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Zinc change fundraiser

My daughter Francesca is doing a 50km walk to raise money for Type 1 Diabetes. To assist her in reaching her goal I will be doing a zinc change for anyone who needs it for a minimum donation of $100 on June 20th. If you would like to have yours done please email me at ajbritton@shaw.ca


From Francesca


I'm reaching out because I'm taking on a big challenge this year: I'm hiking 50 kilometers Sunshine Hut to Hut. It's to help other Type One Adults in support of Connected in Motion. an organization that has profoundly impacted my life as someone living with Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). I've had TID now for 32 years and was diagnosed at the age of 12.

As you might know, living with T1D means a constant balancing act – monitoring blood sugar, administering insulin, and navigating the unpredictable nature of an autoimmune disease. It's…

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Missing Aluminum Plate

The weekday Dock Crew volunteers have been busy reassembling D dock with an all-metal joint. Unfortunately, about 3 weeks ago a piece of aluminum plate about 1m long went missing from D dock. Below is a photo of its twin. If anyone knows where it is or what happened to it, please let me know. Thanks!


Attaching I-beam to north section of D dock.
Attaching I-beam to north section of D dock.

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Staycation Destination

If you hanker for a brief break from the city, consider sailing/paddling out to our CFSA Picnic Barge. It features over 600 sq ft of space for picnicking, suntanning, dancing,...


It's now moored in its summer home, Jetstream Cove. You can find it in the western part of Esquimalt Harbour  just north of Smart Island at 48.449N 123.449W (https://maps.app.goo.gl/5Kng2QFxbvxpqi5g9)


As usual, call KHM to let them know where you are going.


Terry affixing deckboards whilst underway.
Terry affixing deckboards whilst underway.

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Apr 10

That’s fantastic to see the barge back in place!

Work party 14 March Cancelled

Due to the commodores ball taking place Saturday evening, there will be no work party on Saturday morning. If you still feel like grinding/cutting you’re most welcome to continue the progress. If you have questions of what to do, reach out!

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