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Early season produce
and much more at the BowFEAST farmers market
A place for going inward
The team effort behind creating the Rivendell Sanctuary
Oil spill training
WCMRC practices taking care of a spill from a derelict vessel
The state of Mannion Bay MLA gets a tour of the bay and a presentation by a residents’ group SUSANNE MARTIN EDITOR
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Callie Brougham shows off one of the uses for a stand up paddle board while Trixie the dog looks toward the beach at Tunstall Bay. Story on page 9. Maia Blomberg photo
Bowen representatives attend fisheries roundtable SUSANNE MARTIN EDITOR
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im Pardee and Mike von Zuben made up the delegation from the Bowen Island Fish and Wildlife Club (BIFWC) that attended the Sea to Sky Fisheries Advisory Group roundtable in Squamish on July 9. They met with biologists, environmentalists, MP John Weston (West Vancouver - Sunshine Coast - Sea to Sky) and MP Robert Sopuck (Dauphin - Swan River – Marquette) who
is also a member of both the Fisheries and Environment Committees of the House of Commons. Pardee, the BIFWC’s president, believes it is important for local representatives to participate in regional discussions to make their views and experiences known. “It is important for the BIFWC to work with all the elected officials to ensure that the people who represent us understand the situation and need of Bowen Island,” Pardee said. “I feel that M.P. John Weston has done quite a bit of work to convey the views of
local conservationists to Ottawa.” “One of the points that came across from fisheries experts and advocates was the emphasis that the recommendations of the Cohen Commission should be taken seriously,” Pardee said. “It stresses that the decline of salmon is something we cannot ignore and that salmon is important for the west coast.” Pardee saw this as an important message, almost a plea to the federal government to please act on the commission’s recommendation. continued, PAGE 3
hen Jordan Sturdy, the new MLA for the West Vancouver - Sea to Sky region, visited Bowen Island on Friday, July 12, he was treated to a tour of one of the local beaches. But the intent of taking Sturdy to Mannion Bay (often called Deep Bay) was not to show him a site of attraction but rather point out a situation local residents have lobbied to address. Representing the Friends of Mannion Bay were Mike Lightbody and Derek Trethewey and, in a subsequent presentation to council, they spoke about live-aboards and derelict vessels in the bay. Lightbody pointed out that Sandy Beach at Mannion Bay is one of the most accessible and stroller-friendly beaches on Bowen Island but that water testing has shown a high coliform count. “This has been a growing issue over the last 20 and increasingly over the last 10 years, “ Lightbody said. “The challenge we face has to do with boats, live aboards, derelict vessels and a number of floats.” The issue has been brought to the attention of the municipality numerous times as living aboard a boat in the area is not permitted in the Land Use Bylaw, according to a briefing report compiled by councillor Alison Morse. The report also says that there are federal regulations for mooring buoys and the responsibility to enforce them falls to the coast guard. Morse also stated that foreshore leases for floats are under provincial jurisdiction. “The federal and provincial governments must work together to solve the cross jurisdictional issues and help the affected communities,” the briefing says, adding that one of the vessels, an abandoned wooden cabin cruiser was recently removed at a cost to the municipality of $5,000. “[Dealing with vessels that are abandoned in the water or ashore] is a long process and a costly one. This is not a cost the local community should have to incur,” the report says. continued, PAGE 3
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Summer clean up this Saturday
Walker appointed HR manager
Please note: mattresses will be accepted, but to a maximum of two per vehicle. Large loads will not be accepted. owen Waste Service will Free paint recycling and provide large containhazardous waste disposal is ers for a free residential scheduled for Saturday, July clean-up on Saturday, July 20, 27, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at B o w e n I s l a n d M u n I c I pa l I t y the Building Job posting - Senior Accountant Centre For further Bowen Island Municipality is seeking a highly motivated individual with excellent public relations and interpersonal skills for the full time position of Senior Accountant. The successful applicant will be expected information, to fulfill a variety of finance functions and provide general support in the day to day operation of the please contact finance department. The duties of the position will include, water & sewer billings, municipal collections, a Bowen Waste variety of senior accounting tasks and provide assistance to the Finance Manager in areas such as budget Service at 604preparation /reporting and financial statement and annual audit preparation. 947-2255. The preferred candidate will be seeking to develop a career in local government finance; will have
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completed three years of a recognized accounting program, possess payroll experience, strong computer skills (word processing and spreadsheet applications), have a minimum of five years of accounting experience including AP and AR sub-ledger maintenance. The ability to maintain high quality customer service to both or internal and external customers is key. Bowen Island Municipality offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Qualified applicants are invited to forward a written application and resume by 4:30 P.M. Friday, July 26, 2013: Attention Kristen Watson, CGA Manager of Finance, Bowen Island Municipality 981 Artisan Lane, Bowen Island, BC, V0N 1G2 We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those selected to be interviewed will be contacted.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
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Bylaw No. 339, 2013 – cited as “Bowen Island Municipality Land Use Bylaw NOTICE is hereby that Bowen Island Bylaw Municipal will hold a public hearing on the No.given 57, 2002, Amendment No. Council 339, 2013”
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ast week, the Bowen Island Municipality announced the appointment of Christine Walker as the human resource manager. As a result of this appointment, Christine undertakes a dual role for BIM: manager of recreation and community services and HR manager. Christine joined BIM’s Recreation Department in March 2004 having brought significant municipal experience from the North Vancouver Recreation Commission, City of Coquitlam and District of West Vancouver. Christine and her family have
been active residents of Bowen for the last 10 years. Christine has spent the last year as chair of staff ’s Personnel Policy Review Committee and has the trust and respect of all the staff. This is an exciting step forward in BIM’s evolution as an organization - BIM has not had a dedicated HR manager since its incorporation in 1999. This appointment received the unanimous and enthusiastic support of both council and the HR Committee. It also underscores the philosophy of council and the CAO to empower and recognize the level of excellence we have onisland and within our organization.
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INVITATION TO A PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE regarding Zoning for Private and Group Moorages CATES HILL CHAPEL, 661 Carter Road THURSDAY, JULY 25, 2013 – 5:00 PM TO 8:00 PM (A presentation and Q&A period will be held at 6:30 pm) Bowen Island Municipality is considering amendments to Land Use Bylaw No. 57, 2002 to further define and regulate private and group moorage facilities adjacent to waterfront residential properties. The Water Use Coastal – WG1 Zone of the Land Use Bylaw provides municipal zoning regulations for most of the crown land covered by water extending 300 metres seaward from the high water mark around Bowen Island. Changes are proposed to the Land Use Bylaw that would regulate the size, length and location of moorage facilities, and would delete permission for boathouses and floating breakwaters within this zone. You are invited to attend this open house and to provide your comments on these proposals. Background information, including draft bylaw amendments, background reports, and a comment sheet are available on the municipal web site, under “Current Topics” at www.bimbc.ca.
