Appealisbeingmade to protect treaty rightssays TFN
IAN JACQUES ijacques@delta-optimist.com
Just days aftertheCityof Richmond launchedan appeal, the Tsawwassen First Nation hasfollowed suitfilinganotice of appeal to the BC Court of Appeal, challengingthe Aug. 7 Supreme Courtdecisionthat granted the CowichanTribes Aboriginaltitle to landon Lulu Islandandfishing rightsinthe southarmoftheFraser River.
In anews release, theTFN says thisarea lies within Tsawwassen’straditional territory anddirectlyimpacts rights recognized inTFN’s 2009Treaty,mostimportantly, the right to fishinthe Lower Fraser.
TheTFN says thecourtdecision hasalready seen some negativeimpacts.
The Departmentof Fisheries and Oceansallowed Cowichan Tribes to fishduringtheheight ofthe sockeye run, withwhat seems to be very littleforethought about best manage-
mentofthe salmonfishery. At atimewhen salmon stocks remainfragile, thisundermines decadesof work to manage the fisheryfairly and sustainably For Tsawwassenmembers, whoseTreaty fishing rightsare already lessthanfully realized, theconsequencescould be devastating.
“Tsawwassen First Nation cannot stand by while our Treaty rightsareundermined,” said ChiefLaura Cassidy. “Weare appealing thisdecisionasa nationactingfirmly, responsibly,and withdetermination to protect ourTreaty and ourfuture. These lands and waters have been part of Tsawwassen’straditional territory sincetimeimmemorial, andthey must continue to sustain our peoplefor generations to come.”
TFNisalso working closely withthe Musqueam Indian Band,continuingthe longstandingtradition ofshared stewardshipinthelower Fraser region. Thiscollabora-
tion reflectsthedeep cultural, environmental,and economic connections both Nations have to the landand waters and underscoresashared commitment to protecting these resourcesforfuture generations.
“Theseareshared waters, and our Nations have worked side by sidefor generations to protectthem,” said Chief Wayne Sparrow. “The pathforward is through respectfuldialogue between First Nations; we willfight to protect our title and our rights.”
WhileTFN respectsthe work ofthe judiciary,the Nation cannotaccept outcomes that diminishitsTreaty or relegate its people to bystandersin their own territory.TFNexpects Canada andBritish Columbia, asTreaty partners, to live up to theirobligations.
“Tsawwassen willalways standupforthe rightsof our people,” added Cassidy.“We arecommitted to leading with strength,protecting ourTreaty, andensuringafuturewhere ourmembers are treated as fulland equal partnersindecisionsthat affect our lands, waters,and way oflife.”
On Monday night, Jackson sawher winning ticket selected asthis year’s PNEPrize Home Lottery winner.
Jackson,who wasone of539,350 people to purchase a ticketintheannuallottery, was contacted by PNE president andCEO ShelleyFrostduringtheliveprize draw on Global BC’s 6 p.m. newscast.
Jackson saidshe has been buyingaticketforthe PNE Prize Homeforthe past 20 years.
“The PNEPrize Homeisa cherishedtraditionand presentingthe keys to itsnew owner remains oneof the most meaningfulmoments ofthe yearfor our organization,” saidFrostinanews release. “Weare thrilled to congratulateTracy,theproudnew ownerofthis stunning homeinLangley.”
Arrangementsare being made to providea tourofthe homeandpresentthe keysto Jackson laterthis week.
The2025 PNEPrize Home, built by Miracon Development, showcasesexquisitearchitecturalcraftsmanshipandartisanalinteriordesign.
Valued at over2.5milliondollars,thehome isfully
Delta’s
ofthegrandprize forthe PNE PrizeHome Lottery.
furnished by Yaletown Interiors, energy efficient withthe supportof BC Hydro, withsmart technology supplied by Samsung, a Husqvarna yard care package, and an EV chargerinthe two-car garage.
The home is a3,292 sq.ft.three-storey residence,featuring three bedrooms,3.5 bathrooms,alibrary,awhiskeytasting room,andalegal two-bedroom basement suite.
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MetroVancouvertryingtoreducefiredangeratBurnsBog
SANDOR GYARMATI sgyarmati@delta-optimist.com
Apine seedling removal program at the Burns Bog Ecological Conservancy Area isamong over40 Metro Vancouver restorationprojects that areplanned acrossthe regional parks system.
“This work improves the healthof regional parks ecosystemscontributing to improved regional resilienceandprovides opportunitiesfor residents to engage inenvironmental stewardship,deepeningtheir connection with nature,” the report notes.
Aftera2016firethat burned approximately40hectaresof theconservancyarea, surveys indicated that thearea wason track to develop yetanother
dense standofpinetrees, according to the regionaldistrict.
“Inthe early stagesofgrowth thesenew seedlingsare easier
to remove by hand to prevent thedensepine stand from reestablishing, therebycontributing to conditionsthat may supportahealthy raised bog
community,”the report adds.
According to the City of Delta, “Dense forestsare detrimental to Burns Bog becausetrees captureanduse more waterthan typical bog plants. To addressthis, Metro Vancouveris working to remove tree seedlingsinhighpriority areas beforethey canestablishinto a mature forest. This, along withditch blocking, will encouragethe restoration of bogplantcommunitiesindisturbed areas.”
This year will be the fourth yearof clearing and willinclude work withcontractors in cooperation with Deltaasa part of theirinterfacefire management planas wellas with volunteers working with regional parks staff,the Metro report notes.
In 2024, 32 restorationprojectsin17 regional parks were completed by staff,contractors, and volunteers. They collectively removed19,099 kg of invasive speciesandadded11,745 native plants to regional parks.
METRO VANCOUVER REPORT
DeltaandMetro Vancouverhave been experimentingwithtreeseedling removal.In the areas burned by largefires in2005and2016, extensive treeseedling establishmenthas takenplace.
naturereserveboardwalk
Construction of the replacementboardwalk will follow hazard tree work
SANDOR GYARMATI sgyarmati@delta-optimist.com
The popular boardwalk at the Delta Nature Reserve adjacent to Burns Bogisduefor replacement.
That’s according to a Metro Vancouver report to the Regional Parks Committeeon the statusof thecommittee’s2025 work plan, outlining variousinitiativesincludinganupcoming replacement of the 2.3 km boardwalk.
Built by volunteersinthe1990s, itis at the endofitsoperational life,according to the report.
Startingthisfall,thefirst phase oftheprojectis to address hazard tree mitigationsand wildfirefuel management to ensure thearea is safeforupcomingconstruction andfuture publicuse.
The nature reserveisa dynamic
ecosystemwhere changing hydrologyand storm events have caused sometreesmortalitynearthe existing boardwalk,the report explains,addingthat active management to mitigatefuture risks to the public, park infrastructure and ecosystemsis required. About 350deadand dyingtrees have beenidentifiedfor removaland a further150trees will be reduced in height.
“Constructionofthe replacement boardwalk willfollowthis essential hazardtree work and willextendthrough2026-2027. The replacement boardwalk will improveaccessibility,andprovide seatingnodes. Staffare working closely withCityof Delta staffon thisproject. Metro Vancouver isengaging First Nationsand willcontinue to provide regular
updates to park usersastheprojectproceeds,”the report notes.
Five years ago, theprovince, federal governmentandcity announcedtheopening to the publicof approximately170metres ofa west sectionofthe outer boardwalkloop,which was rebuilt and raised tominimize risk of flooding.
It wasa realignmentofthe boardwalk to make spaceforanew vehicle ramp connection between Highway91andthe Nordel Way Interchange, part ofthe Highway 91/17 Upgrade Project.
Also at the nature reserve, Metro Vancouver, BNSF Railway and thecity last summercoordinated the removaland closureof two unsanctionedtrailsand structures due tosignificant public safety risks.
Amanconvicted in late 2024and sentencedinAprilfortheseconddegree murderof aDelta manisnow outofprisonafterfilinganapplication toappealthe sentenceandconviction.
Adrianus Johannes Rosbergenwas convictedinajurytrial Dec. 10,2024, ofthe second-degree murderofAllen William Skedden,52,of Delta.
After beingreportedmissing fornine days, Skeddenwas founddeceased March2,2017nearthe22000-block of FraserwoodWay,inRichmond, west of theAlexFraserBridge.
On April16, Rosbergenwas sentencedtolifeinprison, with parole ineligibilityof12years.
However, sixdayslater,onApril22,
Rosbergenfiledanappealofboththe convictionand sentence,thatis, the paroleineligibilityperiod, said the B.C. Prosecution Service.
Thenon Aug. 22, he wasreleased onbail, pending the appeal,with the releaseorderintheamountof$20,000 withone namedsurety.
