Reminder: Ping Pong on Thursday

Come join us at Forbes Hall for Ping Pong Thursday nights from 7:00 pm till we get tired or 9:00 pm whichever comes first…

Ping Pong Team

Voices for the Islands

Some of you may have heard the CBC North by Northwest and BC Today interviews this past weekend with Lasqueti Islander Sheila Harrington about her new book Voices for the Islands: Thirty Years of Nature Conservation in the Salish Sea. Sheila included an entire chapter about ThINC and our conservation efforts as the youngest conservation organization in the Salish Sea. Sheila will be launching her book at Forbes Community Centre on August 18 at 2 pm. Please put this exciting event on your calendar. Sheila will have books available for sale.

Here are the links to the interviews/
CBC – North by Northwest https://www.cbc.ca/listen/live-radio/1-43-north-by-northwest
CBC BC Today: https://www.youtube.com/live/pCbLP5YGP1o

Hope to see you there.
The ThINC Board of Directors

Portable AC - grant available for those who fit the criteria

Hi folks,

I believe this has already been shared on e-Spokes, but it’s a great solution to reduce overheating issues at a personal residence. So, please share this with other groups, friends, family, and neighbours. For those who fit the criteria, here is a portable AC. See this link.
https://www.bchydro.com/powersmart/residential/rebates-programs/savings-based-on-income/free-air-conditioner.html

Huy ch q’a / Thank you,
Doug

Grooming Services Update

Hi, thanks for all the referrals for nails and grooming! I wanted to let everyone know that I will be away from July 28-Aug 20 and will be back at in on my return. I am around until then!

Elle 250-416-9771

Window Replacement Needs?

We have contacted Van Isle Windows in Nanaimo for an onsite assessment of our window replacement options and get a free quote/consultation.

Their Sales rep will be coming to Thetis on July 25th. In respect for his travel time and expenses, we are advising other islanders of his visit. If you have window needs, please contact Bob Dubois bdubois@vanislewindows.com . He is away on vacation for the next week or so.

Wendy

Items for Sale

Jackson Grill/Stainless steel gas bbq - small deck sized with folding legs with tank - $35.00.
11 cubic foot Dandy Fridge (no freezer)/energy star/designer/ss/blk - $350.00 obo. You pick up.

Call email: 250.804.6480 / dfenton12@gmail.com.
Doug

Items for Sale

Jackson Grill/Stainless steel gas bbq - small deck sized with folding legs with tank - $35.00.
11 cubic foot Dandy Fridge (no freezer)/energy star/designer/ss/blk - $350.00 obo. You pick up.

Call email: 250.804.6480 / dfenton12@gmail.com.
Doug

Forbes Hall Cooling Center: Open Wednesday

Thanks to great volunteers Forbes Hall will be open as a cooling center 10 am to 4 pm Wednesday.

Stay cool and stay hydrated.

Forbes Hall Health Services Group

Campfire Ban Starts on Friday

Effective on Friday, July 12, 2024, campfires (Category 1) will be prohibited throughout the Coastal Fire Centre, except for the Haida Gwaii Forest District. This prohibition is being enacted to help prevent human caused wildfires and protect public safety.

These prohibitions apply to all public and private land within the Coastal Fire Centre jurisdiction. Category 2 (yard waste) and 3 (industrial) open fires remain prohibited.

This prohibition will be in place until Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 12:00 noon Pacific Daylight Time, or until the order is rescinded.

In addition to campfires and open fires being prohibited, the following activities and equipment are also restricted:

• Fireworks;
• Sky Lanterns;
• Burn Barrels or Burn Cages of any size or description;
• Binary Exploding Targets;
• Air curtain burners;
• Tiki and similar kind of torches; and,
• Chimineas
Posted by 
BCWildfire Service: Coastal Fire Centre

This prohibition does not include the use of propane outdoor stoves or campfire appliances. An outdoor stove or campfire appliance is a CSA-rated or ULC-rated device used outdoors for cooking, heating or ambiance.

There are several holders of TIVFD Campfire Permits to July 15th. These permits will be rescinded on July 12th. No campfires until October 31st on Thetis Island.

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

From the Library

One more request for the return of Edge of Eternity by Ken Follett before I replace the book.

Thanks
Celine

Items for Sale

Truck camper, everything works $500
12’ aluminum boat $400
9.9 hp Suzuki long shaft $1600
21’ Campion fishing machine 210 boat and Trailer, with 4 stroke 225hp Yamaha outboard
$15000

Eric

ekositsin@hotmail.com

For Sale

Old wooden oar $30
Wooden canoe paddle $20
Beautiful wooden bench. Must see. 6?-foot long. Perfect for hallway or porch or entry way or? Light colour. Real wood. $75
Beautiful big flower pot full of thriving pink flowers. $40
Wooden handle wicker basket. $25
Medium Dog Crate. $50
Two leather Poang chairs. Excellent condition. Real wooden frame. $225 each. $400 for both. Very comfortable. Excellent quality. The leather is a cream off white colour.
Red corrugated Antique gas cans. $15
Chris
Text 2502520699