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Local Listings
Hourly Excavator Rental & More!
- Services: Contractors & Trades
- Subterra Earthworks
- May 4, 2025
Subterra Earthworks is happy to announce equipment rental to Salt Spring Island. WE BEAT ALL LOCAL PRICING! Rentals: - CAT 305 Excavator with Hydraulic Quick […]
Spring into a brighter smile! - Dental Hygiene Clinic
Spring Into a Brighter Smile! As the flowers bloom and the days get longer, it's the perfect time to refresh your smile! Book your spring […]
$3000-$4000
Devoted married couple looking for long or short-term rental
- Housing: Wanted
- Philip Attar
- May 4, 2025
My wife Amanda-Lee, our well-trained little dog Ayla, are local to Salt Spring and are looking for a long-term private house rental. Ideally, a long-term […]
$25
Hear Her Name
- Events, Concerts & Gatherings
- Charles Bazzard
- May 4, 2025
Say Her Name …..not just a mother concert Looking for something special to do this Mother’s Day weekend? Come celebrate the heart of the arts […]
$15 each
.mens boat style shoes.size 10. -10. 1/2
- Clothing & Accessories
- ljbc
- 6 hours ago
Mens size 10 /101/2 boat style shoes . Tan pair are sperry,s $15. Each as new both for $25
Sold
iPhone 13 Pro
400.00
iPhone 13 Pro
- Electronics & Devices
- Janet Getter
- 6 hours ago
iPhone 13 Pro with 128 gb in good conditions. No cracks just a bit of wear and tear. Located in Vesuvius but can meet almost […]
50.00
Clean queen mattress
- Household: Furniture
- 70
- 6 hours ago
Queen mattress, was covered. Just steam cleaned it as well, no stains. Pick up in Ganges please text.
FREE
FREE LEATHER
- Freecycle & Trade
- Patrick
- 6 hours ago
Good quality leather coming from a large sofa. bigger pieces about 60cm2. A lot of smaller pieces . Suede side, (inside),burgundy in good shape and […]
$99
SNOWBLOWER, NEW, PRICE CUT
- Tools & Hardware
- alanbrooke
- 6 hours ago
SNOWBLOWER, NEW IN BOX, BY GREENWORKS RELIABLE: 8-amp motor provides high performance and consistent power to easily clear driveways, sidewalks, patios and more with a […]
Gay Men's Happy Hour!!
- Events: Free & by Donation
- Steve Lam
- 7 hours ago
Please join us for our next Gay Men’s Happy Hour!! Now happening monthly on the second Sunday of each month. Come connect with local gay […]
45.00
Vintage car and motorcycle instruction manuals
- Antiques & Collectibles
- Mike
- 7 hours ago
Call or text if interested
2,199.00
Specialized Como 3.0
- Bicycles & eBikes
- Sean Mulligan
- 7 hours ago
Great, smooth comfortable bike. Only 800k on the odo. See full specs here: https://www.specialized.com/us/en/turbo-como-30-650b/p/184402
Free
PENDING - Queen Latex Mattress
- Freecycle & Trade
- Heinz
- 7 hours ago
PENDING PICKUP - This mattress is clean and is from a non-smoking, pet free, adult occupied home. The mattress is heavy and firmer than many. […]
$5/each
3 Portable File Boxes
- Household: General
- Heinz
- 7 hours ago
These portable file boxes have 19 pockets and will accommodate either letter or legal sized document. Three available. Two are green and one is dark […]
$20
Men’s L Wet Suit
- Sports & Outdoor Equipment
- Heinz
- 7 hours ago
This shorty wet suit is in great condition. Men’s large - Seadoo brand in grey and red colours. $20
150.00
Heavy body acrylic paints
- Arts & Crafts
- Mysha Moss
- 8 hours ago
Never been used or opened These are in perfect condition Selling for a friend who doesn't need them
Going rate
WTB: 3 safe and sound bats
- Wanted
- crookedfir
- 8 hours ago
Wanted: 3 bats safe and sound. 16” on centre. 2 bats R20. 24” on centre. Full bats required. Thank you!
$750
Full/Double Solid Oak Bedframe & mattress - Brand New!
- Household: Furniture
- Mountain Goat
- 8 hours ago
*BRAND NEW* Never used. Solid Oak Bed Frame & mattress in Full/Double size. Beautiful, high quality solid oak (not veneer) with incredible high quality adjustable […]
$200
Starlink
- Electronics & Devices
- Adison Norman
- 8 hours ago
Too much tree coverage at our place so, haven’t been able to use it.