Skedden’sbrotherKellyCleland, sat through the 12-day jury trial inVancouverSupreme Courtin December.
“Hegotconvicted and Iwas happy until Aprilandthenhe gotsentenced and Iwas ecstatic …andthen Ihad twoweeks beforeIgotcontacted by the attorneygeneral to saythathewas doingallthis bail application and stuff.”
Cleland said he wantsthecommunitytoknowaboutthe case.
“I mean,the guy’sbeenconvicted and sentencedandnowhas been released butnobodyinthe public knows,” said Cleland.
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OPINION
Trump’sreturnspursB.C.torethinkALR
MARIOCANSECO Contributing Writer
April marked the52nd anniversary ofthe adoptionoftheLand Commission Act, whichcreated British Columbia’sAgricultural Land Reserve.
Thelegislation,which cameinto being undera BC New Democratic Party government, established a provincialdesignation that protected approximately4.6million hectaresof agriculturally suitable landacross theprovince.
TheALRlegislation wasimmediately and decidedlycontroversial.
Opposition SocialCredit politicianscriticized its scopeand reach. Formost ofthefivedecades since, governmentsofacentre-right bent (whether SocialCreditor BC Liberal) sought and sometimesimplemented changesthat had been championed by NDP administrations.
Theprovince has been governed by the New Democrats since2017. During this time, discussions abouttheALRcentred primarily ontheconstructionof mansions in landthat should have beenused for agricultureproduction. Theissue was stillcontentious, but not somethingthat captured much attention from policy makers.
That was beforethe startof2025. Fewer than sixmonths have passed sincethe secondpresidencyof DonaldTrump inthe United States began. The reactionfrom Canadians to efforts—realor perceived—
related to establishinganew wayofdoing business has been positive. We have seen a steady proportionofconsumerswhoare looking at labels more closely and trying their best to purchase produce that is not American.
When we askedBritish Columbiansifit is time to maximizethefood productionuseof ALR land,including landof poor soil qualitythat is currentlynotfarmable,unfarmed, orused for agricultural purposes,73 percent believe theprovincial governmentshould “definitely”or “probably”takethiscourse ofaction.
In legislative terms past, there hasoften beenadisconnectonthefutureof the ALRfromthe two main politicalforcesin theprovince. In 2025, thisisnot the case Supportforthisnew way ofenhancingfood productionis backed by sizeable proportionsofBritish Columbianswho votedfor the Conservative Partyof BC (74 percent), the governingNDP(76 percent)andthe BC Green Party(79 percent).
Thenotionof maximizing thefood productionuseofALR landis popularacross all regions,including Northern B.C. (83 percent), Metro Vancouver(74 percent), Vancouver Island(71 percent),theFraser Valley(70 percent)and Southern B.C. (67 percent).
A change ofthis magnitudecomes with challenges. Some believe that allowing food processing facilitiesonALR landcould increase local value-addedfood production anddiversifyfarmer incomes,whileothers
areconcerned abouttheeffectofallowing too much manufacturingactivity.
After pondering each of thesearguments, sevenin10British Columbians support allowing food processing facilitiesonALR land. Once again, sizeable majoritiesof voterswho cast ballotsfor New Democrats(73 percent), Conservatives(also73 percent) andGreens(72 percent)arein agreement.
Asidefromany benefitsthat an increase inlocalfood production maybring to the provincial economy,the situationinthe United States is clearly in themindsof British Columbians. Thereisalwaysthethreat of a presidential socialmedia post resultingin tariffs,ora policy change that wouldwreak havocforAmericanproducersandexportersofthefruitsand vegetablesthat British Columbiansconsume.
In our survey,almostfourin five British Columbians(78 percent)feelthat ourfood security is threatened,andthat theprovince shouldtakeimmediate steps to increase the amountoffood grown, processedand packaged on theALR.
Forthe past fewdecades,efforts to modifytheALR have rarely united British Columbians. There wasnoconsensus,and the changesthat were envisaged by governing parties were summarily rejected by the opposition. Thistimearound, with Trumpin the White House, the positive perceptionsof British Columbiansonatransformation of theALR spanacross partylines.
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My husbandand I tookaholiday inthe southern Okanagan recently. Weheadedhomeona day that the Coquihalla Highway was closed,andtheforests were burningaroundus.
En route, we stopped at KlippersOrganicsin Cawston, the jewelofthe Similkameen Valley.
AfriendlyAlbertan woman struck upaconversation with
me.
Shecommentedon how friendly everyone was sinceshe andher husband hadarrived from Calgary, “But”, she said, “It tookus10hours to gethere, andthe roads were treacherous.”
Shegrabbed my armfor emphasisand came close, “I hope youdon’tmindme saying butthehighways in B.C. are horrible,there were so many trucks, dangerous roadsand baddrivers.”
“We’ve never seenanything likeit,” sheshrieked. “You must tell your politicians to do something.”
If youask my family,they
willconfirmthat I attractcrazy peoplein publicplaces, butthis time I’mnot so sure she was crazy.
As we headed southon Highway3,I took stockofwhat layaheadon our ridehome.
We drove over potholes, improperly graded roads, rough pavement, constructionthat heldusupfor90minutesinthe heat andsmoke, anda severely congested highway from Hope to Surrey.
We witnessed speeders, tailgaters, sketchy lane changers, and textinganddriving.
This year government will spend$195millionon our B.C. highways butthat’s concen-
trated inthenorthwest part of theprovince to supportmining development.
Whydoes governmentcontinue to drag itsheelswhenit comes to investingin ourinfrastructure? When we do decide to buildittake years, ifnot decades to completeprojects Hellonew Massey Tunnel?
It’s a toxiccombinationof inadequate highways and bad drivingthat we see majoraccidents everyday on our roads, yet stillnot many improvements.
I’m willing to pay an extratax to see ourtransportationcorridorsmoreefficientand safer, becausefranklyIdon’t see another solution.
INGRIDABBOTT
Nofarms,nofood
Editor:
Variousmedia outlets, includingthe Optimist, recently reported at leastfive casesof multipurpose eventcentres beingconstructed on theAgriculturalLand Reserve, withanother15 underinvestigation.
Only aboutoneof British Columbia’sarea is suitableforfarming.
In Metro Vancouver, wearehemmedin by themountains,the sea andthe border, with much of our best farmlandalready paved over. Itisimperativethat we notonlyprotectthe remainingfarmland, but enhance our total output offood production, par-
ticularly outsideofthe naturalgrowing season.
The COVID-19 pandemictaughtus about howquickly our supply chains can beshutdown largelyfrom California and Mexico. Have we not learnedthelessonthat farmlandshould be for farming, notformega mansions,notfora back doorwayfor people to buildtheirdreamhouse or turntheminto all kindsofgimmicky selfserving eventcentres?
In these currenttariff ladentimes withthe US, where supplyis available but many ifnotmost Canadians would rather buylocally sourced food, itis paramountthat we
notonlydefendtheALR butexpandits output.
Sixenforcementofficers patroltheentireprovince,afarmlandarea of 4.6millionhectares. This is clearlynotenoughas enforcementplays catchment to infringement, structuresare largely built beforethey are caught.
Municipalitiesshould be thefirst defence against abuse within their own jurisdictionsandshould be in communication with the AgriculturalLand Commission.
Whenallthefarmland is paved over by petty petprojects,how will we thenfeed ourselves?
Johann Baart
Thefutureof South Deltabelongs tothosewho livehere
Editor:
Thank you forprinting opposingviewsondevelopment.
Surely there must be developmentthat doesn’t lead to a Number Three Roadoran Olympic Village, ora Cambieand Marine. Thesedevelopments lack all respectfor theminds, bodiesand spiritsofthosewholive there. They servedevelop-
ersanddevelopersalone. Neighbourhoods with spinesdevelopaccording to avision,avision worth fightingfor. See Dunbar and CommercialDrive.
Yes, South Delta wants growthandfamiliesand schools but willnotgive upitsessential rural andsmall-town nature.
Remember, notone potato would be growingon the Spetifore land today
were itnotfor the voices of Deltawhich spokein unison aboutpreserving prime agriculture land. Many developers would eliminatetheALR, butit stands to this day.
Thefutureof South Delta belongs to those wholivehereandnot to thedeveloperswhooften don’t care oneiotafor wheretheyare.
Drew Meikle
Cityof Delta–whereisthe quality control?
Editor:
The remainingcivilconstructionon 56th St.istakingits toleonthe residents’nervesnot to mentionthe residentslivingnext to 56th St.
My concernisthequalityofthe road itself. It isnowadisaster to travelon, rattles your soul. I’mhopefulthat the
road will be re-paved.Ifnot, we have a problem.
Asataxpayer I’m notimpressed. Exceptingthe lowest bid to save money…you getwhat you pay for.
Proposal: To introducenew MixedUse Apartment 6(MU6) andMixed Use Apartment6Rental(MU6R)zonesto“DeltaZoningBylawNo.7600,2017” formixeduseresidentialbuildingsinareasdesignatedNeighbourhood Centresand Corridors(NC), UrbanCentre(UC),orScott Road Corridor (SRC)under“DeltaOfficialCommunityPlanBylawNo.8400,2024”.The MU6andMU6Rzoneswouldregulateuses,setbacksandheightformixed useresidentialbuildingsuptosix-storeys.
StaffContact: JeremyKeating–Planner,604-946-3201
FORMOREINFORMATIONREGARDINGTHEPROPOSAL
Materialsrelatedtotheproposalsuchastheproposedbylaw,detailedmapsandotherinformation maybeinspectedatDeltaCityHall,4500ClarenceTaylorCrescent,Delta,BC, MondaytoFriday, excludingstatutory holidays from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. from Thursday,September 4,2025 to Monday,September15,2025.
Ifyouhaveageneralinquiryregardingtheproposalorifyouwouldlikeassistancetoinspectany relevantdocumentation,pleasecontact theDevelopment Department by emailat development@delta.caorbyphoneat604-946-3380.
Thefamilyatthecentreofitallisasendearingasthe culinaryexperience, ahusand-wifeduo,Sukhvirand SatbirBansal(Mama),tothe regulars,broughttheir traditionalfamily recipesfromtheirhomelandand cookedforthecommunityfor20-plusyears. With Sukhvirentering retirement,hehunguphisapron and passedthe reinstotheirson,Harpo,CEOand responsibleforfront ofhouse,whileSatbircontinued tocookandnowoverseesthekitchen.
“Ilearnedtocookfrommydad,”saysHarpo.“Mysister and IbothusedtoworkherewhenitwasConnaught Place —Iwasingradeeightandhelpedoutonthe weekends. Itriedcookingoutofboredomand really enjoyedit.”
Asalong-time resident of TsawwassenI was thrilled to hearthat Delta councilisconsidering aproposal to addfour additional permanent pickleballcourtsand lights at Dennison Park in Tsawwassen.
Asthe current presidentofthe Delta PickleballAssociation (DPA),I supportthe wellbeingof Delta’s residents andthemembers of the DPA by ensuring that opportunities to play pickleball were made moreaccessible.I have beenfortunate to have spoken to many people whoalmostuniversallytalk abouthow this
Thereis clearly a strong business case for new courts at Dennison Park.
With Tsawwassen havingthehighest percentageofpickleballplayers in Delta,thefour permanent courts currently at Dennisonare regularly inundated.
Thecongestion at thesecourts,whichonly getsgreaterduringthe winter,isdifficultfor regularplayers but can be especiallyintimidatingfor someofthe public includingfamilies.
At DPA we go outof our way to help families andthe publicthat come
to ourcourts to getplayingandfunctionalplayingpickleball.
Delta Parksand Recreation’scoremission is to “promotehealthy lifestylesandcommunity well-beingthrough programsandfacilities,aiming to enhance community services by collaborating withother organizations.”
We believe and support the samethings. Supportofthis specific motion would be well inline with this mission andanexcellentinvestmentinthephysical, mentaland socialhealth and well beingof Delta residents.
Landon Kitagawa
Addingpickleball courts important forfuturegrowth
Editor:
I have been a Tsawwassen resident since1967.Iaman 86-year-oldactive senior who overthe years have used virtual ever activity venueinthe Tsawwassen/Ladner area.I have seen many additionsandimprovement inthese recreationalfacilities overthe years. Past andpresent councils have listened to voters requestingthese improvements.
I have transitioned from50 yearsof tennis
to 10 yearsofpickleball. Pickleballgivesme a daily purpose, supportingfriends,a safeand healthyenvironmentand isaffordable.
Pickleballis very addictiveand easy to learnin a fewhoursofcourttime. Lessonsare available at variouslocations.
I startedplayingin South Surrey before Delta wasupand running withtheirprogram.
Sincethen, Delta added someofthe best courtsinthe Lower Mainland. Tsawwassen
hasthemostactiveplayersandtheleast number ofcourts.
I wasexcited to hear that thecityisconsidering rectifyingthisimbalance by addingfour newdedicated courts to Dennison Park. Thislocationisideal sinceit has heated washrooms, parking, andeffective landscaped noise barriers. Please considerthese proposed courtsan importantaddition to an already growing activity and vote forthefuture.
Don Rossander
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Manarrestedaftertheftofa boomliftinTsawwassen
IAN JACQUES ijacques@delta-optimist.com
A male has beenarrested following a break-and-enter at aconstruction site inthe Southlands,whereaheavy boom lift was stolen late Sunday evening.
According to Delta police,on Sept 7 at 11:57 p.m.,officers were called after reportsofa boomlift beingdriven erraticallyonthe streetsof Tsawwassen.
The vehicle caused property damage and struck street signsasit was recklessly driven throughthecommunity.
During theincident, it was reported that the suspect approached local residents to askfordirections to the nearest liquor store before abandoning the boomliftandfleeingonfootinto a nearby cornfield.
Withtheassistanceofthe LMD Police Dog Serviceanda drone team, officers were able to safely track and arresttheindividual withoutinjury to the public.
ASunday night joyrideended fora manin Tsawwassenafter Deltapolice apprehendedthe suspectwhostolea boomliftfroma constructionsitein the Southlands.
He wasarrested forbreakandenter, theft over$5,000,andmischiefand released on anundertaking to appear incourtonafuture date.DPDofficers were also able to safely returnthe boom lift to theconstruction site.
“Thanks to the quick thinkingof community memberswho calledthis in,andthe swift responseof ourfrontlineofficers, this dangerous situation wasbrought to a safeconclusion,” said media relationsofficerS/Sgt. Mike Whiteley.
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Bikepark to be relocatedinEastLadner
SANDOR GYARMATI sgyarmati@delta-optimist.com
TheCityof Delta haswrappedup publicconsultationandisnow reviewingfeedback ona pairofproposed conceptsfora relocatedbike park in East Ladner.
Thecityplans to relocate theLadner Bike Park at Holly Park to Kensington Park North.
Kensington had beenidentifiedasthe newlocationforthebike pump track, offeringa spacethat canmeet or exceed the size and qualityoftheexistingtrack, according to thecity.
Themove is to notonly replicatethe bike park’s current footprint butalso providefor potentialfutureexpansion.
A landexchange that was part of an adjoining townhousedevelopment resulted inamodified Holly Park boundary in2024,impactingtheexistingbike pump track.
Formalized through a land exchange agreement, theexchange included the rear portionsof4726and474060B St.fora portionof6100 Ladner Trunk Road,which was owned by the city. That city parcel was part ofthe Holly Park
Oneofthe twoproposed concepts features anasphaltpumptrack for beginnerstointermediateridersas wellasaseparatedirtjumpareawith fourlevelsofdifficulty.
Reserve.
Twoofthefourexistingbiketracks have already been decommissioned, whilethenoviceandadvancedtracks and parkinglot were to remain operationaluntilanewfacilityisconstructed. According to the city,a draftbike park design will be brought to council for a decisionthisfall.
If approved,thecity willinvitecompetitivebids to developdetaileddesigns andconstructthetrack. Thecity willalso sharethefinaldesign withthecommunityandprovideconstructiontimelines.
CitylookingatpairofLadner pumpstationprojects
SANDOR GYARMATI
sgyarmati@delta-optimist.com
TheCityof Delta hasissued a request forbidsforacoupleof major pump stationprojects.
Oneisfortheconstructionof Manor North Odour Control UpgradeProject, located at 5051 LindenDr.in Ladner. It isoneofthe major stationsthat pumps sanitaryflows outoftheLadner area, thecityexplains.
“Asthis station managesmoreeffluentandislocated withinalocalneighbourhood, odourcontrol has been aconcern. Oneofthe odourcontrol meansforthe stationisabiologicalfilterthat islocated east ofthe pump station,”thecitynotes.
Trafficdisruptionson LindenDrive, Central Avenueand53 Street,areexpected to be kept to a minimum,while twowaytrafficflowandaccess to properties is to be always maintained, and full road closures willnot bepermitted.
Located at 3393 River Road West,that projectincludesdesignsforinlet works, power supply,discharge pipes, aforeshoredischarge structureforan outfall into the Fraser River at Canoe Pass,as wellasenvironmentalcompensation works required for approvalfromexternal agencies.
The Mason Pump Station wasoriginallyconstructed in 1966asacomponentofabroader, municipaldrainage planand wasupgradedin1991.
“Componentsare reachingtheendof theirassetlife cycle, particularly electrical servicingandcontrols. Further to theobjectivesofthe Westham Island IrrigationImprovements Strategy, there isanopportunity to considerdrainage andirrigationobjectivesinanintegrated manner at the site,as the city considersa replacement pump station,” according to thecity.
CrewsinLadner last weekcommencedinstallationofanew watermainalong53rd Street fromLadnerTrunk Road to 48A Avenue.
The53rd Street watermainupgrade will eventuallyinclude replacing anexistingasbestos
cementpipe witha larger PVC watermainalongthe streetfromLadnerTrunk Road to LindenDrive, as wellasthe replacementofexisting PVC watermain witha larger diameter PVC watermain along48A Avenuefrom 53rd Street to thefirst hydrant.
As part ofthe residential service replacements,
meter chambers,complete with meter setters, will be installed at the property linesfor singlefamilyproperties, allowingthecity to respond quickly to voluntary watermeter installations andassist with secondary suite watermeterinstallations.
It’s part ofa seriesof watermainand sanitary
sewerprojectsunderwayorintheplanning stagesthroughout the city to notonly replace aginginfrastructure but alsoincrease capacityfor future residentialgrowth.
Thecity earlierthis year issued a request forbidsfromqualified engineeringconsultants to update Delta’s existing sewerand water models.
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The currentmodels were last updatedin 2023 basedontheoriginal Official Community Plan (OCP), but last year a new OCP was approved featuring“widespread changes to zoningand populationdensities.”
Anupdateto the water and sewermodelis required to reflectthose changesandidentifyany new waterand sanitary systemupgradesneeded, thecitynoted.
Metro Vancouver wanting to find out future needsbutalso current gaps
A Metro Vancouver report earlierthis summer notesthe Regional Planning Committee expressedinterest in betterunderstandingthe correspondinginvestmentsininfrastructure that would be needed asthe region grows,
particularly as member jurisdictionsacross Metro Vancouver work to respond to the significant need fornewhousing supply.
The report proposed aproject to estimate thelevelofinvestment ingrowth-related infrastructure required to support the growthanticipatedinthe region to the year2050.
Theproject to be undertaken by a consultant wouldalsoinclude an evaluationofthe existinginfrastructure gap, aiming to identify unmetinfrastructure needsacrossthe region, the report notes.
The report also notes that by examining both futureinfrastructure demandsand current deficiencies,thefindings wouldoffera clearerpicture ofthe region’slongterm needs.
The resultsare intendedforinformation purposesand to support advocacy to provincial andfederal governments, the report adds.
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Sunday@3returnswith BeverleyElliott
The popularSunday@3 Concert series at Ladner United Church returns after asummerbreakonSept. 14 witha performancefrom BeverleyElliott.
Elliottpresents Stories,Songs and Sing-a-longs at 3p.m.
Elliottisaprofessionalactor, singer, songwriter withmorethan150filmand TV credits to her name.
Sheisbestknown forher roleas ‘Granny’inthehit series OnceUpona Time as wellas severalHallmarkfilms.
Sheisanactivesinger/performer at festivals,concerts,churches,and pumpkin patchesand hasreleasedfive CDsoforiginalmusic.Check her outon Spotifyor Apple Music.
Shewill be performingsongs and tell-all storiesfromher award-winning one womanshows, Didn’t SeeThat Coming and Sinkor Swim -Best Musicalatthe United Solo Festival NYC.
Sunday@3returns with Beverley Elliotton Sept.14atLadnerUnited
Admissionis$10 cash at thedoor. Ladner United Church islocated at 496048 Ave. -Staff Writer PHOTO
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Community
SouthDeltaGardenClub welcomesguestspeaker
The South Delta Garden Clubis delighted to welcomeAna Dushynaas thefeatured speakerforthe Tuesday, Sept.16meeting withapresentation entitled All Season Herbal Garden Thefocus will be onofferinginsight into how to create a year-round Apothecary Gardenthat isas beautiful asitisfunctional.
“Ana Dushynaisa botanicalpharmacology specialist witha Masterof Sciencein Pharmacy,acertified landscaper,herbal gardendesigner,and dynamic public speaker,” said Joanne Varley,the speakers committeeco-chair.
“Bornand raised in Europe,Ana draws deepinspirationfromhergrandmother, adoctorandethnobotanist, who sparkedAna’slifelong fascination with medicinalplants. With overa decade of experienceinthepharmaceutical field, Ananow channelsherexpertiseinto educatingothers aboutthe powerful role ofmedicinalplantsinthehome garden.”
In this captivatingpresentation, Dushyna will guide attendeesthrough theprocess of selectingherbsandplants that thrivethrough every season winter, spring, summer,and autumn ensuring yourherbal gardenoffers both beauty and healing potential year-round.
The South Delta Garden Clubmeets on the third Tuesday of each month, with topicsofinterest for gardeners of all levels.
Annualmembership costs$35and includes benefits such as garden visits, plantexchanges, workshops,andaccess to localexperts. Non-members are welcome to attendfora$10 guestfee.
Themeeting will be held at the Ladner Christian Reformed Church, located at 459454A Street.
Doors open at 7 p.m.,andthepresentation begins at 7:30 p.m.
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Community
Creatingbrighterfuturesforlocalwomenandgirls
On Aug. 1, Soroptimist International of South Delta(SISD)proudly chartered Canada’s largest Soroptimist club, dedicated to improvingthelives of local womenandgirls.
Thecommunity hasshown strong supportforthemission,andmembers are eager to beginprojectsthat willcreateopportunity,dignity,andhopefor womenandgirlsin South Delta.
SISD willachieve this by providing womenandgirls withaccess to the educationandtraining theyneed to achieve economicempowerment through hands-on serviceand strategic partnerships,focusing on those whoare vulnerableand marginalized in Ladner and Tsawwassen.
On Aug.1, SoroptimistInternational of South Delta (SISD)proudlychartered Canada’s largest Soroptimist club,dedicatedtoimprovingthelives oflocal womenandgirls.
SISD willdeliver Soroptimist’s two flagshipprograms: Live YourDream Awards: Education&Training Awardsfor Women Financial supportfor womenwhoaretheprimary financial supportfortheirfamiliesandare pursuing educationor skillstraining to improve their economic stability. Applicationsfor the 2025/26 Live Your Dream Awardsareopenuntil Nov. 15. Eligible womenareencouraged to apply at: https://www.soroptimist.org/ our-work/live-your-dream-awards/
Save-On-FoodsTsawwassenProudly Thanks Claude For35 YearsOf DedicatedService.
Claude hasbeenavaluedmemberofour bakery department,workingtirelessly to bring our customers the freshest,highest-qualitybaked goods everyday. As hebegins hiswell-deservedretirement,wewishhimallthebest inthisnextchapter of life.Thankyou,Claude,for your hard work,commitment,andthe many smiles you’ve broughttoboth customersand teammatesoverthe years.
Youwill begreatlymissed!
—FromPhilMiscio, StoreManager,andthe restof the team at Save-On-Foods Tsawwassen
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Dream It, Be It: CareerSupportfor Girls Workshopsandmentorshipfor girls(typically ages14 to 18) to explore career paths, set goals, and buildconfidenceand skillsfor successin school, work,andlife.
Soroptimistisaglobal volunteer organizationfoundedin1921, with clubsin more than 100countriesand
territories,dedicated to improvingthe livesof womenandgirlsthroughprogramsthat lead to socialand economic empowerment.
Forinformation about joining Soroptimist Internationalof South Delta, attendingameeting, or applying forthe Live YourDream Awards,email: si.southdelta@gmail.com. -Submitted
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Community
Reachinformation fair set for Sept. 16
Join Reach Childand Youth Development Society at theirLadner Centre, 505047th Avenue,on Sept.16, fortheirprogram Info Fairfrom5 to 6:45 p.m.
Localfamilies, educationaland childcareprofessionalsareinvited to thisfree,drop-in eventwherethey can connectdirectly withprogram staffand learn about available resources. Reach Societyisbringingall theirprograms together into one spaceforvisitorsin aninformal settingallowing parents to easily stop by and have friendlyconversations aboutthe supports that might benefittheir children—noadvance registrationneeded.
Thenon-profitoffershelpand education navigatingthe supports available for children withdevelopmentaldelays in B.C. throughdedicated Reach Family Navigators and parent supportgroups.
Reachalsooffers specificprograms for autism, early interventiontherapies, inclusivepreschools, supported child development, respite, youthgroups, counselingand skill buildingprograms
The well-reported huge salmon runonthe Fraser River hasgiven Aboriginaland recreationalfishersa bonanza offish. Thecommercial fleet wasalsogiven a shortopeninginthe river.
Overthe yearsthe Delta Lifeboat has built a close relationship with the Coast Guard, Victoria VesselTraffic Services (whichmonitorsall commercialshipping) riverpilots,commercial shipping, Aboriginaland commercialfishers.
Assistingcommercial traffic navigatethrough dozensofnetsoften set acrossa narrow channelhelpsensure the safetyof bothfishersand transiting vesselsand reduces possibleconflict, especiallyinthe recently
The Delta LifeboatwiththeCoast Guard hovercraft conductingjointsearch
imposed cleartransit zones.
Aboardthe Delta Lifeboat, seniorcoxn’ John Horton has, overthe years, conducted safety patrolsduringFraser Riverfisheries.
Supported by anallvolunteercrew,these patrols have proved highly successfulnotonly assistingfishersintrouble buthelping to reduce
accidents by giving early warning to fishers, which enablesthem to remove netsfromthe channelin timeforashipor tugand barge to pass.
The Delta Lifeboat is ownedandoperated by the Canadian Lifeboat Institution(CLI) andalthoughit hasno policing authority,it works closely withthe Vancouver Port Authority.
TheCLI’sFraser Lifeboat alsoconducts similar patrols based outof Steveston.
On Saturday, Aug. 30,the Canadian Coast Guard recognized Horton’s45 yearsof volunteer support to Marine Search and Rescue, much ofwhich has beenassistingthefishingindustry.
Horton has personallylogged 929 rescues orassistswhich have included searches,fires, sinkings, strandings, medicaldistress, man overboardand many disabled vessels towed to safety.
Although90 yearsold in November, Hortonis still very active, passing his skills to other eager volunteers.
Tsawwassen United Church 693 –53rdStreet,Tsawwassen
I suspectallofus can identify somethingthat hasn’t gonethe way we hadhoped.
King identifiesthree responses we often have to disappointmentsin life.
He says, we can become bitter, we can withdraw,or we resign ourselves to inescapable fatalism. And he says alloftheseare equally tragic,and equally dangerous–especiallyfor
There’sanaccountin the bookof Exodus when God’s people became bitter towards Godand stopped trusting inhis goodness. They had founda sourcefor water inadesert, butit was bitter, andthat bitterness came to consume them. Butin response, Godcommandedthem to throw a log into the water, and we’re toldthe water became sweet.
God responded by puttinghis goodnesson display.
Thelogthat was throwninto the water pointsthe way to another instrumentof wood God woulduse to display his goodness to us: The crossof Jesus.
If youareholdingbitterness in yourheart, Jesus’ cross can make yourheartand soul sweet again. Thecrossis thegreatest instrument of God’slove – andit’s hisgreatest saving power.
To learn more about who Jesusisandwhat hedid, you cancome joinus at St. Andrew’s Church on Thursday nights at 7 p.m. (Sept. 11,25| Oct. 9,16,30| Nov. 13,27)as we learn anddiscuss Jesus’ life. Learnmore at www.standrewschurch.ca/chosen.
Where the Bibleis explained, and people arechanged
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Homeownersknow that the work involved to maintainahomeisnever done.
Theendofoneproject tends to rollinto the planning ofanother,and so it goesfor yearson end.
Fortunatearethe homeownerswho get to choose when to begin a renovationproject, but it’s farmorecommon that homeowners spotan issueandthen realizeit’s time to renovate When itcomes to bathrooms, which can be amongthe moreexpensive spaces to renovate inahome, homeowners can keepan eye outfor various signs suggestingthe room needsa remodel.
Mouldandmildew: Mouldandmildewis
perhapsthemostglaring sign a bathroomneeds to be renovatedor remodeled. Mouldandmildew pose anotablethreat to humanhealth,as moulds can causeallergic reactions. Individuals sensitive to mould may develop symptomsthat mimic reactions to outdoorallergenslike pollen,including sneezing, runnynose,red eyes,and dermatitis(skin rash). Mouldalso cantrigger asthma attacks in people allergic to moldwho have thecondition. Mould can growin poorly ventilated bathrooms, such asthose withoutafanorones inwhichfansarenot workingproperly. Mould andmildew will return ifit’s merely scrubbed away, so theunderlying
causeof mould must be addressed to prevent its return.
Smallsignsof fading: Stains, peeling paint, cracked paint, and gaps ingroutaresmall signs offadingthat indicate a bathroomneedsa renovationifnotacomplete remodel. Theseissues also can serveas warning signsof largerissues, suchas waterissuesand structuralproblems, so they shouldnot be merely writtenoffas minor problemsor eyesores.
Rising waterbills: Some signsa bathroom couldusea little TLCare notnecessarily confined to the roomitself.If water bills are rising significantly anddonotalign withpriceincreasesoran uptickin waterconsump-
tion,homeowners may have leakingpipes. Such pipesmight be beneath a bathroom sinkor behind tiled walls.Discoloration onthe walls, peeling paintor wallpaperand/ ora musty odor may indicateleaksinside a bathroom wall.Ifcoupled with rising water bills, these signscould be indicativeofa significant issuethat requiresimmediate attention.
Issues withtiles: Crackedor damaged tiles in theshowerand bathtubor evenonthefloor are unsightly and pose a safety hazard.Cracked floortiles can lead to slipsandfalls,which can be especially harmful to older residents.And crackedtiles withinthe showerand tubarea can
indicate waterproblems behindthe wallsor generaldisrepair. Such issues should be addressed beforethey escalate into something larger.
A dated vibe: Of course, someissues affectinga bathroomare notnecessarily health or safety hazards butmore
anaffront to homeowners’ graspof current stylesandtrends.If walkinginto a bathroom unintentionallyfeelslike stepping backward into a bygoneera, then it’s probably time to consider a renovationor remodeling job.
At Home
ReaptherewardsofaFloridaroominyourhome
Whenthe sunisshining andthe weatheris warm,who doesn’t want to be outside enjoyingall Mother Nature has to offer?
Thegreat outdoors often beckons, butitalso has bugs Insects, particularly nuisance bugslikemosquitoesorbitingflies,areunwanted visitors whenenjoyingthegreat outdoors.
Weatheralso can put a damperon outdoorplans It’s challenging to getfresh airandenjoy the yard when it’s raining, orconditionsare especially humid. Insteadof limitingtime spent outdoors to those occasionswhenconditionsarefavorable,homeowners caninstall Florida rooms to maximizetheir outdoorliving potential.
The term “Florida room” calls to minddifferentthings.
Somedefineitasa walled extensionofahomethat featuresa roof, such asacovered patio,or lanai.
A Florida roomalso may be a screened-inenclosure that surroundsa pool area and is
designed to keep bugsand wildlife outofthe water. People also mayconsidera Florida rooma sunroom, andit may be screenedorfeature actual windowsthat can be opened. Thosethinking about renovat-
ing to include Florida rooms canconsiderthefollowing details.
Youdon’t need to live in Florida: Florida rooms may be most associated withthe Sunshine State, but youdon’t need to livethere to have one. Consider your climateand builda Florida roomthat will meet yourneeds. Do you want to enjoy the space year-round? If so, you might need some sort ofheatingorcooling to keep thingscomfortable.
Decideonthe rightlocation: While Florida roomstraditionallyare in the backyard, selecta spotthat works for you.If you want to maximize morning sunrises,forexample, locate the roomonthe sideof thehomethat faces east.If a viewfromanother sideofthe houseis particularly striking, placethe Florida roomthere.
Determine your needs: Will you be cooking or entertaininginthe Florida room?If so, designa spacethat willfeature cooking and eatingareas. Ensure plenty of ventilation foragrillandconsiderother appliances to reducethe need to make tripsinto the house. Althoughthe Florida roomcreates somemeasureof weather protection, choose furniture andfixturesthat can standup to outdoorconditions.
Addprivacy as needed: Curtains,greenery,shades,and otherdetails cancreate privacy when you don’t want to be visible to neighbors. Florida roomsadduseful space to a homeand can help residentsconnect with nature evenwhenconditions outside arelessinviting.
-Metro Creative
At Home
Aguide tovarious typesof home awnings
Homeowners recognizethat upgrades can improvethefunctionalityandcomfortoftheir homes.
One way to make outdoor spacesmore accommodatingis throughtheinstallationof awnings. Many homeowners wouldlike to enhancetheirhomes with awnings butdonot knowwhere to begin. Learning aboutthe various typesof awnings can helphomeownersdeterminewhichoption best suitstheirneeds.
Fixed awnings
Fixed awningsare stationaryona building’sexterior. While the awningsare generally stable,they can be damaged by snow or wind. It’s key to findan
installationexpert to make sure the awningis installedcorrectly so that it can withstand weather andotherissues. It’s also important to knowthat fixed awnings remainin the same positionand orientation, so its best to knowexactlywhere to placeit beforehand.
Retractable awning
Retractable awnings are themost popular typeof awnings because they can be extended whennecessary to keepa spacecoolorprotected, then rolledorfoldedup whennotinuse. These awningsareadvantageous because they can be retracted when bad weatherhits to prevent damage.
Motorized retractable awningsoffertheutmost convenience. Standard retractableofferings requirea handleor handcrank to manuallyextendorfoldup the awning. Motorized awnings can be operated witha sensor, remote or evenmotiontrigger. Eventhoughthey cost more, they’reafavourite amonghomeowners.
Homeowners can choose from various typesof awning materials, includingfabric, metal,glass, and others. Working witha reputable awningcompany is the best way forhomeowners to peruse possibleproducts andfind awningsthat will suit theirneeds.
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HOROSCOPE WEEKOF SEPT11,2025 -SEPT17,2025
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Thisweek,you’llbeinhigh demandwithyourclientsand lovedones. Yourefficiency willputyouinthespotlight. Ifyou’resingle, love may surpriseyouwhenyouleast expectit.
HOWTOPLAY: Fillinthe gridsothat everyrow,every columnand every3 x3box contains thenumbers 1through 9onlyonce. Each 3x3box isoutlinedwitha darkerline. Youalreadyhavea fewnumbers to get youstarted. Remember:youmustnot repeatthe numbers 1through 9inthesameline, columnor 3x3 box.
Death&Dying
Navigatingthe waters of funeral trusts
Discussingend-of-lifeissues can be anemotionalexperience. Making decisionsuponthedeathofalovedone can be challenging, especiallyifthe wishes ofthedeceased are murkyorunknown. Funeraltrustsoftenhelpfamilies avoid makingdecisions at timeswhentheir emotions may make such decisions moredifficult.
Whatispre-planninga funeral?
Pre-planningafuneral can save familyandfriendsfrom having to make difficultdecisions. It alsoenables people to choose their burial space, servicesand transportation.Pre-planningalsoallows people to payfororarrange payment for theirfuneralcostsaheadoftime.
Whatisa funeraltrust?
Funeraltrust can be asmart investmentfor peoplewho have not spelled outtheir wishesina willorconveyed theminwriting to someonewho will be managingtheirestate.
Funeraltrusts may be referred to as revocableorirrevocable.Anirrevocable funeraltrust, orIFT, isa tool people whoarefacingthehighcostof skilled
nursing care canconsider.AnIFT establishesanaccountinto whichmoney forfuneralexpensesisdeposited. The money cannot be withdrawn or refunded,andfunds must be used forfuneral expenses.
Whenisatrustunnecessary?
In certaininstances,afuneraltrust willnot be needed Thosewho have the means to fundlong-term care services and willnot need assistance laterinlife maynot want theirmoneylocked up inatrust. Othersopt forlifeinsurance policies to payforfuneralneeds.
Assistance with funeraltrusts
Funeralhomes may work directly withcompaniesthat manage funeral funds. Speak witha funeraldirectorif youwant to learnmore abouttrusts. Trustsalso can be established by working withanelder care attorneyor with a funeraltrust agency.
Taking care offuneralplanning in advance can relieve familiesofthe stress of making funeraldecisionsinthe wake ofalovedonesdeath.
-Metro Creative
Blended Familiespresentchallengingissues that requireexperienceand expertise whenit comes to estateplanning.
TheWilsonRasmussenestate planning teamisup to thechallenge. We areready to adviseandguide youtocreateandimplementan estate planthatworks foryouand your lovedones.
Thedeath of aloved is difficult to confront. Emotionsare elevated andgriefis prominent, whichcan make it hard to make importantdecisions.Quiteoften severalpeopleneedtocome together to make decisionsnecessary for afamily member’s funeralarrangements. There also is afinancialcomponentto consider.
Funeralpre-planningisagoodway forindividuals to make adifficulttime alittle moremanageablefor theirsurvivors.Funeralhomes frequentlywork hand-in-hand with individualsand families tocustomizepre-planning packages and facilitatetheprocess. Here’s arundownofpre-planningas individuals consider theiroptions.
Exploreyouroptions
Pre-planning afuneralenables people to considerallof theoptions withoutthetimeconstraintsofmaking funeralarrangementsdirectlyafterthe passingofaloved one.Aknowledgeable staffmember at afuneral home,
canexplaintheofferingsand answer anyquestions.
Straightforward process
Unless an individual hasplanneda funeralinthe past,there could be alot ofunknowns. Funeralhomeshandle theseeventsevery dayand canguide familiesthrough theintricaciesofthe processwith ease.Mosthavepre-planningkits that include alloftheessentialsoftheprocess, such as choosing caskets,decidingonprayercardsand designingfloralarrangements.
Avoid confrontations
Workingdirectlywith aprofessional alsohelpsalleviatethe burden on familymembers,who maynot agreeon arrangementsorconcur on what they believe would be aloved one’s final wishes.When pre-planning afuneral, individualscan spell outintheirown wordsexactlywhattheydesireand even financethe funeralinadvance -MetroCreative
Death&Dying
Tipsforwritinganobituary
Coping withthedeathofaloved one isnever easy. Eventhosecomforted by theacknowledgmentthat a recently deceased friendorfamilymemberlived afulllife may still struggle withthe senseoflossthat comes withthe passingofalovedone.
Uponthe passingofalovedone,an individualisoftentasked withwriting anobituary. Some people may find writinganobituaryis cathartic,providinganopportunity to tellalovedone’s life storyandindicatehowuniquethe deceased was. Becausewritinganobituaryisnot something peopleareasked to do every day,it’s understandable if many men and women don’tknow where to begin.
Obituariesdonotnecessarily have to followaformula, butthefollowing tips canhelp peoplecompose anobituary that conveys whotheirdeceasedloved one wasandhow much this person meant to friendsandfamily.
*Contactyourlocal newspaper: Somenewspapers may have obituary guidelinesthat governthingslike
writing styleandobituary length Before writinganobituary,contact the Optimist to determineifthey have any such rulesinplace.
* Include somebiographical information: Obituariesare typicallymore than simpleannouncementsofdeath. Some simplebiologicalinformation canshedlighton who the deceased wasandhisorher personalandprofessionalaccomplishments. Avoid getting toodetailed, butbiographicalinformationlikefull name,placeofbirth,family (i.e., spouse, children,grandchildren, etc.),military service,placeofemployment, charity work, andhobbies can give readersanaccurateidea ofthelife yourlovedone lived.
* Include visitationand funeral information: Be sure to includethe day,locationandvisitationhoursfor viewings.Ifthefuneral will be public, includethe dayand time of the funeral as well.
* Have theobituary readyone to two days before the servicesare scheduled.
-Metro Creative
AnExecutor is responsible forcarryingoutyour intentions asexpressedinyour will. Sohow do youchoosetheright executor?Considertheir location, age,timecommitments and skillset.
Contactus forinformationonour ExecutorSupport servicesor fora copy ofour Executor’sChecklist.
DELTA SPORTS
Sports stories?
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ijacques@delta-optimist.com or call 604-998-3616
SunDevilsmoveto2-0withroadwinoverTerryFox
IAN JACQUES ijacques@delta-optimist.com
The South Delta senior varsity Sun Devilsare2-0following a hard-fought 15-6 road win over Terry Foxunder thelights at Percy Perry Stadiumin Coquitlamon Sept.5.
The game tooknearly three hours and was called withfourminutes to play inthefourthquarterafteralengthy injurydelay.
South Delta jumped out to aquick 15-0leadandlooked to be in totalcontrol, but some penalties overturned big playsand kept Terry Fox inthe game.
Sun Devils’ scores cameonshort rushing attempts by David Christian and Damian Dumas.
Both South Deltaand Terry Foxlook to be top teamsintheconferenceand will be provincial championshipcontendersasthe seasonprogresses.
South Delta wonitsopener44-7 at home over Kelownaon Aug. 29while the Ravensblew outLangley42-7in theiropener.
The Sun Devils will battlethe Seaquam Seahawks forthe Delta Cup thisFridaynight, Sept.12 at thebrandnew Mackie Park turf fieldin North
Delta. Kick-offis slatedfor7 p.m.
South Delta willmostlikely be a few
players short, asadislocated elbow will mostlikely keep standoutDE Kyler
Purbsonthe sideline, as wellas Matteo Loustau,the team’s startingcentre, who also appeared to separate his shoulder inthe Terry Fox game.
