Author: Gayle Baker

• Conversations With Our MLA: Some Disturbing Legislation

  Please join us this Friday, September 11, 11-1, in the SIMS classroom next to the Boardroom to welcome Susanna Haas Lyons and David Norget to lead a frank, and open conversation about respectful dialogue based on issues rather than personal attacks. Fifteenjoined this ASK Salt Spring gathering to welcome MLA Botterell. During Rob’s Acknowledgement, he…

• Habitat for Humanity is Coming to Salt Spring with its Critical Repairs Pilot!

  Twelve joined this ASK Salt Spring gathering to welcome Habitat for Humanity’s CEO Carmen Rempel and Tiffany Gates, Director of Human Resources and Family Services. Despite the relatively low number joining this conversation, throughout our two hours together, it was clear that Carmen has generated a large number of important housing conversations throughout Salt Spring,…

• Youth Leadership in Our Community

  NOTE: Since last week’s report was published, we have learned that the brief reference to Bill 44 was incorrect in two ways:  We appreciate your patience in helping us to get right!   Don’t forget to join us this Friday, August 28, 11-1, SIMS classroom to welcome Habitat for Humanity’s Carmen.  Twelve joined this ASK…

• Housing Predicted to be Leading Issue in Upcoming Local Election

  You probably know that local elections are coming with the candidate nomination deadline September 11, 2026 and a campaign period lasting from September 19 until election day Saturday, October 17, 2026 (https://elections.bc.ca/local-elections/2026-general-local-elections/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23534690058&gbraid=0AAAAACKxakfN4HrGZ9R-pAg90nbdaK1QE&gclid=Cj0KCQjwnIDUBhDrARIsAJDGwSvbxthnqBUzseh3w4xaicolTbK9mfaKyKEsnxn_UiBoc9_s3vQaQxQaAjY5EALw_wcB).  In September, you will have ample opportunity to speak and listen to local candidates running for the two Islands Trust, four Local Community…

• Salt Spring Community Policing: A Conversation with RCMP’s Steve and Dan

  While the crowd at this ASK Salt Spring gathering to welcome RCMP Corporal Steve Davidson and Constable Dan Banhan was small, the conversation was rich and fascinating. After our Acknowledgement and a chance for all participants to introduce themselves, Dan shared with us his “excitement and delight” over the unique experience policing on Salt Spring…

• Want to Age at Home? Lots to Learn!

  Twenty-three came to this ASK Salt Spring gathering for the complicated and emotional discussion about the supports needed to allow us to age safely and comfortably in our homes. Leading this conversation were Valerie Louvet, owner of Homecare Salt Spring ª homecaresaltspring@gmail.com or 289-834-4217) and Cecile Petra, Occupational Therapist and Coordinator of Hospice Home Visits. (For more…

• Welcoming MP Elizabeth to Discuss Some Sweeping Legislation With Disturbing Environmental Implications

  Twenty-one humans (and our favorite canine ASK Salt Spring guest, Envy,) came to this ASK Salt Spring gathering to welcome our MP Elizabeth May. Facilitated by Grant Fredrickson with notes taken by Julie Thomson (Thanks, Julie and Grant!), we were pleased to be introduced to Summer Smith, Elizabeth’s new full-time assistant from North Saanich. We…

• Chuan’s Phoenix Landing: Both a Dream Come True and a Work in Progress

  Nineteen joined this ASK Salt Spring gathering welcoming the Chuan Society. While much of the conversation centered on Kajin Goh, one of the moving forces of this society, it was clear that Chuan is fueled by the energy, compassion, vision, and plain hard work of a committed team of volunteers. Present at this gathering were…

• Learning all About Our Men’s Shed and a Proposed Community Workshop

  Ten, and a very well-behaved pup, joined this ASK Salt Spring gathering to welcome Matthew Quetton, President of the Men’s Shed.After our Acknowledgement, each of us had a chance to introduce ourselves. Participants included several who were already members of our local Men’s Shed, several who were interested in joining and had come to learn…

• Our Hospice Team – Leading Our Community Through Grief With Love

  Fifteen people attended Friday’s ASK Salt Spring gathering to welcome the amazing Hospice team. It was immediately clear to all of us that these hardworking volunteers, Elly, Lorrine, Kathleen, Connie, and office manager Tracy loved their opportunity to help our community navigate dying and grief, offering care and wisdom during these emotion-laden journeys. And, that…