For the purpose of allowing the public to make representations to the Bowen Island • Bylaw No. 339, 2013 – cited as “Bowen Island Municipality Land Use Bylaw No. 57, 2002, Municipal Council respecting matters contained in the proposed bylaw at 12:45_p.m. Amendment Bylaw No. 339, 2013” Monday, July, 22, 2013 at the Municipal Hall, 981 Artisan Lane, Bowen Island, BC.
For the purpose of allowing the public to make representations to the Bowen Island Municipal At the public hearing all persons believe that interest in Monday, property July, is affected by Council respecting matters contained in who the proposed bylawtheir at 12:45 p.m. 22, 2013 the proposedHall, bylaw be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present at the Municipal 981shall Artisan Lane, Bowen Island, BC. written submissions respecting matters contained in the proposed bylaw.
At the public hearing all persons who believe that their interest in property is affected by the proposed bylawThe shall be afforded a reasonable be heard or to present written submissions purpose of Bylaw No. 339,opportunity 2013 is totocorrect terminology in previous Bylaw No. respecting matters contained in the proposed bylaw. 311, 2011 which referred to “maximum floor area” rather than “maximum building footprint” and to clarify the nature of accessory uses for the proposed Belterra
The purpose of Bylaw No. 339, 2013 is to correct terminology in previous Bylaw No. 311, 2011 which Cohousing Development. As amended, the project will permit 30 residential units and referred to “maximum floor area” rather than “maximum building footprint” and to clarify the nature an amenity building at 726 Belterra Road subject to the following: of accessory uses for the proposed Belterra Cohousing Development. As amended, the project will A maximum total building footprint of all buildings with Cohousing use - 1850 permit 30 residential units and an amenity building at 726 Belterra Road subject to the following: square metres; • A maximum total building footprint of all buildings with Cohousing use - 1850 square metres; The maximum building footprint for common amenity building use – 280 square • The maximum building footprint for common amenity building use – 280 square metres; metres; • The maximum building footprint of accessory buildings – 1250 square metres. The maximum building footprint of accessory buildings – 1250 square metres. Subject Property:
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Expression of Interest External Contractors If you are a local contractor and want to be eligible to work with Bowen Island Municipality’s Public Works Department, you must register as an External Contractor (EC). Please visit municipal hall or www.bimbc.ca/department_public_works to review the EC Procedures and to obtain an application form. All applications (including copies of all proofs of insurance) must be submitted to Midge Meeres, Public Works Clerk by 4:00 pm July 29, 2013. Late applications will not be accepted. If the EC meets the Municipality’s requirements, they will be placed on a pre-qualified list that the Municipality will use as projects become available. The information contained in the application will be kept confidential. If you have any questions, please contact the Public works Department at 604-947-4255.
for More InforMatIon call 604-947-4255 The subject property is located at 726 Belterra Road, Bowen Island, B.C. and legally described as Lot, B. Plan 22869, District Lot 489. A copy of the proposed bylaw and any background material that may be considered by the Bowen Island Municipal Council in respect of the proposed bylaw, may be inspected at the Bowen Island Municipal Hall, 981 Artisan Lane, Bowen Island, BC between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, inclusive, excluding statutory holidays, commencing Friday, July 12, 2013. Or can be viewed at http://bimbc.ca/files/embedded2010/BelterraBackgroundInformation.pdf Submissions may be delivered to:
1. the Bowen Island Municipal Hall in person, by mail at 981 Artisan Lane, Bowen Island, B.C., V0N 1G2 or by Fax (604) 947-0193, prior to 12:45 p.m. Monday, July 22, 2013 or
2. after 12:45 p.m., Monday, July 22, 2013 to the Bowen Island Municipal Council at the Public Hearing at 12:45 p.m., Monday, July 22, 2013.
Inquiries regarding the proposed bylaw may be directed to Judy McLeod, Deputy Approving Officer at (604) 947-4255 or by email at jmcleod@bimbc.ca. NO REPRESENTATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED BY THE BOWEN ISLAND MUNICIPAL COUNCIL AFTER THE CONCLUSION OF THE PUBLIC HEARING. Kathy Lalonde, Chief Administrative Officer
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Water Restrictions For All Municipal Water Systems Summer is here and we are experiencing sharp drops in water supplies. Therefore, effective immediately, the following restrictions apply:
NO LAWN SPRINKLING NO CAR/BOAT WASHING NO DECK/POWER WASHING Here are a few tips and reminders: • turn the tap off while brushing your teeth or soaping your hands • use the dishwasher only when it is full • use laundry machines as sparingly as possible • embrace the dusty look for your car • water garden by hand-held hose or containers • equip hoses with spring-loaded shutoff devices • collect rainwater for garden use using covered tanks/barrels • flush only when necessary Please limit your water usage THIS IS A COMMUNITY EFFORT: LET’S MAKE IT WORK! Thank you, Public Works
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owen Island Municipal Council conducted the following business at the special council meeting held on July 15: • Parks and Recreation Commission Establishment Bylaw: The director of community recreation services presented a report to council regarding a Parks and Recreation Commission Establishment Bylaw No. 346, 2013 (https:// bowenisland.civicweb.net/Documents/ DocumentList. aspx?ID=1632). The matter was deferred to the July 22 regular council meeting for first, second and third readings. • Mobile food vending truck concept: council received an update on the mobile food vending proposal by “Bowen Waffle” in which the proponents have advised they have been given permission to occupy part of the Bowen Island Pub parking lot. One letter of support was received from a member of the public; three letters of opposition were introduced from Snug Cove (food) businesses. Council advised “Bowen Waffle” that they would have to submit a formal application to staff should they wish to move forward with their proposed venture for mobile food vending on Bowen Island. A video recording of this meeting may be viewed at the following link: www.bimbc.ca/ livestream. Next scheduled meeting: Monday, July 22.
