Thetis Island Fire - Community Support Needed

As many of you have already heard, two women have suffered an unimaginable loss after a devastating house fire destroyed their home, Grete and Jackie. The fire claimed everything they owned—their home, vehicles, cell phones, identification, treasured photographs, artwork, keepsakes, clothing, and the memories collected over a lifetime.

As always, the Thetis Island community has shown incredible compassion when neighbours are in need. We are now asking for your support once again.

At this time, we are gratefully accepting donations of:

● Medium-size women’s clothing

● Size 8 women’s shoes for Jackie and size 36 narrow for Grete

● Small/Medium women’s underwear (new only)

● Socks (new)

● T-shirts

● cellphones and prepaid minutes if anyone has these available.

Donation bins and a donation jar have been set up at Thetis Island Marina & Pub. See Dianne in the office for larger donations by cheque for receipt. 

In the coming days, the women will also need transportation to Duncan to replace their essential identification, including driver’s licences, birth certificates, and passports.

Emergency Management Cowichan manager Matt, travelled to Thetis Island today and has met with both ladies and provided emergency funding for temporary shelter, food, and immediate necessities for the next 3–4 nights. After that, they will need longer-term assistance while they begin rebuilding their lives. I am currently working to secure an extension of that emergency support.

Once they are able to obtain permanent housing, they will essentially be starting from nothing and will need all the basic household necessities. We will share those needs as they arise.

A community fundraiser is also being organized, and I will share the details as soon as everything has been finalized.

Finally, I would like to extend our deepest gratitude to our volunteer firefighters and all emergency responders. Their tireless efforts prevented this tragedy from becoming an even larger disaster. They worked relentlessly to protect neighbouring homes, contain the fire, and ensure everyone remained safe.

Thank you for everything you do for our island. I sincerely hope our volunteer firefighters are finally getting some well-earned rest.

With gratitude,

Hedi Steen

Cowichan Emergency Support Services Coordinator (Thetis Island)

226-931-2891
  hedi43@icloud.com

https://emcowichan.ca 

Thanks to the TIVFD

While many of us were celebrating Canada Day, the team members of the Thetis Island Volunteer Fire Department were fighting a house fire on Kenwood that could have resulted in a major catastrophe for the island. They not only controlled the house fire, but kept it from spreading to nearby homes.

As Thetis Islanders, we are so fortunate to have such a dedicated and well-trained crew. We thank them all.

Teresa Moore and Doug Darling

A Big Shout Out to our Firefighters

Good morning, Thetis Islanders,

A big shout out to our volunteer firefighters who, last night, once again protected our beautiful island. If you happen to see any of them on the street, shake their hand, give them a clap on the back, or best yet, an old -fashioned hug.

Each and every one of them deserve it for their dedication, hard work and preparedness in keeping our island safe and sound.

Lesley Buhr

9 am Start for Saturday Morning Yoga @ Forbes Hall

9 am Start for Yoga this Saturday, 4th July - Canada playing Morocco in the World Cup at 10am, Go Canada!

A great way to start your day, listening to some tunes as we connect full body movement with breath in this fun 50 min. vinyasa flow

Bring a mat, maybe a cushion for extra padding, and your lovely energy,

Karen
778 688 4102
kareneroff@gmail.com

Today's Nature House Events

Here’s what's on today!

1 - 3 SLC Drop-in: Marine Mammals (All ages)

Sea Life Centre, Telegraph Harbour Marina

Did you know that sea otter bones are purple? Come find out why and uncover many more surprising marine mammal fats.  Want to test your knowledge?  Take on our Marine Mammal jeopardy challenge.

The SLC is open Friday-Sunday whenever the seastar flag is flying!

See you out there!

ThINC

Youth Pickleball - To Be Held on Wednesdays Starting July 8

Next Youth Pickleball will be Wednesday July 8 at 9:30 am.

All ages welcome for Drop-In (youth up to age 16). No sign up required. Equipment provided. No experience necessary.

The Happy Picklers

Jollity Farm Shop: Chapter 3, Hot off the Presses

As promised, Chapter 3, hot off the press!

