Salt Spring Island Business Magazine 2019 by Gulf Islands Driftwood Publishing

BUSINESS 2019 SALT SPRING ISLAND

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OCTOBER 23, 2019

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BUSINESS MAGAZINE Apple Photo ...................................................... 12 BCSPCA ............................................................. 25 Cowichan Woodwork Ltd. .................................. 19 Ganges Floors & Interiors .................................. 23 Gulf Islands Driftwood ..............................26 + 27 Haywards Funeral Services ................................ 13 Heritage Place ..................................................... 6 Irwin Collision ..................................................... 7 Island Return It ................................................... 5 Jim Pattison Subaru .......................................... 31 Kapa Kai Glass ................................................... 18 Laurie’s Garbage and Recycling ......................... 14 Mid Isle Marine & Equipment ............................ 21 Moby’s Pub........................................................ 28

Mouat’s Clothing Co............................................. 9 Mouat’s Home Hardware. .................................. 15 McLean, Lizotte, Wheadon and Company.......... 24 Pacific Roll Shutters & Awnings ........................... 8 Paul Zolob, Royal LePage ................................... 30 Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 92 .................... 11 Salish Sea Forest & Nature Therapy Walks ......... 17 Salt Spring Adventure Co. .................................. 10 Salt Spring Communication Station .................. 22 Salt Spring Dental ............................................. 16 Salt Spring Island Chamber of Commerce.......... 20 Salt Spring Self Storage..................................... 29 Windsor Plywood .............................................. 32

Phone numbers advertiser index & important phone numbers

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

Senior Drivers Program ......250.537.4604 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 ...........250.538.4307 Islands Trust Office .............250.537.9144 CRD Parks and Recreation ......................250.537.4448

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Canada: A nation of entrepreneurs Business Development Bank of Canada promotes Small Business Week The 40th edition of BDC Small Business Week, to be held coast to coast from Oct. 20 to 26, will bring together entrepreneurs at hundreds of events across the country to learn and network with their peers. As part of SBW 2019, BDC’s president and CEO Michael Denham, and chief economist Pierre Cléroux will meet with entrepreneurs in cities across the country to present the findings of a new report looking at how the Canadian entrepreneurial landscape has changed in the past 20 years. Cities to be visited include Surrey, Vancouver, Edmonton, Saskatoon, London, Montreal, Quebec City and Halifax. BDC will also make public a survey that takes a closer look at the people behind the businesses, to find out who are Canada’s entrepreneurs, what challenges they face and what specific skills have allowed them to succeed. “Canada is one of the most entrepreneurial nations in the world; our history is full of great men and women who built globally competitive businesses,” says Denham. “This year, we want to showcase their hard work and successes and explore the key entrepreneurial skills that have underpinned their growth.” “Thanks to the hard work of BDC, Small Business Week has become an anticipated annual recognition of the backbone of the Canadian economy: Small businesses! When small businesses succeed, our economy grows, and middle-class jobs are created, which is why our government is working hard to reduce red tape and make it easier for businesses to start up, scale up and access new markets,” adds the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business and Export Promotion.

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As well, during SBW and throughout the fall, BDC will invite entrepreneurs and the business community to celebrate the bank’s 75th anniversary. “Since 1944, we’ve been at their side, helping them build and grow their businesses. As we celebrate our 75th anniversary we look forward to everything we can still achieve together,” adds Denham. A calendar of events will be published on BDC’s website, bdc.ca.

What is BDC Small Business Week? For 40 years, BDC has organized BDC Small Business Week in recognition of the contributions and achievements of Canada’s entrepreneurs. BDC Small Business Week is a BDC trademark whose origins date back to 1979 when BDC business centres in British Columbia’s Lower Fraser Valley pooled their resources to organize a week of activities for entrepreneurs. This first event and the one that followed in 1980 were so successful that BDC officially launched BDC SBW across Canada in 1981. The initiative was quickly adopted by Canada’s business community. In 2018, close to 300 activities across Canada attracted over 15,000 business people to BDC Small Business Week. This BDC flagship event celebrates entrepreneurship at the local, provincial and national levels.