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Creating an action plan for Mannion Bay continued, PAGE 1
“We need to take the issue to a level that creates an action plan,” Lightbody said. “Several vessels have sunk, impacting the environment and there are water issues which have been proven by testing. Last week, a young child got sick and we are pretty sure that relates to the high coliform count.” Lightbody says that, in addition to the water quality issue, neighours have been disturbed by individuals who “set up chairs, leave empties, make fires, yelling and screaming late into the night.” Lightbody says that when the Friends of Mannion Bay have brought their concerns to the owners of the vessels, the responses have varied. “Of the people who come here, when they realize they are not welcome, some move on but others say, ‘I’m not leaving, I don’t have to,’” he said. Lightbody said that the last beach cleanup was a neighbouhood effort. “Within four hours, we had the beach cleaned and we had machinery to deal with a derelict boat on the beach,” he said, adding that the cleanup crew also noticed signs of substance abuse, such as needles found on the beach. Since then, the refuse has “crept back.” Lighbody said that the people who live on the boats don’t pay taxes but have access to amenities in Snug Cove as well as an
outhouse on Sandy Beach. Boats that have ended up on the beach are dangerous for kids and those that sink pose an environmental hazard due to septic, oil, fuel and other contaminants they carry on board, according to Lightbody. “Not only do the derelict vessels become a navigation hazard, they are also unsightly,” he said. “It’s bad for businesses and bad for residents. In the past, we had people come up and anchor there to visit Snug Cove but they are not coming any more.” Derek Trethewey is the owner of the Bowen Island Lodge. He recalled one potential client who came to see whether the lodge was suitable for a corporate retreat. “He came and tied up his boat. But when he saw [the state of Mannion Bay], he left. I think we underestimate the negative impact this has. It affects our businesses and our jobs,” Trethewey said. “We have very few places where it is safe to come and swim. Our community deserves better than that and so do the tourists.” Councillor Wolfgang Duntz said he’s lived in Deep Bay for 33 years. “When we came to Bowen Island, it was a very popular destination for boaters until about 15 years ago. I know what it was and what it is and it is shameful,” he said, adding that the only viable solution would be for the municipality to gain jurisdiction. Municipal bylaw services officer
Bonny Brokenshire said she doesn’t believe that there is a “quick fix” and many environmental as well as socio-economic aspects have to be taken into account. “This is a complex issue. It’s a good start getting the foreshore lease but I believe the derelicts are only one part of the problem,” she said, adding that it has to be a collaborate effort of all the stakeholders. Lightbody recommended a number of potential solutions. “There used to be a log boom around the beach to display the fact that this is a swimming beach and not simply a landing area for boats,” he said, explaining that the inconvenience of getting around the
boom would potentially act as a deterrent. Other suggestions included signage, charging a fee for over-night anchorage, for the municipality to acquire the foreshore lease to be able to enforce the bylaws or to add a levy to the sale of old boats that could create a coffer for dealing with boat disposal. Lightbody also suggested an increased level of coordination between the different levels of government. MLA Jordan Sturdy said that he had been asking for input at the provincial level in preparation for the meeting and heard that “Bowen should apply for a foreshore lease and get on with it.”
Various vessels anchor in Mannion Bay and Derek Trethewey and Mike Lightbody presented concerns about derelict and liveaboards boats. Susanne Martin photos
Pardee: Important to communicate local views to government continued, PAGE 1
Tim Pardee and Mike von Zuben of the Bowen Island Fish and Wildlife Club) with MP Robert Sopuck (Dauphin-Swan River-Marquette) and MP John Weston (West Vancouver - Sunshine Coast - Sea to Sky) at the Fisheries Advocacy Group roundtable in Squamish. Josh Hemond photo
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Also under discussion were the amendments to the Fisheries Act that are scheduled to come into effect in the fall. “Most people in the room expressed the view that the new Fisheries Act needs more discussion and people need to know how to deal with issues that are specific to the west coast,” Pardee said. “There was concern around the table and many
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felt that they would like more details on how specific situations will be handled.” To Pardee, the important points of discussion focused on the Cohen Commission report and changes to the Fisheries Act. “Those were the key things for me,” he said. “I felt the meeting was productive in communicating the needs of Bowen and Howe Sound and it helps John [Weston] to express our views more clearly in Ottawa.”
Pardee added that protecting salmon, rockfish and the marine environment around Bowen is intricately linked to what happens in Howe Sound. “It’s good to see MPs dedicated to Howe Sound, to hear them express their views and listen. We are looking forward to further discussion and seeing some positive results,” Pardee said. “Hopefully we’ll be able to coordinate our efforts and make good things happen.”
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ST. GERARD’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH Mass: 10:30 a.m. Priest: Father James Comey
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Many reasons to remain passionate about defending the beaches Dear editor,
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hear Mr McGillivray’s frustration and sorrow at the loss of the Cape lands. But contrary to his closing comment, I believe there are many reasons to remain passionate about defending those beaches, even beyond their obvious, outstanding natural beauty. To begin with, every significant beach on this island has private land shoreside, no different to the Cape. But private docks have not been deemed acceptable on public beaches before now. We don’t give up our other public beaches just because the upland lots are privately owned; why would we at the Cape? For some reason we seem to expect a different standard should be applied there. Secondly, I’m sure Mr McGillivray appreciates the importance of protecting high quality public recreational amenities such as the Cape beaches, for the health of our development businesses as well as
other fields of economic activity, in that they attract visitors and residents to the island. These are the kinds of features that developers and real estate agents like to include in their brochures and websites. Lastly, as the man behind Belterra, as someone who appreciates the importance of public space to those in affordable housing, I’m sure he could feel impassioned about defending the interests of the vast majority of Bowen’s community, over 80 per cent of whom rated beaches as of high or very high importance in the recent municipal survey. Like Mr McGillivray, I too trust this council to deal with the issue of protecting our beaches and hope that he will join me and others at the open house on July 25 to speak out and support them in moving forward, effectively and decisively, with the proposed land use bylaw amendments.
