2025 by Delta Optimist

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One of B.C.’s largest free fairs returned May 23-25 to Memorial Park withmidway, Maypole dance and parade

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Schooldistrictchecksintotrashedcampsite

Severalgroups at grad trip, includingDeltaand Seaquam students

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TheDelta SchoolDistrictisinvestigatingafter studentstrashedacampsite andleft behind largeamountsofgarbage whileonanunsanctionedgraduationcampingtrip.

Avideopostedtosocialmedia followingthe Maylongweekendshows pilesof garbagebagsandtrashleft behind by alarge grouponMay 18 near JonesLakecampground, east of Agassiz.

Themanwhofoundthe garbage said trash wasstrewnmorethanthree quarters of akilometre onthe beachwhere morethan100 students were spread out.

He,his wifeandthe Four Wheel DriveAssociation of BC picked up all the garbage andfilledsixpickuptruck loads.

“It’sabsolutely not right,”hecan be heardsayinginthevideo. “Thisis so sad.”

Themanexplainedhow astorm rolledinonSaturdaynight (May 17) and abunchofthe students gotintheir vehiclesandleftloadsof stuffbehind.

Thevideoshows chairs,cans,blue tarps,wrappersandplastic bottles, among other garbage.

Theareawherethe students were campingwasonCrownlandandnot atthe campsite.Alargebear wasalso spottedinthearea.

TheDelta SchoolDistrictconfirmed itisinvestigatingand is awareofthe “appalling mess.”

“Ourpreliminaryinvestigationindicatesthat multiplegroups were present at the campground,includingstudents fromDeltaSecondaryand Seaquam Secondary,aswell asothersnotaffiliatedwiththe DeltaSchoolDistrict,” said aspokesperson.

Thedistrict said the campingtripwas

not aschool-sanctionedevent, and no schoolstaff were involved or present.

“Asadistrict,we aredisappointedby thisselfish and irresponsible behaviour, whichdoesnot reflectthe valueswe strive to instillin students —respectfor others, for the environment, andfor our community,”saidthe spokesperson. Asmallgroupofstudents stayed to tryand cleanupthe mess, andthe districtcommendedtheirefforts.

“Wealsorecognizethat the vast majority of students at both schools are just asupsetbythisincidentasthe broadercommunity,”saidthe statement.

“It’sunfortunate that it reflects very badlyonboth schoolcommunities,

regardlessofdirectinvolvement.”

Thedistrict said schooladministrators areactivelyinvestigatingtodetermine who mayberesponsiblefor the damage.

“The aftermathofthis incidentis harmful not onlytothe campground buttothe reputationsofsecondary schoolsandtheirgradsof2025.”

Parentsand caregivers arebeing askedtospeak withtheir children aboutresponsible behaviour,especially during unsupervised gatherings.

Conservationofficersdid receivea report ofunlawful dumpinginthe area of JonesLakeonMay 18 andconfirmed aninvestigationis underway.

Stifffines canbeissuedinB.C.for abandonedgarbage.

Violatorscouldface arange of penaltiesforviolations underthe Environmental ManagementAct such as littering orunlawful dumping dependingonthe location,typeand amountofmaterialbeing discarded.

In B.C.,anyonedepositinggarbage, buildingmaterialsorotherdebrisinto theenvironmentcan facefines ranging from$575toamaximumof$1,000,000 or sixmonthsin jail. Aviolation ticket forlittering is$115.

“Conservation officersare authorized to usetheirdiscretion when determiningpotentialenforcementactions,such as issuingviolation ticketsor pursuinga courtprocess,”said aspokesperson.

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Garbageleft over a largeareanearthe JonesLakecampgroundon May18.

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HospitalFoundationreaches recordfundraisingtotalfor newlong-termcarecentre

A boldnew chapterin senior care is unfolding at the Delta Hospital.

In 2023,Fraser Health Authority announcedplans to constructandoperatea state-of-the-art, 200-bed long-term care communityonthe hospital’s vacant land.

This week,the Delta Hospitaland Community Health Foundationis announcingthe successfulcompletion ofitsmostambitiousfundraising campaign todate— raising $18.25 million to supportthistransformativeproject.

“Thanks to theincredible generosity of our supporters, we have reached our original goalof$18.25millioninunder two yearsof launching our campaign,” saidfoundationexecutive-director Lisa Hoglund.

“Ourcommunity’sunwavering commitment has madethisvisiona realityin recordtime.

“While we’veachieved ourinitial goal, thereis stillanopportunity to contribute andhelpensurethehighest standardof care for our seniors.”

The campaign’s success wasdriven by remarkable generosity,including a record-breaking $5-milliongiftfrom RyanandCindy Beedie.

In recognitionofthis landmarkcon-

tribution,thenewfacility will be named the Beedie Long Term Care Centre.

The Delta Hospital Auxiliary Society also madeanexceptional$3million donation,furtherdemonstratingthe community’s deep-rooteddedication to enhancing care for seniors.

“On behalfofthe boardofdirectors, Iamincrediblyproudofthistremendousaccomplishmentandtheprofound impactthisproject will have on our community,” saidfoundation board chairAndrew Jackson.

“Thanks to our generousdonors, constructionisnowunderway,and we are one step closer to redefiningthe standard of seniorlivingin Delta.”

Thenewlong-term care community will replacethe aging Mountain View Manor,whichopenedin1977and currently serves 92 residents.

Thenewfacility willmore thandouble capacityandofferamodern,home-like environment withinvitingliving rooms, diningareas, activity spaces,andaccess to the outdoors. It willalsoinclude a 32-spaceadult dayprogramandan innovative49-space child daycarefacility,fostering opportunitiesforintergenerationalprogramming.

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Indigenousstudentscelebrategradwithsymboliccanoejourney

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On May22,the waters oftheFraser River carried the stories, strength, andthe spiritofcelebration.

More than 30 IndigenousGrade12 studentsfromthe Delta and Coquitlam school districtsembarked on a powerfulone-day canoe journey to honourtheir transitionfromhigh schoolinto thenext chapteroftheirlives.

The day beganinceremony at the Deas Island dock withatraditional cedarbrushingofthe canoes,a sacred actof cleansingandprotection.

Asthe paddlesdipped into the river, the students setoffona journeyin Delta’s Wave Warrior and Coquitlam’s Waverunner that mirroredtheir own personal growthand resilience.

They stopped at the Elliott Street Wharfin Ladner,wherethey came ashore to shareameal and stories. The studentsthencontinued to Wellington Point, where theyengagedinaheartfelt closingceremony.

Morethan30IndigenousGrade12studentsfrom the DeltaandCoquitlamschooldistricts embarked onapowerfulone-day canoe journeyonMay 22in Deltatohonourtheirtransitionfrom high school intothenextchapteroftheirlives.

“The challenges students faceonthe canoe are symbolicofthe obstaclesthey’ve overcomeinhigh schooland thosethey willmeetas they stepinto adulthood,” said Vanessa Butler, Indigenous cultureand studentempowerment coordinator, Delta School District.

“Each paddle stroke isamoment of reflection—learningwhen to move withthe current andwhen to push against

it. By journey’s end,they seenotonlyhow far they’ve come, butalso who’s been besidethem allalong,” said Nathan Wilson, Indigenous culturalmentor, Delta SchoolDistrict.

“Together,theymove forward withone voice, oneheart, andonecommunity,” said Rob Cowie, Indigenous resource teacher, Coquitlam SchoolDistrict.

Students clearly appreciated theexperience.

Fraser

“I enjoyed joining studentsfrom Coquitlam SchoolDistrictand being part ofacommunityon this journey today,” said Noah,aGrade12, Delta student.

“I love canoeing –it’s oneof my all-time

favouritethings to do.

Today was beautiful… I loved every part of it. It was spirituallyhealing,” addedBreanna, aGrade 12, Coquitlam student.

Some younger students from both schooldistricts also participated in the

event, eitheras paddlers (known as pullers) orproviding shore-side support. The eventalso involved 20 dedicated educatorsfrom both districts,whooffered encouragementand guidance to the students.

TheMinistryofTransportationand Transitisproposing to replacethe George MasseyTunnelwitha neweight-lanetunnel.

TheEnvironmentalAssessmentOfficeisholdinga public comment period on theproject from May22toJune 23,2025

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AmessageofhopeatDelta’sProgressPrideflagraising

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Much has beenaccomplished but much moreneeds to be donewhenitcomes to diversity andinclusion.

That wasthemessage Monday (May 26th)duringthe Cityof Delta’s annualProgress Prideflag raisingceremony outside municipal hallinhonourofPride Month.

The event was attended by members of Deltacouncil, the DeltaPride Society, Delta Boardof Education,thecity’s equity,diversity andanti-racismcommittee, Tsawwassen First Nation (TFN), Musqueam Indian Band, Sher Vancouver, as wellasthe policeandfire departmentsandothers.

Speakers Alec Guerin,a councillor withthe Musqueam Indian Band, ValerieCross, anexecutivecouncillor with theTFN,the DeltaPride Society’s Carol Johnson, Joshna Hirani, managerof

communityengagement with Sher Vancouverand Delta school board chair Joe Muego alldescribed how more work

needs to be done to allowfor thefundamental rightof every person to be able to livetheir authenticlife.

It wasa message reiterated by Delta Mayor George Harvie, who saidthat the message is clearthat hate hasnohome

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in Delta,anditisimportant to standupinthefaceofintolerance.

“Pride Monthisnotonly acelebrationofprogress,it isalsoa reminderthat the journey towards equalityisfar from over.

“Acrosstheglobe, and even within our owncountry, rightsare beingquestioned and restricted whenitcomes to Pride communities. In someplaces,Prideflagsare nolonger welcomein public institutions,anunfortunate reminderofwhyvisibilityand solidarity remain so important,”he said.

Harvienoted the city will be launchingfurtherinitiativesincludingbringing back thecity’s successful, “Bea 2SLGBTQ+Ally” campaign, while Rainbow banners will return to Delta’s streets in June,celebratingPrideand reaffirmingthat no matterhow you identifyorwhom youlove, everyoneis welcomein Delta.

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OPINION

BackboneneededtofixMetroVan

Provincial government needs to stepinand reform dysfunctional organization

KIRK LAPOINTE LodestarMedia

Over52 pagesthat tooka swift fourmonths to produce, Deloitte Canada management consultancy hasconfirmed comprehensivelywhat we have seenandheard toooftenin recent years: that the boardofthe Metro Vancouver Regional Districtisahotmess becauseit’s:

* Unwieldyand overrun by the region’s growth requirements.

* Inadequately experienced becauseof the high turnover rate ofthe board’s municipalofficials at electiontime.

* In need ofgreaterinsight andcontrolsinto risksandfinancesofprojectsandtheoperation of theorganizationitself.

* Insufficiently governedonintegrity, oversight andethicalimplementationofits policies.

* Conflicted by its board’sdualdutiesof balancing municipaland regionalinterests.

* Hobbled by a “culture ofheightened mistrust andfrustration,”anddeepened by restraintsthat come withlitigationandconfidentiality.

And,whilenotimproperly compensated, overpaid becauseofinefficiency. Thereismore, but really,thisis more than enough to launch the makeoverthat the report suggests—and evenmore beyondit.

Astheorganization chewsonthe studyin the weeks ahead—theformaltablingFriday will certainly stirdiscussion—thecentralproblem isthat we’re asking theorganization to reform itself,whenit’s actuallytimefortheprovince to rollupits sleeves.

and the infrastructureis buckling.

Fourdistinct Metro Vancouverentities oversee about$1.5billioninannual spending. The civic representativesonthe boardanditscommitteesare, to be fair,often outoftheirdepth anddependenton staffas seeing-eye dogs. The recent budgetingdebacleofthe North Shore WastewaterTreatmentplant—a more than five-foldincrease to $3.8billionunderitsnoses suggeststhedogsaren’t particularly bloodhounds.

What is clear, the report concludes,isthat “Metro Vancouver has outgrown its board governance structure.”

Theuseofthe word “outgrown” might sound like a clue to suggestit’s toosmallandinneed ofa larger outfit, butmostlythe report is about bringinggreatereffectivenessanda more direct competenceinto themix.

The most directcritiqueof Metro Vancouver arisesfroma recommendation to create anew committee“to overseethe governance,ethics and integrityofthe board’s policiesandconduct.”

boardsthat wouldinclude non-elected expert directors;it wantslonger termsforcommittee chairsand raisesthe possibility to consider without making a full recommendation— of the appointmentofanon-elected chairfor each of the boards becauseofthe workloadsinvolved.

Asfor payingthe board,the report recommends making meetingsmoreefficient to avoid full-day honoraria, ratherthan slicingthe board membership stipends.

Butits weakest work is incontending with culture. Does anyoneexpectthecessationof clashes between vote-heavy Vancouverand Surrey withsmallercommunities,orthe skepticism boardmembers and staff have of each other,whenthereare such economicand politicalconsequencesofitsactivities?

