St. Margaret's Cemetery Maintenance Day, Saturday, May 9th 10-3

On Saturday May 9th from 10-3, St. Margaret’s Cemetery Committee will be having its annual maintenance day. The cemetery is a vault of island history and is the permanent home for many of our forebears. From tidying up headstones, to general landscaping there will be a range of projects to suit everyone's interests and abilities. We welcome all Islanders.

Please plan to join us, we encourage everyone to participate. If possible, please bring small garden tools for general landscaping and/or scrub brushes and water pails to clean grave markers.

We would encourage you to contribute to the picnic lunch, where we will remember and celebrate the lives that came before us.

Please contact me if you have any questions.

David Reay

Thetis Island Cemetery Committee

H: 250-246-1593

E: davidreay@telus.net

Thetis Island Improvement District: Annual General Meeting

A reminder that the Thetis Island Improvement District (TIID) will be holding its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Saturday May 9th, 2026, at Forbes Hall Community Center starting at 11 AM. This is a public meeting, and all are welcome.

AGENDA

Territorial acknowledgement
Call to order and welcome
Opening remarks and introductions
Approval of the May 10th, 2025 AGM minutes
Trustee Remuneration
Audit Report/Approval of Financial Statements
2025 Highlights
Committee reports
Trustee acclamation
Fire department report

Adjourn

Draft 2025 Financial Statements available at: https://www.thetisislandfire.ca/tiid-financial.html

Keith Rush, Chair
Thetis Island Improvement District

Fire Danger Hazard Moved in the Right Direction

We moved up to HIGH Hazard last Saturday, which meant that High Hazard Activities had to be restricted starting last Tuesday this week Thanks to the recent cloud cover, higher humidity and a higher dew point, we have moved down to MODERATE Hazard once again.

By regulation, we have to hold for three days in MODERATE before we can rescind the restriction on High Hazard Activities. This means that starting this SATURDAY, May 9th, the outdoor work activity restrictions are off and you no longer have to cease your mowing, chain sawing, excavating, etc by one o’clock.

MODERATE Hazard is still a hazard though, so please be careful about creating sparks etc. Call 911 if you see any columns of smoke.

As per the Provincial Ban, ALL OUTDOOR FIRES ARE PROHIBITED UNTIL OCTOBER 31st. This includes campfires. (Approved propane campfire appliances are allowed).

Let’s all hope we can keep this moderate weather for a while (good for growing peas and lettuce) before the Fire Danger Hazard Rating rises again.

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

Looking for a Rental or House Swap This Summer/Fall

Hello friends and neighbours,

My son Noan, his wife, and their two daughters (ages 11 & 8) will be visiting from Bali this summer/fall from August 10 - October 10.

Some of you may remember them from their visit a few years ago - “the summer of the mosquitoes” - when they joined the Howling Wolf Market and participated in various community events, including Andy’s intertidal walks and other ThINC gatherings.

We’re reaching out to see if anyone might have a place available during that time, either for part or all of their stay. If you happen to be travelling or away this summer, they would be very happy to rent your home.

They’re also open to the possibility of a house swap in Bali. Noan and his family have a lovely home in the Ubud area and often travel for extended periods, so even if your timing doesn’t line up this summer, a future exchange could still be possible.

If you have something available, or know someone who might, please reach out to Jan Fesnoux, Noan's mom, at jan.fesnoux@gmail.com or 250 246 3469.

Thanks so much. Any leads are greatly appreciated!
Jan Fesnoux

Three Kayaks for Sale on Thetis Island

$75 each

• Great for summer paddles, exploring the shoreline, or keeping at the cabin

• Stored indoors

• Mixed styles and colours available

First come, first served. Message for details or pickup. 🌊

Contact for photos.

Ricco@telus.net

Art Show at Just Jake's, Duncan

Just a quick note to let everybody know that I am showing 33 paintings at the restaurant Just Jake's on Craig Street in Duncan from Sunday, May 10th (Mother's Day) until June 7th.

If I had to give the show a title I'd call it, "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly: Everything from the Last Year and a Half".