Junior varsity
Afteradisappointing33-18opening homeloss to G.W.Graham,the junior varsity Sun Devils bounced back with a 33-14 win over Notre Dameonthe road.
Theair attack wasinfulleffecton Notre Dame’s beautiful home turf field Sept.4as Quinn Kirincicdialedupfour passingTDsofmorethan50 yards with Easton Giesbrecht and Ty Macgregor each haulingin two.
“I wasencouraged by what we did throughtheair but wouldhopeinthe future to be a bit more balanced,” said headcoach Scott Martens. “Thedefence is stillfindingitslegs withmissedtackles beingoneofthe keythingsthat we need to cleanupmovingforward, butthe signs aretherethat this team hastheingredients to have a very successful year.”
Next upforthe Sun Devils was a trip to Argyle Secondaryin North Vancouveron Wednesdayafternoon, Sept.10andthenanother roadcontest against Belmonton Sept.18.
South DeltaUnited soccer awardhonourslong-time coach
IAN JACQUES
ijacques@delta-optimist.com
South Delta United (SDU) hascreated anew,annual awardhonouring a 20-yearcoachwho recentlyannounced heis retiring.
Asnoted inaletter to the editor publishedonlineandinprintin the Aug. 21 editionofthe Optimist,after nearly 20 yearsonthefield with South Delta, goal-
keepingcoach Helmut Wiebeis retiring.
“Helmut has been much more than acoach—he’s beenamentor, a role model,andatrueinspiration,” said South Delta United onits Facebook page. “Hisdedication to the gameand to hisplayers hasshaped notonly outstanding goalkeepers, but alsoconfident, committed young peoplewho carryhislessonsfar beyond the field.”
South Delta United says that overthe
years, Wiebe has guidedplayersof all levels—fromgrassroots keepers to those who went on to play at university, join the Whitecaps Academy,and even represent Canada at the youthlevel. Just as importantly,hecelebrated every player’s journey,bigorsmall, withpride and joy.
“Tohonorhislegacy, SDUisproud to introducetheannual Helmut Wiebe Goalkeeper Award—a lastingtribute to thededication, spirit,and love for the
gamethat he shared with us all,” said SDU. “The first-ever recipient, Toodoo YangdemingQi, was chosen personally by Helmut—an incrediblehonor that reflectsthe valuesand passion he instilledin every keeper.
“On behalfoftheentire SDUfamily: thank you, Helmut. Yourimpact will liveon in every goalkeeperwho steps onto the field,andinthis awardthat carries your nameforward.”
JIM KINNEAR PHOTO
The South Deltasenior varsitySun Devilsare 2-0 followingahomewin over Kelowna(pictured)anda roadwin over Terry Fox.
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Listedby SuttonGroupSeafair Realty
by SuttonGroup WestcoastRealty
$999,800
#221-5535ADMIRAL WAY
•2BEDROOMSAND 2FULLBATHROOMS
•1,178SQ.FT.BRIGHTOPENCONCEPTLIVINGSPACE
•LARGEBALCONYWITHGASHOOKUPAND WATERVIEWS
•1 PRIVATESECURESTORAGEROOMONTHESAME
FLOORASTHEUNIT
•1PARKINGSPACEWITHEVROUGH-IN
•ACCESS TO HAMPTONCLUB,INCLUDESOUTDOOR POOL/HOTTUB,GYMNASIUM,GYM,COMMONROOM ANDMORE
•PRIVATEGATED 3CAR PARKING GARAGEWITHROOMFOR AWORKSHOP •EXCELLENTLOCATIONSTEPS FROMSHOPPING,RECREATIONAND ENTERTAINMENT
•FLOOR TO CEILINGWINDOWSOFFERINGEPIC VIEWSOFTHENORTHSHOREMOUNTAINS •IN-SUITELAUNDRY, COMESWITH 1SECURE PARKINGANDSTORAGELOCKER
Bedrooms: 4•Bathrooms:3.5 FloorArea:1,646sq.ft.
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Bedrooms:2•Bathrooms:2 FloorArea:1,383sq.ft.
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It is with heavy heartsthat we announcethepassing ofourbeloved Husband, father,grandfather,greatgrandfather,and brother,George DeyStern,who passedawayonSeptember4,2025,at DeltaView Care Centre.
George waspredeceased by hisdaughter,Linda. He is survived by hislovingwifeof66 years, Joan; daughtersPam (Jim)(Bill),Eileen,and Wendy (Rod); son-in-law Stan (Janice); sister Ann;andhis grandchildrenand great-grandchildren. He also leavesbehindhisextended family in theUK.
He wasborninGlasgow,Scotland. He came to Canada in 1966, wherehelanded ajob in Oakalla prison, then movedon to becominga Vancouver City PoliceOfficer,which he serveduntil his retirement in 1993. Georgeand Joandidalotof travellingthroughout theirretirement years, whether it wascamping in theirtrailerwiththe Good Sam Club, taking acruiseora trip abroad. He also enjoyedhisfishing tripsandplayingcanasta every Saturday night.
We wouldliketothank thewonderfulstaff at DeltaViewCareCentre,Delta Hospitaland Weatherby PavilioninWhite Rock.
It is with greatsadness that we announce the passingof PeterJohn Merryon August21,2025, at theIrene Thomas Hospice afteralong-standing battlewithcancer.
Peterissurvivedby hiswifeof59years, Shirley; daughtersKristen (Darren)and Michelle (Christian); sonNathan;and grandchildrenAvery,Kieran, Hunter,and Nylah, whobroughthimgreat joy. He also leavesbehindhissiblings,Mike, Oscar,Andy, and Monica.
Born in Antigo,Wisconsin, to JohnandLorraine Merry, Peterpursued hisloveoflearning throughout hislife. He earneddegrees in HistoryandLawand brieflytaughthigh school Englishbeforepracticing lawinManitobaand BritishColumbia.
Peterwas athoughtfuland curiousperson, witha deep interest in history, politics, and theworld aroundhim. He wasanavidreaderandenjoyed sharingwhathe learned in conversations with friendsand family.Hewas known forhis easygoing natureand sense ofhumourandenjoyed spending timewithfamily.
Creativeand imaginative, Peterwrote storiesand books,especially forhis grandchildren. In his retirement,healsoenjoyeddrawing, painting, and lawn bowling.
Thefamilyisgratefulfor thecompassionatecare PeterreceivedatDelta Hospitaland IreneThomas Hospice.Inlieuofflowers,donations maybemade to theIrene Thomas Hospice Society. Amemorial service will beheldatKirkland Houseon Sunday, October5, from2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
JoyceLyseng (nee McQuary) passedaway peacefully on August28,2025,at theIrene Thomas HospiceinDelta,BC.
JoycewasborninDayton, Washington,on November 14,1941, to Vyrl and Eileen McQuary. Shelivedand grew up in Dayton,attending Dayton High Schoolandgoingon to earnadegreefrom EasternWashington StateUniversity. Sheaccepted her firstjobas aSpeechTherapist in anew clinic beingopenedup in Edmonton, Alberta,Canada. (a boldmovefor ayoung lady from southeastern Washington)
While workinginEdmonton, shemet Gerald Lyseng, and they were marriedonSeptember25, 1965. WhilelivinginEdmonton, they had twochildren, Shariand Michael.The family movedtoBritish Columbiain 1979andhas lived in andaround Delta, BC,since that time.
Joyceworkedfor many yearsinherareaof education, whichwas speechtherapy. Shelater worked in elementaryschoolsasa teacher's assistant,helping childrenwithlearning challenges.
Joycewas afaithfuland long-timememberof BenedictionLutheran Church in Tsawwassenand wasinvolvedasa volunteer withthecongregation in many ways.Her confidenceinstrikingupafriendly conversation with strangersmadeher aperfect Sundaymorning greeterat thechurch entrance.
Joyceremained fitandactive,playinggolfinseveral casual ladies leaguesandalways on thegotovisit friendsand family.
Lefttomournare lovinghusband Gerald;daughter Shari(Richard);son Michael (Dana);grandchildren Joshua (Caley), Olivia,Sjorand Cora;brothersTom and family in Seattle, Washington; Michaeland family in Dayton, Washington;and countless friends onbothsidesof theborder.
It is with great sadnessthat we announcethe passingofourbeloved DewarHarperof Tsawwassen, BC,onAugust30,2025. He was surrounded by hisfamily.
