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COVID-19: BC Ferries Implements Transpor...
BC Ferries on June 15, 2020
Effective today, passengers travelling with BC Ferries will be required to be in possession of a face covering that covers their mouth and nose, and asked to wear this covering in situations when a physical separation of two metres cannot be maintained. This Transport Canada directive applies to all passengers over the age of two, […]
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Islanders Working to Create a Community ...
Juliana Sliwowska on June 12, 2020
When I arrived on Salt Spring as a super awkward 12 year old I was homesick and lonely. Luckily, I had been promised more horse time and even my own horse one day to help sooth the sting of immigrating. I immediately began riding lessons with Jacky Cooper and joined the local Pony Club. At […]
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Obituary: Matthew Thomas Steffich
John Bateman on June 10, 2020
Matthew Thomas Steffich: September 25, 1958 - June 3, 2020 Matt died suddenly in his prized gallery, Steffich Fine Art (Salt Spring Island), which he proudly grew over the period of 27 years. Born in East Vancouver, Matt had a spirited and textured childhood with his siblings and many friends. He had endless stories of […]
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ASK Salt Spring Welcomes Adam Olsen - Cl...
ASK Salt Spring on June 9, 2020
The ASK Salt Spring Zoom session last Friday with MLA Adam Olsen as our special guest, began when Adam shared his concerns about social distancing and the relaxation of our self-isolation. Can we learn behaviors during these more-relaxed outdoor months that will help us in the coming cooler months when we are forced indoors? Can […]
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COVID-19: BC Ferries Implements Requirem...
BC Ferries on June 8, 2020
In keeping with directives and guidance provided by Transport Canada, passengers travelling with BC Ferries will be required to be in possession of a face covering that covers their mouth and nose, and asked to wear this covering in situations when a physical separation of two metres cannot be maintained. This directive goes into effect […]
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Winter Planting Begins, Nitrogen Deficie...
Linda Gilkeson on June 6, 2020
Another wet, cool week stretches before us and my melon plants are looking pretty sad….sigh….. But on the up side, I am sure you, too, are seeing lush growth of your lettuce, cabbages, peas and other cool weather vegetables. What to plant now: Keep on sowing small plantings of radishes, lettuce and other salad greens […]
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New Round of Funding for Salt Spring Far...
Salt Spring News on June 5, 2020
To help more lower-income British Columbians, people expecting children and seniors gain access to healthy, locally grown food, the Province has provided approximately $1.88 million in funding to the BC Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program. The funds were provided to the BC Association of Farmers’ Markets (BCAFM) to support the BC Farmers’ Market Nutrition Coupon Program […]
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COVID-19: BC Ferries To Resume Long Harb...
BC Ferries on June 2, 2020
Service to return to seasonal service levels to respond to growing demand - In collaboration with the Province, BC Ferries is increasing service on routes to the Southern Gulf Islands as of June 9, 2020 to match capacity with demand and better meet the needs of customers. This includes the re-opening of the Long Harbour […]
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COVID-19: Lady Minto Hospital Medical St...
Lady Minto Hospital Medical Staff Association on June 2, 2020
Dear Salt Springers, As you are all aware, many businesses and organizations are re-opening lately. Please be patient with new guidelines and potential wait times - people are doing their best, and we must be compassionate. Salt Spring medical professionals and hospital staff are working hard to plan for the best possible care of our […]
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