2025 Property Tax Increases

2025 Property Tax increases were discussed in the June 19/25 e-Spokes and focussed on the Total Tax $ impact. Total Tax $ changes are due to assessed value changes and mill rate changes.

Lower assessed values can mask the impact of tax increases so the following table shows just the mill rate changes. 

You can see that CVRD Electoral Area G taxes increased 12.33%, Thetis Island Improvement District 12.88%, and Thetis Island Trust 8.96%. All of these increases are more than the annual inflation of 2.4%. (Victoria BC 2.4% annual inflation at April 2025). Consumer Price Index

For those Thetis Island residents with the same or higher assessed value, their 2025 property taxes are higher than 2024 and substantially higher than the rate of inflation. 

Thanks to Karl Unger for pointing this out. 

Paul Duncan and Karl Unger,

TIRRA members

link to PDF: Mill Rate Increases 2025

Dropping to MODERATE Fire Danger Class

That recent burst of moisture has allowed us to drop to MODERATE for a few days, so starting on TUESDAY June 24th the High Hazard Activity restrictions will no longer apply. It does make sense to still watch for sparks and have water available.

Depending on the weather and drying trends, we may be in MODERATE for a short time, so check the board at the ferry terminal, eSPOKES, and the TIVFD website for updates.
We will issue evening campfire permits for July but be aware that we might have to cancel them at any time as conditions may rapidly change.

Thank you for being wildfire safe.

Thetis Island Vol. Fire Dept.

Nurse Practitioner Clinic: Schedule Update for Tuesday, June 24

The Nurse Practitioner will not be at the Forbes Hall on Tuesday, June 24th.

Virtual and Telephone appointments are available for this day June 24 as well as Thursday, June 26.

All appointments can be made by calling 250-739-5700 Ext 54814.

Also, please note that the NP Clinic on Tuesday, July 1st, will be closed due to Canada Day Statutory Holiday.

Forbes Hall Health Services Group

Public Meeting with Debra Toporowski, MLA

On Thursday June 26th, our MLA Debra Toporowski, will be coming to Thetis Island to hear from Islanders. Ms. Toporowski is also the Parliamentary Secretary for Rural Health, and she will be meeting with the Forbes Hall Health Services Group in the morning. From 1pm to 2:30 in the afternoon there will be a public meeting for Ms. Toporowski to hear from groups and individuals.

If you wish to speak or ask questions at the public meeting please contact David Reay (davidreay@telus.net) On Thursday June 26th, our MLA Debra Toporowski, will be coming to Thetis Island to hear from Islanders. Ms. Toporowski is also the Parliamentary Secretary for Rural Health, and she will be meeting with the Forbes Hall Health Group in the morning. From 1pm to 2:30 in the afternoon there will be a public meeting for Ms. Toporowski to hear from groups and individuals.

I encourage you to come out and participate. From shellfish and derelict boats to trade wars and tariffs there is lots to discuss.

If you wish to speak or ask questions at the public meeting please contact David Reay (davidreay@telus.net)

For Sale Outdoor Patio Furniture

Dark brown wicker chaise lounge with light brown pad $60
2 Retro Motel or Solaire chairs(yellow) $50 each
Can send pictures

250-510-8647
Rodney Brownlee

Pub Open 7 Days a Week

It’s officially time!

The pub is now open 7 days a week, 11:30-7!

Come one, come all, any day!

See you soon!
Kelsey, Chef Murray, and the Pub Team

Reminder: Snk̛míp Dig Deeper Screening Tonight at 7 PM

Hello Thetis Islanders,

Just a quick reminder that 'Snk̛míp Dig Deeper' screens tonight (Sunday, June 22) at 7 PM at Forbes Hall.

We hope to see you there!

Warmly,

The ThINC & CCR Teams

Telegraph Harbour Marina this weekend! Celebrate Summer!

Jazz on the Jetty

Featuring: Wayne Kozak Band
With Guests: Anna McAndrew Trio

DON’T MISS IT!
Today, Sunday, June 22
1 pm - 5 pm

Celebrate the First Official Weekend of Summer with great music, cold beer and hot snacks at Telegraph Harbour on beautiful Thetis Island.

• Enjoy our famous ice cream
• Shop apparel, art and jewellery
• Visit the new home of Sea Life Centre

Telegraph Harbour Marina

Belated Post: Happy National indigenous Peoples Day

‘Uy’ skweyul, folks,

My apologies for the late post.

Thetis Community Assembly’s Indigenous Engagement Working Group (IEWG) wishes you a Happy National Indigenous Peoples Day. We look forward to seeing you at our first Indigenous film screening at Community Hall, Wed June 25th, 2025 at 1900h.

Huy ch q’a,
Doug Fenton

Rest in Peace - Elder Florence James

Dear Thetis Community,

Penelakut Elder Dr. Florence James (born Sept 11, 1947) passed into the Spirit world on Sunday, June 15th. She was buried in the Cedar Valley Memorial Gardens beside her husband Gil James on June 19th after a community service at Stz’uminus Gym. Florence is survived by her son Rocky and her sister Marguerite.

She was a respected Knowledge Holder and Hul'q'umi'num language expert, a devout educator and ecologist, a loving mother, sister, auntie, mentor and friend to many. Above all, Florence was gentle, wise, generous, and loving. She lived her faith and beliefs with great integrity and respect for all beings. She was most passionate about caring for and educating the youngest ones among us, believing in them for our future. Florence will be dearly missed and never forgotten.

I am happy to coordinate support from Thetis Islanders who wish to contribute financially to Florence's family in support of her service, internment and hosting.

Respectfully, Kelly Bannister
email: kelly_bannister@telus.net
cell: 250-252-0111

Community Celebration Event: Thank You

We sincerely thank the many, many people of all ages who participated in Saturday’s wonderful event.
It was a gathering full of friendship and happiness, all that we had hoped for, including the weather!

It was obvious that people were there to have a good time with their friends, neighbours and families; with children scooting about, people enjoying the yummy BBQ served up by Joe Knowles and team, their joy at the plentiful array of handcrafted ice cream treats, and all ages dancing to the great music of Headlong Hearts. It gave us all a chance to appreciate being within our community.

The strongest sentiment that seemed to be on repeat – why doesn’t the community do this every year?

With thanks,
TICA Board

Can You Give Us a Hand?

The spring growth on the island’s trails needs taming and we simply can’t manage it by ourselves. Can you spare an hour or two to help us trim back the grass and cut back the blackberries? We’d sure appreciate any help you can give us. The Lawrence Community Trail, Lawrence Valley Loop and the Dingly Dell all need maintenance.

If you can help, please call Vicki Walker at 250-246-9126 or email Pat English at puzzlnut@telus.net