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Obituary: Eli Rian Johnson
Jessica Ells on November 24, 2020
We are devastated to announce the birth and the death of our son Eli Rian Johnson. He was born at lady minto hospital on November 21st, 2020 at 10:38 am, weighing 8lb 4oz. He passed away in my womb and the cause is still unknown and may never be known. It is so heart wrenchingly […]
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An Opportunity to Help Protect the Forest on Lot F of the Larmour Lands
Coreen Boucher on November 24, 2020
A dedicated group of islanders is working to ensure over 8 acres of mature coastal Douglas fir, Western redcedar, and Bigleaf maple forest remains standing. This healthy mixed forest is on the upland portion of Lot F of the Larmour Lands, and its future is threatened. The community is invited to join us in this […]
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COVID-19: New Health Orders, Not Complicated... But It Is Hard
Lady Minto Hospital Medical Staff Association on November 20, 2020
Yesterday, Dr. Bonney Henry issued a new set of public health orders increasing the restrictions on travel, gatherings, and making masks mandatory in indoor public spaces. So far, we have not had COVID outbreaks on the island and we need to keep it that way. As our Island medical health officer, Dr. Richard Stanwick has […]
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Support Local This Holiday
Jessica Harkema on November 19, 2020
It’s one of the most exciting times of year again but of course, everything is different. Winter is upon us as we lead up to the holiday season and I want to encourage islanders to make this holiday as local as it can be, especially with… Black Friday quickly approaching! Every year, this season is […]
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Mulching, Citrus Protection, Planning Ahead
Linda Gilkeson on November 18, 2020
As heavy rains and frequent wind storms continue we are experiencing what is to be expected of a La Niña year. La Niña conditions are forecast to last into the spring so hang onto your hats and brace for colder and wetter conditions than usual this winter. That said, the immediate forecast doesn’t show unusually […]
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ASK Salt Spring Report with CRD Director Gary Holman
ASK Salt Spring on November 17, 2020
Fourteen gathered at the Foxglove Nursery Greenhouse to welcome our CRD Director Gary Holman. With higher numbers this week, we needed both the speaker system as well as more seats, but, despite a bit of scurrying, all seemed pleased with the idyllic setting. After a participant’s heartfelt territorial acknowledgment, Gary began with some good news: […]
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Re-Elected MLA Adam Olsen Giving Thanks
Adam Olsen on November 17, 2020
I raise my hands in gratitude for the opportunity to continue as the representative of Saanich North and the Islands in the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia. Thank you! I’m honoured to be entrusted with this important responsibility and I pledge to work everyday to better understand our communities so I can more effectively advocate […]
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Salt Spring 2020 Cheer Challenge Photo Contest - Let's Keep the Cheer Here!
Salt Spring Chamber on November 16, 2020
Support, buy, visit, explore, entertain and celebrate local for the holidays right here on Salt Spring Island! Take a new photo of you (or your friends, dog, partner, etc.) doing any one of the 100 activities in our cheer challenge (listed below) and submit your photos each week (using the form below) to win weekly […]
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Salt Spring Chamber Welcomes New President
Salt Spring Chamber on November 12, 2020
It is with much anticipation that we welcome Darryl Martin as the new Salt Spring Island Chamber of Commerce President. Darryl began his time on the Chamber Board as an individual member in June 2019. Darryl was previously the Chair and a Commissioner on the Salt Spring Community Economic Development Commission, as well as alternate […]
