OUR VISION IS A THRIVING SALT SPRING ISLAND, RESILIENT TO CLIMATE CHANGE
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From local climate wins to upcoming events and important community calls to action, stay up to date with the work happening across Salt Spring and the Southern Gulf Islands.
To Protect Salt Spring’s Forests, We Need to Talk About Housing
Housing might not seem like a climate issue – but on Salt Spring, it’s one of the most important ones we face.
TSS believes there’s a better path – one that protects ecosystems and builds a more resilient community. Here’s why…
Watersheds, Leaks, & Outdoor Use
The importance of protecting Salt Spring Island’s precious freshwater resources can’t be overstated. Living on an island with limited water means we all share a responsibility to care for this essential resource. Our lakes, aquifers,…
From Vision to Action: our 2025 Annual Report
2025 was a year of deepening commitment – to each other, to this island, and to the urgent work of building a resilient future. As we welcome new Board leadership, with Tisha Boulter stepping into…
Transition Salt Spring to Islands Trust: Put Climate at the Centre of the New Policy Statement
On March 10th Transition Salt Spring travelled to Duncan to speak directly to Islands Trust Council. The message: climate change needs to be at the heart of the new Policy Statement — not a footnote. Here’s what we said, and what we’re asking for.
Repair Café – April 26th, 2026
The next Repair Café is coming up on Sunday, April 26th, 2026, 10:30 am – 1:30 pm at Meaden Hall. Stations Available: ✅ General Household Repair✅ General Clothing✅ Electrical Appliances✅ Darning Knitwear✅ Knife Sharpening✅ Jewelry…
Join us for our upcoming Annual General Meeting and Member Gathering
WHEN: Thursday, April 2nd, 5pm – 8pm
WHERE: Lions Hall, 105 Bonnet Avenue
We will serve a light dinner. You are also welcome to bring something to share for a mixed potluck. Or just attend the AGM, your choice!
Anyone who subscribes to the TSS newsletter is considered a member and eligible to vote. RSVP now!
OUR FOCUS AREAS
Transition Salt Spring is a community-powered non-profit focused on practical, place-based solutions to the climate crisis. Through education, research, hands-on workshops, advocacy, and local rebates, we’re building resilience and inspiring sustainable solutions for our island’s future.
Fire risk reduction & forest resilience
Conservation at home & work
Neighbourhood emergency preparedness
Drinking water & watershed protection
First Nations reconciliation
Climate-smart land use
Food security & agriculture
Sustainable waste management
Public & active transportation
Organizational capacity building
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COMMUNITY IMPACTS
We’re turning local climate goals into real-world results - from forest restoration, home energy upgrades, and community skill-building. Every project brings us one step closer to a thriving island future.
