Saturday, 28 December 2024

Polar Bear Plunge

 










Because of a lot of regulations, the polar bear plunge event is now very unofficial.

It happens at noon on January 1 at the boat launch behind the post office. All ages are welcome.

I know for a fact that a group has plans to serve free hotdogs and hot cocoa.

Don’t be late because the event is a quick one.

Sunday, 22 December 2024

Canadian Coast Guard gives sunken fishing vessel a lift to Gold River

 The Canadian Coast Guard is reminding vessel owners to consider the cost of repairs and recoveries after its Tahsis crew recovered and towed a sunken fishing boat from the docks of Westview Marina to Gold River this month. 

Earlier this fall, the Canadian Coast Guard received a call about a sunken 45-foot vessel from Westview Marina dock.

The Canadian Coast Guard recovered and towed a sunken vessel from Westview Marina to Gold River in December 2024. Photo Credit: Canadian Coast Guard Facebook page. 

On Dec. 17, the Canadian Coast Guard stated that the fishing boat had been “successfully refloated and towed to Gold River, British Columbia, for removal from the marine environment.”

The crew’s Tahsis station took care of the operation by containing the vessel in need of repair on a “high flotation containment boom and monitored the vessel until it was patched, refloated, and safely towed in earlier this month,” read the statement.

The Canadian Coast Guard recovered and towed a sunken vessel from Westview Marina to Gold River in December 2024. Photo Credit: Canadian Coast Guard Facebook page. 

With storm season in full swing, the likelihood of boat damage increases as does the number of derelict boats left at shore. 

The Canadian Coast Guard is reminding that they are “responsible for the costs of addressing their problem vessel, including cleanup or repairs, and any remediation action taken by us,” reads the statement.

The Canadian Coast Guard recovered and towed a sunken vessel from Westview Marina to Gold River in December 2024. Photo Credit: Canadian Coast Guard Facebook page. 

The Tahsis Search and Rescue station includes a 14.7 meter Coast Guard lifeboat, and operate around the clock, 365 days a year.

Thursday, 19 December 2024

Tahsis library holiday hours

 









Just a reminder that the Tahsis Library is open regular hours/days this week, but won't re-open until Saturday, December 28th. If you have holds on the shelf, or would like to stock up on books or DVDs before the holidays, please stop in.

Wishing all a Happy Holiday Season

Coal Creek winter break

 














Hello everyone, we are open at the cafe Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, this week 8am - 3pm.
Our last day of the year will be Saturday, December 21st. We will then be closed for the month of January.

Please anyone that is hoping to stock up on coffee before we close for our break - help us help you: If you could let us know we can fill your order for you before we are done.

Thank you!

Wednesday, 18 December 2024

Tuesday, 17 December 2024

Monday, 16 December 2024

Sunday, 15 December 2024

Wreath making workshop

 Tahsis Literacy sponsored the annual wreath making workshop, a Christmas tradition. Thanks to June Taylor for being the leader and to Ron Taylor for collecting the greens.


















































Saturday, 14 December 2024

Holiday hours

 Holidays hours for store and restaurant

From December 20th to January 1st 12:00 to 5:00 pm
Closed December 25
Have a happy holiday and merry Christmas from Sharma family and staff

Turkey dinner special

 









Ocean View Restaurant

Turkey Dinner

$25.00

Friday, December 20

For reservations or takeout call 250-934-6232

Friday, 13 December 2024

Thursday, 12 December 2024

The Local is open.

 






The bear watchers have told me it looks lke the bears have turned in for the winter. The Local stand by the post office is now open. Since there is no mail delivery those putting in items for sale should post here to alert buyers. If anyone wants to be a vendor contact me (Olson.stephanie2009@ gmail.com) and I’ll explain the procedure

Tuesday, 10 December 2024

Monday, 9 December 2024

Santa in a fire truck

 An annual tradition in Tahsis - Santa riding in a firetruck and his elves delivering goodies. Thanks to all the volunteers who work on this.






Friday, 6 December 2024

Last tech help of the year

 Want to learn to view magazines online? Watch free movies? Take foreign language lessons? Listen to audiobooks? Call the library (260-934-6621) to book an appointment with Matthew for Friday, December 13. 



