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BUSINESS MAGAZINE Albert Kaye and Sons Drilling .............................. 5 Anna J. Pugh Law Corporation .......................... 14 BCSPCA ............................................................. 23 Bearfoot Renewables ........................................ 16 CIBC................................................................... 24 Cowichan Woodwork Ltd. .................................. 22 Fresco Refrigeration .......................................... 27 Gulf Islands Driftwood ...................................... 12 Gulf Islands Septic ............................................. 25 Ion Accounting & Tax Solutions ......................... 17 Irwin Collision ................................................... 29 Jim Pattison Subaru ............................................ 6 Kapa Kai Glass ................................................... 28 Laurie’s Garbage and Recycling ......................... 21 Li Read, Sea to Sky Properties ............................. 7
Moby’s Pub.......................................................... 4 Mouat’s Trading Co. ........................................... 11 McLean, Lizotte, Wheadon and Company............ 8 Pacific Rollshutters & Awnings .......................... 18 Pomodoro Pizza and More................................. 13 Recreation Excellence ........................................ 19 Salt Spring Adventure Co. .................................... 3 Salt Spring Communication Station .................. 31 Salt Spring Island Chamber of Commerce.......... 10 Salt Spring Island Mobile Electronic Repair ......... 9 Salt Spring Self Storage..................................... 15 Salt Spring Shine............................................... 26 SeaFirst Insurance Brokers................................. 20 Terra Luma Design............................................. 30 Windsor Plywood .............................................. 32
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Ambulance, Fire, Police................................... 911 BC Ferries Reservations ................ 1.888.223.3779 Salt Spring Bus Service .......250.538.4282 BC Hydro Trouble calls................. 1.888.769.3766 BCAA - Emergency road service ................. 1.800.222.4357 Coast Guard - Rescue Coordination Centre .......................... 1.800.567.5111 Non Emergency ..............250.537.5813 Land only Search and Rescue call RCMP........................250.537.5555 Ocean only Search and Rescue call Coast Guard .............250.537.5813 Highway Maintenance .......250.537.5722
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Senior Drivers Program ......250.537.4604 Lions Bus for Wheelchair Bound.............................250.537.2983 Motor Vehicles Office..........250.537.5527 Harbour Authority of SSI ....250.537.5711 Police-RCMP.......................250.537.5555 Fire and Rescue ..................250.537.2531 Hospital..............................250.538.4800 Poison Control Centre ...... 1.800.567.8911 Ambulance.........................250.537.9711 CRD Animal Control ............250.537.9414 Community Health Services District Nurse ..................250.538.4880 Community Services ..........250.537.9971 Transition House ................250.537.0735 24-Hour Violence & Abuse Help Line........... 1.877.435.7544
Emergency Operations Centre .............................250.537.1220 Crime Stoppers ................ 1.800.386.8455 Forest Fire Reports .......... 1.888.663.5555 Help Line for Children.........250.310.1234 BC Nurse Helpline...............................811 CRD Director’s Office ...........250.538.0009 Islands Trust Office .............250.537.9144 CRD Parks and Recreation ......................250.537.4448
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SALT SPRING ADVENTURE CO. • 3
Outdoors lover guides adventure fun Looking for a fun and educational way to get out on the water for family members or friends? Salt Spring Adventure Company offers a full range of activities that make the most of the island’s beautiful outdoor playground. With opportunities like whale-watching trips, kayak tours and multi-day expeditions, paddle board rentals and even stand-up paddle board yoga lessons, business owner Yvonne Poirier makes sure there’s something to cater to everyone’s interest and comfort levels. The company also offers bike rentals, summer camps and customized group programs. “We are here to educate and allow clients to experience an adventure that suits them, and our main goal is to make sure everyone has fun!” Poirier says.
Poirier bought the business around five years ago, after managing the company founded by Sean Mulligan for a few years. One of her favourite things about being an outdoor educator and guide is being able to work with youth, particularly those who are experiencing nature for the first time. “I love to watch them as they reconnect and learn to love their time outside, learning and trying different things,” she explains. As someone who loves to spend her free time hiking, foraging, kayaking and boating, it’s clear Poirier is the perfect host to help others share those joys — and that she’s found her dream job. Getting to do it on Salt Spring is just the icing on the cake.
