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Dave Hamilton named Delta’s Citizen of the Year Chamber award presented posthumously to former Optimist general manager IAN JACQUES

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Delta’s highest community honour was presented to one of its beloved community champions and business leaders last Friday night (Nov. 19) at the 70th Annual Hats Off to Excellence Awards. Former Optimist general manager Dave Hamilton was named the 2021 Citizen of the Year posthumously by the Delta Chamber of Commerce. Hamilton lost his courageous battle with cancer in April. Hamilton was a prominent member of the Delta community. Many knew him through his role at the Optimist, while others through his work with the Rotary Club of Tsawwassen, at the Beach Grove Golf Club, on the slo-pitch fields of Ladner or the curling rink. He was a community champion for so many organizations and through his decades of

work at the Optimist, as well as his dedicated work with the Chamber of Commerce, was a champion for the business community. “Dave could solve problems by putting the right people in the room together,” said the Chamber. “It was amazing how connected Dave was in our community and how he used his connections at the City, Chamber, Rotary, Optimist and the many charities he supported to make Delta a better place. “We lost Dave way too early in 2021, but tonight we celebrate Dave Hamilton as the 2021 Citizen of the Year. We thank Dave for all he did for our community of Delta. We all know that Dave is dancing in heaven – and can Dave dance.” Ryan Thomas, Operations Manager at GCT Global Container Terminals, presented the award. “Many in this room knew Dave. He spent over 30 years as general

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Former Delta Optimist general manager Dave Hamilton was posthumously named Delta`s Citizen of the Year for 2021 by the Delta Chamber of Commerce at the 70th Annual Hats Off to Excellence Awards on Nov. 19. manager at the Delta Optimist, was a committed Rotarian and a consummate community builder,” he said. “Although missed by all,

Dave’s legacy of ‘service above self’ and positivity is felt throughout the community.” Tanya Hall, Dave’s partner, accepted the

award following a tribute video, which highlighted photos and memories of all the great work that Hamilton was a part of in the community.

Hall spoke of Hamilton’s work with Rotary and the business community and how he was always “the eternal optimist,” even after his cancer diagnosis. “Dave lived every day of his life to the end and smiled with his whole face and with his incredible blue eyes,” Hall said. “He loved to dance and he always had music in his heart. When he found out he had cancer he never dwelled on it. He carried on. He never let it define who he was. He continued to work and volunteer for all the organizations that he loved, just adding cancer to his fight list. “Dave was the Delta Optimist – literally the optimist of Delta. Dave was a source of inspiration to all in Rotary and someone that Delta should be very proud of and clearly they are. His impact to business and community was clear in the hundreds of messages received when he passed. He was a gift to everyone in Delta. I thank you so much for this award.”

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*TFN company wins B.C. business award - page 4 *Big bill coming to upgrade dikes in Delta - page 6 *Delta Theatre presents Matilda Jr. - page 21 *Christmas in Ladner Village - pages 23-26 *Hats Off Excellence Awards pages 29-31

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Preliminary approval moves new plan for Ladner Village closer to reality SANDOR GYARMATI

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City council on Monday gave preliminary approval to sweeping Official Community Plan changes for Ladner Village. Aimed at encouraging redevelopment of the village and waterfront, the amendments are headed to a public hearing. The changes to the Ladner Area Plan involve new design guidelines for a Village-wide development permit area, allowing more density and taller buildings up to six storeys in certain areas. Council also approved a motion by Mayor George Harvie for staff to look into retaining Spot on the Water Park. During his virtual town hall meeting the following day, Harvie noted the green space is a much-valued asset but needs improvements as it’s become “an embarrassment.” The revitalization vision has been over two years in the making with the Ladner Village Renewal Advisory Committee (LVRAC) exploring various ideas from elsewhere, obstacles to redevelopment and what’s needed to encourage it.

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The new OCP for Ladner Village is to encourage activity through uses that animate the street, increase density with diverse housing types and a sensitive transition between building types. Following the release of the committee’s final report which contained a lengthy list of recommendations, the city retained consultants to come up with more defined proposed changes to the OCP, creating new plans for the village as well as Ladner Harbour, including the vacant cityowned Seven Seas site on Chisholm Street. A planning staff report to council notes that the proposed approach also flows from longer-standing interest in Ladner Village revitalization, including previous efforts to assemble land along the waterfront, previous area plan amendments intended to facilitate redevelopment, as well

as the work on the 2015 South Delta Business Sustainability Strategy. The sustainability strategy emphasized the need for additional residential development in town centres. “Allowing more density in the Village will help to make redevelopment more attractive. Economic analysis indicated that for most sites in the Village, the existing height limitations were too restricting to see change. The analysis also indicated that up to six storeys was necessary to spur redevelopment,” the report to council explains. Throughout the consultative process, there was general support for the various elements present-

ed, with the input used to further refine and inform preliminary concepts around land use, building height, and design guidelines, the report notes. Commercial uses are to be concentrated along Delta Street, Bridge Street and 48 Avenue east of Delta Street, with commercial frontages also possible along Trenant Street, Elliott Street, and Chisholm Street. The area along much of the north side of Chisholm Street remains unchanged, with the exception of allowing up to four storeys of height at the northwest corner of the intersection of Chisholm and Elliott streets, beside the Elliott Street Wharf.

The properties at the western edge of Chisholm, including the Seven Seas site, are designated for a mix of uses that would primarily serve as public open space and access to the waterfront. Existing land uses on east side of Elliott Street along the Chillukthan Slough are not proposed to change. The report also notes an analysis found, among other things, a need to consider parking rate reductions to ensure viability of redevelopment. Counillors Dylan Kruger and Bruce McDonald, both members of the LVRAC, described the OCP changes as striking a reasonable balance between the needs of businesses and local residents. Both also noted the intent was to have a plan that will encourage redevelopment, rather than previous plans which resulted in no action. McDonald also said the plan is not to make Ladner Village another Steveston or White Rock but to help the Delta area become the best possible version of itself. The public hearing takes place Tuesday, Dec. 14 starting at 6 p.m.

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It’s well-deserved recognition for the entire Tsawwassen Shuttles Inc. (TSI) team and everyone who has supported them over the years, says President and CEO Steven Stark. Following a nomi-

nation process, the B.C. Achievement Foundation, whose mission is to honour excellence and inspire achievement, announced TSI had received the “Indigenous Business of the Year – 11+ person enterprise” award. “(This award), it’s a testament of everybody’s

involvement throughout the whole process for the last 10 years or so ... To me, it wasn’t an award for me, it was an award for everybody else and my community. This is the first time that it’s ever happened in Tsawwassen First Nation,” says Stark. And it won’t be the last time either, he assures.

“We have entrepreneurs that are trying to get into business. We have a treaty that we signed that allowed Tsawwassen First Nation to develop its land and, hopefully, members then could create opportunities for themselves for longevity while the municipality and the self-

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“I think that was the foundation of me being able to get enough clean time and sober time underneath me to positively change my life and keep working at what I’m doing.” To other folks who may be on the entrepreneurial path, Stark encourages them to be persistent and to ask for the opportunity and space to showcase what you can do. The B.C. Achievement Foundation celebrates the spirit of excellence and honours the best of the province through its award programs, which “pay tribute to exceptional people doing exceptional work,” reads their website. The foundation has five different award programs, including the Community awards, the Indigenous Business Awards, the Fulmer First Nations Art awards, the Carter Wosk Applied Art + Design Awards and the British Columbia Reconciliation Awards.

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A living dike will be established in Delta. In the planning process for a couple of years, Delta’s Living Dike Pilot Project, also known as the Boundary Bay Foreshore Enhancement Project, will be an alternate form of foreshore flood protection. It’s to develop and test a method of supplying sediment and vegetation on the foreshore to help existing salt marsh habitats increase in elevation and keep up with sea level rise, known as a living dike. A report to Delta council explains the salt marsh can absorb wave energy reducing the overall wave height that will assist in reducing the dike design elevation and possibly lengthen the timelines for dike raising activities. The pilot project involves designing and constructing a 250-linearmetre section of raised salt marsh in the foreshore along Boundary Bay near 96 Street. The report also notes the pilot project is intended through experimental design to develop and inform future designs of larger living dike projects in Boundary Bay. A coalition led by the City of Surrey with West Coast Environmental Law, Semiahmoo First Nation and the City of Delta received $76 million in funding from Infrastructure Canada’s Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund for 13 projects, one of which is Delta’s Living Dike Pilot Project. The project received $750,000. Delta is using a previously obtained grant to contribute an equal amount toward the project. The pilot project is in the late stages of design and applications for the necessary regulatory permits are being prepared.

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Huge bill on horizon for upgrading Delta’s dikes SANDOR GYARMATI sgyar ma ti@de lta - optim ist .c o m

Delta’s engineering crews have found no serious issues with the city’s extensive dike system. That’s according to director Steven Lan, who told the Optimist an inspection was undertaken due to the high Fraser River water levels from the heavy rainfall. Since 2000, Delta with provincial and federal funding, has spent more than $12 million on dike works, drainage pump stations and flood box repairs. Delta’s Flood Management Strategy identifies a number of locations for possible dike upgrading over the next decade. The city is currently focusing on five proposed upgrade projects: The East Delta dike, Beach Grove/Boundary Bay,

Developing well-rounded students for succcess in university, career and citizenship in the mid-21st century. One of the value-added features of a Southpointe education is the University Counselling Program which provides personalized student support starting in Grade 9. With full-time University Counselling at the school, students are provided with one-on-one course selection guidance, along with career and post-secondary guidance through to graduation. For students, no stone is left unturned when preparing them for their post-secondary pathway of choice. Every student, alongside their parents, meets with both the Senior School Principal and University Counsellor to understand their passions and goals for the future. Through the outstanding educational program, students are equipped with the skills, competencies and dispositions to succeed in university, career and citizenship. Southpointe students routinely attend some of the most competitive universities in Canada, the United States and the United Kingdom.

Westham Island, River Road West and River Road/Lower Cougar Creek. With climate change, sea level rise is a significant threat for the lowlands of Delta, especially along Boundary Bay, according to a Delta staff report, adding the existing coastal dikes are at an elevation of 3.5 metres and currently do not adhere to the province’s seismic guidelines. It’s estimated a major dike breach in Ladner alone could cause $1-to$3 billion in damage. A previous report to council noted the goal by 2050 is to raise Delta’s dikes in a phased project that will take years to complete. That report states preliminary cost estimates for the first phase indicate that dike upgrades to 2050 could cost more than $350 million.

Seismic upgrading could cost an additional $300 million. Dike statutory rightsof-way that parallel the existing dike will also need to be acquired with acquisition costs estimated to be around $10 million. The city continues to apply for various grants, where available, for dike upgrades, flood risk assessments, flood and mitigation planning. Delta farmers have been participating in the BC Agriculture & Food Climate Action Initiative, helping develop the Delta Regional Adaptation Strategies document to identify and prioritize climate change-related risks to agriculture. The Fraser Basin Council, meanwhile, has lobbying for senior government funding for dike upgrades for the region’s vulnerable areas.

The University Counselling Department works passionately and tirelessly in assisting students with the exciting journey to post-secondary study. With an open-door policy and ofﬁce centrally located at the hub of the senior school classrooms, students feel comfortable sharing their future dreams. Whether through personalized course planning, parent information evenings, scholarship, or application reviews, Southpointe’s University Counselling Program provides a unique, value-added service for students. As Southpointe students graduate, they have all the tools and information necessary to succeed in achieving their post-secondary goals and dreams. In keeping with the school’s mission, they are inspired to learn, lead and succeed.

Southpointe provides its students with a wealth of resources and support to successfully navigate the university application process. Services include: inperson school presentations from visiting university admissions ofﬁcers, local campus tours, and access to a dedicated Southpointe website that provides onestop convenience on all aspects of university and career guidance counselling. Another essential component of Southpointe’s University Counselling Program is assisting students with scholarship applications. Students receive curated access to a number of scholarships, instruction in writing personal statements, and support with compiling references. Last year’s Class of 2021, with 45 graduates, received $491,000 in scholarship offers.

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Delta considering new parking lot for River Road West SANDOR GYARMATI

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The city is looking to create a new parking lot to alleviate parking concerns at the entrance to the Brunswick Point trail system. Staff outlined what’s being considered at a recent meeting of the Agricultural Advisory Committee (AAC), noting staff have met with residents along River Road West and adjoining areas regarding a proposed lot on River Road. The new parking lot, if approved by council, would help alleviate traffic congestion and interference with farm vehicles in the area. Having enough room to accommodate 30-to-40 cars, the paved or gravel lot would be located at approximately 30B Street. The committee was told the next steps include approval from

the Inspector of Dikes. Funding is available this year for the project and if all approvals are not in hand this year, funding will carry over to 2022. However, in discussions with the AAC, residents did raise concerns about attracting even more visitors to the area. The focus will be making sure there is minimal impact to working farm equipment and staff will continue to monitor traffic congestion, the committee was also told. Among the comments from committee members was that washroom facilities and garbage receptacles might also be needed. Due to safety concerns, the city earlier this year installed no parking signs on the road near the popular trail, but only where parking was never allowed in the first place.