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Various Schluter & Ditra Heat Items
- Building Materials
- Adison Norman
- 8 hours ago
Ditra Heat E RT - Thermostat - $200 Ditra Mat - 39”x31” - $10/each (there are 4) Kerdi Membrane (Half Roll) - $25 Schluter Kerdi […]
$20
Rubbermaid small cooler
- Household: General
- Natasha Nummela
- 8 hours ago
Rubbermaid small cooler used Great condition 11” long 11” tall 8” wide Please call or text me at 604 729-8983
Latest Local News
Local Trust Committee April Update
Local Trust Committee April Update
Local Trust Committee April Update, by Trustee Laura Patrick
This report relates to the business of the Salt Spring Local Trust Committee (LTC), which is made up of the two local trustees and an appointed chair. The LTC’s responsibilities include regulating the development and use of land within the Salt Spring Local Trust Area, which includes Salt Spring Island and more than 25 associated islands including Prevost, Secret, and Piers islands.
Our next regular meeting will be on May 8th beginning at 12:30 PM at the Salt Spring Legion, Meaden Hall, 120 Blain Road. The agenda will be available on May 2nd on the Islands Trust website. Office staff are available to help should you have questions about getting to our meetings or viewing them on-line. Please call 250-538-9144 or email ssiinfo@islandstrust.bc.ca for support. Please note that no in-person office is available on Salt Spring Island currently. Renovations will be commencing on a new office at 121 McPhillips Avenue, …
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B.C. Declares Provincial Day of Remembrance and Mourning for Victims of Tragedy at the Lapu Lapu Day Festival
B.C. Declares Provincial Day of Remembrance and Mourning for Victims of Tragedy at the Lapu Lapu Day Festival
The Province of British Columbia has declared Friday, May 2, 2025, an official day of remembrance and mourning for the victims of the tragedy at the Lapu Lapu Day Festival in Vancouver on April 26, 2025.
Eleven people were killed and dozens more injured while celebrating Filipino culture and history in a senseless attack at the Lapu Lapu Day Festival in Vancouver. As people learn more about the victims, they are also learning that the victims’ loss is felt deeply across the province.
This tragedy has had profound impact on the Filipino community in B.C. and many others in Vancouver and throughout the province.
The day of remembrance and mourning is an opportunity for people in British Columbia to come together, grieve the loss of innocent lives and recognize the contributions the victims made to their communities and the province. It is also a time to offer comfort to all of those impacted, including those who have lost loved ones, those recovering and those who witn…
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Transition Salt Spring’s Repair Café Returns: A Celebration of Community and Sustainability
Transition Salt Spring’s Repair Café Returns: A Celebration of Community and Sustainability
Transition Salt Spring is gearing up for another impactful event as the Spring Repair Café makes its triumphant return on Sunday, May 4th. Held at Meaden Hall (120 Blain Rd., downstairs at the Legion) from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM, this event promises to be the largest Repair Café yet, embodying the essence of community, sustainability, and skill-sharing.
Over 40 local volunteer experts will converge to breathe new life into broken belongings, spanning from general household repairs and small electrical appliances to intricate tasks like micro-electronics, knitwear darning, and knife sharpening. The event will also feature a dedicated team from Island Pathways providing tune-ups and repairs for both conventional and e-bikes, reflecting the island’s commitment to pedal-powered mobility.
In a nod to innovation, volunteers from the Salt Spring Island Public Library’s Fab Lab will showcase creative solutions, including 3D printing for fabricating replacement parts—a blend of mod…
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Elizabeth May Re-elected and Mark Carney's Liberals Secure Minority Government
Elizabeth May Re-elected and Mark Carney's Liberals Secure Minority Government
Canada's 2025 federal election concluded with Mark Carney's Liberal Party securing a minority government, marking their fourth consecutive term. Simultaneously, Elizabeth May, co-leader of the Green Party, was re-elected in the Saanich–Gulf Islands riding.
May, a long-standing advocate for environmental issues and democratic reform, secured her seat once again, reinforcing her commitment to the constituents of Saanich–Gulf Islands. Her victory ensures that the Green Party maintains representation in Parliament, albeit limited.
Nationally, the Liberals, under Carney's leadership, won 168 seats, falling short of the 172 needed for a majority in the 343-seat House of Commons. This outcome necessitates collaboration with other parties to pass legislation and maintain confidence in the House.
Carney's campaign emphasized economic stability and a firm stance on national sovereignty, resonating with voters amid escalating tensions with the United States. U.S. President Don…
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Getting to Know our New MLA Rob Botterell
Getting to Know our New MLA Rob Botterell
Before welcoming MLA Rob Botterell to ASK Salt Spring this Friday, May 2, 11-1, SIMS classroom, we thought it would be fun to learn more about what “excites and delights” him personally as well as professionally.
Rob grew up in Oak Bay, playing the alto saxophone in the high-school band and spending much of his free time sailing. When he graduated from high school in 1973, he headed off to UBC to study Economics and Political Science, eventually also receiving his MBA there.
Idyllic as his childhood may sound, he recalls with a chuckle telling his lawyer mother when he left for college that he would never return to Victoria and never become a lawyer, both predictions which turned out to be untrue.
