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Mayor Harvie’s statement on the Government of Canada’s decision on Roberts Bank Terminal II

Today, the Government of Canada reached a decision to approve the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 expansion project. Mayor George V. Harvie had the following comment on the decision: "The port expansion has been an issue of concern for residents of Delta for many years now. The…

Delta, Richmond, Tsawwassen First Nation, and Musqueam Seeking Federal Government Support for Local Channel Dredging in the Lower Fraser River

Mayor Harvie, in partnership with Tsawwassen First Nation Chief Laura Cassidy, Musqueam Chief Wayne Sparrow, and City of Richmond Mayor Malcolm Brodie sent a joint letter to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Premier David Eby. The letter urges the federal and provincial…

Mayor Harvie Sends Letters to Premier and Ministers Regarding the Fraser River Tunnel Project and Delta Police Board

On behalf of Delta Council and the City, Mayor George V. Harvie sent a letter to Premier David Eby and Rob Fleming, the Minister of Transportation and Highways, regarding the proposed Fraser River Tunnel Replacement Project. Specifically, Mayor Harvie thanked the Premier and…

Public AED Units Installed In Delta Parks

The City of Delta, in partnership with St. John Ambulance, are proud to introduce a new level of community safety with the installation of publicly accessible, life-saving Automated External Defibrillator (AED) stands at four of Delta’s parks. The stands include an AED unit and…

2023 Mayor's Achievement Awards Winners Announced; Bruce McDonald honoured with Freedom of the City Award

Yesterday, Mayor George V. Harvie hosted the first Mayor's Achievement Awards from the City of Delta to 13 incredible individuals and 2 sports teams from the community. The Freedom of the City Award was also presented to former Councillor Bruce McDonald for his contribution and…

Mayor Harvie Sends Letter to Chris O'Riley, President and CEO of BC Hydro, Regarding George Massey Tunnel Transmission Relocation Project

On March 8, 2023, Mayor Harvie sent a letter to Chris O'Riley, President and CEO of BC Hydro, regarding the George Massey Tunnel Transmission Relocation Project and the preferred option of Delta Council for an underground transmission line built within the Province of BC's…

$16 million from Growing Communities Fund for Infrastructure Improvements in Delta

The City of Delta has been granted $16 million as part of the Province of British Columbia's new Growing Communities Fund. The fund is intended to give communities across BC a one-time boost to support the delivery of services to residents. "I am delighted by the announcement of…

15th Annual Earth Day Photo Contest - Fan Favourite voting is now open!

Fan Favourite voting is now open! Vote here. Celebrate Earth Day with us! Delta residents and City of Delta staff are invited to participate in our 15th Annual Earth Day Photo Contest! This year's theme is Environmental Stewardship. Environmental Stewardship refers to…

Help protect BC's bats from White-Nose Syndrome

As a Bat Friendly Community, the City of Delta is committed to protecting and enhancing bat habitat and promoting learning and awareness about the value of local bat colonies in our natural environment. Bats are an essential part of BC’s ecosystem and provide billions of…

City of Delta Receives Funding from Natural Resources Canada for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

For immediate release – February 24, 2023 Le français suit The City of Delta is pleased to announce it has received a $200,000 investment through Natural Resources Canada’s Zero-Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program. This includes $150,000 to support the installation of one…