Take-away points from meeting with the MLA To the editor: Re: open letter to Jordan Sturdy, MLA West Vancouver Sea to Sky:
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hank you for taking time from your busy scedule to come to Bowen Island yesterday, and participate in an informative session with our elected mayor and council, as well as several active representatives of our island community. As a member of the public, I appreciate your time and considered approach to the issues raised for discussion. The take-aways I appreciated you committed to and get back to council included: • encouraging the Caring Circle folks to continue working Melissa Harrison with Vancouver Coastal Health On behalf of Stop the Docks to seek some potential re-allocation of provincal funds from VCH to provide Bowen-specific care options; • to support Bowen Island Municipality and Friends of Mannion Bay in an application process to the Minister of Lands, Forests and Natural Resource Operations for a foreshore lease of lands fronting change on council certainly seem to indiMannion Bay in favour of the cate this. municipality; I believe that it is time to try to bring • to request BC Ferries for this island together instead of trying to a specific public input process divide Bowen. and dates and venues for that process to complete the BC A concerned Bowenite. Ferries consultation process prior to any decisions being Peter Rankin made on service cuts or re-allo-
It’s time to bring this island together To the editor: would like to comment on the column by Marcus Hondro regarding the Cape. I thought that it was based on the facts and believe that the majority on this island feels the same way as Marcus. The national park referendum and the
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cations as well as proposed fee structures; • to inquire at the provincial finance level as to Bowen’s elegibility for a share of the provicial gasoline tax (currently not available as we are tier 3 with Metro Vancouver Regional Municipality jurisdiction) but could possibly be tier 2 as an island municipality exemption, with the benefits of receiving a portion of the gas tax for local investment. • to inquire of the elected Islands Trust chair, Sheila Malcolmson, and board, as to the equity and disposition of annual fees collected from each member jurisdiction, and the apparent inequality of fees paid to service received on Bowen Island. As a ratepayer, I am also very concerned about escalating BC Hydro costs. As in many rural municipalities, we must rely on electricity for much of our energy requirements, with propane, wood and some smallscale solar and wind as our only alternatives. In spite of diligent conservation measures, I find it impossible to keep my household consumption below the stage 1 threshold for electrical use, and the costs go up exponentially with much greater costs anticipated. Thank you again for your time and obvious interest in issues of importance to our community. Bill Granger
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thank Alicia Marsden for the following information: it is Monday, July 15, 2013. I sit at the recycling depot set to write the first Slow Lane from this location. It’s a wonderfully friendly place and it’s like the ferry, you don’t know who you’re gonna share the experience with. I sit on the steps leading to the ‘Tin cans and Metals: No appliances or Tools’ and ‘Newspaper’ bins; flies hover around the area. Alicia and Patrick Hawkes are volunteering (the depot is run entirely by volunteers). Martin Clarke is also here, as a Black Sheep Morris dancer (it’s their turn to help and get some proceeds, which Bowen non-profits take turns doing). I’ve come at a momentous time as today marks a return of number one plastics. They were verboten for a goodly while and Alicia personed (a real word now) the balustrades and helped people learn which containers were acceptable and which were not over that time. She says not all number ones are okay even now, only translucent ones, not opaque ones. The exciting thing about that for me is that I’ve never written the word ‘opaque’ in a story before.With thousands of newspaper and online stories, this is the first usage of opaque. Now Patrick says the recycling efforts of islanders run from the uber-organized who have it all separated, and correctly, before arrival, and those for whom the job is “chaos on the hoof ”. The latter group basically brings the garbage, tossing it, I gather, willy-nilly about the bins like a farmer throwing seeds for her hens. Over the years, I’ve seen people heave things in the wrong place and yell “sorry but gotta make the ferry” or the rallying cry of the halfdoers “at least I got it here.” Once I saw a guy packing a big pile of stuff, drop it by the door and say “there you go” and bolt to his truck and zoom off. Today the return of number ones (translucent, not opaque) is generating a modicum of fanfare. There’s a steady stream and so far
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Piece of cake? In the photo, the Bowen Island Arts Council celebrated its 10th anniversary. Now, the organization looks back on 25 years of operation and invites islanders to a Birthday Bash on Saturday, July 27, from 7 to 10 p.m. with cupcakes, champagne, music, dancing and more. Submitted photo
Early mornings on Bowen To the editor:
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y name is James and I’m working this summer at the USSC marina, where it is very quiet and misty some mornings. Last week on the ferry, I wrote a little poem about those mornings and Bowen. It is called: The Mist-Kissed Tree-Tops of Bowen By the mist-kissed tree-tops of Bowen When the morning slowly breaks Birds flutter, critters twitter But no human yet awakes The owl is hoo-hooing At the heron or the jay And what the otter family is doing Well, I really couldn’t say When men and women waken Then comes the morning breeze
That blows mists shy caresses From the tip-tops of the trees Then into Snug Cove comes the ferry That makes the nearby waters hum Into the Snug Café, for a coffee The islanders will come And they’ll sit and laugh and gossip And work or rest or play And the mist-kissed tree-tops of Bowen Will be gone for another day For mist avoids the sunshine Can’t survive noon’s heat and light Lives only in the morning ‘midst the dying of the night Perhaps few know, but I’ll remember That, some mornings, off the seas The mist climbs the slopes of Bowen Isle To kiss the tip-tops of the trees. James Dunn
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am growing increasingly concerned about the amount of misinformation on this island. I can think of two reasons for this misinformation: reason number 1 - a lack of understanding of the situation being discussed; people unfortunately have not put sufficient time and effort into doing the background research. Reason number 2 - the facts are inconvenient; in order to advance a desired outcome, misinformation is given to fellow islanders who do not have the time to fact-check everything they hear or read. I give two recent examples. Over the past month, I have repeatedly heard or read that the docks at Cape Roger Curtis are being built on privately owned land. Turning to reason number 1 as an explanation for this misinformation, I would have to conclude that those making this point have no understanding of the public ownership of the foreshore (the region between the high tide and low tide lines). If this is the case, they really should have done some background research. But surely, with all the visibility that this issue has had, people must know that the docks are being built on publicly owned land. The province, therefore the public, owns the seafloor up to the high tide line. These docks are on public property. I unfortu-
nately have to conclude that the reason for this misinformation must be reason number 2 – the facts are inconvenient. Example number 2 of misinformation is the claim by the Bowen Island Improvement Association (BIIA) that they are “a registered organization with over 50 consecutive years of constructive involvement in support of responsive, efficient and accountable local government”. I find that this is definitely misleading. Yes, the original BIIA was founded over 50 years ago, a group noted for their conservation focus. In the 1970s, they actively promoted a ‘Save Bowen Island’ campaign, Bowen’s first official community plan, and the establishment of Crippen Park. But in the 1980s, the original BIIA unintentionally let the name lapse by not fulfilling a requirement of the Societies Act. Another group then took the BIIA name and began operating under the name which had long represented for islanders a respected environmentally-oriented group. So yes, one could say that the BIIA has been around for over 50 years, but the fact is, it has not been the current version of the BIIA. The current version of the BIIA has no claim to 50 years. The original BIIA became the Eco-Alliance. The Eco-Alliance is the group that has the 50+ years of service to Bowen Island. Rosemary Knight
I’ve spoken with Randy Anderson, Jan Parker, Marco Oliva, Andy Cuba (he’s an annoyingly good soccer player), Andy Behm (an annoyingly good baseball player) and Tamara, who has declined to give her surname but is clearly an outstanding citizen. Ed Sanders has just come in. I once quoted Ed as saying that Bowfest 2009 was “the best Bowfest ever.” The quote was accurate but unhappily it was Ed Kane, not Ed Sanders, who said it. Relating that story just caused me to look back and make sure I got the right Andy playing the right sport up there. I did. Tony Dives, long-time islander and the uncle of the Willing One, Wilson Dives, is leaving island. Tony’s moving to Kitsilano because he’s looking for more to do, telling me that when you get older, there’s not enough going on here. Something’s wrong with talking with friends and neighbours at BIRD? Kami Kanetsuka, Fraser Durrant, the brother of Andy Durrant, the third Andy to make it into this column (a record), and Fraser and Andy’s mom, Pat Durrant, are all here. More were here, I forgot to write some names down and already I can’t remember them all. What a busy place! Patrick shows me a bunch of stuff he picked out of the paper bin where you’re supposed to put, well, paper. He’s got an empty milk cartoon, some corn flakes along with coffee granules (breakfast), an old piece of clothing and an empty bottle of vodka. It occurs to us that the person who brought it all likely drank the vodka and then came to do the recycling. I feel sad as I recall how much the Boy used to love coming here, and the old recycling place across the road, and how he’d help out. Now we drive in and he says “I’ll meet you at the Knick Knack Nook” and away he goes. They grow old and get lazy so fast! Let’s end on a helpful note and solve a mystery at the same time: Patrick says a bad thing people do is fail to wash out their tins and other items, instead bringing them in with remnants of cat food, baked beans, sardines, spaghetti sauce, milk, lentil soup, spam and all manner of things. Their failure is the reason for the flies.
