Possible Cancellations: Chemainus - Penelakut Island - Thetis Island

Issued at 11:38 am Sunday:

As BC Ferries has been unsuccessful in securing the required number of crew to sail the Kuper, there is a potential risk of sailing cancellations for today, November 27. While our crewing teams are working hard to source replacements, the following sailings are at risk if they are unable to do so:

7:45 pm departing Thetis Island 
8:05 pm departing Penelakut
8:55 pm departing Chemainus 
9:30 pm departing Penelakut
9:50 pm departing Thetis Island 
10:30 pm departing Chemainus
11:05 pm departing Penelakut

We require a specific number of staff members on board the vessel to ensure the safety of our passengers in the unlikely event of an emergency and to comply with Transport Canada regulations. Should any sailings be impacted, we will notify customers via Service Notice as soon as the information is confirmed.

The decision to cancel a sailing in these circumstances is made when we have exhausted all options to find replacement staff. If circumstances change and replacement staff become available, we would notify customers immediately.

For the most up-to-date sailing and departure information, follow @BCFerries on Twitter, visit our Current Conditions webpage at www.bcferries.com or call us toll free at 1-888-223-3779.

We appreciate your patience and apologize for any inconvenience you may experience as a result of a cancellation.

New Design TICA Merchandise

New merchandise featuring an image of Maynard Johnny Jr.'s art installation will be available at Soup’s On this week and also at the Christmas Market Dec 3rd.

In 2020 Maynard was commissioned in the Spirit of Reconciliation to create a large exterior wall panel for the Forbes Hall Community Centre. The image of this artwork has been printed on black t-shirts, to copy the installation’s background.

All t-shirts are long sleeve and 100% cotton.
Proceeds Benefit TICA's Back into the Black Debt Reduction Program

To order contact Ellen Rush ellenrush@gmail.com

Soup’s On: Wednesday, November 30th at Forbes Hall

11:30 am until 1:00 pm (earlier if we run out!)
 
Gather at Forbes Hall for a very Thetis Island lunch!

Menu:
Winter Roasted Squash & Vegetable Soup (vegetarian, gluten-free)
Sourdough Bread
Assorted Goodies

Coffee & Teas

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!

Menu remainders for take-out when available.

See you Wednesday!

The Soup’s On Team

Vitals Clinic – Wednesday, November 30th - Forbes Hall

Every second Wednesday, a Vitals Clinic is held at Forbes Hall in the Care Station, coinciding with Soup’s On. 

Stop by the Care Station this Wednesday between 11 am and 1 pm to have your vital signs checked or to speak with community paramedic, Vinh Pham.

Forbes Hall Health Services Group

Christmas Market Menu

Saturday, December 3rd at Forbes Hall

Join us for hot & cold beverages and treats from the Beverage Station from 10:00am - 2:00pm

Stay for lunch and dessert! Served from 11:30 - 1:30 (as long as menu items last).

We're looking forward to a great Christmas Market this year - with over 30 vendors and great food!

Click image to view menu.

Tree Down at Fairyslipper Trail

A large fir has fallen across the north section of the Fairyslipper loop trail and taken several other trees with it. That section of the trail will be closed until further notice. A closure sign has been posted at the beginning of the loop.

Thank you for your understanding.

The ThINC Nature Reserve Management Team

Ride Share Needed

Hello, my name is Pamela McCarten and I live at 98 Hollyberry Lane.

I would like to attend the Christmas festival on the 3rd of December and also the one at Capernwray on the 5th of December.  I have no vehicle so was wondering if anyone from Hollyberry or out this way was attending either one and could offer me a ride. I can be reached at 587 439 7922 call, text or WhatsApp or email me pmccarten579@gmail.com. 

Thank you so much.

Many, Many, Friendly Thetis Printers

What a blessing our community is, I'm overwhelmed and humbled by the multitude of offers!!

Thanks to each and all for such immediate responses, it makes my heart sing!! 

The first responder will graciously supply my current printing need!

Again, I tip my hat in gratitude for each and every generous offer from my friendly Thetis Islanders!! 

You are All

Greatly appreciated
 

Greg Gall
gnpgall@gmail.com

Stamps for Cancer

I would like to thank all those who kindly contributed their USED POSTAGE STAMPS in response to my previous appeal.  Those stamps were delivered to the B.C. Cancer Society.  They in turn sell these donated stamps to help raise funds for children with cancer and research in British Columbia.

My last submission was an amazing 5+ pounds of stamps!!!  To date, $482,558.14 has been raised in British Columbia alone for these causes from the sale of the stamps.

I will be at the Christmas market this year at Forbes Hall as a vendor.  This would be a great opportunity for anyone who may be thinking of attending to drop off their used stamps.
There will be a sign at my table marked “ STAMPS FOR B.C.  CANCER SOC.”

Hoping for another 5 pounds plus!!!

Thank you in advance,
Terry Harvey

Capernwray Christmas Celebration

Last day to RSVP to come our celebration is today! Here is a link to RSVP. 

https://capernwrayharbour.formstack.com/forms/chrismas_walk_through

Please note that we have limited parking available on property.  

Thank you and looking forward to having you join us. 

Capernwray Harbour

Sunday Church

The "on screen" speaker this Sunday the 27th is Tim Keller
The topic is "Doing Justice and Mercy", Isaiah 58:1-14

10 AM at the Community Centre, all are welcome

Further info---Ernie 250-252-0144

Yellow Weather Notification for Upcoming Arctic Outbreak across B.C.

A prolonged period of cold weather is expected across B.C. beginning this Sunday, November 27th, 2022.

The cold conditions will be accompanied by strong winds over coastal B.C., and risk of low-elevation snow for the South Coast including Vancouver Island, the Lower Mainland, and the Sunshine Coast.

This Weather Notification is to provide preliminary guidance for advanced planning.

Fire Chief J. Caldbeck