BOWEN PRIDE Hundreds of Islanders took part in the festivities during Bowen Island Pride on Saturday. The hallmark of the event from Bowen Island Pride Society, now in its second year, is the Parade from Bowen Island Community School through Snug Cove and to the Bowfest Field. Head over to Page 9 for more colourful photos from what has quickly become a special day here on Bowen. / Alex Kurial photo
ALEX KURIAL Editor
A new report is raising the issue of the amount of substances found in Grafton Lake.
Testing was performed on the mid-island lake by the Raincoast Conservancy Foundation’s Healthy Waters program last October. The organization partners with local communities and governments to monitor watersheds around the province, including Victoria, Powell River and Whistler. Grafton Lake serves as the water source for the Cove Bay Water System, the largest local water system on the island supplying around 650 homes.
Dr. Peter Ross is a local resident as well as a scientist and director of the Healthy Waters program. “As a Bowen Islander who relies on Grafton Lake for our drinking water at home, we’ve been here over 10 years and have been increasingly troubled by the concerns that have lingered in my mind, and perhaps those of others.”
“This is a small lake, we value it as Bowen Islanders, but it might be either underappreciated or under protected, or it might be overly impacted,” he said of the impetus for organizing the testing, which was wide-ranging and looked for 600 different pollutants.
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In the early days of spring we began hearing news stories about the devastating wildfires across the prairies and the north Many southern Canadians responded with a feeling of helplessness. What can we do?
That is the question raised by “Dehcho: River Journey”, a music and spoken word performance by the arts group Theatre of Fire. They will perform this new work at the Bowen Theatre on June 21 to honour National Indigenous Peoples Day.
Two young Indigenous northerners, Dene poet Shaznay Waugh and Gwich’in writer Arlyn Charlie, will tell of the fires and floods, spurred by climate change, that have upended their traditional land-based way of life. Their performance will be accompanied by the music of Dene drummers and Gwich’in fiddlers filmed against the northern landscape. A live musical response from the south will be offered by two celebrated musi-
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Ross presented his findings to Bowen Council on Monday, beginning by outlining positives of the study: the lake water showed low levels of pesticides, almost exclusively from uses in the far past. Grafton ranked 17 out of 21 source water samples (Raincoast measures these from 12 watersheds around BC) on the pesticide level scale.
“We didn’t find any currently used pesticides We found several old legacy chemicals like DDT, but we find low levels of these everywhere They travel through the atmosphere, and they’re just background levels,” said Ross.
Pharmaceuticals however were another story. Readings found high levels of several human-consumed substances including caffeine (2nd), cocaine (4th), benzoylecgonine (2nd, a cocaine metabolite), and sucralose (1st).
“Some of the concerns that really emerged – and I would
cians from Vancouver, cellist Eric Wilson and violinist Jack Campbell.
I asked the two young artists to describe their commitment to the project. Arlyn explained that from the time he was a boy, his parents took him on the land to learn about the traditional practices of the Gwich’in people. Now in his twenties, he continues to join his extended family each summer at their fish camp to gather and prepare food for the winter.
But in recent years, that traditional life has become unpredictable. “There used to be an order to how things unfolded throughout the year,” he says. “We followed the migratory patterns of the geese, how the caribou moved across the land. All of that has become unreliable because of climate change.”
“The water level in the rivers is getting lower, there are stumps, sandbars and changes in the channels. You go into the hills and see slumping. Permafrost is receding. There used to be a pattern to life on the land. Now that has changed.”
It is for this reason that Shaznay and Arlyn collaborated
call these maybe not red flags but yellow flags – was our detection of moderately high levels of a number of pharmaceuticals and personal care products,” said Ross. He explained that since the lake is fairly shallow it makes it a vulnerable receiving body to pollutants – the lake also ranked 3 of 21 for PAH levels (chemicals from various types of burning such as smoke).
Returning to the pharmaceutical pollutants, Ross says the numbers suggest “There are human users that are inadvertently releasing human waste into the lake. Possibly the recreational users, but more likely driven by septic overflows, septic failures or lack of septic maintenance.”
Importantly though, testing of the water shows it does not exceed any established drinking or environmental quality guidelines. Lake water is currently chlorinated to eliminate pathogens, and is expected to undergo enhanced treatment once the long-delayed Cove Bay Water Treatment Plant is finally brought fully online. But Ross points out that many pollutants lack their own specific guidelines, so we should still be working to keep substances such as caffeine or cocaine out of the lake.
with composer Daniel Séguin on the creation of “Dehcho: River Journey”. They want southerners to understand the experiences of First Nations of the north, told in their own words.