It’s not just the size that matters, it’s where you put the docks To the editor:
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he headline article a couple weeks back (The size of docks, Undercurrent July 5) focused on a single aspect concerning private docks on public shores on Bowen Island. The analysis of dock sizes clearly showed that the scale of docks at Cape Roger Curtis is well beyond the norm for privatelyowned docks on Bowen. The Cape docks even eclipse the size of our government wharves and institutional docks (CNIB and Tunstall Bay Clubhouse). Notably, the fact that council is proposing to limit dock lengths to 60 metres will do nothing to address the construction of five of six docks currently under development at the Cape. However, it isn’t just the size that matters, it’s where you put it. Council’s draft dock bylaw amendments allow for private or community docks to be built to 10 metres from the public beach access. Think about your favourite Bowen beach and give yourself about 20 or 30 metres of total community space to enjoy – that’s what council is proposing (for reference, a fully loaded logging truck is about the same
length). At Cape Roger Curtis, the developers and land owners have proposed to build five private docks within the iconic coastal section that contains three municipal parks, a public coastal trail, Pebble Beach, and a unique rocky shelf of tide pools and pocket beaches. I believe that private docks of any size or setback do not belong on these public shores. A final comment on Marcus Hondro’s musings last week about the Cape history. It is my opinion that his version of the Cape history contains numerous common errors, but I’m more concerned about the sentiment that nothing can be done to protect the public values at Cape Roger Curtis. As noted above, these parks, trail and beaches belong to all of us and of course we should seek to protect them. The visionaries who created the public shoreline trails and parks around Vancouver serve to showcase what the ultimate value is in fighting to save our special places. Mr. Hondro may have given up, but more than 1,250 of us still care passionately about the Cape. Doug Hooper Stop the Docks Campaign
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Building a vision Safe Homes, Safe Communities in the shape of aProudly Making Richmond a Safer Place to Live nautilus shell SUSANNE MARTIN Editor
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t is a beautiful, light filled space, surrounded by towering trees. It’s located just a few steps from the Rivendell Retreat Centre but entering the sanctuary feels like stepping into a different world. The purpose for the building emanates from every detail - it was conceived and constructed with meditation and prayer in mind. Bikespace Patrol The idea to build a meditation had long been envisioned, said Rivendell’s spiritual director Kathi Bentall. “We decided that we needed a quiet space that is separate from the main building but we didn’t want to disturb the top of the hill,� Bentall said. She explained that the rocky topography offered limited options but finally a place that had previously housed a wood shed was deemed suitable. From the beginning, is was clear to Bentall that she didn’t want a rectangular or square building. “I believe in circles when it comes to sacred spaces,� she said. “I lead retreats and we always sit in a circle. When we met with Don Nicolson, I said that I’ve always had the vision of a nautilus shell. He went away andEvents figured Community it out economically because we didn’t have a huge budget to work with. And he determined how to do it structurally.� Architect Don Nicolson of DNA teamed up with Barbara Wahler of Barbara Wahler Interior Design to realize Bentall’s vision. “The concept of a nautilus shell was intriguing to me. I’m a person who doesn’t come from such a strong spiritual connection and working with Kathi and her groups has been amazing because it opened up all kinds of new thoughts. Once we started talking about the interior, the concept of coming inward to a
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ent and the input continues throughout the central space and then being able to go back process. out brought forth lots of interesting ideas,â€? But in this case, it wasn’t just one person Wahler said, explaining that the floor was who provided input - it was a group. “You created by a concrete artist who incorporatneed the ability to listen and also hear the ed a spiral into the pattern. quiet voices,â€? Nicolson said. “There might be “The spiral represents a spiritual journey,â€? people in the group who have strong ideas Bentall added. “This mirrors what we have but are reluctant to present them.â€? done with the labyrinth below [Rivendell]. â€? Troops at Ease RCMP Air Patrol “I had a lot of questions about who was Wahler also drew attention to the sensagoing to use the space and how,â€? Wahler tion of coming in from a darker entrance said, adding that Nicolson worked closely and stepping into a light-filled space. “The with the group to determine the dimensions windows are pretty important,â€? she said. Community ATV Patrol of the room. “They told him what size of Nicolson has been involved in the prospace worked well but they based the meacess from the beginning, when the group at surements on a room that is a rectangle. Rivendell came together to share their idea RCMP Auxiliary of what the space could be. They called it the When the time came to build it, we realized that when you put a circle inside a rectangle, visioning process. Constable “We walked to the site together and some- it is smaller. The space is enveloped by a cirProgram cle rather than having empty corners.â€? one had some scrapYVR, of paper. We ended Vancouver International Airport It was the active professional partnerup crafting the concept on the site with the “Eâ€? Division Royalgroup, Canadian Gendarmerie royale ship between clients, architect and interior â€? Nicolson said. (Bowen Island) Mounted Policeadded du Canada designer that determined the project, says Wahler that this is a perfect examWahler. “We were working back and forth ple of a client-driven design where the work For information on Richmond RCMP Community-based programs call 604-278-1212. to create the vision of what the space should is based on criteria determined by the cliThe RCMP Auxiliary Constable Program is designed to be,â€? she said, adding that further strengthen community and police partnerships by providing input came from the trades. volunteers with the opportunity to perform various authorized “Mil Con Custom Homes Ltd. activities. The primary purpose of this program is to participate did the construction, Jack Callister in community policing activities throughoutBowen the province Island the electrical installation, Burns relating to public safety and crime prevention. Fire & FILENAME: Rescue RCMP (inside Back) JenningsCorrections created the door and Dave Stalker did the plumbing,â€? Aug08 Chamber PUBLICATION SIZE: FP(Bleed) ISSUE DATE: • A minimum age - 19 years Open House says Wahler. “It was great to be able • Canadian Citizen to do this project exclusively with • Educational requirement - High School Diploma or BIFD Volunteer’s would like to invite you to the Annual island talent.â€? equivalent Open House! It also was a positive experience work-related experience This year it will take place at the New Satellite Fire Hall for Jesse and Julian Milstead of Mil
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The Western Canada Marine Response Corporation came with three boats and nine people to conduct a training exercise in Bowen Island’s Mannion Bay where they simulated an oil spill caused by the sinking of a derelict vessel. Susanne Martin photos