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4 • moby’s pub
An oasis of good eating, drinking, entertainment & friends
One of Salt Spring’s most cherished watering holes, Moby’s is not a bar, but a pub in the full sense of the tradition. Anyone from age 19 to 90 will find what they need for a fun and enjoyable outing. “A true pub’s work does not end with drinks alone. The pub serves as a restaurant, meeting house, social club, town hall and sporting house,” says owner Dale Schweighardt. “Moby’s is a pub in the true sense of the word.” Moby’s experienced staff ensure every visit is enjoyable,
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whatever the reason. Their expert service matches the exceptional skill in the kitchen, where the chef creates delectable dishes like warm duck baby kale salad and barbecued pulled pork slow roasted in-house. Gourmet burgers and sandwiches and items like the smoked black cod and chorizo chowder put the menu a tasty cut above standard casual fare. As for ambience, Moby’s is the home of live music during all seasons, with great bands and DJs from Salt Spring, Vancouver Island and the Lower Mainland rocking the stage weekend nights. Weeknights, the pub’s role as a community gathering place is even more pronounced, with islanders feeling comfortable enough to raise their voices in song during two regular events: the SongJam sing-along on Wednesdays and an open mic night on Thursdays. Sports fans will find the home team is well represented in the pub, as every Canucks game is screened. Moby’s has also become the unofficial centre for fans wanting to witness special events both with national and local significance. In the past year, islanders gathered to watch the FIFA women’s world cup and to learn Salt Spring’s results of the Kraft Project Play competition. With a great outdoor patio providing outstanding views of Ganges Harbour, there’s really nothing else to ask for. “Settle in, get comfortable, grab a pint and enjoy a taste of authentic pub cuisine,” Schweighardt says. “We’re sure you’ll have a good time. Because you’re not visiting a bar, you’ve come to the pub.”
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ALBERT KAYE AND SONS DRILLING • 5
Longtime Salt Spring resident has been divining water for over fifty years Albert Kaye finds and drills water sources in the most challenging landscapes. Living in the Gulf Islands, residents are faced on a daily basis with a strange paradox- we’re surrounded by water and yet water can be one of the most difficult things to get. As we all know, water is the source of life, so finding a good water source can be a homeowner’s most important task. Albert Kaye realized many years ago that he has a gift for finding water, and has translated this skill into Albert Kaye and Sons Drilling, a well established island business. Despite their long history
on Salt Spring, the Kayes enjoy meeting newcomers to the island and are always happy to extend their services and special skills. In addition to divining and drilling wells, Albert Kaye and Sons Drilling provides several services; they also offer water sample testing and pump testing through Maxxam Analytics in Victoria. Albert Kaye and Sons Drilling can be reached by telephone at 250-653-4757 or by email at albertkaye@hotmail.com • Licensed driller • Licensed pump installer in British Columbia
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6 • JIM PATTISON SUBARU
Jim Pattison Subaru Our community dealership
Signature Sponsor of the St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program. The core values of caring and community resonate profoundly with us as an organization and with our owners.
Jim Pattison Subaru continues to deliver the dedication that Salt Spring Island has enjoyed throughout the years with the Subaru brand, and community commitment. We know you have high expectations, and as a car dealership we enjoy the challenge of meeting and exceeding those standards each and every time. By treating the needs of
each individual customer with paramount concern, we continue to build and maintain our Salt Spring client relationships. Our experienced sales staff is eager to share its knowledge with you. We encourage you to browse our online inventory, visit our showroom, and schedule a test drive with “Aussie Bob,” our Salt Spring specialist, or any of our qualified sales staff.
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LI READ, SEA TO SKY PREMIER PROPERTIES • 7
Li Read Loves Business When it comes to understanding Salt Spring’s unique business community and its real estate needs, Li Read is your source. In her third term as the president of the Chamber of Commerce, and with her many years in real estate, and knowledge of the Islands, she has the necessary experience to help entrepreneurs select perfect business options for their families and to aid builders and developers looking for a new project. “I spend much of my time with buyers interested in Gulf Islands properties. I know what they are looking for,” Read explains. “Before you build or develop, doesn’t it make sense to talk to someone who understands what the market is looking for?” Read can help find the right spot for any new business venture, whether a restaurant, a B&B, a home-based
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business, or an investment property. Her motto is “See Li for Successful Solutions”. Read’s listings always include a variety of properties: residential, commercial, investment, acreages, and development potentials. Looking to be a part of the “foodie revolution”? Let Li show you arable opportunities. How about an heirloom farm? Or, be a part of the hospitality lifestyle ... welcome visitors to Salt Spring to share the calm of the Islands. Where does the entrepreneurial spirit take you? If you are looking for a business that suits your lifestyle, “See Li for Successful Solutions”.
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8 • MCLEAN, LIZOTTE AND WHEADON
You are not just a number at MLW and Company
Fred Lizotte, CPA, McLean, Lizotte, Wheadon and Company
The firm of McLean, Lizotte, Wheadon and Company is a public accounting partnership of four with offices on Salt Spring Island and in Victoria. Edith Sacker founded the Salt Spring Island location in the 1970s as the need for localized accounting services grew on the island. Although the ownership of the practice has changed
over the years, two local CPAs, Frédéric Lizotte and Paula Wheadon, now operate it. The Salt Spring Island office employs four individuals: a receptionist, one accounting technician and the two partners. Lizotte has watched the practice grow and change over the years. “We have always focused on providing professional, courteous, personalized service in a timely manner to a wide spectrum of clientele,” said Lizotte. Providing professional, courteous, personalized service in a timely manner and offering solutions to taxation or business problems is the source of their success. They work closely with clients, whether addressing Canadian tax issues or offering accounting and taxation solutions to individuals or businesses. Dealing with Canadian taxation issues is mostly centered on preparing personal, corporate or estate tax returns. Other services include accounting services, monthly management accounting support to private businesses and not-for-profit organizations, representing clients in responding to inquiries by the Canada Revenue Agency, and auditing services to local not-for-profit organizations. If you are looking for an accounting firm where you are not just a number, it is time to call McLean, Lizotte, Wheadon and Company.