Committee members noted that helped curb parallel-parked cars blocking driveways and access to farmlands. A staff report this year noted the dike trail has been a popular destination for recreational users over the years, with a notable increase this past year as a result of the pandemic. The report noted staff have reviewed the possibility of relocating to the south end of 34th Street, but it wasn’t seen as a viable option due to a number of reasons, including its narrow width and large ditches, no ability for vehicles to turn around and the shared road ownership with the Tsawwassen First Nation. Staff then proposed constructing a new parking area at River Road West at 30B Street and limiting existing on-street parking.

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Editor’s Note IAN JACQUES

What a great night for business in Delta! Last Friday, the Delta Chamber of Commerce held its annual Hats Off Awards gala, with a return to the Tsawwassen Springs ballroom. And although it was a smaller event than usual, due to COVID-19 health and safety protocols, it was sure nice to see some familiar faces and meet some new ones. The business community has taken it on the chin the past 20 months as they have had to pivot in so many directions in order to stay afloat. To have many of our businesses come together once again to celebrate their efforts was fantastic. My hats off to all our winners, nominees and most importantly, the Chamber of Commerce for their efforts in hosting such a successful event. The night was especially poignant, for all of us here at the Delta Optimist. As many of you no doubt know, we lost our former general manager Dave Hamilton in April after a courageous battle with cancer. The Chamber honoured Dave as this year’s Citizen of the Year. I can’t think of anyone more deserving as Citizen of the Year than Dave. He was a tireless advocate for business and for the community. In his decades with the Optimist, he always made sure there was a place in our pages for community organizations to get their messages out to the community. His work with Rotary, the Chamber as well as the Beach Grove Golf Club and other organizations was outstanding. If one was to look up in the dictionary the definition of “community” I’m pretty sure Dave’s picture would appear with that definition. Dave was one of a kind and we miss him all dearly here at the Optimist. Congratulations Dave on this amazing and long deserved honour. We know you are looking down and smiling at all of us.

Giving back this Christmas season, when you can’t volunteer

t’s a bit frustrating this time of year with COVID still hanging over our heads, although it is getting better. The border is opening (a bit), people can once again see loved ones they haven’t been able to see for so long. The vaccinated among us have a fair amount of freedom, but we still have to be very careful. So-called ‘breakthrough’ cases aren’t as rare as we thought (just ask the Ottawa Senators), but nowhere near as severe compared to the unvaccinated. Hopefully, 2022 will be the year we say ‘Goodbye’ to Covid, the visitor that wouldn’t leave. In the meantime, we still have the Holidays coming up. Normally a tough time for some that struggle, but these days it’s even worse, and the opportunities to help those folks are harder to find. Charities have had a tough time during COVID, with more people needing help and fewer people supporting them. Often, people tell me they are skeptical of charities, of where the money goes. National headlines about alleged improper donation use don’t help either. And with so many charities con-

Community Comment BRAD SHERWIN

stantly asking for help, it’s hard to decide sometimes. There are so many worthy charities in Delta, hard-working people that convert your donation into real help for someone who needs it. I sat on two charity Boards this past year, and saw first-hand how donations turned into the delivery of services and support for the community. For over 35 years, The Delta Community Foundation has raised funds to distribute to other local charities. Fundraising is hard work, the DCF lets charities work on delivering services instead. The Board does the job of making sure your money goes to worthy recipients. That makes it easy for you – they do the research,

you get the tax receipt, and a good feeling knowing you’ve helped the community. And there’s Deltassist, who has been instrumental in helping those in need throughout the pandemic. When a food bank needed to be set up, Deltassist was there. When seniors needed groceries, Deltassist was there. And now, with Christmas on the horizon, the annual Toy Depot and Christmas Hamper Program are underway, so everyone can hopefully have a little ‘normal’ at this time of year. There are many other worthy charities in Delta, not to mention helping our neighbours in Abbotsford and other flooddamaged areas of the province. Donating is as easy as going to a website or writing a cheque, but the good it will do extends a long way past your generosity. If you had a good year, please remember many others have not. Your support is appreciated. Brad Sherwin, MBA is a longtime resident of South Delta, and has over 30 years experience in marketing, public relations and business strategy. He teaches at BCIT, coaches hockey goalies and is Past President of Deltassist.

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Letters

Don’t paint all with same brush Editor: With regards to you report on in the Nov. 11 Optimist “aggressive Photographers disturbing Delta wildlife.” I am a photographer and a 40-year resident of Ladner. I have taken pictures and walked the dikes throughout those years. During COVID and the lockdown of many facilities including Reifel Bird Sanctuary there has been a huge increase in people enjoying the dikes inclusive of dog walkers, hunters and photographers. This has led to congested parking and an increase in popularity as people have been exposed to the natural beauty that is at our doorstep. I have also been taking

pictures on 72nd as well, including the surrounding dike. The complaints are coming from local people who are unable to find their favorite parking spot, as well as having racist overtones as there is a high percentage of photographers that are not of European lineage. The ladders that were mentioned are maximum 5’step ladders, used to give some people a better vantage point to take their pictures. If ladders had been used to cross over the ditch you would see the grass trampled down. It’s not! Do your research before reporting. With regards to being aggressive and disturbing the wildlife, the Barn

Owls in question regularly catch their meals without any disturbance from the photographers, who are quiet, respectful and a minimum of 20 yards away. That’s why photographers have telescopic lenses. Brunswick Point is another issue, which has been hit hard with a lot of traffic by all of the above which has lessened to some degree as venues start to re-open. In future please start taking a look at all the issues instead of painting everyone with the same brush. I believe the Sandor Gyarmati the Optimist and the City owes everyone an apology that has been negatively affected by this article. Robert McLean

$4 billion could buy us a lot of LRT Editor: In regards to the tunnel option for the Massey tunnel replacement and a recent letter from Preston Baggot, quote: “........... without an option for LRT it will be obsolete...............” And somehow a bridge will be different? TransLink does not operate LRT, nor plans to build with LRT. In fact TransLink’s planners have little knowledge of LRT as the region currently builds with much

more expensive light metro and to date has rejected LRT. One just does not add tracks on a bridge for rail transit, the bridge must be designed to operate with rail, especially true of a cable-stayed bridge and with no current planning for LRT, no tracks will be laid on the bridge, demonstrating that no rail transit will cross the bridge. There is only one bridge so designed for LRT or the modern tram

or streetcar and that is the Granville St. Bridge and no tram has ever crossed. The question I ask is why are we building a new bridge or tunnel at all, as supposedly we must reduce auto traffic significantly to comply with the government global warming targets? $4 billion could buy us a lot of LRT, about 160 km worth! That is something to think about! Malcolm Johnston

Stop the attack on the Fraser Estuary Editor: Kathleen Fry’s evocative description of the migrating birds arriving in Delta struck a chord with me (Delta Optimist, Oct. 28). This was in stark contrast to the disaster that took place on Oct. 22 just off the southern tip of Vancouver Island, when a container ship headed for Deltaport on Roberts Bank lost over 100 containers in heavy seas. We may never know the extent of the environmental damage caused; it’s already clear that it’s

significant. We must oppose any further development with the potential to endanger the Fraser Estuary. This unique and essential habitat is already under serious threat from commercial and urban activity on land in the area and increased shipping traffic. The Roberts Bank Terminal 2 project has already been proven to be unnecessary from a business point of view, and will exponentially increase the number of container trucks and

trains, contributing to more air and noise pollution. It will destroy over 1,000 hectares of habitat and has already been condemned by Environment and Climate Change Canada scientists who have said the project’s impacts on biofilm (a critical food source for millions of shorebirds) “are anticipated to be high in magnitude, permanent, irreversible, and, continuous.” Do we really need to know anything else? Debra Probert

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Editor: Re: Ladner Legion Branch 061 – Poppy Campaign and Remembrance Day On behalf of the Royal Canadian Legion Delta Branch 061, we wish to extend our deepest appreciation to the overall community, for their support during this year’s Poppy Campaign. Total donations are somewhat less than last year, due in part to the inability of the Cadets, Girl Guides and Boy Scouts to fully assist us. These donations were, mostly achieved due to the large number of our dedicated members and members of the community who came forth to volunteer, with many of them doing more than one shift. We were also assisted, for the first time, by several Delta Firefighters who did

numerous shifts. We are ever so grateful for their support. Without these dedicated individuals we would not have the funds to give back to the community. In addition, we must also extend this appreciation to all the store merchants and the Delta School District for accepting our donation boxes in their stores and the School District for distributing and collecting all donations. These donations belong to the Community and will be distributed back into the Community in the coming months. We constantly monitor the Community and in particular our veterans and their families who may require assistance. We also believe that not having a regular Remembrance Day with thousands of residents

being in attendance may have been a factor. I find it difficult having a Remembrance Day without a proper ceremony with a parade and marching supporters and veterans. We would also like to mention the support we receive from the Delta Police Pipe Band who are so dedicated in honouring Remembrance Day and demonstrate that so gracefully when they play on parade. In closing we are indebted to everyone especially our patrons, who continue to support us in keeping the Legion operational during these uncertain and difficult times. Gerry Bramhill Royal Canadian Legion Branch 61 President Poppy Campaign Chair

Columnist couldn’t be more right about more affordable housing Re: More affordable options needed Editor: I am completely in agreement with Ms. Abbott about the poor choices being made for new housing in South Delta (Community Comment, Optimist, Nov. 11). I just witnessed another two monster houses go up on Central

Ave. to replace one small house. These houses are completely out of scale with the surrounding neighbourhood. Given the city apparently doesn’t care about scale, why do they keep approving monstrous, unaffordable houses when the same lot could accommodate an affordable duplex or row housing? Unless you are

a family of 10 you don’t need these enormous houses. I brought my two boys up in a 1,500 sq. foot duplex. We were perfectly comfortable. It is the time the city stopped listening to the naysayers and started directing developers to build housing that people can actually afford. Jane McCall

Can Beach Grove townhouse application be re-considered? Editor: I very much appreciated and agreed with Ingrid Abbott’s column: predictable housing options damage our neighbourhoods (Optimist, Nov. 11). As she says, we must embrace diversity and a variety of housing solu-

tions. I was disappointed in city council’s decision re the townhouse development in Beach Grove. I’m wondering--and this is a serious question-whether the 625 names on the petition against it might be polled again, now that they have heard

young people and many others speaking up, even pleading for this, offering reasonable and thoughtful responses to concerns. Polled again, that it, and asked to sign a petition with a request that this development be re-considered. Dora Dueck

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505-Junk hosting clothing drive fundraiser Help support mental health and suicide prevention by donating Saturday in Tsawwassen

505-Junk is hosting a clothing drive fundraiser on Saturday (Nov. 27) at the South Delta Recreation Centre in Tsawwassen. The purpose of the event is to raise funds for Movember, while providing Delta residents an opportunity to donate unwanted clothing in an environmentally-friendly manner. Here’s how it works: 505-Junk will have multiple trucks on site at the Rec Centre between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Residents are invited to drop off an unlimited amount of bagged clothing, which will be collected by the 505-Junk team on site. Residents are also welcome to donate a small amount to the team’s Movember fundraising campaign, however it is not required. 505-Junk will donate $0.10/ lb of clothing to the team’s Movember campaign. All clothing will be weighed on site with the company’s onboard weighing systems.

Clothing will be dropped off at the Salvation Army. “Raising awareness of mental health and suicide prevention is so important, especially when considering the effects of COVID-19,” says Barry Hartman, Co-Founder & CEO at 505-Junk. “I’m so proud of our team for putting this event together, and for finding a way to raise awareness for an important issue. I really encourage everyone to stop by and drop off a few bags of clothing. Your efforts will help fundraise for a good cause, free up some space in your closet, and find a new home while keeping your items out of the landfill.” The City of Delta is a partner in the event. “I would like to thank Mr. Hartman and the entire team at 505-Junk for their generosity and commitment to raising awareness and funds for mental health and suicide prevention resources,” said Mayor George Harvie. “It’s inspiring to see a local

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Point Roberts parcel services about to get crazy busy after 20 long months MARK BOOTH

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Beth Calder is preparing for another flood except this one consists of parcels and customers. The co-owner and general manager of Point-to-Point parcel service in Point Roberts is thrilled to learn starting Tuesday (Nov. 30) a negative PCR test is no longer required for fully-vaccinated Canadians to return through the border on trips 72 hours or less. Now she is bracing herself for what’s on the horizon. The ease of restrictions happens to coincide with Black Friday and Cyber Monday which is always the busiest time of year for the 21-year-old operation, as well as other parcel businesses in the tiny peneenclave of about 800 residents. Typically, Calder would have at least 10 people working for her during the hectic stretch. She currently has four staff members and unsure where

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Starting Tuesday, fully vacinated Canadians can return from the U.S. on non-essential short trips (72 hours or less) and not be required to provide a negative PCR test. she is going to find the additional help. “We were pushed to the brink of what I would call complete devastation where we lost 70 percent of our staff. I can’t just magically create new staff,” said Calder. “I have been in constant communication with all the realtors because

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now that we know we are going into this. It’s not going to get me far.” Calder had already seen her business pick-up when the U.S. opened its border to non-essential travel earlier this month. It resulted in some of her regular customers paying $200 for a PCR test, then

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Deltassist looking for cash, cheques and gift card donations for Christmas support program DANI PENALOZA

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With all the instability that has come with the pandemic, Deltassist is determined to help as many low-income families and seniors as they can this Christmas – and they need your help. In partnership with Delta service groups, Deltassist staff and volunteers are currently accepting cash, cheques and gift cards to help folks put food

on the table and gifts under trees on Christmas. The non-profit dedicated to Delta residents’ wellbeing is keeping their Christmas program restricted to monetary donations only again this year, with the goal of keeping the community, clients, volunteers and staff as safe as possible. Deltassist’s Christmas Coordinator Corinne Harrison notes that cash donations are preferred, as they can use it to purchase a bulk amount of gift

cards at a discounted price. Last year’s holiday season, Deltassist supported 659 families – and of that number, 951 children – within the community, she says. Already, a month after registration opened on Oct. 18, they were already at 400 clients, and expect a similar, if not higher, total number of registrants this year than they had last year, she says. Online donations are also being accepted on Deltassist’s

website, but otherwise can be dropped off or mailed to their Ladner (#202, 5000 Bridge St.) or North Delta (9097 120th St.) office. Both office’s hours are Monday to Friday from 9:30 a.m. to noon and then 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., if you are wanting to drop it off. Additionally, Deltassist also needs help stocking their Emergency Food Cupboard, and is looking for donations of pasta sauce, cereal, granola

bars, canned fruit, fruit cups, hearty soup, Kraft dinner, peanut butter and jam. To arrange a food drop-off, please contact Kam Dhaliwal at 604-238-4024 or kamd@deltassist.com. If you’re interested in registering for Deltassist’s Christmas program or are looking to donate, check out Deltassist’s website at deltassist.com/community/ christmas-toy-drive-and-foodhampers.

Pebble Hill students raise hundreds for Delta Meals on Wheels program The Grade 7 students of Pebble Hill Elementary saw the September 23rd Delta Optimist article regarding the Delta Meals on Wheels Society (DMoW) and decided to support it as part of their Leadership Initiative project. Students brainstormed and agreed to hold a School-Wide Used Book Sale. The Grade 7s advertised, collected, sorted, and priced books, and during

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Peeble Hill Grade 7 students and teachers with Maurice Newby from the Delta Meals on Wheels Society.

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three-day sale at lunch time, raised $640 for Delta Meals on Wheels. Grade 7 teachers Megan Craven, Paige Hunter, and Alison Hardy were there to provide guidance and said the entire school was excited for reading and supporting a local organization. DMoW president Maurice Newby, President was at the school Nov. 18 to accept the

generous donation. He was grateful and thanked the Grade 7s for their hard work and successful book sale, and expressed his appreciation to the entire school. He was inspired by the young students of Delta! For information on the Delta Meals on Wheels program, please contact coordinator Linda Easdown at 604-946-9526 or easdowns@hotmail.com.

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Community

Festival of Lights at Tsawwassen Springs starts Friday MARK BOOTH

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Evenings are about to get a whole lot brighter at Tsawwassen Springs. The third annual Festival of Lights at Tsawwassen Springs gets underway on Friday (Nov. 26) at 4 p.m. and will continue through until Jan. 1. Close to 100 decorated Christmas trees will be located around the clubhouse area and 18th hole of the golf resort, creating a festive evening walk through a forest of trees for those wanting to get into the holiday spirit. Nearby Nat’s Coffee House will be open for hot beverages and snacks. The event is a huge fundraiser for the Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation with over $32,000 generated in 2020 which went towards

the purchase of a muchneeded Colonoscope for Delta Hospital. This year, the goal is to purchase two Cardiac Monitors for the Emergency Department. The money is raised by local businesses paying a set fee to sponsor their tree which they also decorate. The generosity of Harris Nursery also plays a big part by donating and delivering all the trees. Members of the Delta Firefighters Charitable Society gave up their time last Friday to help with the delivery and tree setup. With COVID-19 safety restrictions in mind, there will not be an opening ceremony for a second straight year and the ice rink will also not be in operation. Instead the area will be used for photo opportunities.

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Delta Firefighters Charitable Society members and Tsawwassen Springs staff unloaded donated trees from Harris Nursery in preparation for the third annual Festival of Lights (below) that starts tomorrow. “We have lots of new businesses this year. We are at 89 trees right now,” said Jill Presley, business and marketing coordinator for Tsawwassen Springs. “It’s for a great cause and best of all it’s free (admission).”

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Greenland Dr, Parkgrove Cres, Woodland Dr ...................................................................................................................................79

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This year we are continuing with distributing gift cards to families in need in Delta, to buy food for Christmas and toys for their children.

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Community Christmas at Southlands PHOTOS BY JIM KINNEAR

The Southlands community in Boundary Bay kicked off the holiday season last Saturday with a tree lighting celebration in Market Square. (Right) The Hind family took in the many activities that included fire dancers and a visit from Santa.

The Delta Division of Family Practice wishes to thank the following organizations for their generous support in the planning and smooth running of the Delta Division Inﬂuenza vaccination clinics held at Harris Barn. This immense undertaking would not have been possible without this great partnership. • City of Delta • Delta Hospital • South Delta Family Physicians • South Delta Public Health • Fraser Health

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Thank you to vaccination recipients for helping to keep everyone safe by respecting COVID-19 protocols.

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Community

Nature Notes: Supporting the Pollinator’s Path MORGAN POWELL

Delta Farmland & Wildlife Trust

A busy bee travels from flower to flower, providing life to the bounty of plants found here in Delta.

Although some plants are self-pollinating, many require the help of pollinators, such as bees, to carry out this function. Pollination is a regionally specific process, as

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different ecosystems host different species of plants and animals. Here in Delta, blueberry crops are dependent on commercial honey bees and native bees for pollination. In the spring when blueberries are flowering, pollinators feed on the flowers’ nectar. A pollinator will collect pollen from the male part of a flower (the anther) and then transfer that pollen to the female part of another flower (the stigma). But once the flowers have been fertilized and develop into berries, pollinators are left without a food source. By enhancing sections of farmland with habitat containing flowering plants, farmers can ensure the continued availability of foraging resources for pollinators. Gurprit Brar is a local grower who plants clover strips on his fields

in order to attract pollinators and maintain a healthy ecosystem. “It’s our duty to leave them flowers so that they have a food source in the off season … once we have those management practices that encourage native pollinators, they will start to work for us,” says Brar. Supporting pollinators is critical to ensuring the future of food security. It is estimated that pollinators are responsible for sourcing one out of every three bites of food we consume. Although effective, these management strategies can be costly for growers. This is why Delta Farmland & Wildlife Trust offers various stewardship programs that share with farmers the cost of enhancing farmland with natural habitat such as planting grass and floral strips. These types of

PHOTO BY MORGAN POWELL

Pollinator at work. habitat provide important sources of food for pollinators as well as an array of other benefits to agriculture and the environment.

Editor’s Note: Nature Notes is a twice a month column written by the Delta Naturalists Society and their other community partners.

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our cup of coffee or your child’s favourite toy could end up costing you a pretty penny. This year, a global shipping container shortage has seen the average cost to move a 40-foot steel container of cargo by sea rise by upwards of 500% above the seasonal average, according to Drewry Shipping. The long-lasting impact could mean we see price increases in many common household goods, including appliances, furniture, toys and more. Then came an atmospheric river event in B.C. on Nov. 15 that wiped out large sections of the province’s highway infrastructure, largely cutting off the Interior and the Lower Mainland. With both those issues in mind, here are five tips on how to shop this holiday season so that your packages don’t get hung up by the supply chain.

#1: SHOP LOCAL The best way to ensure you get the goods in hand and support your local small business owners and vendors is to shop in person. Check out their websites and social media feeds for products they carry. You can also call to make sure the item is in stock. #2: ORDER ONLINE, PICK UP IN-STORE Shopping online and picking up instore or curbside is now commonplace for many businesses, including local independent retailers to big box stores like Best Buy and Canadian Tire. #3: FIND LOCAL ARTISANS i.e. Etsy is the go-to online destination for handmade goods, but did you know you can filter your results for local Canadian artisans? Type an item into the search bar (ie: “party decora-

tions”) and from there click “All filters” and set the shop location to Canada. #4: PRIORITIZE YOUR SHOPPING LIST Start with the most in-demand stuff first: tech and toys always fly off the shelves. Shop early and always triple-check delivery options and estimated dates for your area. #5: DEDICATED CANADIAN SHIPPING Current road conditions aside, ordering goods that don’t cross a border is a smoother process than international shopping (no duty and fewer delays). Have your heart sent on a gift that you can’t find in Canada? Before caving into a pricey and lengthy international shipment, check the manufacturer’s site to see if they

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list stockists and retailers who carry their goods. Whenever possible, choosing a Canadian retailer—whether they be big or small—will mean a smoother shipment. Keep in mind that some U.S. big box retailers, such as Zara and the Gap, also have warehouses within Canada. If you’re purchasing through Amazon, a Prime subscription offsets shipping costs and speeds up the process, too. Keep an eye out for items labelled “sold and shipped by Amazon” as those tend to move quickly from hubs nearby compared to items shipped directly from Amazon’s third-party retailers. By Maria Tallarico, Glacier Media

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The ancient Israelites also moved through perilous and tragic times. It was during these hard times that the prophets spoke to proclaim hope to the people. This was not a “cheer up” message invoking the power of positive thinking, but a message of hope rooted in God’s promise that a Saviour would come into the world. It was a message of hope intended to carry the people through hardship.

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As the candle of hope is lit, I would encourage you to contemplate the meaning of hope that God gives, which is different from the hope offered by the world. If you find hope fading, look upon the candle to remind yourself that true hope is not something that is generated within, but comes from outside of yourself, through the Holy Spirit. Read passages from Holy Scripture which embody this message of God’s hope. These include, but are not limited to, Isaiah 9: 2; Isaiah 40: 31; Jeremiah 19: 11; Psalm 18:1; Psalm 33: 18; Psalm 71: 14; 1 Peter:1:13; 1 Peter 5: 10; 1 Thessalonians 1: 3; Colossians 1: 2-7. Ephesians 1: 8. Countless people testify to the power of God’s hope. As the days get shorter and ever darker, the brightness of the candle of hope reminds us that nothing can extinguish God’s promises.

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This upcoming Sunday, the season of Advent begins. It is a time to anticipate, in memory, the arrival of Christ into the world as the baby Jesus, to look forward to Christ coming again, and to contemplate the risen and ascended Lord meeting us in the present. In this regard, the Advent wreath is a powerful symbol. The circle of the wreath represents eternal life, and the unbrokenness of God’s presence and promise. Each week an additional candle is lit, so that on the fourth Sunday, all candles burn symbolizing hope, peace, joy, and love. This Sunday, we will begin by lighting the candle of hope. As we all know, the impact of local flooding has been devastating. Four people died, thousands of livestock perished, property has been destroyed, and people have been cut off and displaced.

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Photo club focusing on abstract art Musical runs from Dec. 3-12 at South Delta Secondary’s Exquinox Theatre

Delta Photo Club presents “Abstract Art Photography” with awardwinning fine art photographer Ursula Abresch on Wednesday, Dec. 1 at 7:30 p.m. “Abstract images do not have an immediate recognizable association with visible, concrete reality,” said Abresch. “They also are images that originate from reality, but create their own reality. I use elements such as colour, light, shadow, line, shape and texture to show memories, feelings, sensations and impressions. My images tell stories and play music, create new realities in a unique and individual way, and sometimes are simply the appreciation of beauty. “With this presentation I hope to inspire photographers of all levels to make pictures in a way that may provide them and their viewers a deeper understanding of their subject, but also great satisfaction and joy.” See more on her website at: www.ursulasphotos.com. The Zoom link for the workshop will be sent in the afternoon of Dec. 1. To attend the workshop, you can become a member of the Delta Photo Club by filling out the membership form at http://deltaphotoclub. com/member-sign-upform. You can also attend as a guest by sending an email transfer of $10 to workshops@deltaphotoclub.com by 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 30. Please include your name, email address, and Club affiliation with the transfer. Should you have any questions about the Photo Club or using the Zoom platform, email: president@deltaphotoclub.