In case of a spill SUSANNE MARTIN Editor
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n July 17, the Western Canada Marine Response Corporation (WCMRC) conducted a training exercise in Bowen Island’s Mannion Bay. The team simulated an oil spill caused by the sinking of a derelict vessel. Trevor Davis, WCMRC’s area manager for the south coast, explained that WCMRC’s mandate is to deliver safe and effective oil spill response services within B.C. The Mannion Bay simulation was one of the routine exercises that WCMRC conducts and the organization can draw on a pool of 500 available trained responders, including fishermen and marine contractors. “The first step was to contain the spill by putting in a boom,” Davis said, pointing to one of the three boats that posed as the vessel responsible for the spill. He explained that the idea was to create an even space around the vessel so that the skimming machine could be deployed. In certain circumstances, skimming can be more effective than using absorbent pads and it produces less waste, according to Davis, but Wednesday’s choppy waves made the job a little harder. WCMRC has 31 oil spill response vessels, 52 response trailers and 14 support vehicles. For the training exercise in Mannion Bay, the corporation sent three boats and a truck and trailer containing equipment. “The Burrard Cleaner number 7 does 28 knots, allowing us to reach Bowen in an hour. It also carries 1,000 feet of boom,” Davis said, adding that any response time varies depending on whether the call comes in during hours of operation. Davis says that if he should get a call involving a derelict vessel, his main concern would be about gasoline and diesel. “A derelict vessel could have a few jerry cans of gasoline or diesel on board and you never know,” he said. For oil spills, Davis says the marine rule is to report it when a drop hits the water. “Chances are that if there is a sheen, it is non-recoverable,” he said, adding that the sheen can spread fast, depending on tides and weather conditions. Even if the spill is deemed non-recoverable, it still should be reported. “That helps to build awareness and keeps it on our minds to be careful,” he said. Davis says that WCMRC is the only Transport Canada certified response organization for Canada’s west coast. It covers 27,000 kilometers of coast line and extends to the 200 nautical mile limit. The organization’s response area also includes all inland navigable waters in B.C. WCMRC’s state of readiness is funded by the shipping industry and oil handling companies as required by law and Davis adds that the organization is part
of a spill response network that includes Transport Canada, Canadian Coast Guard, Environment Canada, the Province of B.C., the Department of Fisheries and Oceans, the Canadian Wildlife Service, and the Regional Environmental Emergency Team (REET). On-water pollution should be reported to the coast guard’s 24-hour spill response hotline at 1-800-8898852 or by contacting a Marine Communications and Traffic Services (MCTS) centre on VHF channel 16. See http://www.ccg-gcc.gc.ca/eng/CCG/ER_ Reporting_Incident.
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Aiming to be the best destination Approximately 10 owners of vacation rental properties were in attendance with two guest speakers, discussing Tourism BC and bylaw updates. A photography presentation focused on how to maximize photos to increase bookings. Suggested topics for future meetings include fundraising for future marketing opportunities, how to improve the off season traffic while working together to promote local businesses, gift shops and spa services, to name a few. “We play an important role in the economic well-being of Bowen Island by providing accommodation for visitors. Whether our guests are dining at the local
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he newly formed Bowen Island Accommodation Association (BIAA) held its first meeting on Tuesday, July 16. Hosting the event was acting president Jan Stevens, owner and operator of the waterfront cottage Lazy Bowen Hideaway and Petite Suite located just off Eagle Cliff Road. The group of business owners invites all owners and operators of B&Bs, vacation rentals, retreats and other accommodations to come together and join BIAA with the aim to develop Bowen Island as the “best getaway destination,” according to Stevens.
restaurants, buying gifts or groceries, enjoying a spa service or kayaking, their tourism dollars support other small businesses on the island,” Stevens said. “In addition, we maintain our properties by purchasing local services from cleaners, gardeners, handy men, roofers, chimney sweeps, window washers and contractors. As a group, we positively contribute to Bowen in many ways,” she added. For more information about BIAA, contact Jan Stevens at 1-888-604-1475 or email Jan@ LazyBowenHideaway.com. You can also follow the group on Facebook under Bowen Island Accommodation Association to find out more.
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Sudents harvested lettuce from the school’s garden to share with the school through the PAC’s Friday Lunch Program. They will be back in the garden to get ready for the farmers market on July 20, 9 a.m. to noon at BICS. Sarah Haxby photo
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Mariah Fleetham and Rebecca Henderson had much to smile about at the heritage cottage during Steamship Days. They had a steady stream of visitors for the English Tea, a fundraiser for Bowen Court. Debra Stringfellow photo
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he second BowFEAST community farmers market of the 2013 season is set for Saturday, July 20, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Bowen Island Community School (BICS). At the market, you’ll find early season produce such as greens, kale, heirloom zucchini, herbs, raspberries and radishes, plus preserves, jam, vinegars and home-baked goodies. Dave McIntosh will be there with his Home Farm produce. Michelle Taylor offers her jams and jellies and George’s handmade driftwood garden furniture. Maureen Sawasy will be there with her baked goods. The Bowen Agriculture Alliance will sell memberships and Shady Acres will be there with manure and possibly with eggs. BICS students will sell their school garden vegetables (including some garlic they planted last fall), plants,
seed packets and Kamile’s Famous Fudge (including the new white chocolate Bowen-lavender fudge). Come to see what else will be on offer. If you have something you want to share you have grown organically in your garden but don’t want to sit at a table all day, the BICS students might be able to help sell it for you. Contact shaxby@sd45.bc.ca for more information, or to book a table at the market. The BowFEAST farmers’ markets continue on the third Saturday of each month through October. Mark your calendars for the BowFEAST farmers markets on July 20 at BICS, on August 17 (BowFEAST harvest celebration) at BICS, on September 21 at BICS, on October 13 at the Applefest in Davies Orchard and on October 19 at BICS. The market is a project of the Bowen Agricultural Alliance Society (BAA), in partnership with Bowen Island Municipality, BICS and Bowen Island Community Recreation.
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25 yrs in roofing industry
Family owned & operated. Fully ins. We do Cedar Shakes, conversions, concrete tiles, torchon, fibreglass shingles, restoration & repairs. 20 yr labour warr. 604-427-2626 or 723-2626
• Good Competitive Wages • Flexible Schedules • Good Benefit Package • In Business for 27 years Please Fax Resume: 604.882.3105 or e-mail: service@a1pauls.com
www.mainlandroof.com
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PERSONAL SERVICES 182
Hauling Anything..
