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Countdown to Sanctuary Wood Presenter, Cliff Caprani Wednesday, Nov 4th, 1:30 – 3:30

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Tynehead Salmon Hatchery & Picnic Tuesday, Oct 20th, 10:00 – 2:00 GENERAL INTEREST Scam and Crime Stoppers Presenter, Melissa Bautista Wednesday, Sept 16, 2026, 1:30 – 3:00 K is for KOREA Presenter, Denise Suh Tuesdays, Sept 22 & 29th, 1:00 - 3:00 FREE Home Energy Workshop Presenter, Lubna Moosa Wednesday, Sept 23rd, 10:00 – Noon The Economics of Kindness – A New Ecological Civilization Presenter, Guy Dauncey Friday, Oct 23rd, 10:00 – Noon The Amazing Plants of the Tundra Presenter, Ron Long Monday, Oct 26, 10:00 – Noon Beginner Bridge, Step 1 Instructor, Gail Hussman Mondays, Nov 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30th, 9:45 – 11:45am HISTORY & CURRENT EVENTS The Bayeux Tapestry – A Medieval Mystery Presenter, Loraine Littlefield Wednesday, Sept 23rd, 1:00 – 3:00 Hawai‘i Before Captain Cook: The Rise of Island Kingdoms Presenter, Sarah Holma Friday, Sept 25th, 10:00 – Noon Archaeology in British Columbia and the Stories It Tells Presenter, Bob Muckle Monday, Sept 28th, 10:00 – Noon What’s News Presenters Rod MacKinnon & Larry Weldon Wednesdays, Oct 7, 14, 21 & 28th, 2:00 – 4:00 What a Tangled Web We Weave! Presenter, Guillermo Bustos Thursdays, Oct 8, 15, 22 & 29th, 1:30 – 3:00

LIFESTYLE & HEALTHY LIVING Lazy Fall Garden Un-Cleanup Presenter, Angelika Hedley Thursday, Sept 17th, 10:00 - Noon

SCIENCE An Overview of Astronomy Presenter Jonathan Geehan Saturday, Sept 19th, 1:00 – 3:00 What Will Astronomy Be Like In Another Century?

Presenter, Dr. Jaymie Matthews, O.C Tuesdays, Oct 6 & 13, 1:30 – 3:30

The Alien Green Crab in Boundary Bay Presenter, Marg Cuthbert Tuesday, Nov 3rd, 10:00 – Noon

The Elephant in the Room: Conservation Solo Travel: Confidence, Connection & Adventure Stories and Perspectives Presenter, Peter Ballin Presenter, Michelle Hopkins Wednesday, Nov 4th, 10:00 – Noon Thursday, Oct 1st, 1:30 – 3:30 Navigating Stress Presenter, Beth Triano Tues’, Nov 3, 10, 17, 24, Dec 1st, 3:00 – 4:30 Garden Glitz, Winter to Spring Presenter, Angelika Hedley Tuesdays, Nov 10th, 10:00 - Noon Dementia Education, 2-Part Series Educators, Agam Sodhi & Flourish Nwajei Wed & Thursday, Nov 18 & 19th, 1:30 – 3:30 LITERATURE & THE ARTS Lino Printmaking Presenters, Kit Grauer & Peter Scurr Tuesdays, Sept 15 & 22nd 10:00 – Noon With 3rd day at Galiano Island TBD How to be a Detective Novelist Presenter, Chris Walden Friday, Sept 18th, 10:00 – Noon Japanism: West meets East: Japan’s influence on Western art and culture. Presenter, Linda Quigley Wednesday, Oct 28th, 2:00 – 3:30 Writers Workshop Presenter, Donnaleen Miller 6 Thurdays, Oct 29, to Dec 3rd 10:00 – Noon Basic Survival Spanish Presenter, Lynda Bergstrand Weds & Fridays, Nov 18th, 10 – Noon, then Nov 20, 25, 27, Dec 2 & 4th, 1:30 – 3:30 Monthly Writers’ Circle With Angela Rebrec and Jennifer Johnson 2nd Tuesday of each month, 4:00 – 6:00pm Join, Meet friends, Have fun.

TECHNOLOGY The Essentials of Email Presenters Gerri Sombke & Louise Latremouille Tue, Sep 15, 1:30 – 3:30 & Mon, Sep 21, 10 –11:30 Beginner iPhone with Chantal Presenter, Chantal Mah Tues/Thurs, Oct 6, 8, 13, 15 & 20th, 10 – Noon Android Cellphone Basics Presenter, Ken McGrath Saturdays, Oct 3, 10 & 17th, 1:00 – 3:00 Intermediate iPad, Beyond Beginner Presenter, Geoff Eldred Mon/Weds, Oct 5, 7, 14, 19 & 21st, 10:00-Noon Exploring Linux: Tech Made Easy Presenter, Ken McGrath Friday, Oct 9th, 1:00 – 3:00 Hands-on Introduction to Artificial Intelligence

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Artificial Intelligence: Understanding the Technology That Is Changing Our World Presenter, Bill Didur Friday, Oct 16th, 10:00 – Noon Cellphone Photography Presenter, Ken McGrath Fri, Oct 30th, 10 – Noon & Sat, Oct 31st, 1 – 3 Grade 1 iPad for Absolute Beginners Presenters, Paul & Kathleen Vanderwood Tues/Thurs, Nov 3, 5, 10, 12 & 17th, 1:30 –3:30 Crossing the Digital Bridge: Transferring Photos from Apple to Windows Presenters, Ivor Hewitt and Tom Mueller Tues/Weds, Nov 24, Dec 1 & 2nd, 10:00 – Noon

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For educators in the Delta School District, the end of August feels a lot like New Year’s Eve. “This is the time of the year where everything is hopeful, everything is exciting,” superintendent Doug Sheppard said Monday. “We know it is a long summer for a lot of parents … We are just thrilled to welcome kids back and our staff to have another phenomenal year.” As students head back to class Sept. 8, they’ll notice a few updates. These range from new accessible play spaces, to a pilot project to understand and manage the use of artificial intelligence in schools. Board chair Joe Muego said the district is moving smoothly through its 2025 to 2028 Strategic Plan. A

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Students return to class on Tuesday, Sept. 8, as another school year begins in Delta. major focus remains the Justice and Equity Action Plan, which Muego called a labour of love for staff. The initiative now shapes everything from daily learning to a recent summer audit of human resources practices aimed at reducing hiring barriers and increasing representation. In the classroom, getting the basics right remains the top priority. A specialized

MathMinds program is running in 19 of Delta’s 24 elementary schools. Following new provincial direction, the district is also rolling out early literacy screening to support young learners before they reach Grade 3. Technology is taking a measured step forward this fall. One school is testing the waters with a joint staff-and-student project

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to 200 students, keeping total enrolment around the 16,000 mark. Sheppard noted this steady trend is currently common across most of Metro Vancouver. The international student program, however, is bouncing back towards pre-pandemic levels. The district expects to welcome about 600 international students this year. While the board office has been busy

welcoming new arrivals this week, officials noted there is always a pressing need for more local families to host them in the homestay program. While there are no major classroom expansions this year, kids at Sunshine Hills and Annieville elementaries are getting new accessible playgrounds, tentatively scheduled for completion in October. With a school board election this October, Muego said the board’s main goal is stability. “We’re hopeful as a board, that, regardless of what happens at the end of October, we’ve left the district and the future board in a place where it’s easy to transition the reins, if necessary, to continue the good work that the staff and administration are already doing so there’s not so much disruption.”

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Ensuring a safe school year is up to all of us Everyone can do their part; expect the unexpected, say Delta police MIKE WHITELEY D e l t a Po l i c e D e p a r t m e n t

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The Delta Police Department is asking everyone to slow down, stay alert and help make the return to school as safe as possible.

For many children, the trip to school is one of their first steps toward independence. They may be walking with friends, riding a bike or crossing a busy street without a parent beside them. That makes the choices the rest of us make on the road especially important. As students across Delta return to the classroom on Sept. 8, those choices matter even more. Our roads, sidewalks and school zones will once again become much busier. The Delta Police Department is asking everyone to slow down, stay alert and help make the return to school as safe as possible.

For motorists, that starts with slowing down and paying attention. Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit in school zones is 30 kmh from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., on school days. Drivers should also be prepared for increased pedestrian and cycling traffic, to obey crossing guards, to stop for pedestrians at crosswalks and to put phones and other distractions away. Parents and caregivers can help reduce congestion by allowing extra time for drop-off and pickup, using designated areas and avoiding stopping or parking where it may block sightlines, crosswalks or traffic. It is also a good time to talk with children about where to cross, staying alert around traffic and following the rules of the road. Students walking or cycling to school should use sidewalks and marked crossings whenever possible and stay alert to surrounding traffic and avoid distractions.

Cyclists should wear a properly fitted helmet and make sure they are visible to motorists. Back to school is an exciting time for students and families, but it also means we all need to adjust our driving and travel habits. A few extra seconds of patience, slowing down, putting distractions away and paying attention can make all the difference. Our goal is simple: we want every student to arrive at school safely and make it home safely at the end of the day. Throughout September, our patrol officers, traffic officers and school liaison officers will be conducting education and enforcement around schools across the community, with a focus on speeding, distracted driving and other behaviours that put vulnerable road users at risk. Whether you are driving, walking or cycling, give yourself a little more time and expect the unexpected.

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Delta School District reports website cyber attack IAN JACQUES i j a c q u e s @ d e l t a - o p t i m i s t .c o m

The Delta School District is informing parents of a recent cyber security incident regarding DeltaLearns.ca. The district notified parents in a letter on Aug. 28. Jonathan Duffin, district secretary treasurer and privacy officer, said the district became aware of this incident on Aug. 10, and have been engaged in the process of collecting more information regarding it since that date. Duffin said the school district has also initiated the reporting process through their communication with the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner for British Columbia. He said on Aug. 10 they became aware of certain activities by an unauthorized third party (the “threat actor”) within theDeltaLearns.ca computing environment and that

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The Delta School District is informing parents of a recent cyber security incident regarding DeltaLearns.ca. the DeltaLearns.ca website was unavailable. “It was quickly determined that the server had been the target of a cyberattack and had been immediately taken offline to contain the incident,” he said. “Our investigation, including forensic analysis,

determined that personal information may have been exposed as a result of this incident. “While we have no evidence that any personal information was accessed, acquired, or misused by an unauthorized party, we have been unable to

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conclusively rule out that possibility. As a result, and out of an abundance of caution, the school district has determined that it is prudent to notify staff and families who may have been affected.” He said the affected data contains submitted forms to their Learning Services Department. DeltaLearns.ca was taken offline immediately on Aug. 10. He said further remediation actions were completed on Aug. 12, which included vulnerability patching, backdoor removal, PHP execution being disabled, file permissions hardened, security plugin being deployed and monitoring. “This remediation work did not result in any indicators of re-compromise,” said Duffin. The school district is encouraging parents, students and staff to remain alert to any unusual inquiries or communications from third parties by:

• Monitoring your email or other personal accounts regularly • Maintaining proper security hygiene, such as using complex passwords and not sharing passwords across accounts • Being suspicious of unsolicited emails or text messages asking you for personal information or that contain links or attachments • Learning about how to protect yourself against fraud and identity theft. Parents are asked to notify the Delta School District of any such communications that you believe are connected to this event. “The privacy of our community members is important to the Delta School District, and we apologize for any concern or upset that has been caused by this incident,” said Duffin. Any parents with questions can contact the school district at: privacy@deltaschools.ca.

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Feds provide $10 million in support for Delta and Lower Mainland businesses IAN JACQUES i j a c q u e s @ d e l t a - o p t i m i s t .c o m

The federal government is providing $10 million to 12 Lower Mainland businesses to help them overcome trade and tariff barriers. On Friday (Aug. 28) Gregor Robertson, Minister of Housing and Infrastructure and Minister responsible for Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan), announced the funding to help them pivot to new pathways for growth, improve productivity, expand into new markets, reduce costs, and build more resilient supply chains. According to the feds, this investment will also help protect jobs in key sectors affected by global trade disruptions such as advanced manufacturing, forestry, and steel and aluminum. Robertson made the announcement at Nickels Cabinets, a Richmond-based manufacturer of custom kitchen cabinets for homes and businesses. “Trade disruptions are threatening the industries that drive Canada’s economy,” said Robertson. “That is why the Government of Canada is standing up for Canadian businesses and making investments that strengthen our supply chains, grow productivity, and open doors to new markets. By investing in B.C. busi-

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Delta MP Jill McKnight speaks at the funding nesses, we are protecting good jobs and strengthening Canada’s long-term economic resilience.” One Delta business was among the 12 receiving support. Plascon Plastics is receiving $841,000. Plascon Plastics is a Delta-based manufacturer that produces sustainable plastic products using recycled materials. The investment will support automation, facility modernization, market expansion and increased use

of Canadian-sourced materials. This will increase production capacity, strengthen domestic supply chains, reduce reliance on imported inputs, create jobs, and support growth in domestic and international markets. “Small businesses and workers drive British Columbia’s economy and strengthen communities across our province,” said Delta MP, Veterans Affairs Minister Jill McKnight, who was on hand for the announcement. “As businesses adjust to unjustified tariffs, our government is investing in their success, protecting jobs, and creating opportunities for longterm growth. We will always stand with Canadian businesses and Canadian workers.”

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Delta, B.C. chambers of commerce want to hear tariff troubles PHIL MELNYCHUK p m e l nyc h u k@ d e l t a - o p t i m i s t .co m

The Delta Chamber of Commerce wants to hear if any local businesses are getting slammed by the latest round of U.S. tariffs. It’s emailed its members asking them how tariffs are affecting their businesses, while the B.C. Chamber of Commerce has also sent around a short survey. The B.C. Chamber is asking if businesses are experiencing impacts in either direction, including losing U.S. customers, experiencing supply-chain disruptions, or facing higher costs on U.S. inputs. That was to be followed Aug. 26 by a province-wide virtual meeting of the B.C. Chamber of Commerce focusing on U.S. tariffs. On Saturday, Aug. 22, the U.S. slapped 50-percent tariffs on a range of Canadian

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Delta Chamber executive director Richard Wischnewski speaking at the 2025 Business Excellence Awards Gala. products ranging from nonalcoholic beer, cement, hockey sticks, honey and cameras, totalling about $27 billion. Normally, such products should be exempt under the over-arching Canada-U.S.Mexico trade agreement that’s

still in effect. “We’re waiting to get feedback from our members, through the B.C. Chamber of Commerce,” then the provincial body can decide how it can best help, said Richard Wischnewski, executive-direc-

tor, of the Delta Chamber of Commerce. “The B.C. Chamber and the Canadian chamber are all working hard to find the best support that we can give to our businesses.” He said he knows there will be impacts from the tariffs, just not to what level, nor what effect Canadian countervailing tariffs announced Tuesday, will have. “It’s a bit of a shock at this time. I think it’s a moment of digestion,” he said. What they’ve seen previously is not so much an initial impact but a delayed, ripple effect of the tariffs that can affect businesses. But so far, after putting out the word last week on the new tariffs, he hasn’t heard from any Delta businesses, although he knows there will be impacts. Once everything settles, then the Delta and B.C. cham-

bers can determine how best to help businesses, he added. In addition to the new tariffs, 50 percent tariffs are still in effect on Canadian exports of steel and aluminum, while lumber shipments face a 10 percent across-the-board tariff with additional tariffs of between 20 to 31 percent charged, depending on the forestry company. “As the Delta Chamber of Commerce, our role is to ensure the realities facing Delta businesses are heard. The experiences and feedback we receive from our members help shape our advocacy and the issues we bring forward to municipal, provincial, and federal decision-makers,” the chamber said by email. The chamber network across B.C. is also trying to connect B.C. businesses with customers and suppliers across the country to strengthen interprovincial trade.

