In the Community

Also, remembering iconic boat builder Barrie Farrell

(And how the Queen once tasted food produced from Howe Sound Cooperative Cannery in Elphinstone)

Come on out on Sept. 18 to the parking lot at the Gibsons and Area Rec Centre from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. to honour Terry Fox with your participation. 

The St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program is actively looking for people who’d like visits from the program's volunteer dogs (and their human handlers) who visit people who are feeling lonely, dealing with illness, looking for more support, or who just need a little boost of love and companionship.

Also, Bear Alliance’s Diane Henley speaking at FLAIR

Also, conserve that water, we’re on Stage 4 and the second annual Seaside Shuffle is this weekend

The Sunshine Coast Labour Council hosted its annual Labour Day Picnic at Dougall Park in Gibsons Sept. 5. The festivities included free hot dogs, kids crafts, kids games, face painting, community booths, music, speeches and more. hiwus (Calvin Craigan) opened the event at noon on the main stage and speeches and music followed.

hiwus, Calvin Craigan, presents a free series, open to everyone this month

Lia Cuccurullo grew up on Salt Spring and has taught around the world

Harvest Festival returns Sunday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.