Shaznay recalls the summer of 2023, when forest fires swept across the Northwest Territories, forcing entire communities to flee to her home community of Fort Simpson She recalls: “I walked down the street in the thick smoke, with an overwhelming sense of grief.”
Shaznay points out that northerners are facing the consequences of industrial activity in the south. This is leading to anger as northerners see the land undergo changes they are powerless to halt.
“There needs to be a dialogue in order to repair these relationships. Without hearing our stories, it is hard to understand where you fit in. How do you hold yourself accountable if you are unaware of the impacts of your own life?”
To experience this engaging performance, please join us at the Bowen Theatre on National Indigenous Peoples Day, June 21 at 7:30 pm.
Ross stressed he was not presenting the findings as an advocacy effort, but rather as scientific data to build off of. He suggested some best practices to reduce pollutant numbers employed in other water sources experiencing the same issues. These included increased septic monitoring and maintenance, riparian zone protections, road runoff and water quality monitoring, and a look at residential education and recreational practices.
The last two received particular attention as Ross explained it’s within everybody’s control to address them at the source. Examples included using the BC Medications Return Plan to dispose of meds (Cates Pharmasave participates) instead of flushing them down the toilet, a look at signage or messaging around the lake, and asking people to mind what human or foreign substances they’re using while in or near the lake.
“I think that the data tell us that we can be better custodians, better homeowners, better business operators, better stewards… To me, the opportunity lies in how can we engage with those sources and activities that are polluting Grafton Lake,” said Ross.
What awonderful turnoutfor theBowen Pride Festival over the weekend! If thelengthy parade procession comingdownthe MUPwas anyindicator it looked as though participation wassomehowevengreater than last year.The waythe communityhas throwntheir support behind the new public Pride weekend, and events beforethat includingIslandPacific School Pride days,are arealtestamenttothe people and place we all call home SpecialthankstoBowen Island Pride Society fororganizingthe event, to allthe volunteers who worked to make it possible,and of course everyone who took part!See you nextyearfor Round 3! Belowisone more photo of Bowen couple Jude Neale and Paul Hoosensporting theirmostcolourful outfits during theParade, courtesy of Gail Daldy.
-AlexKurial, Editor
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It was such a beautiful day with so many options – Sandy Laudrum’s celebration of life, a Garden Club open garden and AGM, Gay Pride parade and picnic, Farmers’ Market, closing show of Dancing and Lughnasa and my Open House.
Representatives of our Official Community Plan Steering Committee were invited to help generate discussion on that topic, and 15 neighbours, 3 councilors and our Mayor attended. We did generate an interesting discussion. Thanks to all who took time from a busy and interesting day to join.
In very few words, an Official Community Plan (OCP) is a high level guide for development. The principles collected in one document are intended to highlight what we value and want to protect and what we envision as guardrails for meeting competing needs
The current process of updating our existing OCP has been chugging along for several months with the appointment of a steering committee, hiring a consultant to help, gathering, reading and discussing background information and precedents from other community plans, analyzing the principles in the existing OCP, figuring
out how to get input from the wider community and, where we are now, promoting a survey and getting out to meet groups of people
There have been chats in the ferry lineup, information tables at the Farmers’ Markets, the Library and during the Art Tour, a Jane’s Walk around Snug Cove, meetings with neighbourhood associations and next to last, my Open House. If you did not have a chance to fill out the survey, you can always contact BIM, any member of the steering committee or a councilor, or write Mayor and Council with your ideas or concerns. The process is open and welcoming.
You can also see the OCP update page on the municipality website. This is the beginning of the community outreach which will likely continue until the revised OCP is published.
We began with a comment from a resident of Snug Point emphasizing that we need a stronger Tourism strategy Our emphasis on the natural environment and climate change is somewhat misplaced as we have little impact on global issues and we are kidding ourselves if we believe we can overlook the greenhouse gases generated by our ferry as our baseline.
Tourists add to the problems faced by resident taxpayers and they cannot be seen only as a revenue source. There are real con-
Carmina Bowena and Sola Musica, BowenIsland’s vocal and instrumental consorts, are celebrating the arrival of summer with an eclectic and unique programofsongs written from 1260 to as recently as 2025. Joining the acappella group of 14 Bowen Island singers areharpist Grace Wickes,flutist Chris Corrigan and clarinetist KathyLiddle aswellastheir directorNicole ThomasZyczynskionaccordion. Tir-na-nOgTheatre 7:30 -9:00 PM Tix$25 at the door,CatesPharmacyand at www.carminabowena.ca
NATALIE TICHOPAD Contributor
From skipping rocks to canoeing even to archery, and polar dips. Bowen Island Community School Grade 7 students went on a trip to Gibsons for three days!
