Ride to Duncan Still Needed

Looking for a ride for two people to Duncan tomorrow (Monday) morning. 

Yuka and Pierre,

250 210 6828 or hispho@e.email.

Thanks

Recommendation Request

Looking for someone to remove old insulation from our attic.  

The job could include disposal of the insulation or we can take care of that ourselves. 

Thanks in advance!

Emily  mlmcvr9@gmail.com

ThINC Thetis Island Food Mosaic

Good weekend Islanders, 

The first iteration of the Thetis Island Food Mosaic is now publicly active!  Please take a tour through the page and feel free to give us feedback (in person, on Facebook, or by email).  The formatting for the phone still needs work, so please use a computer when viewing. 

Over the next two months the ThINCpod will be adding more producers and distributors to the map, as well as sites/facilities for Food Education (e.g. processing and gardening workshops, talks, etc).  We also plan to include a number of resources to the Food Mosaic, including a page describing the edible plants of Thetis Island; a plant hardiness zone guide for TI; and a how-to on composting.  Lastly, if you are interested in participating as one of our Food Security Champions, please send us a short write-up (~200 words) describing what you are doing to be more food secure, why it is important to you, and a photo of your garden/farm! 

Food Mosaic: https://thetisislandnc.wixsite.com/thinc/food-mosaic-test

Thank you!

The ThINCpod

SEVERE Weather Notification: Thick Smoke Event Southern BC September 11-14, 2020

What's Fresh @ Jollity Farm?

Open Saturday 10-1 plus a table at the last Marina market of the season!

Salad

Kale

Chard

Fennel

Leeks

Basil

Tomatoes

Eggplant

Sweet Peppers

Melons

Tomatillo

Ground Cherry

Beans

Free Range Eggs

Kunekune Salami

Goat Pepperoni

Wanted to Buy: Log Peavey

Wanted to buy: Log Peavey

Please text or call 

Jim 604.534.1635

Kitchen Gadgets For Sale

KitchenAid Stand Mixer Artisan Mini Series Candy Red 3.5QT

-comes with bowl and 3 attachments asking $200

Instapot Viva 6QT Red asking $150

Oster Blender Pink $15

Oster Electric Grill $15

Pasta Roller (Rollecta-64 by Marca Depositata)

-made in Italy missing the handle $10

Bright Red Wok $10

Mindy Thorne

7785836696

Last Saturday Market at the Pub

Today is the last market of the season!

Come by and check out our baked goods, art and produce between 10 am and 2 pm (about) at the Thetis Island Marina & Pub.

Thank you for your continued support this summer!

The market crew

Smoke Warning for Southern Vancouver Island

Issued: September 11th, 2020 at 16:30 PDT

Timing:

·          Friday September 11th to Monday September 14th

Key Points: 

·        Smoke primarily originating from the western United States will persist for the South Coast and spread to the Southern Interior this weekend, and possibly the Central Interior

·        The Air Quality Health Index (AQHI) is expected to be frequently 10+

·        The concerning component is fine particulate matter from smoke. 

·       Some people are at higher risk of health effects from wildfire smoke, including those with asthma, COPD, heart disease, diabetes, or acute respiratory infections such as COVID-19. Pregnant women, infants, young children, and older adults may also be more affected.

·       During a wildfire, smoke conditions can change quickly and concentrations can vary considerably hour by hour.

·        Outlook: Conditions may improve on the coast starting early next week. However, there may be other smoke events in the coming weeks. 

ACTION:  Reduce or limit outdoor activity during smoky periods.  Children, the elderly and respitory-compromised  persons should stay indoors if possible.  Limit strenuous activity.  If you experience coughing or throat irritation, cease your activity and stay indoors.

Thetis AIR QUALITY STATION: Go to www2.purpleair.com for the air quality readings from the station at the Thetis Island school.  They are updated every 10 minutes and although are only reading air from that location, you can get a good idea of the air quality around the island. (Green is good, purple is very bad).

