Land and People
The City of Delta is a Canadian district municipality,* a part of the Greater Vancouver Regional District of the Province of British Columbia on the peninsula surrounded by the Fraser River on the north, the Strait of Georgia on the west, Boundary Bay on the south, and the City of Surrey on the east. 120 Street from Boundary Bay north to 96 Avenue and from there west to the river forms the border between Delta and Surrey. Delta derives its name from the Fraser River Delta formed by silt deposited over millennia and crossed by several channels.
In the 2011 Census, Delta’s population was 99,863, up 3.3 percent from 2006. About 28 percent of residents are what Canadians call “visible minorities,” mainly Indian, Chinese, Filipino, Japanese, and Korean Asians. Diversity in the schools is not a problem. The Tsawwasen Indian Reserve adjacent to the causeway to the ferry terminal from points on the Vancouver Island archipelago across the Strait of Georgia, home to 1,400 aborigines, is bounded on the south by the small American portion of the peninsula below the 49th Parallel and on the north by a channel of the river delta.
Delta Communities
Delta comprises three distinct, geographically separate communities:
- North Delta in the northeast houses over half Delta’s population. It is a mostly suburban area situated between Surrey and the Burns Bog.
- Ladner started as a 19th-century fishing village in northwest Delta and expanded into a suburb. Historic Ladner is an active fishing village with restored 19th-century homes behind dykes that hold back the water of the raging river.
- Tsawwassen on the ocean in southwest Delta is also suburban. Luxurious homes lining Tsawwassen’s coast reflect the economic growth of that community.
Historical Overview
Thomas and William Ladner in 1868 made a good investment in farming the area named after them. Farming and fishing sustained later settlers as the community grew. Delta incorporated in 1879 with the Village of Ladner as its administrative centre. Geography kept Delta relatively isolated until opening of the George Massey Tunnel in 1959 and redirection of BC Highway 99 in 1962 through Ladner to the tunnel linked Delta to the Richmond and Vancouver municipalities north of the river, ended the isolation, and drove an enormous population growth that brought many new schools and educational facilities to the district over the next 20 years.
Information Links:
http://www.deltachamber.ca
http://sunnytsawwassen.ca
http://www.delta.ca
http://www.delta.ca/parks-recreation/sport-recreation/indoor-facilities
http://www.delta.ca/home-property-development/official-community-plan
Transport and Commerce
The South Coast British Columbia Transportation Authority operates a public transit bus system. SkyTrain rail stations in Surrey reach within a few kilometres of North Delta. Delta connects first to New Westminster and then to Richmond by BC Highway 91 over the massive Alex Fraser Bridge opened in 1986 and to Surrey, Langley, and all points east on BC Highway 10. Most car and truck traffic from Vancouver to the USA goes through Delta via Highway 99. Most traffic to Vancouver Island uses the BC Ferries service facilities in the Tsawwassen part of Delta.
Delta’s Boundary Bay Airport, Canada’s fifth busiest in aircraft movements is primarily for general aviation, commercial charters, and flying instruction. Vancouver International Airport, 15 miles to the northwest on Sea Island between Vancouver and Richmond, served in 2013 almost 18,000,000 passengers on daily flights to and from airports in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Economy and Sustainability
Agriculture remains vital to Delta’s economic, environmental, and social sustainability. Delta farms and food production facilities produce fruits and berries, herbs, honey, summer and winter vegetables, and meats. Farmers Markets are prominent. The Ladner Village Market is Western Canada’s largest. Delta encourages residents to grow their own vegetables. Several local nonprofit organizations make community garden plots available to residents with no land of their own.
The Fraser Delta area is a bountiful wildlife habitat that makes tourism a good investment as another major part of the economy. Burns Bog, the largest peat bog on the North American west coast, covers about 30 square miles in the east central part of the peninsula west of North Delta. The Burns Bog Conservation Society arranges tours through its trails and waterways. Over 200 migratory bird species stop at Burns Bog. The Delta Nature Reserve in the northeastern corner of Burns Bog has three loops of boardwalks and trails. Meanwhile, out on the ocean, many other tourists enjoy the pastime of whale-watching.
* District municipalities are those greater than eight square kilometers (five square miles) in area with a population density of fewer than 500 per square kilometer (800/square mile). At 141 square miles, Delta has the largest municipal land area in the district; its neighbour to the east, Surrey, is second largest at 122.
New Delta Live MLS Listings
Delta, BC, Vancouver
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3925 64TH Street in Delta: Ladner Rural House for sale (Ladner) : MLS®# R2841779
3925 64TH Street Delta V4M 0A5 
$5,499,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2841779
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,452 sq. ft.
Amazing opportunity to acquire a fantastic 20 acre blueberry farm nestled between the SFPR and 17A in beautiful Ladner B.C. The property has multi faceted revenue streams including: a 2,452 square foot, four bedroom home plus two additional outbuildings, Building '1' features a 729 square foot one bedroom upper suite and a 2,128 square foot warehouse / workshop. Building '2' has a main floor warehouse space totaling 4,093 square feet plus an additional upper conference area of 1,998 square feet. Multiple leases afford a generous revenue stream. There is a twelve month demolition clause attached to the farm house lease allowing a new owner to replace the existing home with a 5,000 square foot estate home. A great opportunity to own a revenue generating property with unlimited potential. More detailsListed by Sotheby's International Realty Canada
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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5665 HWY 17A Highway in Delta: Neilsen Grove Land for sale (Ladner) : MLS®# R2814026
5665 HWY 17A Highway Delta V4K 1S9
$5,299,000Land Only- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2814026
Offering 25.75 acres of land, this property stands as an excellent investment opportunity in proximity to Captain's Cove Marina and the recently established Cascades Casino Delta. Access to the property is facilitated through an easement from River Road, complemented by an impressive 1,087.40 feet of frontage along Highway #17. The land boasts fertile soil conducive to the cultivation of various crops, including vegetables and berries. Additionally, it presents an ideal location for the construction of your dream home as well as a storage facility. City Water, Gas, and Hydro connections are accessible via River Road, ensuring convenience. Leased for $20,000 from April to October to potato farmer (yearly renewal required). MOTIVATED, OPEN TO OFFERS. More detailsListed by RE/MAX 2000 Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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5800 28 Avenue in Delta: Tsawwassen North House for sale (Tsawwassen) : MLS®# R2870856
5800 28 Avenue Delta V4L 2N5
$4,999,900Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2870856
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 3,418 sq. ft.
TRULY AMAZING! 2004 custom built home offers 3,418 sq ft of living space, triple car garage & XL 3 bay workshop w/ 1,916 sq ft of living space above (mortgage helpers). Primary bdrm on the main w/ 3 more bdrms upstairs; large kitchen w/ eating area; large windows & vaulted ceilings in the living room & foyer. The home lies on 10.85 acres on a no-thru road with Hwy 17 frontage and easy access to Hwy 99 and Tsawwassen Mills. This property would be ideal for a home based business w/ room for truck parking, great visibility for signage & huge dream workshop space. The remaining land is currently leased giving the property farm status (low taxes). Let someone else farm the land while you enjoy the home & workshop! Don't miss your chance to own this spectacular property - call today! More detailsListed by B.C. Farm & Ranch Realty Corp. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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4379 W RIVER Road in Delta: Port Guichon House for sale (Ladner) : MLS®# R2859353
4379 W RIVER Road Delta V4K 1R9
$3,888,800Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2859353
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,191 sq. ft.
Experience the seamless convenience of stepping out of your front door and walking a few short steps to your yacht, initiating journeys to the vast open waters within mere moments. This exceptional float home encompasses two properties in a quiet and private setting that overlooks the river and stunning mountains. Through expansive windows throughout the home, you are always taking in the breathtaking views and feeling connected to the beauty of nature that surrounds you. Meticulously designed this residence showcases the impeccable craftsmanship of Pinnacle Homes and a personalized touch by Jennifer Heath in its design. The home includes natural walnut accents and floors, a chef's dream kitchen, a wine fridge, cutting edge Control4 technology, a 60' dock, boat lift and a 3 car garage. On the second floor there is an expansive 700 sq. ft. outdoor patio, providing unforgettable entertainment experiences. Don’t miss the opportunity to embrace this exquisite lifestyle of living on the water. More detailsListed by Engel & Volkers Vancouver (Branch) - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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6073 44A Avenue in Delta: Holly House for sale (Ladner) : MLS®# R2805829
6073 44A Avenue Delta V4K 4C8
$3,499,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2805829
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,900 sq. ft.
Subdivision/Rezoning application for 3 lots already submitted to the city. Build 2 new homes and Keep the existing home which was cus.tom built 22 years ago. Total Lot is 18581 square feet, comes with detached workshop 864 sq.ft and an overheight detached 624 sq.ft double garage. Property is currently tenanted for $6500 per month. Please drive-by to view location and exterior but DO NOT WALK ON THE PROPERTY or speak with the tenant. More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Realty Corp. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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