The first day was full with “ferry fun”. Once we arrived at Gibsons we walked for a good 30-35 minutes to Camp Elphinstone! We were right-away greeted by the wonderful counselors and staff and welcomed to take a look around the area.
Elphinstone was filled with incredible things such as a movie set! We later heard that the movie was called “The Santa Class”. Months later we even got to watch the movie in class.
We finished the day off with unpacking our clothes and settling in our cabins and
cerns about our limited water supply and it is unreasonable to expect an expansion of the sewage treatment plant to meet their growing numbers.
In addition to waste water, there are growing issues with all other forms of waste management. Bowen Waste is finding ways of packing more into bins, but truckloads need to be hauled farther to places that will only accept carefully sorted garbage, and
eating a great meal.
The next morning some of our students went on a little dip into the freezing cold water. We got to try archery, canoeing, and my personal favourite, rock climbing! We got to learn more about how to properly help someone get up and down safely while climbing. We eventually sat down for dinner and went back to sleep.
The next morning was a bit of a hassle for the people who hadn’t packed the night before aka me. But we had an amazing time overall on our trip and headed home.
Natalie and classmates in Victoria van Schouwen’s class at BICS have been busy studying the world of journalism this year. They’ve used those skills to report on important happenings at their school, which we have in the paper this week and next You can find another BICS student report on Page 6!
the time required for ferry delays and overloads makes for long days and fewer drivers. Their motto - “do less better” - was repeated several times during this discussion.
There is a distinction between shorter term strategic planning, to consider various ways of managing issues, and the higher level principles we are striving to achieve, which provide direction.
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Every island has increasing issues with potable water, and rain catchment was suggested as a higher principle. I was happy that my favourite topic, capacity, was raised. Islands have finite limits: water and septic are basic, but also ferry, schools, firefighting.
At some point we will reach our capacity – then what? Are we at that point now? I moved to Bowen in 1980 and was told the maximum population could be 4,500. Whatever the number, we need to plan for how this place will function once we get there
What do we value most - clean air and water, silence, forest cover, a mix of incomes and ages, affordability for young families, retirees, and service workers – or something else?
I also lived 5 years in Hong Kong with a similar land base (78 square kilometres) and 1.3 million people. It’s humanly possible to have a much higher density. But if not that scenario, nevertheless
will scarce resources make this a wealthy enclave with workers commuting long distances?
The most basic necessity is water. We don’t know enough about our water resources and how to best protect them And we need more information-sharing and education about best practices for water conservation, septic function, and recycling, including composting.
While there is tension between the right to build on private property, and infrastructure and community, ongoing broad conversations do help identify solutions. Also consider that there are things we can change and some we cannot: rainfall is one example.
Carmel limits growth, because of severe water restrictions, with plumbing permits: a permit to build is dependent on a “plumbing vacancy” such that if you want to build a large house with 3 baths you may need to wait until 3 smaller houses vacate their allocation.
DAXON JACQUET Contributor
Hot lunch is a school program where student’s parents pay a small price for the kids to have the best of delicacies, from pizza to chicken tenders, or shepherd’s pie to lasagne.
The money goes to the school, so they
We have been building within similar limitations - maximum 4 stories for fire protection, no additions to the sewage district. Regulations can be made to fit location, but overall, sustainability is the goal.
Alas, sustainable was not defined here and opinions may vary – that’s a whole other discussion. One way to look at the OCP discussions is: what kind of island do I want to leave my kids?
The Sunshine Coast is currently dealing with water shortages, and protection of their watershed. They have decided
can get new equipment, such as a swingset or basketballs. The meal contains the food itself, a fruit or vegetable,and a treat such as a cookie or ice cream.
I myself get hot lunch all the time, often eating double portions or triple portions if my friends aren’t feeling peckish. Hot lunch has volunteers that help cook the meals.
Hot lunch happens every Friday, and there’s one thing to say about it: It’s rad.
that controlled, selective logging to open the canopy to allow more rain to soak into the soil is one approach that has benefits. Open conversations to generate ideas and careful experiments are helping them.