Aboutallthe report can suggestisthat Metro Vancouver“find ways” to make meetingsmore efficient, that it tries to reducethe numberof meetings,“whileimprovingthelevelof respect andtrust withinitselfand between staffand other stakeholders.”

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This was, afterall,theprovince’s creation almost60 years ago, to getitsarmsaround large tasks andprojectsinthe largest regionaldistrict. Variouslegislationon water, sewageand waste, housingand generalissuesgrant significant powersto imposeexpensesonhomeowners. In simplertimes,it worked commendably to build theinfrastructure necessary forconveniences we have longtakenforgranted—a safe water supply,conscientious sewage and waste treatment, measures to contend withhousingaffordabilityand attractinvestment.

Butthese arenolonger simplertimes. The population has boomed,taxes have blossomed,

It would be a boardofthe board,dealing with reviewing policiesandcommittee membership, ensuringadegree ofexpertiseoncommittees, dealing withintegrityissuesandcomplaints, setting remuneration, resolvingconflictsof interests, evaluatingthe board performanceand planningfor succession.

Inherentinthisproposalisa risky suppositionthat self-regulation, even witha clear mandate, assurestaxpayersinwhat stands to be a permanent stateofconcern about public finances. Metro Vancouverdeals with many of the region’s largestprojects,the kindthat are prone to escalationsincostandquestions about valuefor money.

Asameasureof some reassurance,the Deloitte study suggeststhecreationof“hybrid”

It does so, too, while being silentonany suggestionthat there be actualelectionsof regional government, asthereareina handfulof Ontario jurisdictions, to providegreater transparency anddirectaccountability. Nordoesthe study callforamore serious study— say,acommission to reformthe rolesofthe region,theprovinceandthelocal governments.

Indeed,theprescriptions keeptheprovince mostlyonthe sidelineslikea soccer parent, ratherthanonthepitch asplayers. If itdoesn’t remedy whatailstheorganization,it’s hard to believe theprovince cancredibly remain mute and sayit’s someoneelse’sproblem.

Kirk LaPointe is a Lodestar Media columnist with an extensive background in journalism. He is vice-presidentinthe office of the chair at Fulmer& Co.

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Metro Vancouverboardchair Mike Hurley, centre,and CEO Jerry Dobrovolny.

Beagooddogowner(please)

Editor:

Therearenotenough parksinthe area solelyfor having relaxing,enjoyabletimes watchingandlistening to nature, wildlifeandbirds.

Every single park I go to has at least one,usuallymore, unleashed dogs runningaround.

Thereare bylaw signs requesting people to leashand cleanupaftertheir dogs.

Nine outof10dog owners whoI ask to pleaseleashtheirdog tellme to get lost, tellme to leave or just come right outand saytheydon’t have to obey the bylaw.

I have been attacked, have haddogs sticktheir muzzlesin my butt orcrotch, have haddogsthreatenme,and even tripped over anunleasheddog andfell.

The ownerdidnothing. There should be more (or evenany) patrols, butItalked to acity park person,

TheCityof Deltahasadozenleashoptionalareas forlicenseddogs.

andthey toldme that thereareno resources to patrol. Is it reallytoo much to askthat dog owners just be politeandleashtheirdogsinon-leash areas? Thereareareas setaside(at thecity’sexpense)foroff-leashareas. Pleaseusethemdog owners.

L. Jordison

Bill15raisesmanyconcerns

Editor:

Iamdeeplyconcerned abouttheNPD’s proposed Bill15,the InfrastructureProjects Act, asit posesa serious risk of government overreach.

Thislegislationgrants theprovincial government sweeping powers to override municipal plans withoutconsultation, bypass public hearings,and sidestep

environmentalprotections. By undermining the Community Charter and Local Government Act—cornerstonesof local autonomy— Bill15 couldallow politicallyor corporatelydrivenprojects to takeprecedence overtheneedsand voices of ourcommunities.

Further,thebill’s vague criteria for “provincially significant”projects, combined withlimited

appeal mechanismsand a lack oftransparency, erodeaccountability.

Residents would largely bepowerless to challenge decisionsthat impacttheir neighbourhoods.

Iurge ourleaders to reconsider this troubling legislationandprioritize thedemocratic principles thatensure ourcommunities have a say in their future.

Mark Schoeffel

Don’tremovetrafficbarrier

Editor:

Re: Delta approves another small-scale multi-unit subdivision (Optimist, May22)

The approval by Delta councilforthis multiunithousing at 50971A Ave.,in Tsawwassen,is ofconcern to me.I have sent twolettersto council aboutthisdevelopment. Everyonedeserves adequate shelter, so Ido

notdisapproveofthe decisioninprinciple. At this address,1A Avenueisphysically divided withfour permanent metal poles. Motor vehicles cannot pass.

Walkers, talkers, cyclists, parents with infantsin strollers, dog walkers, toddlerson balancebikes,arein abundance.

It isa very quiet and safe street becauseofthis

GeorgeMassey Tunnel Replacement –wasting$100 millionof your taxpayerdollars

Almost8yearshave passedsincetheNDP governmentsuddenlycancelledtheGeorge MasseyBridgeproject, wasting$100 million of completed workand yourtaxpayerdollars. Theten-lanebridgeprojectlinkingRichmond to Delta(andallthe communitiessouthof theFraser) wouldhave had acentremedian capableofaccommodating aSkyTrain,it wouldhave cost probablyhalfofwhatthe NDP’s proposedtunnelisgoing tocost, andit wouldhave openedthree yearsago, in 2022.

Frustratingly,thecurrentNDPtunnel replacementplanonlyincreasestraffic and inconveniencefor South Delta by continuing to provideonlyonesouthbound exitinto Ladneronthesouthside,andnonorthbound exitviaRiver Road. Thebottleneckswill continueinandoutofLadnerunderthisplan. Sincekillingthebridgeprojectin2017,the NDPhave statedthattheproposedtunnel replacementwillbe completed by 2030.The governmentis still stickingwiththattimeline. Theymustthink we aren’tpaying attention. Considersomeofthegovernment’s other constructionprojects,allofthembehind scheduleand overbudget. Forexample, the PattulloBridge replacement, asmaller andlesscomplicatedfour-laneproject, was supposed to beﬁnished by 2023. They’restill workingonit,andthereislittleendinsight.

Doesanybodyseriously expectthatthe GeorgeMasseyTunnel replacement,with itsgreatersizeand complexity,willopen in2030? Doesanybodyseriously expect theproject tocomeinunderthe$4.15 billionbudgetthegovernmentset overfour yearsago,withnewtariffs andincreased development costs?

Newinformation keeps comingoutabout thetunnel replacement,butnoneofitis goodnews.

environmentalassessmentapplicationthis month! That’s going to takeyears. Thenthere’s the questionofearthquake safety.ThecurrentGeorgeMasseyTunnel, builtandopenedinjust26monthsbetween March1957 andMay1959,sitsin600 metres ofsandandsilt,partofthegeographyfrom whichDeltatakesitsname –theFraserDelta. It’s questionablewhether atunneloverthat muchsandandsilt wouldbesafe, thenext timea majorearthquakestrikessouthwestern British Columbia. We knowthatthe existing tunneldoesn’t meetmodern Canadian highway safety standards.

Whenthe existingtunnelwas reinforced between2004and2006 to makeitmore resilientinthe eventofanearthquake, many ofthemajor reinforcements, rangingfrom massconcrete buttressesoranchoringpipe pilestoseismicdrains, were notcarriedout, forfearthatthe existingtunnelcouldn’t withstandthe stressesand strainscaused by the construction. Thereisnoevidencethata newtunnelwould beanydifferent regarding futureupgrades.

Proponentsarguethatreplacingthetunnel andburying anew oneintheFraserRiver wouldbeneﬁttheenvironment,navigation, andﬁsheriesmorethanbuilding abridge. Idon’tbuythis.

Not muchissaidaboutthewholesale destructionofDeasIsland Regional Park,or thedozensofacresof farmlandthatwillbe pavedoverandturnedintoastagingarea forthetunnelproject,not to mentionthe damage to theﬂooroftheFraserRiver.

barrier. Thereisa zero radiusfora vehicle to turnaround.

Withthenewhousing proposed for50971A, withaminimumoffour families, that would be the equivalentof at least eight road vehicles.

My concernisthat this traffic-calming barrier will be removed.

Council hasnot replied to my concern.

Barbara Leroy

Forexample,welearnedthattheNDP turneddownan offerofhundredsofmillions ofdollarsfromtheGovernmentofCanada, communicatedbyformerMPandcabinet ministerCarlaQualtrough, tocomplete theproject. We alsoknowthattheproject wasnot evenmentionedinthe mandate letterthatPremierDavid Ebyprovidedto TransportationMinisterMikeFarnworth lastfall.

We haven’tseenanydetaileddesign work on thetunnelprojectbecausetheystill can’tﬁgureouthowit’sactuallygoing to be builtintheﬂooroftheFraserRiver.Wealso learned recentlythattheyonly startedthe

It’s apparentthatthisNDPgovernment lacksthe competence, the motivation,and the money to actually startbuildingtheir tunnelproposal. Withthree consecutive yearsofbudgetdeﬁcits exceeding$10billion according to officialprojections,andwith ﬁveconsecutivecreditdowngrades, a$5 billionor$6billiontunnelseemsincreasingly outof reachwitheachpassing year.

Frombeginning to end,thisNDPtunnel projecthasbeenanill-conceived,halfbakedboondoggle.PremierEby and his governmentmustbeheld to account for their failuretodeliverontheirpromisesto frustratedcommuterssouthoftheFraser.

Ian PatonwaselectedasMLA forDeltaSouthin2017and re-electedinOctober2020and2024,andhecurrentlyserves as theShadowMinisterfor Agricultureand Food.

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ERTteamcalledtoclearTsawwassenhome

IAN JACQUES ijacques@delta-optimist.com

One person was arrested on May21 at ahomein Tsawwassen that prompted aheavy police responseincluding callinginthe Lower MainlandDistrict Emergency Response Team.

Shortlyafter3 p.m. last Wednesday, Delta Police received a report ofa person seenonthe balconyofa residence withanobjectthat was described asa weaponor possiblyafirearm “The individual wasobserved brieflyexitingon to the deck before returning inside,” saidS/Sgt. Mike Whiteley,media relationsofficer with Delta police.“Whileofficers didnot witnessthefirearmdirectly,the nature

ofthe report warranted animmediateandprioritized response to ensure the public’s safety.”

He saidtheincident tookplacenear South Park Elementary, just as school wasletting outfor the day.

Owing to thetiming andlocation, police were unable to initiatealockdown at the school.

Instead,officersquickly restricted access to the area by closing Gilchrist Drive to both pedestrian and vehiculartraffic. They directed people to a safedistance, away from the residence.

“Policeestablished a containment perimeter aroundthe residenceand establishedthe safety ofany residentsinthe immediatearea,” he said. “Astheincident involved a possiblefire-

armand policecouldnot communicate withanyoneinsidethe residence,

the Lower Mainland District Emergency Response Team was deployed to support a safe resolution. LMD

ERTmembers are specially equipped to managehigh-risk situations involving potentialfirearms,utilizing tools such

asarmoured vehicles, drones,and K-9units.”

Whiteley said workingincoordination with Delta police,the LMD ERTconducted a thorough search of the residence.

Oneindividual was arrested withoutincident. A firearm waslocated insidethehome.

Policeareinvestigating to determineifthe firearm was lawfully possessed and to determine whetherany charges will be recommended.

“Our toppriorityisthe safetyof ourcommunity, especiallyin casesinvolving potentialfirearms near public spaceslike schools,” said Whiteley.

“We appreciate the cooperationoflocal residentsduringtheincident andthankthe LMDERT fortheirassistancein ensuringa peaceful outcome.”

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Open house June 4 on environmental aspects

SANDOR GYARMATI

sgyarmati@delta-optimist.com

The B.C. governmentis invitingthe public to learn moreandprovidefeedbackaboutthe latest on the George Massey Tunnel replacementproject.

Thefocusisonhow theenvironmental impactsduringconstruction will be managed nowthat the application fortheproject’s environmentalassessmentcertificate has been submitted,theprovincenotes, addingthat to ensure constructionofthenew crossing beginsas soon as possible,theconstruc-

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tion-levelprojectdesign isnowunderway.

Residentsareinvited to providefeedback to the Environmental AssessmentOffice(EAO) to ensure the application includesallthe studies andinformation required to assess the potential positiveandnegative impacts.

The current public comment period runs fromnowuntil June23, 2025.

Thenew tunnel will be composed of six tunnelelementsthat will be fabricated on Deas Island andtransported to the site by barge.

Oncetheelements have been towed to the site,they will be sunk andinstalled, butthe Fraser River must be closed to navigation temporarily whilethat work takesplace.

Tenhectaresof landis required on each sideof theFraser Riverfor laydown and approximately 600 workers will be needed forconstruction on eachside.