Thursday, 5 December 2024

Wednesday, 4 December 2024

Blog birthday

 On December 4, 2014, Karli Y. started this blog. She did a beautiful post on Christmas preparations at St. Joseph’s church. (Reposted below.) When she moved away in 2017, I, Stephanie O. decided it was worth continuing. We’re nearing a half million views and 3000 posts. Thanks Karli for such a good idea. Hope others find it useful. 

St. Joseph Catholic Church getting ready for Christmas Eve

4 volunteers were at St. Joseph Catholic Church today, getting ready for the Christmas Eve Service, by bringing in some beautiful local greenery to give the church some holiday decoration.  The boughs and bows were leftover from the wreath making workshop last weekend.

Battista was there carefully setting up his lovely creche that he built and has embellished every year.  It is arranged on a bed of natural moss.




St. Joseph's Church is holding mass on Christmas Eve at 5 pm, followed by a potluck supper at 6 pm, then the Tahsis Twang Gang will be there at 7:30 pm to provide some Christmas music.  Everyone can join in the carolling, and enjoy some sweets and coffee afterwards.

     

Sunday, 1 December 2024

Saturday, 30 November 2024

Fan-Tahsis Truckin’ anniversary


This month marks the 10th anniversary for Fan-Tahsis Truckin’ run by Terry Fassbender. 

He brings the library delivery every week and grocery orders from Thrifty Foods. He’s hauled furniture and appliances. During COVID he was our lifeline for many things.

Thanks Terry for your dependable service.

Call 250-934-5567 to arrange a delivery.

Wednesday, 27 November 2024

Tuesday, 26 November 2024

 


 


Sunday, 24 November 2024

Chair yoga’s regular schedule

 









   Chair Yoga will take place every Monday and Wednesday at 11:oo at the Senior Centre unless notified otherwise.

Saturday, 23 November 2024

Hospital Auxiliary basket winners

 The winners for the hospital aux baskets were

Kathy Ainsworth - coffee basket. Darla Hamilton - wine and cheese basket.

Wednesday, 20 November 2024

Road conditions update 8:00 am Wednesday

 Please be advised that high winds have resulted in significant fallen trees/debris on roads and highways throughout the North Island. Several road and highway closures have been implemented overnight, including:

 

  • Highway 19N between Port McNeill and Campbell River
  • Highway 28
  • Highway 30
  • Head Bay FSR
  • Coal Harbour Rd
  • Zeballos FSR

 

Our maintenance contractor has set up road closures and checkpoints, hazard assessments are underway and when conditions permit safe access crews and subcontractors will begin clearing trees/debris. We are aware of power outages and will continue working with BC Hydro to coordinate their assessments and repairs. Wind warnings remain in effect currently, with peak winds expected this morning and easing into the afternoon.

 

Further updates will be provided as conditions change, and current information is posted on DriveBC.

 

Thanks,

 

Kellen Truant

Operations Manager, North Island

Highways and Regional Services Division

Office: 236-468-1941

 

Tuesday, 19 November 2024

Head Bay Road closed

 Village of Tahsis crews have set up barricades to close the HBFSR at our end.  Mainroad has contacted contractors in Campbell River to assemble at dawn and start the hazard assessments and clearing working east to west. MoTI says Highway 28 to remain closed until at least noon Nov 20thCheckpoints are in place at Gold River and the brake check at the top of General Hill on the Campbell River side.

 

Emergency services have been notified and BC Hydro crews will be accessing the area tonight to perform an assessment

 

Check DriveBC for updates on both.

Road closed

 5:40pm TUESDAY NOVEMBER 19: Please be advised that Highway 28 and Head Bay FSR have been closed due to weather conditions, with high wind resulting in trees falling on to the highway.

Our maintenance contractor has set up the road closure and we are currently monitoring conditions. Winds are expected to diminish into the evening and overnight and once crews can safely access and clear the roads they will be reopened.
I will provide an update as further information is available.
Regards,
Kellen Truant
Operations Manager, North Island
Highways and Regional Services Division
Office: 236-468-1941

Monday, 18 November 2024

Chair Yoga continues

 









              Chair Yoga

Wednesday, November 20

11:00

Senior Centre