Last week’s editorial in the Coast Reporter, “An opportunity for engagement,” invited residents to share their thoughts on the shíshálh Nation and B.C. government Land Use Planning process by Jan. 31. For some time, Area A has wanted a voice and to be involved in how decisions are made and matters of Crown land use. By filling out the “Participant Questionnaire” you have the chance to share your thoughts, mostly through multiple-choice questions, anonymously. This is an opportunity we have not had on many issues affecting our community in the past. Please take advantage of this one before Jan. 31. Go to landuseplanning.gov.bc.ca to access the questionnaire.
The Literacy Crawl “Words in the Woods” continues until Jan. 29. The colourful letters are posted throughout the community. When all words are collected, they form a phrase. Complete the entry form at www.pendercommunity.ca or call 604-883-2826 to compete for a wonderful prize.
Volunteers have been hard at work resulting in a fantastic, fresh, new Thrift Store in Egmont at the Community Hall. Come shop the great selection of clothes, toys and home accessories. Open every day.
Pender Harbour and Egmont Chamber of Commerce AGM via Zoom will take place Wednesday, Jan. 27 at noon. Keynote speaker will be Area A director Leonard Lee. Contact 604-883-2561 or [email protected] to access.
The Pender Harbour and Area Residents Association will hold their winter Town Hall meting via Zoom at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 31. Find out what PHARA and other community groups have been working on over the past year. There will be updates on the recent derelict boat removal activity, the Dock Management Plan, PH Health Centre, a report from the Area A director, presentations from community groups and latest development of local projects. Question, answer and discussion period will follow. To better coordinate the Q & A session (via Chat function) email your questions and comments prior to the meeting to [email protected]. For more information and the Zoom link, go to PHARA.ca and click on the links.
The Pender Harbour Community Club will hold their AGM Feb. 2, 7 p.m. via Zoom. Marlene Cymbalist will be contacting members.
Many years ago, I nervously set out for an interview with an important woman in our community for a volunteer position she had held for seven years. My simple responses to her questions were OK and no one else had applied. I came away equipped with history, resource material and inspiration; perfectly mentored. My first Harbour Highlights column took four days. I could not type and was/am a tech no ! phob. Weeks and columns later I received an email from her. “The column has gone to a good home.” In my mind I saw her smile. Wow! Whew. This first volunteer job in Pender Harbour changed my life. I was home. Thank you, my great friend and mentor Rose Everett. We miss you.
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