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604.220.JUNK(5865) Serving Metro Vancouver Since 1988
374 BRICK, BLOCK, CULTURED, NATURAL stone. Great rates. Free estimates! 20 Yrs exp (604)8168086
TREE & STUMP
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LEGAL SERVICES
CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certification, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.
TRADES, TECHNICAL
CONTRACTORS
Journeyman Fabricators / Welders
MOVING & STORAGE
1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.
For heavy steel shop.
www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley Running this ad for 8yrs
PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services.
“ ABOVE THE REST “ Interior & Exterior Unbeatable Prices & Professional Crew. • Free Est. • Written Guarantee • No Hassle • Quick Work • Insured • WCB
ARE YOU SPECIAL?? Weekly pay. Upto $20/hr. Paid training and Rapid Advancement . No Seniority– positions are filling rapidly.
Call Violet 604-777-2195
LOCAL PLUMBER $45 Service call Plumbing, Heating, plugged drains. Mustang Plumbing 778-714-2441
CHEVALLIER GEO-CON LTD Rocky Mountain House, Alberta requires experienced Cat, Hoe, Mulcher Operators, servicing Western Canada. Safety tickets required. Fax resume to 403-844-2735.
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604-787-5915/604-291-7778
www.treeworksonline.ca treeworkes@yahoo.ca
PETS 477
PETS
2 CATS; 2 yr old indoor males, 1 gray/white, 1 tabby/white, all shots. Free to good home. (604)603-0430
CAIRN TERRIERS. Shots, dewormed. Ready to go to good homes. $650. 604-807-5204.
CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977
ENGLISH BULLDOG P/B Pups. CKC reg’d. 3 Beautiful healthy 9/wk old females. 1st Shots, 2 Year Health Guarantee. Micro-chipped. $2800. Ph: 604-302-9417 (Mission).
GOLDEN RETRIEVER purebred pups, born May 2, ready to go. First shots & vet checked. Cute & cuddly, $700. Contact Sherry at cell # 604-869-6367
NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com
PUPPIES German Shepherd / Lab. 8wks, vet checked, 1st shots. $450. No Sunday Calls. 604-795-4681
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 509
353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS GL ROOFING. Cedar/Asphalt, Flat roofs, WCB Clean Gutters - $80. 1-855-240-5362. info@glroofing.ca
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ELECTRICAL
YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS ALWAYS! GUTTER Cleaning & Roof Blowing, Moss Control,30 yrs exp., Reliable! Simon 604-230-0627
AUCTIONS
HUGE Burnaby Restaurant Equipment Auction - used equipment from closed restaurants & NEW equipment direct from manufacturer! www.KwikAuctions.com for info and to sign up for our e-newsletter or call 1-800-556-KWIK
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Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic
BENEFIT PACKAGE!
PRESSURE WASHING
Always! Power Washing, Window & Gutter cleaning, all your exterior cleaning needs. 604-230-0627
FULL TIME Positions. Wanted skilled fiberglass shop workers, enumeration to follow skill level, benefit package will be included after 3 months. Chop gun experience a asset. Must have own transportation can start immediately (full time positions) please send resume to precisionfibre@gmail.com (Port Kells location)
Please contact Mike e-mail: mike@megacranes.com or fax 604.599.5250
PLUMBING
• Hot water tanks • Furnaces • Broilers • Plugged Drains 778-862-0560
Fax resume: 604.524.9480 or e-mail:jobops@axton.ca
Mega Cranes Ltd. an industry leader is seeking an energetic, aggressive self starter for a full time position. Required immediately. Must have inspectors ticket and Red seal. Will have hydraulic experience and must be able to read electrical and hydraulic schematics.
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CRESCENT Plumbing & Heating Licensed Residential 24hr. Service
-CNC/Boring Mill/Conventional Competitive Wages & Benefits 4 -10 Hour Shifts
HELP WANTED
removal done RIGHT!
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BRO MARV PLUMBING 24/7 Plumbing, heating, plugged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com
Journeyman Machinists
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TREE SERVICES
311 MASONRY & BRICKWORK
If you own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1.800.587.2161.
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An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring dozer and excavator operators, Lodging and meals provided. Drug testing required. Call (780)7235051Edson,Alta
RUBBISH REMOVAL
bradsjunkremoval.com
FINANCIAL SERVICES
Axton Incorporated is Hiring!
INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. NO Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks. Weekly start dates. Job board! Funding options. SIGN UP ONLINE! iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853
353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS Mainland Roofing Ltd.
778-997-9582
CANCEL YOUR TIMESHARE. NO Risk Program STOP Mortgage & Maintenance Payments Today. 100% Money Back Guarantee. FREE Consultation. Call Us NOW. We Can Help! 1-888-356-5248
ALL CASH Drink/Snack Vending Business Route. Complete Training. Small Investment Required. 1888-979-VEND (8363). wwwhealthydrinkvending.co
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
Wanted Experienced Mobile Trailer Mechanic
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
TIMESHARE
108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
CUTE 6 mo/old female Chinese Crested Powder Puff pup $700. To a good family home. 604-422-0977
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COPYRIGHT
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
TRADES, TECHNICAL
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
CanScribe Education
TRAVEL 74
LABOURERS
GUARANTEED Job Placement. General Laborers and Tradesmen For Oil & Gas Industry Work. Call 24hr Free Recorded Message For Information 1-888-213-2854
EDUCATION
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GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com GUARANTEED Job Placement: General Laborers and Tradesmen For Oil & Gas Industry. Call 24hr Free Recorded Message For Information 1-800-972-0209
CLASS 1 DRIVERS (VAN / LA / TOR / VAN) WE ARE HIRING!
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HELP WANTED
BANNISTER Collision & Glass Centre, Vernon BC Due to growth in our ICBC Express Repair Body Shop, we are seeking to fill the following position: LICENSED AUTO BODY TECHNICIAN 2ND/3RD YEAR APPRENTICE. Competitive Wages - Good Benefits. Preference may be given to applicants with previous ICBC Express Shop Experience. Please forward your resume with cover letter by fax or email to the attention of Bill Blackey. Fax 250-545-2256 or email bodyshop@bannisters.com
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
FRUIT & VEGETABLES
CHERRY JUBILEE Sour Cherries 2013 HARVEST SEASON Saturday, July 27th - August 4th. 8:00a.m. - 3:00p.m. 2017 - 272nd Street, Aldergrove Place Your Order: 604-856-5844
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MISC. FOR SALE
HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?
