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Fulford-Ganges Road Work Brings 5–10 Minute Delays in August

Drivers are advised that single-lane-alternating traffic will be in effect on Fulford-Ganges Road between Seaview Avenue and Cranberry Road as crews complete drainage and safety improvements.

Single-lane-alternating traffic will be in place from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on:

Monday, Aug. 10, 2026, to Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2026 Monday, Aug. 17, 2026, and Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026

While much of the work will be done on the side of the road, single-lane-alternating traffic will be required for safety reasons. Drivers should anticipate average wait times of five to 10 minutes and are encouraged to plan for additional travel time. Crews may temporarily open two lanes if there is significant congestion.

Travellers are reminded to obey posted signage, follow directions from traffic-control personnel and use caution when travelling through construction zones.

Closures and updated conditions will be shared on DriveBC website.

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Salt Spring Search and Rescue Finds Temporary Home at Former Ganges Fire Hall

Salt Spring Island Search and Rescue (SSI SAR) will temporarily operate from the former Ganges Fire Hall #1 following a one-year licence agreement approved by the Salt Spring Island Local Community Commission (LCC).

The arrangement coincides with the transfer of the property to the Capital Regional District (CRD) through the Salt Spring Island Parks and Recreation Service, which is scheduled to be completed in August 2026.

Temporary Home at the Former Ganges Fire Hall

Under the agreement, SSI SAR is moving its operations to the former fire hall at 105 Lower Ganges Road, ensuring continuity of critical emergency response services while the organization continues its search for a permanent facility.

SSI SAR's current location will no longer be available beyond August.

Under the arrangement, SSI SAR will assume responsibility for operating, maintenance, security and insurance-related costs.

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What's on This Week on CHIR-FM

Three new shows, a conversation with Salt Spring author Coralie Moss and a tribute to the late Niel Golden are among the nifty offerings this week on CHIR-FM, the Voice of the Gulf Islands.

Tune in to 107.9 FM (or 102.1 FM in the South End) or stream the station online to hear more than 20 unique local programs on your community radio station.

Highlights for the Coming Week

Tuesday, August 11, 9–10 a.m. — Canada Fresh Host David Crouch plays 13 brand new songs from across Canada. Find information about each episode at canada-fresh.pplx.app.

Tuesday, August 11, 4–5 p.m. — Dr Jeff’s Natural Vet Broadcast A new program, with this week’s episode focusing on vaccines.

Tuesday, August 11, 5–6 p.m. — Connections Host David Minkow pays tribute to renowned Victoria-based percussionist Niel Golden, who died Friday, August 7. The show re-airs Thursday and Saturday at 5 p.m.

Wednesday, August 12, 5–6 p.m. — Hidd…

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Our Water Belongs to Everyone in the District, and Now Our Elections Do Too

For the first time, North Salt Spring Waterworks District will let every qualified landowner inside the District, whether connected to its pipes or not, vote in its elections and stand for one of its five trustee seats. The change will make the District accountable to a far broader public. For the first time, its governance will reflect the interests of all qualifying landowners within its boundaries, not simply those already connected to the system. For years the District required voters to hold an account in good standing and to have owned their property for at least 30 days before election packages were mailed. Neither requirement appears in the 1948 Letters Patent, the Local Government Act, or the Province’s guidance. Pressed for the legal basis, the District checked carefully. It wrote to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and obtained a legal opinion. District staff concluded: “residents who are in the NSSWD service area, and without a water connection, are eligible t…
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Obituary: Scott Hylands Douglas

Scott Hylands Douglas   February 27, 1943 – July 29, 2026 Scott passed away bravely and peacefully on July 29th, 2026, in Victoria, BC. He was born on February 27th, 1943, in Lethbridge, Alberta. Predeceased by his father, Flight Lieutenant (RCAF 416 Squadron) Walter Norman Douglas (1921-1945), his mother Ruth (White) Douglas (1913-2005), and many other relatives in BC and Ontario. Scott is survived by his loving and devoted wife Veronica, his daughter Rebecca (Keith) Halper, and son Luke. Grandchildren Max and Lucy. Also survived by other relatives in Ontario and BC. Scott was a passionate and professional actor for over 60 years in theatre and film. He was an original founding member of the ACT in San Francisco. His extensive career brought him to many cities all over North America, and abroad. While filming Night Heat in Toronto, he met his wife, Veronica. They married in 1990 and moved to Salt Spring Island, BC where they built their dream home, and raised their…
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The Sky Is Smoky Again. Here's What to Do

If you have looked up at a hazy sky this week or felt that familiar smell in the air, you already know. Salt Spring is in smoke season again, and it is here now.

