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professional painter
- Services: Contractors & Trades
- James Hamilton
- May 14, 2025
Painter with thirty years experience. Interior/exterior repaints new builds commercial or residential . We offer free estimates and professional paint jobs done on time. fully […]
$200
HALO Bassinest Swivel Sleeper - Premiere - Pebble
- Kids & Youth: General
- Linda
- 39 minutes ago
Amazing halo swivel sleeper for newborn to 5-6 months old babies. Bought new last summer and used ever so lightly so it’s pretty much brand […]
Free Cycle on the freecycle!
- Freecycle & Trade
- Farmer
- 39 minutes ago
Solid exercise bike. You take away. Missing the bolt that holds the seat from sliding.
Donation
Sofa Chair
- Household: Furniture
- Gulf Islands Families Together Society
- 39 minutes ago
Ready to go - for pick up only! Mon to Thurs, between 9am-3pm at the GIFTS building near ArtSpring. Transportation and lifting is up to […]
$250
iPhone 11 Pro Max 256 with case
- Electronics & Devices
- Elisa Rathje
- 40 minutes ago
iPhone 11 Pro Max 256 GB with ‘Moment’ case (fits Moment photo/video lenses) $250 firm Battery 75% capacity Good condition Pick it up Central on […]
20.00
Sleep Mask (Satin, Hypoallergenic)
- Household: General
- Jordan Gray
- 40 minutes ago
Sleep Master satin sleep mask in blue. Made of satin and cotton, with a velcro backing. Also hypoallergenic. Never used. Originally purchased for $45. Selling […]
$200
Rug - 8' x 10'6" Handmade Wool rug
- Household: General
- Mountain Goat
- 40 minutes ago
Contemporary Modern Handmade (in India) wool rug. Measures 8' x 10'6". Colour scheme compliments many different interior designs. Looks lovely against oak flooring, has the […]
$10
Wooden Children's Hangers
- Kids & Youth: General
- Michael Lahay
- 40 minutes ago
24 children's wooden hangers. Great condition. 12" in length. Text preferred, please. 250.222.9956
$400 OBO
Wool rug
- Household: General
- Monica
- 40 minutes ago
Turkish rug made of NZ wool available. Measures approx. 60" by 94". Good condition.
CONSTRUCTION UPDATE - MAY 14th, 2025
- Non-Profit Ads (Registered)
- Salt Spring Chamber
- 40 minutes ago
The Fulford-Ganges Road improvement project is now over 56% complete. Upcoming work will involve pulverization, graveling, and paving. The contractor is aiming to complete the […]
10.00
Two Pillows
- Household: General
- Jordan Gray
- 40 minutes ago
Two pillows. One still vacuum sealed/brand new. One's brand is Daniadown and is Queen sized (white duck down and feathers), not sure of the other […]
$50.00
Elegant sturdy coffee table
- Household: Furniture
- Liz
- 40 minutes ago
Elegant coffee table with heavy duty rod iron legs and base. Measures 49" inches long by 27" inches wide by 19" inches tall. Couple of […]
$25 - $47
Delicacies from the Sea
- Business: Products & Services
- Hastings House
- May 14, 2025
Manor Dining is adding a series of special seafood delights to our A la Carte offerings. Each day of the week, we will be featuring […]
$190
Teens Watercolour Journaling Weekend May 17-18 (& Adult Classes too!)
- Kids & Youth: General
- Daina
- May 14, 2025
This fun and inspiring 2-day workshop is designed for teens aged 13–18 who want to explore creative journalling using watercolour, drawing, and ink. Learn to […]
50.00
Hiking low cut boots
- Sports & Outdoor Equipment
- william Lewis
- 2 hours ago
Columbia ortholite ecolite low cut hiking shoes. Lightly used. size 10.5
90.00
hiking boots
- Sports & Outdoor Equipment
- william Lewis
- 2 hours ago
Men's MOAB adventure 3 Waterproof pull on boots. Never used.
O0.
Free stuff
- Freecycle & Trade
- agabriel
- 2 hours ago
Come and get it, household, furniture, garden chairs
weeding and broom removal
- Hiring: Employment Opportunities
- patricia marlatt
- 2 hours ago
weeding and broom removal, no text please, thank you
free
Great Selection of WWII books and tapes
- Books & Literature
- Mark Entra
- 2 hours ago
Great collection of books and tapes on WWII for the history buffs.
$75
ShelterLogic 13x20/12
- Building Materials
- Mark Entra
- 2 hours ago
Garage-in-a-box 13 ft X 20 ft X 12 ft ShelterLogic Structure in solid state and has a few leaks. https://www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/shelterlogic-waterproof-portable-garage-in-a-box-auto-shelter-w-uv-protection-truck-suv-model-13-x-20-x-12-ft-0371356p.html Easy take down space. Can […]
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Astrology by Danielle Blackwood: This Full Moon
Astrology by Danielle Blackwood: This Full Moon
by Danielle Blackwood
Happy Full Moon in Scorpio!