On that positive note about open conversations, the hour ended. Collins Hall is closed for renovations during July and August and, unless something needs some extra attention, I am going to schedule my next Open House for September 6 at 3 pm. Have a great summer.
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The Bowen Island Conservancy is delighted to announce the launch of our 2025 Caring for Nature Biodiversity Photo Contest.
Building on the extraordinary success of last year’s event, we once again invite all Bowen Island photographers amateur and professional, young and old to share their unique view of the natural wonders that surround us.
Last year’s winning entries by Paisley Cawker, Aaron Rabinowitz, Dylan Leifso, Judith McBride Carson Quigley and Charlotte Gruneau amazed and inspired us.
All the submitted remarkable photographs didn’t just win prizes they became educational touchstones. Over the past year, the Conservancy has shared them in our Photo of the Month series in the Undercurrent, using the images as a gateway to deeper stories about Bowen’s biodiversity.
With each feature, readers learned how our owls, lilies, snails, frogs, beetles, arbutus trees, etc. are part of intricate webs of life that make our island home so special and so worth protecting.
Now it’s your turn.
We want to see the Bowen Island you care about the forests, streams, shorelines, wetlands, plants and creatures big and small that inspire your connection to nature. Show us the bees in your backyard, the mushrooms in the moss, the flicker on the feeder, or the unexpected beauty in a low
tide pool. Your photos will help inspire others to look more closely and care more deeply.
The contest is open to all ages and all skill levels, with categories for Kids, Teens, and Adults. Submit up to three entries by midnight on August 15, 2025.
Winners will be announced and celebrated at Bowfest on August 23, with first, second, and third place prizes in each age group. Submitted photos may be featured in Conservancy publications and outreach, always with full credit to the photographer.
This contest is more than just a showcase it’s a celebration of community, creativity, and conservation. Help us continue to capture the story of Bowen’s biodiversity, one photo at a time.
Visit bowenislandconservancy.org/biodiversity/ photo-contest for contest details and entry information.
Winning photos from the 2024 Caring for Nature photo contest.
EMILIE KAPLUN
Catching Stars Gallery
Get ready to celebrate with Catching Stars Gallery, a well-established Cooperative Gallery located in the heart of Snug Cove, as we get ready to mark our 7 year anniversary! Come join the festivities!
The Gallery has welcomed many amazing artists during the last seven years. We have over 50 artists represented at Catching Stars Gallery, with most of them being from Bowen Island.
We have recently welcomed Vancouver artist Katherine Laflamme who paints colourful explorations of life’s patterns, often including a tongue-in-cheek social commentary. Flow into the Summer Solstice with handcrafted treasures that honour nature, spirituality, and artistry. Discover unique offerings from Tealish, Sealuxe, alongside woodwork creations by Thiago Ramirez, Todd McAneeley and Tony Mainwaring.
This month, we’re also proud to feature Jorge Izaza, whose stunning handcrafted wooden lamps bring warmth and soul to any space. Whether you’re drawn to the esoteric or simply want something thoughtful and grounded. Don’t forget to enter the draw to win one of his amazing lamps!
A Special Welcome to Justine Blicq, our newest Associate! Elevate everyday life with beauty with Handbags and Accessories that are sustainably handcrafted with Fish Leather and Cork. We are very happy to have Bowen Island
Thiago Ramirez back as a Member at the Gallery, now with his beautiful handcrafted boards under the name “Ybyra Designs”.
We also offer meaningful, all-natural gifts perfect for Father’s Day, coming up this Sunday! Celebrate the men in your life, stop by Catching Stars Gallery where you’ll find the perfect gift to honour Dad.
Enter our contest on social media to win prizes donated by some of our amazing artists including limited edition prints, textiles, jewellery, and metal work! Post a photo of your favourite Catching Stars Gallery artwork that you have in your collection. Tag @catchingstarsgallery and share on your feed and that will get you entered into the draw. The winners of the draw will be selected at the party!
Join us in celebrating our 7 year Anniversary of Catching Stars Gallery on Saturday, June 14 from 2 to 4 pm. Sample our signature Blue Mermaid, have snacks, and party with us on the patio!
Lazy Bear Headboard by Todd McAneeley. / Deb Stringfellow photo
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The game started promising enough as
advantage into the bottom of the 2nd inning, thanks in large part to a 3-run home run by Mike Vertlieb (left). But in the bottom half they lost their right fielder Timour to injury and also lost the lead as the Cruisers maxed out their inning run total at 5. There was no discouragement in the dugout though and, despite playing with just two outfielders the rest of the way, