Dangerous Cargo, Thursday, March 20

At this time, Dangerous Cargo, Thursday, March 20 will be ONLY for Thetis...for planning purposes. However, it is subject to last minute changes but hopefully this helps.

Sharon C

CVRD Community Satisfaction Survey

I noticed this has not been posted on eSPOKES and hope it is not too late to participate as it was to close on the 18th March 2025.
https://www.cvrd.ca/DocumentCenter/View/111372/News-Release---CVRD-Community-Satisfaction-Survey?bidId=

"Residents who are not selected to participate in the scientific study are encouraged to complete an online version of the survey at https://legeropinion.co/cvrd2025. The online version of the survey will be accessible until March 18, 2025, and will be reported separately from the statistically valid survey. The results of both surveys will be presented to the CVRD Board of Directors in April 2025 and then available for review on the CVRD website."

Lynne Smith

Editor: survey still accepted Thursday, March 20

FireSmart rebates now available for Ladysmith, Duncan and CVRD Electoral Areas (19 Mar 2025)

Emergency Management Cowichan (EMC), on behalf of the CVRD, the Town of Ladysmith and the City of Duncan, will be launching a FireSmart Rebate program to support homeowners in performing FireSmart activities on residential properties.

All information regarding the rebate program and home assessments, including Terms and Conditions, how to apply, and FAQs can be found online at https://emcowichan.ca/programsresources/fire-smart/.

For more information, please contact a local FireSmart representative: Phone: 250-746-2500 Ext. 5012 Email: Firesmart@emcowichan.ca

Lynne Smith

This Week’s Soup’s On Cancelled

Due to illness, Soup’s On is cancelled for Wednesday, March 19th.

Thanks to the cooks, bakers and helpers whose commitment brings Soup’s On to our community from October through April.

Don Sinclair and Ann Dickie
Forbes Hall Food Services

Notice of Meeting: Thetis Community Assembly – Monday, April 14th – 7:00 pm at Forbes Hall

The Thetis Island Community Assembly will be held on Monday, April 14th at 7:00 pm at Forbes Hall.

All members of the public are encouraged to attend. With representatives from most island organizations, and an agenda of updates and discussions on current concerns or issues, it will be an informative meeting.

Finalized agenda will be posted on e-spokes and thetisposts.ca within the week prior.

Ann Dickie and Keith Rush
Co-Facilitators
Thetis Community Assembly

Free Bar Fridge

I have an old brown Viking small bar fridge I think from the 80s. It’s old but still works. It’s Free
You must pick up; message Jesse at (250) 588-3369

Pub Weekly Specials

Good morning everyone!
Here's what we have coming for you this week at the pub this Friday and Saturday:

Appetizer:
BACON AND SCALLOP BISQUE
Creamy Bisque Soup w/ Seared Scallops and White Wine Broth

Entree:
SALMON WELLINGTON
Wrapped in Puff Pastry with Braised Spinach, Roasted Potato, and Lemon Caper Sauce

Dessert:
BLACK FOREST PARFAIT
Decadent Chocolate Cake Layered with Cherry Compote and Whipped Cream

Our lunch special this week is a PRIME RIB BEEF DEEP with your choice of side.

And on Sunday, we've got our every popular PRIME RIB DINNER served in a giant yorkie bowl with potatoes, vegetables, and gravy.

We've also got breakfast on Sunday from 11:30-1:30 if you're more of a brunch person, featuring a BRAISED LAMB HASH with peppers, onions, tomatoes, and a fried egg and covered in hollandaise.

Looks like a great lineup so hopefully we'll see you there!
Kelsey, Chef Murray, and the Thetis Island Pub Team

Free Pellet Stove Thimbles

Free wood/pellet stove thimbles there are 4 @3.5", 3 are galvanized & 1 is black. FCFS.

rsmith1960@gmail.com 

This Week’s Soup’s On Cancelled

Due to illness, Soup’s On is cancelled for Wednesday, March 19th.

Thanks to the cooks, bakers and helpers whose commitment brings Soup’s On to our community from October through April.

Don Sinclair and Ann Dickie
Forbes Hall Food Services

Needed: 4-inch Planting Pots for Plant Sale

We are planning a plant sale with the proceeds going to the library.

We could use more 4-inch planting pots. If you have some you would like to donate, please call Myrna Brownlee at 250 510-8647 or drop them off at the end of our driveway 29 Bella Vista Road. 

Thanks so much

Reminder: Alistair McGregor Thetis Island Event

Our Member of Parliament for Cowichan-Malahat, Alistair McGregor, is going to be coming to Thetis Island. He is looking to hear from Islanders on their concerns both local and national.

Alistair will be at Forbes Hall from 2pm to 4pm, Tuesday March 25th. There will be both a formal Q&A session and an informal meet and greet.

From the war in Europe, to tariffs at the border, to shellfish farms in Preedy Harbour, there are plenty of issues to discuss. Please come out, your voice is important!

If you want further information, please contact me.
David Reay
778-899-3216
davidreay@telus.net

Save-on-Septic

We need a pump out for our septic. We contacted Save-on Septic and there are two of us on Thetis Island, who need our septic pumped out. So, we need one or preferably two more people.

If you are interested in having your septic pumped out, please contact Save-on-Septic at 250-474-7867.

Ken Redman