The Salt Spring Local Trust Committee will soon be amending our Official Community Plan (OCP). Because our OCP must be consistent with the Trust Policy Statement, a Trust-wide document, it is significant that it, too, is being amended. We fear [...]
The following articles are about housing and development, indicating that suites won't be the affordable housing solution. “A Remote Canadian Island Makes History in Fight for Affordable Housing” (National Observer) “Patrick Condon: Behold Vancouver, Where There are Housing Solutions to [...]
Still wondering what to make of the controversy surrounding Bylaw #530, allowing development of either an accessory dwelling or a suite on most residential properties on the island? For a clear and precise explanation of all the reasons Bylaw #530 should [...]
Salt Spring is in the final days of the LCC election campaign. If islanders who want the LCC to succeed get out to vote, and concentrate their votes on the most capable candidates, the new LCC will be off to [...]
The All-Candidates Debate is Tuesday, May 16 at Fulford Hall, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Attend if you possibly can to help ensure a democratic event. Plan to challenge the candidates if you get the opportunity to ask a question. Voting starts this week! [...]