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Delta streets will be filled with the sounds of children’s revolting righteous rebellion when Delta Youth Theatre presents Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical Jr. from Dec. 3 to 12 at the Equinox Theatre (SDSS) in Tsawwassen. Based on the beloved book Matilda and adapted from the 2013 awardwinning full-length musical, Matilda The Musical Jr. tells the story of an extraordinary girl who, armed with a vivid imagination, a sharp mind and psychokinetic powers dares to take a stand, and in so doing, changes the course of her life story. The show is directed and choreographed by DYT’s Tony Barton and Tracy Neff, whose company offers pre-professional training for young performers through DYT’s year-long season and many acclaimed shows. “Early on in the show Matilda sings, ‘Even if you’re little you can do a lot,’ says Neff about one of the shows’ musical numbers. “It’s a powerful reminder for each of us, with all of our unique

quirks and personal obstacles, to take ownership for our circumstance and to do everything we can to improve ourselves, and our lives.” Picking up on the theme of taking personal responsibility for your life, Barton comments, “Working with these young people constantly reminds Tracy and I that ‘little’ people can do a lot. We set the bar high for them and expect excellence no matter how old they are or what talents they bring to the table.” Barton and Neff both add that they are always inspired by the commitment these young people have to delivering consistently high quality work. Barton and Neff wanted to expose DYT’s student performers to other instructors and directors for Matilda The Musical Jr., and so brought in guest instructors Susan Bertoia and Darren Burkett. Bertoia is a celebrated Vancouver creator, actor and educator. A faculty member of the UBC theatre department, Bertoia specializes in devised theatre, physical theatre and commedia dell’arte. “Watching Susan work is thrilling. She shows

you what creativity looks like in action. It’s exciting, uncomfortable, beautiful, messy and everything in between,” said Neff. “Having Darren join the production team has been a huge benefit as he toured with the Broadway National tour of Matilda. “He is also a gifted teacher and choreographer.” Neff and Barton met Darren in 2009 at the Chemainus Theatre Festival when they all performed in Oklahoma. “He not only brings the musical numbers, Bruce, and Revolting Children, to life for our show, he’s also brought a depth of understanding about the original creation of show,” added Barton. Delta Youth Theatre’s production of Matilda has been in the works for two years, says Barton who will also make an appearance as the dreaded character Agatha Trunchbull in casts one and four. DYT presents Matilda The Musical Jr. with four student casts. Tickets are available online at: deltayouththeatre.com/ for between $28 and $35. Call 604417-7748 for more details.

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Delta Youth Theatre’s production of Matilda has been in the works for two years. It opens Dec. 3.

Artist showcasing Tsawwassen driftwood at Science World exhibit DANI PENALOZA

C o n t r i b u t i n g Wr i t e r

Tsawwassen’s Bettina Harvey applies an emotional, sensorial lens to the science of dendrochronology – the study of counting and examining tree rings to understand their lives – in her latest art series, Dendrochroma. Until Feb. 4, the “Mood Rings” part of her series will be exhib-

ited alongside other science-inspired works at Science World in Vancouver. “Inspired by her own experiences watching her father lose his memory to dementia, Dendrochroma explores the tangible and intangible relationship between colour, memory and natural elements through driftwood, graphite and bright, powerful colours,” reads her press release.

Using the drawings of driftwood as her foundation, Harvey uses colour gradients to represent the changing, aging mind in terms of emotion, perception and personality. The smooth blending and bleeding of the colours into one another signifies how the past affects the experience of aging. “Harvey’s process reacts to the ‘thermo-

chromic’ mood rings of the mid-1970s – a fad that mistook changes in body temperature as mood swings, indicated by transformations in colour. The fad is part of a larger cultural impulse to connect colour gradations with mood, and Harvey’s pieces pay homage to the ongoing fascination with colour as an expression of intricate and complicated experiences of emotion,”

reads Harvey’s website. Dendrochroma has grown from her previous series, “Drift” – a graphite drawing collection inspired by pieces of driftwood her father had chosen and gifted to her as the two walked along beaches together after he had been diagnosed with dementia. For more information on Harvey and her art, visit www.bettinaharvey. com.

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Draw a picture of your favourite Christmas scene, colour it, then enter our

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• Shop Locally • Stroll the Village • Enjoy the Lights • Support Local Businesses

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Having had to guide their business through many world-changing events, such as 9/11, Sars, H1N1 to name a few, Carole and Gina remained steadfast Expedia Cruises in their vision and forged ahead to tackle and conquer all that was put in their path. As 2020 unfolded, the world would yet again be hit with another life changing blow. Covid-19 took a grip and the industry they loved was devastated, Carole and Gina, along with their team of 30 consultants banded together, tightened the reigns, and held on for the long arduous journey ahead. As the world shut down these two ladies looked ahead at the brighter days to come. Eternally optimistic, hopeful, and sure that the world will once again travel. Whether by Air, Land or Sea, they will be here in your community helping “Navigate your Spectacular Vacation Experiences”!

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Ladner Village Christmas

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Shopping local this holiday season, as well as the rest of the year, is all about keeping the “ripple effect” of benefits within the community, says the Ladner Business Association’s (LBA) new President Janice Lawlor-Cooper. And the LBA’s “Thank You Contest”, which will run from Dec. 1-24, is designed to encourage folks to support local business during the season of giving back. For every $20 spent at a participating LBA-member business, shoppers will be entered into a draw to win one of 10 $100 gift cards to a member-business of their choosing. Shoppers can receive up to 10 entries per transaction with the $200 cap, before taxes. “Often, when we’re trying to promote Christmas and keeping

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your business local, it focuses on the Village, but our membership is so much more than just the retailers in the Village ... So, this gives an opportunity for all of our business members to engage with their customers,” says Lawlor-Cooper. Their Thank You Contest, as well as tonight’s (Nov. 25) Christmas Tree Festival is a way for the LBA to safely spread some holiday cheer within the community while keeping COVID precautions in mind. Using that same reasoning, they will not be hosting their usual Breakfast with Santa event this year. “We’re just a volunteer organization and we don’t really have the protocols in place to be able to have that kind of large crowd indoors, serving food, so we’re just going to hold off again for one more year and see what next year brings,” says Lawlor-Cooper.

In late October, the LBA held its annual general meeting to discuss who would be on the board, as four previous members, including past president Jill McKnight, were stepping back. The new board members are Deborah Charles from Wellspring Wills & Estate planning, Dianne Smith from RACR Services Inc., Svetlana Loif from Chopped Leaf and Jonathon Fluevog from Fluevog Films. Voted onto the executive team during the first board meeting in November were Lawlor-Cooper of Dynacor Coatings (2004) Ltd. as president, Valerie Miller of Delta Farmland and Wildlife Trust as vice president, Mandip Gill of Sutton Group - Seafair Realty as secretary and Alviene Wilkins of Vinca’s Kitchen as treasurer. To keep up to date with the LBA, check them out on Facebook and Instagram @ladnerbusiness.

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Ladner Village Christmas

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Illuminated trees create a festive atmosphere in Ladner Village even beyond the holiday season.

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Santa visiting Ladner Village tonight for annual Christmas Tree Festival DANI PENALOZA

Optimist Contributor

Santa’s coming to town tonight, and everyone is invited to join him in the Ladner Village for an evening of giveaways, gingerbread cookies and live music. On Thursday (Nov. 25), from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., the Ladner Business Association (LBA) will host their annual Christmas Tree Festival in-person at the corner of 48th Ave. and Delta St. in the Village. Santa is scheduled to arrive by firetruck around 7 p.m. to light the Christmas tree.

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Though there won’t be gingerbread decorating this year to keep the event more COVID-friendly, there will be individually-wrapped gingerbread cookies available for kids. The colouring contest will also still be running, but instead of children all colouring together at the event, the LBA has made the colouring sheet available on their website and in select stores throughout the Village to do beforehand and bring to the festival. To print off the colouring contest page, head to the LBA’s website at ladnerbusiness.com/events/christmas-

tree-festival. There will be prizes for winners, courtesy of Neighbourhood Plumbing & Heating. Children are also encouraged to bring their letters to Santa and drop them into the mailbox created by Warner Brothers, who is one of many event sponsors, as a thank you for the filming they’ve done in the Village through the year. Live music will be provided by Tony Barton and the Delta Youth Theatre. This year’s Christmas Tree Festival is being presented by the Port of Vancouver.

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Hats Off Awards

A night to celebrate business in Delta Chamber of Commerce hosts 70th annual Hats Off to Excellence Awards IAN JACQUES

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Business was in the spotlight and success was on the menu as the Delta Chamber of Commerce hosted its 70th annual Hats Off to Excellence Awards Friday night (Nov. 19) at Tsawwassen Springs. Returning to an in-person gala after last year’s event went virtual due to the COVID-19 pandemic, a smaller crowd came together to celebrate the Delta business community. “Tonight we are fortunate to be here…in person…to celebrate the business excellency in our community and this is a tremendous feat,” said Jill McKnight, executive director of the Chamber of Commerce.

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Delta Chamber of Commerce executive director Jill McKnight (left) and board chair Yvonne Anderson. Board chair Yvonne Anderson said it was “amazing to be here” together again. “This just feels like a ray of sunshine after a very long time of being shut in,” said Anderson. “As a small business owner I know how hard it is to start and maintain a busi-

ness, so hats off to all the nominees. Your efforts, your employment and economic growth in Delta and in our community is amazing. Delta is a special place to live, work and play and I’m proud to be a business owner and a member of the Delta Chamber of Commerce.”

Since 1910 the Delta Chamber of Commerce has been the voice of business in the community. The annual awards gala is a chance to recognize business and business achievement in the community. Six awards were hand-

ed out as well, recognition was paid to outgoing executive director Garry Shearer as well as longstanding business leader and chamber member Gordon Payne, who passed away in October. Delta’s Citizen of the Year was presented posthumously to Optimist general manager and community champion Dave Hamilton. (See related story online and on page one). The award winners included: Rising Star Business: Collaborative Wellness – winner Finalists: The Roasted Bean at Northgate and The Hub Refillery Small Business of the Year: MATT Concrete winner

Finalists: Scottsdale Optometry and Premier Plastics Medium Business of the Year: Adrenalin Marine – winner Finalists: McKim Mechanical and ATI Truck Body & Paint Large Business of the Year: Linwood Custom Homes – winner Finalists: North Delta Seafoods and Tidewater Container Services Community Impact: Alongside You – winner Finalists: 505-Junk and Evolution Group of Companies Apprentice of the Year: Jordan Hawksworth – winner Finalists: Matt Braun and Mark Herrington.

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Congratulations to all the other ﬁnalists. We exist because people matter. When we started in 2015, we had a dream to fill gaps in services in our hometown. That dream started with Andrew and Meg and the clinic is now full of staff and associates who love this community and try to find ways to make an impact through their expertise. We’ve got expertise across the board in mental health and chronic conditions, including: • Individual, Couples, and Family Counselling • Individual and Group Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) • Addictions and Recovery • Therapeutic Arts Programs • Neurofeedback • Registered Massage Therapy • Therapeutic Dance/Movement • Professional Training / Workshops • And more… We all struggle, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s ok, we’re all in it together. Sometimes the biggest challenge is figuring out what it is that we need. This is especially true for our kids. Our team is continually growing and expanding - here’s a few people we’d like you to meet. Our vision for Delta is to be a community of hope. Our mission is to ignite hope and build resilience in our community. It takes a village and we’re honoured to be a part of yours.

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Scottsdale Optometry Congratulates all the ﬁnalists of 2021 Hats off to Excellence Awards!

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The evening included former Delta Chamber of Commerce executive director Garry Shearer being recognized for his work.

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Among the special guests was Delta MP and Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion Carla Qualtrough.

Holistic, integrative healthcare in the heart of Ladner Village We are honored to have received the Rising Star Award from the Delta Chamber of Commerce. This year’s Hats Off To Excellence Awards highlighted so many amazing local businesses and it meant a lot for us to be included in such company. A special congratulations goes out to The Hub Refillery and The Roasted Bean at Northgate, who were finalists with us in the Rising Star category.

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Delta Chamber of Commerce board chair Yvonne Anderson called upon the auctioning talents of Delta South MLA Ian Paton to help raise money for the Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation during the 70th annual Hats Off to Excellence Awards.

