Lawn Sprinkling Regulations
Due to unseasonably dry and hot weather, and record low inflows to reservoirs, Metro Vancouver has further restricted water use and Stage 3 Lawn Sprinkling Regulations are now in effect. Restrictions include: A ban on all lawn sprinkling. Treated drinking water may not be used for sprinkling of any kind, however, residential vegetables, flowers, shrubs, plants and trees may be watered by hand with a container or spring-loaded shut-off nozzle. Vehicle and boat washing is prohibited, except for windows, mirrors, lights, and licence plates for safety reasons. Residential swimming pools, hot tubs, and garden ponds may not be refilled or topped up. Power and pressure washing, and washing any outdoor impermeable surfaces is only allowed for health and safety purposes. Water exemption permits, such as those under phase two for nematode treatment and new lawns, are cancelled. Read full regulations here: metrovancouver.org.
North Shore Fruit Tree Project
Will pick unwanted fruit from homeowner's yards and donate it to local charities. To donate fruit, contact 604-983-6444 x640 or [email protected]. Please contact before fruit is ripe. northshorefruittreeproject.ca
Volunteers Wanted
Volunteer with the North Shore Fruit Tree Project to help connect those with fruit trees to those in need. Seeking volunteers to help with fruit tree picks throughout the summer
and early fall. Also seeking pick leaders, preferably with a truck, trailer hitch or vehicle with roof racks. 604-983-6444 x640, [email protected], northshorefruittreeproject.ca
Climate change and the ecology of rocky shores
Join expert marine ecologist Chris Harley for a discussion on the ongoing effect of changing river flow and ocean warming and acidification on marine ecosystems in BC, including the shorelines of Lighthouse Park, Saturday, Sept. 12, 2-4 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. 604-925-7400, westvanlibrary.ca
Compiled by Debbie Caldwell Email information for your non-profit, by donation or nominal fee event to [email protected].
