Looking to Buy

Looking to buy: approximately 4-foot offcut of 1/2 inch galvanized Mooring chain.

Call 250 246-4968 or text 250 710-5801
Jamie

Wanted Space for Riding

Hi I am Saffron!

Many of you know me since I’ve lived here since I was a toddler.

I’m now 18 years old and I’m looking to see if anyone on the island has a relatively flat field or space that I could ride my horse on?

I am fully insured for horseback riding and so I would be covered for any accidents or damages etc.

Ideally I’d like to set up jumps and barrels for practicing this show season in a flat area that is at least 100 feet by 50 feet. I would be riding for about an hour or two at a time, two to three times per week.

If it’s a nice enough space that would be easy to work in I would gladly pay to use it, or even trade/barter for chores, labour or whatever you may be looking for.

Thanks for your consideration!

Email: saffronbelize@gmail.com
Phone: 250-606-1438

You’re Invited – No Ordinary Weekend at Pioneer Pacific

Starting Friday morning and running through until Sunday, we’re hosting “No Ordinary Weekend” at Pioneer Pacific Bible Camp on Thetis Island — and we’d love for you to join us.

Whether you already have a relationship with Jesus or are simply curious about what Christians believe, this weekend is for anyone looking for something real. It’s a chance to explore the foundations of our faith in a way that’s honest, welcoming, and down-to-earth.

We believe that Jesus is not about guilt or religion — He’s about freedom, truth, and a loving relationship with each of us. Come and see why we believe He is our Saviour, and what it means to truly know Him.

There’s no cost to attend. All meals are included, and afternoons are open for rest, reflection, or enjoying the beauty of the island.

No pressure. Just come as you are. 

Shelley And Dennis

Province Shuts Down Open Burning in the Coastal Fire Centre FRIDAY

The Province is banning Category 2 (Yard Waste) and Category 3 (machine piles etc.) burning in the Coastal Fire Centre region (includes Thetis Island) at NOON, FRIDAY MAY 30th.

Thetis Island Yard Waste Permits will be cancelled at that time.

Fireworks; as defined in the Fireworks Act;
Binary Exploding Targets;
Burn Barrels or Burn Cages of any size or description;
Controlled air incinerators
Air curtain burners; and
Carbonizers

This prohibition does not apply to Category 1 (Campfires) that are a half-metre high by a half-metre wide or smaller, or to cooking stoves that use gas, propane or briquettes. Anyone lighting a campfire must maintain a fireguard by removing flammable debris from around the campfire area and have a hand tool or at least 8 litres of water available nearby to properly extinguish the fire. Thetis Island solid fuel Campfire Permits will still be required after May 30th until a complete ban is put in place.

Anyone found in contravention of an open fire prohibition may be issued a Provincial violation ticket for $1,150, required to pay an administrative penalty of up to $10,000 or, if convicted in court, fined up to $100,000 and/or sentenced to one year in jail. If the contravention causes or contributes to a wildfire, the person responsible may be ordered to pay all firefighting and associated costs.

The Coastal Fire Centre covers all the area west of the height of land on the Coast Mountain Range from the U.S.-Canada border at Manning Park, including Tweedsmuir South Provincial Park in the north, the Sunshine Coast, the Lower Mainland, Vancouver Island, the Gulf Islands and Haida Gwaii.

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

Next Veterinary Visit Wednesday, June 4th

The next veterinary visit to the island will be on Wednesday, June 4th.
For an appointment please contact Dr Martin Randle in 250 436 0045 or email wellpetsvets@hotmail.com

Thank You for Joining Us at the Sea Life Centre Launch!

We want to extend a big thank you to everyone who came out to the launch of the new Sea Life Centre last Saturday at Telegraph Harbour Marina - it was a great success! We’re so grateful to all who attended and to the many people who helped make this special event possible.

We're excited to share that the Sea Life Centre is now open every day for drop-in visits, and every Saturday from 1PM - 3PM we'll have staff on hand and fun activities for all ages. Be sure to check eSPOKES each week for details on that Saturday’s featured activity!

