New landfill hours

 

Good Friday and Easter Monday closings

 

Spring cleaning help

 From Alexandria Stillman

It's that time of year again Tahsis; SPRING CLEANING time!

I am available for the next month to help with anything you may need help with around your house and property.

- Cleaning. Deep cleans, decluttering, purging things you don't want anymore, light cleaning tasks, a general tidy once a week. Help with dishes. Whatever you may need, let's get it done!

- any help you may need in the garden. weeding, digging, planting, mixing soil, compost, general garden help. Raking, clearing brush like blackberries or other things that are in the way.

- decluttering your property.

- organizing your home.

Anything else you can think of, don't hesitate to reach out and let's chat. I'd love to help out if I can.

I am trying to make some extra money to get my mom a new-to-her vehicle. I am available any day before 5pm except Sundays.

I have years of cleaning experience ranging from professional AirBnB and Hotel cleans to restaurant kitchen deep cleans. I am locally known and trusted.

You can reach me on Facebook via messenger or commenting or my phone number is 250 830 4384.

Library Easter holidays

 

Tony and Judy day

 The senior centre hosted a lunch to commemorate the long career of service by Judy and Tony Ellis. A big crowd came out to thank them for all their work.

Holy Thursday Mass

 

Father Joseph will be here on Thursday, April 2. We will have a potluck at 5:00 and mass at 7:00. All are invited to participate.

Boat launch update

 

Worker wanted

 

Fuerste Vaccination services is looking to add a crew member to join our fin Clipping team in Tahsis/GR. Please reach out to hfuerste@fuerstevaccinations.com or pm@fuerstevaccinations.com for more information.

Tahsis Volunteer Fire Rescue fundraiser

 

The Tahsis Volunteer Fire Rescue Association has teamed up with Island Jerky to do a BEEF JERKY FUNDRAISER.

For those who do not know, the Tahsis Volunteer Fire Rescue Association is a non-profit group run by the members of the fire department. Money raised by the association is used to support the community, and will also go towards our upcoming project of restoring the original 1937 Tahsis fire truck.

Island Jerky is made right here on Vancouver Island and is some of the best beef jerky around.

There are four flavours to choose from: Original, Teriyaki, Black Pepper, and Sweet & Spicy.

The 80g packages cost $9 each, or 3 for $25, or 4 for $30. Cash is best, but we are also accepting e-transfers if you don’t have enough cash.

Order deadline is April 8th, and the jerky will be delivered to Tahsis approximately April 14th.

If you are interested in purchasing some beef jerky, then reach out to any of the members of our fire department. Thanks everyone for your support.

Haiku contest

 

Update from Tahsis Lodge and Marina

 

We're busy working behind the scenes and looking forward to opening our doors soon.

While we're not quite there yet, here are our tentative opening timelines so you know what to expect:

Town Boat Launch – targeting for prior to May 1, 2026

Tahsis Lodge & Marina – April 2027

Pub at Tahsis Lodge & Marina – Mid-season 2027

Fish Processing – June 2027

Starting June 2027, we'll be offering flaked & cubed ice at the Tahsis Lodge & Marina.

Our website is currently under construction and will be launching within the next month.

Follow along for updates, sneak peeks, and launch announcements. We can't wait to welcome you to Tahsis Lodge & Marina

Asa’s Odd Job Service

Asa has helped us and is a reliable, hard worker.

Easter events at the rec centre

 

Snow expected Mar 25

 Message from the village

“ Mainroad North Island advises that heavy snow is forecast for the HBFSR tomorrow. ”

Father Mel will celebrate mass at St. Joseph’s this Saturday. 9:30 All welcome.

 

Pool closed

 

Crafterday at the library

 

Alcohol Anonymous meetings

 

An Alcoholics Anonymous group is starting in Tahsis on Tuesday, March 31. The meetings will be held at the Senior Centre at 6:30.  If you have any questions call 1-250-203-1675.

Ellises’ retirement celebration

 

Spring break at rec centre

 

Pool closure

 

Sam took this lovely photo. Had to share.

 

Tahsis Lodge and Marina update

 We’re excited to share that Tahsis Lodge and Marina will soon be adding a brand new marina, with installation planned for May/June.

The new marina will feature approximately 30 slips, creating more space and improved access for both local boaters and visitors exploring the west coast of Vancouver Island.

We’re incredibly proud to be investing in the future of Tahsis and can’t wait for the community and travellers alike to enjoy a modern, welcoming marina right in the heart of town.

Stay tuned as we share updates throughout the installation process.

Saturday, March 14 Mass cancelled.

Author reading by Michael Christie

 

Mass this Saturday

 Mass at St Joseph’s, 9:30 Saturday, March 14.

Mayor’s report March 3

At this point, the new boat launch ramp has been completed in the tidal zone, with future work including adding more riprap to stabilize it and further concrete slabs added above the tideline.  Completion of the project involves placement of a new metal gangway and floating dock for the launch, along with building a new public washroom beside it. The old airplane dock has been removed as it had advanced rot. No contract has been tendered yet for a replacement and we will see how our costs are going before proceeding further, as we are avoiding any cost overruns. 

The museum upgrades are largely complete and we hope to have our opening in May. Displays will take longer but the plan is to have First Nation history, Colonial history, mill history and natural history of the region.

I am not happy to announce that the planned longterm care facility planned for Campbell River has been shelved by the province, which is in a budget crisis currently. The Comox Strathcona Health Board, of which I am a director, had allocated $50 million toward this project and our Chairperson is seeking a meeting with the Province to address this. For now, the prospects of reviving the project in the near future are not good.

Weather message from village

 Mainroad reports heavy snowfall on the HBFSR this morning.  No further details at this time.  Check DriveBC for updates.

Tech help at the library March 7

 Got a tech problem you can’t solve? Matthew will try to help you. Call the library 1-250-934-6621 to book an appointment.

March calendar thanks to Silvie K.

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Permanent daylight saving time

 

Message from government of BC.

When we turn the clocks ahead on March 8, it will be the last time change ever for BC.

We're making Daylight Saving Time permanent, with a new time zone called Pacific Time (PT).

It aligns us with the Yukon, which stopped changing its clocks in 2020. PT will be aligned with Alberta and other regions on Mountain Standard Time in the winter, and with California, Washington, Oregon and other Pacific Standard Time regions the rest of the year.

This change is better for our health, our routines, and gives us an extra hour of daylight during those dark winter months. It also simplifies life for businesses and service providers—and for everyone who’s said they’re ready for a permanent change.