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Thinking of starting your own business? Tips to get you started In an era of unprecedented connectivity and technological advancement, a new side gig economy has emerged. Even some of us who don’t officially own a business are engaging in entrepreneurial activity to supplement our income, whether through a passion project, hobby or testing an idea for a future business. “When it comes to realizing their business ownership dreams, many prospective entrepreneurs tell us they would take the step to turn their sidehustle into a small business if they were equipped with or had better access to the tools, knowledge and resources they need to get a business up and running,” says Jason Storsley, vice president of small business at RBC. If you’re currently testing the waters of entrepreneurship and are thinking about taking your idea to the next level, Storsley offers the following tips: Reflect on your intentions. People work sidehustles for many reasons, but if you think your side gig could turn into more, clarify your personal and business objectives and create a business plan. Are you looking for a shift in your career? What purpose and market need will your business fulfill? What do you want to achieve professionally with your business in the short and long term? • Register your business. There are many benefits to registering your business. Chief among them is the credibility it brings. A straightforward, affordable, online service like Ownr. co can save you valuable time and money. • Open a business bank account. Regardless how much your business is earning today, it’s important to separate your personal and business income for accounting purposes. Doing so will give you a clear picture of your cash flow and performance, and eliminates the hassle of having to untangle your finances down the road. Whether sidehustling or taking a business full time, seek a financial services provider that offers advice, tools and resources that go beyond banking to help entrepreneurs start, manage and grow their business.

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B.C. Small Business Facts: 2017 • # of small businesses: 493,100 • Small businesses employ nearly

1.1 million people • 83% of small businesses had fewer than five employees

• 60% were self-employed individuals with no employees • Average small business employee salary: $43,038 • Small business accounts for 35% of gross domestic product in B.C. That figure is well above the national average of 29%. Note: Statistics from 2017 as detailed in the 2018 Small Business Profile published by the B.C. Ministry of Jobs, Trade & Technology

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HERITAGE PLACE •

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Heritage Place for Seniors: built by Islanders for Islanders, this is a place to call home For 10+ years Heritage Place has provided quality seniors living services for the people of Salt Spring Island. It all started in 2003 when a group of Salt Spring Islanders, themselves looking ahead to retirement, were inspired to create a unique seniors’ housing community in the village of Ganges. “Home-like” is the philosophy that drove the design and manner in which services would be delivered. At Heritage Place we have three separate homes, each with nine private groundlevel wheelchair-accessible suites. The suites radiate around a central common area in each 6,500 square foot home. The design allowed for each suite to have its own private garden patio and exterior access. There are 5 suite models, from studios to one and two bedrooms. An apartment on the second level of each house is reserved for resident staff available

by pager in case of emergency. With 9 – 12 residents in each house, the residents’ dining experience is intimate and familystyle. Serving a small group in each house translates to very personalized attention. From quiet seating areas among the landscape, residents observe hummingbirds, resident quail, deer, bunnies and the occasional raccoon. Many residents take their daily exercise, rain or shine, under the covered walkway between

houses. Residents visit back and forth with friends in neighbouring houses and all residents get together for combined dinners and entertainment. The activity calendar is filled every afternoon with Elder-Yoga, bridge, concerts (music of all genres), bingo, exercise, arts/crafts, gardening and more. For more information or to book an appointment please contact the manager Sandi Muller by phone (250) 537-8340 or email manager@heritageplace.info.

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Focussed Accommodation Each ground-level wheelchair accessible suite encourages our residents to live with independence, just like home. Suites have a kitchenette complete with a small refrigerator, sink and cabinetry. Blinds are provided for the windows and patio door. Residents provide their own furniture. The resident may use any small appliance in the suite that has an automatic shut-off, e.g. microwave, toaster, coffee pot, kettle. To encourage safety and prolong independence, the bathroom offers a walkin shower with two seats, detachable shower head and built-in grab bars. Our residents are welcome to add other mobility aides as required. A 65+ Community: Individuals must be 65 or older to be eligible for residency at Heritage Place. Assisted Living Services: As residents age in place and require extra assistance to remain independent, they may contract Assisted Living personal care services from Heritage Place or their choice of caregiver.