Whencomplete, itis expectedthat drivers willtravel at speedsof approximately80kmh along thecorridor,compared to 30 kmh today, according to the province.

A multi-use pathway that willallow walking and cycling willalso be part ofthenew structure, butitdoesn’tlooklike theproject willinclude a secondexit outofLadner. Costing approximately $4.15billion,theeightlane tunnelproject would be completed by 2030. Theopenhousein Deltaison Wednesday, June4from4 to 8 p.m. ,at Delta Cascades Casino.

Fundraising is open until June30

DeltapolicereviewsafetyplansafterLapuLapuDaytragedy

PHILMELNYCHUK

pmelnychuk@delta-optimist.com

Delta policeare reviewingtheirdeployment strategiesandemergency response, following the Lapu Lapu Daytragedyin Vancouverwhich claimed 11lives.

Police Chief Harj Sidhu toldthe Delta Police Board at its Maymeeting on Wednesday(May 21)

that he recognizes people are concernedand have questionsandanxiety about public safety.

“Andthosefeelingsare valid,”he said,adding policearedoing everything possible to ensure eventsare safe, noting every major event has a custom safetyplan.

Their approach is to assess risk,doadvance planning and have avis-

iblepresence.

“We want to collaborate We want to communicate. We want to coordinate,” he said.

Ladner May Days kicked offthefestival seasonthis past weekend, to be followed by other events, such asthe Boundary Bay Airshow, Barnside Harvest Festival and Remembrance Day.

Severalother public

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FileNo: LU009824

Applicant: Polygon Development305 Ltd

TheCityofDelta hasreceivedan applicationfor adevelopment in your neighbourhood.The applicationisfora 177-unit, six-storeyapartment building at 553514B Avenue, 555015B Avenue, 1500,1512and152455AStreet.

Deltaishosting an in-person, drop-in format,Public InformationMeetingfor this projectgivingyou theopportunity to learnmoreandprovideyour feedback to theCity.

PublicInformationMeeting

Wednesday, June 4, 2025

5:00 PM –7:00 PM

SouthDelta RecreationCentre (MainHall) 172056 St,Delta

Details on theproposalareavailableat letstalk.delta.ca/lu009824. Shareyour feedback onlineuntil June 15,2025.

events, such as Canada Day,takeplaceduringthe summer.

“Theseareallexamples where we implement thisoperational strategy,” Sidhu said.

But social gatherings areessential to the wellbeingofacommunity and peopleshould be confidentknowing that police have takenthe needed steps,headded.

Boardmember Warren Flandez saidhe spoke to MLA Mable Elmorethis weekwho saidshe appreciated theeffortsin Delta

to helpthoseaffected by thetragedy.

In a memo to the police board May5, Sidhu said, “Whilenoplan canoffer absolutecertainty, we arecommitted to doing everything we can to keep ourcommunity safe.”

Thefocusisonidentifyingandmitigating risks as much as possible, Sidhu said.

“Our team hasa strong andproactive approach to event safety,” Sidhu said.

“We recognizethat no public eventis ever without somedegree of risk.”

The chiefaddedthat Delta policeare joiningin Premier David Eby’scommissionthat will review and strengthen publicevent safetyin B.C.

Thecommission will look at othercities to develop ways to enhance public safety at special events.

Resultsfrom that commissionshould be released in June,intime to apply to many local eventsand Delta police willconsiderany recommendations.

“Likeother police agenciesin B.C., we are reflectingonwhat more can be done inlightof thistragedy,” Sidhu said.

TheCityof Vancouver andthe Vancouver Police Department recently released apreliminary report on theLapu-Lapu incident.

Aftera review,the report saidthat the special-event planning process wasfollowedandall requirements were met.

However, it suggests that changes can be made, such as usingnew, mobile vehicle barriers that can reducethe risk of vehicleincidents,whether accidentalorintentional.

Haveotherquestionsorcomments?

ContactJanet Zazubek, Planner, or Emma Adams, Planner Development Department:

604.946.3380 development@delta.ca or

SUNDAY, JUN ,2025 12PM -4PM

Delta PoliceChiefHarj Sidhu.

Deltacopsstop,checkandfinedangerousbigrigs

SANDOR GYARMATI sgyarmati@delta-optimist.com

This year has seen a high out-of-service rate forcommercial vehicles that underwent roadside inspections.

That’s according to a report to the Delta Police Board by Chief Harj Sidhu,who said road safety has beenidentified asa topissueina recent community survey, with oneoftheconcerns being commercial vehicle safety andenforcement.

Notingtheytake a coordinated approach withtheirtrafficand patrol sections,as wellas adedicated Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Unit (CVEU),he saidthat from January to April2025, CVEU officialsconducted 244inspections, with159 placed out-of-service

and107violationtickets beingissued.

“I do want to emphasize that these aren’t random checks of every truck outthere.

“Based ontheirtraining, they(CVEU) are targeting vehiclesthat believe may not be in compliance.

“I don’t want it to be perceived at all,that with alltruckingoutthere, that 65 percentarenotin compliance with safety regulations, buttheones theyidentifythat are potentially at-risk, itis highandquiteconcerning,” said Sidhu.

“Whileenforcement remainsanecessary focus, it is equallyimportant to acknowledge the many commercialoperators who maintain safe, compliantfleets.

“Theirdiligenceand professionalism support road safetyfor everyone in Delta,” the report adds.

Delta policearealso part ofa multi-agency commercial vehicle workinggroup, which includesthe RCMP, municipal police agencies, CVSE and local bylaw teams.

A vehicleisplaced outof servicewhenit presentsoneormore serious safety risks such asfaultybrakesor steering, missing brakelights, unsecured orimproperly labelled dangerous goods oradriver withouta valid licence.

The CVEU this year alsoinvestigated two commercial vehicledriv-

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ersforimpaired driving andissued immediate drivingprohibitions to bothdrivers.

One case involved a

containertruckdriver impaired by drugs,while the secondinvolved adumptruckdriver impaired by alcohol.

Throughoutthe year, the CVEU,along with othermembers of the DPD’straffic section, participateincoordinated jointforceoperations, multi-agency eventsthat promote safetyand compliancethroughfocused inspections.

Hon.Jill McKnight

Memberof Parliament forDelta

It’sanHonour to be sworninasthe Member of Parliament forDelta and appointed MinisterofVeterans Affairs and Associate Minister of NationalDefence.Now it’stimetoget to work anddeliver results.

DeliveringforDelta–ByJuly1st:

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June14 - SocialDance -7:30pm

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June25 - Painting Workshop –FREE

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Citygettingreadyformoresummerheat

SANDOR GYARMATI

sgyarmati@delta-optimist.com

Preparationsareunderwayto help Delta residentsonce again beat the heat.

That’s accordingtoFireChief Guy McKintuckinarecentpresentationto councilonthis year’s seasonal outlook and hazardpreparedness, outlining theforecast, freshet outlook,aswell aswildfirepreparednessandtheheat responseinDelta.

Regardingpotential high summer heat for2025, McKintucksaidthe emergencymanagementoffice would organizeacoordinationmeeting with Deltadepartmentsand external stakeholders, including Fraser Health, to preparetoinitiatethecity’sHeat ResponsePlan.

Collaboration withthecity’scommunicationsdepartment isalready underway,ensuringDelta’s cooling and cleanair site informationisupto-dateand availableonthecity’s website.

TheHeatResponsePlanisimplementedinresponsetoprovincialheat warningalertsandincludescommunitycommunicationsand theactivationofcoolingcentres at municipal facilities.

Aspreviously explained,theplan includes aStage 1HeatWarning, when thecitylaunches public awareness andsocialmedia messaging, cooling areas at municipalfacilitiesduring normaloperating hours, atelephone hotline, as well as outreach to seniors andvulnerable groups.

TheplanalsoincludesaStage2 Extreme Heat Emergency, when 24/7 coolingcentres were available at the Kennedy SeniorsCentre, KinVillageand McKee SeniorsCentre, while Delta’s SeniorsBuses were available to transportpeople to and from coolingcentres.

A telephonehotline becomes 24/7andthecity wouldalsolaunch increasedmessagingand outreach.

In preparationfor potentialheat events last summer,citystaff reviewed and updated Delta’s planand “Beat

the Heat”pageonthecitywebsite, providing informationand resources to helpthe public preparefor and deal withextremeheat events,includingan interactivemap ofcoolingcentres.

Thelong-termMetroVancouver weatherforecastincludes warmer-than-average temperatures throughthe summer,accordingto EnvironmentCanada.

Metrolooks to helpmunicipalities

Meanwhile,anew MetroVancouver report notesmemberjurisdictions, public health authoritiesandothers areexploringwaystoprotect residents fromheat wavessuchasthe 2021 heat domethat caused 619deathsin B.C. Thereport, LocalGovernment Actionsfor ImprovingThermal Safety in ApartmentBuildings,notes vulnerable residentsinapartmentbuildings withoutcoolingare especiallyatrisk.

Theregion partnered with the City of NorthVancouver,Vancouver Coastal Health Public HealthandtheCityof Vancouver,todevelop apolicytoolkit

forlocalgovernments,whichisalso meanttosupportclimateandhealth prioritiesoutlinedinthe Climate2050 Buildings Roadmap and Metro2050.

“Memberjurisdiction staffacross the region have expressedtheneed forinformationthat brings together approaches and solutions to protect residentsfromthehealth risks of extremeheat.

“The toolkitidentifies arange of measures that willimprovethermal safety,includinginstallingcooling devices, addingshadingtobuilding exteriors, improvingairflow,and managingheat-relatedrisks for occupants. Basedonthis toolkit,MetroVancouver will engagemembers to explorecollaborativeopportunities to enhance thermalsafety in theregion’shousing stock,”the report explains.

Theinitiativealsoaligns with the B.C. government’srecentcommitment to continue fundingfor heat pump incentives in apartmentbuildings for residentsvulnerabletoextremeheat, thereportadds.

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Metroboardtrimspay, calls onprovince for governance changes

GRAEME WOOD LodestarMedia

The Metro Vancouver RegionalDistrict boardofdirectors is callingon theprovincial government to joinanewcommitteeaimed at reformingits own governancemodel.

Thenew governance reviewcommittee will largelyexplore changes to the board’s structure, according to board chair Mike Hurley,who formed thecommittee.

Hurley tabled a report from Deloitte Canada onFriday that concluded the board has become“large and unwieldy” with“increasing tensions and political differences” at thetable.

“Thereisneed for major systemic changes,” Surrey MayorBrenda Locke toldthe boardFriday.

Locke andallother boardmembers passed amotion callingon theprovincial government to installaliaison at thecommittee, asany board structure changes will requirenew provincial legislation.

Ministerof Housingand Municipal Affairs Ravi Kahlon saidhe’s pleased the boardis reviewingthe report’s findings and recommendations, and that the boardiscreatinga governancecommittee.

“Transparencyandaccountability amongelected officials,as wellas a strong governanceframework, are key

requirements to ensure people cantrust and rely onthem to use theirtaxdollars appropriately for core servicesinthe region,” he saidina statement to BIV.

“Weare reviewingthe overallfindings ofthe report,and I’mlookingforward to discussinga positive pathforward with the Metro Vancouver board.”

Somedirectors viewed Deloitte’s report less criticallythanothers.

Richmond Mayor MalcolmBrodie and Burnaby Coun. Sav Dhaliwal—the twolongest-tenured directors joined Districtof North Vancouver Coun. Lisa Muri intargeting recentmediacoverage of Metro Vancouver,which hasfocused on board remunerationandtravel expensesinthe wake of theorganization’s nearly $3-billioncost overrunfor the North Shore WastewaterTreatment Plant.

That extraordinary overrun resulted in the region’s homeowners receivinga25.3 percentincrease to Metro Vancouver’s portionoftheir2025property taxbill.

Muri noted that “this story still has legs, sadly,”whileBrodie saidthe board needs“more balancedcoverage”onthis issue.

“The publiccontinues to rely onwhat themedia reported,” said Dhaliwal.

City of North Vancouver Mayor Linda Buchanan suggestedthe governanceof Metro Vancouver wouldnot be under such scrutiny were itnotforthecost overrunand ShayneGregg, the report’s

author,didnotdisagree.

Gregg toldthe boardhis report was notintended to recommend“transformative” changes to the board.

“Weneed to read betweenthelines as wellaswhat’s inthedocumentthat’s made clear,” said Locke.

What was clearer wasGregg’sdefence of director remuneration, sayingit was appropriate andinline withother publicly backed agencies such asTransLink, BC Hydro andthe Vancouver Airport Authority.

Gregg wasmostassertivein making changes to remunerationaroundthe edges.

The board votedunanimously on Friday to enddouble paymentformeetingsthat go overfourhours.

The boardalsoeliminated remunerationfortravel pertaining to Metro Vancouver businessas wellasconverting amonthly stipendforcommittee chairs infavourofadoublemeetingfee.

Directors are currently paid$547 per meeting.

Port Coquitlam MayorBrad West proposedin January slashing those stipends by morethan halfand cuttingthe numberofcommitteesalsoin half.