The numbers don’t lie It pays big dividends to have a reliable accountant
Services offered include: • Tax preparation (personal, corporate, estate). • Tax planning, accounting, bookkeeping. • Auditing of not-for-profit and charities. • Consulting for buying/selling/starting a business.
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SALT SPRING ISLAND MOBILE ELECTRONIC REPAIR • 9
Local mobile repairs save islanders time and money close to home Colton Prevost founded Salt Spring Island Mobile Electronic Repair around a year and a half ago, building on five years experience before opening shop at the Ganges Alley complex. Prevost was repairing phones and tablets on the side while working for BC Ferries before deciding to make it his main business. Repairs of all sorts are done at the shop, but most of the time is spent replacing screens and batteries on iPhones and iPads. “Batteries on phones typically last about two years before noticeably degrading, and we offer free diagnosis for battery health,” Prevost says. “Our prices for battery replacements are typically half of what Apple or most shops charge, as I would rather see customers holding onto their devices for as long as possible,
instead of further contributing to the wastefulness of modern society.” The shop stocks nearly every iPhone and iPad part possible, so turnaround time is minimal. They also carry many accessories such as charging cables, tempered glass and cases, as well as refurbished devices. Prevost notes that software corruption and damage from liquid is becoming common these days, and many people don’t consider backing up their device’s data until it’s too late. If a device does take an unwanted dip, he says the worst thing to do is to plug it in afterward because the components will short out. “If you care about your photos and other data, bring the device in as soon as possible so we can clean the motherboard properly,” Prevost advises.
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10 • SALT SPRING CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Presenting the new Salt Spring Community & Business Awards! Winners receive a Salty Award and over 50 awards are given out in two areas – Community and Business. Thank you Salt Spring Island! Your support of the Salty Awards is amazing – there were 650 nominees! Thanks for joining us at the Community Awards on Oct. 17th and the Business Awards on Oct 19th at Meaden Hall. Congratulations to all nominees and winners and thank you to all event and trophy sponsors.
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MOUAT’S HOME HARDWARE • 11
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57 YEARS OF PUBLISHING The Gulf Islands Driftwood celebrated 57 years of publishing in March 2017. The first edition of the Salt Spring Driftwood newspaper landed on island shores on Thursday, March 24, 1960, at the hands of editor-publisher-owner E.V. (Woody) Fisher and his wife Barbara (Bobbie) Fisher. Frank and Barbara Richards purchased the Driftwood in January 1967. Frank Richards had been with the Sidney Review for 17 years and its editor for the previous 10. Barbara was a registered nurse but embraced her new business and an active life on Salt Spring until her death in 1987. All three of the Richards children — Jill, Tony and Valerie — were involved in the paper at various times, with Tony becoming as hooked on the business as his father
had been. Frank remained the president of Driftwood Publishing Ltd. until his death at age 93 in 2011 and continued to write and contribute until 2003. Tony retired from day-to-day involvement with the paper in 2004, but stayed on as the company’s managing director. After Frank’s death he became president and was acting publisher for one year until Amber Ogilvie came on in 2012. Over the years the Driftwood has won many provincial and national awards, including “Best Overall Newspaper” in Canada within its circulation category and seven other national awards received in 2017. The formula for the Driftwood’s success is simple, and is based on neither luck nor
coincidence: we present a credible news package every week and in so doing deliver to advertisers the audience they wish to reach. The staff at the Driftwood has seen many changes in 57 years, notably in technology that permits us to do more, and do it better. The changes in the next 50 years or so will likely be even greater as we shift to different ways of delivering the news. But the principles will remain unchanged, as will our commitment to serving the Gulf Islands community. New innovations over the past few years have included video style news reports available through gulfislandsdriftwood. com and on Facebook. Readers can also get up to the minute news through with our Twitter feeds.
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POMODORO PIZZA AND MORE • 13
Pizza ... and a whole lot more Lianne Fidler has been the owner of Pomodoro Pizza and More since August of 2016. Located at 142 Fulford-Ganges Road in Ganges, Pomodoro offers a huge range of pizzas, wraps, subs and soups. In addition to 15 different specialty pizzas, with Italian, whole wheat or wheat-free crusts, customers can build their own. There’s also a take-home-to-cook option. Pizza slices available daily are pepperoni, vegetarian, Hawaiian and cheese, along with a special of the day. See saltspringpizza. ca for a full menu. Everything at Pomodoro is made from scratch, using local ingredients as much as possible. The business employs three people. Lianne’s culinary experience has included running the Legion kitchen and being a rig camp chef, and she also worked at
Pomodoro under the previous owners. She has worked at a furniture polishing company, poured concrete, and delivered mail for 12 years. Her favourite thing about operating a business on Salt Spring, she says with a smile, is that she and her staff member Ingrid Vergalen “know everyone, and enjoy the personal harassment of customers.” As the co-owner of a new tugboat, she loves being out on the water when she is not at work. Pomodoro has existed on Salt Spring for some 35 years under different owners and names. It was initiated by Louis Renaud as Luigi’s Pizza. Jamie and Sherry Macdonnell were the long-time owners who named it Pomodoro.