On Monday May 12 th at 9:56 am, the Full Moon in Scorpio invites us to enter a portal while gifting us visions of unseen depths. Watch for secrets revealed, hidden power dynamics exposed, and a meeting with the archetypal Shadow. But while this is a particularly potent Full Moon, it also brings its gifts.
Although seeing what has been hidden can be disruptive to our worldview, once seen we cannot look away, and we may be called to reckon with ‘what is’ during this lunation. However, the medicine itself is often in the sting of the scorpion, a catalyst that begins a necessary release, so that healing can begin. And while this can play out in the outer world, it can just as easily be a cathartic inner process.
And as tempting as it can be to put the blinders back on, Scorpio medicine teaches us that if we look unflinchingly at the truth of something, to sit with it, to hold it with equal measures of courage and compass…
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Welcoming Rob Botterell – ASK Salt Spring
Welcoming Rob Botterell – ASK Salt Spring
Welcoming Rob Botterell – ASK Salt Spring
2 May 2025
Twenty-three joined for all or part of this ASK Salt Spring discussion with MLA Rob Botterell.
Changing things up a bit, Ron Cooke, the facilitator sitting in for Gayle Baker, asked Rob what concerns him. Rob answered that this week in the Legislature the government introduced legislation to streamline approvals for projects, the environmental assessment process, and infrastructure projects. Rob thought this wasn’t a bad thing, but as the “devil is in the details”, he is concerned that the Green Caucus will have sufficient time to thoroughly examine the legislation and ensure it is not an over-reach.
With this said, Rob started the conversation with a territorial acknowledgment and his thoughts about the tragic events that occurred at the Lapu-Lapu Festival on April 26th. He reminded us that today is a day of mourning and wanted to express his heart-felt sympathies to the community impacted directly by the trag…
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New Water-Monitoring Program Could Save 1.5 billion Litres a Year
New Water-Monitoring Program Could Save 1.5 billion Litres a Year
Homeowners and businesses in rural British Columbia will soon benefit from new water meters that will help small communities save water and increase resiliency during droughts, while lowering costs for people who use less water.
“Drinking water is an incredibly precious resource,” said Brittny Anderson, Minister of State for Local Governments and Rural Communities. “Small and rural communities in B.C. face higher financial and management capacity challenges, and water metering helps communities identify leaks, conserve drinking water, and keep costs down for businesses and residents.”
Nineteen small, rural and First Nations communities will benefit from nearly 15,000 new automated water meters that will be installed. Provincial funding will cover up to 100% of eligible costs. By helping communities have a better understanding of the amount of water that is used, this $50-million provincial investment could help save up to 1.5 billion litres of water each year. This is the…
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Salt Spring May 16: Elaine Alec Launches Second Book Coming of Age with Five-City B.C. Book Signing Tour
Salt Spring May 16: Elaine Alec Launches Second Book Coming of Age with Five-City B.C. Book Signing Tour
Acclaimed Indigenous author, speaker, and thought leader teɬkənitkʷ (Elaine Alec) releases her second book, Coming of Age: Overcoming Trauma to Achieve Self-Determination. To mark the release, Alec will embark on a five-city book signing tour across British Columbia beginning in Penticton, May 1, 2025.
Each stop will feature a book reading, conversation with the author, book signing, and community gathering. Admission is free, and all are welcome.
Book Tour Schedule: detailed event listings can be found here.
Salt Spring Island – May 16
150 FULFORD-GANGES ROAD
GANGES, BC, V8K 2T8
Time: 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Penticton – May 1
Williams Lake – May 8
Victoria – May 15
Vancouver – June 5 (location TBA)
Building on the teachings of her first book, Calling My Spirit Back, Alec’s latest work blends personal storytelling, community wisdom, and cultural insight to offer pathways to healing, empowerment, and Indigenous-led leadership.
“At its core, Coming of Age …
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Obituary: Daulton (Doc) Paynter
Obituary: Daulton (Doc) Paynter
Daulton (Doc) Paynter 1934 March 28 - 2025 May 2
We are very sad to announce the passing of Daulton (Doc) Paynter @ LMH on May 2, 2025, surrounded by his loving wife and family.
Doc was a kind, gentle man who savoured & appreciated every moment of his full life. He loved his family and the people in this world from every race, country & situation and was passionate about caring for the planet. Born in Powell River, he had one brother & two sisters. He had a life-long love for B.C.’s wilderness, forests and coastline which resulted in his participation in many protests over the years to protect it.
When he was 13, his obsession to fly an airplane spurred him to find a job to pay for lessons. With these hard-earned monies he would bike to the Vancouver airport to take flying lessons and eventually qualified for a solo flight. Later, while building houses, he lost one eye in an accident which ended his dream of flying, so he took up sailing.
