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GISS A new minibus for Gulf Islands Secondary School
A $75,000 donation from the Wilding Foundation will let GISS replace its aging minibus, a 25-year-old vehicle with more than 180,000 kilometres that has long served athletics, robotics, TASK, leadership, and class trip programs.
The new bus will keep students moving to competitions and events across Vancouver Island and the Lower Mainland.
FabLab A creative haven at the heart of the community
The FabLab at the Salt Spring Public Library is a community makerspace equipped with 3D printers, laser cutters, design software, and more. It offers islanders of all ages a place to learn, experiment, and create -- all free of charge.
In 2025, the FabLab logged over 1,100 appointments and 3,600 drop-in visits, with STEAM program attendance over 1,000 participants.
GISS Robotics Building robots, building futures
The Cyber/Scorpions team brings together students from grades 8 to 12 who design, build, and compete through VEX Robotics. The team has grown to 30 students and seven independently designed robots in a single season.
Shoemaking Workshop: Leather Sandals
A two-day intensive in handmade leather sandals — cut, shape, and stitch your own pair on a contoured footbed and molded sole.
ApplyLeather Shoemaking: Oxfords
A six-day intensive workshop covering pattern cutting, lasting, and leather sole construction. Leave with your own pair of handmade shoes.
ApplyFabLab Child & Youth Programs
Free STEAM programs for ages 6-18. Design, build, and explore at the Salt Spring Library FabLab.
Learn moreHelping artists finish what they started
Grants of $3,000 to $10,000 for visual artists across the Southern Gulf Islands. More updates on the new grants to come.