Soup’s On: Wednesday, February 11, 2026

11:30 am until 1:00 pm

Gather at Forbes Hall for a very Thetis Island lunch...

Menu:

Ham and Vegetable Creamy Chowder (Lactose free)

Vegetarian Creamy Chowder (Lactose Free)

Assorted Toppers:  Cheese, Parsley &/or ?

Focaccia (Lactose free available)

Assorted Cookies and Goodies

Teas and Coffee 

Suggested donation of $7 for soup, bread, treats and teas & coffee. 

Soup’s On is entirely carried out by volunteers and, as one of the tasks is the program’s accounting, please do not pay with coins smaller than Loonies and Toonies. As all change must be counted and rolled. 

For those who find large groups challenging, enjoy your lunch in this week’s designated quiet room, the Library. 

Everyone is welcome to join us, seniors, seniors who don’t think they’re seniors, workers, families, and everyone who just wants a mid-day meal!

Menu remainders for take-out when available. Soup’s On also supports the Thetis Island Food Pantry.

Coupon Booklets of 10 for your convenience, $70.00

The Soup’s On Team

No Dangerous Cargo on the Ferry this Week

Thursday, 12 February, the ferry will be DC-free.

Cheers,

Sharon

"Fire Smart" Home Assessments & Rebates

The FireSmart Team is planning to visit Thetis Island on Tuesday, February 24th.

This is your opportunity to get a comprehensive assessment of your home's wildfire risks and solutions to make your property more resilient to this growing threat.

Home assessments are free, confidential, and there is no obligation to pursue the recommendations we make for your home. We assess only the exterior of your home and property within 30 metres. You will receive a detailed report by email following our 20 to 40 minute consultation. More information is available on our website:

https://emcowichan.ca/programs-resources/fire-smart/home-owner/ 

$4000 REBATE
Primary homeowners who have not received a prior rebate may be eligible for up to $4000 for pursuing recommendations in our report. Please read all of the terms and conditions to ensure that you are eligible. If you have any questions about the assessment or the rebate, please send me an email.

FireSmart Rebate Terms and Conditions including eligible activities:

https://emcowichan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/2025-Rebate-Terms-and-Conditions-FINAL.pdf

On the "VISIT DAY" (February 24^th):

Please ensure that you (or your agent) will be home when we arrive, and that pets are secured. You are welcome to join us on the property visit although it is not necessary. If neighbours are interested in learning from your assessment, they are also welcome to join us. If you are unavailable to attend on February 24th, please indicate in your reply that you are granting access to Firesmart on February 24th in your absence. Please also let us know if there are other occupants on the land, or any special instructions for gates, etc.

Prior to our visit you can learn about FireSmart maintenance, landscaping and home construction at theFireSmart BC website.

Todd Carnahan
Local FireSmart Representative

Mailing Address: 175 Ingram Street, Duncan BC V9L 1N8
Email: todd.carnahan@emcowichan.ca

Tel: 250-252-6449
24/7 Emergency After-Hours 778-403-4040

Fire Chief J. Caldbeck
Thetis Island Vol. Fire Dept.

Census Canada Hiring

Approximately 32,000 staff will be hired across Canada, and nearly 600 right here on Vancouver Island/surrounding islands. The rate of pay starts at $25 an hour, and most roles are between 20 and 40 hours of work a week, including a mix of days, evenings, and weekends, depending on the assignment.

In terms of timing, a few waves of recruitment are anticipated based these start dates:

1. Supervisory positions (most urgent): now until late February
2. Non‑supervisory positions: March to mid‑April
3. Spares/backup staff: May through July

The Census jobs website is the best source of detailed and up‑to‑date information: Census.gc.ca — Census jobs.

Tear-away posters will be located at the Post Office, the Ferry shelter, the Community Board at Forbes Hall and inside on the bulletin board at Forbes Hall later this week.

Statistics Canada / Government of Canada

Found: Fiskars Pruners

February 9 found small handheld Fiskars pruners on the road about a half a block before the Community Centre. 