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The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the health and well-being of many individuals, with no group more affected than older adults. Social isolation and loneliness, factors linked to poor physical and mental well-being, were already challenges for many seniors, and have been amplified by the pandemic. What can be done to break this pandemiccaused isolation? One way is to re-engage slowly and carefully in activities that were enjoyed pre-pandemic, or try your hand at new ones. The KinVillage Community Centre offers a variety of activities in a safe and welcoming environment. Proof of vaccination, ID, and wearing a mask are required on site to ensure everyone is safe and at ease. There is something

for everyone to get you moving, interacting with others, and having fun. If you’d like to increase your fitness level, there is a class for you. Need to shake the lethargy from your brain, try the monthly brain teaser event. If you’re tired of your own cooking, enjoy a meal at the café. If you want to relax, listen to live music or attend a free movie. From bridge, bingo, painting and carpet bowling, to snooker, dancing, ukulele jams and tai chi, you’re sure to find something that piques your interest. If you spent down time during the pandemic clearing out your closets, KinVillage will happily accept your gently used women’s clothing for the Unique Boutique, where you can find quality clothes to update your wardrobe. This boutique

is one of Tsawwassen’s best kept secrets with great finds at unbelievable prices. If you are looking for a home for the books you are ready to pass on, KinVillage is now accepting book donations as well. The much anticipated 2022 Book Sale will be held in late March, and will be worth the wait. Still haven’t gotten your flu shot? Head over to the KinVillage Community Centre today (Nov. 25), for a dose of protection. With so much happening, there are plenty of reasons to leave the house! Drop by to see what inspires you at KinVillage Community Centre. You can even try your first class for free! KinVillage Community Centre is located at 5430 10th Ave. Visit kinvillage.org for more infomation.

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Sixty-eight-year-old Shirley Loewen and her husband, Ken (74), recently maneuvered through the process of finding a long-term care facility for Ken’s mother. It was tough to know where to start, “We did a lot of Googling, a lot of calling different locations,” Shirley notes. “It was all so foreign to us.” In the end, their efforts paid off; they found a facility that suited Ken’s mom well, her quality of life improved, and she is flourishing there. Shirley and Ken aren’t alone; struggling to speak the foreign language of senior living is a predicament many find themselves in. A desire to bring some clarity to a complex and sometimes stressful topic is what drove Bria Communities to develop a free 18-page inter-

active Guide to Senior Living in B.C. “There is a lot of confusion and misconceptions surrounding housing and care options for older British Columbians,” says Tanya Snow, Director of Bria Communities, a group of four privately-owned independent living senior communities and two long-term care centres in Langley and Tsawwassen. “We wanted to create a resource that focused exclusively on senior living and homecare—something to help demystify the options.” “For 25 years, I’ve been offering advice off the side of my desk. People like Shirley reach out because they don’t know where else to go,” says Snow. “It feels like my professional and civic responsibility to help.” Options like assisted living, independent living, home care, and long-term care each have

easily overlooked nuances. First-timers to the conversation can easily get turned around; reaching out to industry experts is the natural response. The Guide to Senior Living in B.C. brings together more than 100 combined years of senior living expertise found among the General Managers and Directors of Care at Bria Communities. It offers a onestop shop for older adults who want to know their options. Simple descriptions and definitions of terms, expert advice, overviews of services and subsidies, and clickable next steps all unlock the mysteries of senior living. “All too often, I talk to adult children who are in a crisis with their parent’s living situation, and they don’t know where to begin,” says Snow. “Ideally, a resource like this prevents last-minute, urgent decision-making.” She points

out that equipping yourself ahead of time ultimately leads to greater choices. “If you know what’s available, you can take advantage of it and enjoy a healthier lifestyle rather than waiting for an accident or incident to define your next step.” Discussions about senior living next steps frequently happen among Shirley and Ken’s peers. “It comes up either because we have older adults in our lives who need to move or because our kids are looking at us thinking, “when are you going to downsize?’” She and Ken live in a detached home in Aldergrove, and as their neighbourhood fills with young families, they think about what kind of community they’ll need when they make their next move. “We’re thinking longrange because we want to find somewhere fulfilling,” she says. The Guide to Senior Living in B.C. simplifies a complicat-

ed topic for Shirley, “It’s succinct, easy to follow and easy to understand. I love that you can go to the links right in the document and click through to additional resources,” she says. Equipping older adults with a tool for navigating the maze of senior living doesn’t just answer questions; it can offer hope. “The reality is that there’s lots of lively and vibrant options for seniors,” added Snow. “Your retirement home could be your best home, and it certainly doesn’t have to be your last one. “Our goal with this guide is to help define the options and take the stress out of making the transition.” The Guide to Senior Living is a free interactive pdf available online at BriaCommunities. ca/Guide. Seniors who do not have access to a computer can request a paper copy by calling 1-844-969-BRIA (2742).

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Instead of looking at potential match-ups, it’s fuel rationing and road closures at the forefront this week for the South Delta Sun Devils senior girls volleyball team. The top ranked Sun Devils should be taking aim at a fourth B.C. School Sports champions banner in program history at next week’s B.C. AAAA tournament in Nanaimo. However, the showcase event could be downsized to a regional tournament due to last week’s storm resulting in highway closures and fuel rationing. That’s already happen with high school football playoffs that have been divided into Coastal

and Interior playdowns. Volleyball teams will know their fate sometime on Wednesday, beyond the Optimist deadline. Sun Devils head coach Dan Burgess learned Monday his team can travel to Nanaimo next week as long as the province-wide fuel rationing has been lifted by then. However, he is fully expecting to be playing in a regional tournament with travel being so limited. The most recent B.C. AAAA rankings featured three Interior schools among the top 10 – Kelowna, Mt. Boucherie and Okanagan-Mission. “I don’t think they will come and I don’t think B.C. School Sports will call it a provincial (tournament) anymore,” said Burgess. “I don’t get

stress about things I can’t control. I hope the girls realize that too. This is above our paygrade. You take what you can get.” Regardless of what happens, the Sun Devils at least produced a pair of big victories in the last couple of weeks. After capturing the Red Serge Classic in dramatic fashion in Port Coquitlam, the girls added a South Fraser playoff title with a four-set win over the Seaquam Seahawks in last week’s championship match played at Lord Tweedsmuir Secondary in Cloverdale. Senior Jane McDonald earned tournament MVP honours. Teammates Myah Cressy and Mackenzie Campbell were named all-stars.

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South Delta’s Jane McDonald hits past a pair of Seaquam blockers during last week’s South Fraser AAAA title match. The Sun Devils won 3-1 with McDonald earning tournament MVP honours.

Surging Pacers earn first B.C. berth in over a decade It’s not how you start the season but rather how you finish and there is no better proof of that than the Delta Pacers senior girls volleyball team. After opening South Fraser Tier One League play with a 1-3 record, the Pacers have been rolling since, culminating with a second place finish at the South Fraser AAA Championships after a dramatic five-set loss to No. 3 provincially ranked and host McMath in the gold medal match. The result secures Delta its first B.C. tournament berth in at least a decade. The girls are guided by parent volunteer Grant Hornby. His daughters graduated two

South Fraser AAA runners-up Delta Pacers. years ago and he has continued on with the program. Sam Cates, a 2021 DSS grad, is his

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assistant coach. “It’s the hardest working team I have coached in the past

seven years at the school,” said a proud Hornby. “Not only are they playing amazing volleyball, they are amazing young ladies with bright futures!” The host Wildcats spent the entire regular season in the South Fraser Premier League, that includes No. 1 AAAA ranked South Delta, but the Pacers were hardly intimated. The fifth set went right down to the wire with the Wildcats finally prevailing 15-13, in front of a raucous crowd that featured plenty of DSS support too. The team was led by senior Greta Palvarini and aged up Grade 10 Alex Halket who were both named to the tournament

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AILEEN NOGUER $1,450,000

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$1,300,000

LARGE TOWNHOME IN CHESAPEAKE LANDING! 92 5900 FERRY ROAD 3 BEDS / 2 BATHS / 2355 SQ. FT. OFFERED AT $1,450,000

STUNNING RANCHER IN MARINA GARDENS! 5639 CLIPPER ROAD 3 BEDS / 2 BATHS / 1675 SQ. FT. OFFERED AT $1,300,000

SOLD

$1,199,999 LARGE 9656 SQ. FT. LOT IN HAWTHORNE! 5476 52 AVENUE 3 BEDS / 2 BATHS / 1559 SQ. FT. OFFERED AT $1,199,999

PERSONAL REAL ESTATE CORPORATION

SOLD

$565,000 PENTHOUSE IN CENTRAL TSAWWASSEN! 312 5472 11 AVENUE 2 BEDS / 2 BATH / 1366 SQ. FT. OFFERED AT $565,000

CARA SCHNEIDER REALTOR®

CALL US AT (604) 946-8000 EMAIL US AT AILEEN@AILEENNOGUER.COM SEE MORE AT AILEENNOGUER.COM RE/MAX PROGROUP REALTY 5360 12TH AVENUE, DELTA, BC, V4M 2B3

November 25, 2021 The Delta Optimist A45

ROBIN REIMER PREC*

#1 IN SOUTH DELTA* 4 DECADES and still LOVE what I do

FREE MARKET EVALUATION

604-868-2844

$1,500,000

JUST LISTED

BUILDERS DEVELOPERS ALERT!!!

"My friends call me Ruby"

JUST LISTED

$1,500,000

Rarely found in Upper Tsawwassen 3 lot development Call for more information ROBIN REIMER 604-868-2844 PRICE REDUCED

$629,900

UNDER CONSTRUCTION

$1,999,000

UNDER CONSTRUCTION JUST LISTED

D L O S JUST #110-1702 56 STREET, TSAW

Great 2 bedroom townhouse with 2 full bathrooms up and 2 piece bathroom on main ﬂoor. Excellent open ﬂoor plan on main level, 2 good size bedrooms up with beautiful bright ensuite and walk-in closet. This gorgeous townhome is in like new condition and well located in development. Great townhouse at a great price. Seller is motivated!

Call Robin 604-868-2844

EXCLUSIVE LISTING

$2,600,000

FABULOUS WESTERN BLUFF VIEW LOT!!! Ready to build approx. 14,000 sq.ft. lot Plans are available for 6,700 sq.ft. home Call for more information ROBIN 604-868-2844

259 54A STREET, TSAW ABSOLUTELY THE BEST BUY

Fabulous new home in one of Tsawwassen's ﬁnest locations. Excellent open ﬂoor plan with 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, huge games room and totally separate 1 bedroom inlaw suite. Home is approx. 3500 sq.ft. on a fabulous western exposed yard on a quiet street. Close to parks and schools. Nothing like this in Tsawwassen. Call now for more info.

NEW HOME IN BEACH GROVE

- 3,100 Square feet - 5 bedrooms - 5 bathrooms - Beautiful 7707 square foot lot - One bedroom suite - High end ﬁnishing Call for more information Robin Reimer 604-868-2844

$2,299,000

215 54A STREET, TSAW

New home in fabulous location in Upper Tsawwassen. Great ﬂoor plan, sunny western exposure, close to parks and schools. Just starting construction so time to customize. Call for plans and information.

Call ROBIN 604-868-2844

$1,499,000

111 GRAHAM DRIVE BEST SUNSET VIEWS & LOCATION IN TSAW

Custom Designed Home with simply the Best Views in Tsawwassen. This Totally Private 2 Bedroom & Den home has an Outstanding Open Floor Plan to take full advantage of all the spectacular Ocean Sunset Views. There will NEVER be another home like this in Tsawwassen. Call for Floor Plans and more Info.

*BASED ON # OF YEARS QUALIFYING FOR MEDALLION CLUB IN GREATER VANCOUVER REAL ESTATE BOARD group

1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 & 2020

Seafair Realty - 1625 56th Street, Tsawwassen

robinreimer@telus.net

www.robinreimer.com

A46 The Delta Optimist November 25, 2021

THE CHANCEYS REAL ESTATE GROUP

#1 Real Estate Team In Ladner

Based on REBGV Residential Sales in Ladner since January 1, 2018 cumulative

604-946-8899

BLAKE CHANCEY

LINDA L CHANCEY

Personal Real Estate Corp.

BOB CHANCEY B Personal Real Estate Corp. P

info@thechanceyteam.com

thechanceys.com

4 BEDROOM HOME + COACH HOUSE Here it is! The perfect family home & mortgage helper of your dreams - TOTAL OF 3000 SQUARE FEET OF LIVING SPACE. Enjoy 2,195 sq.ft of living space over 3 levels in the main home with 4 large bedrooms and a gorgeous 4-pc ensuite & walk-in-closet in the primary. The open concept kitchen, living space is an inviting hub for gathering your family together! On the top floor you’ll find stunning views of the river, ocean & mountains plus a huge bedroom & loft area with flex space for your family’s needs.