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14 • ANNA J. PUGH BARRISTER & SOLICITOR
Law practice ready to meet any situation Anna J. Pugh Law offers a familyfriendly, full service firm right in the heart of Ganges. The general practice firm covers real estate, wills, estates and corporate law in a space where clients can feel comfortable and welcome. Pugh, who was born and raised in the Yukon, first began practicing in family law prior to starting her own family and moving to Salt Spring. Since 2009, she has had real estate, wills, estates and corporate work as the primary areas of practice. She acquired the practice from Ian Clement in 2016. “I enjoy assisting others with some of the best and sometimes the worst events in their lives,” Pugh says. “Sometimes I share the joy of a first-time home buyer; sometimes I help in times when someone’s grieving the loss of a loved one. Sometimes it’s just a practical, everyday need for legal advice.” A lawyer is always available in the office, and the firm boasts staff that are knowledgable and friendly long-time islanders. “We strive to provide quality service, with an emphasis on Salt Spring knowledge
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and experience,” Pugh says. Since moving to the island Pugh has been impressed both by Salt Spring’s natural beauty and also by the people she’s met. “I think I have been most struck by the activity and engagement of so many
people who pour their hearts into Salt Spring, whether by protecting it, or giving back to the island and the community. We feel really lucky and privileged this is now our home and we get to raise our children here,” Pugh says.
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Salt Spring’s best storage facility Salt Spring Self Storage provides a valuable service to our island’s households and businesses. If your needs are short term because you’re doing a renovation on your home or longer term because you’re travelling or moving and are between homes, we have the storage space that will fit your needs. Maybe your business needs additional storage space for paper files or inventoried products or tools and supplies. We have a storage space for you.
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ION ACCOUNTING & TAX SOLUTIONS • 17
Smart solutions found in cloud-based accounting Ion Accounting and Tax Solutions is a cloud-based accounting firm for forward-thinking business owners and individuals looking for efficiency and sustainability. James Martin, CPA, CA, Ion’s founder and CEO, opened the Salt Spring branch in September after Jean Elwell, CPA, CA accepted a new career opportunity in Vancouver and chose Martin to take her place. “Ion Accounting and Tax Solutions is honored that Jean has chosen our firm as her successor in her accounting practice, and we will do our absolute best to uphold the high standards of service, integrity, and accuracy that clients have grown accustomed to,” Martin says. Now a Chartered Professional Accountant, Martin started his professional career as a soldier with Princess Patricia’s Canadian
Light Infantry and later served as a reserve infantry officer with the Canadian Scottish Regiment. He articled with a large, global public accounting firm after moving into finance. “Every one of these career shifts has meant essentially starting from scratch with all of the intense training and steep learning curves that starting over entails, but I wouldn’t have had it any other way. The continued challenges have added fullness to my life and shaped me into the person that I am now,” Martin says. Ion offers full accounting services and is deeply committed to green business practices, to which its paperless, cloud-based business model is ideally suited; while realtime collaboration and reporting of data about their businesses helps clients make better business decisions in a timely manner. James Martin, CPA, CA
A C C O U N T I N G & TA X
S O L U T I O N S* CHARTERED PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTANT
Welcome to Cloud-Based Accounting Ion Accounting and Tax Solutions is a cloudbased accounting firm for forward-thinking business owners and individuals looking for the efficiency and sustainability that only cloudbased accounting can provide.
IN THIS BUSY WORLD, TIME IS THE MOST VALUABLE COMMODITY OF ALL. Accounting has evolved rapidly over the last decade and powerful new business apps are constantly being developed that are revolutionizing the way we do business. Trips to the accountant’s office are becoming a thing of the past. Documents can now be received and delivered by using simple, secure, digital applications that save time and money.
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This kind of connectivity provides you with convenient, real-time access to your financial information, facilitating informed and up to the minute decision making abilities. Victoria Office: 500-1112 Fort Street, Victoria, BC V8V 3K8 PH: 250-538-0371 FX: 250-984-7670 SALT SPRING BUSINESS MAGAZINE • OCTOBER 18, 2017 OCTOBER 19, 2016 SS BUSINESS • 17
18 • PACIFIC ROLLSHUTTERS & AWNINGS
Awning & Rollshutter Solutions for Salt Spring homes Pacific Rollshutters & Awnings is the largest retailer of residential shade and security products on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada. The company was started in 1991 and is owned by well-known business owners, Nigel Brown, Debra Ruffell & Don Beatty. Don is the general manager and the business shares the Ruffell & Brown showroom located at #2 – 2745 Bridge Street. Showroom hours are Mon – Fri 9:00 to 5:00 and Saturday from 9:30 to 4:00. We welcome you to come in and take a look at all of our wonderful products. They are on display and available for you to compare the various models and options. Many of
our clients prefer us to come to them – which allows us to view their situation in person, take measurements, provide ideas and give an accurate estimate. In-home visits and estimates are free of charge and are available any day and time that is most convenient for you. We guarantee fast, courteous and dependable service! If you’d like information on your particular situation and would like us to contact you, please either call us at the phone number above or email us at: info@pacificrollshutters.com. **Please note: we are not a manufacturer of the products that we sell. For manufacturer contact information please visit our website.