West noted the changes made Friday are relativelyunsubstantialasmeetings rarely extend past fourhours.

West himselfisamong severallocal mayors earningmorethanthepremier onaccountof being paidfor each of

their boardduties at localcounciland Metro Vancouver, but alsotheTransLink Mayors’ Council.

Hurley saidthe votesonthe remunerationadjustments were merely preliminary or “quick” fixes basedonthe clearest recommendationsfromGregg. It is understood the board could make more adjustments to remuneration stemming fromthe governance review committee.

However, the committee will largely examinewhat to do withthe structure ofthe board,whichis comprised of 41 elected officialsfrom23local jurisdictions.

The Deloitte reported recommended a so-called“hybrid board” whereby appointedmembers oversee Metro Vancouver’s utilityoperations,which accountfor about80 percentof all work.

Deloitte also examined boardmodels that would reducethe numberofdirectors from 41 to 23,meaningonedirector per jurisdiction. Thiscould solve some ofthe politicalimpasse perceived at the boarddue to its large size, saidthe report.

Theconsultingand auditingfirm also suggesteda “corporatization”model, eliminatingelected officials entirely. It didnot suggest a modelwhereby directors are directlyelected.

The goal, said Deloitte,is to “introduce a balanceofprofessionalexperience,and enhancedecision-makingand risk management.”

Community

NatureNotes:UnderstandingthepeskyChaferBeetle

NICKIBROCKAMP

DeltaNaturalists Society

Livingin Deltamight mean you’ve seen some damaged lawns. Maybein theformofdead,brown patchesor something moreextensivewhere piecesof lawn had been pulled back orshredded. The culprit wasintroducedinto ourarea in 2001. I’m referring of course to the Chafer Beetleandits voracious larvalorgrub stage. The beetle’s lifecycle explainswhat’s happening to the lawns.

In Junetheadult versionofthe beetleemerges fromtheground, mates and lays eggsin lawns in July The eggs soon becometiny larvaewhich promptly start munching away at grass roots They’lldothisuntilthe following spring, get-

tingbiggerandbigger untilthey pupate late spring and soon turninto emergingadults. Whenanimals such as skunks, raccoonsand crowsshowa serious interest ina lawn,it’s becausethey’reafterthe juicygrubs. Because the

grubs have already been killingthegrass, it’s easy enough to tear up. Arethere ways to preventaninfestation?

Thereis some evidence that keepinggrasslonger(8cm),aeratingand dethatching canhelp. What if aninfestation isalready present? Some people simply waituntil thegrubs have been removed by wildlife, then rake and reseed in spring.

Thereareacoupleof environmentallyfriendly optionsthat can be effectiveifused as directed. Oneinvolves Nematodes, tiny parasitesthat consumethe larvaewhen still small, laterinthe summer.Another solutionis a soil bacteria (BTG)that can be appliedin spring andmid to late summer

Bothproducts can be found at local retailers. Other solutionsinvolve replacing your lawn with “lawnalternatives”that looklike lawns butdon’t provideafood source forthegrubs. They often involvelessmowing and fertilizingand mayhelp pollinators.

Formoreinformation, check outa ‘Chafer Beetle Solutions’document at the Delta Naturalists website: https://deltanaturalists.org/chafer-beetle/. Editor’s note: Nature Notes is a monthly columnproduced by the Delta Naturalists Society andtheir community partners. Forinfo on monthlymeetingsand more, see www.deltanaturalists.org andwww.facebook.com/DeltaNats.

KinVillageCommunityCentre hostingdrive-thrubookdrops

Have you started your spring cleaning?

The KinVillage Book Sale teamishosting fourdrive-thrudropoff dates to provideaconvenient wayfor South Delta residents to donate their gently used books, DVD’s, puzzlesandvinyl records.

To jump start your spring cleaning, thefirst drive-thru bookdrop will be held on Saturday, May 31,from9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the frontentranceof the Community Centre, 543010th Avenuein Tsawwassen.

Book sale volunteers will be waiting to assist you by takingitems directlyfrom your car to their sortingarea.

Mark your calendarfor the remainingthree book dropsas well: Sept.27, Nov. 29, and Feb. 7, 2026.

Please note, items may also be donated in the Book Saledonationbins onthe last Friday of each month,found just inside the KVCC frontentrance doors.

Accepted items includefiction,nonfictionand children’s books, puzzles, games, DVD’sandvinyl records.

Itemsnotaccepted include booksin poor shape, CD’s, VHSor cassettetapes, textbooks or reference books, religious texts, Readers’ Digest, magazine, spiral boundcookbooks, sports, health, businessortravel booksandor political booksolderthanfive years.

Communitydonations help buildtheinventory forthe March6 to 8, 2026 Book Sale.

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Community

BaldingforDollarsfundraiserby alocalstudentwithabigheart

Shaving

heads and raising hope

When Oli,afirst grader, decided to getinvolved to support children with cancer,he wasn’tlookingfor attention. He was looking to give back.

After receiving care at BC Children’s Hospital himself,thisthoughtful anddetermined young student set out to raise fundsfor Baldingfor Dollars, the hospital’s longstanding campaign supporting cancer research andfamilies.

This Sunday, June1, fromnoon to 4 p.m., families,friends,and neighboursareinvited to gather at Écoledu

Bois-Jolilocated at 785, 49th Streetin Delta foran event filled withcommunity spirit, laughter,and heartfeltaction. There will be snacks, games, anda powerfulshowof solidarity—led by one student and backed by many.

Oli’s current school, Écoledu Bois-joliin Delta,andhisformer school, École GabrielleRoyin Surrey, have joinedforces to support theinitiative. Thecollaboration betweenthe two schoolprincipals hasgiventheproject momentum, turning Oli’s personalmissioninto acollectivecommunity effort.From staffand students to parentsand

neighbours, everyoneis steppingup to help make thisfundraisera success.

Local businessesand community partners have alsooffered their support, contributing to what promises to be a meaningfulandmemorable day. It’s a powerful reminderofhow public schools, whendeeply connected to theircommunities, caninspire actionandhopefar beyondthe classroom.

Allfunds raised will help supportthe young patientsandfamilies who rely on BC Children’s Hospital every day.

To donateor learn more, visit: facebook. com/share/19aPrEyWjZ. -Submitted

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Oli,aGrade1studentat Écoledu Bois-Joli,ishostingafundraiser forBC Children’s Hospitalatthe schoolonJune1in Delta.

Community

DeltaHealthClassicsoldoutagain

On Thursday, June 12th, Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation willproudly hostthe26thannual Delta Health Classic Golf Tournament at Tsawwassen Springs.

This popular event isonce again sold out thanks to theincredible generosityof sponsors and supporters.

This year’s tournament will welcome148 golfersforafun-filled dayonthegreensdedicated to raisingfundsfor Delta Hospital’s Surgical Services Department, includinganewArthrex Synergy 4KImaging Systemfor ourorthopedic surgery team.

This cutting-edge towerprovidesultrahigh-definitionimaging forminimallyinvasive procedures,enhancingprecision, surgical outcomes,and patient safety. It iscrucial forexpanding Delta Hospital’s orthopedic

surgical capabilitiesand maintainingahighlevel of care.

“Weareespecially gratefulfortheunwavering supportof our sponsorsandcommunity partners with specialthanksto this year’s Platinum sponsor, Canadian Turner

this year’s tournament possible,and we are trulythankfulfortheir continued beliefin our mission.”

This year’s Delta Health Classic willfeature afun Woodstocktheme, inviting participants to getgroovyonthegreens.

LBAinvites community

Construction Company, fortheir outstanding leadershipand support,” says Lisa Hoglund, ExecutiveDirector of the Delta Hospitaland Community Health Foundation. “Through sponsorships, donations, and volunteertime, our supporters have made

The day kicksoff with a hearty lunch made by the Tsawwassen Boundary Bay Lions Club,followed by a laid-back round of golffeaturinglocalfood, refreshments, games,and prizes. Thefestivities will wrap up withacelebratory 19th HoleDinner. Althoughthe golf tournamentis sold out, thecommunity can still joininonthefun by participatinginthe Online Auction,50/50and Raffle TripDraw which open on Monday, June9and closesthe evening of June 12.

Visit www.dhchfoundation.ca formoredetails and to getinvolved.

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to supportlocal

TheLadner Business Association’sinaugural Business Expo was a great success last year for50local businesses andorganizationsthat serveLadnerand surroundingareas.

The eventdrewnearly 250 guests from the communitywhoheaded to Harris Barnfora day oflocalconnections.

Peopleenjoyed food trucks withcovered seating outside, BarnsideBrewing servingdrinksinside,and50 doorprizes were won!

Local business ownersenjoyed engaging directly with peoplein thecommunity,andthe opportunity to introducethemselves to new faces.

This year,the secondannual Business Expo, Saturday, May 31from10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Harris Barn, has addedlive music, face painting, and balloon animals to everything peopleenjoyed last year “We’rereally working

hard to make sure thisis an eventwhere people will want to come and spend sometime withfamily,friends, andneighbours,” said LBAinterimpresident Jason Robertsinanews release. “Empowering businessandenriching communityisthe LBA mission statement, and this event was made to embody that goal.

“Whethera business hasaphysical storefront inthevillage oroperatesa residential service or works remotely, ourmembers are local andengaging with our communityisthemost importantthing we can do.”

The Business Expo is free to thecommunity, and attendingenters guestsinto the drawsfor doorprizes.

“We’re looking forward to seeing waymore peoplethis year,as supportinglocal hasnever beenmoreimportant,” said Roberts.

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COURTESY DELTA HOSPITAL AND COMMUNITY HEALTH FOUNDATION

DeltaHospital’sOrthopedicSurgeons,Dr. Matt LewingtonandDr. Danny Gillisarehelpingtopromotethis year’s DeltaHealthClassic.

LIFESTYLES

Piano Virtuoso returns to Ladner

Back by popular demand,internationally acclaimed Ukrainian concertpianistAnna Sagalova returns to Ladnerforherthird localconcertthis

Saturday, May31, at 7 p.m. at Lighthouse Church (5545Ladner Trunk Road).

This rare solo appearancefeatures masterworks by Beethoven, Mendelssohn,and Chopin-a special treat, as Sagalova typically performs withfull symphonyorchestras aroundthe world.

Praised by Georgia

Straight editor Charlie Smithforher“incredible performanceof Chopin,” Sagalova isa Doctor of Musicand Honored Artistof Ukraine. She hasgraced stages across Europe,Asia, and Canada andisnow basedin Vancouver.

Thisisanall-ages, family-friendlyconcert withfree on-siteparking. Ticketsare$35for adults,$25for youth 18 andunder. Ticketsare available at: eventbrite. com. Doorsopen at 6 p.m.

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FullHouseJazzperformsduring

SeniorsWeekatKinVillage

If you enjoyed The Full House Jazz performance last year you will be overjoyed to hear we are back withanendof Seniors Week bash at KinVillage Community Centre.

Full House Jazz will be providing

dance musicfrom the Big Band Era along with moderntakeson some contemporarypieces. You cancome just to enjoy listening to our musicorcome with your dancingshoes.

Allare welcomeon Friday, June6 at 7 p.m. at KinVillage Community Centre. Formoreinformation seefullhousejazz.ca.

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Sunday @3 welcomesthe LangleyUkulele Senior Ensemble

The popular Sunday@3 Concert Series at Ladner United Church welcomestheLangley Ukulele Senior Ensemble this Sunday, June1 at 3 p.m.

Internationally renowned andconsidered to be oneofthe topukulele performing ensemblesinthe world,

they were prominently featured inthe2008 award-winningdocumentfilm, Mighty Uke.

Thegroupiscomposedof20 musicians, aged 12 to 18,who perform50 to 80concertsa year They have performedin Canada, Florida, Texas, California, Nevada, the Pacific

Northwest, Japanand Hawaii.

They have developed a reputation at homeand abroadforexcellencein musical performance.

Admissionis$10 cash at door.

Ladner United Church is located at 4960 48 Ave, Delta.

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Thepopular Sunday@3 Concert Series atLadner UnitedChurch welcomes theLangley Ukulele Senior Ensembleon Sunday, June1 at 3 p.m.

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Full HouseJazzperformsonJune6at7 p.m.at KinVillage Community Centre.

FILEPHOTO

Anna Sagalova isin concert May 31 at LighthouseChurch.

CHURCHDIRECTORY

Sacred Heart Catholic Church

3900 ArthurDrive,Ladner 604-946-4522

sacredheartparish.ca

“Aplacewhereloveandfriendshipmatters”

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

Community

‘TheGolden Rule’

Just last Sunday(May 25)Ladner Village blockedoff streets to make way forthe May Days parade.

Allalongthe parade route peopleof every kind gathered.I sawlittle children,elderly people with walkers, families, andfacesof everycolour. Everyone came together peacefully to celebrate this wonderfulcommunity.

Thiscoming Sunday, intheAnglican Church, we celebrate Jerusalem Sunday.

We celebrate because Jerusalemis, Christians believe,where Jesus lived anddiedand rose again. We call ittheholy land. It is also the holy landfor Jewsand Muslims.

Sundaysat10:00a.m.

Rev.Jason Truell

中文主日崇拜 10:00a.m.

Nancy 楊牧師

Minister’s Minute

It is aplace, just like Ladner,where peopleof every ageand raceand religion gather to worshipand to celebrate.

As we read aboutthe violenceand sufferingin theholy land,itisimpor-

Oursinstheyare many, Hismercyis more!

tant to rememberwhat we all have in common. Every major religion believesinwhat we call ‘the Golden Rule’–treat othersas you would like to be treated. Do unto others as you would have them dounto you. Love your neighbouras yourself. Thereisdeep wisdom inthe Golden Rule. When we live according to that rule, peacebreaks out. Not war. It isn’t easy. It is much easier to fight or to mock or ignorethosefolks we disagree with, but at its best,the Golden Rule teachesusthat we areall related to oneanother, andthat my well-being and your well-being arefundamentallyconnected.

Sundays9:30am

LadnerChristia ellowship

Ladner TrunkRd. ONLINEORIN-PERSON, Sundays @9:30a.m.

ST.DAVID’S ANGLICANCHURCH

1115 -51AStreet Tsawwassen

Rector

4594 –54AStreet, Ladner,B.C. 604-946-7033, office@ladnercrc.com www.ladnercrc.ca

Tsawwassen United Church 693 –53rdStreet, Tsawwassen

www.livinghopeladner.com

478953Street Delta,BC (InsideDelta ChristianSchool)

Rev.SimbarasheBasvi

SundayService10am

Wed.Service11am

604-943-4737

st.davidsdelta51@gmail.com Rector

Rev.Marie Paul Welcometoeveryonefor Worship &Friendship Sundays @10:00am tuc@telus.net604.943.2911

“Be Faithful,betrue, be ablessing”

CELEBRATESENIORSWEEK

HereiswhatishappeningforSeniorsWeekatMcKee

Monday, June2

Mama’s Bakery

Feature: Cheesecake and spinachfetacroissants, Soup of the Day

9 a.m. to noon: Come Try It Pickleball

10 a.m. to 1 p.m.: Fortis BC Info Table

Noon to 3 p.m.:Probus Info Table

1 to 3:30 p.m.: Pop-up

Park Games

3:30 to 4 p.m.: Lounge Musical Performance

Tuesday, June3

Mama’s Bakery

Feature: Meatball sandwich, Soup of the Day

9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.: Mah Jong Open Viewing

10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.:

ICBC Info Table

Noon to 2 p.m.: Come Try It Pickleball

1 to 2 p.m.: Garden Tea Party

2 to 3 p.m.: West Coast Seeds Planter Box Workshop

2:30 to 3:30 p.m. DJ Dance Party

Wednesday, June4

Mama’s Bakery

Feature: Pear Almond Danish, Avocado Poached Eggon Sourdough, Soup of the Day

9 a.m. to 4 p.m.:

Seniors Support Coordinator Info Table

9 a.m. to noon: Come Try It Pickleball

10 to 11 a.m.: Skincare/ Makeupfor Mature Skin Presentation

10 a.m. to noon: Variety Show

10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Ladner Physio Info Table 1 to 4 p.m.: Mah Jong

Open Viewing

2:30 to 3:30 p.m.:

Ladner Physio Pelvic Floor101Presentation

Thursday, June5

Mama’s Bakery

Feature: French Toast, Soup of the Day

9:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.: Mah Jong Open Viewing

10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.: Heart to Home Meals Info Table

10:30 to 1:30 p.m.:Ears to You info Table

10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.: Fraser Health Falls Clinic Info Table

Noon to 2 p.m.: Come Try It Pickleball

1:30 to 2:30 p.m.: BC Seniors Advocate, Dan LevittPresentation

1:45 to 2:45 p.m.:Ears to You Mobile Unit Tours

Friday, June6

Mama’s Bakery Feature: Double Baked Almond Croissant, Soup of the Day

9 a.m. to noon: Come Try It Pickleball

10 a.m. to 1 p.m.: Deltassist Info Table 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.: SelfManagement Info Table 1 to 2 p.m.: SelfManagement Workshop

2 to 4 p.m.: Seniors Week High Tea

Saturday, June7

12:30 to 3:30 p.m.: Big Bingo($50 BINGO Prize) McKee Seniors Recreation Centre islocated at 515547 Avenue, Delta. Call604946-1411formoreinformationonany events plannedfor Seniors Week. -Submitted

•Listen to thebird callsat Centennial Beach

•Enjoy livelychatsatthe Ladner VillageMarket

•Join conversationswithoutaskingpeople to repeatthemselves

•Staysafeandalertin busy outdoorsettings

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HereiswhatKinVillagehas plannedforSeniorsWeek

Monday, June2

Free Fitness& Stretch Class: 10:15 to 11:15 a.m.

Free Mature Skin Care

Presentation:11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Tuesday, June3

Free Ball Fitness Class: 9 to 10 a.m.

Free Open House:1 to 3 p.m. Don’tmissthis event to learn aboutthe programs, classesand events at the Community Centre, as wellas resourcesfor seniors offered by othercommunity organizations.

Wednesday, June4

Free Pilates1 class:

10:15 to 11:15 a.m.

Try yourluck at BINGO:12:45 to 3 p.m.

Thursday, June5

Free Carpet Bowling: 11:30 a.m. Try your hand at thisfun game.

Beach Party barbecue fromnoon to 1:30 p.m.

wear your beach attire andenjoy aloaded burger, chips,anddessert whilelistening to beach music. Members: $12/ Non-members:$15. Get yourtickets by 2:30 p.m. on June2, by calling604943-0225.

Friday, June6 Free Line Dancefor

Beginners Class: 1 to 2 p.m.

Wrap up Seniors Week withaconcert youdon’t want to miss!

Full House Jazz will blow you away withtheir 17talented musicians and vocalistplaying jazz tunesfromthe big band eraas wellasmodern takesonmorecontemporary pieces withaconcert at 7 p.m. Entrance by donationforthe band (suggestedminimumof $10 per personisa bargainforashowofthis calibre).

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JoinusatMcKeeSeniors’RecreationCenter! Exploreourclubs,programs,andactivitieswhile enjoyingcoffeeandtreatsatKeeCafe.

Events:

•Thursday,June5:BCSeniorsAdvocateDanLevitt speaksonkeyseniorissues

•Friday,June6:HighTeahonoringmembers90+ andavarietyshowwithMcKeedancersand musicians,plusagardenteaparty Registerorbuytickets:Call604-946-1411or emailfrontdesk@mckeesociety.com

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MakingSeniorsWeekspecialatAugustineHouse

Augustine Houseislooking forward to a varietyofexciting celebrationsduring Seniors Week this year.

On Wednesday, June4ththe managers will be donningtheir aprons servingadelicious pancake breakfast to allthe residents. The fullmenuincludes pancakes, sausages, baconand scrambled eggs –it’s alwaysa popular event.

On Thursday afternoon everyone willenjoy a Birthday and Welcome Tea.

It will be a specialcelebration recognizingallthe Junebirthdays, including resident Fanchea, ‘Fran’ Kordyback who will be turning100 on June9.

Kordyback isoriginallyfrom Enniskillen,Irelandand haslived at Augustine Houseformorethan

seven yearswhereshe’s made many friends. It’s alsoanopportunity to extenda warm welcome to new residentswho’ve movedin recently,adeliciousfreshfruitand cream cake will be served.

Afabulousnewadditionthis spring at Augustine Houseis the new bus.

This bus willprovidemore seatsenabling more residents to head outforlocalpicnics,drives to Stanley Park andthealways populartrek to Deep Cove forfish ‘n chips.

Residents will have the very first picnicofthe season withatrip to Deas Islandduring Seniors Week.

On Friday, residents will be spendingthemorninghelping thoseinneed asthey’ll be making sandwichesfor Food onthe

Corner,a wonderfulgroup that distributes sandwichesonthe Downtown Eastside.

There’llalso be crossword puzzles, music, triviaand Happy HouronFriday –nodoubt, everyoneislookingforward to a packed Seniors Week at Augustine House! -Submitted

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Fanchea,‘Fran’ Kordybackwillbeturning100on June 9.

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There arelotsoffun eventsandactivities beingplannedto celebrate Seniors Weekatthe Kennedy SeniorsCentre in North Delta.

Hereiswhatishappeningat Kennedy SeniorsCentre for Seniors Week

Monday, June2

Heart to Home Information Table:

10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

CraftyLadies Booth:10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

ICBC Information Table:10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

West Coast Seeds Planter Workshop: 1 to 3 p.m. Please pre-register forthis workshop.

Tuesday, June3

Guitar Hootenanny:10 a.m to 1:30 p.m.

Earsto You Information Booth:10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

NDLawn Bowling Information Table: 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Fraser Health Information Table:11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Wednesday, June4

Earsto You Mobile HearingTruck: 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Self-Management BC Info Table:

10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Pharmasave Nordel:10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Intro to Lawn Bowling: 1 to 3 p.m.

Coffee witha Cop:1 to 2:30 p.m.

Mini Line Dancing Lesson:4:30 to 4:45 p.m.

Intro to Pickleball:5:15 to 6:15 p.m.

Thursday, June5

Deltassist Info Booth:10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Earthwise Society Info Table:10:30

a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

BC Seniors Advocate BusTrip to McKee:12:45 to 3 p.m. Tickets will be available at Kennedy at 9 a.m. Monday, May5.A bus willleave Kennedy at 12:45 p.m. and return at approximately 3 p.m. Spaceislimited. Please preregister.

Friday, June6

Delta’s Senior Support Coordinator: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Card Makers Card Sale:10 a.m. to noon

Fortis BC Info Booth:10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Cafe barbecue($5): Enjoyadelicious barbecue hamburger with potato saladandadrink. There will be three seatings:11 a.m.,11:30 a.m. and12 p.m Tickets will go on sale at 9:30 a.m. Monday, June2.

Make-upand SkinCarePresentation: 1 to 2:30 p.m. Spotsarelimited;please pre-register.

Saturday, June7

IceCream Dessert Theatre:2 to 3:30 p.m. We areexcited to have a special vignette performancefromthe students atEJS Schoolof FineArts. Enoy the performanceand have anicecream sundaeafterwards! Please pre-register. Formoredetailson these events call 604-594-2717oremail: kennedy@delta. ca.

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CelebrateSouthDeltaSeniorsDayatSouthlandsTsawwassen

Seniors in South Delta will be celebrated in styleduring BC Seniors Week withafull dayoffestivities at Southlands Market Squarein Tsawwassen.

On Saturday, June7,from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., South Delta Seniors Daypromises to bring thecommunity togetherin honourofitsolderadults with entertainment, resources, and localflavour.

Hosted by BriaCommunities in partnership with Southlands Grange,thefree eventis bound to becomea yearly celebration.

“Havingthis event at SouthlandsGrange really elevatestheexperience,” says Janice Miller, Marketing ManagerforBriaCommunities “The Red Barnisa perfect locationfor seniors to wander indoorsandtalk to different

vendorsand serviceproviders. Meanwhile, the Farmer’s Marketoffersauniquelocal shoppingexperience outside.”

Withmorethan30localorganizationsand businesses, The Red Barn at Southlands will be a bustling hubof senior-focused informationandinspiration. Attendees canexpectexpert advice,interactivedisplays, giveaways andprizedraws. Adding to theflavour literally—are culinarycreations fromBria Communities’executive chefs.

Chef Dan Davidge from The Wexford will serveup complimentary samplesof house-smoked salmonon warm naan,while Chef Yapa Sanjeewa from The Waterford willofferataste oftheir signature fried chickenand waffles.

Juststeps away,the popular Southlands Tsawwassen Farmers Market will be in full swing withits signature mixoffreshproduce,artisan goodsand locally made treats Shoppers canenjoy avibrant atmospherewhere agriculture andcommunityintersect.

Local musician Ranj Singh will keepthevibe relaxedand fun withacoustic performancesthroughoutthe dayunder theBria Communities red tent. Beyondthe eventitself, attendeesareencouraged to exploreallthat the Southlands neighbourhood has to offer —froman oceanside walk at Boundary Bay,exploringthe Earthwise Gardens, to tasting thelocaltaps at Four Winds Breweryorfresh pastries at L’ Aromas Café.

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“We’re celebrating seniors, butthis eventisfor everyone,” says Miller. “If you’rea senior yourself,a caregiver,or just someonewholoves good music, goodfood,anda terrific Farmer’s Market —it’s a day you won’t want to miss.” Formoredetails,visitbriacommunities.ca/south-deltaseniors-day.

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Advocateseekssubmissions showcasingseniors

The BC Seniors Advocate isasking seniors to helpuscelebratetheir achievements,contributionsandinterestsduring B.C Seniors’ Weekfrom June1 to 7.

“We’re collecting storiesfrom seniors about theircommitments to communitiesandfamilies, wisdomoradvice on ageing, orshowcasing their special skills sowe cansharethemon our X and Facebook channels as part of our ‘Spotlight on Seniors’ campaign,” says Dan Levitt. “I’m encouragingolder people throughouttheprovince to visit our website – seniorsadvocatebc.ca –and tellustheir stories sowe cancelebratetheir achievementsandlearn fromtheirexperiences. The submissionscollected overthenextfew weeks will beposted on socialmediaduring B.C. Seniors’ Week.

“As BC Seniors Advocate, I’ve metthousandsof seniorsthroughouttheprovince,andthey

B.C. Seniors Advocate Dan Levitt.

compriseanincredibly diverse demographic. I’m continuallyamazed at the vast amountof work they do to make ourprovince a betterplacefor everyone B.C Seniors’ Weekis a chanceforus to showcase older peopleand recog-

nizetheirimportant role in our society.

“I lookforward to seeingthe submissionsand sharingtheaccomplishments,adviceand activitiesof seniorsthroughout theprovince.”

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DeltapolicehonouringDelta’sseniorvolunteers

As we celebrate Seniors Weekin Delta,it’s atime to reflectonthe immense value seniorsbring to our community—notonly throughtheir wisdomandexperience butthrough their generousactsof service.

Amongthosewhogive back,the Delta Police volunteers stand outfor theirdedication to keeping ourcity safe,connected,and caredfor.

Donatingtheirtime to programslike Speed Watch, Lock Out Auto Crime, and CommunityCrime Watchpatrols Theireffortsenhance public safetyand strengthentheconnection between policeandthe peoplethey serve.

In addition to supporting volunteer efforts, the Delta Police Departmentis always available to assist seniorsin our community.From wellness checks to outreach programsand day-to-day sup-

port,officersarecommitted to ensuring the safety,dignity,and well-beingof olderadultsacross Delta.

“Our volunteersaretheheartbeatof community policing. Theircommitmentexemplifiesthe spiritof Delta— caring, involved,andproud,” said Chief Harj Sidhu.

During Seniors Week, we notonly recognizethecontributionsofolder adults butalsothe special role senior volunteers play inshapinga safer, stronger Delta. Their serviceisa powerful reminderoftheimpact that comes fromgiving back.

To all our seniors—thank you for yourtime, yourheart, and yourunwaveringdedication. Youcontinue to inspireanduplift ourentirecommunity.

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Deltapolicepictured here outon community patrol, arethanking itssenior volunteers foralltheydoduringthis year’s Senior’s Week.

DELTA SPORTS

Recently10membersofthe South Delta Kyokushin KarateClubtravelledto Calgary totakepartintheIKOK-C 2025 Calgary Cup KarateChampionships. It wasasuccessfultournament fortheclubwithallmemberssucceedingin theirdivisionsandtakinghometop awards. Participatinginthis year’s event was PeytonBrosinski,Hailey Hanna,SimonMills, Zoey Mills, KirenMorgan, DeclanMorgan, WyattChaand WarrickCha.Also,alongto coach, as wellas officiate, were SenseiMike Sandfordand Sempai Rob Sonnenberg.

Islandersdrop road gamein Nanaimo

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The Nanaimo Timbermenexacted some revengeon Saturday beating the Delta Islanders9-3in BC Junior ‘A’ Lacrosse Leagueaction.

It wasone week earlierwhen Delta wonthe seasonopener betweenthe two teamsonthehomefloor at the Ladner Leisure Centre. Nanaimoled5-0afterthefirst period on Saturdayafternoonandnever looked back.

Islander goals were scored by Jared Maznikwhofired homea pair,while Blake Youngaddeda single. Deltaisnow1-1onthe season.

They returned to actionon Wednesday night(May 28) againstthe Lakersin Burnaby.A result wasafter pressdeadline.

Deltahoststhe Port Coquitlam Saints initsnexthome game, whichisthis Saturday, May31 at 7 p.m. at the LLC.

The Islandersalsohost Victoria Shamrocks on Monday, June2, at 6 p.m. at the LLC.

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Pioneersofftoafaststartin WestCoastSeniorLacrosse

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Thethree-time defendingPresident’s Cup championLadner Pioneersarepicking up just where they leftoff last season– winning.

ThePioneersareoff to a 2-0 startin West Coast SeniorLacrosse Associationplay with a pairof hard-fought wins.

Ladneropenedthe season witha10-8 win onthe road againstthe Coquitlam Bandits.

The Bandits led3-1 headinginto thefirst intermission, butthe Pioneers tookcontrol in the second period, outscoring Coquitlam 7-3

and hung on inthethird forthe win.

DylanLacroix had three goalsand two assists, while Coady Adamson had two goals andthree assists to pace the scoring.

GoalieAlex Buque stopped 53 of61shots to pickupthe win.

This past Saturday afternoon(May 24), Ladnerentertainedthe Victoria Shamrocks, handingthevisitorsa9-6 loss.

Ladner builtup5-1 leadafterthefirst period andled6-2afterthe second, before Victoria mounteda late charge cuttingthe score to 7-6 with4:40 to play. But Ladner scored a pairof

late goals to sealthings. Adamson scored twice with single goals credited to Spencer Bromley, Jared Molci, Mark Yingling, Brayden Bushnoe, Aiden Ellis, Justyn Gurney and Lacroix.

Buque stopped 40 of 46shotsfaced to pickup his second winin net. Ladner hasthree more home gamescoming up: tonight (Thursday) againstthe Bandits setfor an8 p.m. start at the LLC.

Nanaimocomes to town on Saturday afternoon(May 31) fora 2 p.m. game at the LLC whilethe North Shore Indianscome to town on Thursday, June5,foran 8 p.m. game at the LLC.

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• West Coastcontemporaryhome on0.5-acre blufflot with180° Nanoose Bayocean views.

•Prime Parcel:20.25-acrepropertywithtwo homes andan8,400 sq.ft. barn, locatedona quietsection of 104thnearBoundaryBay andaprivate airstrip.

•Open-conceptrancher withhigh-end finishesand unique wave-inspired ceiling.

• Lower-levelsuite plus a1,300+sq. ft.garage/shop idealfor car enthusiasts.

• 2,500+sq. ft.rooftopdeck, landscapedyard,outdoor bar, firepit,and litconcretedriveway.

• City-approvedplans fora 36x36shopwithRV-friendly access.

• DrivewayAccess: Future drivewayaccessoffHornbyDrive,suitablefor largetrucks.

•MainHome: A3,162 sq.ft. 4-bedroomrancher,built in1972,renovated in1987,witha roof replaced 12yearsago anda30-carcementdriveway.

•SecondHome: A3-bedroom rancher, idealasa future buildingsite.

•Barn: Afirst-classfacilityusedfor breedingracehorses,witha steelroof andcladding, suitableforvarious farminguseswithgoodnearbyirrigation.

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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.

Ladner

Centrallocationinthe heart ofLadnerVillage. Walkingdistancetoeverything!Oneof the largestcornerendtownhouseunitsinthe Auradevelopment.Features: 3bedrooms, 3baths,privateofficespacedownstairs 1500square ft ofliving.Bonus:doublegarage, side by side -rarelyavailable.

QUIETAREA

Great 3bedroom rancheronTsawwassen’s“StreetofDreams”. Thisbeautifulhomeisapproximately2118squarewith agood floorplan,formallivinganddiningroom,largeprimarybedroom, oversizedgarage,lotsofstorageandprivate yard. Theseranchers rarelycometomarket,sodon’tmissthisone.

ThisDevelopment Lotisjuststeps away fromthetowncenter andallamenities.Homeislocatedquietcul-de-sac.Propertyhas developmentpotentialwiththenewareaplanforTsawwassen. Homeneeds updatingbuthas agoodfloorplan.

544515B AVENUE,TSAWWASSEN

•3800Square Feet

•6Bedrooms 6Bathrooms

•2BedroomLegalSuiteandaStudiosuite

•LargePrivateLot50x150

•PartialView,QuietandCentralLocation

•Stilltimepicturesomeexteriorcolourand yardfinishing

CALL ROBIN604-868-2844

#319-1120TSATSUSHORESDRIVE,TSAWWASSEN

Thereisnothingfinerthanlivingin aresortwithno checkouttime! Thispenthouseissituatedonthelagoonsidewithexcellentnorth shoreandmountainviews!PrestigiousTsatsuoffersgym,party room,fulltimecaretaker,gas &hot water(includedinmaintenance fees),bikeroom,undergroundparking.Itisrental,pet,kids& wheelchairfriendlyandJUSTSTEPS TO THEBEACH.Excellent outdoorlivingwith a188sq.ft.deck.Amazing vaultedceiling! Totallyupdatedandlikenewcondition.

CALL ROBIN604-868-2844

HugeSouthern Exposed lotinCentralTsawwassen, over13,200 sqft.with72feetfrontageand183feetdepth. Thisisanexcellant propertythatgivesmanyoptionstodevelopwiththenew ProvincialDencity Polices.Onlyminutesfromschoolsandparks. Vaultedceilingswith 3bedrooms,livingroom,diningroom,two bathroomsandlaundryupstairs.Downstairshas 1bedroomself contained“nanny”suitewithlaundry.Also abonus27’ x22’ insulated workshopwith220power,greatforsmallbusiness.

$799,000

Build yourdreamhomeonthebestviewlotinTsawwassenwith 280degreeview.Thispropertyhasbeenengineeredand ready fora Development Permitapplication.New B.C.higherdensity policieswillallowlegalsuite &largersquare footage. Deltamay allowabasement.Locationis a10,view a12andbestpriced propertyontheMarket.

CALL ROBIN604-868-2844

Greatfamilyhomeon19,700squarefoot lotwithgoodprivacyandlotsofsun.This 4bedroomhomehasbeennicelyupdated throughoutwithbeautifulsolariumanddeck areathatoverlooksyourgorgeousproperty. Thepropertyisperfectfor acontractoror smallbusinesshavingaccesstobackyardwith parkingforeverything.Gardenersdon’tmiss thisone.GreathomeincentralTsawwassen.

Thisisallabouttheproperty!!!112’frontage and130’depthwiththenewprovincial densitypoliciesthispropertyhasmany differentoptionsandpossibilities.Callor emailtoreceive aninformationpackage.

$1,725,000

856 53ASTREET

Updated2,264sq.ft.homewith 5beds, 2baths, andanopen-conceptlayout. Thechef’s kitchen featureswhiteshakercabinets,quartz countertops, agas range,and aspaciousisland.Outside,enjoy alargedeck,gazebo,andhottubintheprivate backyard.Thedownstairsincludes a1-2bednanny suitewithseparatelaundry.Seton a17,126sq.ft. lotwith a300sq.ft. workshop,gardenshed,and RV/boat parking.A rare ﬁndwith stylishupdates, amplespace, anddevelopmentpotential,near schoolsandshops.

5533183A STREET

Welcome to ShannonHillsEstatesinCloverdale! This2,737sq.ft.homeon a1/4 acrelot features RV parking, a24x30detachedshop,covereddeck, gazebo,water feature, andfruittrees. Themainﬂoor offersspaciouslivinganddining rooms, afamily room,largekitchenwith gasrange,eatingarea, fullbath,andmud/laundry room.Upstairs,enjoy alargeprimarybedroomwithensuiteand walk-in closet,plus 4morebedroomsand abonus room. Twoentrancestothesecondﬂoor couldcreatea privatenannysuite. Easyaccess to theshopvia thesidedriveway.Upcomingupdatesincludea newhospital,KPU TechCampus expansion,and transitimprovements.

NEWLISTING

21965BStreet,BoundaryBay

$2,499,000

CustomBuilt,buildersowntimelessfamilyhomewithhighest qualitymillwork.

51322Ave,Delta

$1,799,000

Primelocation-5Bdrmupdated familyhome-moveinready.

$1,689,000 5bedroomfamilyhome,largegarden lotwalkabletoschools,elementary andhighschool,tonsofupdates.

5282SaratogaDrive,Delta

$1,399,000

Updated4bedroomfamilyhome withgardenlot.

3367Street,Delta

$1,899,000

Boundarybaywestexposed 10,000plussq.ft.lotwithcustom builthome.

476845thAveLadner

$1,399,000

Renovatedfamilyhomewithgrand openconcept,legalsuiteandsouth facingbackgarden

45ParkGroveCrescent,Delta

$1,980,000

ExecutiveFamilyhome,firsttime toMarketoffering5bedroomsand 3fullbathrooms.

$3,798,000

Panoramicoceanfrontproperty! 85FTwaterfrontage. Byappointmentonly.

5047ErinWay

$1,699,000

PebbleHillfullyrenovatedhome withstunningopengourmetkitchen andRVparkingwithplugin.

5050FentonDrive,Ladner

$1,998,000

Soughtafter&mostdesirableStreetin Ladneratastefullyrenovatedrancheron a13,091sq.ft.entertaininggardenlot.

32955thStreet,Delta

$3,098,000

Panoramicviewhome,Rebuiltwith SarahGallopExteriordesign. AbsolutelyStunning.

105-65053Avenue,Delta

$1,850,000

Lifestyle!2800sqftofGracious livingspacewithawaterfront patioinprestigiousMonterra.

31665053rdAve,Delta

$1,590,000

2BedroomRancherwithLarge privatepatiofacingthewaterfeature, fullyrenovatedprimaryen-suite.

I’mDianaDickey, atrusted localREALTOR® with over15years experience servingclientsin SouthDelta. Whetheryou’rejuststartingtoexplore or ready to make amove. I’mherewithguidanceand expertiseevery step of theway.

Ihaverecentlyhadthe pleasure of buying andsellingacondo withDiana. Shewas very professionalandhelpfulinexplainingthe process. Sheisamazinglypreparedandhad everything doneontime. Iamthankfulfor howsmoothlythe process went from startto finish.

~T.Ducharme

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 covetedcommunity! Enjoyoutstandingamenities,includinga clubhouse, gym,guestsuite, andswimming pool. Designedfor an adult-orientedlifestyle (one resident55+), with twopets welcome. Don’tmissthisopportunity—bookyour privateviewing today!

3011771KINGFISHERDRIVE

$1,175,000

SOMERSET MEWS -Ahighlysoughtaftercomplexin thecharmingWestwind neighbourhood of Steveston!Thisupdated 3-bedroom,2-levelend-unittownhome offers spacious living with room forhousesize furniture andample storagethroughout. Enjoy aprivate southwest-facingbackyard, acozygas fireplace with an elegantmantle, andanimmaculate, move-in-ready condition. Thiswell-managed,pet-friendlycommunity features lush landscaping, an outdoorpool, andeasy accesstoSteveston Village, the waterfront,and localshops. Afantastic place to call home!Easytoshow!

3076651MINORUBOULEVARD

$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 transitjuststepsaway. Thissought-aftercomplex offersfantastic amenities,includingaheatedoutdoor pool, hottub,sauna,exerciseroom, recreation room,workshop, shared laundry, ELECTRICITYand caretakerservices-adding greatVALUE! Spaciousand well-maintained, this home is in aHIGHLYDESIRABLE LOCATION with GENEROUSsquarefootage. Don’tmissthisincredibleopportunityschedule your showing today! Move-in Ready &available forquickpossession.

Sought-afterBoydParkneighborhood!This well-maintainedgem offersaspacious kitchen with amplecounter space,acozygas fireplace in thefamily room,and French doorsleading toasun-soakedsunroomwithvaultedceilings. The living room also boasts avaulted ceiling, addinganeleganttouch.Enjoy afullyfenced 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.Three good 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 KingGeorgeSkytrain.

204114055thSt.,Tsawwassen

$715,000

TsawwassenGreene –brightandspacious 1390sqftcondo! 2bedplusdenand 2bath unitwithlotsofstorage.Locatedclosetothe towncenter –walktoshops,restaurants,parks, communitycenter,etc.

202115354ASt,Tsawwassen

$649,000

HERONPLACE -bright &spacious 2bed 2bath 1154sqftcondoinQUIET &desirablelocation! Featuresincludeupdatedbathrooms,NEWcarpet& freshpaint,privatesouthdeck,undergroundparking &locker,1smallpetOK. Walktoeverything!

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Thor 778-994-8314 thor@matsonrealestate.ca

5676GreenPlace,Ladner

$1,599,000

OUTSTANDING VALUEinprimeHawthorne location!‘Move inready’2970sqft 4bedexecutive homeonprivateSOUTHlotonQUIETcul-de-sac! Idealfloorplanforfamilies &entertainerswith spaceforhomeoffice& gym& spaciousgames room!Shortwalk toschools,parks &transit.

1480ViewCres.,Tsawwassen

$1,199,000

BEACHGROVE -bright &spacious 3bed 3bathdetachedhomewithUPDATED kitchen &baths!Privatedeckup,patio& grassyareadown -greatoutdoorlivingspace! Walktoeverything!

1356CompstonCres., Tsawwassen

Kate 604-836-0462 kate@matsonrealestate.ca

$3,550,000

POINTGREY -charmingbungalowwithbasementon level5941sqftlot(51’ x116.5’)inQUIET &verydesirable location!Live inthiswellmaintainedhome,renovateor build yourdreamhome! Walktobeach,shops, Jericho TennisClub,RoyalVanYacht Club.

444716Orca Way, Tsawwassen

$965,000

SEASIDE -bright &spacious 4bed 3bath 1636sqfttownhomeindesirablecomplexwith resortstyleamenities!Builtin2022this‘like new’homeis walkingdistancetobeach,stores, golf,transit.

110170656Street,Tsawwassen

$745,000

HERONCOVE -‘move inready’ 2bed &den 2bath condowithopenplan,NEWpaint &lightingfixtures andprivatepatioforoutdoorliving &entertaining! Includessecureundergroundparking &storageTWOpetsOK! Walktoschools,parks,recreation, transit,beach,towncenter.

3061258HunterRd.,Tsawwassen

$749,000

FAIRWAYESTATES -bright &spacious 2bed &den 2bath1367sqftcondoinQUIET cul-de-saclocation!Includesunderground parking &storage, 1smallpetOK.Walk toeverything!

3856 W3rd Ave, Vancouver

Bedrooms:5•Bathrooms:4 FloorArea:3,665sq.ft.

Welcomehome! Thisluxuriouscustom-builthomeoffers 5bedroom, 3.5 baths, afunctionallayoutwith room forthewhole familyincludinga mortgagehelper.Thishomeis ashowstopper featuringaninviting &open mainfloor conceptwith arelaxingprimarysuiteandtwootherbedrooms upstairs.Belowthemainfloor youwillfind aflexiblefloorplanoffering apossiblesuiteoradditionallivingspace. Featuringsolidoakfloors,9 ft. ceilings,agourmetkitchen,custommill workthroughout, coffered ceilings, wood wainscotting,heatedtilefloors,newexteriorpaint,high efficiencyfurnace&hot waterondemand. Locatedonafully fencedand gated cornerlot completewith adetachedgarage &allintheKillarney areaclose to shops, restaurants,schools,transit, recreationandmore!

Bedrooms: 4•Bathrooms:3.5 FloorArea:1,646sq.ft.

ExperienceelevatedlivingatWILLSBROOKinthis stunning 4bed, 3.5bath townhouse featuringserenegreenbeltviews anda south-facing,partially coveredrooftopdeck(withnaturalgashookup) perfect forentertainingorunwinding. Designed forcomfortand style, enjoyair conditioningand extensive high-endupgradesinthekitchenand bathroomsandmore. Nestledin avibrant communitywith resort-style amenities:outdoorpool,hottub,ﬁtnesscentre, basketball courtand playground. Steps toschools,shopping, diningand apremiergolf course. Thishomeblendsluxury,lifestyleand family-friendlyliving inoneperfectpackage.Don’t wait!

Bedrooms: 2• Bathrooms:2 FloorArea:1,067sq.ft.

Welcomehome to NauticaSouth! Thisbrightandspacious 2 bedroom, 2bathroom CORNERsuitehasplenty to offerincluding afunctionallayoutwith agenerousliving room,largeprimary bedroom completewith cozywindowseat, walkinclosetand ensuite. Other featureshandscraped,engineeredhardwood throughout, 2tandemparking stalls, astoragelockeracrossthehall onthesameﬂoor.Hot waterandgasincludedinthemaintenance fee. Steps to walkingtrails, coffeeshops, restaurants,themarina and everythingelsethatcharming Stevestonhas to offer.

•4BEDROOMS &2BATHROOMS

•1,974SQ.FTINTERIORLIVINGSPACE

• LARGE 7,500+SQ.FTLOTSIZE

$629,900

•1 BEDROOMSUITEBELOW $1,294,900 #105 -4808LINDENDRIVE

•KIERAGARDENSBUILTIN2011

•GROUNDFLOOR 2BEDROOM 2BATHROOM

•848SQ.FTOPENCONCEPTLIVINGSPACE

•SPACIOUS WALKOUT PATIOOFFOFTHEMAIN LIVINGSPACE

• 1PARKINGLOCATEDDIRECTLYOUTSIDEOF FRONTENTRANCE

•CENTRALLOCATION,WALKINGDISTANCE TO TRANSIT ANDLADNER TOWNCENTRE

$1,699,800 -$1,888,800

KINGZCOURT-8233WILLIAMSROAD

•KINGZCOURTISA STUNNINGNEW TOWNHOUSE DEVELOPMENTNESTLEDINTHECOVETEDBROADMOOR NEIGHBORHOODOFRICHMOND

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•SPANNING OVER1,400SQ.FTOFMODERNLIVINGSPACE WITHLUXURIOUSFINISHESTHROUGHOUT

•2CARGARAGESFORALLUNITS,SIDEBYSIDEAND TANDEMOPTIONS AVAILABLE

•SEASIDECOMMUNITYBUILTBYMOSAICIN2019

•FEATURING 2BEDROOMS,3 BATHROOMSAND ADEN

•1,184SQ.FTOFOPENCONCEPTLIVINGSPACEDESIGNEDFOR MODERNLIFE

•2CAR PARKINGFEATURING TANDEMCARPORTANDSINGLECARGARAGE

•RESORTSTYLEAMENITIESINCLUDEOUTDOORPOOL,GYM,GAMESROOM ANDLOUNGE

•CONVENIENTLYLOCATEDNEARBCFERRYTERMINAL,TSAWWASSENSPRINGS GOLFCOURSE,TSAWWASSENMILLSSHOPPINGMALLANDMORE!

NewListing

810 EnglishBluffRoad

Priced at $1,868,000 THE PERFECT FAMILYHOME!IMMACULATEWITHEXCELLENTFLOOR PLAN -ROOMFOREVERYONE & EVERYTHING!!

4 BEDS |4BATHS |3,397SQ.FT. |GAMES ROOM +DEN 2ND STAIRWELLFORBUSYKIDS |SPACIOUS&SUNNY BACKYARD

NewListing

Suite401 -5055 Springs Boulevard

Priced at $1,428,000

TSAWWASSEN SPRINGS -GOLFRESORT CONDOLIVINGATITS FINEST! STUNNING&SPACIOUS3BEDROOM SUITEWITH AHUGE SUNNY SOUTHVIEWBALCONY!

3BEDS |2BATHS |1650SQ.FT. WITH OVERSIZED22.5 X12FTBALCONY CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION |GEOTHERMALHEATING&COOLING|2PARKING

ExceptionalHomeinPebbleHill.This completely renovatedhomeboasts aprivate backyard,hugesundeckand aseparate garage/workshopand RV parking.Brand newrare4bedroomlegalsuiteforextended familyormortgagehelper.Professionally donefromtoptobottom.Callmefor alist toonumeroustomentioninthiswonderful familyhome. Turnkeyand ready!

87952aStreet, Tsawwassen

Thisimpeccablydesigned4-bedroom,2-bathroom 1822sq.ft.homehasundergoneover$500,000 renovations, blendingluxurywithfunctionality.DesignedbySarah Gallop,everydetailinthishomehasbeenthoughtfully curatedforactiveliving.Anidealfamilyfunctionalliving spacewithanexpansive800+sq.ft.deckcompletewith a stonefire pitand asoccerpitchforyourfamilytoenjoy theoutdoorsinstyle.Thechef’s kitchenhasThermador stainlesssteelappliances,Caesarstonequartzcountertops, andbeautifulMillrunmaplehardwoodfloorsthatrun seamlesslythroughoutthehome!Newerwindows &a 200sq.ft.workshopwith220+/-wiring.

Priced @$1,649,900

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westfacingthebackyardnestledin aprimelocationof TsawwassenShores!Theopenconceptlivingspaceis beautifully finishedwith18ftceilings,hardwood floors, andanabundanceofwindowsforbeautifulsunsets.A 4- footheatedcrawlspaceoffersample roomtokeep yourbelongingsorganized.Locatedjust a2-minutedrive from TsawwassenSpringsGolfCourse,and Tsawwassen MillsShoppingMall.