After a year at UBC he de…
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Local Trust Committee April Update
Local Trust Committee April Update
Local Trust Committee April Update, by Trustee Laura Patrick
This report relates to the business of the Salt Spring Local Trust Committee (LTC), which is made up of the two local trustees and an appointed chair. The LTC’s responsibilities include regulating the development and use of land within the Salt Spring Local Trust Area, which includes Salt Spring Island and more than 25 associated islands including Prevost, Secret, and Piers islands.
Our next regular meeting will be on May 8th beginning at 12:30 PM at the Salt Spring Legion, Meaden Hall, 120 Blain Road. The agenda will be available on May 2nd on the Islands Trust website. Office staff are available to help should you have questions about getting to our meetings or viewing them on-line. Please call 250-538-9144 or email ssiinfo@islandstrust.bc.ca for support. Please note that no in-person office is available on Salt Spring Island currently. Renovations will be commencing on a new office at 121 McPhillips Avenue, …
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B.C. Declares Provincial Day of Remembrance and Mourning for Victims of Tragedy at the Lapu Lapu Day Festival
B.C. Declares Provincial Day of Remembrance and Mourning for Victims of Tragedy at the Lapu Lapu Day Festival
The Province of British Columbia has declared Friday, May 2, 2025, an official day of remembrance and mourning for the victims of the tragedy at the Lapu Lapu Day Festival in Vancouver on April 26, 2025.
Eleven people were killed and dozens more injured while celebrating Filipino culture and history in a senseless attack at the Lapu Lapu Day Festival in Vancouver. As people learn more about the victims, they are also learning that the victims’ loss is felt deeply across the province.
This tragedy has had profound impact on the Filipino community in B.C. and many others in Vancouver and throughout the province.
The day of remembrance and mourning is an opportunity for people in British Columbia to come together, grieve the loss of innocent lives and recognize the contributions the victims made to their communities and the province. It is also a time to offer comfort to all of those impacted, including those who have lost loved ones, those recovering and those who witn…
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Transition Salt Spring’s Repair Café Returns: A Celebration of Community and Sustainability
Transition Salt Spring’s Repair Café Returns: A Celebration of Community and Sustainability
Transition Salt Spring is gearing up for another impactful event as the Spring Repair Café makes its triumphant return on Sunday, May 4th. Held at Meaden Hall (120 Blain Rd., downstairs at the Legion) from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM, this event promises to be the largest Repair Café yet, embodying the essence of community, sustainability, and skill-sharing.
Over 40 local volunteer experts will converge to breathe new life into broken belongings, spanning from general household repairs and small electrical appliances to intricate tasks like micro-electronics, knitwear darning, and knife sharpening. The event will also feature a dedicated team from Island Pathways providing tune-ups and repairs for both conventional and e-bikes, reflecting the island’s commitment to pedal-powered mobility.
In a nod to innovation, volunteers from the Salt Spring Island Public Library’s Fab Lab will showcase creative solutions, including 3D printing for fabricating replacement parts—a blend of mod…
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Elizabeth May Re-elected and Mark Carney's Liberals Secure Minority Government
Elizabeth May Re-elected and Mark Carney's Liberals Secure Minority Government
Canada's 2025 federal election concluded with Mark Carney's Liberal Party securing a minority government, marking their fourth consecutive term. Simultaneously, Elizabeth May, co-leader of the Green Party, was re-elected in the Saanich–Gulf Islands riding.
May, a long-standing advocate for environmental issues and democratic reform, secured her seat once again, reinforcing her commitment to the constituents of Saanich–Gulf Islands. Her victory ensures that the Green Party maintains representation in Parliament, albeit limited.
Nationally, the Liberals, under Carney's leadership, won 168 seats, falling short of the 172 needed for a majority in the 343-seat House of Commons. This outcome necessitates collaboration with other parties to pass legislation and maintain confidence in the House.
Carney's campaign emphasized economic stability and a firm stance on national sovereignty, resonating with voters amid escalating tensions with the United States. U.S. President Don…
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Getting to Know our New MLA Rob Botterell
Getting to Know our New MLA Rob Botterell
Before welcoming MLA Rob Botterell to ASK Salt Spring this Friday, May 2, 11-1, SIMS classroom, we thought it would be fun to learn more about what “excites and delights” him personally as well as professionally.
Rob grew up in Oak Bay, playing the alto saxophone in the high-school band and spending much of his free time sailing. When he graduated from high school in 1973, he headed off to UBC to study Economics and Political Science, eventually also receiving his MBA there.
Idyllic as his childhood may sound, he recalls with a chuckle telling his lawyer mother when he left for college that he would never return to Victoria and never become a lawyer, both predictions which turned out to be untrue.
With his MBA and a keen interest in economics, Rob spent the early decades of his career working for TD Bank and was quickly promoted to Comptroller. During those years, he worked in Vancouver and lived on Bowen Island with his wife, now celebrating 45 years together.…
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