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RECREATION EXCELLENCE • 19
Rainbow Road
aquatic centre
the fun place to be!
250.537.1402 The Rainbow Road Aquatic Centre features a 25-metre sixlane pool and hot tub and offers a variety of aquatic programs and activities including aquafit and Red Cross swimming lessons. Working out in the water is one of the most therapeutic activities you can participate in. Water aerobics builds cardio, strength and resistance with minimal impact for those suffering from muscle and joint pain or chronic illness.
IRENE GIBBS - “I enjoy the Aquafit class, I need it to keep myself active and fit. There is a good social aspect and I’ve made a lot of nice new friends that are really grateful this pool exists.” LAURIE STORR - “I go to Aquafit classes 3 times a week. Classes keep me mobile, flexible. It’s really great cardio first thing in the morning and I’m feeling good for the rest of the week.” PETER TOBY - “I don’t know what I’d do without it. Since it’s opened I come 3-4 days minimum and I just love it. It’s a little community in its own.”
ENERGIZER AQUAFIT: This class will challenge you to work hard in shallow or deep water, guided through a number of exercises which will help with your strength, flexibility and fitness. NOONERS AQUAFIT: For those looking for more strength and stretching, these exercises are designed to get your blood flowing and your muscles moving. AQUALITE: If you have had hip or knee trouble or have had heart problems, then this is the class for you. This low-intensity, cardio exercise class is perfect for those needing to focus on balance and core strength. FRIDAY NIGHT MADNESS: This is a fun time for the younger folks in our community to come out and enjoy the pool. Periodically special events will be planned for this time slot. ROTATING PROGRAMING: During these times the pool space may be shared with other groups. Example - Lessons, PE Classes, School Groups.
TAMARA WESLEY (STAFF) - “I like the people the most. It’s a great facility because everyone is really happy when they come and it’s a fun place to work.” JENNA LEONE - “I like the pool because I like swimming! I enjoy coming here because they are the most friendly, helpful people and it’s a great atmosphere.”
PLEASE NOTE: OUR ANNUAL MAINTENANCE POOL CLOSURE IS SCHEDULED FOR APRIL 1 20, 2018
GENERAL ADMISSION Single Admission rates apply to each entry per day.
Taxes included / Toonie swim $2.00 Passes
Single Visit
10 Times
20 Times
1 Month
Annual
Adult (19 yrs and older)
6.00
54.15
102.30
60.15
410.00
Youth/Student (13-18 yrs or valid student card)
4.50
40.50
76.50
45.00
295.00
Child (6-12 yrs)
3.50
31.50
59.50
35.00
295.00
Tot (5 yrs and under)
Free
Free
Free
Free
Free
Family (max 5 members)
13.00
117.00
221.00
130.00
820.00
Fees include applicable taxes.
LESSONS Lessons 1/2 hour class $60.00/ 10 lessons Lessons 3/4 hour class $70.00/ 10 lessons 1/2 hour privates lessons $22.00 1/2 hour semi private lessons (2 people) $33.00 AQUAFIT Pass $7.50 drop in / 1 month pass $67.80 10x $67.50 / Annual $575.00
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LAURIE’S GARBAGE AND RECYCLING • 21
THEN
NOW
AN ISLAND FAMILY SINCE 1861 WORKING WITH THE COMMUNITY
Hedgers are pleased to continue providing an alternative recycling and garbage service for the community Owned and operated by Laurie and Nancy Hedger, the business offers a recycling and garbage service with the drop-off area being next to the Country Grocer Plaza on Lower Ganges Road. The convenient location began over 25 years ago to provide an alternate service during island garbage issues for areas with no service and with the Hedgers’ bulldozing business receiving calls to dig private garbage pits. The continued island support makes their business unique as customers “escort their recycling and garbage to our site by all means of transport, from bicycles to Mercedes, and then thank us for providing an alternate service.” Laurie Hedger has been in business on Salt Spring for more than 50 years, involved in fishing, farming, logging and excavating. “lt is rewarding to finish my working years by providing a service that encourages recycling and protection of the environment. We all thank the community for their patronage.” Their recycling and garbage business employs three full-time and two part-time staff.
LAURIE’S GARBAGE & RECYCLING PICK UP & DROP OFF • CLEAN UPS • CONTAINERS • SCRAP METAL DISPOSAL
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22 • COWICHAN WOODWORK LTD.
