Art Show at Just Jake's, Duncan

Just a quick note to let everybody know that I am showing 33 paintings at the restaurant Just Jake's on Craig Street in Duncan from Sunday, May 10th (Mother's Day) until June 7th.

If I had to give the show a title I'd call it, "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly: Everything from the Last Year and a Half".

So if you are in Duncan and need a coffee break please stop by the restaurant and take a look. Was any progress made? Who knows. You tell me.

Michelle Merlindt

Press Release from BC Ferries: EV's

We're updating our policy to permit immobile, undamaged, or cosmetically damaged electric vehicles (EVs) to travel on ferries, following engagement with Transport Canada officials and discussions with industry experts.

Beginning on May 19, immobile EVs with no damage or minor cosmetic damage that does not compromise the vehicle’s frame or battery integrity will be permitted on board. This change applies to immobile EVs being towed or carried on board, not to EVs driven under their own power, which are permitted if they meet the requirements of BC’s Motor Vehicle Act.

We are committed to evolving responsibly as vehicle technologies change while maintaining rigorous safety standards.

Submitted by:
Thetis Island Vol. Fire Dept.

What's Fresh @ Jollity Farm? (+flower orders for Mother's Day!)

Open Saturday 10am -1pm

In time for Mother's Day, we have a limited amount of beautiful farm fresh bouquets available.

The spring colour theme is a mix of apricot orange with soft purples, towering white blossoms and textural greens.

Bouquets are $25 each. If you'd like to reserve, please send an email to orders@jollityfarm.ca

Local Asparagus is back! It's that wonderful time of year when Jean's freshly picked asparagus is available.

Enjoy the fresh harvest while it lasts. This quality of asparagus has no comparison with cheaper grocery store varieties traveling from far away. Not only do you get to treat yourself to a local delicacy grown organically but you support Thetis Island farmers and families at the same time. Win, win!

Spring salad greens galore!
Radish
Rhubarb
Arugula
Sprouts
Kale
Celery
Cabbage shoots
Beets
Cilantro
Snap Peas
Baby Cucumbers
Cherry tomatoes and
San Marzano tomatoes
and maybe more!

If you'd like bagels this week, we'll be picking up so please send your requests.

With thanks,

Jollity Farmers

Mission Rd Tree Danger Cleared

Thank you to Chris Call, who has felled the danger trees leaning above the road across from the Fire Hall frontage.

The hazard to vehicles and walkers has been cleared.

Thetis Island Vol. Fire Dept.

Afternoon Tea – Many Thanks & Farewell to Claire and Matt Hess

Sunday 31 May - 2:30 - 4:30pm - Forbes Hall

Mark your calendars to come and enjoy an afternoon with Claire and Matt Hess. Trade stories about all their amazing years of volunteering on Thetis.

Anyone remember seeing Matt with a ping pong ball hanging off hat? Claire has been our morning wake up news reporter with e-Spokes. The list goes on and on.

Join in the fun.

Hosted by multiple Thetis Island Community Groups.
Contact Lynne Smith slynne259@gmail.com

PAG Open for Visits During Daylight Hours

Hello everyone,

We’re delighted to share that the People’s Apothecary Garden (PAG), located at 62 North Cove Road, is now open for visits.

With thanks to Carolyn Askew for hosting the space, the garden now features over 60 medicinal plant species. May is an especially beautiful time to visit, as many of these plants come into full bloom.

As a ThINC demonstration garden, the PAG hosts seasonal workshops while also offering seasonal workshops and welcoming space for quiet exploration. A site map and plant information cards will soon be available at the entrance to guide your visit.

Before visiting, please note:
Staff may not be on site
Hazards may be present
Entry is at your own risk

Garden guidelines:
Stay on designated paths
Do not harvest or ingest plants
Supervise children at all times
Visit during daylight hours only

Please close the gate behind you.

Designated harvest hours will be offered when staff are present (times to be announced).

To learn more, contact Charlotte at charlotte@thetisislandnatureconservancy.org or visit our website: https://www.thetisislandnatureconservancy.org/people-s-apothecary-garden

We hope you enjoy the garden and thank you for helping keep it safe and welcoming for all.

Best,
Charlotte
ThINC Education and Stewardship Coordinator

Telegraph Harbour Marina Closed Wednesday

Hello all!

Renovations are wrapping up but need another day. We will be closed Wednesday. Looking forward to seeing you all soon!

If you have an emergency food need call Jen at 250-784-1624

Music Song Circle / Jam

Telegraph Harbour Marina, Thursday May 7, 7:30pm

Bring an instrument, your voice, and a tune you can lead.

Everyone welcome,
Maureen Loiselle

No Dangerous Goods

There is NO DG this Thursday.

Cheers,
Sharon

A Special Invitation: Help Transform Hospitals through Art!

Hi Dear Neighbors,

I am currently participating in the People’s Arts contest, and I would love to have your support. More than just a contest, this is an important platform to help my project, designed to transform clinical atmosphere of hospitals into spaces of calm, and serenity

How to vote: It’s quick and free. Simply click here: https://peoplesartist.org/2026/marcia-aftimus

By voting, you aren't just supporting me; you are helping to make hospital environments more human and welcoming. If you could vote and share this with someone who values art and well-being, I would be incredibly grateful!

With love and gratitude,
Marcia Aftimus

Campfire Ban coming for Coastal Fire Centre - Fire Danger Rises

A campfire ban is set to take effect across much of coastal B.C. later this week as dry conditions continue to elevate wildfire risk.

The BC Wildfire Service says open fire prohibitions will come into force Thursday at noon within the Coastal Fire Centre, which includes Vancouver Island, the Gulf Islands and the Lower Mainland.

The ban will apply to all categories of open burning, including campfires, backyard burning and industrial fires, with more specifics coming within the next one to two days, the fire centre said.

On Thetis Island, all solid fuel campfires (wood, briquettes etc.) will be banned and campfire permits cancelled. Propane campfire appliances will not be included in the ban at this time. This is the earliest the province has put a campfire ban in place in our region.

Kids’ Loaner Lifejacket Program Vandalized

The TIVFD Kids Don’t Float loaner lifejacket installation was vandalized recently.

Our member went to the Community Dock to hang the life jackets and found that two of the three decorative hooks had been torn off, and the third one was broken (guess they couldn’t rip that one entirely off).

So, we will be a little delayed in getting the lifejackets available for beach and dock safety.

If you have any information on who or why the vandalism was done, please contact the fire department.

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