You can also get an idea of where the smoke is coming from and going to by checking the map at www.firesmoke.ca.  

Environment Canada and TIVFD 

TIVFD

Forbes Hall Expansion Update: Construction ~ September 10, 2020

Thetis Island Community Association

The calendar flipped to a new page, and here we are already in mid-September.  How did that happen so quickly? The hall is currently being sided, the final painting of soffits is underway, and with the metal siding arriving this week, the project moves forward towards the completion of the exterior. The outward appearance of Forbes Hall is changing before our eyes, and it is great to see something other than plywood and house-wrap.  The crew is so dedicated to doing good work, which is a true reflection on the capable abilities and leadership shown by Michel Poirier.

Excavation for the septic tanks has been completed with the new tanks installed.  It was important to get the tanks into the massive holes before the fall rains arrive.  All remaining work on the septic field can be completed later. The change in weather is going to come eventually, and getting most of the outside work done, as well as getting Forbes Hall to lock-up, is imperative.

All expenditures are weighed between the best choice for the years to come, logistics, design, and budgeted costs. Many of the early estimates of last spring now show increased material costs. These cost-increases all require reduced spending within Phases that have not yet begun, a reality to be contended with.  We are thankful that the majority of the build behind us, as these are not easy decisions.  The finalizing of materials that may seem inconsequential in the overall scheme of things, such as the type of doors, are given full consideration every step of the way. Timing is everything, as critical decisions are made for items where it makes the most sense to spend money on now, and changing their scheduled place within the original phasing, as sometimes changing the order creates a more efficient build.  All of this is part of the ongoing work that happens behind the scenes.  

Finishing the hall is now within sight, and the community’s support continues to be integral to the completion of the project. This past year and a half without Forbes Hall has weakened our social fabric. Having the hall available will be of great benefit to the community, and even with COVID-19 protocols in place, we will once again be able to gather.  

Tours continue to be held:

Please contact Ann Dickie, Teresa Moore, Tatiana Nemchin, Ellen Rush, or Don Sinclair if you’d like to book a tour on a weekend or late afternoon through September. Project Committee members will walk you through the hall and answer any questions you may have. 

Thank you to our crew, Michel, Chad, Liam, Mark, and Mike, we appreciate your days on the project and the professionalism of your work.

Forbes Hall Expansion Project - Moving Forward Thanks to Our Community.

Weekend Fire Weather Forecast

With a strong upper high overhead and a weak outflow trough at the surface holding for Wednesday through Friday, the weather will be remarkably the same. Afternoon highs continue in the high 20s or low 30s, afternoon humidity drops to 15 to 25%, light morning outflows probably less than 10 km/h are replaced by light inflows also around 10 km/h and no chance of any rainfall for a pleasant late summer spell.

Friday - Sunday: The ridge does weaken somewhat later this week but its still very strong and the fair weather easily continues into Saturday and likely Sunday as well, although the afternoon temperatures will fall off a few degrees. Also, as the ridge weakens over the weekend the winds will increase a little in the afternoon with inflow breezes start picking up to 15 km/h range both Saturday and Sunday

TIVFD

September is Recruitment Month

Traditionally September is recruitment month for fire departments in BC.  Thetis Island Volunteer Fire Dept. welcomes your interest in joining us to train and work together as a team for the emergency needs of your community.  You do not have to be an athlete or a weightlifter.  We welcome women and men with a wide range of life experiences, and we also  have a Junior Fire Fighter program for 15 to 18 year olds.  You might be new to the island or have now retired here after years of seasonal visits, or have lived here for years.  Our team is happy to meet you.

You must be able to commit to attending training nights from 7 pm to 9 pm each Wednesday, rain or shine.  A sense of humour is optional but handy. 

Even if you have never thought of yourself as firefighter-material before, consider that other ordinary Thetis Islanders are already members and making a difference in the lives of residents and visitors in need.  Please E-mail recruitment@thetisislandfire.ca and we will contact you to answer your questions.

TIVFD