With his MBA and a keen interest in economics, Rob spent the early decades of his career working for TD Bank and was quickly promoted to Comptroller. During those years, he worked in Vancouver and lived on Bowen Island with his wife, now celebrating 45 years together.…
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More, Better Home-Care Supports Coming for B.C. Seniors
More, Better Home-Care Supports Coming for B.C. Seniors
Seniors in B.C. will have better supports to age at home in their community with expanded and improved services as part of a five-year agreement with United Way BC for popular programs, such as Better at Home.
“We are deeply committed to helping seniors remain in their own homes and in the communities they are a part of,” said Josie Osborne, Minister of Health. “Through the programs and services delivered by United Way BC, older adults are able to stay healthier, be more active and better connected to their communities. By expanding these services, we’re helping more seniors throughout our province live more independent lives.”
The Province is investing $304 million over five years in United Way BC to deliver and expand community-based seniors’ services. These services will be delivered by non-profit agencies throughout the province to help seniors live more independently. Community-based seniors’ services include non-medical home supports and programming that help older …
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Seasonal Transit Changes on Salt Spring Island
Seasonal Transit Changes on Salt Spring Island
SALT SPRING ISLAND – BC Transit and the Capital Regional District are announcing seasonal changes to the transit system, effective May 3, 2025.
This spring service change includes an increase in Saturday service on route 2 Fulford Harbour to meet the first ferry of the day and re-introduce seasonal southbound service along Cusheon Lake Road and Stewart Road on select trips.
Changes are being made to Route 3 Vesuvius and Route 4 Long Harbour to better align with ferry schedules.
Check with the most recent Rider’s Guide for updated schedules.
We encourage our customers to use the Transit App, Google Transit or any other app of their choice for real-time bus tracking and planning your next transit journey.
For more information on trip planning, fares and to sign up for customer alerts, please visit bctransit.com/salt-spring-island.
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Liberal Candidate - David Beckham Offers Full Support for the $6Mil Federal Grant Submission for the Lake Maxwell - Water Treatment Plant
Liberal Candidate - David Beckham Offers Full Support for the $6Mil Federal Grant Submission for the Lake Maxwell - Water Treatment Plant
April 20, 2025
Seeking Referendum Support on May 8th to Approve Maxwell Lake WTP Loan
The District is seeking ratepayer support to fund the proposed Maxwell Lake water treatment plant (WTP). The WTP cost preliminary estimate is $12.7M plus contingency costs and an $11.7M loan authorization is required from ratepayers. District staff have developed a financial strategy to minimize the costs to ratepayers and have pursued a federal grant that would reduce the cost by $6M.
"Disclaimer - These opinions are that of the Author and do not represent those of the Board of Trustees or Employees of the NSSWD - North Salt Spring Water District."
Liberal Candidate - David Beckham has offered his full support for the $6Mil Grant from the Federal Government. (See letter below)
David Courtney, Trustee
Salt Spring Island Water and Fire Improvement Districts
Dear David,
Thank you for reaching out to me and providing me with background information on the recent…
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Linda's List for April 20: Planting Onions, Buying Seedlings, Free Webinars
Linda's List for April 20: Planting Onions, Buying Seedlings, Free Webinars
With the recent warm up, the cool tolerant vegetables can be seeded or set out any time: cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, lettuce, salad greens, radishes, peas, potatoes. But if you haven’t planted those yet, not to worry—there is plenty of time for them to produce in our growing season so planting in April or May works fine. For warmth loving plants (tomatoes, peppers, squash, cucumbers, melons, corn, beans), however, don’t be in a rush. Their cells simply do not function in cool temperatures so wait until May to plant these. Gardeners in the rest of Canada will be planting tomatoes on the May long weekend and that date works well for coastal gardeners too. In more protected or warmer gardens, tomatoes and zucchini, which are the most robust of the heat lovers, may go out earlier, especially if covered with cloches, temporary tunnels or floating row cover. The more delicate plants (cucumbers, melons and sweet basil) need consistently warm weather. I often can’t set…
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Updates to Electoral Area Water Conservation Bylaw 4492
Updates to Electoral Area Water Conservation Bylaw 4492
The Capital Regional District (CRD) Board has approved an amendment to CRD Electoral Area Water Conservation Bylaw No. 4492, which regulates water use for local services providing drinking water in the Southern Gulf Islands, Salt Spring Island, and Juan de Fuca Electoral Areas. The changes to Bylaw No. 4492 will come into effect May 1, 2025.
Over the past several years, seasonal droughts have increasingly stressed source water supplies in our smaller local services, making water conservation measures for local services more critical. Bylaw No. 4492, adopted in 2023, has been amended to include a fourth water conservation stage intended to restrict outdoor and residential indoor water use as much as possible at times of severe water shortage. Water use restrictions in any stage do not apply to nurseries, farms, turf farms or tree farms.
Water Restrictions under Stage 4 are as follows:
- All outdoor use of Water is prohibited; and
- Residential indoor use of Water is re…
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