KILL BED BUGS & THEIR EGGS! Buy a Harris Bed Bug Kit, Complete Room Treatment Solution. Odorless, Non-Staining. Available online homedepot.com (NOT IN STORES)
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MONDAY, JULY 22
UPCOMING
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SATURDAY, JULY 20
TUESDAY, JULY 23
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WED., JULY 24
t #PX'&"45 GBSNFST NBSLFU 9 a.m. to noon at BICS.
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REAL ESTATE
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 560
MISC. FOR SALE
STEEL BUILDING - DIY SUMMER SALE! - BONUS DAYS EXTRA 5% OFF. 20X22 $3,998. 25X24 $4,620. 30X34 $6,656. 32X42 $8,488. 40X54 $13,385. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca STEEL BUILDINGS/ METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca
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HOMES WANTED
WE BUY HOUSES! Older House • Damaged House Moving • Estate Sale • Just Want Out • Behind on Payments Quick Cash! • Flexible Terms! CALL US FIRST! 604-657-9422
604.288.2860 250.726.8080
Available every Sat. Sun. & Mon.
ON COWAN RD. (Just past Willy's Way)
604-947-9755 CATHERINE SHAW Dr. Traditional Chinese Medicine/Acupuncturist u
MARY MCDONAGH
Dr. Dana Barton
Dr. Gloria Chao Family Dentist
(Available Mondays through Fridays)
SANDY LOGAN
596 B. Artisan Square
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604-730-1174
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Natural Family Medicine
www.bowenislanddental.com
Naturopathic Physician
Lisa Shatzky BA, BSW, MSW, RCC
In-home Therapy and Counselling sessions
COUNSELLING THERAPIST Bowen and West Van offices
604.290.6407 Deromer@shaw.ca www.clearhorizon.ca
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Registered Massage Therapist (Available Thursdays through Sundays)
Dr. Susanne Schloegl
6:45 - 9:00 A.M. EVERY THURSDAY DR. ZANDY'S OFFICE
778-837-7040 or lisa.shatzky@gmail.com
Diana Romer MEd, RCC
Registered Massage Therapist u
BLOOD TESTS, URINE TESTS OR ECGS
“I meet you where you are.�
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BOWEN ISLAND WELLNESS CENTRE
To advertise on the Health Page call 604-947-2442
M.D.
Open Mon. Wed. Thurs. Fri.
Call for an appointment CLOSED JULY 25-30
Artisan Square
604-947-9986 Chiropractor
Dr. Tracy Leach, D.C.
595B Artisan Lane Tuesdays Call for an appointment
(778) 828-5681
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www.leachchiro.com
102 Cates Hill Corner, P.O. Box 130 Bowen, Island, B.C. V0N 1G0
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TRANSPORTATION
AUTO FINANCING
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AUTO FINANCING
• DIFFICULTY SELLING ? •
DifďŹ culty Making Payments? No Equity? Penalty? Expired Listing? We Take Over Payments! No Fees! www.GVCPS.ca / 604-786-4663
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OTHER AREAS
20 Acres FREE! Own 60 acres for 40 acre price/payment $0 Down, $198/mo. Money Back Guarantee, No Credit Checks. Beautiful Views, West Texas. 1-800-843-7537 www.texaslandbuys.com
REAL ESTATE 627
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t %PDL %BODF August 3, fundraiser for the Bowen Island Fire Department, featuring Ginger66 and Ricochet.
TRANSPORTATION 810
BODY VITALITY MASSAGE THERAPY
t #PXFO TDFOFT RVJMU ESBX July 27 at BIAC’s Birthday Bash. Gallery at Artisan Square, starting at 7 p.m.
Please remember that all plastics must have a triangle with a number to be accepted at the recycling depot. And they must be clean of food and soil residues. Gardeners may find a recycle triangle and PP instead of a number on some plant pots. The PP means number 5, and is therefore accepted at BIRD.
BIRD
Dr. Utah Zandy 604-947-9830 CALL FOR APPOINTMENT OPEN MONDAY, WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY
RMTBC 05279
t 'JSTU $SFEJU 6OJPO T .PWJF VOEFS UIF 4UBST August 12, starting 8 p.m. Crippen Park Field. Free community event.
News for recycling number 1 plastics SUBMITTED
JAMES GOLDFARB R.M.T
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Cute, clean 2 bdrm bungalow on Eagle Cliff Rd, (Scarborough area); On bus route. 1 1/2 baths, skylights, front deck, laundry room, electric baseboard heating, wood stove. Non-smokers only please. $1275/mth + Utils. 604-910-6514
TRANSPORTATION 810
UNCLASSIFIED
AUTO FINANCING For Rent Artisan Square Office, retail, spa space available now. Call 604-329-5643 to view.
DreamTeam Auto Financing “0� Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals
1-800-961-7022
www.iDreamAuto.com DL# 7557
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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
The Scrapper
For Rent: lovely family home in Millers Landing. 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths. $2300/month. Pet ok Available August 16th. Showings only from August 8th Contact: 408-664-8101 or jrdbowen08@gmail.com
For sale: ocean kayak (yak board). AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673 Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402
Brand new, only used once. Originally $565,offered at $350. Call 604-947-0968 after 7pm.
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UNCLASSIFIED
Furnished, newly renovated,1 bedroom House for Rent August 15-December 31, 2013 $1500 includes garage & fenced yard. On bus route in Millers Landing area. 5 minute drive to Snug Cove. Contact: 604-947-0807 or kayakbowen@telus.net
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UNCLASSIFIED
Newly Renovated 2 BDRM & Den Garden Level Suite Quiet neighborhood - Eaglecliff, N/S, small pets negotiable. Shared laundry $1200 + 1/2 utilities 778-899-9844 / julie2011@me.com
The Gallery @ Artisan Square Presents
WOOD PAPER INK HELPING HANDS Home/Business Cleaning Doctor Visits (local + town) Shopping, Yard Work, Moving assistance. 25 years exper. incl 8 years with Vancouver Coastal Health on Bowen Val Gooch 604-947-2640 Cell 604-802-4365 LANCE’S RECYCLING I’ll pick up your recycling and deliver to BIRD for $25/load. Kindling $20/box at Building Centre. CALL 947-2430
July 10 to Aug 5 Vanessa Hall-Patch Burns Jennings Marty Levenson Elisabeth Sommerville Gallery Hours: Wed to Sun 10-5pm
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2013 Steamship Days
Sea Snaps photos
Bowen Island Volunteer Firefighters 22nd Annual
Dock Dance Saturday, August 3rd Featuring
Jungle Beat Country
with RICOCHET Blues - Funk - Badass
• Food • Refreshments
2000
$
Bowen Island Tickets available Fire & Rescue from any Firefighter Open House
BIFD Volunteer’s would like to invite you to the Annual Open House!