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Salt Spring Residents Are Worried About Wildfire And Ready to Do Something About It
Transition Salt Spring on July 8, 2026
A recent community survey has given Transition Salt Spring a clearer picture of how residents feel about wildfire risk on the island, and the results are both sobering and encouraging. The survey received 459 responses from residents across Salt Spring. Nearly 80 percent reported moderate to high concern about wildfire risk, and 81 percent are […]
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Learning All About the Men's Shed's and Possibilities for a Community Workshop
ASK Salt Spring on July 8, 2026
Ten, and a very well-behaved pup, joined this ASK Salt Spring gathering to welcome Matthew Quetton, President of the Men’s Shed. After our Acknowledgement, each of us had a chance to introduce ourselves. Participants included several who were already members of our local Men’s Shed, several who were interested in joining and had come to […]
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Eric March to Run for Islands Trust
Eric March on July 8, 2026
Life can be hard when you work on Salt Spring Island, and that goes double if you work and rent. And don't take my word for it - according to the 2021 Census data, one third of Salt Spring residents, both home owners and renters, are living in some sort of housing need. According to […]
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What's On This Week on CHIR-FM
David Minkow on July 6, 2026
A look at how and why fish talk, an interview with author and actor Chris Humphreys, and a show featuring the early great music from artists more known for later pop hits are among the exciting offerings this week on CHIR-FM, the Voice of the Gulf Islands. Tune in to 107.9 FM (or 102.1 FM […]
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Ethan Wilding and the Islands Trust
Frances Hill on July 1, 2026
Seconds after the Islands Trust voted against Ethan Wilding’s proposal to cover Baker Beach with a few metres of sand and gravel, there was a pause, and then Ethan asked “what happens next?” Well, we are seeing it now. (Ethan Wilding to run for Salt Spring Local Trust Committee seat, Gulf Islands Driftwood June 17, […]
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Our Hospice Team - Giving That Gift of Love and Support During Grief and Bereavement
ASK Salt Spring on July 1, 2026
Fifteen people attended Friday’s ASK Salt Spring gathering to welcome the amazing Hospice team. It was immediately clear to all of us that these hardworking volunteers, Elly, Lorrine, Kathleen, Connie, and office manager Tracy loved their opportunity to help our community navigate dying and grief, offering care and wisdom during these emotion-laden journeys. And, that […]
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What's on This Week on CHIR-FM
David Minkow on June 29, 2026
Music and interviews previewing the July Pitchfork Social concerts and at least two shows celebrating Canada Day are among the highlights coming to you 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 […]