Heritage Place

120 Crofton Rd, Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 2Y4

(250) 537-8340 manager@heritageplace.info

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IRWIN COLLISION • 7

Salt Spring’s longest running body shop Having been in operation for over 45 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 open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday. Chester and Kurt

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email: irwincollision@telus.net

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MOUAT’S mouat’s CLOTHING clothing CO CO.•• 9

Salt Spring Island’s clothing store UNIQUE APPAREL AND ACCESSORIES

Since 1907, Mouat’s Clothing has been the cornerstone of Ganges Village. With a warm and dynamic environment, and stellar customer service, Mouat’s offers a selection of clothing staples and fashion for the community and visitors alike. Mouat’s Clothing supplies the island with a variety of quality products highlighting heritage brands, local, Canadian and Pacific Northwest designers and manufacturers. The original Mouat’s Store opened in Ganges in 1907 as a general mercantile store when Gilbert Mouat and his mother Jane purchased the Malcolm & Purvis store located adjacent to the present Mouat’s Home Hardware and main office building. Over the years the business sold everything, from clothing, hard goods, groceries, feed grains, lumber, dry goods and petroleum products to Model T Fords. The management of the operation passed from the children to the grand-children and great grand-children of Jane Mouat. Many other members of the extended family worked in the business. Mouat’s Clothing opened in its current location in a separate building in 1988 with its unique collection of clothing and grew rapidly with great support from Islanders and visitors alike. Today, as an arm of the Mouat’s Trading Company, Mouat’s Clothing offers a diverse and unique array of fashion clothing, shoes and accessories for men and women with a focus on local and heritage brands. With harbour views and proximity to some of the other finest businesses and restaurants that Salt Spring Island has to offer, Mouat’s Clothing is a centrepiece in Ganges shopping.

106 Fulford-Ganges Road, Salt Spring Island 1 877 490 5593 GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD

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10 • SALT SPRING ADVENTURE CO.

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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 multiday expeditions and paddle board rentals, business owner Yvonne Angus makes sure there’s something to cater to everyone’s interest and comfort levels. The company also offers scooter rentals, electric and pedal bike rentals, as well as 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!” Angus says. Angus bought the business around 8 years ago, after guiding and 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 connect tourists to our local environment, inspiring them and educating them about our region, its threats and how they can help. “It is so important for everyone to be able to experience our beautiful islands and learn about the issues our region faces due to climate change and human intervention. It is so beautiful on the surface, as a visitor it is not always easy to see the issues we are facing,” she explains. As someone who loves to spend her free time hiking, foraging, kayaking and boating, it’s clear Angus 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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WHALE WATCHING & CHARTERS KAYAKING TOURS & RENTALS SUP, CANOE, & SCOOTER RENTALS ELECTRIC & PEDAL BIKE RENTALS

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ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH #92 ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH 92 •• 00 11

A community service welcoming everyone JOIN US! While the Royal Canadian Legion serves veterans, RCMP, serving the military and their families, it is also a community service organization that welcomes everyone. You no longer need to have served in the military to become a member. Help local Veterans, meet fellow members, and get involved in the Poppy Campaign, Remembrance Day and commemorative ceremonies, events and fundraising activities, member sports and more. Our members have reciprocal privileges in Legion branches worldwide. Please apply in person or download the membership form available on our website and come in and talk to your bartender to complete your membership.

WHAT WE OFFER: On the upper floor, we offer to members and guests casual dining (either inside or on an outside deck with a mountain view), snooker, pool, a golf league, dart league, horseshoes, cards, a full service bar, music events, catering and meeting rooms, all in a private club atmosphere. In the event of an earthquake or other emergency, Salt Spring Legion Branch 92 is a mustering and coordination site for the Ganges area emergency measures program. Our Meaden Hall, on the lower floor, is the perfect venue space for all of your event needs. Licensed for up to 212 people, full kitchen, bar service, large stage plus audio and video equipment. For booking information, please email us at meadenhall@saltspringlegionbr92.com

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VOLUNTEERS ARE VALUABLE! We couldn’t accomplish our goals without the help of our fabulous volunteers. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer for the following areas: grounds, cleaning, maintenance, entertainment, meat draw, events, please contact us and let us know. Did you know that the proceeds from ALL meat draws go back into the community in forms of grants and bursaries?

Sunday free pool Monday darts Thursday open mic Friday and Saturday meat draw Friday and Saturday kitchen open 5-8, great food

Casual Dining, Live Music & Events, Private Club Atmosphere!

120 Blain Road • 250-537-5822 Behind the RCMP station saltspringlegionbr92.com GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD

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APPLEPHOTO PHOTO 12 • •APPLE

It’s Apple Photo for business promotional products and unique gift ideas Apple Photo is an island essential and the one-stopshop for the island’s printing, imaging, shipping and promotional needs. The shop also offers a few surprises too. You can find iconic Salt Spring post cards, frames, prints and other unique gift ideas throughout the shop. Apple Photo is a strong supporter of the community sponsoring many events, donating materials and giving non-profit organizations a break on pricing. Apple believes in our island’s youth and often employs new graduates. Business promotional prod-

CELEBRATING 25 YEARS IN BUSINESS!

ucts are a specialty and Bob and his staff have become the go-to professionals for those catchy signs that are important components for community events. For processing photos for your albums and frames be sure to check out the new photo kiosk located at the front of the store. Another fun and interesting fact is that Apple Photo offers an informal community mail service. You can leave mail for a friend and pick up mail for you left in the community box. Bob and his staff look forward to helping you find the items you need.

Stop in to Apple Photo, #3-121 McPhillips Ave., Ganges

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Stop in or call us today, we pride ourselves on fast quality service. • PASSPORT PHOTOS

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CALL 250-537-9917 Locally owned and operated since 1995

3 -121 McPhillips Ave. applephoto@saltspring.com

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HAYWARDS FUNERAL SERVICES • 13

• HAYWARDS FUNERAL SERVICES

Compassionate care Christie Doyle has been a licensed Embalmer and Funeral Director for 16 years, having graduated from mortuary school at Mount Royal University in Calgary in 2003. Christie and her partner Camilla bought Haywards Funeral Service two years ago and feel honoured to provide such a delicate and necessary service that is locally owned and operated. As a funeral home Haywards provides traditional death care services and alternative event options. They have also embraced more environmentally friendly and green/low- impact options and merchandise. As a funeral director Doyle must be a careful listener who thinks creatively. She strives to help families make informed choices when planning final arrangements by providing information and guidance in a comfortable, no-pressure setting. “Most people don’t realize how many small details we consider and take care of on their behalf. We are both caregivers and administrators.” In their administrative duties, they make the arrangements for transportation of the body, complete all necessary paperwork and implement the choices made by the family regarding the funeral and final disposition of the body. As caregivers, funeral directors are listeners, advisors and supporters. They have experience assisting the bereaved in coping with death and

are trained to answer questions about grief, recognize when a person is having difficulty coping, and recommend sources of professional help. Doyle notes that rituals around death and grief are an important part of an organized society. “The care for the dead and those hurting is profoundly hard, but very important. We help confirm the reality and finality of death, providing a climate for mourning and the expression of grief. We celebrate life that has Christie Doyle, owner been lived every day and for that, we are honoured to serve.” In addition to Doyle, the business employs five part-time Local staff. Get in touch with Haywards at 250-537-1022, contact@ haywardsfuneral.com or visit www.haywardsfuneral.com for more information.

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We offer quality, understanding and expertise in funerals, cremations and preplanning. We are committed to providing honest and knowledgeable service in times of need, making us the funeral home our community trusts to ensure dignified and personalized final arrangements for cherished loved ones.