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Delta council pushing back on ALR changes IAN JACQUES i j a c q u e s @ d e l t a - o p t i m i s t .c o m

Proposed regulatory changes by the B.C. Ministry of Agriculture and Food aimed at increasing the number and types of food processing facilities on Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR) land is not sitting well with the City of Delta. At the Aug. 24 meeting of council, civic politicians received and discussed a report prepared by staff. On July 23, the ministry published a news release and discussion paper on proposed regulatory changes that would permit more food-processing facilities in the ALR. Processing is defined in accordance with the ALR use regulation as the storing, packing, preparing and processing of farm products. These would be permitted on land with an agricultural land capability of Class 5-7 or Class 4 lands that have existing servicing, and where at least five per cent of the primary product used in the processing is grown or raised in B.C. Agricultural land is classified into seven capability classes based on soil characteristics, from Class 1 prime agricultural land to Class 7 non-arable land. As per the province’s news release and discussion paper, Class 4 would be considered if the lot is accessible by road and easily connected to existing water,

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Farming is a major part of Delta’s economy. sewage, and electricity services. As aligned with the current provincial regulation, Delta’s zoning bylaw permits processing on agricultural land only when at least 50 per cent of the farm products processed are produced either on that farm or by an association of which the landowner is a member. Delta’s Official Community Plan includes five policies related to protecting the agricultural land base for farming and directing farm product processing facilities to industrial areas. Staff recommended that Delta send a letter to the province outlining their specific concerns regarding the news regulations. Specifically, the letter would address key issues such as: insufficient engagement period and informa-

tion, agricultural land base impacts, servicing implications and administrative and enforcement implications. “Council knows in my day job I work with BC Dairy Farmers as well as the BC Agriculture Council and the vast majority I spoke with have serious concerns with this proposal,” said Coun. Dylan Kruger. “There are many issues with this. Enforcement is a major one. How, with the resources that are in place, do they expect that they will be able to apply adequate enforcement. Our staff have done a great job with this and I fully support sending this letter.” Coun. Alicia Guichon echoed Kruger’s thoughts. “Thank you Coun. Kruger … I completely agree with everything you said. This seems very odd to me to come forward . . . this will have a very adverse effect on local farms and how we get through production today. It will make it so much harder for everyday farmers to get crops in the ground if we are proposing something of this magnitude on 50 per cent of farm land in Delta.” Mayor George Harvie appreciated the comments also adding his thanks to staff for their work on the report and the letter. Council unanimously approved the letter which will be sent to the ministry as well as Delta South MLA Ian Paton, Delta North MLA Ravi Kahlon and the Delta Farmers’ Institute.

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The walls are closing in Editor’s Note IAN JACQUES

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nother one gone and another one gone …another one bites the dust! Last week was likely one of the worst weeks that Kerry-Lynne Findlay has ever experienced. It started on Monday, Aug. 24 when Delta South MLA Ian Paton sent an early media advisory stating that he was holding a press conference outside the B.C. legislature. Putting the puzzle pieces together, not too challenging I might add, I knew and judging by the reaction on X, other media outlets knew too what was coming -- Paton was jumping off the Conservative ship. Paton announced that he could no longer stay in the B.C. Conservative Party and joined his friend and colleague Peter Milobar, who did the same 10 days earlier. The two will sit as independents. The two long-standing politicians also announced that they are creating a new party and have been working hard behind the scenes in the days since to get all the pieces together, the I’s dotted and the T’s crossed with Elections BC, to have that party in place when the fall session resumes in the legislature on Oct. 5. In the days that have followed, we now have a total of seven MLAs (as of Aug. 31) that have quit the Conservative caucus. And there will be more. It’s a stunning revolt of Findlay’s leadership, but quite frankly, not surprising. Her whole life, Findlay has been a polarizing political figure. Her disdain for the media, as well as anyone who seemingly questions her judgment, her moral compass or how she does business … well … they seem to get added to an evergrowing list of people she dislikes or wants nothing to do with. This is not how a “leader” acts, leads or should conduct business. Findlay is learning the hard way, and an embarrassing way I might add, that when you treat people the way she has and rule with an iron fist, you don’t win many friends. That’s a tough way to keep a grasp on a political party and for someone who wants to be premier of this province.

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ast week, I had the privilege of emceeing the Heron Hospice Gala in Delta. The week before, I was invited on a tour of Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside. Two very different experiences. Two very different environments. But I left both thinking about many of the same things. Dignity, grief, hope, choice, compassion and perhaps most importantly, time. At the Heron Hospice Gala, I heard stories about people and families navigating some of life’s most difficult moments. Stories that reminded me that dignity matters right until the very end and also to those who are left behind. That being cared for, listened to and surrounded by people who see you as a person, not a circumstance, is something every human being deserves. Walking through the

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Downtown Eastside, I was reminded of that same fundamental truth in a completely different way. Behind every face we might too easily pass by, is a human story. Someone’s child or someone’s friend. Someone who has experienced joy, disappointment, love, loss and hope. It is easy to measure our lives by what we accumulate. Our homes, careers, accomplishments and our bank accounts. But neither experience left me thinking about money.

They left me thinking about time. Time with the people we love. Time to make a different choice, to say what needs to be said, to listen and to forgive. Time to help someone feel seen or to simply sit beside another person when there is nothing we can say to make things better. We spend so much of our lives chasing things we believe have value, only to discover that the things of greatest value often cannot be bought. Kindness costs nothing. Compassion requires no status. Dignity should never depend on circumstance. Perhaps humanity is found in recognizing that, despite the vastly different paths we walk, we all want many of the same things: to be seen, to have choices, to have hope and to know that our time here mattered. And maybe the best use of our own time is helping someone else feel that theirs matters too.

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Bike barricades a waste Editor: The government spent almost $1 million to put in the concrete barricades for less than a kilometre on River Road in Delta for bike lanes. For some reason, they thought they needed to do this for the four or five bicycles that go along River Road every

day. All they have done is create narrow lanes and made it more difficult for truck and vehicle traffic. There will be a head on sooner than later. And then driving back to work, I see that a cyclist doesn’t even bother using it. Timothy McCarthy

No issues with memorial site Editor: Re: Ash-scattering site should not be a funding priority (Optimist, letters, Aug. 27) Yet another B.C.resident who doesn’t seem to understand the fundamental differences between the mandates of two levels of government, and are using this (ignorance) as an excuse to oppose this project. Health care is a provincial responsibility, not a municipal one. Unfortunately, there have been some raciallymotivated comments, about this particular site, which have been posted on local social media platforms. Apparently, if this ash-scattering site was not being prioritized for a specific racial group (non-white), as opposed to another group (white),

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On July 16, the province and the City of Delta announced a first-of-its-kind ash-scattering site. then this funding decision would probably not even be questioned. This new ash-scattering site actually benefits everyone, who wishes to participate, in a final potential step in the cremation process. This includes Caucasian people, who have cremated their dead for hundreds

of years (and others who cannot afford the high cost of cemetery burials). My father-in-law’s ashes were scattered out to sea a couple of years ago (the last wish of a Canadian naval veteran). Apparently, no one had an issue with that. What’s the problem? A. Cameron

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Ladner is a real community Editor: Thank heavens we live in Ladner. Moving here in 1979, it proved a perfect place to raise our three sons, one of whom also was lucky enough to raise his large family in Ladner. Myriad festivals and events give sparkle to our vibrant town, such as the recent Car and Quilt

Show, Pet Expo, Artwalk, Ladner Bandfest, May Days, the Village Market, and many more. I’d like to give a shoutout to the flower people; the city flower crew works tirelessly to beautify our town, with the hanging baskets, many flower beds, and the constant renewal through the growing season.

The merchants also work together to make it attractive and inviting. The new Ladner waterfront plaza being built on the Chisholm Street dike could be a thing of beauty. We consider Ladner to be the light at the end of the tunnel. Curt and Jandie Jantzen

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Deltassist 2026 AGM Please join us on Wednesday September 23rd at 7pm for our AGM! This meeting is an in-person event and will be a chance to take a closer look at how Deltassist continues to support all of Delta. Deltassist has been responding to Delta’s needs since 1972, through provisions of professional and volunteer services. We welcome registrants to invite a friend or family member for an evening of meaningful dialogue to hear about all the ways Deltassist has been caring for our community. There is no cost to attend but we ask that you register in advance. Please register in advance by emailing inquiry@deltassist.com with your name (first & last) and how many guests you’ll be bringing. Please register by Friday September 18, 2026.

Event Date: Wednesday September 23rd Event Time: 7pm (Doors open at 6:30 pm) Event Location: 9097 - 120th Street, Delta, BC A light meal will be served. For environmental reasons, please feel free to bring your own water bottle.

Delta police seek dashcam and CCTV footage IAN JACQUES i j a c q u e s @ d e l t a - o p t i m i s t .co m

The Delta Police Department continues to investigate the suspicious death of an adult female located in a field in the 6400 block of River Road on Aug. 26. Investigators would like to thank the members of the public who have already come forward with information and video footage. As the investigation continues, police are now appealing to the public for information, including dash-cam or CCTV footage, that may help identify the driver or registered owner of the White Dodge Ram 1500 Quad Cab. Investigators would like to speak to the driver of the vehicle, as they may have information that could assist the investigation. Anyone with information about the vehicle that was seen in the Tilbury area between midnight on

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Delta police are now appealing to the public for information, including dash-cam or CCTV footage, that may help identify the driver or registered owner of the White Dodge Ram 1500 Quad Cab. Tuesday, Aug. 25 and the morning of Wednesday, Aug. 26, is asked to contact the Delta Police Department at 604-946-4444 and reference file #2616041.

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Here is what you need to DELTA CITY HAPPY LABOUR DAY FROM COUNCILLOR know about the upcoming municipal election Are you ready to vote? We are 44 days away from the 2026 General Local and School Elections in Delta. Now is the time for you to make sure you’re ready to vote on General Voting Day, Saturday, Oct. 17, or at one of our Advance Voting opportunities. Eligible voters will elect one mayor, six councillors, and seven school trustees to serve a four-year term. Residents can now check online if you’re registered to vote in the upcoming elections by visiting delta.ca/elections/voters. Those who are registered will receive a voting card in the mail with information about your voting location. If you missed the deadline, don’t worry! You can also register when you go vote during advance voting on Oct. 3, 6, and 7, or on General Voting Day

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on Oct. 17. To register at the voting location, bring two pieces of identification, with at least one showing your signature. Are you interested in being a candidate for the upcoming election? Candidate nomination packages are available for pick up at the Delta Election Office (4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta). Information about the nomination process, key legal requirements, and the forms needed to submit a nomination is included in that package. For more information, visit the cities candidates page at delta.ca/elections/ candidates. For the most up-to-date information about the upcoming election, including voter eligibility, registration, and voting options, please visit delta.ca/ elections. -Staff Writer

DYLAN KRUGER Today we celebrate the people who built our community and reaffirm the importance of fair wages, safe workplaces, and respect for every worker.

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Water restrictions moved back to stage one IAN JACQUES i j a c q u e s @ d e l t a - o p t i m i s t .co m

Metro Vancouver moved the region back to stage one watering restrictions on Tuesday, Sept. 1. This will now allow residents and businesses to water their lawns one morning per week. Under stage one restrictions, designated lawn watering days are determined by property address and type. Trees, shrubs, and flowers may be watered any day in the morning when using a sprinkler, or at any time when hand watered or using drip irrigation. Edible plants are exempt from the restrictions. Restrictions will remain in place until Oct. 15. Stage one residential lawn watering: * Even-numbered addresses: Saturdays — automatic watering between 5 and 7 a.m., and manual watering between 6 and 9 a.m. * Odd-numbered addresses: Sundays — automatic watering between 5 and 7 a.m., and manual watering between 6 and 9 a.m. * Trees, shrubs, and flowers can be watered with a sprinkler any day between 5 and 9 a.m., or any time by hand or using drip irrigation Stage one non-residential lawn watering:

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* Even-numbered addresses: Mondays — automatic watering between 4 and 6 a.m., and manual watering between 6 and 9 a.m. * Odd-numbered addresses: Tuesdays — automatic watering between 4 and 6 a.m., and manual watering between 6 and 9 a.m. * Trees, shrubs, and flowers can be watered with a sprinkler any day between 4 and 6 a.m., or any time by hand or using drip irrigation Under Stage 1, residents and businesses can also wash impermeable surfaces like driveways and patios without restrictions. These restrictions do not apply to the use of rainwater, grey water, all forms of recycled water, or other sources of water outside the regional and municipal drinking water supply system. Member jurisdictions enforce watering restrictions through local bylaws. Metro Vancouver said in a news release that the region can ease water restrictions from stage two to stage one because reservoir levels are within the typical range for this time of year. Find the full restrictions, as well as drinking water conservation tips, at itsalldrinkingwater.ca. Weather, snowpack, water demand, and reservoir level information are published on Metro Vancouver’s website weekly.

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Two young bald eagles take flight at Brunswick Point RADHA AGARWAL Lo c a l J o u r n a l i s m I n i t i a t i ve Re p o r te r

After weeks of recovery,, two young bald eagles have finally returned to the skies over Brunswick Point. Last week, the Tsawwassen First Nation (TFN) partnered with the Orphaned Wildlife Rehabilitation Society (OWL) to release the rehabilitated birds back into the wild, marking a successful end to their challenging early lives. Rob Hope, OWL’s senior rehabilitator, said that both birds were young and had to overcome significant hurdles before tasting freedom. The first eagle’s journey began with tragedy when its nest broke apart. “Unfortunately, a sibling died,” said Hope. “We saved the brother and he’s about four months old now, so he successfully rehabilitated.” The second bird was discovered right at Brunswick Point as it was just learning to fledge. “Unfortunately, he couldn’t get anywhere, so we rescued him, brought him into the centre, and we’ve had him for

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A bald eaglet being rehabilitated at Orphaned Wildlife Rehabilitation Society (OWL) in Delta. about a month. And now, as you can see, they’re both free,” said Hope. The release location was no accident.

TFN lands, and Brunswick Point in particular, play a crucial role in the survival of local and migratory bird populations.

Lola Pavlovic, stewardship and natural resources analyst with TFN, emphasized the area’s importance as part of the Pacific Flyway Zone. “Meaning birds, while they’re migrating north or south, they stop here, they feed, they replenish, they rest, and then they continue on their journey,” she explained, noting it’s nice to host the birds and let them enjoy the great salmon and food out on the territory. The successful release highlights a years-long relationship between TFN and OWL. “We really want to keep the eagle population out here healthy and thriving. They’re beautiful creatures. They’re very culturally significant,” said Pavlovic. “OWL is a core way that we can make sure that this happens.” People can help wildlife conservation at OWL through donations or by providing supplies like fish. “Seeing these two eagles take flight again was truly special. What a beautiful reminder of the importance of protecting the wildlife we’re lucky enough to share this land with,” said TFN on Facebook.