THE RENTAL VALUE OF THE DETACHED COACH HOME ALONE COULD COVER UP TO A $400,000 MORTGAGE! It has a 2 car garage, lane access and an 800 sq.ft legal 1 bed suite on 2 levels. Close to all the best Ladner has to offer, schools, parks, walking trails, Westham Island & historic Ladner Village

A 4524 River Road W, Ladner $1,549,000

STUNNING 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOUSE Bright and beautiful 1500 sq.ft 3 bedroom townhouse on a corner lot in desirable Rosewood Court! Ground floor living with bedrooms upstairs, the primary bedroom features tons of closet space and a full bath. The other two bedrooms are generously sized and perfect for kids or your home office. The updated kitchen says it all and is complete with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances and quartz countertops. This home has been immaculately kept and is completely move-in ready! The gated backyard is a fabulous space for entertaining and soaking up the sun year round. Come and see this absolutely delightful home today!

#8 4748 54A Street, Ladner $885,000

November 25, 2021 The Delta Optimist A47

THE CHANCEYS REAL ESTATE GROUP TO OP RE//MAX Team in South h Dellta 2020 Based on RE/MAX Year End Statistics 2020

604-946-8899 info@thechanceyteam.com

BOB CHANCEY

thechanceys.com

Personal Real Estate Corp.

LINDA CHANCEY L

BLAKE CHANCEY B

Personal Real Estate Corp.

#1 RE/MAX Team in South Delta 2020

Based on RE/MAX Year End Statistics for 2020

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5609 Dove Place, Ladner

114 5518 14 Ave, Tsawwassen

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604-946-8899

SOLD

SOLD IN 6 DAYS

S OL D

5565 4 Ave, Tsawwassen

22 3871 River Rd W, Ladner

93 4638 Orca Way, Tsawwassen

A48 The Delta Optimist November 25, 2021

Trisha Murphy 604.312.7621 Personal Real Estate Corporation

Sold@TrishaMurphy.ca

Dynamic Marketing • Expert Contract Knowledg e Experienced Negotiating Skills Sutton Group - Seafair Realty: 1625 56th Street, Tsawwassen, BC

Rachel Macinnes Licensed Realtor

ED IST L T JUS

1637 53A STREET 4728 STAHAKEN PLACE 512 TSAWWASSEN BEACH RD 1625 PINE SPRINGS LANE $2,988,800 TSAWWASSEN TSAWWASSEN $1,399,000 TSAWWASSEN $3,998,000 TSAWWWASSEN $1,365,000

Gorgeous 3 Bedroom plus Den & Loft family home has been extensively renovated in a fantastic location.

Luxury Living at its ﬁnest! This stunning executive view home has 7 well-appointed bedrooms and 7 luxurious bathrooms. The Gourmet Chef’s kitchen and large entertainment deck overlooking Tsawwassen and the North Shore Mtns.

Sold with Multiple Offers in 1 Week

65 ft of waterfrontage with a custom family home and triple car garage . Sunsets and water sports year round.

Sold in 1 Week

Sold with Multiple Offers

Love it or list it completely renovated 3 bdrm home with guest cottage on a 7000 sq kit half a block to the beach.

Stunning 5 bdrm 4 bath executive home situated on a large, well-maintained property. Just a few minutes walk to Lions Park, Ladner Village shops, restaurants, and school.

Sold with Multiple Offers

1633 53A STREET 4881 63A STREET 177 67 STREET TSAWWASSEN $2,999,900 TSAWWWASSEN $1,450,000 BOUNDARY BAY Brand New and Spectacular 7 Bdrms/7 Baths/3 Stories 5200 sqft Executive home Built by Double Star Construction. Sunset View & North Shore Mountains. Main Floor offers a 2nd Master w/Ensuite.

Completely renovated 1600 Sq. ft. 3 bedroom, 2 bath rancher in Holly, on a spacious corner lot!

Sold with Multiple Offers

Resort Style Living! 3 bdrm 3 bath rancher in Tsawwassen Springs. Just like brand New including lots of Updates and AC.

5017 FENTON DRIVE $1,749,000 TSAWWWASSEN $1,849,900

276 CENTENNIAL PARKWAY 1131 WALALEE DRIVE 1405-6611 MINORU BLVD 6400 KENSINGTON PLACE TSAWWWASSEN $1,598,000 TSAWWASSEN TSAWWASSEN $3,998,000 RICHMOND $548,800 $1,599,000

WOW!! This spacious two-bedroom 2 bath Corner Waterfront executive style rancher on Beautifully Updated 5 bdrm 3 bath Family 5 bedroom executive home with home ofﬁce unit has stunning panoramic views!! This unit rarely one of the larger lots fronting Centennial Home in the Prestigious Village with Views of space and gorgeous entertainment patio. comes available! The open concept living-dining Mt.Baker from the main ﬂoor! Beach. room overlooks Minoru Park and beyond.

Sold with Multiple Offers

Sold in 1 Week

24 SHERWOOD PL, TSAW $1,568,000 309-1350 VIEW CRES, TSAW $718,000 5391 RAWLINS CRES, TSAW $1,825,000 122 66 ST, BOUNDARY BAY $1,768,000

Trisha

• SUCCESSFULLY SELLING SOUTH DELTA REAL ESTATE • TOP 1% OF 2020 GREATER VANCOUVER REALTORS®

November 25, 2021 The Delta Optimist A49

PAUL KHARA REAL ESTATE GROUP

Paul Khara

Calvin Khara

www.paulkhara.com

604.816.4568

paulkhara@gmail.com

ckhara94@gmail.com

Sutton Group - Seafair Realty

16,835 SQ.FT. LOT

SUBDIVISION POTENTIAL

5382 CRESCENT DRIVE

• ATTENTION BUILDERS, INVESTORS AND DEVELOPERS • HUGE 16,835 SQUARE FEET PRIVATE LOT • ZONED RD3 AND CAN BE SUBDIVIDED • ALLOWS FOR NEW HOMES WITH COACH HOUSES • SOLID 3 BEDROOM HOME TO RENT OR LIVE IN • GREAT LOCATION IN CENTRAL WEST LADNER • WALK TO SCHOOLS , RESTAURANTS & SHOPS • CALL PAUL FOR INFORMATION PACKAGE

• 5 BED 5 BATH • 2 BED, 1 FULL BATH SUITE WITH SEPARATE ENTRANCE/INSUITE LAUNDRY • 5,917 SQ.FT INTERIOR LIVING • PARK-LIKE 20,000 SQ.FT LOT • CONTEMPORARY STYLED HOME WITH QUALITY FINISHES • DETACHED 900 SQ.FT SHOP AT REAR OF HOME

1107 - 11967 80 AVENUE

D L O

• DELTA RISE • 2 BED 2 BATH • 821 SQ.FT • 2 PARKING & 1 STORAGE LOCKER • CENTRAL LOCATION WALKING DISTANCE TO TRANSIT, RESTAURANTS & SHOPPING • UNOBSTRUCTED EAST FACING VIEWS

D L O

• GLENWOOD VILLAGE BORDERING NORTH DELTA • LARGE 1600 SF ONE STORY UNIT • 2 BEDRMS , 2 FULL BATHRMS • FORMAL LIVING, DINING, & FAMILY ROOM • 2 SLIDING DOORS TO LARGE COVERED SUNDECK • COMPLEX HAS RV PARKING YEAR ROUND • COMPLEX HAS CLUBHOUSE & GUEST SUITE

thor@matsonrealestate.ca www.matsonrealestate.ca

sold@tammymatson.com www.tammymatson.com

778-938-5599

778-994-8314

! JUST SOLD!!

! ! ! D L O S T S U J

6582 Holly Park Drive, Ladner

1345 53A Street, Tsawwassen

52-4716 Orca Way, Tsaw

107-1704 56 St, Tsaw

Listed by Mosaic

Personal Real Estate Corporation

Licensed Realtor

SOLD

D L O

• COMPLETELY UPDATED 2 LEVEL HOME • POTENTIAL FOR 1 BEDROOM BASEMENT SUITE • LARGE 7,500 SQ.FT LOT • PRIME LOCATION NEXT TO LADNER ELEMENTARY AND DELTA SECONDARY

TAMMY MATSON

THOR MATSON

SOLD

UPDATED 2-LEVEL

WEST NEWTON TOWNHOUSE

SOLD 401-5550 14B Ave, Tsaw

SOLD 5983 49 Ave, Ladner

SOLD

! ! ! D L O S T S JU 5067 Erin Way, Tsawwassen

SOLD

Listed by Barbican

Listed by Remax City

Listed by The Firm RE

7 263 Parkside St, Tsaw

202-4686 51 St, Ladner

28-5377 8A Ave, Tsaw

The market is HOT!!! Call us for info or FREE market evaluation!!! NO obligation & NO rush :) We provide professional photos, tour, ﬂoor plan & marketing. We love living here - local market knowledge SELLS!!! THINKING OF A MOVE??? CALL US!!! SERVICE THAT WILL MOVE YOU!!! Sutton Group - Seafair Realty - 1625 56th Street, Tsawwassen, BC

A50 The Delta Optimist November 25, 2021

Kat JOHNSON

seaffair reallty

5000 Bridge Street, Ladner

778.773.9563 kjohnson@sutton.com

604.943.3110

23240 Dyke Road Richmond • $1,598,000

New Listing $459,000

#4 - 23260 Dyke Road Richmond • $737,000 ROOF TOP DECK

530 Ewen Avenue New Westminster • $1,199,000 CO RN

• 2 bedrooms/2 bathrooms • Spacious ﬂoor plan with over 1500 sq. ft. • River views, deck • 2 parking spaces

• Water lot allows up to 3 ﬂoat homes plus boats • Storage room on shore is almost 24x16 • 2 bedroom 1 bath with wrap-around deck • No moorage fees if you own the property

• 3 bedroom/2 bathroom new ﬂoat home • Boat moorage available too

534 Ewen Avenue New Westminster • $1,199,000

ER LOT

536 Ewen Avenue New Westminster • $1,275,000 ATED RENOV

• Over 1900 sq.ft. home on 4200 sq.ft. lot • Lane parkway access • 6 bed/2.5 bath

• 3 bed/2 bath, contains suite • 2 car covered parking • House - 1500 sq.ft. on 4200 sq.ft. lot

• Updated 2 bed and den with 2 baths • Home is 1300 sq.ft. on 4200 sq.ft. lot

778-863-6805 mandip@sutton.com mandipgill.com Sutton Group - Sutton Seafair Realty 100 - 5000 Bridge Street Delta, BC, V4K 2K4

$1,389,900

5565 8A Avenue

Great family home located on a spacious 10,420 sq! lot in central Tsawwassen! This spacious home boasts over 2,400 sq! of living space, features 5 bedrooms and has the poten�al for a mortgage helper. You ae located on a unique 2 acre block that has poten�al for land assembly and future development as you are within walking distance to both levels of schools, Winskill Park and Aqua�c Centre, restaurants, shopping, town centre, public transport and much more. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to invest in an ideal loca�on with great future growth poten�al for higher density.

3-4748 54A Street

10-2345 Cranley Drive

109-4889 53 Street

201-5099 Springs Blvd

606-9320 Parksville Dr

1305 Duncan Drive

4852 59A Street

4897 47A Avenue

3-16228 16 Avenue

56-16511 Watson Drive

116-8142 120A Street

213-15300 17 Avenue

705-5639 Hampton Pl

4736 45A Street

4855 Ellis Lane

5013 59 Street

November 25, 2021 The Delta Optimist A51 LADNER cell 778-839-8947 office 604-946-1255 vicky@homeswithvicky.com www.homeswithvicky.com

SOLD

$1,198,000

SOLD

141-12233 92 Avenue

SOLD

New listing in Central Ladner

SOLD

TheDeltaGroup.ca

4612 60B Street | LOCATION IS EVERYTHING! Bright & updated 4 bed, 3 bath home backing onto Holly Elementary School. Upper floor features a spacious living room with cozy gas fireplace, refinished balcony off kitchen and eating area, 3 bedrooms, & an ENSUITE off the master. Downstairs has the perfect set up for an in-law or nanny suite and is nicely updated with newer flooring and paint. Features a large family room, full bathroom, bedroom and even has kitchen cabinetry and a fridge with space to create a full kitchen. Large laundry room is accessible from inside & from the backyard and can easily be shared. Other updates: Roof (8 years), vinyl windows. Situated on a 5993 sq ft lot with a private East facing fenced yard perfect for entertaining. A short 5 minute walk to the Ladner Leisure Centre and Bus Loop.

Tim & Sharon “We Can Relate”

FUTURE INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY Absolutely the best 10 out of 10 LOCATION with 2 LOT SUBDIVISION

POTENTIAL too! Next to a park, and on one of the most sought after streets in Ladner- Whitworth Crescent! Steps to DSS, Ladner Elementary and Sacred Heart Schools. This spacious 2953SF 6 bedroom, 3 bath home is perfect for the busy family who needs a comfortable layout or for an extended family.Also features a bonus double garage and workshop for the handyman. The huge sun drenched 11,657 sf sundrenched gardens are perfect for FAMILY LIVING NOW while organizing the SUBDIVISION opportunity.