DewarwasbornonJune3, 1940, to thelateIvan and Irene Harper in Charlottetown,PEI.Dewar is survivedbyhis loving wife of61 years, Diane (nee Currie), daughterKrista, sonIan,beloved grand-dog Casey,all of TsawwassenBC, brother Stephen (Janet) of BrudenellPEI,sister-in-law Susan BoutilierofMississaugaON, uncle KenJudson (Marion)of MonctonNB, nephewJeffHarper (Ruby) of Surrey BC,niece Heather Dunn (DwayneBarlow) ofSummersidePEI,great-niece EmmaleeDunnof TorontoON, great-nephewNicholas Dunn (Emily Beliveau)of SummersidePEI and great-niece KayleeHarperofSurreyBC.
Dewarspenthisworking yearsinthebanking industry. He startedoutas atelleratBankof Montreal in Charlottetown, PEI and workedhisway up theranksthereinvarious communities throughout Nova Scotia, NewBrunswick,Quebec and Ontario. Dewarjoinedthe Hongkong Bankof Canada (later HSBC)in1984asan Assistant Vice President in Toronto, retiringas aSenior Vice President in Vancouver in 2000. Dewarwashighly respectedand regarded throughouthiscareerforhis hardwork, dedication,andpersonable manner.
While not working, Dewarwasalways generous with volunteeringhis time.Hevolunteered formany organizations throughout theyears, includinghis children’s sports teams, Bank softballleagues, Junior Achievers, theUnitedWay,and wasthe driving forcebehind theHSBC Dragon Boat Team. Dewarcontinuedhisvolunteer work into his retirement,servingas avolunteer forthe2010 Winter Olympics and Paralympics. Dewarwasanactive memberof theformerSt. Stephen'sUnitedChurch inDelta,servingas Chairofthe Board. Dewaralso volunteeredas aGreenCoatatYVRAirport, alongside Diane.
In addition to spending time with hisfamily, Dewar lovedwatchingsports,includingbasketball, football, Formula 1, NASCAR,golf, andhisbeloved Chicago Blackhawks. Dewar’sfavouritepastime was travelling theworld with Diane,thebesttravel partner.
Aprivate family servicewill beheld.
In lieuofflowers,donations canbemade to Delta Hospital &Community Health Foundation. or to acharity ofyour choice in Dewar’sname.
Condolences canbeleftfor the family at DeltaFuneral Home
BelovedMom,Nana, friend, Dianne Craigpassed awaypeacefully at DeltaHospitalinLadner,BC, on September 1attheageof84.
Predeceased by herhusband (Rev.) JimCraig, Dianne is survived by herdaughter,Sandra(Randy) and sonJohn,and by her grandsons Stephenand Josh.Despite significantgeographicaldistancefrom her childrenand grandchildren, Dianne remaineda constant,lovingand supportivepresenceintheir lives.She wassoproudof Stephenand Josh and their many accomplishments; her grandsons were thefrequent topicofconversations with her friends.
Dianne wasa personofmanyextraordinary qualities. Shepossessedthat rare gemof authenticity: younevergotanyoneother than Dianne; therewasnopretense, no BS.She was passionateabout so many things:theenvironment, especiallythe majestic trees in theforests of BC and outsideher livingroom window; Indigenouspeoples, theirart,theirhistory,theirrights, theirtragedies;tai chi, until shewasno longerable to practise –and her taichi friends;wine–oh,didshe love her wine; her BC Lions,evenwhen they disappointedher.She waswise, funny, quick-witted,and kind.
Diannelived afulland interestinglife, spending severalyearsinthe 1970s in aSpanishvillage with her husband Jimand travellingthroughout Europe when time and fundsallowed; livingand workingas acounsellorinNaramata, BC;and workingfor Victim Services in Delta,BC. Shewas afaithfulmemberof Elder College,helpingout with settingupand running classes. Sheloved to cook,tovisit the casino, and to play mahjongorpoker withfriends.
Aloyaland loving friend, Dianne wasalwayswilling tolendalisteninghearttoasoul in distress,to provide ahelpinghand to aneighbour in need, to offera bitofadvice–sharplyifshe sensed the urgency. Herfriendsknewshe lovedthemandloved to be withthem;theyalsoknewshe lovedheralone time. Shewill bedeeplymissedbyevery oneof them.
Dianne’sfamilywishtooffer theirprofound gratitude toher friend Marilyn, whospent countless hoursat her bedsideduringthe finaldays;toDr. TomMartin forhisunderstandingandhisempathy and forthe unfailingcareheprovided over many years; to the wonderfulstaff at DeltaHospitalfor theirkindness and devotedcareinastressfulenvironment.
Dianne requestedthattherebe no servicefollowingherpassing.
Rodpassedawaypeacefully at Surrey Memorial Hospital, surrounded by family.Heissurvivedbyhis loving wife of50 years, Juanita,theirchildrenDan (Monica), Ryan (Eva), Kristi,and Ashley,and five cherished grandchildren: Kailynn, Carter,Cody,Max, and Sam.
Rodtoured theworld at ayoungageand trulylived lifetothe fullest.Hewasheavily involved in South DeltaMinor Hockeyand Baseball, where he was well knownand respectedbymanyinthe community.Professionally,hededicatedhis career to theinsuranceindustry, ownedandoperatedhis brokerageagency; Prosperous Insuranceand proudlyservedasChairwithICBCfor several years…alifewelllived, aman much loved.
WayneLawrenceLockhart, 73 yearsyoung,passed away peacefully in Ladneron August7,2025.
Hewill be lovinglyremembered by hisdevoted wife of54 years, Carol, hisbrothersGordonandLloyd, hissisterDoris,his twochildrenRichard(Shauna) and Steve(Amy),his four cherished grandchildren Brandon, Aidan, Naia,and Aliya,as well ashis grandchildren-in-law,Devonand Deanna.
Wayne, along with hisfamily,built arespectedcareer in thegrocery industry. ChoicesMarkets grocery stores gavehim theopportunity to do whathe loved most—sharehealthy, nourishing food with families and foster aworkplace whereemployeesand the community felt trulyvaluedand caredfor.
Outsideofwork, Waynefound joyinboatingand fishing, motorcycling, and travellingtheglobe with histruelove. In retirement,hecouldoftenbe found walking thestreets ofLadner,hand in hand with his lifepartnerand soulmate,Carol—simplyenjoyinglife together.
TheLockhartfamilywouldsincerely liketothank the Doctors, Nursesand supportstaff at DeltaHospital's ER department.Weare forevergratefulfor your kindnessand care forour Dadandour community. Celebratethe livesofloved oneswith yourstories, photographs& tributesat legacy.com/obituaries/ deltaoptimist
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It is with great sadness that we announcethe passingof Ollie Hodges,whopassedaway peacefully on August28, 2025,at theageof91 in Delta,British Columbia.
Ollie wasbornonMarch 12,1934, in Skalat,Poland and grew up in ManitobabeforesettlinginBritish Columbia.She lived afulland meaningful life surrounded by family and friends.Ollie will be fondly remembered forher fierce independence,loveof travelandadventure, andherunwaveringfaith.
Ollie waspredeceasedbyherdaughter,Carol;her son, Rick;andherbelovedhusband Bob. Sheis survived by herdaughter,Charlene (Rob);son-inlaw, Doug (Cheryl); five grandchildren- David, Melyssa,Nicole, Matthewand Mark -andher greatgrandchild,Sophia.
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ExploreTsawwassen’s heritage withthesecondprinting oflocalhistorybook SunnyTsawwassen:1857to2024. Nowavailable at AlbanyBooks, CentreStage Accessories (Tsawwassen),Black Bond Books (Ladner),andNaturalFocus (64Ave.&Scott Road).
U-Haul StorageCenter Deltaclaimsa Landlords ContractualLienagainstthe followingperson’sgoods in storageat 10158Nordel Court, Delta, B.C. Tel: 604-581-8152. Auctionissubjecttocancellationat any time withoutnotice.
DaineSmith Sherri-LynnTakahashi
IssacDavis Charlie Blundell
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Asalewill take placeonlineatwww.bid13.com start‐ing at 5:00 PM on Saturday September20,2025, until 5:00 PM on SundaySeptember28,2025. Win‐ners will be contactedbyemail at theendof theauc‐tion.Room contentsare personal/householdgoods unless notedotherwise.Bidswill be fortheentire contentsofeachlockerunit.
availableonground floor, quiet residentialhome, steps away from thebeach in BoundaryBay.Large kitchen with stainlesssteel appliances,newly car‐peted &updated bath‐room.Private backyarden‐trancewithcovered patio. Parking forone vehicle, no petsorsmokingplease. Ideally suited for1 erson.
Presentedwiththe Rotary Club of Tsawwassen, Renowned GuestSpeaker TerrySmall engagesuswiththe latest brainscience,sharing ways to improve your greatest asset- your brain! Thursday,October 23rd,1:00- 4pm At theCoast TsawwassenInn
