Trail Work Party - Volunteers Welcome!

There will be a light-labour work party on Thursday from 9 to 11 a.m. on the Lawrence Trail, and we would welcome anyone who would like to help and learn about flood mitigation at the same time.  All the materials are in place, so no heavy labour is involved this time.  What tools might be handy to bring - shovels/rakes.

Trail Committee

TIRRA GM this Saturday, July 23rd 3PM

In the 2 e-spokes posting regarding the upcoming GM, we offered to answer questions submitted by July 17th and post results by July 20th. Two residents sent queries.

One query was for a more detailed summary of the three budget 2023 scenarios.

The second query had several points: 
- were small island comparables appropriate?
- was a local hauler/supplier considered?
- is a paid position to collect fees the best method?
- how were usage estimates arrived at?
and more.

A 3 scenario budget worksheet and a recap of the second query questions and responses is posted on the Community website on the Community tab>Waste Management:
http://www.thetisisland.net/tica-tirra/tirra-reports.htm

TIRRA Solid Waste Committee 

Pick up in Duncan or Nanaimo?

If you are going to a Thrifty’s in either town and are able to pick up a small package we would appreciate it. Our salad bags are back ordered so we need a few to see us through the week!

Call or text Elisabeth @ 250.415.0101
Thanks in advance :)

8' Zodiac / Tig Welder

8' Zodiac roll-up inflatable purchased new last October, put it in the water in March. Paid $1400 for it new. Zodiac brand, hypalon material, not PVC. Comes with oars, seat, and bag, no leaks, holes, or patches, Asking half price @ $700.00 Firm.

Thermal Arc Stick/Tig Inverter welding machine with 25' tig torch setup (torch, lines, regulator) and tank. Machine is a 120-volt inverter with stinger, ground, dvd, carrying case, and afore mentioned tig torch setup. Tank is a privately owned tank, just need to exchange at Air Liquide for full tank when required (welding gas is not free, requires purchase, but the tank exchange is free).

Asking price is $1200 Firm.
Art. 250 436 0770

Free to Air TV antennas

Received 12 channels at the marina. CTV, CHEK, GLOBAL, 7 from USA including MeTV, and MeTV+.
No subscription needed, just a compatible TV.
Email for pictures and prices. 
westcoastfloatie@gmail.com 
Art

Help to Install Propane

We are wanting to install a propane kitchen stove in place of our electric oven. Does anyone know of an installer that is capable of putting the propane lines into our house and advise us on propane tanks for outside. 

We currently have virtually  no cell service at our home. My phone number is (250) 202-3859. You can leave a message. Or email me at gaiaphilos@gmail.com. 

Thank you, 

Rob Patterson

Islands 2050 Engagement Results and Next Steps

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COVID Clinic

Thank you to all who responded to our poll on those needing a booster COVID vaccine. Recent work with VIHA indicates our next clinic will LIKELY be in late August or early September. We will keep you posted . 

Michelle Sutter, 

member Forbes Hall Health Services Group

Bake Sale Requests

The Bake Sale will be taking place alongside the Book Sale on July 30th and we are looking for contributions. Cakes, cookies, squares, scones, muffins, anything which can be packaged and sold is welcome. We ask that you bring it wrapped, priced and ready for sale.

Please let me know a bit ahead of time what you might be bringing.  
Liz Forseth at forseth@shaw.ca or 250-210-8886

Towing Needed

We are looking to hire someone to tow our 33ft 5th wheel trailer. 

Short distance, stays on Thetis. 

Email: hispho@e.email or phone at 250 210 6828. 

Thanks. 

Pierre and Yuka

YELLOW Weather Warning

A ridge of high pressure is building over B.C. this week and appears to be strengthening into early next week. It will bring an extended period of hot and dry weather.

• The areas most likely to reach Heat Warning criteria are the Central and Southwestern Interior, South Coast, and inland sections of the North and Central Coasts.
• There is a chance of marginally reaching criteria this week; however, a greater likelihood early next week. It is yet uncertain how high temperatures may climb next week.
• Generally, daytime high temperatures are expected to reach the mid to high 30s in the Southwestern Interior, and high 20s or low 30s along parts of the Coast and Central Interior.
• Overnight lows are expected to be in the mid to high teens.
• It is yet unclear how long the heat may persist.
• Several weather models indicate a weak upper level disturbance moving through Washington State on Friday (July 22) which could limit temperatures for southern B.C. and may produce thunderstorms and associated lightning.

TIVFD

The World’s Best Book & Bake Sale - July 30th

Join the community at our Library’s annual fundraiser!

10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Books, Books and more Books!  Won’t find a better deal anywhere on the planet!

Find some fabulous treats at the Bake Sale - contributions from many islanders. Nibbles for when you read all those books you bought!

Forbes Hall $1 Store: Hot and Cold Beverages, Ice Cream Sandwiches and to-go Baking. 

Everything is priced at $1 - so enjoy! 

Bring the family and friends for an inexpensive BBQ Lunch starting at 11:30 am.

Hamburgers and Veggie Burgers with lots of fixings & a bag of chips - only $7.

This Annual Event has been ongoing for years - thanks to a greatly supportive community!

See you then...