Thetis Island, BC
Canada
49oN x 123o40'W
Early Winter
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
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ROBBIE BURNS NIGHT
January 25, 2026
Forbes Hall
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SOUP'S ON
Wednesdays
11:30 - 1:00
Forbes Hall
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Thetis Island Community Association
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Who's Who of Thetis Pets Registry
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Friday, May 15, 2020 at 12:34PM Someone has left their rain jacket at the Forbes Hall Construction site.
Please contact Greg Gall @ gnp.gall@gmail.com to identify it, and claim.
Thank you.
Friday, May 15, 2020 at 12:33PM Friday, May 15, 2020 at 12:32PM If you didn't already know, then we'd like to share info about the wonderful project that is in its second year at Jollity. Presenting the Allotment Farm Co-op Project! A group of approx. 10 hard-working islanders are working cooperatively to grow their own food on a farm plot. While we often just work side by side, there are times when bigger projects need all hands on field, shovel and fork. We will be working together on a new plot, spring seeded with cover crop, to create a No-Dig garden for squash & potatoes.
We are collecting as much newspaper as possible in time for Wednesday, May 20. If you have newspaper to contribute, we will leave totes in the lower trail parking lot, plus by the egg box along the Jollity driveway. We appreciate your contributions!
Friday, May 15, 2020 at 12:30PM Starting Thursday 14th of May
Thetis Island Marina Resort is now open for take out food only.
Hours this week are 11:30 til 7:00 pm Thursday ,Friday, Saturday and Sunday this week.
we will keep you up dated, Limited Menu.
Looking forward to seeing you.
Thursday, May 14, 2020 at 10:29PM Departing Chemainus 6:55AM
Departing Thetis10:40AM
Apologies in advance if this creates an inconvenience.
Thank you,
Ann Dickie
Forbes Hall Project
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 at 1:04PM BC bats not to blame for COVID-19; in fact, Bats need OUR help.
BC Annual Bat Count contributes to surveillance for white-nose syndrome across the province
For Immediate Release
May 11 2020
Thetis Island, BC
The COVID-19 pandemic has shone a negative spotlight on bats, due to concerns over BC bats carrying the virus. This association is a myth - bats in BC do not have or spread the SARS-CoV-2 virus responsible for COVID-19. Misinformation such as this can lead to unfounded fear and persecution of bats.
In reality, bats are an essential part of our ecology, consuming many insect pests each night. Bats in BC suffer from many threats, and almost half of our 15 species are ‘at-risk’. One of the more familiar species, the Little Brown Myotis, is now listed as Endangered in Canada.
A simple way to support bats including the Little Brown Myotis is to participate in the BC Annual Bat Count this June. The BC Community Bat Program is requesting colony reports and volunteer assistance for this citizen-science initiative that encourages residents to count bats at local roost sites.
Bat counts are easy, fun, and safe, not to mention vital for monitoring bat populations. “The counts are a wonderful way for people to get outside, respect social distancing guidelines, and be involved in collecting important scientific information” says biologist Mandy Kellner, coordinator of the BC Community Bat Program. Volunteers wait outside a known roost site, such as a bat-box, barn, or attic, and count bats as they fly out at twilight. Ideally, 1 - 2 counts are done between June 1 and 21 before pups are born, and 1 - 2 more between July 11 and August 5 when pups are flying.
In 2019, the Annual Bat Count collected baseline data on bat populations at 337 sites across the province, and hopes to monitor these sites and more for 2020. The count data helps bat biologists understand bat distribution and normal variation in colony sizes before our bats face impacts from a devastating bat disease called White-nose Syndrome.
White-nose syndrome is an introduced fungal disease, fatal for bats but not for other animals or humans. Not yet identified in BC, the disease continues to spread in Washington State, less than 200 km from our border. Results from the Bat Count may help prioritize areas in BC for research into treatment options and recovery actions.
“We know relatively little about bats in BC, including basic information on population numbers” continues Kellner. “This information is more valuable than ever, particularly if it is collected annually. If people want to get involved but don’t have a roost site on their property, we will try to match them with a roost site nearby.” The Annual Bat Counts offer a safe way to learn about bats and share knowledge, while contributing to bat conservation efforts.
Funded by the Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation, the Forest Enhancement Society of BC, and the Habitat Stewardship Program and your local funders, and with support of the BC Conservation Foundation and the Province of BC, the BC Community Bat Program provides information for people dealing with bat issues on their property or who have questions about how to attract bats. To find out more about bat counts or white-nose syndrome, to report a dead bat, or to get assistance dealing with bat issues, visit www.bcbats.ca and call your Thetis Island Community Bat Program Coordinator – Rob Welsh 250-246-1547 or rmwelsh@telus.net
More factual information about bats, the SARS-CoV-2 virus, and COVID-19 is available at:
Townsend’s Big-eared Bats live on Thetis and are one of the species counted during the BC Annual Bat Count. Photo: Aimee Mitchell
Bats emerge from a roost site at dusk. Photo: Sunshine Coast Wildlife Project.
Map of bat count sites across BC. BC Community Bat Program.
WNSSpreadMap_8_30_2019: Current map of WNS in North America. www.whitenosesyndrome.org
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 at 1:03PM Hair trimmer! Remington.
Complete with guides and guard, scissors and case.
Great for you or your pet depending on who needs a haircut more ;)
$35.00
U-built from Chevy S10 box
Heavy-duty tongue. Extra leaf springs. Good for yard of gravel (3000lb).
Don't know year. Excellent tires. Spare tire and rim included.
$500.00 firm
Chrisn Fordham
Text 2502520699
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 at 1:03PM BC COVID-19 SPEAK: Your story, our future is a population health survey to elicit citizen experience, knowledge and actions during the COVID-19 pandemic. This survey is the first of several activities that will strengthen our pandemic response and our understanding of the impacts of COVID-19 to date (social, economic, mental wellness and community wellness).
The survey will be open until May 31.
http://www.bccdc.ca/health-info/diseases-conditions/covid-19/covid-19-survey
Provincial Health Services Authority
PHSA plans, coordinates and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province.
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 at 1:02PM Is anyone interested in the back issues of the following magazines before I turf them:
1. Home Workshop. (about 70 copies)
2. Canada's History, formerly called The Beaver (about 100 copies)
3. Canadian Gardening (about 70 copies)
4. Canadian Geographic (about 25 copies)
5. Readers Digest (last 4 years)
All are in excellent condition, (not smelly) and the white IKEA magazine boxes
are free with most of them, except Readers Digest.
Call or email Donna: 250-246-3141 donnastadt@gmail.com
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 at 1:01PM We're looking to buy a kid sized open kayak.
We're also hoping to find a size 8 kid's wetsuit.
If anyone has one they want to get rid of/sell, let us know.
Thank you!
Janelle
403-613-7668
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 at 12:59PM Marylyn, is happy to announce her opening Victoria Day Weekend, Saturday, May 16th from 10 to 4.
All Safety Guidelines will be followed.
Fresh pies, cinnamon buns, and other baked goods will be available.
If you would like to order ahead, please call MARYLYN 250-246-2650 or email mcpegg22@gmail.com
Thanks
Stay well!
Marylyn
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 at 12:58PM Fire officials are reporting an uptick in serious home fires during the pandemic, many from unattended cooking.
There is also a warning for people not to use a microwave to sterilize face masks or other personal protective equipment.
Microwave ovens are not designed to heat cloth or paper-like materials, so there is a risk of the mask overheating and catching fire.
TIVFD
