Our Delta, Your Story
Join our host, Garry Shearer, as we set foot on an auditory path to discover the mosaic of voices that make up Delta, British Columbia. Episodes will cover a variety of topics from business to community—with each guest sharing stories of success and struggle. Let's take a moment to listen to one another. This podcast is presented by the Delta Chamber of Commerce.
Episodes
14 episodes
Advocating for Students and Community | Episode 14 – Laura Dixon
Host Garry Shearer speaks with Laura Dixon, five-term trustee for the Delta School District and longtime volunteer and community advocate. Laura attests that her career was inspired by her parents—both educators. For Laura, being present and av...
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The Road Ahead for Delta | Episode 13 – Dylan Kruger
Host Garry Shearer talks with Dylan Kruger, the youngest elected councillor in the City of Delta’s history. With experience in both federal and provincial levels of government, Dylan is vehement in resolving the housing conflict between young f...
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Episode 13
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Community-First Policing | Episode 12 – Chief Neil Dubord
Host Garry Shearer is joined by Delta Police Chief Neil Dubord to relay his path in policing. From his start with the neighbourhood foot patrol in Edmonton to chief of the Metro Vancouver Transit Police to now chief of the Delta Police Departme...
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Episode 12
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Listen to Your Body | Episode 11 – Dr. Lisa Ghent, ND
Host Garry Shearer sits down with naturopathic doctor Lisa Ghent, founder of COLLABORATIVE WELLNESS, to elucidate the role of naturopathy as a holistic companion to mainstream medicine. Experiencing her own struggles with fertility, Dr. Ghent s...
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A Journey in Journalism | Episode 10 – Ian Jacques
Host Garry Shearer is joined by Ian Jacques, editor of the DELTA OPTIMIST, to illuminate one of Delta, BC’s key storytellers. The tables have turned as the journalist now recounts his own story of success and struggle. During this discussion, G...
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Passion Never Rests | Episode 9 – Jim Longo
Host Garry Shearer chats with Jim Longo, founder and president of IDEAL WELDERS, to recount Jim’s passion for welding that forged the 50-years-strong business he manages to this day. Jim is a champion for hands-on work and the cardinal purpose ...
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Episode 9
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Design Is Personal | Episode 8 – Angela McGregor
Host Garry Shearer is joined by Angela McGregor, founder and CEO of INDALMA CREATIVE, to celebrate the dedicated mentors who incited her career in brand design. Angela takes us behind the scenes of client-designer partnerships and the foundatio...
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Episode 8
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Brand Begins with Story | Episode 7 – Ken Malenstyn
Host Garry Shearer is joined by Ken Malenstyn, general manager of BARNSIDE BREWING CO., to disclose Barnside's collaborative conception by four long-standing farm families. Ken’s experience with marketing and video production enabled him to kee...
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Episode 7
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Future Found in Family Roots | Episode 6 – Danielle & Alicia Guichon
Host Garry Shearer chats with Danielle and Alicia Guichon, owner-operators of BACKROADS FAMILY FARM MARKET, to reflect on how branching off returned them to their roots. These sisters found that the purpose they had searched for was waiting bac...
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Episode 6
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Casual Start-Up to Charitable Success | Episode 5 – Yvonne Anderson
Host Garry Shearer is joined by Yvonne Anderson, founder and CEO of SANTEVIA WATER SYSTEMS, to uncover the impetus of her vivid career and the humanitarian path she is on today. Her story is a model of hope for ambitious entrepreneurs yearning ...
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Purpose through Resiliency | Episode 4 – Steven Stark
Host Garry Shearer sits down with Steven Stark, CEO of TSAWWASSEN SHUTTLES and political leader for the Tsawwassen First Nation, to delve into the complex trials Steven has faced from childhood to adulthood, overcoming physical ailments, abusiv...
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Episode 4
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Growth Demands Risk | Episode 3 – Aaron Saks
Host Garry Shearer chats with Aaron Saks, president of WEST COAST SEEDS, to unearth Aaron's journey from accountant to entrepreneur. His story reminds us that growth necessitates risk and change. No matter what you committed your education towa...
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Episode 3
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The Night Is Darkest Before the Dawn | Episode 2 – Darren Bach
Host Garry Shearer is joined by Darren Bach, CEO of PACIFIC COAST MARINE WINDSHIELDS, to unpack Darren's remarkable career. Whether it's mowing the neighbor's lawn or distributing products internationally, Darren's inspirational story is a remi...
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Change Starts with Character | Episode 1 – Rick Gibbs
Host Garry Shearer is joined by Rick Gibbs, president of NEUTRON FACTORY WORKS, to reveal the spark of Rick's purpose driven career. From mentee to mentor, electrician to executive, Rick's entrepreneurial journey reminds us of the importance of...
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