Thinking about renovating or building?
WE SPECIALIZE IN CUSTOM DESIGNED CABINETS, MILLWORK, MANTLES & FURNITURE Your ideas, plans and drawings will become a beautiful reality. Using leading edge technology and old world craftsmanship, our team will work with you from design to completion to ensure you get the professional results and value you expect.
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22 • COWICHAN WOODWORK LTD.
Thinking about renovating or building?
WE SPECIALIZE IN CUSTOM DESIGNED CABINETS, MILLWORK, MANTLES & FURNITURE Your ideas, plans and drawings will become a beautiful reality. Using leading edge technology and old world craftsmanship, our team will work with you from design to completion to ensure you get the professional results and value you expect.
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BCSPCA • 23
All adoptions include all shots, spay/neuter, and permanent identification. Adopters receive food from Hills Science Diet, 6-weeks pet insurance through PetSecure and a free vet check at our local veterinarian clinics. Great things come in small packages! Make a difference one animal at a time. Volunteer.
Volunteering is about commitment and caring. It’s about helping animals and working together with others who share a common goal. Learn more about the steps to become a BC SPCA Branch volunteer as well as the information, orientation and training sessions we provide to help you help animals.
www.spca.bc.ca
Contact the BCSPCA at 250-537-2123 because a shelter is not a home! PROUD SUPPORTERS OF THE LOCAL SPCA
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MURAKAMI CO L L IS I O N & AUTO R EPA I R S
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MURAKAMI C O L LI SI O N & A U T O R E PA I R S
191 RAINBOW RD. 250-537-2239
24 • CIBC
Cash Management Solutions for New Businesses
For more than 140 years, CIBC has been providing small- Our Cash Management Online for Small Business (CMO) service business owners with the advice, services,For and support they secure, 24/7 access to a comprehensive of services, online and support the more than 140 years,provides CIBC has been providing small-business owners with thesuite advice, grow. That’s why CIBC recognizes that as a new business owner, you want focus your time on running need to begin, thrive and grow. That’s whythrive CIBCand recognizes cash management products, including payment andtoreporting business nottime worry about the administration of running it. capabilities. This intuitive that as a new business owner, you want to focusand your services and flexible side administration Cash Management for Smallplatform Business can (CMO) service secure, 24/7 and access to a comprehensive su on running a successful business and notOur worry about the Online web-based adapt toprovides meet your current future management products, including payment and reporting services administration administration side of running it. online cash management needs, as and yourflexible business grows. capabilities. This intui platform can adapt to meet your current and future online cash management needs, as your business grows.
Payables solutions that save you time and keep you on track Our payables solutions are designed to help you make payments efficiently, accurately, and securely. •
CIBC Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) Direct Deposit. EFT Direct Deposit is an easy and cost-effective way to pa and suppliers. It reduces the possibility of fraud from lost or misdirected cheques and eliminates the uncertain the timing of payments, as you control when your funds will be transferred.
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CIBC Wire Payments. As a new business, you may be required to offer your suppliers guaranteed funds. CIBC W service offers your business a fast, dependable way of managing payments in not only Canadian funds, but in a beneficiaries around the globe.
CIBC’s Government Payment and Filing Service is designed to pr Ganges staff in parade, 1971 • CIBC Government Payment and Filing Service.Ganges branch, 1979
way to remit payment to the government and give you more control over your cash flow. Filing information and taxes online can help eliminate late-payment penalties and expedite receipt of your GST/HST refunds.
• Payroll services. services from Ceridean that Canada, eliminatecash the need Receivables solutions canyou increase inflfor owa company payroll de Payables solutions that save you time and keep you on trackWith payroll both time and money.
As a new business owner, access to funds is very Our payables solutions are designed to help you make Receivables solutions that can increase cash inflow important to you. The faster you can collect your payments efficiently, accurately, and securely. receivables, the sooner you canThe use those for your receivables, the As Deposit. a new business owner, access to funds is very important to you. faster youfunds can collect • CIBC Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) Direct those funds for your business your business. • CIBC Wire Payments. • CIBC EFT Pre-Authorized Payments (PAP). Avoid the costs Payments associated with receiving cheques and preparing ba • CIBC EFT Pre-Authorized (PAP). • CIBC Government Payment and Filing Service.is a predictable and cost-effective way to collect regular and recurring Canadian and U.S. dollar payments from • CIBC Merchant Services. anywhere in Canada. • Payroll services. •
CIBC Merchant Services. CIBC Merchant Services can save you time and money when processing retail paymen sale. Offering your retail customers alternative convenient payment options improves their experience and ma higher sales.
At CIBC, we recognize that for small business owners, time is money. CIBC Cash Management Solutions can help you of your banking needs — giving you more time to focus on what matters to your business. If you’re considering starting a new business speak to a CIBC business advisor about the CIBC Small Business Start Visit your nearest branch to talk to a CIBC business advisor or visit www.cibc.com/startstrong.
