The 30-30-30 Rule is widely used by wildfire professionals as a simple way to recognize conditions that can cause fires to grow quickly. When all three line up on the same day, vegetation and soil dry out fast, ignitions become more likely, and any fire that does start can spread quickly and unpredictably. Embers travel farther, spot fires can jump ahead of the main fire front, and firefighters face a much harder job. These are the days to take seriously.

The next Repair Café is coming up on Saturday, September 19th, 2026, 10:30 am – 1:30 pm at Meaden Hall. Stations include: ✅ General Household Repair✅ General Clothing✅ Electrical Appliances✅ Darning Knitwear✅ Knife Sharpening✅ Jewelry✅ Zippers ❌ No Micro-Electronics (containing circuit boards). 💸 Cost: By donation Why do Repair Cafes rock? Sign up for the…

A recent community survey has given Transition Salt Spring a clearer picture of how residents feel about wildfire risk on the island, and the results are both sobering and encouraging. The survey received 459 responses from residents across Salt Spring. Read on to learn how the survey is shaping Salt Spring's wildfire readiness.

Results from the recent Salt Spring Island Community Wildfire Survey showed that residents are increasingly concerned about hotter, drier summers and the wildfire risks that come with them. This year’s conditions are already reinforcing that concern. Read on for what you can do to help.

Upcoming Webinar with BC Bestselling Author Linda Gilkeson, PhD Want to make the most of your garden harvest without expensive equipment or complex processing? Join acclaimed organic gardening expert Linda Gilkeson, PhD, for a practical, photo-rich online workshop focusing on simple food storage methods that anyone can use. WHEN: Sunday, August 30th, 2026TIME: 3pm –…

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…

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, and rain streams systems are the foundation of life here – for people, plants, and wildlife alike. With summer fast…

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 the Chair role alongside Vice Chair Kelda Logan, we carry forward the same core belief that has always guided us:…

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.