This is not the same island many of us grew up on or moved here for. As our climate warms, fire seasons are starting earlier, lasting longer and sending smoke our way more often, even from fires burning hundreds of kilometres from here.

We cannot control the fires themselves, but we can control how we protect ourselves and each other while the smoke is here.

Smoke is more than an inconvenience. It carries tiny particles that get deep into your lungs and can affect your whole body.

Anyone can feel the effects, but babies, older adults, pregnant people and anyone with heart or lung trouble need to be extra careful right now. Salt Spring has a lot of older residents, so this matters for many of our neighbours today.

How to Tell if Smoke Is Affecting You

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So You or Your Loved One Want To Age in Place? Lots to Learn. . . .

Twenty-three came to this ASK Salt Spring gathering for the complicated and emotional discussion about the supports needed to allow us to age safely and comfortably in our homes.

Leading this conversation were Valerie Louvet, owner of Homecare Salt Spring, and Cecile Petra, Occupational Therapist and Coordinator of Hospice Home Visits.

For more about our Hospice Society, you may want to re-read the ASK Salt Spring report about its visit with us.

After an Acknowledgement by Constance Gibbs, one of our Hospice volunteers who selected this topic and invited our guests, we each had an opportunity to introduce ourselves.

The group was split into folks who wanted to learn more to better support their parent and those who wanted to begin planning how they could age comfortably and safely in their home.

We soon learned that, unless one is cared for by a loving friend or relative, home care decisions are often forced to strike that ba…

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School Board Trustee Election 2026 | Notice of Nomination

School District No. 64 (Gulf Islands) 2026 GENERAL LOCAL ELECTIONS NOTICE OF NOMINATION Nomination papers for the election of seven (7) School Board Trustees (three (3) Trustees for Salt Spring Island and one (1) Trustee each for Pender, Saturna, Mayne and Galiano Islands) to serve a four-year term commencing on November 4, 2026, will be received by the Chief Election Officer, as follows: By hand, mail, or other delivery service at the offices of School District No. 64 (Gulf Islands) 112 Rainbow Road, Salt Spring Island, BC, V8K 2K3 Attention: Chief Election Officer, Jesse Guy By email to: jguy@sd64.org Nomination documents will be received from 9:00 am on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 until 4:00 p.m. on Friday, September 11, 2026, on business days. Original nomination documents requiring signed (in-person) declaration must be received by the Chief Election Officer by 4:00 pm on Friday, September 11, 2026 Appointments are strongly recommended, pleas…
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What's On this Week on CHIR-FM

The debut of a show featuring new Canadian music, a conversation with Briony Penn, and tributes to Jerry Garcia and Glen Hansard are among the nifty offerings this week on CHIR-FM, the Voice of the Gulf Islands. Tune in to 107.9 FM (or 102.1 FM in the South End) or stream the station online to hear more than 20 unique local programs on your community radio station. Highlights for the coming week include: Tuesday (August 4) 9-10 am. Canada Fresh makes its debut this week featuring new music by Canadian artists. Hosted by David Crouch. Tuesday (August 4) 1-2 p.m. On This Song, That Time, Lesley Grott takes a little musical ramble beginning with the Irish musician and actor Glen Hansard, who tragically died last week. She will begin with his Oscar-winning song and continue with other music that comes to my mind. Show re-airs Thursdays at 1 pm and Saturdays at 1 pm. Tuesday (August 4) 5-6 p.m. On Connections, host David Minkow pays tribute to Jerry Garcia during t…
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Making Every Drop Count

Despite some light rains and cooler temperatures in July we continue to slip deeper into drought. As gardeners we must get creative in finding alternate water sources for our gardens. One of my favourite approaches is to find ways to use the same drop of water twice.The kitchen is an excellent source on "untapped" grey water. Keep a container in your sink at all times to catch water from hand washing, cleaning fruit & veggies, soaking dry beans, rinsing rice, grains any number of things, water used for cooking vegetables or leftover tea, you get the idea. An added bonus, this water contains nutrients that are beneficial for the garden.I keep two tubs in the kitchen one for washing dishes the other for rinsing, all of that water can be recycled into the garden.Two watering cans are kept near the door to keep my tubs empty for the next opportunity.I avoid using water with soap on my acid loving plants as it is alkaline and could create discontent with plants like Rhododendron.…
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