Some of you might remember the very first offering from our farm. We started a CSA program to create security for our first real farming season and to grow a customer base. Most of you didn’t know us well, but you believed in us and agreed to share our dream of growing fresh local produce on Thetis.

In those first few weeks of CSA we had to scramble to fill those boxes with enough produce. Oh, the tragedy of a bed full of hole-ridden turnips or herbs that bolted! It was a rough start, but we kept going. Jump to today, where we rely on the Chemainus shop to sell all the veggies the farm grows! Creating a menu that uses up all the extras has been such a bonus and has given us more ways to share all the beautiful products that we and other local farmers produce!

Bill Sharp was one of the customers who took a chance on that first CSA program and said, "Yes, I'll exchange some money in return for a season of veggies". Well, guess what? Bill has said "YES" again! This time, Bill said, "Yes, I'll lend you the money to secure your business, so you can keep growing more veggies!" Wow!

Thank you so much Bill, for your generosity and for helping us to make this dream grow!

And on to the next chapter Chapter 4… to see how the rest of the story unfolds.

Goosey Gander Opening this Weekend

The Goosey Gander Shop is opening for the summer this weekend. Open both Saturdays and Sundays from 10 to 4pm from now on. Come see all the amazing items brought in for sale by fellow Thetis Islanders - and get ready to find something special!

Looking forward to seeing you at the Shop. 

Nan Beals

What's Fresh @ Jollity Farm?

Open Saturday 10-1

Fresh cherries from Saanich are here! Organically grown and picked fresh
just for us. Weather depending we hope to have more for at least a
couple of weeks (followed by their amazing black currants).
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Strawberries
Tomatoes
Radish
Carrots
Turnips
Basil and parsley
Sprouts
Kale
Mixed greens
Arugula
Green onions
Zucchini
Cucumbers

Sausages have been restocked.
On the Kombucha tap this week: Nettles & Petals and Citrus Ginger
Lots of extra bagels and organic True Grain bread this week too.

With thanks, 

Jollity Farmers

An Evening at Telegraph: Summer Feature Dinner

Join us at Telegraph Harbour for a stunning three-course culinary experience celebrating the vibrant flavors of the season. Space is limited, so gather your favorite people and secure your table!

THE MENU

STARTER

• The Summer Harvest Salad Crisp, vibrant kale leaves tossed with sweet, hand-sliced local strawberries and peppery radishes, finished with a bright summer vinaigrette.

MAIN COURSE

• Gourmet Duck Meatballs & Gratin Dauphinois Tender, rich duck meatballs tossed in a sweet-and-savory honey-soy glaze, accented with a rich balsamic reduction. Served alongside a classic, velvety Gratin Dauphinois—layers of thinly sliced potatoes baked to golden perfection with rich cream and melted cheese.

DESSERT

• Rhubarb Waffle Cone Crumble A playful, summer twist on a classic dessert. Tart, stewed rhubarb topped with a buttery, crispy waffle cone crumble, served with a generous pour of our velvety, homemade vanilla bean custard.

EVENT DETAILS

• When: Saturday July 4, 202
• Doors Open: 6:00 pm (Come grab a drink and watch the boats)
• Dinner Service: 6:30 pm

RESERVE YOUR SEAT

Tables for our feature nights fill up fast! RSVP to: cafe@telegraphharbour.ca to save your spot today.

Thetis Island Visitors' Guide Updating

It's time to update the Thetis Island Visitors' Guide. If you would like your business added to the listings in the Guide please send an email to tirracommunications@thetisisland.net by Friday July 10. Please include business name, contact information, listing description and the Guide section heading under which you wish to have the business listed. A 2024 copy of the guide is available at https://www.thetisisland.net/info/Thetis_Island_Visitors_Guide_2024-web.pdf for your information.

Cost for advertising business name, phone number and 3 lines of text will be $15 per advert. Any additional lines and space will be reviewed and coordinated with each business.

Existing advertisers, please respond to the emails sent to you on Thursday, July 2.

Thank you,

Karl Unger, TIRRA Communications

Dangerous Goods

There is NO DG this Thursday

Cheers 

Sharon