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At CIBC, we recognize that for small business owners, time is money. CIBC Cash Management Solutions can help you take better control of your banking needs — giving you more time to focus on what matters to your business.
If you’re considering starting a new business, speak to a CIBC business advisor about the CIBC Small Business Start Strong ProgramTM. Visit your nearest branch to talk to a CIBC business advisor or visit www.cibc.com/startstrong.
This article is provided for general information purposes only and should not be relied upon as professional advice. The informat accurate at the time of writing but CIBC does not represent or guarantee accuracy, completeness or suitability for your circumsta your own professional advisors for further advice concerning your particular situation.
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GULF ISLANDS SEPTIC LTD. / G.I.S. SALES & RENTALS INC. • 25
Experienced professionals at Gulf Islands Septic COMMON-SENSE TIPS TO PROTECT YOUR SEPTIC SYSTEM
GULF ISLANDS SEPTIC LTD.
The septic system is an important part of a home and costly to replace. Protect what you have! A septic system may be out-of-sight but should NOT be out-of-mind. Nothing focuses the attention like a back-up into your house!
“The Original...Serving the Southern Gulf Islands since 1963” • Septic tank pump-outs • Electronic tank-locating • Emergency Service • 27 years service records on file
• Don’t flush baby or personal wipes! They can clog the septic system.
*** WARNING SIGNS OF TROUBLE*** • Slow and gurgling drains, toilets not clearing • Sewage odour • Liquid surfacing on septic field Certified ASTTBC (Applied Science Technicians & Technologists of BC) Member of BCOSSA (BC Onsite Sewage Association)
• Space-out time between heavy water usage, especially laundry loads, to give the tank settling time. • Schedule regular septic maintenance every 2-5 years. Mark your calendar! • Clean effluent filters every 6-12 months. Mark your calendar! Effluent filters protect disposal fields. Mandatory on all septic tanks installed since 2005.
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• Know location of your septic tank and have easy access. Important in an emergency. Install risers to surface.
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• Clear septic field of trees and shrubs. Roots can infiltrate the disposal field, lines and septic tank, causing blockage and back-up.
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• Septic, sewage-holding • Ecological systems • Filters • Whitewater SewageTreatment Plants
• No burn piles on septic field. The heat can damage or destroy field lines. • Check the distribution box. It should be in good condition and sitting level to ensure even flow into field lines.
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26 • SALT SPRING SHINE
Spirited hobby becomes a business Salt Spring Shine at 194 Kitchen Road is among the island’s newest businesses. Owned and operated by Michael and Rie Papp, Salt Spring Shine opened in January 2017, after becoming licensed to operate in 2016. Making spirits was always a hobby for Michael, so it was natural to turn it into a business when the option of licensing became available. Salt Spring Shine makes vodka and gin in 750 ml and 375 ml quantities, with everything derived from 100 per cent B.C. honey, instead of the usual grain. The most memorable day of business to date was when Michael and Rie unpacked and set up their stills. They love that their business is home-based, which means no commuting is necessary! Their favourite thing to do on Salt Spring is going for hikes at places like Ruckle Park, Mount Tuam or Mount Maxwell, depending on the weather. More Salt Spring Shine info is available at www.saltspringshine.com. Michael and Rie Papp
Tasting and sales at the Tuesday and Saturday Markets. Or visit the distillery.
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194 KITCHEN ROAD 250-221-0728 SPRING www.SaltSpringShine.com ISLAND
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FRESCO REFRIGERATION • 27
Salt Spring Island’s professional heating and refrigeration business Fresco Refrigeration is a 100% locally owned and operated heating and refrigeration company. Our mission is to provide islanders with prompt, professional, quality service and installations. Owner Graham Outerbridge is a government certified journeyman technician with extensive training and work experience in the HVAC industry. Fresco Refrigeration works hard to provide customers with an efficient comfort system for their home or office. We offer free one-on-one in-home consultations and will find the right system for you no matter what size or layout. Did you know that as much as half of the
energy used in your home goes to heating? So, making smart decisions about your home’s heating system can have a big effect on your utility bills and your comfort. Fresco also offers complete 21- point preventative maintenance inspections of all makes and models to ensure you are getting the maximum efficiency and energy savings from your comfort system and to greatly decrease the potential for inconvenient service calls. For more information on how to go green by switching to a heat pump, visit our website at www.frescorefrigeration.ca or call us today for your free in-home consultation.
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28 • KAPA KAI GLASS
Kapa Kai known for great glass jobs
Owner Troy Kaye
Over 30 Years Experience
Kapa Kai Glass is “the biggest little glass shop on Salt Spring Island.” Owner/operator Troy Kaye is a journeyman, transparent wall systems engineer (TWSE) glass worker who has over 30 years of experience working in Calgary and Salt Spring. He opened the doors to his shop in March of 2004. Since then, he has been busy keeping up with all of the new construction and renovations taking place on the island. Kapa Kai is the only glass company on the islands with registered interprovincial journeymen. Troy has confidence that they can handle any job: “If it has glass, I can do it,” he said. His range of services includes house windows, mirrors, shower doors, sunrooms, skylights and aluminum fabrication. No job is too big or too small. Because Troy enjoys what he does for a living, it is easy for him to produce high-quality workmanship, and he treats every job as if it were his own home. The only challenge of doing business on Salt Spring that Troy faces is relying on ferries to shuttle supplies and products on or off the island. He is pleased to be a part of the Salt Spring community and supports local junior golf. And, if you are wondering about the origin of the business’ name, Kapa Kai means “oceanfront” in Hawaiian. Kapa Kai Glass is located at 1531 Fulford-Ganges Road and is open from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday. Owner Troy Kaye can be reached at 250-653-4148.
