Tag Archives: Area C Director Reports

Area C Director’s Report: Evans Bay aquaculture report made public, Hospital Board news + more

From the desk of Regional Director Robyn Mawhinney

Hello and happy summer! 
This report has news for you: the Hospital Board is exploring ‘front-loading’ long-term care project costs, an Evans Bay aquaculture report was made public, plus a refresher on Siting Permits for construction on Quadra Island. Many thanks to all who’ve reached out since I declared my intent to run for re-election, I appreciate the positive encouragement.

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Area C Director’s Report: successes, insights, challenges, opportunities… and running for re-election

From the desk of Regional Director Robyn Mawhinney

Hello, 
Since November 2022 I’ve had the honour of representing the Discovery Islands and Mainland Inlets at the Strathcona Regional District Board. Representing Area C has been challenging & rewarding. I’m happy to share my intention to run for re-election this fall and I hope I can count on your support. General local elections are scheduled for October 17.

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Area C Director’s Report: news from the May Board meeting

From the desk of Regional Director Robyn Mawhinney

Hello,
Far from complaints of ‘Junuary’, recent rain showers have been a blessing as we head into a predicted hot, dry summer. FireSmartBC.ca shares actions, resources & tips for reducing the risk of wildfire damaging your home… they say the best protection against wildfire damage is prevention. This short report shares news from the May 27 Board meeting & summer dates for ‘chat with the Director’.

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Area C Director’s Report: OCP process & a Strathcona Gardens update

From the desk of Regional Director Robyn Mawhinney

Hello,
May Day was such fun! Lovely weather, parading moon beams, star goddesses and black holes, May Pole ribbon dances, picnic lunches and races… huge gratitude to the many hands who shaped and created this community building event! This report focuses on our Area C Official Community Plan, what’s next in that process, and a Strathcona Gardens Service update.

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Area C Director’s Report: recycle depot opening, Strathcona Gardens Service advocacy + MORE

From the desk of Regional Director Robyn Mawhinney

Hello,
The buzz of bees in blooms has been welcome and the buzz around the community is increasing as spring days warm and lengthen. This report shares news about Quadra’s recycle depot (it’s opening May 30!), ongoing advocacy re: Strathcona Gardens assent vote, and Board support for investigating a First Responder Service for the Outer Discovery Islands.

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