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Foreign investor pays $18.2 M to buy Tsawwassen Corner Shopping Centre PETER MITHAM B u s i n e s s i n Va n c o u ve r

Strong interest following the listing of Tsawwassen Corner Shopping Centre at 1215 56th St., Delta, last fall has culminated with the property’s sale to a foreign investor. The transaction closed on July 8, with a final sale price of $18.2 million. This was slightly below the 2025 assessed value of $19 million. However, lead listing agent Andrew Gormley of Marcus & Millichap’s Western Canada NNN Group said demand was strong, with the open-air mall garnering 86 signed confidentiality agreements from prospective buyers and seven letters of intent during the marketing campaign. The successful offer was unconditional, underscoring the buyer’s confidence in the asset. Maddie Chen of Re/Max Crest Realty represented the buyer, while Gormley together while Jon Buckley, Joe Genest, Curtis Leonhardt and Armaan Sohi represented the seller. Built in 1967 on just under two acres, the mall totals 28,010 square feet. It traded at $650 per rentable square foot and a 4.7 per cent cap rate on in-place net operating income.

“The sales price reflects strong pricing in today’s market, particularly given the asset carries approximately $1.3 million in deferred capital maintenance recommended over the next decade,” Gormley said. “Multiple private and institutional bidders drove competitive pricing, confirming significant investor demand for well-located, nationally tenanted openair retail centres in the Greater Vancouver area.” Tsawwassen Corner’s anchor tenant, Shoppers Drug Mart, has 30 years of renewal options remaining, providing long-term income stability while near-term value creation is supported by TopCut Barber’s departure on Sept. 1 that will see a new tenant secured at current market rates. Contractual escalations across the tenant roster, including upcoming renewal opportunities for Shoppers Drug Mart, Vancity, and Liquor Quicker, support long-term value creation. Paul Richter, director of market analytics with CoStar, noted that the asset’s steady cash flow was particularly appealing, though its valuation has dropped steadily since July 1, 2024, when BC Assessment valued the mall at $20.2 million. “The property traded for roughly 10 per cent below its peak assessed value,” Richter said. “This is another sign that investors are placing greater value on cash

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An unconditional offer from a foreign investor saw Tsawwassen Corner Shopping Centre sold July 8 for $18.2 million. flow and less value on speculative redevelopment upside. The market is becoming increasingly incomedriven, which is leading to a reset in pricing for many redevelopment-oriented assets.” The transaction represented the largest retail centre sale in Delta since 2022, when Trenant Park Square – a much larger property, at 131,000 square feet – sold for $75 million.

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Popular Delta trail part of restoration project SANDOR GYARMATI s g y a r m a t i @ d e l t a - o p t i m i s t .c o m

A wetland along a popular trail at Boundary Bay Regional Park is among the plethora of Metro Vancouver restoration projects at regional parks. In 2025, staff began a project to restore the area along Raptor Trail. A recent updated report for the Regional Parks Committee notes that the second phase began in the spring of 2026 with staff staking the 2025 site with willow and dogwood. Staff also worked with contractors and archeologists to grub out invasive blackberry root balls in the new site. The report also notes that community volunteers will help to replant the area with native species in the fall and another round of staking will follow next year. The report notes that, this year, 54

restoration projects were planned across the regional parks system, part of the Regional Parks Natural Resource Management Program. Those projects include stream daylighting and maintaining wetland habitats, removal of invasive species, improving forest resilience, improving habitat diversity, restoring disturbed areas, buffer plantings, creating wildflower meadows, as well as restoring forested and riparian areas. Last year, 27 restoration projects in 20 regional parks were completed by staff, contractors, and volunteers. The report adds that, collectively they removed 26,783 kg of invasive species and added 11,727 native plants to regional parks. A total of 4,649 volunteer shifts supported 412 environmental stewardship work parties in regional parks, contributing 14,299 volunteer hours.

HAPPY LABOUR DAY FROM DELTA FIRE & EMERGENCY SERVICES! This Labour Day, Delta Fire & Emergency Services proudly recognizes our firefighters and staff for their tireless devotion and skill. Thank you for your selfless service, bravery, and unwavering dedication to protecting our community every day and night.

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Tsawwassen First Nation unveils new orange shirt: For family and loyalty Design will be for Orange Shirt Day for reconciliation RADHA AGARWAL Lo c a l J o u rn a l i s m I n i t i a t ive Re p o r te r

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Karl Morgan’s new Orange Shirt Day design.

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Tsawwassen First Nation (TFN) revealed this year’s Orange Shirt Day design in preparation for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Sept. 30. Local artist Karl Morgan created the design, featuring the wolf as a symbol of family, loyalty, belonging, and connection. “This artwork reminds us of the strength found in community and the importance of keeping our families and cultures connected,” said TFN. “The wolf also speaks to the painful history of residential

schools, where Indigenous children were taken from their families, languages, cultures, and communities.” The nation says it is honouring the children who never came home, survivors, their families, and all those who continue to reclaim their identity, language, culture, and sense of belonging. “We’ll be selling these Orange Shirts in support of remembering, learning, and carrying these teachings forward,” said TFN. Proceeds will support youth and elder programs in Tsawwassen. As a Coast Salish carver and member of the Tsawwassen First Nation, Morgan draws deep inspiration from the wildlife and natural landscapes of the Fraser River, the Salish Sea, and the broader Coast Salish territories. Bringing 35 years of experience to his craft, Karl specializes

in shaping red and yellow cedar. Morgan’s artwork is featured in numerous prominent community spaces. His recent portfolio includes a Coast Salish house post for a new Beedie industrial warehouse, as well as a post, figurines, wall carvings, and other installations displayed throughout the Tsawwassen Mills mall. The artist’s aquatic mural design has covered the walls of the new Hydrogen station at Tsawwassen, and his “Relationships” welcome post is standing tall at the entrance of the Delta Police Department headquarters in Ladner. In addition to playing a key role in the creative rebranding of the Tsawwassen First Nation, he is commissioned to craft an Indigenous welcome pole for Delta city hall alongside artist Bryce Williams.

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City gets more from landfill SANDOR GYARMATI s g y a r m a t i @ d e l t a - o p t i m i s t .c o m

The continued use of the Vancouver Landfill in Delta is going to mean millions of extra dollars in the coffers of the city. According to Delta’s Consolidated Statement of Operations for the year ending Dec. 31, 2025, the city received $6,242,091 from landfill royalties. The city originally had budgeted $4,410,000 for 2025. In 2024, the city received $4,951,465. Council earlier this year agreed it wanted the city to renegotiate its financial arrangement as host of the garbage dump. Whether the increase was shortlived due to other factors, and whether the amount of royalties could steadily decrease due to regional waste diversion initiatives, Delta will nevertheless have millions for longer as a budget item along with investment income, development cost charges and other revenues. That’s thanks to Metro Vancouver announcing earlier this year that the garbage dump will continue to oper-

ate until approximately 2050, without increasing the area or height of the landfill. The landfill, owned and operated by the City of Vancouver, was previously expected to close as early as 2030, according to the regional district, noting that extending the life of the landfill by 20 years results in more than $300 million in avoided future tipping fees for residents and businesses, as well as new investments in Burns Bog enhancement and conservation. Metro notes that the life of the landfill can be extended because more volume is available within the existing footprint than previously estimated due to settlement and optimized operations. Since future filling will occur within the landfill’s current footprint, there will be no significant additional environmental impacts from extending the life. The landfill had a total of 741,654 tonnes of waste landfilled last year, according to the 2025 annual operations report. The landfill’s current operating certificate authorizes disposal of up to 750,000 tonnes of municipal solid waste annually.

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Metro Vancouver looks at future farm water demand SANDOR GYARMATI s g y a r m a t i @ d e l t a - o p t i m i s t .c o m

Metro Vancouver has issued a request for proposals for a consultant to produce a report evaluating agricultural water demands in the region. According to the request for bids, the work includes primary agricultural production, supporting agriculture infrastructure and services as well as agricultural processing and value-added activities. The study will evaluate associated water supply and demand requirements and their potential implications for future drinking water demand. The project is to begin later this year and conclude in June 2029. Water to supply Delta’s farming areas is pumped from the Fraser River and moved through a conveyance system of ditches, pumping stations, culverts, outfalls and control structures. The Delta Agricultural Plan, completed in 2023, notes that the Fraser River surface water quality varies as it moves through the conveyance system throughout the year, and partial “salinity closures” occur along the river from mid-August through to mid-September, along with partial and full closures in October. The document also notes water demands in Delta are expected to increase as climate change leads to hotter summers and longer growing seasons.

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Delta has almost 4,100 hectares of irrigated lands, most among Metro’s member jurisdictions. Climate change, population growth and expansion of the agricultural land base are expected to result in significantly increased agricultural water needs, especially during summer months. A study for the Climate Change Adaptation Program, which the Investment Agriculture Foundation of BC operated from 2008 to 2023, assessed current and future agricultural water demand and supply in Delta. Several different infrastructure improvements were assessed. The study concluded that the existing infrastructure can largely meet the current demand, with some sup-

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Delta B.C.’s friendliest city Nextdoor Holdings Inc., announced its 2026 rankings of the friendliest cities across B.C., revealing the communities where neighbours are going the extra mile to support and connect with one another. And this year, Delta has been ranked as B.C.’s friendliest city. Nextdoor Neighbours, in a release, said it appreciated Delta’s clean, naturefilled atmosphere and the strong sense of community that makes it a friendly and family-oriented place to live. The top five friendliest cities in British Columbia are: * Delta * Courtenay * Langford * Nanaimo * Kelowna Unlike traditional rankings based on surveys or opinions, Nextdoor’s rankings are based on real neighbour interactions on the platform. With millions of Canadians using Nextdoor every day, the Nextdoor Friendliness Score works like an index, with each city’s friendliest neighbourhood receiving a top score of 100 and all other neighbourhoods ranked in relation to it.

The score considers a range of signals that reflect everyday neighbourly behaviour, including the tone of neighbour conversations, how often requests for help or recommendations are fulfilled, items shared for free within the community, welcomes extended to new neighbours, and how actively residents support local businesses. The rankings highlight how everyday interactions, from recommending a trusted local business, to helping a neighbour find a lost item, contribute to creating more connected communities. “A friendly neighbourhood isn’t just about where you live; it’s about the people who make a place feel like home. At Nextdoor, we see that neighbourly spirit in action every day through people sharing local recommendations, offering resources, and lending a helping hand when someone needs it,” said Kelsey Grady, EVP, Communications at Nextdoor. “These rankings celebrate the communities where those everyday acts of kindness and support are happening most often.” The full ranking can be found by visiting Friendliest Cities in British Columbia. -Submitted

CITIZENS OF DELTA Labour Day is not just a long weekend. Here are just some of the benefits we have as a result of workers’ struggles in the past:

Weekends Safer Workplaces Pay Equity 40-Hour Work Weeks Coffee Breaks Pensions Lunch Periods Overtime Benefit Coverage Vacation Pay This labour day, let us think about the contribution workers make to our communities today, in the past, and looking toward the future.

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Historic, dominant Fraser River sockeye run collapses, called ‘disastrous’

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The Fraser River’s dominant sockeye run has collapsed this year, falling so far below expectations that commercial fishers will get no opening and some First Nations food, social and ceremonial fisheries have closed earlier than expected. “The fish are missing, in a nutshell,” said Ladnerbased commercial fisher Darin Chung, a 40-year veteran of the nets and lines. The 53-year-old, who began fishing as a teen, is among a chorus of others in the industry “be it recreational, commercial or First Nations” forced to speculate on what has happened. “Everybody’s scratching their heads right now,” said Jesse Zeman, executive director of the B.C. Wildlife Federation. Last winter the Pacific Salmon Commission estimated 7.7 million sockeye would return to the river. The commission is an organizing body for several regional panels of stakeholder groups from Alaska, Washington state and B.C. that assess sockeye stocks and opening rights under a treaty. But as the summer rolled along the estimates became thinner and thinner and now stand at 2.8 mil-

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Darin Chung is one of the last commercial fishers left in Ladner. lion or just 36 per cent of the original estimate, as of Aug. 25. “The big thing for this season is everyone had high expectations that there would be plenty of harvest opportunities for everyone. But they have seen that very quickly disappear,” said Fiona Martens, the commission’s director of fisheries management programs. Sockeye salmon live within a four-year life cycle.

After they spawn in the river’s tributaries their fry develop in freshwater and eventually swim out to the Pacific Ocean and return four years later to spawn a new cycle. In 2022, the commission counted 6.6 million sockeye after a pre-run estimate of 9.7 million. The commission counted 1.6 million sockeye caught and retained, including about 318,000 from Washington state, 228,000 by Canadian commercial fishers and 837,000 by First Nations fishers for food, social and ceremonial (FSC) purposes. This left about 3.5 million spawners, after adjusting for factors such as en route mortality. In 2018, 11 million sockeye were counted. Of those, 4.1 million escaped to spawn and 5.9 million were caught, including three million by Canadian commercial fishers and 835,000 by First Nations fishers. The figures do not add directly to the total run size because the commission also makes adjustments for factors such as en route mortality and estimated unreported or illegal catches. This run was the offspring of the more than 5.9 million sockeye that were left to spawn following the large 18.9 million run in 2014. That run was the beneficiary of 13.1 million spawners in 2010 thanks to a 28.2 million run. CONTINUED: see Page 21

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September 3, 2026 The Delta Optimist A21 million. He attributed this to extremely limited fisheries in the previous four cycles (16 years). For instance, in 2021 commercial fishers caught about 7,000 sockeye and First Nations only caught about 6,500. Martens said DFO reports illegal catches to the commission and while it is a concern, the majority of run adjustments have to do with challenging migration conditions. The department maintains it conducts enforcement of illegal fishing although its online list of current enforcement efforts does not include activity on the Fraser. Marine mammals could be at play According to associate professor Murdoch McAllister at the University of B.C. Institute for the Oceans and Fisheries, another problem has potentially been identified through recent and ongoing analysis. “We’ve done a very thorough analysis of factors impacting salmon populations. The stats show the biggest factor is seal and sea lion predation,”said McAllister. Since seals were protected under Canada’s Marine Mammal Regulations in the 1970s, their populations in the Strait of Georgia has grown to 50,000 in recent years. McAllister said First Nations no longer cull seals and sea lions on the West Coast, and public perception of a seal hunt has so far prevented the policy option from reaching serious discussion. In 1970 DFO counted about 5,000 Steller sea lions off B.C.’s coast, while the peak population in 2017 was estimated to be 52,000.

McAllister said the average sea lion eats 18 kilograms of seafood per day. “The biggest colonies are on the northern tip of Vancouver Island where the sockeye come around the corner. They take in 400,000 tonnes of fish or more. It doesn’t take a big percentage of sockeye to have an impact,” McAllister said. In 2018, the U.S. allowed a cull of California and Steller sea lions along the Columbia River and its tributaries to protect endangered salmon, McAllister said. A transborder all-First Nations seal and sea lion hunt is what retired Washington state-based First Nations fisher Thomas Sewid is lobbying DFO for as president of Pacific Balance Marine Management Inc. Sewid is highly critical of Canada’s management of salmon on all fronts and described this year’s Adams River run “one of the Fraser watershed’s most important sockeye runs as disastrous.” Meanwhile, Bristol Bay in Alaska is poised to receive more than 43 million sockeye salmon this summer, according to official reports. “Canada needs to take lessons from the U.S. on how to manage sockeye. DFO has mismanaged what few sockeye runs B.C. has. Overfishing by commercial sectors, allowing fishing in lakes, and no significant monitoring and enforcement of First Nations FSC fisheries,” he said. Business in Vancouver reached out to the First Nations Fisheries Council and Adams Lake Indian Band (the end of the line for most sockeye) for its perspectives on the sockeye collapse. They did not respond prior to publication.