5125 Whitworth Cr S

$1,948,888

COMING SOON

LADNER

Tim Rohwer

604-762-2041

Commercial Residential Specialist info@thedeltagroup.ca

UPDATED FAMILY HOME WITH BONUS LEGAL SUITE

• Spacious 3 bedroom home on 6000sf fenced level garden lot • New paint, hardwood ﬂoors, eat in kitchen •1 Bedroom Legal Suite • Steps to Parks, Schools and Ladner Village

TSAWWASSEN

SO T S U

Sharon Rohwer

#327-6505 3rd Ave

Residential Seniors Specialist info@thedeltagroup.ca

SO T S U

604-760-7163

Regency Realty Ltd. 1333 - 56th St., Delta, BC V4L 2A6

LADNER

4882 44A Avenue

Gus says “Take time to enjoy a sunny Day”

REAL ESTATE QUESTIONS? JUST GIVE US A CALL!

5680 46A Avenue

4533 46B Street

SOLD

203-4758 53 Street

SOLD

Connecting agents to the community Show current and future clients you mean business

6742 Ladner Trunk Rd

SOLD

5013 Mariner Place

SOLD

5384 Maple Crescent

SOLD 604-782-2053 | taussem@glaciermedia.ca

5705 34B Avenue

3560 40 Street

SOLD

5515 Chestnut Cres

111-15268 28 Avenue

SOLD

103-1441 Garden Place 1302-13618 100 Ave

sutton group seafair realty #100-5000 Bridge Street Delta, BC V4K 2K4

MEDALLION CLUB MEMBER 2018 & 2019

A52 The Delta Optimist November 25, 2021

the heart of our business is people.

sold

VANCOUVER 742 E. 58TH AVENUE 2

TSAWWASSEN 403 - 5055 SPRINGS2 BLVD

Prime South Vancouver location in a neighbourhood that is bursting with culture, diversity and a strong sense of community. This south facing lot includes a back lane access and views to the Fraser River & the city of Richmond. Close to all amenities such as shops, Oakridge mall, transit, recreation facilities, schools (John Oliver Secondary, Walter Moberly Elementary and Langara College) and YVR airport. The home is in original condition and needs improvement but sits on fantastic property to build your dream home or hold as an investment until you’re ready. This bungalow style, 2 level home contains 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with the value associated primarily in the land.

Welcome to Tsawwassen Springs, a resort style golf course community. This 2 bdrms & 2 baths home features open concept dining/living area, excellent sized kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite counters and shaker cabinets. Also includes geothermal heating/cooling system, in suite storage and 4 pce ensuite. Spacious & private south exposed balcony with partial ocean view and beautiful sunsets, gas hook up for BBQ and heater. Steps to Quinn’s restaurant, Newman’s foods, wellness centre & gym and so close to Tsawwassen Mills, Hwy 17 and the ferry terminal. Concrete building.

3 Bed | 2 Bath | 1655 ft

2 Bed | 2 Bath | 898 ft

$710,000

$1,499,000

sold

TSAWWASSEN 304 - 5556 14 AVENUE

LADNER 4660 55A STREET

NORTH DELTA 9226 119A STREET

SOUTH SURREY 181-15236 36 AVENUE

$549,000

$1,249,000

$899,000

$659,000

2 Bed | 2 Bath | 916 ft2

3 Bed | 2 Bath | 1547 ft2

3 Bed | 2 Bath | 1190 ft2

2 Bed + Flex | 2 Bath | 1353 ft2

THE HEART OF OUR BUSINESS IS PEOPLE WITH SERVICE DEEPLY ROOTED IN THE COMMUNITY, Becir Real Estate and the Delta Hockey Academy are a partnership focused on delivering consistent, high level results while we continue to build relationships and help local families.

brad: 604-779-6764

frank: 604-862-5731

becirrealestate.com

Regency Realty Ltd.

Independently Owned & Operated

1333 56 Street, Delta

64 Tsawwassen Beach Road • $3,225,000

EXCLUSIVE WATER FRONT PROPERTY with 180 degree SOUTH WEST OCEAN BLUFF VIEWS . This alluring Architectural designed home was featured in modern day castles. Built by a Structural Engineer using steel beams throughout for added strength. 4 large private decks including a full outdoor kitchen with built in BBQ. All bedrooms have exquisite Ocean views including the private executive oﬃce with deck. This fascinating home has over 4,432 of living space and features newly installed torchon roof on main house and asphalt on gazebo, new 60gal H/W tank, updated reverse osmosis drinking water, FULLY MONITORED Home. This luxury villa is perched on the Ocean bluﬀ with breath taking views over 17,772 sqft lot with access to Ocean front by way of staircase. 68 foot frontage.

5884 Whitcomb Place $1,390,000

ALLEN SCHWABE 604-644-5664

www.bigalrealestate.com 1625 56th Street, Tsawwassen seafair.com

604-943-3110

4684 Wesley Drive $1,499,000

1406 Beach Grove Rd $2,489,000

5342 9th Avenue $1,674,000

5346 9th Avenue $1,608,000

The

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November 25, 2021 The Delta Optimist A53

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Top 10% in SALES of ALL GREATER VANCOUVER for 37 YEARS #1 at ROYAL LEPAGE REGENCY Rlty for 10 YEARS 51 YEARS OF COMBINED EXPERIENCE SELLING SOUTH DELTA!

Johanna 604-719-7345 Medallion Club 29 Years

Stefan B.B.A. 604-767-4038 Medallion Club 11 Years

jjgeffke@dccnet.com • www.geffketeam.com

Bonnie

Licensed Assistant Translator in Cantonese & Mandarin

SUCCESSFULLY SELLING DELTA FOR 37 YEARS!

WE ARE WORKING FOR THE BENEFIT OF OUR CLIENTS TO GET THE BEST VALUE! WE OFFER 100% PERSONAL EXPERIENCE AND SERVICE! ALL OUR LISTINGS ARE SOLD!!! MOST OF THEM OVER THE ASKING PRICE! EXPERIENCE, HARD WORK & KNOWLEDGE SELLS PROPERTIES! OUR SERVICE EXTENDS UNTIL OUR CLIENTS ARE SATISFIED. FAST RESPOND TO INQUIRIES! DON’T HESITATE TO CALL US REGARDING REAL ESTATE...WE ARE THERE FOR YOU! WE HAVE A BUYER FOR A HOME WITH A 2- BDRM IN-LAW SUITE OR WITH A POSSIBILITY TO CREATE ONE, IN TSAWWASSEN OR LADNER.

WE HAVE A BUYER FOR A 4 BDRM (or 3 Bdrm and Den), UPDATED RANCHER IN TSAWWASSEN.

PLS CONTACT US!

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5358 1A AVE.

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4709 STAHAKEN PL.

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5740 GOLDENROD CRES.

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1219 PACIFIC DR.

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530 SHANNON WAY

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#601-1350 VIEW CRES.

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4973 CEDAR SPRINGS

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1242 PACIFIC DR.

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4887 DOGWOOD PL.

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#502-1350 VIEW CRES.

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1626 BIRCH SPRINGS

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#207-5055 SPRINGS BLVD.

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5217 UPLAND DR.

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#6-4942 WOLF WAY

READY TO SELL YOUR HOME? SO ARE WE! GIVE US A CALL! 604-767-4038 (We speak German, Finnish, CALL US FOR A FREE MARKET EVALUATION! Cantonese & Mandarin)

REGENCY REALTY

1333 - 56th St, Tsawwassen (next to Starbucks)

A54 The Delta Optimist November 25, 2021

Todd Jackson, B.A. Amy Lambert, B.A. Richard Lowe, RIBC Mike Van Straaten, BMgt Personal Real Estate Corpora�on

Realtor

Personal Real Estate Corpora�on

President’s Club - 2020 Top 1% - REBGV

Realtor

NEW LISTING

5575 45th Avenue, Ladner $1,099,000 4550 44B Avenue, Ladner $1,299,000 4812 45 Avenue, Ladner $1,149,000

Solid 2 level with 5 bedrooms in Prime west Ladner loca�on. Situated on a 6028 SF lot just steps to Ladner Rec Center and transit. Well maintained with updated aluminum roof, fence, furnace and concrete driveway. This home is ready for you to ﬁnish to your taste. Perfect family home or investment!

SOLD

Fantas�c opportunity to own this 4 bedroom two level with plenty of space for extended family or nanny. Excellent layout with living amd family rooms up and large spacious kitchen area. Located in popular Port Guichon neighbourhood with private southern expose yard and IG pool. Bring some ideas for this diamond in the rough.

SOLD

BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME! SIMPLY WON’T LAST. VALUE IN LAND. Lot =70’ X 103’ / 7210 sq. !. Lot. Zoned RD3. Excellent opportunity to build in Historical Ladner. The home & property is being sold ‘AS-IS’. Please contact the City of Delta directly to conﬁrm the size of your new home. Please do not walk on the property without an appointment.

SOLD

491 Centennial Parkway, Tsaw #208-4768 53rd Street, Ladner 5755 Admiral Blvd, Ladner $1,998,000 $549,000 $1,699,000

BOUNDARY BAY! First �me to the market for this dis�nguished, custom-built home. 4500 sq. !. home on a easy-to-care for lot. Water views from the second level. 3 car garage, in-ﬂoor heat, extremely bright & open plan with a variety of living op�ons. Hate stairs? No problem there is a recently installed elevator. This is one-of-a-kind and an outright gem!

Sunningdale Phase 4! Bright and spacious 2 bedroom and 2 bath home with private and quiet exposure overlooking garden pa�o courtyard. Pet and rental friendly complex. Just steps away to all ameni�es!

MARINA GARDEN ESTATES- where streets wind & nerves unwind! Over 2900 sq. !. of comfort with 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, large media room, vaulted ceilings, in-ﬂoor radiant heat, double car garage & views of the golf course & mountains from the primary bedroom. The complete package for fun & low maintenance living.

SOLD 1291 Malvern Place, Tsaw $1,298,800

Well worth a call! Large 3-Level back split on a ﬂat, west exposed lot of 9,000 sq. !. (100’ X 90’). 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, double-car garage, plenty of storage & walking distance to downtown Tsawwassen. Buy a way of life in Tsawwassen! We’ll arrange the details.

SOLD

4411 Spanton Drive, Ladner

1609 Duncan Drive, Tsaw

6135 48A Avenue, Ladner

#203-4815 48 Avenue, Ladner

SOLD

5179 Winskill Drive, Tsaw

#316-4977 Springs Blvd, Tsaw #111-4743 River Rd, Ladner

SOLD

4827 44B Avenue, Ladner

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Eugene Knoedler PERSONAL REAL ESTATE CORPORATION

SERVICE AND RESULTS YOU DESERVE D E LTA R E AL E S TAT E . N E T

Jack Knoedler 604.353.6410 JackKnoedler@remax.net

NEW PRICE

Progroup Realty

Eugene Knoedler 604.219.3177 Eugene@eugenek.ca

$2,299,000

2020 * Medallion Club represents the top 10% of Greater Vancouver Realtors based on MLS sales.

5740 Goldenrod Crescent

Stunning Executive Rancher with walk out basement in “Forest By the Bay”. Just completed extensive renovations by Pine Construction, this 4129 sq ft home boasts fabulous views of Mt. Baker, Boundary Bay and farmland. 5 bedroom & Den plus 4 bathrooms including a large and luxurious Master bedroom on main with fireplace and spacious 5 piece en-suite with views. Main floor has a massive great room with open floor concept, a chef’s dream kitchen with large island, post and beam vaulted ceilings and large patios off both floors to take advantage of the views. Large media room with projection screen downstairs plus in-law suite and lots of storage. All new electrical, plumbing, furnace, A/C, windows, bathrooms, kitchen, flooring, security system, large garage & bonus green space out back.

NEW LISTING

$1,319,000

JUST SOLD 2290 Cormorant Drive

Gorgeous luxury living at “New Haven” in Tsawwassen Landing. No foreign Buyer’s tax, No GST. Bright, open living space featuring over-height ceilings, wide-plank ﬂooring on main. 3 bdrm + Loft (could be 4th bdrm), Gourmet kitchen including Wolf 6 burner gas range & integrated Sub Zero Fridge/Freezer and beverage cooler, entertainment-sized island. Vaulted ceiling in master bedroom plus a gorgeous Spa-like en-suite featuring a deep soaker tub, stone countertops, large rain shower, and in-ﬂoor radiant heating. A/C, hot water on demand, Lots of extras.