Kapa Kai Glass . . . on call & on time THE ISLAND'S ONLY INTERPROVINCIAL JOURNEYMEN GLAZIERS
• custom sunrooms • custom skylights • aluminum fabrication
• mirrors & shower doors • auto glass • residential & commercial
Your “clear” choice for glass
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IRWIN COLLISION • 29
Salt Spring’s longest running body shop Having been in operation for over 42 years, Irwin Collision is a contender for the growing list of long-time island businesses. The Ganges body shop contains modern equipment, a locked compound and supplies courtesy cars for your convenience. The shop’s friendly, qualified tradesmen are able to handle a wide assortment of jobs including all collision repairs, auto glass replacement, rust proofing, air conditioning work, wheel alignments, and chip repairs. Irwin Collision is also the island’s only ICBC Express Valet shop, which means they can do a lot of ICBC estimates, saving customers from having to wait for an appointment with ICBC. The shop also does insurance claims for Family Insurance, Canadian Direct Insurance, and Canadian Northern Shield. Owner Kurt Irwin plans to continue fulfilling the business motto: “Good service, good work.” He is proud to offer environmentally friendly waterborne and low-VOC paint products. Irwin employs five full-time staff. The shop strives to maintain a close connection with the community. Irwin Collision is located at 115 Desmond Crescent and is Chester and Kurt open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday.
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30 • terra luma design
Landscape designer feeds passion for beauty Terra Luma Design founder Michael Howell has put 20 years into custom landscape design, creating ideal outdoor spaces that complement the existing environment and the unique architecture of clients’ built spaces. He has worked on a variety of local and international projects. His experience ranges from small-scale residential design to commercial projects, although residential projects are where his heart is. “I have always loved working with plants: landscaping and vegetable gardens. Landscape design fuels my passion for creating gorgeous places,” Howell says. Previous to his current career, Howell had a background in the culinary arts, working with some of Toronto’s best chefs. To this day
he draws on that experience to help design one of his specialities, outdoor kitchens. He’s also skilled at creating designs for the most appealing components, whether planting layouts, patios and decks, outdoor furnishings, swimming pools, hot tubs or landscape lighting. Listening to what his clients want is key to getting it right. Being on Salt Spring for five years has allowed Howell to do some of his favourite things: hiking, dog walks, gardening and getting in touch with nature. “I love working with the grandeur of this beautiful island and with fellow islanders,” he says. Howell has a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture and is a member of the Association of Professional Landscape Designers.
Michael Howell
terraluma D E S I G N
terraluma.com terraluma@mac.com
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SALT SPRING COMMUNICATION STATION • 31
Salt Spring Communication Station local authorized TELUS dealer + electronics store Salt Spring Communication Station, the authorized TELUS dealer, located at 342 Lower Ganges Road, opened for business on July 2nd, 2016. Paul Zolob and his partner Amber Ogilvie recently purchased the inventory from Orca Communication, the local Source dealer, and have expanded their business to include a large inventory of electronics. “Sylvia Vasquez now manages the Salt Spring Communication Station store,” said Zolob. “Her customer service skills are excellent and her knowledge of the cell phones is second to none.” “Our daughter Kaylee Lapierre is also a favourite of many of our customers and we count on her to help anyone who needs a bit of training with their new phone. She is available on Saturdays for training.” Salt Spring Communication Station offers a full package of services, including sales and activations for mobility devices, internet service,
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Salt Spring Communication customer checks out new inventory.
TV satellite and landline phones. You will now find an even larger selection of accessories and electronics in our upstairs location. Zolob said the store has had a steady increase of TELUS landline phone and TV satellite service as well as cellphone boosters for areas that have bad cell-phone reception.
Stop in on Electronics
Zolob is a real estate broker with Royal LePage and also a volunteer member of Royal Canadian Marine Search and Rescue. When asked what he believes makes the business successful, Zolob was quick to respond, “Great customer service, and being a single source for electronics on Salt Spring.”
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The only building supply centre on Salt Spring where you can shake hands with the owners. Neighbours Helping Neighbours Build Their Dreams
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Serving Salt Spring over 37 years Three time Store of the Year winner in the Windsor chain across Canada Two time winner Salt Spring Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year Advertising and Promotions award among the Windsor chain 2000 Advertising and Promotions award among the Windsor chain 2015
FINISHING... And BUILDING SUPPLIES
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