Whenever you visit, we kindly ask that you help us protect our marine ambassadors and keep the Sea Life Centre a safe, respectful space for everyone:
- Maximum of six visitors at a time inside the Sea Life Centre
- Wash your hands in the bucket outside the door to remove lotions, sunscreen, and other contaminants
- Use pinky fingers only when touching the animals in the lower tray
- No hands in the large aquarium
- Please be gentle - no poking or lifting the animals
- Leave the Centre tidy and make sure to close the door behind you

Thank you for your ongoing support - we look forward to seeing you soon!

Warm regards,

Charlotte,

ThINC Education and Stewardship Coordinator

More Pollinator Starts for Sale

I’ve got some a few more climate/pollinator friendly starts for sale in 4” pots, $7 each. Please email aimee.vand@gmail.comto order. Pick up at Jollity farm kiosk.

Sweet wormwood: An annual medicinal herb / flower that likes full sun, well-drained soil and tolerates dry conditions once established. Tall plants with sweet smelling feathery foliage and yellow blooms that are great fresh or dried in flower arrangements. An annual that will self-seed if allowed.

Yellow Tree Lupin: Native to the pacific northwest this hardy woody perennial has a tall bushy habit and abundant bright yellow scented flowers that pollinators love. Drought tolerant and low maintenance once established.

Sea Holly: A few more of these bee favourite perennials available. Sea Holly is easily recognized by its gorgeous iridescent blue spiky flowers. Easy to grow and drought-tolerant once established.

Sprouted Dahlias:
Potted up sprouting dahlias ready to transplant or keep in the pot. They are either orange or pink. ($15 each)

Aimee

Thank You Meadow Valley Strata!

Thank you, Meadow Valley Strata property owners for allowing the Thetis Island public to traverse your private road during the Hydro Lines Down emergency overnight on Pilkey Point Road.

Thetis residents do understand that as owners, you must pay for your gravel road upkeep and that vehicle speeds must be kept to a minimum for safety and road maintenance.

Thank you for opening the gate to allow drivers to get home and also to get to the ferry in the morning.

Thetis Island Vol. Fire Dept.

What's Fresh @ Jollity Farm?

Open Saturday 10-1

Salad! Salad! Salad!
We will have lots of salad now for the rest of the season. Are you
interested in ordering a mid-week bag to keep you in fresh greens
through the week? We are considering a Wed. kiosk pick up of salad
greens and sauces if folks are interested
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Cherry tomatoes
San Marzano tomatoes
Cucumbers
Kale
Beets
Spinach
Sprouts
Mustard greens
Radish
Asparagus
Eggs
Kombucha

We are stocking up on sausages and ice cream for the following weekend.
With thanks from Jollity Farmers

Pilkey Point Road Closed from Hollyberry Lane to Kla-How-Ya Rd

IMPORTANT: Due to a downed power line, Pilkey Point Road is CLOSED between Hollyberry Lane and Kla-How-Ya Road. 

ALL traffic MUST detour via North Cove Road, Kenwood Drive, Meadow Valley Road, and Kla-How-Ya Road.

NOTE 20 km zone through Meadow Valley and Kla-How-Ya roads.

(If you're taking a morning ferry, allow extra time to get there!) A BC Hydro crew is expected to arrive on Thetis on Wednesday (May 28) to start clearing the line.

TIVFD

Roadside Mowing

There will be a mower working here for a while.

Please watch for him and take care when you are passing him!

Cheers

Emcon Joe

Webcam, TICA or TIRRA?

At Saturday’s TIRRA (Thetis Island Residents and Ratepayers Association) AGM there was some confusion regarding funding for the Ferry Webcam. To clarify, here is some background information.

TICA (Thetis Island Community Association) has provided funding over the years for the webcam and upgrades, with the revenue from the advertisements on the webcam site being a fundraising initiative for TICA.

None of this would be possible without the consent of Capernwray to have the webcam on their property, and Tim French, Veronica Shelford and others for their technical support over the years. The convenience and service the webcam provides is very valuable to the Thetis community.

An upgrade to the webcam was completed in early 2024 and the invoice was paid by TIRRA, with TICA being unaware of either the invoice or payment. With this information now being shared, TICA will pay for the upgrade.

To access the webcam, go to https://www.thetisisland.net/ferry/index.html

With thanks,

TICA Board