$2,999,000

SOLD 1086 Paciﬁc Court

$1,288,000

SOLD

Traditional meets Modern Elegance! Stunning property located one of Tsawwassen’s premier streets “Paciﬁc Court in The Village”. Situated in a Cul de sac on over 1/3 acre of manicured gardens, large sunny deck area by the pool, hot tub, separate out building with grand steam room, ﬁre pit and lounge area. This traditional 4 bedroom/3 Bathroom family home was renovated extensively to meet today’s discerning buyer’s standards. Completed in 2019, with over $1million spent, this home must be seen to appreciate.

5566 9 Avenue

Charming 3 bedroom & Den + 3 bathroom in a fantastic location directly across from Winskill Park & only 2 blocks to South Park French Immersion Elementary School & SDSS High School. This immaculate home has been lovingly cared for since 1972 by current owner. Sitting on a south facing 9042 sq ft lot with a access to huge green space for the gardener’s out there. Recent upgrades include: hardwood ﬂooring, Centra LowE windows, H/W tank, gas ﬁreplaces, new exterior Paint (being done now), extra attic installation. Space for RV & Toy parking.

RE/MAX Progroup Realty | 5360 12th Avenue, Delta, BC V4M 2B3 | Ofﬁce 604.943.8080 | Eugene@eugenek.ca | deltarealestate.net

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A56 The Delta Optimist November 25, 2021

DESIRED OASIS

6 4957 57TH STREET The Oasis! Great starting opportunity in this ground ﬂoor living and 2 bedrooms up townhouse in central Ladner. Unit features an open layout, decent sized bedrooms, some updates to the bathroom and appliances, p bright West exposed d patio/backyard y and more. Complex offfers f good proximity to schools, rec centre, transportation and shopping.

$559,000

DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH!

210 4743 RIVER ROAD Bright sprawling 1308 sq. ft. 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo with 9 ft ceilings throughout and a g great open floor plan in the desired Riiverwest p i complex! p S Some paint and new flooring g willl l go a long way here in this spaci p ious i unit that offers a generous siized i master with 5 piece ensuite, a huge living g room leading to the dining g area and d open kitchen and a decentt sized 2nd bedroom ideal for home office or visiting company. Also offers 2 secure underground parking stalls, a storage locker and the complex enjoys great waterway y and marina views on the North sid d of the property which is just de a 5 minute walk to old town Ladner.

JUST LISTED!

$574,000

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2975 53RD STREET Almost square 17.34 acre parcel with 823 ft. of road frontage features an English style country home, 5 stall barn, hay ﬁeld and generous pasture area which has g b been an established equestrian facility for decades. The property offers an ideal central location just 5 minutes to Tsawwassen or Ladner, Tsawwassen Mills Mall, BC Ferries, DeltaPort Way, TFN Industrial Park,, transportation and more. This parcell is close to BC Railway in an area of transitional properties with amazing future p potential. Call anytime for more infformation. f

$6,800,000

First time this amazing g secluded 20.25 acre parcel has been offered for sale since 1955 whiich i is located just off Hornby Drive on the quiet section of 104th close to Boundary Bay and private member grass airstrip. All 3 buildings on this p property p were built in 1972 which includes a sprawling 3,162 sq. ft. f 4 bedroom rancher w/30 + car concrete drivewayy was substantially renovated and enlarged g in 1987 and roof redone 10 1 years ago. The second residence is a 1238 1 sq. ft. Woods bungalow presently rented and the spectacular 8,400 sq. ft. 20 stall barn which was used from day 1 to breed race horses up until 7 years ago is truly a ﬁrst class facility complete p with steel roof and cladding. Attention to detail here is second d to none including chain link fencing that surrounds the entire property.

$5,950,000

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EXTENSIVE TASTEFUL RENOVATIONS! 1099 50B STREET

The meaning g of comprehensive rebuild 6 years ago g right g d down to the studs and well over $2 2 200,00 0 spent in enlarging and quality ﬁnishing 00 g throughout to this gorgeous 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom huge family home with room for everyone! Featuring 3,663 sq. ft. of spacious open concept p living with upgrades including g new roof, wiindows, i 6 zone hot water baseboard d heat, hot water on demand, 2 ensuites & 2 baths with nuheat, 3 g gas ﬁreplaces,, beautiful open island g gourmet kitchen k with double d oven and 5 gas burner b cooktop looking onto expansive family y room all on a massive sunny West 12,47 7 sq. 76 q ft. park like fully fenced lot close to all ameniities. i Also features a 21 X 32 double garage, 20 X 20 workout room, 20 X 20 covered g d deck with 6 skylights, gas pots so the fun can continue if the weather turns and amazing mature landscaping front and rear. The list goes on and on here so call John today!

$1,989,000

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The next move is yours... CALL JOHN TODAY

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How best to get ready to list this Fall or early in 2022 to be prepared to maximize your value?

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2 BED | 2 BATH | 1,274 SQ FT SOLD

SOLD

Ste. 504-5055 Springs Blvd Ste. 307-1175 55th Street Ste. 415-1120 Tsatsu Shores Dr 1578 Farrell Crescent 1500 Kirkwood Road

Marketed by Onni Realty Inc,

174 4738 Hemlock Way

$829,900

3 BED | 2.5 BATH | 1,489 SQ FT SOLD

5077 1A Avenue

SOLD

4969 Stevens Drive

R E / M A X P R O G R O U P R E A LT Y | 5 3 6 0 1 2 AV E N U E , D E LTA , B C . V 4 M 2 B 3 | O F F I C E : 6 0 4 . 9 4 3 . 8 0 8 0 | E A C H O F F I C E I N D E P E N D E N T LY O W N E D A N D O P E R AT E D

November 25, 2021 The Delta Optimist A57

8511 Adera Street, Vancouver $3,699,000

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778.688.5972

401-5518 14 Avenue

info@colleenalmrud.com

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based on realtors sales for 2015-2018

Your Home may be worth more than you think! Free market evaluation.

109-251 Boundary Bay Road Boundary Beach, Tsawwassen The District Flats at Southlands Listed by Centric Realty Ltd.

41 53A Street Pebble Hill, Tsawwassen R2632530

$447,000

40-11291 7th Avenue, Richmond JU S

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Listed by Sutton Group West Coast

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RE/MAX Progroup Realty • 5360 12th Avenue, Delta, BC

Windsor Woods – immaculate 1 bedroom PENTHOUSE. Just steps to recreation, schools, restaurants and shops and close to the beach. Beautifully kept, this 1 bedroom 1 bathroom condo has a huge walk in closet and room for a king sized bed in the master bedroom. There is a large deck with a view over the treed park from the balcony. There is a gas ﬁreplace and a natural gas BBQ hook up on the balcony. Gas is included in the maintenance fee. There is 1 parking underground and a storage locker. Windsor Woods is a very well run complex, close to shopping, and central to everything including transit, Tsawwassen Mills and, Tsawwassen Commons Malls. Also close to schools - including Southpointe Academy. Pets allowed w/ restrictions. Rentals allowed w/restrictions.

$1,168,000

IMMACULATE: this DETACHED townhouse is located in the park-like Mariner’s Village, just steps away from the dyke, Gary Park and Steveston village with its restaurants, boutiques and cafes. Also close to the library and schools including Lord Byng elementary & McMath Secondary. Very family oriented neighborhood with indoor pool and clubhouse. This property comes with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bath on the first floor with living room, dining room, kitchen (with brand new appliances) and a family room on the second floor. The downstairs master bedroom has an ensuite and a sliding door leading to the patio and the fully fenced back yard. There are 3 sky lights on the second floor which make the whole upper floor very bright. The windows are updated as are the floors upstairs (engineered hardwood).

Call Brian or Harry for a FREE MARKET EVALUATION of your home! RE/MAX PROGROUP - 5360 12TH AVE, DELTA, B.C. - 604.943.8080

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A TIME TO Remember Loved ones who have passed on can be remembered through a Tribute Gift to Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation. Donations made in memory of your loved ones will be acknowledged with cards sent to family members and an acknowledgement and receipt sent to the donor.

Tributes for November Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation gratefully acknowledges gifts in memory of: Frank Barr Ronnie Gibson Tom & Barb Gigliotti William (Bill) Haaf Fred K. Kennedy Margaret Kittson Bill Kushnir Scott Laidlaw Helen Lambe June Massey Lila Massey William (Bill) McComb Hans Nowak Jean Pallitt Marie Reid Joan Robinson Rena Simpson Elizabeth Toigo Basile Vassos •••••••••••••

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Love’s greatest gift is remembrance

POPE, Russell September 2, 1929 − November 19, 2021 The Man Who Always Wore a Smile Russell Pope, 92, passed away peacefully holding the hand of his loving wife, Linda, on November 19. Always a fighter, Russ fought a courageous battle with his family by his side and will be sorely missed by all. Born in Detroit, Michigan, his family moved back home to their native Cornwall, UK to live and work on the family farm. As a young man, Russ entered the British Air Force where his love for aviation grew and prompted a move to Ontario, Canada, where he met Lin. That’s where he was fortunate enough to begin working on the famous Avro Arrow, before moving to Montreal and concluding his aviation career at TCA and Canadair. Russ and Lin moved to the lower mainland where they both worked and retired at BC Tel. The pair settled in Ladner, BC and they spent many years travelling the world together. Russ always said his favourite trip was the cruise he and Lin took up the Amazon River. Russ enjoyed lawn bowling and playing cards at the Ladner Lawn Bowling Club as well as carpet bowling at McKee House where he formed lasting friendships. Russ will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 64 years, Lin; and his three children, Maureen Pope− Fergusson, Doug Pope (Tami), and Cherie Zessler (Tom). He is also survived by his eight grandchildren and three great−grandchildren. Russ chose to see the best in people and had a passion for life and travel. His smile was contagious and he loved to make people laugh. Russ was always there to help anyone who needed a helping hand. Russ was a genuine man who enriched the lives of those who were fortunate enough to have known him. While our hearts ache knowing he is gone, we will cherish the many fond memories we enjoyed with him. The family would like to thank Delta Hospital, the Fraser Health Palliative Team, and the Irene Thomas Hospice Society for their compassionate care. A celebration of life with family and friends will be held at a future date. To leave condolences, please visit russpope.ca

ELMER, Kenneth (Goose) Melvin Born in Taber Alberta, August 10th, 1967 our Guiding light left this precious earth on November 8th, 2021. After a hard fought battle against Pancreatic Cancer.

Ken is survived by his parents, Roy and Marilynn Elmer, his brother Warren Elmer (Tina), sister Sheelagh Driver, wife Kellie, 4 children (Wyatt, Easton, Shea and Regan), many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins (from BC and Alberta). Together we will celebrate and honour Ken on December 3rd, 2021. Harris Barn in Ladner 1:00 to 4:00pm. Formal service to start at 1:30pm. All are welcomed to attend. As per Provincial Guidelines, Proof of vaccination must be shown. Service will be live streamed for those who are unable to attend. Ken’s story can be viewed and condolences left online at Delta Funeral Home (Ladner) at www.deltafuneral.ca Delta Funeral Home 604.946.6040

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ESPLEY, Elizabeth (Betty) (nee Whalen) Passed away quietly in the early morning hours of November 12th, just 5 days short of 86 birthday. She leaves behind her beloved husband of 64 years, Donald (Don), children Carolyn (Dennis), David and Allison (Ali), and grandsons Holden and Marlon. Predeceased by her 5 brothers, she also leaves her only sister, Terry, sisters-in-law Rena, June, Joy and Leone, as well as numerous relatives and friends throughout Canada, the US, Australia, and of course, Ireland, where she was born.

She was much loved, and will be sadly missed by all who knew her. May she Rest in Peace.

STRZELEC, Karen Lee (Warwa) January 25, 1958 - November 6, 2021 Karen was given her angel wings on November 6, 2021. Karen was a truly good soul, a woman who gave far more to the world than she took from it. Karen leaves her soulmate Eugene; son Levi (Hayley); grandchildren Tyler and Tessa; sister Joannie (Richard); brother Rocky; nieces, nephews and many good friends. Karen was predeceased by her parents Lloyd and Lena; in-laws Lucille and Tony; sister-in-law Lori; grandparents, aunts and Uncles.

A private service will be held due to COVID restrictions.

R.I.P. Our Angel

May the Sunshine of Comfort Dispel the Clouds of Despair

November 25, 2021 The Delta Optimist A59

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A Collection of Potters & Woodworkers Christmas Sale

A collection of local potters, woodworkers and an enormous jade plant come together to offer you a sensational variety of hand−crafted functional and decor pottery, charcuterie boards and jade plants in hand−thrown pots, all hand made with love. Craftsmanship and originality shine brightly in this outdoor garden setting. If you are looking for original, one−of−a−kind hand−crafted treasures this is the event for you! Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to experience the works of our local artisans!

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A60 The Delta Optimist November 25, 2021 BUSINESS SERVICES

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