Sunday Church

The speaker this Sunday the 22nd is David Banks.

Stories of Jesus from John ch 6 &7.

10 AM at the Community Centre, all are welcome.

Further info---Ernie 250-252-0144

Cool Girls Nature Club

Hello brave women,

Since we’ve had hundreds of new cold-water “guests” visiting our usual swim spots lately (very large, very vocal ones 😄), we’re changing things up a little.

We’ll meet at the boat launch Saturday morning at 9:00 a.m. and walk to a quieter beach nearby. 

Fun fact: Like sea lions, we’re not meant to do this alone, dipping together helps our nervous systems calm and connect.

This is a women’s low-pressure gathering, a relaxed, supportive space to just be as you are. Come sit on the beach, sip your tea, and simple be, or dip, swim, paddle, wetsuit, bathing suit, or birthday suit, all welcome.

Come exactly as you are.

A little ocean time, a little connection, a little courage, that’s all this is.

And honestly… why not jump in? 

Warmly,

Elite

Veterinary Visit

Hi,

The next veterinary visit will be Saturday, March 28th. For an appointment please contact Dr Martin Randle on 250 436 0045 and or otterspool1969@gmail.com

I appear to have mislaid my blue receipt book at the Preedy Harbour ferry line up last Sunday. Did anyone find it?

Many thanks, 

Dr Martin Randle

What's Fresh @ Jollity Farm?

Fancy fragrant Narcissus

Salad

Kale

Mixed braising greens

Broccoli

Cauliflower

Cabbage

Brassica shoots

Rutabaga

Onion

Cilantro

Parsley

Spinach

Sunflower and pea shoots

Eggs

Some extra bagels and bread

Kombucha - Nettles and Petals

With thanks,

Jollity Farmers

Paint Night – April 24th

Ladysmith Yacht Club is having a Paint night on April 24th, they have invited us to share this day with them. We have room for 6 people. I have a registration form at the Pub for the first 6 people to sign up. The cost is $60.00 per Person. You get a special piece of reclaimed wood (first come first serve for the wood).

Artist is Sandy from Artistical You Between 6-9pm Friday April 24th.

Payment is to be made at the time of Registration by Cash or e-transfer.

Thanks

Thetis Island Marina

Community Invasive Plant Drop-Off (Sat, March 28)

Like last year, community members are welcome to drop off their invasive plants at the Fairyslipper Forest parking lot. Chipping is the safest and most effective way to manage invasive plants - please don’t burn or leave plants on-site, as burning can release toxic gases and many plants will resprout if left.

Drop-off date: Saturday, March 28
Drop-off time: 9:00 - 11:00 AM
Chipping time: 1:00 PM

Suggested donation: $80 per long-box pickup truck load.

Please note: Do not bring materials with seeds or berries, as these can spread new invasive plants.

To help us estimate quantities, please let us know if you plan to participate by emailing info@thetisislandnatureconservancy.org.

If you aren’t able to drop off your materials, you can arrange a pickup directly with David Reay at davidreay@telus.net

Thank you for helping protect our island habitats!

Charlotte

Education and Stewardship Coordinator, ThINC

SOAS Announcement

This is to announce that School Orchards Africa will be holding its fundraiser on Friday, May 1.

We're planning the usual potluck dinner, entertainment and silent auction. Remember us when you're sorting through your treasures for the yard sale. And if you're interested in performing, please come forward.

Email us at: sunrisegrail@gmail.com
Maureen and Wayne

Tide Tables in the Q

Please note there is an error in the March listings for the tides as shown on the quarterly report.

The days for March only as listed are 1 day behind the actual day. Not sure how this relates to the actual tide heights.

Wayne

Missing Orange Cat? Dingley Dell Community Trail

For the last week or so we've seen a large orange cat hanging around the rock areas where the trail intersects with the boardwalk valley crossing. It seems like it might be hiding out underneath some of the big rock overhangs regularly, as the dogs get pretty excited around the same spot everyday. Our dogs are on leash through this area but it crosses into the off leash spots close by, so we want to be sure the cat will be safe.

Is your cat missing, or maybe it's just a brave adventurous cat who lives nearby and likes to wander around here?

Thanks Elisabeth & Noah @ Jollity
250.415.0101

Firewood for Sale

Mixed cord of firewood $350
Call or text Doug 778-936-9196

Specialty Narcissus Bouquets

Our beautiful specialty narcissus (daffodil) flowers are ready to share. We are offering a special deal for islanders: a mixed bunch of cream, pink and yellow double and unique blooms (20 stems) for $15. Fill a vase and watch as they open and change colours! 

Please contact aimee (dot) vand@gmail.com or text 250.889.9723 to place an order for pick up Friday or Saturday at the farm kiosk. Bring spring into your home!

Thetis Island Improvement District AGM and Election

The Thetis Island Improvement District (TIID) will be holding its Annual General Meeting and Trustee Election on Saturday May 9th, 2026, at 11 AM at Forbes Hall Community Center. 

Trustees Graeme Shelford and Keith Rush terms are up this year, and they both will be standing for re-election.

Anyone wishing to seek election as a trustee must obtain an expression of interest form from Anne-Marie Koeppen (gotoannemarie@hotmail.com) and make a submission of interest to her no later than 12 noon on Friday April 3rd, 2026.

If necessary, there will be an advance poll on Saturday April 25th, 2025, at Forbes Hall from 10 AM to 12 noon, in addition to the voting opportunity at the AGM.

To be eligible to stand for the position of trustee and or vote in an Improvement District election you must be a Canadian citizen, 18 years or older, a resident of BC for at least 6 months prior to the vote and own land in the Improvement District.

Keith Rush, Chair

Board of Trustees

Thetis Island Improvement District