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CONTINUED from Page 20 A Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) spokesperson said in an Aug. 20 email that the commission reported an abundance “enough to meet conservation targets and limited priority FSC fisheries in the Fraser River.” But as of Aug. 25 the commission’s Fraser River Panel slashed its expectations by another one million sockeye and set its spawning escapement target at 2.8 million, or the entire amount it now expects this season. Martens said Washington state fishers are typically reserved about 16.5 per cent of the allowable catch and, to date, have taken 31,680 while First Nations in Canada have caught 185,240. Martens said sockeye runs can vary in timing but the commission is now sure that the run will be historically low based on test fisheries in the ocean. So far, said Martens, the commission has not observed any particular reason for this year’s collapse. “We know there is en route loss from environmental factors,†such as impacts on marine and freshwater changes, including warmer water temperatures. However, Chung, who represents the interests of commercial fishers to a DFO consultation group, said if there is one reason for the collapse it has to be overfishing. He said when numbers begin coming in so low, all fisheries must adhere to conservation efforts. Chung notes the non-dominant 2025 run was over nine million, up from the pre-season estimate of 2.9

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applications and selected 24 organizations to be awarded a total of $112,100, projects representing a wide range of community initiatives. The second intake had received 47 applications, with funds requested

totaling $391,669. The city will also renew its three-year Health Care Champion sponsorship of the Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation’s Moonlight Gala at $18,500 per year for 2026,

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Celebrate the season at the Earthwise Heirloom Tomato Festival Festival is this Saturday, Sept. 5 Summer’s most colourful harvest is taking centre stage once again as the Earthwise Heirloom Tomato Festival returns to the Earthwise Garden on Sept. 5, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This much-loved annual event brings together food lovers, gardeners, families, and curious tomato enthusiasts for an afternoon celebrating the incredible diversity of heirloom tomatoes. With dozens of heirloom varieties to discover, the festival offers a chance to see, taste, and learn about tomatoes in all their remarkable forms, from deeply coloured and delicately striped cultivars to unusual shapes and unexpected flavours. Guests can sample different varieties, discover the stories behind these treasured crops, and learn why heirlooms continue to hold a special place in gardens and kitchens. This year, the Tomato Fest will feature Chef John Temple, who many visitors will remember from Earthwise Society’s cooking series, where he shared creative ways to make the most of fresh winter produce. Temple returns with a hands-on cooking demonstration focused on tomatoes, where he will share some fresh ideas and techniques for turning the season’s harvest into delicious dishes. Guests will also have the opportunity to sample some of his tomato creations.

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From the Land on this month at Gallery 1710 LAUREL JOHNSON C o n t r i b u t i n g Wr i te r

From the Land is the upcoming show by the South Delta Artists Guild at Gallery 1710 in Tsawwassen. How have our artists interpreted this interesting topic? British Columbia’s heritage is bound hand in glove with our Canadian traditions. Our love of Delta, with its wide open fields, spectacular mountains, and views of the ocean, present a plethora of topics which have such an appeal for us all. Artists’ impressions and inspiration let us delve into images with complex horizons, yet zero in on the beauty of the terrain that leaves us breathless. Come and see what our artists have captured – you won’t be disappointed. Abstracts, scenes, stitchery, and stone are just some of the tools artists have used to explore our beautiful province. The show runs from Sept. 4 to Oct. 4 at Gallery 1710. Gallery hours are Friday to Sunday from noon to 4 p.m.

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Sidekicks Players presents NEXT! Sidekick Players is thrilled to present a staged reading of NEXT! by Lisa Gach — and you have just two opportunities to see it. This marks the debut of Gach’s script, brought to life by an outstanding cast of Sidekick favourites. In NEXT!, four middle-aged performers repeatedly cross paths while chasing roles in an industry that often overlooks them. What begins as polite competition slowly blossoms into a heartfelt friendship as they share stories, navigate awkward auditions, and support one another through career highs, personal surprises, and life-

changing decisions. Funny, honest and deeply relatable, NEXT! celebrates resilience, reinvention, and the courage to keep showing up — no matter what’s waiting on the other side of the door. The cast includes: Laura Sutherland-Smith, Marcia Strang, Cathy Collis and Erica Bearss. Shows are Friday, Sept. 11 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, Sept. 12 at 2 p.m. at the Tsawwassen Arts Centre (1172 56th Street). Tickets are $20. Call 604-288-2415 to reserve. - Submitted

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SDSS football teams start exhibition play Friday IAN JACQUES i j a c q u e s @ d e l t a - o p t i m i s t .c o m

The new season of South Delta Secondary Sun Devils football has arrived. Both the senior and junior varsity teams have been busy the past few weeks with daily practices and video sessions in preparation for their first exhibition games of the BC High School Football season. Both Sun Devils teams will play host to Kelowna this Friday, Sept. 4 with neutral site games in Abbotsford against Kelowna. The senior varsity team will then play its first official home game on Saturday, Sept. 12 at 1:30 p.m. at South Delta Secondary, against Lord Tweedsmuir. The junior varsity team plays its second exhibition game on the road in Chilliwack on Sept. 10 against G.W. Graham. The JVs will play their first home game on Sept. 17 at 2:15 p.m. at SDSS, against Belmont. Senior varsity head coach Ray Moon said despite graduating a large class of players following last year’s playoff loss in the semifinals, he remains optimistic that this year’s group of players will put forth a solid season. “We are somewhat similar to the team last year - some holes to fill - at the start of the season,” said Moon. “We lost a number of starters, but the guys who were here last year, a lot of them are stepping up. Then we have the players coming up from junior varsity as well that are filling in the blanks, so we’re going to be a relatively young team as far as experience goes, but I think we can make a pretty good push this year.” Moon said exhibition games are a test in a way of trying a few new things and sorting out positioning. “You have live bullets flying and you find out whether we have the guys in a position that they are able to do the job,” he said. “Offensively, we will be throwing a bit more this year. We have a great, true quarterback coming up from JV in Quinn Kirincic. He has a strong arm. Last year, we had Damian [Dumas] who was more of a running back and he was fantastic and did everything we asked, but now, we have a natural quarterback, a good set of receivers. The offensive line is starting to come together after graduating a lot

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The junior varisty South Delta Secondary Sun Devils practise offensive drills. of guys. The exhibition season … we will see what we can do and what we can’t do.” Junior varsity head coach Scott Martens is also optimistic about the upcoming season. Despite a smaller roster of about 25 guys, he feels the team has all the pieces to be very competitive. “A lot of the guys have been working hard in the offseason training on their own and in their own groups, so that’s great to see that level of commitment,” said Martens. “We are not big in terms of numbers, but we have the pieces and it’s just a matter of putting all those pieces together, playing together and understanding what’s going on. I’m super optimistic. This crew has tons of potential, we just don’t have a lot of depth.”

Martens said with last year’s deep playoff run, a lot of guys got extra practice and playing experience which will translate well into this year. “Guys who were in Grade 10 last year got more reps than some of the starters, so developing the talent year over year is how we can be successful,” he said. “We had a good spring scrimmage with Lord Tweedsmuir in June. They will be the toughest team in our conference. It’s about these guys taking that opportunity. We have receivers that are hungry and can catch, so I’m not worried about that. Very happy to have Raemon [Dosanjh]. He got some good experience last year. This year, he’s a bit bigger, a bit stronger, so I feel like, if you give us 25 guys who want to be here, we are going to find a way to be very successful.”

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4896 12 Ave. Tsawwassen

SOLD!!!

SOLD!!!

D!!! JUST SOL

4838 57 St. Ladner

112 5518 14 Ave. Tsawwassen

Listed by LPT Realty 205 1320 55 St. Tsawwassen

NEW BROKERAGE, SAME ALISON NEW LISTING

MOVE-IN READY

WATERFRONT

218-1120 TSATSU SHORES DRIVE $499,000 1 BED I 1 BATH I 659 SQ. FT. I BUILT 1996 RENOVATED END UNIT

5244 CAMBRIDGE CRT., TSAWWASSEN $1,649,000 5 BEDS | 3 BATHS | 3,048 SQ. FT. | BUILT 1990 CENTRAL TSAWWASSEN

318 - 1120 TSATSU SHORES DRIVE $449,000 1 BED | 1 BATH | 676 SQ. FT. WEST COAST WATERFRONT LIVING

SHOWHOME

56 - 4656 ORCA WAY, TSAWWASSSEN $899,000 4 BEDS | 4 BATHS | 1877 SQ. FT. SHOW HOME | SEASIDE

BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED

D L O S

D L O S

302 -4758 53 Street $499,900 2 BED I 2 BATH I 913 SQ. FT. I BUILT 1991

177 67 STREET, TSAWWASSEN $1,669,000 3 BEDS | 2 BATHS | 1,960 SQ. FT. LANDSCAPED YARD!

Listed by Sutton Seafair

Listed by Remax City

604-790-5859 | www.alisonsteen.com | alison@alisonsteen.com The Agency White Rock | #2 15621 Marine Drive, White Rock VBV 131

BUYER’S GUIDE

SELLER’S GUIDE

September 3, 2026 The Delta Optimist A31

111 GRAHAM DRIVE, TSAWWASSEN $999,000

280° panoramic SUNSET & OCEAN views; this is one of Tsawwassen’s most extraordinary building opportunities. The hard work is already done: the site is fully excavated, and engineered retaining walls and tiebacks are already in place, saving you time and significant construction costs. With B.C.’s new density legislation allows for more square footage, a legal suite, and a basement level. Whether you’re building your forever dream home or creating a luxury showpiece, no property can match this location, views, and value. This isn’t just the best-priced premium view lot on the market— it’s an opportunity buyers will not find again.

CALL ROBIN 604-868-2844

163 49TH STREET, TSAWWASSEN JUST LISTED

$1,799,000 Custom-built

home with beautiful vaulted ceilings on quiet street in upper Tsawwassen. This unique property has a totally detached 1,080-square-foot garage. Perfect for a home business or car enthusiast, it includes 8 exterior parking spots, 4 covered parking spots and a studio suite. Plenty of parking for RVs, boats, and trailers. This beautiful home features 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a large open floor plan with a huge great room area perfect for entertaining. This rare find is perfect for anyone needing ample parking for RVs, boats, cars and trailers.

CALL ROBIN 604-868-2844

#110 – 1150 54A STREET, TSAWWASSEN PRICE REDUCED

$629,000

Welcome to The Lexington! This spacious, beautifully maintained home offers an excellent floor plan with engineered hardwood flooring, updated bathrooms and kitchen, and a private west-facing patio. You’ll appreciate the generous laundry room, excellent storage and convenient storage locker. This well-managed, age-restricted 55+ community offers fantastic amenities including a beautiful patio area, bike room and workshop. Ideally located in a quiet setting within walking distance of shopping, services and everyday conveniences. Comfort, convenience and exceptional value in the heart of Tsawwassen!

CALL ROBIN 604-868-2844

#405-15385 101A AVENUE, SURREY JUST LISTED

$659,000

Welcome to Charlton Park, proudly built by awardwinning developer Onni. This spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo is ideally located on the top floor of a quiet two-storey section, offering added privacy and exceptionally low condo fees. The bright, open-concept layout features laminate flooring, large windows and access to a generous deck. The primary suite offers excellent storage and a private ensuite. Enjoy outstanding amenities including an outdoor pool, hot tub and fully equipped indoor gym. Conveniently located near Guildford Town Centre, restaurants, recreation and transit. Exceptional value in a fantastic location!

#411-417 GREAT NORTHERN WAY, VANCOUVER JUST LISTED

$599,900

CALL ROBIN 604-868-2844

1493 54TH STREET, TSAWWASSEN

CALL ROBIN 604-868-2844

#41 – 15868 85 AVENUE, SURREY

$1,699,000 Fantastic family home with the added flexibility PRICE REDUCED of a one-bedroom suite! Beautifully updated throughout, this home features a gourmet kitchen, four bedrooms, three full bathrooms and an excellent, functional floor plan. The suite offers outstanding potential as a mortgage helper, in-law accommodation or additional living space. Situated on a desirable property with future development potential, this is a home that offers both comfortable living today and exciting possibilities for tomorrow. Come see everything this property has to offer!

$849,000

CALL ROBIN 604-868-2844

5268 GLEN ABBEY PLACE TSAWWASSEN

$1,699,000 Gorgeous updated home in fabulous location.

Stylish urban living at Canvas! This immaculate 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom home offers approximately 614 sq. ft. of bright, open living space in one of Vancouver’s most convenient locations. Enjoy soaring ceilings, oversized windows, custom kitchen cabinetry with gas range, quartz countertops and quality stainlesssteel appliances. The flexible layout also provides an ideal work-from-home space. Canvas by Onni offers excellent amenities including a gym, workshop, party room and garden area. Just minutes from Olympic Village, False Creek, the Seawall, Emily Carr, transit and some of Vancouver’s best neighborhood amenities. An outstanding home or investment opportunity!

Welcome to Chestnut Grove, a wonderful adultoriented community in the heart of Surrey. This beautifully designed 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home offers approximately 1,700 sq. ft. of comfortable, well-planned living space. The bright, open layout is ideal for everyday living and entertaining, while the primary bedroom conveniently located on the main floor provides added comfort and flexibility. Enjoy a double garage plus a lovely private backyard and patio—perfect for relaxing, gardening or entertaining. A terrific home offering space, comfort and easy living!

CALL ROBIN 604-868-2844

#319 – 1120 TSATSU SHORES, TSAWWASSEN

this gorgeous home!!!

Experience spectacular beachfront living at Tsatsu Shores! This exceptional penthouse overlooks the lagoon and offers breathtaking North Shore Mountain views from an approximately 240 sq. ft. deck. Inside, you’ll find approximately 1,290 sq. ft. of beautifully updated living space featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, soaring vaulted ceilings, an open-concept floor plan, hardwood flooring, updated bathrooms and newer kitchen appliances, granite countertops and more. Building amenities include a gym, party room, bike room, underground parking and a pet-friendly environment. Just steps from the oceanfront and minutes fromTsawwassen Mills,Tsawwassen Springs Golf Course and countless amenities. Beachfront living at its best—an exceptional home in an unbeatable setting!

CALL ROBIN 604-868-2844

CALL ROBIN 604-868-2844

Home features 5 bedrooms, updated gourmet kitchen, newer High End Hardwood Flooring and beautiful formal living and dining rooms. Home has excellent floor plan that opens to an outstanding private yard with putting green, chipping and practice area with beautiful landscaping. Don’t miss

$699,000

A32 The Delta Optimist September 3, 2026

Eugene Knoedler K PERSONAL REAL ESTATE CORPORATION

SERVICE AND RESULTS YOU DESERVE Jack Knoedler

NEW PRICE

$698,000

Eugene Knoedler

DE LTA RE A LESTAT E.N E T

604.353.6410 JackKnoedler@remax.net

206-5055 Springs Blvd

2021

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

604.219.3177 Eugene@eugenek.ca

Independently Owned and Operated

NEW LISTING

$1,029,999

1,046 sq. ft. | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2014 Build

OPEN HOUSE SAT 2-4 $1,449,000

ONE LEFT OPEN HOUSE SUN 2-4 $899,000

NEW PRICE

$479,000

~1,600 sq. ft. 3 Bed | 3 Bath 2,788 sq. ft. lot

Spacious golf-course view in a concrete build. Thoughtfully designed with high-end finishes.