292CentennialParkway -Tsawwassen

5| 5| 5185sqft I9,989sqftlot

$5,390,000

PoolsideCoastalRetreatontheShoresof

BoundaryBay

•Panoramicviewsofaniconic WestCoast beach,ocean &MountBaker’ssnowypeak

•Indoor-outdoorfloww/multiplepatios &decks, incl.800+sqftoceanfrontupperterrace

•Resort-stylesouthfacingingroundpoolw/ lounge room &fullbath

•Expansivelayout,multiplelivingareas,vaulted ceilings,largewindows &triplegarage

2039042 Ave. -Langley

4| 2| 1890sqft |14198sqftlot

$1,788,000

Brookswoodhugesouthfacingprivate cornerlot

•Beautifullymaintainedandupdatedfamily homewithAC

•Hottub &abovegroundpoolcreate apersonal oasis

•Multipleoutbuildingsforyour recreational vehicles &toys

$1,499,000 9413KingsleyCres. -Richmond

3| 3| 1601sqft |6,026sqftlot

Ironwoodgemwith abackyardoasis

•Gorgeousfamilyhome backingonto aserene greenbeltforultimate privacy

•Positionedon apremiumoversizedlotwithin thecommunity

•Meticulouscareandtastefulupdates reflect trueprideofownership

2+ den |1|1164sqft 9178sqftlot |$1,499,000

Primebuildinglot,quietlocation, closetotown

•Large flat lotw/70.57ftfrontage

•Sunnyeastern-exposed rearyard

•Excellentfuturedevelopmentopportunity

4| 2| 2105sqft |6732sqftlot

$1,359,000

LovelyLadnerhomewith amortgagehelper

•Well-maintainedwithpastupdates &roomto personalize

•Modern &spacious 1bedroomsuiteon lowerlevel

•Cornerlotwithgreatpotentialfor acoach home/gardensuite

104-164256 St. -Tsawwassen

2+ den |2|1181sqft

$689,000

Quietsideof acharmingbuildingw/ 12 residences

•Welldesignedlayoutw/9-ftceilings,flexspace &largeprimarysuite

•Gasfireplaceandstove(gasinc.instrata fees)

•1 parking,storage,petswelcome!

2| 3|

$769,000

Bright &SpaciousEnd-UnitinAerie Walk

•Open-conceptlayoutw/gourmetkitchenand gasrange

•Accessto aprivatefencedyardviastairsfrom thebackdeck

•Walkto TsawwassenMills,beaches,& oceansidetrails

$569,000 208-559914B

2| 2| 909sqft

Wellmaintainedcondow/modernopen floorplan

•Upgradedwideplankhardwood floors

•Spaciouskitchen,largeislandw/seatingfor four,s/sappliances,granitecountertops

•1parking,storage,petswelcome!

Grasshasbeendigitally altered.

Bereadyto FALLINLOVEwiththiselegant2657sq.ft.4-bedroomfamilyhomeperfectlysituatedononeofthemostdesirablestreetsinupper Tsawwassen!Thismovein readyhomehas beenmeticulouslymaintainedandcompletelyupdatedthroughout: roof,windows,kitchen,bathrooms,flooring &more.Featuresonthemainincludewelcomingliving &dining rooms, beautifulkitchen &adjoiningfamily,powder room,laundry,andden.Thereare 4spaciousbedroomsupstairswithnewercarpets &2updatedbaths. ThisisthePERFECTentertainmenthomewithanestatelikeprivategarden(withirrigation)forcreatinglifetimememorieswithfamily &friends. Arareopportunitytoacquirea 13735sq.ft.lotwithsomuchpotential:toappreciate,build,divideoraddadditionallivingspaceonproperty.Calltoday!

604-512-7531 www.caitlinduffus.com

,4 58,000

Live theWestCoast lifestyle at Woodward Landing! This bright 3bed,3 bathtownhome features amain-level primary, cook’s kitchen,2 fireplaces, andprivate patio. Stepstogolf, marina, trails.Upstairs: 2large beds +office.Pet-friendly, 2-car garage,move-in readyina primelocation!

3bedrooms |3 bathrooms| 2442 sq ft

$725,000

Ground floor livingatTsawwassenSprings!Bright 1bed +den with asunny,private patioand green space—greatfor pets or entertaining.Features gourmetkitchen,gas fireplace, in-suite storage, laundry, and2 parkingstalls.Stepstogolf, dining, fitness,shops, trails,and BC Ferries.

1bed

Well-maintained 3bed,2 bath rancheronan 11,087 sq ft lotwith1,887 sq ft of livingspace. Features abright kitchen, spacious family room andlivingroom,gas fireplace, 4-piece ensuite, laundry, storage, anddetached workshop.Walkto parks,schools,shops, andmore—just minutes to BC Ferriesand YVR.

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InLovingMemoryof DouglasJohnGibson (Hoot)

June10,1927 -May31,2024

It’s been ayearalready

Since wesawyou last Eachdayhasbeen achallenge With memories of the past

Youwalkwith us in silence

We’ll neverbe apart

We’ll alwaysfeelyourpresence Forever in ourhearts

WithEndlessLove, GooseyandtheKids

Each ofus shouldbesolucky to have afriend whoselaugh cannothelpbutbringasmile.Marcey wasjustsuch afriend. Shehad asong in her voice and alight in her smile thatdrew peopletoher,with many of whom shemadepowerfulbonds.Marcey grew up in sunnyTsawwassenand, in turn,raised her ownfamilythere. Along with heradoring husband, Raymond, shespent countless days supportingher children, Euanand Kathleen,as they honed theirsoccerskillsin thepouringWestCoast rain. Butitwas Marcey's characterand integritythat were her most powerful influencesonher children. So, too, washerboundlessabilitytoappreciate every dayasa gift (seasoned with adaredevilspirit). Lastyear,sheand Raymond found anew home near thebeachatBoundaryBay.There,Marcey wouldbeabletoindulge inher favouritepastimes: enjoyingmusic and afireonthebeachwithaglass ortwo of wineand watching thesun set. Sadlyand unfairly, shewas fatedtoendurea15-year illness thatbrought timesofterriblepainand,ultimately,her untimelydeath. Throughout it all, however, she exemplifiedbravery:shenevershed atear in her agony, and sheseldom revealed thereal fear she felt.And even in her lastdays, shenever failedto smile,and blow kisses, andholdher family and friends close. Nowshe canrest, and join her many dogs thathave gonebeforeand whomissher taking themdown to thebeach. Each ofus woulddowellto followher example: take some musicand abottleof Road 13 to theocean, watchthe sunset,and smile. For, to paraphraseDavid Harkins, we canshed tears that Marcey is gone,orwecan smile becauseshe has lived.

Herfuneral willbecelebratedonJune6, at 10amat SacredHeartparishchurch, 3900 Arthur Drive.Inlieuofflowers,youare invitedtodonatetotheIreneThomas Hospice.

It is with aheavy heartweannouncethepassingof RonPhillipsonMay 18,2025, justshyofhis 91st birthday. RonwasborninVancouveron July 7, 1934, wherehelived formostofhis youth. Aftermarrying theloveofhislife, Dolly, thefamilymoved to South Delta, wheretheyraisedtheirfivechildren. After retirement,theymoved to Blacktusk, then Squamish, beforeeventually settlingbackinLadner.

Ronspent numerous yearsworkingas amilkmanfor Palm Dairiesand Dairyland.Laterheadvanced into salesand retiredfromDairyland in 1995.

Ronlovedallsports!Heplayedsoccerand lacrosse in hisyouth, andtookup curlinginretirement,but it waslacrosse he excelledat! He played forthe PNE Indians when they wonthe MintoCup in 1954and wasthehead coachfor theRichmond Roadrunners when theywon theMinto Cup, theCanadian National Jr.A championship, in 1971.Itwasan honour forRon to attend this team’s induction into theBCSports Hall of Famein2023. Hispassion for lacrosse has left alegacyofinspiration to many lacrosse players, bothinthe family and the community.

Ronissurvivedbyhisloving wife of71 years, Dolly; hischildrenTeresa, Mike (Wendy), Susan,and Darcy(Pauline); eleven grandchildren;as well as eight great-grandchildren. Ronispredeceased by his daughter Julie,andhisbrothersEd, Jack andLarry.

ACelebrationofLifewillbeheldat HarrisBarn,4140Arthur Drivein Ladner,onJune 13,2025,at2pm.

As youshare thestories and the memories of howthey livedtheir lives andhow verymuch they meant,mayyou

With heavy hearts we sharethenews thatLorne passedawayonMay 10,2025,at theageof88.

Born on January5,1937,in Vancouver General Hospital,theonlychild of JohnandLillianPurchas.

Lorne graduated from Lord Byng SecondarySchool in 1954. He attended theChemical Engineeringprogram at UBC, graduatingasPresidentof theclass of 1959. He wentbacktoschool laterinlife, graduatingfrom the Computer SystemsTechnologyprogramatBCIT in 1985. For2 yearsafter graduating,heworkedasa teacher's assistantat BCIT.Lorne finishedhiscareer asa SystemsAnalystatICBCfrom1988-2001when he retired.

LorneandhiswifeJoanenjoyed travelling. They made many tripstoReno,Las Vegasand Palm Springs,along with severalcruises.

Acurlinglegend,he wasa memberof theTunnel TownCurlingClub for50years. He enjoyedgolfand wasa memberof theBeachGrove Golf Club forover 50 years.

Atriviaking, self-taughtpianoplayer,loverof the oldiesandawalkingencyclopedia.88 yearsofpure greatness!

Thehighlightofhisweekwas coffee withthe “Muggers”.

Lorne is survived by hishighschoolsweetheartJoan; daughtersCheryl (Olaf),Patti (Danny) and Michal; grandchildrenTrevor(Kristen),Taryn,Kassidyand Payden; great PoppytoJace, Jackson, Jordyn,Riley &Carter.

Thefamilywouldliketothank Dr.S Noble, Dr.Ebtia, Dr. Constantineand themanyhealth care workersfor theircareand compassion.

"You wereready...ourhearts were not"

Rest in Peace

As perLorne'swishes,a privatefamilygatheringwill beheld to celebratehislife.

It is with love and sadnessthat we announcethe passingof Raymond (Ray)Leo DeCaireattheage of97years.

RaywasborninRainy River, Ontarioand movedto Vancouver60 yearsago.Hemethislovelywife57 yearsagoand they soon movedtoLadner where they raised 3children.

Raywas alongstandingandheavily involved memberof theSacredHeartParishand Knightsof Columbus.Raysloveofmusic wasapparentandhis singing voice, whether in aquiet roomor acrowded gathering, rangout with ajoy that couldsilencea room.Hedidn’twaitfor astageor aspotlight -he believedmusic wasmeant to be shared,andhe gaveitfreely, fearlessly, and from theheart.

Rayissurvivedbyhis wife of55 years, hischildren Marlon (Sonja)and Anne-Marie(Lee),his sisters Arleneand Chris(Brian),7 grandchildren and3 great grandchildren. He waspreceded in deathby his sonLarry andbrother inlawPeter.

A memorial servicewill beheldonFriday, May30th at 11:00atSacred HeartParishinDelta,BC, witha receptiontofollow.

Acelebrationoflifefor Phil'sFamilyand friends is beingheldonJune8,2025, from 1to5pmat TsawwassenSprings Banquet Roomnext to Pat Quinn’sStoriesand BadJokesareencouraged.

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TedwasborninNykerkinthe Netherlandsand went hometobewithhis Lordand Saviorat Evergreen Care Home in WhiteRock, B.C. surrounded by family athis bedside.

Ted, whowas 3months shy of 100years oldis predeceased by hiswifeEffie of61 years, his parentsandhis10siblingsand theirspouses.Heis survivedand lovinglyremembered by histwo daughtersand theirspouses,Joanand Harryand Lindaand Clarence; grandchildrenNicole(Santos), Greg (Julie-Ann),Melissa,Jeremy(Gabi), Sheldon (Risa)and Jessie; great-grandchildrenAlyssa, Mikaela, Siena, Aksel, Kiarra and Madison; sister-inlawJoanand many niecesandnephews in Canada and theNetherlands.Helovedhisfamilyverymuch and wouldtellthem so everytimehesaw them!His smile and sarcasticsenseofhumor will be missed!

Tedimmigrated to Ladner in 1948, followinghis fiancéeandher family.Hewasput to work immediatelyduringthe Fraser Floodof 1948 filling sandbags.Healso workedon farms, rice mill and laterstarted workingfor McGavins Toastmaster (Westons)Bakeryasstockman/receiver forabout35 years. He lovedgardeningandalways took great prideinmaintaining hisflowerand vegetable garden athishomeonGrove Ave. Even twoweeksbefore hispassinghe wasstill pickingweedsathiscare home. He also servedon theboardatDelta ChristianSchooland wasa faithfuland founding memberofLadner ChristianReformedChurch.

We aresograteful forthe loving care dad received from thenursesand care-giversatP2(Wisteria Community)atEvergreen over thelastyearanda half. He wouldtellusmanytimes “Youdon’t have to worryabout me.Theyare takinggood care of me.I have nothing to complain about!Ihavefriendshere!”

Also thank youtoDr. Derkachand to Gurjit whokept himactive! AspecialThank YoutoDr. Longand Dr. Sahotafor thecaregiven to dad over theyearshe wasinLadner!

ACelebrationofLifewill beheldat2 pmatLadner ChristianReformedChurch,4594 –54A Street, Ladneron Monday, June23,2025 with areception following.Donations in Ted’smemorycanbegivento Delta Hospital Foundation.

WeLoveYouandwilldearlymissyou Dad,Grandpa,Opa, Papa!

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