Peace of mind comes with preplanning and spares your loved ones the hardship of making diff icult decisions in their time of grief. Free consultation with an experienced professional. GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD

22-315 Upper Ganges Rd | Salt Spring Island (250) 537-1022 | www.haywardsfuneral.com SALT SPRING BUSINESS MAGAZINE • OCTOBER 23, 2019

14 • LAURIE’S GARBAGE & RECYCLING

LAURIE’S GARBAGE AND RECYCLING •

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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 27 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

COMMERCIAL • RESIDENTIAL • CONSTRUCTION • STORAGE • ORGANICS DROP OFF: NEXT TO COUNTRY GROCER OCTOBER 23, 2019 • SALT SPRING BUSINESS MAGAZINE

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MOUAT’SHOME HOMEHARDWARE HARDWARE••15 MOUAT’S

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

250.537.5551 MON-SAT 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM SUN 10 AM - 5PM

The original Mouat’s Store opened in Ganges in 1907 when Gilbert Mouat and his mother Jane purchased the Malcolm & Purvis store which was located adjacent to the present main store building. In 1909, Gilbert’s older brother William joined the firm and in 1911 the new store was constructed. Later the youngest brother Gavin joined the firm. Over the years the business grew to include hard goods, groceries, meats, produce, feed grains, lumber, dry goods, petroleum products and many other products and services. In 1912, Mouat’s became a Ford dealer and over the next 30 years sold a great many cars, the storied Model T being the mainstay. GILBERT MOUAT Mouat’s continued operating through the First World War, the Great Depression of the 1930s, the Second World War and on into the 1950s and 1960s when Salt Spring’s population entered a period of sustained growth. Over the years, products carried in the store changed. As the importance of farmsteading diminished, logging went through a period of strong growth and as that industry slowed construction and services to provide for the needs of newcomers became dominant in the Salt Spring economy. Throughout these years a great many Islanders were employed by Mouat’s — some for their entire working careers. The management of the operation passed from the children to the grand-children and great grand-children of Jane Mouat. Many other members of the extended family worked in the business. Mouat’s Trading Co. Ltd. has been a retail “trend-setter” for over 100 years, and we are very excited about the continued evolution of this fine company. GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD

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16 • SALT SPRING DENTAL

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Welcome to Salt Spring Dental! The best view on the island – before AND after! There is no need to leave Salt Spring for your dental work! We are delighted to offer a wide range of services for the whole family. Dr Gabor Balogh is an implant and oral surgery genius. Dr. “G” is the owner of Salt Spring Dental, having bought a home here four years ago with his wife, Valerie. Dr. G deals with all advanced surgical procedures, including implants and restorations. He is licensed to use Botox, which can be effective in treating TMJ symptoms. Dr. Balogh is both interested and interesting, and can converse knowledgeably on a wide range of subjects. Luckily for our community, dentistry is one of his passions. Dr. Alan Keil has worked alongside Dr Balogh for many years at Dr. Balogh’s West Vancouver office, Dundarave Dental. Dr. Keil is passionate about orthodontics and puts much of his time and energy into continuing education to provide the most up-to-date and effective methodology to help our patients find their best smiles. Working with both conventional brackets and invisible

Dr. Gabor Balogh

Dr. Jake Taraskiewicz

Dr. Alan Keil

Clearline Aligners, he conjures up beautiful results. Dr. Jake Taraskiewicz is our newest doctor and will be joining us as our full-time associate. Originally from the States, he and his wife (who hails from British Columbia) met while at university, and they will be joining our Salt Spring community with their four children. Dr. Taraskiewicz is looking forward to sharing his love of dentistry with us.

Specializing in...

✓ General surgery ✓ Implants & implant prosthetics ✓ Orthodontics ✓ Family dentistry Now Open Fridays Dr. Gabor Balogh Dr. Jake Taraskiewicz Dr. Alan Keil

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18 • 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.