So if you are in Duncan and need a coffee break please stop by the restaurant and take a look. Was any progress made? Who knows. You tell me.

Michelle Merlindt

Press Release from BC Ferries: EV's

We're updating our policy to permit immobile, undamaged, or cosmetically damaged electric vehicles (EVs) to travel on ferries, following engagement with Transport Canada officials and discussions with industry experts.

Beginning on May 19, immobile EVs with no damage or minor cosmetic damage that does not compromise the vehicle’s frame or battery integrity will be permitted on board. This change applies to immobile EVs being towed or carried on board, not to EVs driven under their own power, which are permitted if they meet the requirements of BC’s Motor Vehicle Act.

We are committed to evolving responsibly as vehicle technologies change while maintaining rigorous safety standards.

Submitted by:
Thetis Island Vol. Fire Dept.

What's Fresh @ Jollity Farm? (+flower orders for Mother's Day!)

Open Saturday 10am -1pm

In time for Mother's Day, we have a limited amount of beautiful farm fresh bouquets available.

The spring colour theme is a mix of apricot orange with soft purples, towering white blossoms and textural greens.

Bouquets are $25 each. If you'd like to reserve, please send an email to orders@jollityfarm.ca

Local Asparagus is back! It's that wonderful time of year when Jean's freshly picked asparagus is available.

Enjoy the fresh harvest while it lasts. This quality of asparagus has no comparison with cheaper grocery store varieties traveling from far away. Not only do you get to treat yourself to a local delicacy grown organically but you support Thetis Island farmers and families at the same time. Win, win!

Spring salad greens galore!
Radish
Rhubarb
Arugula
Sprouts
Kale
Celery
Cabbage shoots
Beets
Cilantro
Snap Peas
Baby Cucumbers
Cherry tomatoes and
San Marzano tomatoes
and maybe more!

If you'd like bagels this week, we'll be picking up so please send your requests.

With thanks,

Jollity Farmers

Mission Rd Tree Danger Cleared

Thank you to Chris Call, who has felled the danger trees leaning above the road across from the Fire Hall frontage.

The hazard to vehicles and walkers has been cleared.

Thetis Island Vol. Fire Dept.

Afternoon Tea – Many Thanks & Farewell to Claire and Matt Hess

Sunday 31 May - 2:30 - 4:30pm - Forbes Hall

Mark your calendars to come and enjoy an afternoon with Claire and Matt Hess. Trade stories about all their amazing years of volunteering on Thetis.

Anyone remember seeing Matt with a ping pong ball hanging off hat? Claire has been our morning wake up news reporter with e-Spokes. The list goes on and on.

Join in the fun.

Hosted by multiple Thetis Island Community Groups.
Contact Lynne Smith slynne259@gmail.com

PAG Open for Visits During Daylight Hours

Hello everyone,

We’re delighted to share that the People’s Apothecary Garden (PAG), located at 62 North Cove Road, is now open for visits.

With thanks to Carolyn Askew for hosting the space, the garden now features over 60 medicinal plant species. May is an especially beautiful time to visit, as many of these plants come into full bloom.

As a ThINC demonstration garden, the PAG hosts seasonal workshops while also offering seasonal workshops and welcoming space for quiet exploration. A site map and plant information cards will soon be available at the entrance to guide your visit.

Before visiting, please note:
Staff may not be on site
Hazards may be present
Entry is at your own risk

Garden guidelines:
Stay on designated paths
Do not harvest or ingest plants
Supervise children at all times
Visit during daylight hours only

Please close the gate behind you.

Designated harvest hours will be offered when staff are present (times to be announced).

To learn more, contact Charlotte at charlotte@thetisislandnatureconservancy.org or visit our website: https://www.thetisislandnatureconservancy.org/people-s-apothecary-garden

We hope you enjoy the garden and thank you for helping keep it safe and welcoming for all.

Best,
Charlotte
ThINC Education and Stewardship Coordinator

Telegraph Harbour Marina Closed Wednesday

Hello all!

Renovations are wrapping up but need another day. We will be closed Wednesday. Looking forward to seeing you all soon!

If you have an emergency food need call Jen at 250-784-1624