Jim Senetza for Islands Trust Trustee

MLA and MP Visit – Saturday, September 26th

Both MLA Deborah Toporowski and MP Jeff Kibble will be coming to Thetis Island this upcoming Saturday September 26th.

Since our guests will arrive at different times, the event agenda is as follows:

Forbes Hall 2:00 to 4:30 pm Forbes Hall
2-3 pm: Meet and greet with MLA Debra Toporowski
3- 4:30 pm: Question and answer event with both MLA Debra Toporowski and MP Jeff Kibble
4:30 pm: Meet and greet with guests (until they leave for the ferry)
Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns.

David Reay

For Sale: Electric Dog Grooming Table – 36" × 24" – $450 OBO

Professional-quality Go Pet Club electric grooming table with sturdy Z-lift design. Ideal for home grooming or professional use.

Features:
36" × 24" grooming surface
Electric height adjustment with foot-pedal controls
Heavy-duty steel Z-lift frame
Non-slip grooming surface
Adjustable grooming arm with restraint loop
Stable, sturdy construction
Clean and well maintained
Excellent working condition

A substantial, professional grooming table that provides easy height adjustment for comfortable grooming.

If interested, please message (250) 218-7128 to arrange a viewing.

Guy Champagne

For Sale

Sevylor HF360 Fish Hunter inflatable boat – approximately 11' / 4-person capacity – $175 OBO

Large, heavy-duty Sevylor HF360 Fish Hunter, approximately 11 feet long and rated for up to 4 people. A substantial inflatable boat suitable for fishing, exploring and recreational use.

Complete package includes:
Sevylor HF360 Fish Hunter inflatable boat
Pair of oars
Cushions/seats
Woods Blast HV 12V marine electric pump with battery clips
Manual air pump
PVC repair kit with PVC glue and 2 patches
All valves and fittings
Accessory storage bag
Condition:
PVC is in excellent overall condition
Two previous patches on the bottom of the floor chamber, which may still have a slow leak
All other inflatable chambers are sound

If interested, please message (250) 218-7128 to arrange a viewing.

Guy Champagne

Jim Senetza for Islands Trust Trustee

My name is Jim Senetza, and I am running to be one of our Islands Trust Trustees.

I have been a Thetis Island property owner for 15 years and a full time resident for 7+ years.

I have decided to run for Trustee as the time has come for me to finally step up and do something of meaning for our island. A former neighbour and long time resident of Thetis would ask me all the time about what I can bring to our island. This is a question that has been kicking around in my head ever since.

Now that I've entered into the ranks of the retired, I have chosen the Islands Trust as my first endeavour. I now have the time required to provide my full attention to this rather important file.

To some I may still be viewed as a newcomer, however I feel this gives Thetis the benefit of bringing in a new, fresh perspective for our island. My aim is to blend the old and new together to develop policies that work in Thetis's best interest. Thetis first!

Now I know I'm not well known on Thetis as a whole. Some may remember me by my time working on our ferry. Some may recognize my face, but not know my name.

Well, let's rectify that. I will arrange a number of meet and greets throughout the next month. Dates and times will be announced on eSpokes once determined.

I look forward to meeting as many residents as possible so I can hear your concerns about Thetis and the Islands Trust and share mine. Feel free to reach out to me at any time.

I offer a fresh new voice for our community. A different kind of good.

(Authorized by Jim Senetza, financial agent, 250-246-0382, jsenetza@telusplanet.net)

From the Library

A library attendant is available Saturday 10-2, Sunday 1-4 and Tuesday 12-1.
There are new puzzles, lots of magazines and new board books!

Enjoy
Celine

A Huge Thank You + The Pilkey Point Mystery Continues…

Thank you so much to everyone who reached out after my post about the theft on Pilkey Point Road. We were touched by the response. A few people even called to offer to replace all of the firewood, which was incredibly generous and such a beautiful reminder of what an amazing community we have here.

We don’t need the firewood replaced, but we would really appreciate having the electrical cable returned, no questions asked. It can simply be tossed back onto the property. It is approximately 80 feet long and has yellow paint on both ends. It may only be worth around $15–$20 if sold, but it will cost us a few hundred dollars to replace.

We later realized that a pinkish coloured bathtub was also taken from the property… if you have seen a pink bathtub pop up somewhere recently please let us know.

We’re hopeful this was an isolated incident. We don’t want to feel that we need to lock everything up or install security cameras, and we would much rather begin this new chapter feeling the trust and sense of community that so many of you have already shown us.

Thank you again to everyone who reached out, shared information or offered to help. It has meant so much to both me and my mom.

Alice
780 719 3004

Looking for a Shed

I'm looking for a Rubbermaid shed. If anyone in the community has one that they are no longer using or know someone who has one, please contact Leanne @250 246 0492

Thank you so much and have a great day!

Wanted

1 or more scaffold sections to borrow or rent for a few days to repair my boat shed roof.

Phone 246-2184 or text sunrisegrail@gmail.com

Wayne Loiselle

Goosey Gander Shop open Saturday and Sunday 10 to 4

If you have never visited the Shop before, now is a really good time to come by since it’s quieter. making it easier to browse all the fun and useful things brought in for sale by your Thetis Island neighbours. New this week is a very cozy and beautiful floral Afghan, three cheerful handmade rugs, a rice cooker, more lovely jewelry including a tennis bracelet, a first aid kit, a happy lamp, a runner’s armband, a rainbow making crystal, a large IKEA grater with container, a contactless charger, and a whole lot of butterfly decorations. 

There are just too many items to list! Since opening in 2023 the Shop has found new homes for 4939 items. A special gift will be given to the shopper who buys number 5000 :)

Who will it be??

Hope to see you this weekend.

Thank you,

Nan Beals

Time to Plant Trees

3 - Kentucky Coffee Tree $10 ea
8 - Monkey Puzzle Trees $10 ea
5 - Black Locust $ 5 ea
3 - Cypress Trees $ 5 ea
2 - Empress Trees $ 5 ea
12 - Bay Trees (babies) $ 5 ea
2 - Hazelnut $ 5 ea
2 -Catalpa $ 5 ea

rod darsenau@gmail.com

Saturday Extreme Danger Class

The south end of Vancouver Island has moved to EXTREME by BCWS. No High Hazard Activities starting SATURDAY until further notice.

Evening campfires with permits are okay. No other outdoor burning allowed.

Thetis Island Vol. Fire Dept.