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Great reasons to join the Chamber of Commerce! four main roles: Advocacy: The Chamber plays an active role in advocacy on behalf of its members. Workforce housing, water management, tourism management, bylaws and zoning enforcement, and BC Ferries issues have been at the forefront this year. Community Enhancement: Community enhancement includes events such as Earth Day Clean-up, Home & Garden Show, Canada Day Fireworks, Sip & Savour and the Salty Awards. It also extends to encouraging local stakeholders to find an integrative solution to issues facing Salt Spring. Business support: The Chamber offers different types of business support including digital marketing, event

support, referrals through our members first referral policy, industry focused events and many other services. The Chamber also hosts seminars for small businesses throughout the year, with a series of seminars during Small Business Week in October. Business Networking: The Chamber hosts networking events year round to help connect like-minded business owners. Find information about these opportunities in the monthly newsletters, on the Chamber website and on social media. Be part of the movement of “Members helping members to succeed”! When you join the Chamber you are committing to helping the Salt Spring business community thrive.

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The Salt Spring Island Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit organization that has served the businesses and residents of Salt Spring since 1948 and aims to create an economically viable and sustainable community where citizens can enjoy life while earning a living. The Chamber is overseen by a community and business minded board of directors. The board of directors is an active group of up to 15 volunteers that elevate the work of the Chamber Office by representing the business community’s interests at all levels of government and in long-term planning. Serving a broad spectrum of industries, the Chamber works to enhance every local industry’s growth by focusing on

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MID ISLE MARINE AND EQUIPMENT• •21 mid isle marine & equipment

Marine sales & service - professional, reliable, essential In 2004, Nick Williams wrapped up his apprenticeship and set out to create a marine and small equipment business of his own. Fifteen years later he has found himself back at the property where he started with an exceptional team to support him and a decade and a half of great service provided to the Island under his belt. He has enjoyed bringing Mid Isle Marine back to Ganges in a convenient location that he has a fond history with. At Mid Isle, knowledgeable, friendly customer service is always the top priority. When you walk in the door, experienced staff is ready to offer you quality marine services for every season and extensive knowledge on all outboard and inboard repairs. They provide a wide selection of new and used outboards & parts available for purchase. As a Husqvarna dealer, they are always stocked with a full-line of outdoor power equipment and able to repair most any brand of equipment. Out of everything he has experienced as an entrepreneur, Nick is most grateful for his loyal customers and staff. As a born and raised Islander, he is proud to offer his ocean-side community essential services that support their marine oriented lifestyles. As he pursues the expansion of his business, he appreciates the ongoing encouragement he receives to continue this work. For all your marine and small engine equipment needs, Mid Isle Marine is your one stop shop!

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Salt Spring’s authorized Telus dealer and electronics supplier Salt Spring Communication Station, the authorized TELUS dealer, is locally owned by Paul Zolob and his partner Amber Ogilivie. Located at 342 Lower Ganges Road, Salt Spring Communication Station specializes in cell phones and electronics and now offers home security systems that will allow you to monitor and control your home from anywhere. Salt Spring Communication Station is the authorized Telus dealer on Salt Spring. The store offers a large variety of cell phones and electronics. Whether in need of office or home equipment you will be able to find what you need. “Customer service is our claim to fame,” says Paul. “We work one-on-one with each customer to make sure their products are a good fit for them.” “Sylvia Vasquez manages the Salt Spring Communication Station store,” says Paul. “Her customer service skills are excellent and her knowledge of the cell phones is second to none.” Salt Spring Communication Station offers a full package of services, including sales and activations for mobility devices, internet service, TV satellite and landline phones. You will now find an even larger selection of accessories and electronics in our upstairs location.

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Paul said the store has had a steady increase of TELUS landline phone as well as cell-phone boosters for areas that have bad cell-phone reception. Paul 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, Paul was quick to respond, “Great customer service, and being the single source for electronics on Salt Spring.”

