Fire Hazard Update

That huge deluge we were expecting this past weekend registered 5 mm, or 1/5th of an inch (0.2”) of moisture.  That wasn’t enough to move the fire hazard rating significantly.  Rain has to soak into the forest floor fuels as well as the soil.

We are hoping the trend to lighter winds, higher humidities and real rain keeps up but we are still holding in EXTREME.  

We really appreciate your patience and thank you for your understanding.  The fire chief also needs to chainsaw firewood, split and chip, and spread gravel on the driveway so totally understands your impatience to get the fall chores done.  But listening to the fire scanner of the departments in the Cowichan Valley, they are going out daily for human caused bush fires because their citizens aren’t understanding the fire hazard.  We aren’t out of the woods yet.  

Thank you all for keeping our island safe.

Fire Chief J. Caldbeck   TIVFD 

PS. Please check if you have a spark screen on your chimney if you are using your indoor wood stove.  And never burn cardboard or paper…the embers fly and drift out of the chimney easily.

Provincial Campfire Ban Map

YOGA WITH KAREN - 9am - 10am, Tuesday, 7th September @ Forbes Hall

Looking forward to seeing you all for a detox flow on Tuesday, perfect after the long weekend!   

love

Karen

Karen Roff
Yoga Alliance E-RYT 500 hrs, YACEP
kareneroff@gmail.com

Toyota Corolla for Sale

I’m selling my mothers car. It is a 2015 Toyota Corolla LE with 27,750 K.  Never driven in winter, new tires, back up camera, heated seats, sips gas, mint condition. Last 6K from driving from Ontario to Thetis Island.  Can be viewed at 72A Marina drive.

Peter@246-8025, asking $16,000.

For Sale

12 Rubbermaid Hinged Top Totes, 114-L 

These are great for storage or for packing to move.

Sell for $16.00 ea at Canadian Tire.

These are used but are in good condition. $7.00 each or 12 for $75.

Call Sven - 250-710-9238

TICA Thanks Joe Lange and Emcon Services

The TICA Board would like to thank Joe and Emcon Services for donating and installing the driveway signage at the Forbes Hall Community Centre.

These signs will improve the flow of traffic in and out of the Hall.

Thanks so much.
TICA Board

Online Federal Candidates Environmental Debate: Cowichan-Malahat-Langford Riding

Candidates in the riding: Alistair MacGregor, NDP, Alana DeLong, Conservative, Blair Herbert, Liberal, Lia Versaevel, Green, and Mark Hecht, People’s Party
Date: September 8
Time: ​7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Locations: Facebook and Zoom
Register: ​www.eventbrite.ca/e/100-debates-on-climate-environment-in-cowichan-malahat-langford-riding-tickets-168329146007?aff=ebdssbeac
More Information: ​www.100debates.ca

Pine Sleigh Bed - Queen

IKEA Pine sleigh bed -  queen size  $80
Heather
250-246-8239
Memory foam topper also available

Yoga With Karen @ Forbes Hall - 9am - 10am, Saturday, 4th September

Slow flow Saturday at 9am, bring family/friends, great way to start the day for the long weekend!

Bring a mat, any props you may need, all donations are going towards the Hall.

Thanks everyone, looking forward to seeing you all again !

Love Karen
x

Karen Roff
Yoga Alliance E-RYT 500 hrs, YACEP
kareneroff@gmail.com

The Last Saturday Summer Market on Sunday!

Looking at the weather forecast for Saturday September 4th looks rather rainy and wet (and our tents leak). So, we have decided to have the last market on Sunday Sept 5th. Same time 10-2pm

By the way some vendors are going to set up both days but the majority of us will see you on Sunday.

Dora Wilson will be joining us this Sunday with her traditional Cowichan Sweaters made with local wool. Dora also makes mittens, toques, blankets, and vests.

Dora will also be selling flags and orange t-shirts with "Every Child Matters" logo. 

Note: Dora takes orders for sweaters, vests, toques etc. for Christmas gifts. Get your order in.

Thank you for your support.
Helen and Gloria
The Mermaids

Thetis Island Merchandise

Come to the market this Sunday and stock up on Thetis Island t-shirts and ball caps.

These shirts and caps make excellent gifts.

You will find a good selection of sizes and colors.

If you are unable to come to the market, or want your t-shirts before, or after the long weekend, simply e-mail me and arrange to pick up.

Thank you to everyone who has generously supported TICA and the Forbes Hall Community Centre through your purchases.

All proceeds benefit the Thetis Island Community Association

Ellen Rush

ellenrush@gmail.com

I will also have a small amount of hand dyed vintage table linens.

The sale of these linens will go to the Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign which is an initiative of the Stephen Lewis Foundation.

The Stephen Lewis Foundation is a non-governmental organization that assists AIDS- and HIV-related grassroots projects in Africa.

Last Market Day at the Pub!

This Saturday will be our last market of the summer! 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., as usual.
Come and say hi to your Thetis and Penelakut vendors before we pack up for the season.
Just follow the signs and find us behind the pub, under the pavilion.

Thank you all for your business this summer!

Mercy & Anaïs