Private detached home steps from central Ladner.

1510 & 1514 Farrell Cresc

$1,399,000

Ready to Build up to 3000 sq. ft. +! Bring your custom plans and build your dream home. New services at lot line, just bring your plans and start your build.

Bravada Homes presents Scandinavian designed ½ Duplexs in Beach Grove with Garden Suite.

402 5500 13A Ave.

$1,449,000

1254 Pacific Dr.

1,948 sq. ft. 2 Bed | 2 Bath 1994 Build

2,857 sq. ft. 5 Bed | 4 Bath 6,135 sq. ft. lot

Penthouse in the Shaughnessy Carl Jensen built.

Prepaid 99 year Lease.

202 5553 16 Ave.

$1,058,000

40-4375 Cormorant Way ~1,300 sq. ft. 3 Bed | 3 Bath 2023 Build Boardwalk end-unit townhome with A/C and greenspace exposure.

4885 5th Ave. Building Lot 5,715 sq. ft. RS6 Zoning English Bluff building potential 2,850 sq. ft. home plus basement and garden suite.

Spacious 2 Bed in the heart of Tsawwassen.

JUST SOLD

1010 Eden Crescent 5,640 sq. ft.

4 Bed | 4 Bath + Garden Suite 2,000 sq. ft. | 2026 Build

1,058 sq. ft. 2 Bed | 2 Bath 1975 Build

$739,000

4725 Cedar Tree Lane

$1,150,000

JUST SOLD

11031 River Road, North Delta 4 Bed | 2 Bath 2,068 sq. ft. 69,260 sq. ft. lot Meticulously maintained property with a suite downstairs and a view of New West.

RE/MAX City Realty | 5090 48 Avenue, Delta, BC V4K 1V8 | Office 604.943.8080 | Eugene@eugenek.ca | deltarealestate.net

September 3, 2026 The Delta Optimist A33

4412 RIVER RD. WEST, LADNER - CHARMING HOME - $999,000 NEW PRICE

INCREDIBLE VALUE in Ladner! Full of timeless character and beautifully maintained over the years, this charming home offers an exceptional opportunity to own a detached home for under $1M. Thoughtfully updated throughout, it blends the warmth and personality of a character home with modern-day comfort and peace of mind. A heat pump with A/C provides year-round comfort, while natural light fills the bright and welcoming interior. The practical layout offers three bedrooms and comfortable, efficient living. Outside, the large, fully fenced yard is ideal for kids, pets, gardening or simply enjoying the space. Located right beside the park and just steps to scenic dyke walks, the setting offers an unbeatable Ladner lifestyle. Storage is exceptional, with a full-height crawl space providing outstanding room for everyday organization. Impeccably cared for and move-in ready, this is a rare chance to own a detached home with a large private yard in a wonderful location—all for under $1M. CHESAPEAKE LANDING

BEAUTIFULLY TRANSFORMED

106-5900 Ferry Road, Ladner $1,429,000

13-4638 Orca Way, Tsawwassen $1,149,000

SOME HOMES I’VE RECENTLY HAD THE PLEASURE OF SELLING 535,000

$

3309 11967 80 Avenue Delta

425,000

$

EXPERIENCE MATTERS. RESULTS MATTER. SO DOES HAVING THE RIGHT PERSON BESIDE YOU. When you’re ready, I’d welcome the opportunity to earn your trust. Call, text or email for your complimentary home selling guide.

604-315-2533 • nataliemordaunt.com natalie@nataliemordaunt.com

502 13745 George Junction, Surrey $

399,000

238 8500 Ackroyd Road, Richmond

1,379,000

$

5174 Dennison Drive, Tsawwassen $

639,900

108 5556 14TH Avenue, Tsawwassen

459,000

$

105 6385 121 Street, Surrey

998,000

$

4 4375 CORMORANT WAY, Tsawwassen

549,000

$

A204 1258 HUNTER ROAD, Tsawwassen

1,239,900

$

366 Red Barn Blvd, Tsawwassen

1,549,000

$

4975 Weaver Drive, Tsawwassen

2,375,000

$

844 Pacific Drive, Tsawwassen

1,149,000

$

5447 River Road, Ladner

A34 The Delta Optimist September 3, 2026 NEW LISTING

NEW PRICE!

John Nielsen

PORT GATEWAY

MLS R3128423 360” TOUR

MLS R2775898 360º TOUR

AMAZING QUALITY HOME WITH A STELLAR LOCATION! 659 SANDOLLAR PLACE $1,649,000

COUNTRY LIVING CLOSE TO EVERYTHING 2975 53RD STREET $5,390,000 • Large Parcel: 17.34-acre square property with substantial road frontage and a roughed-in second driveway entrance. • Charming Home: Cozy 4-bedroom English style home with a 4-year-old roof, fresh exterior paint, and new carpets. • Equestrian Facilities: Includes a 5-stall barn, hay field, and spacious pasture area previously used as an equestrian facility. • Convenient Location: Situated between Ladner and Tsawwassen, close to Tsawwassen Mills Mall, BC Ferries, TFN Industrial Park, and 30 minutes from Vancouver. • Investment Potential: Property has significant investment potential with future port expansion plans and adjacency to 2 BC Rail properties near the railway.

• Executive Tudor in Forest by the Bay with views of farmland, Boundary Bay, and Mt. Baker. • 3,534 sq. ft. 4-bedroom home with open living, vaulted ceilings, and oversized garage. • Spacious primary suite with jetted ensuite, view deck, and adjoining nursery. • Scenic views from multiple rooms and outdoor areas. • Meticulously maintained with updated windows, furnace, roof, and Caesarstone counters.

NEW PRICE!

SOLD

Serving South Delta since 1988

MLS R3133694 360º TOUR

360º TOUR

AMAZING 1/4 ACRE PROPERTY IN PEBBLE HILL

20 ACRES, 2 HOMES & AMAZING BARN 4774 104TH STREET $5,188,000

5379 1ST AVENUE

• Prime Parcel: 20.25-acre property with two homes and an 8,400 sq. ft. barn, located on a quiet section of 104th near Boundary Bay and a private airstrip • Driveway Access: Future driveway access off Hornby Drive, suitable for large trucks. • Main Home: A 3,162 sq. ft. 4-bedroom rancher, built in 1972, renovated in 1987, with a roof replaced 12 years ago and a 30-car cement driveway. • Second Home: A 3-bedroom rancher, ideal as a future building site. • Barn: A st-class facility used for breeding racehorses, with a steel roof and cladding, suitable for various farming uses with good nearby irrigation.

$1,269,000

• Sunny 77’ x 140’¼-acre lot with no easements, one lot from Upper Town’s largest park. • Solid 2-level home with 5 bedrooms; ideal for renovation, extended family, or rental potential. • Excellent development opportunity for a new 4,200+ sq. ft. home or up to 4 units. • Recent updates include 2023 roof, some windows, hardwood floors, and appliance upgrades. • Prime Pebble Hill location near schools, parks, transit, and the U.S. border.

604.250.8216 Experience • Knowledge • Professionalism

Re/Max Real Estate Services www.westcoastfarmsteads.com realty.jammin@telus.net 3548 West 41st Avenue, Vancouver

The

Geffke TEAM

for GNG536147 RE: 406 5556 14th was reduced to $599,000 - NEW PRICE $599,000 Top 10% in SALES of ALL

Johanna

GREATER VANCOUVER for 38 YEARS

604-719-7345

info@geffketeam.com www.geffketeam.com

Unlicensed Assistant

$799,000

JUST LISTED!

110 1350 VIEW CRESCENT, TSAWWASSEN

IN THE CLASSIC! CONDO BACKING ON TO THE BEACH GROVE GOLF COURSE! FULLY RENOVATED! 1,472 SQ.FT., 2 BDRMS, 2 BATHS. MUST SEE!

$1,499,000

4704 STAHAKEN PL., TSAWWASSEN PARKLIKE 12,088 SQ. FT. PARADISE - GARDEN LOT! CUSTOM-BUILT 3,343 SQ. FT. HIGH QUALITY HOME!

NEW PRICE

JUST LISTED!

Stefan B.B.A.

Bonnie Ma

604-767-4038

Realtor-Speaks Mandarin & Cantonese

Medallion Club 12 Years

$520,000

412 1363 56TH ST., TSAWWASSEN

PENTHOUSE! 854 SQ.FT. 1 BDRM & DEN OVERLOOKING PONDS!

$574,000

406 5556 14TH AVE., TSAWWASSEN TOP FLOOR! HIGH CEILING! READY FOR YOU TO MOVE IN! 1,188 SQ. FT. 2 BDRMS, 2 FULL BATHS, IN WINDSOR WOODS.

JUST LISTED!

206 6505 3RD AVE., TSAWWASSEN

IN EXCLUSIVE MONTERRA! BEAUTIFUL RANCHER STYLE, UPDATED 1,935 SQ. FT. TOWNHOME 2 BDRMS, 3 BATHS, JUST STEPS TO CENTENNIAL BEACH! CLUBHOUSE & MORE!

$1,499,000

5354 WESTMINSTER AVE., LADNER

EXTENSIVE UPDATES THROUGHOUT! 1,849 SQ. FT. HOME WITH 3 BDRMS, 3 BATHS ON A BEAUTIFUL 6,609 SQ. FT. LOT WITH SUNNY GARDEN.

(We speak German, Finnish, Cantonese & Mandarin)

$1,499,000

NEW PRICE

$850,000

4919 ELLIS LANE, LADNER TOWNHOUSE CLOSE TO ALL AMENITIES! 1,330 SQ. FT. 3 BDRMS, 2.5 BATHS GEOTHERMAL HEATING, AIR CONDITION, HOT WATER ON-DEMAND REGENCY REALTY

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

September 3, 2026 The Delta Optimist A35

NEW LISTING

NEW PRICE

STEVESTON 3751 GARRY STREET

LADNER 5392 MAPLE CRESCENT

4 Bed | 4 Bath | 2,291 Sq. Ft. $2,198,000

4 Bed | 2 Bath | 1977 Sq. Ft. $1,099,000

9-3473 W River Rd Slice of paradise in this 2 bdrm, 2 bath 1622 Sq. Ft. float home. Sweeping unobstructed river and mountain views, a must see $1,149,000

EAST VANCOUVER 2248 MANNERING AVENUE

3 bdrm | fam rm | 2 bath | basement suite | 2251 sq. ft. $1,369,000

NEW PRICE

Tsawwassen 4 S-1100 56 Street 2 Bed + Flex | 2 Bath | 2,312 Sq.Ft. $1,199,000

LADNER 5104 44B AVENUE 2 Bed + Den | 2 Bath | 1,648 Sq. Ft. $1,499,000

TSAWWASSEN 5068 WILLOW SPRINGS AVENUE 2 Bed + Den | 3 Bath | 1,473 Sq. Ft. $1,529,000

FRANK BECIR: 604-862-5731

South Delta’s Local Expert on Reverse Mortgages Clear, Simple, Solutions Glenn Issler

Ask Me Anything. LICENSED MORTGAGE PROFESSIONAL

No question too small. Whether you’re just curious, or ready to move forward, I will give you straight answers about what a reverse mortgage could mean for you.

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778.861-0127 www.glennissler.ca mortgages@glennissler.ca

A36 The Delta Optimist September 3, 2026

Barry Chreptyk Tim Rohwer 604.762.2041 tim@thedeltagroup.ca

www.thedeltagroup.ca

NEW LISTING

NEW LISTING

604.946.1255 ■ BarryChreptyk.com

Kelsey Lynch 604.831.7536 kelsey@thedeltagroup.ca

BRIO 312 1166 54A Street

5019 57 Street

203 1330 Hunter Road

$799,000

$860,000

$999,900

SOLD

SOLD

SOLD

4442 47 Street, Ladner

11752 64A Street, North Delta

108 4753 West River Road

$1,149,000

$1,219,000

$635,000

LANGLEY

“GLENMONT PARK!”

REAL ESTATE QUESTIONS? JUST GIVE US A CALL!

Super clean top floor west exposed suite overlooking central courtyard. Spacious floor plan (1150 sq. ft.) 2 bed, 2 bath with vaulted ceilings, kitchen with breakfast bar, gas fireplace and large walk-in laundry/ storage room. Recent wide-plank laminate, some fresh painting and updated appliances. Enjoy the big deck with retractable awning & sun shade. Close to bus, senior centre, shopping and all amenities. Vacant....quick possession available. 55 +. Call now to view! RV Parking too!

A GREAT BUY @

Regency Realty Ltd.

604.250.6981

INFO@KENDALLAYRES.COM KENDALLAYRES.COM

LD

449,900

$

Sutton Group Seafair Realty #100-5000 Bridge Street, Ladner, BC V4K 2K4 604.946.1255 ■ BarryChreptyk.com ■ barryrc@uniserve.com An independent Member Broker Seafair Realty

1333-56th Street, Delta, BC V4L 2A6

LD

SO

Seafair Realty

SERVING ALL YOUR REAL ESTATE NEEDS SINCE 1984

Sutton Group Seafair Realty

100-5000 Bridge Street, Delta, BC

LD

SO

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126 9373 Hemlock Drive, Richmond. $669,000

4463 54A Street, Delta BC $1,349,000

301 - 12639 No. 2 Road, Richmond, BC $739,900

Bedroom: 2 • Bathroom: 2 Floor Area: 883 sq. ft.

Bedrooms: 3 • Bathrooms: 1.5 Floor Area: 1,882 sq. ft.

Bedrooms: 2 • Bathrooms: 2 Floor Area: 1,067 sq. ft.

Experience comfort and life style at the south-after Mandalay by Cressey. This beautifully maintained 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom home featuring a rarely available 270 sq. ft. south-facing patio with its own private entrance - perfect for pet owners, entertaining or easy visitor access. The functional layout offers excellent bedroom separation for added privacy, along with updated laminate flooring and fresh paint. Resort-style amenities including an indoor pool, fitness centre, sauna and landscaped gardens, all just minutes from shopping, parks, walking trails, transit and restaurants. Complete with 1 parking stall and 1 storage locker, this is an exceptional opportunity in one of Richmond’s most desirable communities.

This rarely available “Scandia back split” offers 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms with a west facing backyard, backing onto Maple Crescent Park. The unique layout offers character and style with vaulted ceilings and exposed beams and a floor to ceiling brick fireplace in living and dining room adjoining the comfortable kitchen. This home has been meticulously cared for other features include 220v outlet in the single car garage, central vac, and ample parking.

This bright and spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom CORNER suite has plenty to offer including a functional layout with a generous living room, large primary bedroom complete with cozy window seat, walk in closet and ensuite. Engineered hardwood throughout, 2 tandem parking stalls, a storage locker across the hall on the same floor. Steps to walking trails, coffee shops, restaurants, the marina and everything else that charming Steveston has to offer.

September 3, 2026 The Delta Optimist A37

604.312.7621 Sold@TrishaMurphy.ca 15 YEARS President Club Top 1% in 2024 20 years serving Tsawwassen and Ladner NEW LISTING

NEW LISTING

NEW LISTING

OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY 2PM-4PM

1671 FARRELL CR BEACH GROVE $2,399,000

A Pinnacle Home Custom Built Offering Open Modern Living Space and Executive Style Living

210 Murphy Drive West $1,475,000

4 Bedroom renovated family home in sought after Pebble Hill Location. NEW PRICE

188 Tsawwassen Beach Road $2,298,000

Beautiful waterfront retreat with panoramic views offering amazing lifestyle year round.

#2 - 5900 Ferry Road, Ladner, Chesapeake $1,299,000

Spacious living with primary on the main, large garage and great location, the original showhome and one owner.

P5 Penthouse at Windsor Woods near the park and the town center move in ready with sunny balcony pets allowed.

Custom new build home by North 49 Projects. 5 mins to the beach.

NEW PRICE

NEW PRICE

210-5099 Springs Blvd $1,125,000

1291 Morris Crescent $1,180,000

Corner unit 2 bedroom plus den, fabulous view with 2 decks.

Renovated family home with in law suite on a large private lot in the prestige Tsawwassen village.

Updated rancher in the heart of Beach Grove.

LD

SO

986 PACIFIC DRIVE $1,799,000

173 66A Street $2,488,000

Pebble Hill Executive Home Built By Pinnacle Homes In Prime Location.

LD

LD

SO

Penthouse 5 5555 13A Ave. $625,000

5116 1A Ave. $2,488,000

SO

# 101 1350 View Crescent Tsawwassen $999,000

One-of-a-kind southeast corner residence with floor-to-ceiling windows. Framing views of golf course.

1575 Spyglass Place $1,549,000

Family move in ready 5 bedroom home in popular imperial village.

5857 16 Ave. Beach Grove $1,150,000

1679 58 St. Beach Grove $1,888,000

Perfect starter home or investment property - your chance to live in the grove.

Rare opportunity 13,132 sq. ft. lot zoned duplex/stunning gardens/patio and pool/spacious living for extended family.

NEW PRICE

NEW PRICE

108 - 1153 54A St. $649,000

Large 3 bedroom and den with entertainment size patio on quiet side of building.

LD

SO

401S 1100 56 St. Royal Oaks $999,000

Rancher in the Sky designed for effortless downsizing and vibrant community living. This 1,678 sq. ft. penthouse features 2 generous bedrooms plus a den.

www.trishamurphy.ca Dynamic Marketing • Expert Contract Knowledge Experienced Negotiating Skills Sutton Group - Seafair Realty: #2-1359 56 Street, Tsawwassen, BC V4L 2P3

• SUCCESSFULLY SELLING SOUTH DELTA REAL ESTATE •

1020 Pacific Place $1,730,000

Prime 16,523 sq. ft. lot on prestigious pacific in the village room for 2 families or build new. LD

SO

111 - 4758 53rd St. Sunningdale $535,000

740 sq. ft. private patio exclusive to this move in ready freshly painted condo.

A38 The Delta Optimist September 3, 2026

**FROM $1,250,000**

FOUR THREE EXCLUSIVE 2,000 sq. ft. Homes for Sale

3 4716 Orca Way, Tsawwassen $965,000

4569 Arthur Drive, Ladner

4835 59A Street, Ladner $1,399,000

NEW LISTING!

856 55a Street, Tsawwassen $1,399,000

1,658 sq.ft. | 4 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms Seaside

1,430 sq. ft. | 3 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms Village Green

D205-4845 53 Street, Ladner $475,000

2 5600 Ladner Trunk Road, Ladner $899,000

4882 44B Avenue, Ladner $1,299,000

3,209 sq. ft. | 6 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms 6,695 sq. ft. lot

1,875 sq. ft. | 4 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms 7,707 sq. ft. lot

708 sq. ft. | 1 bedroom | 1 bathroom Ladner Pointe

4351 48A Street, Ladner $1,189,000

33 15188 62a Avenue, Surrey $829,000

Investment Opportunity in Ladner Village

2,158 sq. ft. | 3 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms 7,350 sq. ft. lot

512 15436 31 Ave, Surrey

2,209 sq. ft. | 3 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms Gillis Walk by Polygon

212 15621 Marine Drive, White Rock

21 4787 57th Street, Ladner $799,000

5,258.99 sq. ft. lot (50 ft. x 99 ft.) | 5,400 + sq. ft. of building area | C1 Zoning Standalone building-High exposure

401 Bridge & Elliott, Ladner

105 4738 53rd Street, Ladner

1,670 sq. ft. | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 bathrooms Laurel Court

2,280 sq. ft. | 4 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms Legal basement suite | 7,468 sq. ft. lot

608 Bridge & Elliott, Ladner

September 3, 2026 The Delta Optimist A39

Honest advice. Proven results. Allen Schwabe • 604-644-5664 1625 56th Street, Tsawwassen

604-943-3110 $2,179,000

Open House Saturday 2pm-4pm

$569,000

5845 Whitcomb Place, Beach Grove MLS# R3065443

This custom-built 2024 home, designed by a contractor for his own family, spares no expense. It features a luxury kitchen with high-end appliances and quartz countertops, ensuite bathrooms in every bedroom with 11-foot ceilings, and spacious media and great rooms for entertaining. With radiant heating, air conditioning, and a private yard steps from the beach and golf course, this dream home offers comfort and elegance in a prime location.

105 5556 14 AVENUE, TSAWWASSEN

NEW LISTING

405 5599 14B Ave, Tsawwassen MLS# R3086838

This bright top-floor condo features 9’ ceilings, a private balcony overlooking the quiet back of the building, two bedrooms, two full bathrooms, a well-maintained kitchen, and in-suite laundry. It offers access to great amenities—including a fitness room, storage locker, and gated underground parking—while being just steps from shops, restaurants, schools, parks, and transit.

SOLD

$2,099,000

1479 Grove Place, Beach Grove MLS# R3100552

Stunning Pinnacle Homes built Rancher, the quality is obvious from exterior to interior. High end appliances, granite counters, hardwood flooring, high end finishing in every aspect, two by six construction, down to the clear cedar soffits on the exterior. The detail shows in every room of this magnificent home.

SOLD

$849,000

410-5011 Springs Boulevard, Delta MLS# R3045901

$699,900

Beautifully updated 1,247 sq. ft. ground-floor corner condo in sought-after Windsor Woods. This move-in-ready 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom home features two private patios, an updated kitchen with Caesarstone countertops and stainless steel appliances, renovated bathrooms, vinyl plank flooring, and a gas fireplace. Just steps to Tsawwassen Town Centre, shopping, restaurants, recreation, and transit.

6345 RIVER ROAD, LADNER

WATERFRONT

Rare

Fourth-floor concrete unit at Tsawwassen Springs with golf course

waterfront

and mountain views. Upgraded display unit featuring hardwood floors,

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A Celebration of Life for Debra will be held Saturday, September 26th, 2026 1:00pm - 4:00pm At the Coast Tsawwassen Inn 1665 - 56th Street Delta, BC V4L 2B2

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Honour the memory of someone special by making a donation their name to Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation. Donations made in memory of your loved one can be acknowledged with cards sent to family members and an ac acknowledgment and receipt sent to the donor.

Tributes for August Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation acknowledges gifts in memory of: Clare Ash Frank Barr Estelle Booth Norm Dhaliwal John Froud Ronnie Gibson Tom & Barb Gigliotti Kieron Grady Vikki Harvey Darren Heer Amrik S. Hothi Ingrida Kalnins Fred K. Kennedy Randy Malmas Joan McDiarmid Denis Moore Graham Parker Joan Robinson Rena Simpson W. Brian Sizer Corry Street Gail Taylor Elaine Wilson

Your generosity helps support the Delta Hospital Campus of Care, including Irene Thomas Hospice and Mountain View Manor. Caring for our community, today and always. 5800 Mountain View Blvd. Delta, B.C. V4K 3V6 www.dhchfoundation.ca Phone: 604-940-9695.

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July 18, 1991 - September 5, 2017

9 years. It seems like a lifetime ago that we lost you far too soon but at the same, just like it was just yesterday. Life goes on, but you are never forgotten. Loved beyond words, missed beyond measure. Love always, Your Family

Garry Notenbomer, affectionately known to all as “Big Daddy” passed away unexpectedly on August 20, 2026, in Ladner, British Columbia, at the age of 62. Born in Prince George BC on June 15, 1964, Garry moved to Holland at the age 4 and returned to Canada at the age of 16 with his family. He graduated from Burnaby Central Secondary School. He went on to build a respected life and career deeply rooted in the waters of British Columbia. Garry began his professional journey in commercial fishing before moving into marine entrepreneurship. He owned and operated the Massey’s Marine Supply and later brought his vast knowledge and leadership to CMP Group Ltd. The BC marine industry has truly lost a giant, well before his time. Garry was a man defined by love, humour, integrity, generosity, humility, and deep kinship. He lived life to the fullest, finding joy in golfing, fishing, RVing, boating, and riding his Harley-Davidson motorcycle. As a close friend beautifully shared, “Garry was the anchor. Always. And for all of us.” He leaves behind his loving wife and best friend of 37 years, Diane, whom he married on June 17, 1989. He was a proud and devoted father to his son Alex, his daughter, Anneka (Annie) and her fiancé, Conor. Garry is also survived by his father, Harm (Harry), his brother, Adrian; his mother-in-law, Editke (Edit) Lanyi, and her husband, Peter; his “sister from another mother” Mia Poblete; and his loyal dog, Boomer. Garry was predeceased by his beloved mother, Fennechien (Gina), and his faithful dog, Nugget. Garry always made sure his family and friends were looked after. His kindness, generosity, selflessness and friendship touched the lives of many. Those who knew him are better for having shared in his life, and his absence will be deeply felt by all who loved him. Though he is no longer with us, his memory will live on in the hearts of his family and friends until they meet again.

It’s been a year since Dorothy Renwick (Dawson) passed away on August 17, 2025. There is not a day that goes by that we do not think of her. We see her in our days in the morning sun, the twinkle in the stars, rainbows that show up and the gentle blowing wind. She is present in every day, just in a different way.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation in Garry’s memory. A celebration of Garry’s life will take place on Friday, October 23, 2026 at 3-7 pm, at the Harris Barn, located at 4140 Arthur Drive, Ladner, BC

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Rita Thomson, age 93, passed away peacefully on August 27th at Fraser Hope Lodge. "I thank the Lord for all the people I've known. Thank you Everybody. Be Happy. Be Well.

U-Haul Storage Center Delta claims a Landlords Con‐ tractual Lien against the following person’s goods in storage at 10158 Nordel Court, Delta, B.C. Tel: 604581-8152. Auction is subject to cancellation at any time without notice. JASON DALLAS Jamie Steeg Isaac Ferguason

Born in Aberdeen, Scotland, longtime Ladner resident Thomas (Tam) Guyan passed away peacefully in Kelowna at the age of 88.

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Kent Geoffrey Carbis, who left us on August 26, 2026.

Tam spent countless hours laughing with family and friends, sharing old stories and good times. As a longstanding member of the Ladner Legion, chances are he served you a drink or two while happily volunteering at the May Day’s beer garden over the years.

Born in Brisbane, Queensland, Kent was raised in Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast, where his lifelong love affair with the water began. At a young age, he became a competitive swimmer and surfer, and it wasn't long before racing boats became just as much a part of his life as the ocean itself. Kent first found his way into the boating world as a boat mechanic, but it was yacht sales where he truly found his calling. He had an undeniable passion for boats, a genuine commitment to his clients, and a gift for telling a good story or joke. He spent decades doing what he loved, selling yachts and sharing his enthusiasm for the water with everyone around him. True to form, Kent continued working right up until the day he passed. But boats were only one part of Kent's appetite for adventure. He loved taking his motorcycle across Europe, discovering new places, meeting people and seeing the world along the way.

Tam was predeceased by his first wife, Ethel in 1986. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 33 years, Marilyn, his kids; Angela (Dave), Trudi (Dave), Kevin (Michelle) and his grandkids; Caleigh, Travis, Benjamin, Oliver, Gabrielle, Jasper and Audrey. Tam loved his family, friends, soccer and scotch (maybe not always in that order). So in his honour, please raise a glass. Have a beer or a wee-one for Tam. Cheers!

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It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of John L. Anderson. Born and raised in Melbourne, Australia, John relocated to Canada, where he met Claire, his wife and best friend of 53 years, who predeceased him in 2022. A devoted father and GrandPa, he is survived by his daughters Kristina (Graham), Marie-Claire (Colin), and Nicola (Adam); his son Daniel (Andria); his granddaughters Katie, Emma, and Jessie; and his grandsons Curtis and Jason. John had a distinguished career in public education, marked by his lifelong commitment to Deaf and hardof-hearing students and his strong advocacy for inclusive education. He worked in Australia, England, Saskatchewan, and throughout British Columbia as a teacher and school administrator before retiring as a district superintendent. He held a Doctorate in Education from Simon Fraser University and remained a lifelong learner, teacher, and contributor to education. A Rotarian for 36 years, John embraced leadership at every level, serving twice as club president and as District Governor. In 2018, he chaired a Rotary Presidential Peacebuilding Conference in Vancouver. From 2019 to 2022, he organized and led a Rotary Foundation Vocational Training Team that supported teachers in rural Kenya in integrating technology into their classrooms. John had an insatiable sense of adventure. He treasured time with family and friends, a good dinner party, gardening, and a quiet read. He will be remembered for his generosity and warmth, his commitment to others, and his rare gift for bringing people together. Above all, John loved his family unconditionally. He will be deeply missed. A funeral Mass will be held at

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the John Anderson Memorial, care of the Rotary Club of Tsawwassen Charitable Society.

In 1984, Kent married Marcia, beginning a 42 year marriage filled with love, travel, boating and adventure. Together, they raised three children: Hayden (Hailey), Geoffrey and Lauren, and later became cherished grandparents to Henry and Harrison. Kent had a curious mind, a strong spirit and a deep appreciation for the people and experiences that made life worth living. He believed there was always another adventure around the corner, and he rarely sat still long enough to miss it. He is now reunited with his parents, Joy and John Carbis, and his baby sister, Dale. Kent will be deeply missed by his family in Australia and Canada, and by the many friends and clients whose lives he touched along the way. The family extends heartfelt thanks to the incredible and compassionate team at Surrey Memorial Hospital, Peritoneal Dialysis (PD) care team, for their care, kindness, and unwavering support.

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THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING THE 2026 DELTA OPTIMIST READERS’ CHOICE AWARDS Whether you’re a reader who took the time to vote, or a business owner honoured by being named ‘best in class’, we are grateful for your part in South Delta’s Readers’ Choice Awards. This year our ‘A-List’ includes winners as well as runner-ups. We want to celebrate the many businesses that garnered votes and showcase what makes this community shine. Also, it’s important to note that we count ballots carefully to ensure one vote per IP address and maintain the integrity of our results.

directory which will be up year-round at www.delta-optimist.com/readerschoice-awards. Most importantly, remember to get out in the community and support these local businesses—including old favourites and ones you’ve never tried—to keep this community thriving. Congratulations!

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Imagine Cannabis � Queens Cannabis Co.

CAR WASH & DETAILING Shell - Tsawwassen � Otter Co-op Gas Bar

CARPET CLEANING COMPANY

Cleanway Carpet Cleaners � Citrus-O Carpet Cleaning

CELLULAR RETAILER Open Connection � Rogers

CHILDCARE CENTRE

South Delta Wee Care Child Care Centre � Bright Horizons Children’s Early Learning Centre

CHILDREN’S CLOTHING STORE

Carter’s OshKosh � Ladner Kids Consignment

COMPUTER SALES & SERVICE PROVIDER London Drugs � GeekSquad

DRIVING SCHOOL

Visions Defensive Driving School � Zoltan Szekely

carpet • laminate • vinyl • vinyl plank • carpet

2026

Thank you to our valued customers and friends for selecting us as your #1 oor covering store. It has been our privilege to serve you for 59 years. the past 58 We love our community and it is our mission to provide you with the highest quality customer service along with the best oorcovering selection, competitive prices and lifetime guaranteed installation. • Free in home consultations • Lifetime guaranteed installation • Prompt, professional service

DELTA CARPETS & FLOORDESIGN

5025 48th Avenue, Ladner | 604.946.6291 | deltacarpets.bc.ca Visit our 3000 sq.ft. showroom or call today for a free in home estimate.

carpet • laminate • vinyl • vinyl plank • carpet

vinyl plank • area rugs • carpet • laminate • hardwood • vinyl

vinyl plank • area rugs • carpet • laminate • hardwood • vinyl

BOOK SHOP

NORTH SHORE NEWS

September 3, 2026 The Delta Optimist B7

SOUTH DELTA’S

DOLLAR STORE

Dollarama - Ladner • Your Dollar Store With More

EYEWEAR SHOP

IRIS Optometrists & Opticians • Tsawwassen Optometry Clinic

DRY CLEANER

Ichiban Fine Cleaning

(Ladner)

Wagner’s European Fabricare (Tsawwassen)

FINANCIAL INSTITUTION RBC Royal Bank Ladner Branch RBC Royal Bank Tsawwassen Branch

Thank You

2026

FOR CHOOSING US AS THE BEST FISH MARKET!

FLORIST

Flower Shop in the Village

(Ladner)

Flowers Beautiful

(Tsawwassen)

FINANCIAL PLANNER

Raymond James-South Delta Financial Group • Edward Jones

FOOTWEAR STORE

The Run Inn • DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse

GIFT SHOP

Hygge • Fancy This Gifts

GROCERY STORE

Thrifty Foods • Save-On-Foods

Thank you to all our loyal and new customers for supporting us. We appreciate your business. We look forward to continuing to serve you! Come see all our amazing condiments and gourmet foods for the foody in your life.

Once again we could not have done this without our amazing staff.

Serving The Best Quality For Over 40 Years! Wild Seafood Specialist! Trennant Park Square 5229 Ladner Trunk Road

604-946-2097

NORTH SHORE NEWS

B8 The Delta Optimist September 3, 2026

SOUTH DELTA’S

FAVOURITE SHOPS & SERVICES

2026

HEALTH/VITAMIN STORE

LINGERIE STORE

ORGANIC GROCERY STORE

INSURANCE AGENCY

LAW FIRM/NOTARY

PET STORE

MEAT/BUTCHER SHOP

PET GROOMING

Pure Integrated Pharmacy � Parsley, Sage & Thyme Westland Insurance � Tsawwassen Insurance Agencies

JEWELLERY STORE

Amanda Jewellers � Trish Arato Design Studio

KITCHENWARE STORE

Vinca’s Kitchen � ZWILLING J.S. Henckels

LADIES CLOTHING STORE Boutique Blanche � Get Dressed

WE’RE HONOURED TO BE YOUR 2026 READER’S CHOICE FOR

BEST COUNSELLING SERVICE NEED SUPPORT? WE’RE HERE FOR YOU. REACH OUT TO US TODAY AT ALONGSIDEYOU.CA | 604-283-7827 EXT.0

Boutique Blanche Intimates • la Vie en Rose Eastwood & Associates � Sterling Notary Public Meridian Farm Market � Newman’s Fine Foods

MENS CLOTHING STORE Mark’s � The RunInn

NON-PROFIT/ COMMUNITY SERVICE Deltassist Family & Community Services � REACH Child & Youth Development Society

K THAN YOU A! DELT

Jarry’s Market � Meridian Farm Market Pet’s n Us � Bosley’s by Pet Valu

Star Groomers � Studio One Professional Pet Grooming

PET BOARDING

Good Hound � Kitty Kottage

PRINTING/COPY CENTRE Sure Copy � Staples

September 3, 2026 The Delta Optimist B9

We're incredibly grateful to everyone who voted Neighbourhood Heating & Cooling as one of their local favourites.

FURNACES

HEAT PUMPS

MAINTENANCE

REPAIRS

BOILERS

HOT WATER TANKS

REPLACEMENTS & NEW INSTALLATIONS

Old-fashioned service. Modern solutions.

604-946-7778

CallNeighbourhood.com

B10 The Delta Optimist September 3, 2026

FAVOURITE SHOPS & SERVICES

REAL ESTATE TEAM

Aileen Noguer � Signature Real Estate Group

REALTOR

Aileen Noguer � Shante Sidhu

Thank You

RETIREMENT RESIDENCE Augustine House � The Waterford

to everyone who voted us #1 lady’s clothing store and #1 lingerie store in South Delta!

SEAFOOD MARKET/STORE Superior Fish Market � Thrifty Foods

We’re very grateful to all of our customers who have supported us for the past 36 years.

SECOND HAND/ CONSIGNMENT STORE

#109 - 1315 56th Street,Tsawwassen 604.943.8088 | shopboutiqueblanche.com

Delta Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Store � DYSL

SENIOR SERVICES McKee House � KinVillage

SHOPPING CENTRE

Trenant Park Square

(Ladner)

Tsawwassen Mills

(Tsawwassen)

SIGN COMPANY

Sure Copy � Pacific Advertising & Printing

STORAGE COMPANY

River Reach Self Storage � Ladner Reach Properties Ltd.

TIRE SALES/SERVICE Randy’s Tirecraft � Kal Tire

Thank you to our valued customers for selecting us as your

FAVOURITE MOVING COMPANY 5 Years In A Row

MOVING SERVICES INCLUDE: Local and Long-Distance Moves Residential & Business Moves Professional Packing and Supplies Storage Solutions As a senior move management company, we are extremely picky about the sub-trades we hire to support our seniors. They must be able to lives up to our high standards. TNT Dynomite Movers exceeded our expectations! I’m happy to say how pleased we were with the team that moved our clients on Friday. Wow! They were fast, efficient, careful and wonderfully friendly! Their attention to detail was fantastic! ~Next Chapter Senior Services

CONTACT US FOR A FREE QUOTE

604-940-05030 • info@tntdynomitemoving.com www.tntdynomitemoving.com

NORTH SHORE NEWS

September 3, 2026 The Delta Optimist B11

2026

SOUTH DELTA’S

TOY STORE

Albany Books • Mastermind Toys

TRAVEL AGENT/ AGENCY

Expedia Cruises • Transat Travel

WINDOW COVERINGS STORE Budget Blinds • True Stitch Marine Canvas & Upholstery

VETERINARIAN

Huff Animal Hospital • Trenant Park Pet Clinic

WATCH RETAILER/REPAIR Amanda Jewellers • Peoples Jewellers

VOTED BEST HEARING CLINIC 2026 Delta Optimist Readers’ Choice Awards THANK YOU to all of our wonderful clients for your support and encouragement! It’s our 10th win, and it never stops being an honour. CALL US TODAY:

604-943-0033

p N

56 St.

5682 12 Avenue, Tsawwassen www.TsawwassenHearing.com

12 Ave.

Darlene Brooks, Mark Nickel RHIP, Kris Hewitt RHIP, and Wendy Atkinson

Tsawwassen Hearing Centre

B12 The Delta Optimist September 3, 2026 2026

Awards

ELECTRICAL COMPANY

Thank you for voting us best coffee shop in Ladner!

Delport Electric � Townside Electric

FLOORING COMPANY Delta Carpets & Floor Design � Tec Floor Coverings

101-5085 48th Avenue Ladner, BC 604.940.8005

FURNITURE STORE

Thank you

To all our customers for supporting South Delta ONLY Locally owned and family operated Pest Control Company. Voted #1 for the last 12 years

GO GREEN PEST CONTROL INSECT AND RODENT EXTERMINATORS

gogreenpestcontrol.ca • gogreenpestcontrol.ca@gmail.com 604.948.9838 • 604.946.9698 • 778.886.4111 Everyone’s talking about us

TsawwassenLoop

FAVOURITE HOME & GARDEN

HomeSense � Accents @ Home

GARDEN CENTRE

Harris Nurseryland � Sunnyside Nursery

HARDWARE STORE

Home Hardware Building Centre � Dunbar Lumber Supply

LadnerLanding

THANK YOU SOUTH DELTA! I’m truly honoured to be voted as one of your Favourite REALTORS® in our community Shante Sidhu

Personal Real Estate Corporation

Shante Sidhu

604-803-0302 • shante@sutton.com

NORTH SHORE NEWS

September 3, 2026 The Delta Optimist B13

SOUTH DELTA’S

2026

Thankyou!

For voting us #1 in kitchenware

and your continued support

Present this coupon to receive

20% off one item HOME BUILDER

Best Builders Ltd. • Lentel Construction

HOME INSPECTOR

Blue Heron Home Inspections • I Find It Inspections

HOME SECURITY COMPANY

One per customer. Exclusions apply. Not applicable to previous, online or class purchases.

Open Connection • Data Boys

Expires September 30th, 2026

HOME DECOR STORE/ SERVICES HomeSense • Ma Maison Home & Garden

5042 48th ave vincaskitchen.ca

946 7784

@vincaskitchen

WE THINK IT’S TIME TO Re-TIRE!!

RETIREMENT HOME BEST IN TIRE SALES & SERVICE WINNER FOR OVER TWENTY SIX YEARS!!

B14 The Delta Optimist September 3, 2026

2026

FAVOURITE HOME & GARDEN

Thank you for voting us #1 Catering Service, Cafe & Deli/Sandwich Shop

Thank You

for Voting us your favourite place for

Fabulous • Fresh • Flowers

HOME RENOVATION

New Vision Renovations � Alair Homes

HVAC CONTRACTOR

Acorn Service Group � Neighbourhood Heating & Cooling

604-943-2815 • www.flowersbeautiful.com

INTERIOR DESIGN COMPANY

Sarah Gallop Design Inc. � Sandra Flora Home Design

JUNK REMOVAL

505-Junk � Dunbar Disposal

Thank You

For Voting Augustine House Favourite Retirement Residence! Stop By Our Open House Sat, Sept 12th, 2 - 4:30 PM

3820 ARTHUR DRIVE, LADNER • WWW.AUGUSTINEHOUSE.CA

NORTH SHORE NEWS

NORTH SHORE NEWS

September 3, 2026 The Delta Optimist B15

SOUTH DELTA’S

LANDSCAPE COMPANY Kennedy Landscaping • Diamond Cut Lawn & Garden Services

2026

MORTGAGE BROKER Dan Patching Mortgage Services • Shaun Zipersky

LOCKSMITH

MOVING COMPANY

MATTRESS STORE

PAINT & SUPPLIES STORE

K W Lock & Safe • Mykey Mobile Locksmith Sleep Oasis Mattress Store • Accents @ Home

TNT Dyn-O-Mite Moving • LaPorte Moving & Storage Benjamin Moore • Dulux Paints

We’re beyond grateful and truly honored to be embraced so 2026 warmly by the amazing people of Tsawwassen and Ladner. What started as a leap of faith – opening our very first Thrifty Foods store on the BC mainland – has blossomed into 25 incredible years of community, connection, and growth. Your support has meant so much to us, and we’re excited to keep serving you for many more years to come!

THANK YOU for voting us your

FAVOURITE GROCERY STORE

Voted #1 For Optometrist

Dr. Giulia DeVuono Dr. Sara Kirby Dr. Eva Wong

We are honoured to be voted Favourite Optometrist by the readers of the Delta Optimist! Thank you to our wonderful community for trusting us with your vision and eye health. We are grateful for your continued support and for allowing us to do what we love every day.

in South Delta for 25 years in the Readers Choice Awards.

Special shout out to our incredible staff, without each of you this wouldn’t be possible!

THANK YOU

For over 41 years of support.

Tsawwassen Town Centre Mall 1207 56 Street thriftyfoods.com | 1.800.667.8280 |

SOURCE LOCAL EAT HAPPY

B16 The Delta Optimist September 3, 2026

Voted #1

For Electrical Service in Delta

FAVOURITE HOME & GARDEN

On behalf of our staff and management, we would like to thank Delta for once again voting us Number 1. We are a trusted family business serving Delta for over 50 years and look forward to many more years to come.

POOL/SPA SERVICE

Jason Wood Pools & Spas � South Delta Pools & Spas

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT COMPANY

THANK YOU #16-7228, Progress Way, Delta • 604-943-8013 • delportelectric.ca

AFTER SWEATING HIS PAWS OFF AT THE PRINTER ALL YEAR, TAKKO WANTS TO SAY...

THANK YOU FOR VOTING US THE PRINTING/COPY SHOP & SIGN COMPANY IN

604-940-0714 surecopyladner.com info@surecopyladner.com

PAINTING COMPANY Ivy League Painting � Benjamin Moore

PEST CONTROL

Go Green Pest Control � Pest Buddies

PLUMBING/HEATING SERVICE

Acorn Service Group � Neighbourhood Heating & Cooling

Nicholls Property Management � Maximum Income Property Management Corp.

RESTORATION COMPANY On Side Restoration � DKI – Precision Restorations

ROOFING COMPANY HB Roofing Ltd. � Cambie Roofing

September 3, 2026 The Delta Optimist B17

B18 The Delta Optimist September 3, 2026

FAVOURITE HEALTH, FITNESS & BEAUTY

Thank You, South Delta! For Voting Kennedy Landscaping as The Best Landscaping Service! Interested in joining our team? Send An Application to careers@kennedylandscaping.com

Voted The #1

Karla, Anja, Gabie & Katie wish to thank all their customers who having been so supportive over the years. You are all amazing!

ACUPUNCTURE PROVIDER Fiskco Health & Performance � Collaborative Wellness

ATHLETIC FOOTWEAR STORE The RunInn � Nike Factory Store

Deli & Sandwich Shop In Tsawwassen!

BARBERSHOP

FEATURING HOME MADE SALADS, SOUPS AND OUR OWN FAMOUS ROAST BEEF

(Ladner)

OSSIE’S DELI & MEATS

1557 - 56th Street, Tsawwassen 604-943-7511

Winner for Best Interior Design We are honoured to be your choice for making South Delta more beautiful, one home at a time.