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By reputation, for fine floor and window coverings Tracy and Andrew Little, owners of Ganges Floor Coverings Ltd., ensure that trips to their store are memorable by paying personal attention to each customer who walks through the door. The Littles share their in-depth knowledge and understanding of flooring options with their customers. These personal interactions guarantee that their clients get the floor that is right for them. “We want to make sure that customers get a floor that not only looks great but also suits their lifestyle,” say Tracy and Andrew. In their 18th year as owners of Ganges Floor Coverings, the Littles look forward to continuing to provide exceptional products and value. They are proud to offer a large selection of fine window coverings from Hunter Douglas. “Even though we serve a small population, we work hard at providing the broadest selection of quality options possible to meet every budget and style.” The outstanding service at Ganges Floor Coverings Ltd. shows that the

owners are truly committed to their motto: “Your best choice for beautiful floors.” “We provide quality sales and installation of carpet, hardwood, vinyl, cork, laminates, tile, and now window coverings,” add the accommodating owners. Karen Shergold is known for design expertise. Customers will appreciate the talent and enthusiasm that Karen has to offer. Ganges Floor Coverings Ltd. is conveniently located at 122 Lower Ganges Road, directly across from the Visitor Information Centre. The store is open Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., plus Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Carpet • Wool Carpet Hardwood • Cork Laminates Vinyl & Linoleum Ceramic Tile • Area Rugs Blinds, Shades and Shutters

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MCLEAN,LIZOTTE LIZOTTE, WHEADON AND COMPANY 24 • •MCLEAN, AND WHEADON

You are not just a number at MLW 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. 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-forprofit organizations.

Fred Lizotte, CPA, McLean, Lizotte, Wheadon and Company

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

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All adoptions include all shots, spay/ neuter, and permanent identification There is nothing more rewarding for Salt Spring BCSPCA manager Jerry Lewandowski and the many volunteers than to send a cat home with their new adopted owners and know they are heading to their forever home. The local shelter houses many cats throughout the year. It makes sure that they are fed, watered and taken care of medically. They cannot do their jobs without the support of the community; support they are thankful for every day. There are many options available for donating to the Salt Spring BCSPCA, including making a onetime donation, becoming a monthly donor, donating to the medical

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emergency fund, leaving money in your will, or even hosting a fundraiser. If you are unable to make a monetary donation you can always provide usable items (cat supplies, food, fostering services, etc.) or volunteer. Since the needs change it is best to reach out to the shelter to understand the current needs. You can do that by calling 250-537-2123. Lewandowski would like to thank the community for the support that allows him and his team to provide the care and the love the animals deserve. Donations made at the local BCSPCA stay in the community to support the local shelter. Most donations are eligible for a tax receipt. Jerry Lewandowski

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There are many reasons why wonderful pets end up in shelters. Sometimes owners are unable to care for them for various reasons. Sometimes they are born in the wild. You can make a difference by opening up your home and heart to a pet or by donating time, money or pet supplies to our nonprofit shelter. GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD

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The voice of the islands for 59 years The Gulf Islands Driftwood celebrated 59 years of publishing in March 2019. The first edition of the Salt Spring Driftwood newspaper landed on island shores on Thursday, March 24, 1960, at the hands of editorpublisher-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 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Jill, Tony and Valerie â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 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 companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s managing director. After Frankâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Best Overall Newspaperâ&#x20AC;? in Canada within its circulation category. In 2019 the paper won nine national and provincial awards. The formula for the Driftwoodâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 59 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 our Twitter and Instagram feeds. 1

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By SEAN MCINTYRE Driftwood Staff Little more than 12 hours after rescuing a father and son from the Strait of Georgiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s frigid waters on Monday afternoon, St. Clair McColl was back in the seat of his de Havilland Beaver seaplane just like any other Tuesday morning. The only difference is that he and his previous dayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s passengers, Mary Paul and Jonathan Yardley, are being hailed as local heroes. What began as a routine 5 p.m. ďŹ&#x201A;ight from downtown Vancouver to Ganges Harbour turned into a daring rescue mission after Salt Spring Air owner-pilot McColl felt a tap on his shoulder. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was Mary telling me sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d spotted something in

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By STACY CARDIGAN SMITH Driftwood Staff Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a first for the island and Salt Spring pedestrians are thankful: a pedestriancontrolled crosswalk light is up and running at the corner of Lower Ganges and Rainbow roads. Installed last Wednesday and Thursday, it consists of two sets of lights that ďŹ&#x201A;ash yellow to oncoming traffic when pedestrians push the button before crossing Lower Ganges Road. The crosswalk is what Ron de Jager refers to as â&#x20AC;&#x153;a solar ďŹ&#x201A;ashing pedestrian beacon.â&#x20AC;? De Jager is operations manager with Raylec Power, the company that installed the

lights. He said it runs off solar power and the poles communicate using radio waves. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The beauty of solar is that you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need any hydro hookup,â&#x20AC;? said de Jager. Expensive underground wiring is also unnecessary, he added. According to de Jager, this type of pedestrian crosswalk is being seen in â&#x20AC;&#x153;more and more in municipalities all over Langford and up in Nanaimo.â&#x20AC;? However, the crosswalk is not a stop light and will not halt trafďŹ c altogether. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You still have to watch the trafďŹ c. It just gives advance warning to the traffic that someone is trying to cross.â&#x20AC;?

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The need for a lighted crosswalk was highlighted when two Gulf Islands Secondary School students were struck by a vehicle in November 2005 while crossing the road to access the water taxi in Ganges Harbour. The $20,000 campaign to build a lighted crosswalk was headed by the Salt Spring Chamber of Commerce, with funding from Ministry of Transportation ($10,000), Salt Spring Lions Club ($7,500), Capital Regional District (CRD) ($2,500), ICBC ($1,500), Mouatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Trading Co. ($500), B.C. Ferries ($250) and the public ($266). CROSSWALK 2

Charges follow Friday tragedy By SEAN MCINTYRE Driftwood Staff RCMP have charged a 23year-old Salt Spring man in the wake of a tragic Friday night accident that left his friend recovering from serious injuries in a Victoria hospital. Emergency crews discovered the victim laying along the 200 block of Isabella Point Road shortly after receiving a 911 call at approximately 11:30 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He had sustained very extensive leg injuries and was bleeding heavily,â&#x20AC;? said Arjuna George, an assistant chief with Salt Spring Fire Rescue who was among the ďŹ rst on the scene. George attempted to contain the bleeding until paramedics arrived and accompanied the man to Lady Minto Hospital where he was immediately flown to Victoria by air ambulance. Another victim found on the site was taken to Lady

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the water,â&#x20AC;? McColl said. After identifying two people standing on an overturned 16-foot aluminum boat and notifying the Sea Island Coast Guard Station, McColl managed to land his plane on the choppy water and get to within range of the stranded boaters. â&#x20AC;&#x153;At first, I was wondering if we could land and how long theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d been in the water,â&#x20AC;? McColl said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Once I landed, it was just a matter of moving them onto the plane inch by inch.â&#x20AC;? With the help of passengers Paul and Yardley, McColl loaded the pair into the plane and proceeded to the Richmond seaplane terminal where emergency crews were standing by. RESCUE 2

Minto and released that night. Salt Spring RCMP Sgt. Danny Willis conf irmed both males were passengers with Alex Lemay after he contacted police on Saturday afternoon. RCMP charged Lemay with dangerous driving and failure to render assistance to an injured person after a weekend-long investigation. Willis could not conďŹ rm rumours the victims were â&#x20AC;&#x153;car surfingâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201D; trying to hold on to the hood or roof of a moving vehicle â&#x20AC;&#x201D; before the accident occurred. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have not confirmed anything and are still interviewing those involved,â&#x20AC;? he said on Tuesday afternoon. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t elaborate on what may have caused this.â&#x20AC;? RCMP discovered the vehicle involved parked at a local residence on Sunday. It was examined by the Victoria RCMP Forensic Unit.

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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, whatever the reason. Their expert service matches the exceptional skill in the kitchen, where Chef Ian Dufton 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. 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. 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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