Update to Upcoming Telus Community Information Session - April 13

Greetings to the Thetis Island Community!

Our team at TELUS is looking forward to our upcoming TELUS PureFibre Community Information Session at the Community Hall on April 13. If you are unable to attend that session and are interested in learning more about TELUS PureFibre services and how you can get connected, please contact us at our new dedicated email address for Thetis Island residents and business owners:

Thetis@telus.com 

We will respond to your inquiries promptly and will be able to answer any of your questions about TELUS PureFibre services to your residence or business on Thetis Island.  

We look forward to hearing from you soon!

Darin Wong

Senior Strategy Manager - Local Government Initiatives 

TELUS

Thetis Community Assembly Agenda

Here is the agenda for the upcoming Assembly meeting on April 15th at 7:00 pm at Forbes Hall.

The public is welcome to attend.

TCA AGENDA 2024 04 15

Ann Dickie

Thetis Island Accommodation Inquiry - Telus Team - April 14th - 30th

Hello all,

We will be looking to have a number of our technicians on Island for a number of weeks, to ensure we best support our PureFibre launch, and connect as many residents as possible. I was curious if the collective may have suggestions and leads on suitable housing/accommodations for our team members? 

We would be looking for the following:

2- or 3-bedroom cabin/home/B&B – Bathroom - Full kitchen

We look forward to hearing from you and seeing everyone on island.

Thank you.

Regards,

Tyler Woods

Manager – Community & Service Excellence,

Customer Solutions Delivery – Nanaimo/Ladysmith/Duncan/Cowichan Valley
Mobile 250-882-7665

Electrical Safety for Homeowners: Wednesday April 17th

7:15-9:15 at Forbes Hall

The Forbes Hall Health Services Group has arranged to have Tom Nezil come over to give a talk on electrical safety for homeowners. This talk is part of a program sponsored by BC Hydro. Tom does an annual presentation to local firefighters (including TIVFD). Details on the talk will come in upcoming posts. 

See you there.
If you have any questions, please contact:

David Reay    778-899-3216 or davidreay@telus.net

Forbes Hall Health Services Group

Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) Talk

May 8th, 7:00-8:00 Forbes Hall

Adam Sandell is a GP and medical advisor to the BC Ministry of Health on MAID, and he provides teaching and training on MAID. He’ll be giving a talk and answer questions on MAID eligibility, law and practicalities.

Canada’s medical assistance in dying (MAID) law seeks to respect personal autonomy for those seeking access to MAID, while at the same time protecting vulnerable people and the equality rights of all Canadians.

For further information please contact

David Reay, 778-899-3216 davidreay@telus.net

Ann Dickie dickie.ann@gmail.com

Forbes Hall Health Services Group

Volunteers Needed to help with Gardening at Forbes Hall Community Centre

TICA is looking for a group of volunteers to help with the gardens at the hall.

Usual tasks through the year:
· Trimming the decorative grasses in spring before the new growth.
· Cutting back the previous year’s growth on the perennial plants.
· Weeding the various garden areas, including the herb gardens at the back of the hall.
· Hand-watering as required. There is an irrigation system for most gardens.
· In the fall, some plants may need to be moved, divided or replaced.
· TICA is also looking for a volunteer or volunteers to mow the grassy areas of the Hall
grounds. This volunteer would need to have their own lawn mower or trimmer.

TICA hopes that there would be enough volunteers to share the work that needs to be done.
Working in pairs is always an enjoyable exercise.

The gardens are low-maintenance, but this doesn’t mean no-maintenance.

Looking forward to hearing from some happy gardeners to keep the Forbes Hall looking
wonderful!

If you have a few hours per month and you enjoy gardening, please contact Don Sinclair @ sinry@telus.net

Thanks!

Thank you to the Mount Burchell hiker who found my friend's dropped, grey toque and placed it on the entry gate post.

That was thoughtful.

Vicki Walker

Misc. for Sale

Bikes:

Brodie Quantum mountain bike... front suspension, great condition $350
Kona Lava Dome front suspension mountain bike “Tween” sized $100
CCM Orion Ladies cruising road bike $100

Low-table Teak finished, 30”x24”x10” tall. Add a cushion and it’s an ottoman. $50

Wood Lathe and accessories:

Nova Comet variable speed/reversible 12”x 16” with misc. accessories $175
General low speed grinder for sharpening chisels c/w Wolverine sharpening jigs $150
Package price $300.

Photos available or to view contact

roneleanorv@gmail.com text 778 839 6728

TELUS PureFibre Community Information Session

Join Us for the Thetis Island TELUS PureFibre Community Information Session!

Date: April 13, 2024

Time: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Location: Forbes Hall Community Centre

Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn about and sign up for TELUS PureFibre services. Discover the benefits of TELUS PureFibre and how it can enhance your connectivity experience. The TELUS team will be available to answer your questions and assist you with the sign-up process.

You will also have an opportunity to learn about exclusive promotions and discounts that our team will have available at the event.

Refreshments: Enjoy complimentary refreshments while you learn about TELUS PureFibre!

We hope to see you there!

The Fire Permit Process

Thank you all whom are successfully using the on-line Fire Permit process atwww.thetisislandfire.ca.  Some people, however, are having difficulties with or misunderstanding the on-line form. You MUST agree to having read and understood the restrictions, and by doing so you are taking responsibility for your safe burns. If you do not answer the question, then that will delay the process of receiving the fire permit.

You need to describe the type of fire you wish to ignite…campfire or yard waste. If you do not state which (or both) types of fire, then that will delay the permit process.

And lastly, our volunteer Auxiliary Communications & Engagement Officer (Veronica Shelford) has many other obligations and responsibilities as well as life’s daily activities besides processing fire permits, so PLEASE request a permit a few days ahead of your need if possible. Don’t expect a permit to be processed on the morning of your request, although Veronica diligently tries to do so. 

Thank you.

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

Plant of the Week #2 - Purple Deadnettle

Our second Plant of the Week is purple deadnettle. This little fella (Lamium purpureum) is indeed considered an invasive and can be found growing all around Thetis Island at this time of the year but is edible and has various medicinal properties!

Link to the ThINC website for plant card:

https://www.thetisislandnatureconservancy.org/single-post/plant-of-the-week

Soup’s On: Wednesday, April 10th at Forbes Hall – Last One of the Season!

11:30 am until 1:00 pm (earlier if we run out!)

Gather at Forbes Hall for a very Thetis Island lunch!

Menu: 

• New England Clam Chowder
• Creamy Corn Chowder GF Veg
• Buttermilk Cornbread, with butter and honey
• Assorted Goodies
• Teas and Coffee

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

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!

Thanks to all the volunteers and guests – all of you continue to make Soup’s On a big success!

Menu remainders for take-out when available.

The Soup’s On Team