If you haven’t stopped by yet, Palas Farm Shoppe is now open and well worth a visit. Gayle Palas welcomes you to drop in Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 9am to 4pm at 11025 Finch Place, just off Gait Rd in Saltair.
Inside, you’ll find a cozy spot filled with fresh baked treats like sourdough loaves, scones and cookies, along with homemade jams, soaps and other hand crafted goods. There’s also a small free library to browse, plus seasonal produce fresh from the farm.
It’s a lovely place to slow down, support local and take home something made with care. If you’re in the area, swing by and say hello to Gayle.
Gayle Palas, owner of The Farm ShoppeInside peek of The Farm Shoppe! Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 9 to 4 at 11025 Finch Place, just off Gait Rd in Saltair.Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 9 to 4 at 11025 Finch Place, just off Gait Rd in Saltair.
The CVRD plans to reduce the minimum lot size in R2 zones from 2 acres to 1 acre, allowing subdivision into smaller suburban-style lots.
Why It Matters
Loss of rural character and forested areas
Increased housing density with suites/carriage homes
Decline in biodiversity and local wildlife
Strain on water, sewage, and infrastructure
Potential rise in property taxes
Take Action This change may be finalized in Fall 2025. If you oppose it, please sign the petition to keep the 2-acre minimum in rural Saltair.
“I oppose the removal of the 2-acre minimum lot size in Saltair’s Official Community Plan and request its reinstatement to preserve our community’s rural character.”
Important Notice from Cowichan Valley Regional District:
The CVRD is delivering totes to residents starting April 1 in anticipation of the three-stream curbside collection program beginning in June. Depending on the electoral area you live in, you can expect the following totes/bins to be delivered to your residence this spring:
Saltair Area G residents will receive the following:
Bear resistant rolling organics tote. Size 132 Litre
Glass Bin Size: 27 Litre
Food scrap kitchen bin. Size 18 Litre
*The new totes/bins can be used on your first scheduled pickup day inJune.
The CVRD will send an alert via the Cowichan Recycles app to residents the day before the totes/bins are delivered.
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