Contact Karen to claim 
604 240-2711 
karencowburn@gmail.com

Notice of Meeting: Thetis Community Assembly – Monday, March 23rd – 7:00 pm at Forbes Hall

The Thetis Island Community Assembly will be held on Monday, March 23^rdat 7:00 pm at Forbes Hall.

All members of the public are encouraged to attend. With representatives from most island organizations, and an agenda of updates and discussions on current concerns or issues, it will be an informative meeting.

Finalized agenda will be posted on e-spokes and thetisposts.ca within the week prior.

Ann Dickie and Keith Rush

Co-Facilitators

Thetis Community Assembly

Jollity Weekly Order Reminders - Would you like Bread each Week?

There are a growing number of people who would like a standing order of
organic breads from True Grain to go with their weekly farm pick up.

https://www.jollityfarm.ca/order-form

We'll be picking up again this week so orders are due by Monday evening.
If you'd like a standing order, then please let us know. If there are
enough people we'll go back to making it part of our weekly pick up.

With thanks,

Jollity Farmers

Soup’s On: Wednesday, February 11, 2026

11:30 am until 1:00 pm

Gather at Forbes Hall for a very Thetis Island lunch...

Menu:

Ham and Vegetable Creamy Chowder (Lactose free)

Vegetarian Creamy Chowder (Lactose Free)

Assorted Toppers: Cheese, Parsley &/or ?

Focaccia (Lactose free available)

Assorted Cookies and Goodies

Teas and Coffee

Suggested donation of $7 for soup, bread, treats and teas & coffee.

Soup’s On is entirely carried out by volunteers and, as one of the tasks is the program’s accounting, please do not pay with coins smaller than Loonies and Toonies. As all change must be counted and rolled.

For those who find large groups challenging, enjoy your lunch in this week’s designated quiet room, the Boardroom.

Everyone is welcome to join us, seniors, seniors who don’t think they’re seniors, workers, families, and everyone who just wants a mid-day meal!

Menu remainders for take-out when available. Soup’s On also supports the Thetis Island Food Pantry.

Coupon Booklets of 10 for your convenience, $70.00

The Soup’s On Team

Hi-Viz Yellow Rain Jacket

I realized last night upon unloading the car at home at 11pm, that I had forgotten and left my rain jacket in the Gazebo at the top of Thetis ferry ramp while waiting for the 1:45 ferry to Chemainus. Thinking that I wouldn't find it where I left it yesterday and that i may have to purchase another jacket to stay dry this week, I was delighted to find it right where I'd left it on the bench. So, I must now thank my Lord Jesus for such an Island as Thetis and its residents who continue to build trust within our community. May you be encouraged my trust-worthy friends and neighbors.

Know Y'all are appreciated

Woody's Swamper

Greg Gall

TIRRA Communications and Correspondence

The following letter to Islands Trust has been posted on the TIRRA website. Copies of correspondence are available at: 

https://thetisisland.net/tirra/tirra-communications.html

February 6, 2026, Letter to Islands Trust regarding Draft Budget Tax Increase

TIRRA Board

Forbes Hall ~ Unlocked Doors

This week there were two incidents of doors being left unlocked.

On Tuesday morning the “School Door” to the far left of the main entry accessing the Assembly Hall was found unlocked.

On Thursday morning the patio doors to the Boardroom were found open.

Please make sure that when you are finished your meeting or activity that exterior doors are locked.

Forbes Hall is easy to access and exit properly. If you need help with instructions, please contact info@forbeshall.ca.

Ann Dickie

Facilities and Community Co-ordinator,

Forbes Hall Community Centre

Yoga with Karen - Saturday 10AM

Join me for slow Vinyasa yoga flow - Saturday at 10amIn this style of slow-paced practice we are linking full-body movement with breath, creating a moving meditation which in turn increases strength, flexibility and cardiovascular health

Any questions, please contact me: 

kareneroff@gmail.com

778 688 4102

All are welcome, see you on your mats!

love,

Karen