Billies Barbershop Billies Barbershop-

(Tsawwassen)

BOXING/MIXED MARTIAL ARTS STUDIO (MMA)

Tsawwassen Martial Arts � Gracie Barra Delta

CHIROPRACTOR CLINIC

Tsawwassen Chiropractic & Wellness � Fiskco Health & Performance

Your Loyalty is so

APPRECIATED! All of us at

Every great project starts the same way - with good questions, real listening, and solutions built around what our clients actually need. I was born and raised in Delta, and I'm proud to have spent the last 17 years building this company right here in the community I call home. -Sarah Gallop

Custom Home Design Renovations • Interior Design follow us @sarahgallopdesign

604.952.4448 • sarahgallop.com • 4919 48 ave, Delta

Are thrilled that you have chosen us your favourite restaurant in South Delta for:

BREAKFAST AND BURGER In the 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards! DON'T MISS OUT ON 5$ OFF FISH & CHIPS ON TUESDAYS

THANK YOU! 1199 56th Street, Tsawwassen • 604-943-5715

NORTH SHORE NEWS

September 3, 2026 The Delta Optimist B19

SOUTH DELTA’S

COSMETIC DENTAL CLINIC Tsawwassen Orthodontics & Periodontics • Smile Dentistry

COUNSELLING SERVICES Alongside You • South Delta Counselling & Psychology Services

2026

DANCE STUDIO

Deas Island Dance • Studio West Dance

DAY SPA

Atlantis Day Spa • Severine Spa

Kevin, Jack, Matt, Trina, Gail, and Courtney are all SMILES

VOTED # 1 FOR BEST Athletic Footwear • Athletic Wear

Thank You!

#125-1315 56th Street • Tsawwassen Town Centre Mall

604.943.4661 • www.runinn.com

WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/THERUNINN

THERUNINNSTORES

@RUNINNSTORES

Thanks for voting us the #1 Roofing Company in South Delta! We love Delta. 38 years in business. 7402 Progress Way Delta, BC V4G 0A1 (Tilbury Industrial Park) • 604.946.5346 • info@hbroofing.ca

NORTH SHORE NEWS

B20 The Delta Optimist September 3, 2026

SOUTH DELTA’S

FAVOURITE HEALTH, FITNESS & BEAUTY

DENTIST OFFICE

Ladner Dental Clinic � A Smile Dental Clinic

DENTURIST

Tsawwassen Denture Clinic � A Smile Dental Clinic

Specialty Gifts & Chocolates at The Chocolate Bear Shoppe Mon to Fri 10 - 6 & Sat 10 - 5 Sunday 12 - 5

Thank you to the readership for choosing The Chocolate Bear as best Candy and Chocolate.

1263 - 56th Street, Tsawwassen • 604.943.7535 www.thechocolatebearshoppe.com

THANK YOU FOR VOTING US THE #1 ACCOUNTING FIRM. We appreciate your trust in us and look forward to continuing to work together.

604-946-6444 | www.stoilenalstonlang.ca | 230-4977 Trenant St, Delta

ESTHETICS/AESTHETICS PROVIDER Beach Grove Laser � View Laser Skin Rejuvenation

2026

HAIR SALON

Atomic Hair Studio � Twisted Scissors Hair Studio

FITNESS FACILITY

HEARING CARE & AUDIOLOGY

FITNESS CLOTHING STORE

LASER TREATMENT SERVICES

GOLF COURSE

MASSAGE THERAPY CLINIC

Club16 Trevor Linden Fitness � CoastLife Strength & Conditioning The RunInn � Lululemon

Tsawwassen Springs Golf Course � Beach Grove Golf Club

Tsawwassen Hearing Clinic � Connect Hearing

Beach Grove Laser � Clean Slate Skin & Laser Ladner Massage Therapy � Tsawwassen Massage Therapy Clinic

September 3, 2026 The Delta Optimist B21

B22 The Delta Optimist September 3, 2026

Pub IN ALL OF SOUTH DELTA IN THE

VOTED THE BEST NEIGHBOURHOOD

FAVOURITE HEALTH, FITNESS & BEAUTY

2026 READERS’ CHOICE AWARDS. The entire team wish to thank all their amazing customers for taking the time to choose us as their Favourite. Join Us Monday - Thursday 11 am - 12 am Friday & Saturday 11 am - 1 am Sunday 11 am - 11 pm

1203 - 56th Street, Tsawwassen, BC • 604.943.1515

WWW.ROSEANDCROWNPUB.CA

THANK YOU For Your Votes!

South Delta Bikes & Mobile Bike Repairs Serving South Delta Since 2000 Services – Right at your place

Flat Repair – Get rolling fast

Bike Builds – You bought it, we’ll build it

Free Quotations – Don’t sweat it

Call David Today – 778-899-4779

NAIL BAR

L & V Nails � Tye Nails & Spa

NATUROPATHIC HEALTH PROVIDER Dr. Lisa Ghent Collaborative Wellness � Karly McMaster RMT

OPTOMETRIST

Tsawwassen Optometry Clinic � Dr Susan Lu

-ORTHODONTIC CLINIC Radiant Orthodontics � Tsawwassen Orthodontics & Periodontics

ORTHOTICS PROVIDER

Dr. Gisele Yooth Evergreen Custom Orthotics � Casey Bjorgam, RCCCollaborative Wellness

PERSONAL TRAINING STUDIO CoastLife Strength & Conditioning � Muscle Memory

PHARMACY

London Drugs � Shoppers Drug Mart

PHYSIOTHERAPY CLINIC Sungod Physio Tsawwassen � Ladner Village Physiotherapy

NORTH SHORE NEWS

September 3, 2026 The Delta Optimist B23

SOUTH DELTA’S

PILATES STUDIO

Tsawwassen Wellness Centre � Oxygen Yoga & Fitness

SPORTS EQUIPMENT STORE Sport Check � The RunInn

TATTOO PARLOUR

2026

Brass Eagle Tattoo Studio � Thirteen Hands Tattoo

YOGA STUDIO

Yoga Union � Open Space Yoga

THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING

TWC Pilates AS THE

BEST PILATES STUDIO IN

SOUTH DELTA

604-943-8823 | admin@twconline.ca | http://www.twcpilates.com/ TSAWWASSEN SPRINGS CLUBHOUSE | #120-5133 Springs Blvd

B24 The Delta Optimist September 3, 2026

Thank You

FAVOURITE FOOD & FUN

For Your Votes ORTHODONTIC CLINIC

#1

ASIAN RESTAURANT

Thank You To Our Patients And Their Families For Their Support Over The Years!

201 - 4906 Delta Street, Ladner

604-946-9771 www. radiantortho.com

Sapporo Kitchen � Ocean Palace Restaurant

ART GALLERY

Gallery 1710 � Tsawwassen Arts Centre

BAKERY/PATISSERIE Gourmand Macaron & Friends � Delta Bakery

BREAKFAST RESTAURANT White Spot � Ricky’s All Day Grill

BEER SELECTION RESTAURANT

Four Winds Beach House & Brewery � Britannia Brewing Company

Locally Owned And Family Operated Since 1994

Tsaww w assen & La Ladner Locations 1302A 56 Street Tsawwassen, BC 604-943-908

5076 48 Avenue Ladner, BC 604-946-1114

NORTH SHORE NEWS

September 3, 2026 The Delta Optimist B25

SOUTH DELTA’S

BREWERY/DISTILLERY

CATERING SERVICE

BURGER PLACE

CHICKEN WINGS RESTAURANT

Four Winds Beach House & Brewery � Barnside Brewing Co. White Spot � Fatburger

2026

L AW Y E R S A N D N O TA R I E S

Café De Gourmet � Buenos Dias Cafe

THANK YOU FOR VOTING US YOUR FAVOURITE

The Landing Pub & Grill � WINGS Restaurant & Pub

LAW FIRM/NOTARY!

CANDY/ CHOCOLATE SHOP

The Chocolate Bear Shoppe � The Sugar Vault

WILLS & POWERS OF ATTORNEY

PROBATE & ESTATE ADMINISTRATION

CORPORATE & BUSINESS

REAL ESTATE

CASUAL DINING SPOT Mario’s Kitchen � Il Posto

5058 – 47A Avenue, Delta, BC V4K 1T6

Tel: 604 946-8010 Fax: 604 946-9652 www.eastwoods.ca

info@eastwoods.ca Guiding you through life’s important decisions with care, experience, and a personal touch.

sungodphysio.com

LADNER LEISURE CENTRE ladner@sungodphysio.com T 604 946 1999

SUNGOD RECREATION CENTRE

northdelta@sungodphysio.com T 604 590 3100

Monday – Friday 7AM-8PM | Saturday by appointment

TSAWWASSEN SPRINGS

tsprings@sungodphysio.com T 604 943 5533

Thank you for voting us #1!

B26 The Delta Optimist September 3, 2026

Thanks

FAVOURITE FOOD & FUN

for voting us your Favourite Property Management Company in South Delta

C

CHINESE RESTAURANT

Ocean Palace Restaurant � Ladner Ming Court Restaurant

COCKTAIL RESTAURANT Gracie’s Next Door � Pat Quinn’s Restaurant & Bar

CAFÉ

Café De Gourmet • Beach Grove Cafe’ & Boutique

COFFEE SHOP

Stir Coffee House (Ladner) L’Aromas Coffeehouse

We are committed to providing high-quality properties that are well-maintained and comfortable for their tenants.

(Tsawwassen)

DELI/SANDWICH SHOP 1333 56th Street, Delta

info@NichollsPropertyManagement.com

Café De Gourmet (Ladner) Ossie’s Deli & Meats

604-749-4676

(Tsawwassen)

Continuing Our

Winning Tradition THANK YOU FOR VOTING ACORN #1 IN THE PLUMBING & HEATING CATEGORY WE’RE SO GRATEFUL FOR THE SUPPORT OF OUR CUSTOMERS AND COMMUNIT COMMUNITY.

Reza says thank you for voting our business as the Number 1 tailoring & alterations store in South Delta From fixing a Teddy Bear to hemming beautiful bridal dresses We do quality work. Check out our reviews on the Tsawwassen Loop!

TAIL O

RING

1295 56th Street, Tsawwassen • 604.943.0299

September 3, 2026 The Delta Optimist B27

B28 The Delta Optimist September 3, 2026

Thank You to all our

2026

FAVOURITE FOOD & FUN

CUSTOMERS for

VOTING US #1 WE APPRECIATE

DELTA TOURIST ATTRACTION

HEALTHY EATING SPOT

George C. Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary � Centennial Beach

YOUR SUPPORT & BUSINESS STAR GROOMING

1340 - 56th Street, Delta • 604-948-6666

FINE DINING RESTAURANT Illuminate Restorante � Pat Quinn’s Restaurant & Bar

GREEK RESTAURANT

Taverna Gargona � Alfa Greco Roman Cuisine

HAPPY HOUR

24 programs including our NEW Early Learning Centre Group Childcare OPENING September 2026 in Ladner.

Thank you for voting us 2026 Reader’s Choice Finalist for non-profit/community service! www.reachchild.org

belonging

connection

support

The Chopped Leaf � Pat Quinn’s Restaurant & Bar

ICE CREAM/DESSERT

Cookie’s Ice Cream � Dairy Queen - Ladner

INDIAN RESTAURANT

Clay Oven Indian Restaurant � Roy’s Indian Restaurant

ITALIAN RESTAURANT Il Posto � Illuminate Restorante

Pat Quinn’s Restaurant & Bar � Four Winds Beach House & Brewing

JAPANESE RESTAURANT Sapporo Kitchen � Ladner Sushi

inclusion

THANK YOU SOUTH DELTA

For voting Backroads Market as your #1 Farm Market!

We strive to bring the best of what Delta has to offer with our own home grown and locally sourced produce as well as other local goods for your convenience! We are so honoured to be your top choice and look forward to continuing to serve you!

Thank you so much for voting us as your favourite gift shop!

The Hygge Team (and all the mice) are most grateful!

OPEN SEASONALLY MAY-OCTOBER Tuesday-Sunday

NORTH SHORE NEWS

September 3, 2026 The Delta Optimist B29

SOUTH DELTA’S

2026

McKEE SENIORS RECREATION CENTRE

Thankyou you Thank to the Delta community for acknowledging the McKee House Seniors Recreation Centre. MEETING VENUE

Pat Quinn’s Restaurant & Bar • Stir Coffee House

LUNCH RESTAURANT Pat Quinn’s Restaurant & Bar • Britannia Brewing Company

MEXICAN RESTAURANT Sonora MX Mexican Restaurant • Mucho Burrito

NEIGHBOURHOOD PUB/LOUNGE

The Rose & Crown Pub • Ladner’s Landing Pub

LUNCH ON THE GO

Subway • Ossie’s Deli & Meats

Thank You To Our Clients For Your

Business And Voting Us The Finalist

5080 Linden Drive, Delta | 604-940-0899 | Trenantparkpetclinic.com Open Monday – Friday 8:30 – 6:00

2026

McKee is operated by volunteers who work in partnership with the City of Delta to provide activities that promote the physical, and social health of members.

The full scope of the programs can be viewed at delta.ca/McKee.

5155 47th Avenue, Ladner, BC • 604.946.1411

B30 The Delta Optimist September 3, 2026

Deltassist is honored to be voted #1 for Non-Profit Community Service.

We would like to thank all the volunteers, donors, staff, funders and community partners that have helped Deltassist over the past year. It is only with your help that we were able to continue to provide programs and services as well as add new services to meet the needs of our community.

FAVOURITE FOOD & FUN

PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE Deas Island Dance � Genesis Theatre

OUTDOOR PATIO

Four Winds Beach House & Brewery � Pat Quinn’s Restaurant & Bar

PIZZA PLACE

Il Posto (Ladner) Mario’s Kitchen

(Tsawwassen)

PRIVATE WINE/ LIQUOR STORE

Metro Liquor � Speed’s Liquor Store

Thank you so much to all of you who voted for Deltassist. #202-5000 Bridge Street, S Delta 604-946-9526

9097 120 Street, N Delta 604-594-3455

It has been our pleasure and privilege to serve in our community during these past 15 years! 2026

South Delta | (604) 946-7444 | www.expediacruises.com/southdelta

NORTH SHORE NEWS

September 3, 2026 The Delta Optimist B31

SOUTH DELTA’S

PRODUCE OR FARMERS MARKET

VEGETARIAN RESTAURANT

PUBLIC EVENT

WEDDING VENUE

Backroads Family Farm Market • Kin’s Farm Market Ladner May Days • Barnside Harvest Festival

SEAFOOD RESTAURANT

Sharkey’s Seafood & Grille • Four Winds Beach House & Brewing

SMOOTHIE/JUICE BAR Booster Juice • Java Juice Bar

TAKE-OUT RESTAURANT Mario’s Kitchen • Thai Isaan Restaurant

2026

VOTED ONE OF YOUR FAVOURITE

MEAT SHOPS

Clay Oven Indian Restaurant • Roy’s Indian Restaurant Pat Quinn’s Restaurant & Bar • Tsawwassen Springs

WEEKEND BRUNCH

L’Aroma Coffeehouse • Pat Quinn’s Restaurant & Bar

WINE LIST RESTAURANT Il Posto • Illuminate Restorante

Heath Newman

NEWMANS FINE FOODS thanks all our wonderful customers for their continued support!

Open 10 am to 6 pm • 7 days a week #105-5188 Springs Blvd, Delta, BC V4M 0A6 newmansfinefoods.com

(604) 948-0677

B32 The Delta Optimist September 3, 2026

Step into Tsawwassen Mills, where style meets convenience. From premium fashion labels and factory outlets to first-to-market retailers, we bring you endless shopping inspiration.

PREMIUM BRANDS & FACTORY OUTLETS Your favourite labels for less.

CONVENIENTLY LOCATED Right in the heart of South Delta.

COMPLIMENTARY PARKING Easy access with plenty of space.

20,000 SQ. FT. FOOD HALL A world of flavours all in one place.

A VIBRANT COMMUNITY Where shopping, dining and culture come together.