Soon Metchosin residents may roll up their sleeves to receive their annual flu shot and the Covid bivalent booster right here in our community. Monday, November 7 | 11:00 am – 7:00 pmTuesday, November 8 | 11:00 am – 7:00 pm Old Elementary School Gym 4495 Happy Valley Rd *NO APPOINTMENT NECESSARY* The following are helpful …
Wednesday, October 26 | 11 am on Zoom The Metchosin Foundation formed in 2008. Its mission is to improve environmental protection, stewardship, and education. Chris Pratt, Morgan Yates and Valerie Jaeger talked about: Why and how the foundation was created and who supported its beginnings What the foundation has accomplished Future goals Challenges and opportunities …
Friday, October 7 | 1:00 – 3:00 pm at the Metchosin Community House Adult abuse is a serious problem. Neighbours, friends, and family members are first to see warning signs, but often don’t know what to do about it. It’s Not Right! is a presentation of the BC Assoc. of Community Response Networks to educate …
Take Part in an Intergeneration Collaboration We are once again collaborating with Westmont Montessori School on an intergenerational learning program for middle students. Sign up to take part in either or both projects! PROJECT TECHNOLOGYFridays: October 7, 14 (2 weeks)9:40-11:15am at Westmont The first project focuses on students helping you with your technology questions and …
Wednesday, 14 September | 1:00–2:00 pm on Zoom Amanda Proznick, Manager of the Island Health MAiD program, and Metchosin resident, gave a presentation on medical assistance in dying, including: Brief history Current and upcoming legislation Eligibility Safeguards Questions and answers Watch the recording on YouTube Resources Island Health MAiD website Dying With Dignity Canada Seniors’ …
Tuesday, August 30| 1-2pm on Zoom John Ranns interviewed his sister Judy Partridge about growing up in Metchosin. In 1946 when their father retired from the military and Judy was 10 years old, the Ranns family moved to the community. John was born after the family settled here. Judy and John will share memories from …
John Ranns and sister Judy Partridge in Conversation Read More »
Thursday, July 28 | 1-2pm on Zoom With rising global temperatures and climate change, we are experiencing increased wildfires, flooding, atmospheric rivers, and heat domes. We’ll hear from the Metchosin FireSmart Program and Fire Chief about how to prepare and what resources are available in the community, from sandbags to misting stations. Learn what signs …
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Thursday, July 14 | 1-2pm on Zoom How FireSmart is your home? Metchosin has large intermix areas with both residences and forest, adding to its beauty, but also its susceptibility to wildfire. We’ll hear from the Metchosin FireSmart Program about free home assessments, local rebate and chipping programs, resources, and what you can do to …
Tuesday, June 14 | 1:00 pm on Zoom Shirley Daventry French, who celebrated her 90th birthday last year, has lived in Metchosin since 1972. While raising her 3 children here, she engaged on a fascinating and fulfilling career in yoga which led to her studying under several world-renowned yogis – some of whom graced our …
Shirley Daventry French & Rachel French de Mejiain in Conversation Read More »
Saturday, June 4 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Celebrating our Volunteers and Supporters!French pastries, coffee, friendship, and the ambiance of Paris in Metchosin! “The pastries, the music, and the smiles were wonderful.” “It was great to see people again having a good time!” ~Testimonials shared with us ~ Thanks to financial support from the …
