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A statement from Mayor George V. Harvie regarding the passing of Firefighter Marc Jubinville

"As Mayor, on behalf of Delta Council, I am deeply saddened to be informed of the tragic passing of a dedicated member of Delta Fire, Marc Jubinville.  Marc's exceptional service and bravery in protecting our community are commendable, and his unexpected passing is a…

A statement from Mayor George V. Harvie on Fortis BC’s response to gas odour leak

City of Delta Mayor George V. Harvie has released a statement on Fortis BC’s response to a gas odour that residents across Delta experienced on Tuesday afternoon.  “It is unacceptable that Delta residents and businesses were left in the dark about a very serious gas odour…

City of Delta Unveils Enhanced DeltaConnect Mobile App

The City of Delta proudly announces the launch of an enhanced version of the DeltaConnect mobile application, formerly known as TalkDelta. This upgraded app makes it easier for Delta residents to access a variety of city information from their mobile device. DeltaConnect,…

City of Delta Calls for Auditions for Upcoming In-House Production

Delta's Cultural Services invites aspiring actors to audition for their upcoming in-house stage production, Constellations. Following the success of Murder for Two last spring, the Cultural Services team is eager to embark on this captivating love story. Constellations narrates…

City of Delta Secures $2 Million Grant for Agricultural Water Infrastructure Upgrades

The City of Delta is pleased to announce the acquisition of a $2 million grant through the B.C. government’s Agricultural Water Infrastructure (AWI) Program. This substantial funding will serve as a catalyst for crucial upgrades to our local irrigation water conveyance…

Extreme Weather Response Shelters in Delta

Winter Safety Information for Delta Residents As temperatures drop, it's crucial to prioritize safety during winter weather. Delta provides three Extreme Weather Shelters - one in Ladner and two in North Delta - open during winter and extreme weather events in the evenings and…

Mayor George V. Harvie sends letter to Minister Fleming Regarding 112th Street Overpass Collision

On January 3, 2024, Mayor Harvie sent a letter to Minister Rob Fleming regarding the 112th Street overpass, urging the Province to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the affected overpass, increase fines for those who collide with overpasses due to oversized loads, and create…

Joint Statement from City of Delta and Delta Police Department on the 112th Street Overpass Collision

The Delta Police Department and the City of Delta acknowledge the recent series of over-height semi-truck collisions with highway overpasses that have occurred in our community. These incidents have not only resulted in significant traffic disruptions and infrastructure damage…

City of Delta Launches Period Promise Campaign

The City of Delta, in collaboration with United Way, recently launched the Period Promise campaign. This pilot project provides free menstrual supplies in washrooms in 15 facilities across Delta.  Endorsed by the Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism Committee and adopted…

Garbage Collection on Westham Island Continues During Bridge Closures

  Following the recent statutory holiday, Ladner collection pick-up is scheduled for Wednesday, November 15th. Residents on Westham Island are reminded to place their waste by 7:00 am to facilitate an efficient collection before the Westham Island Bridge closure at 9:30 am…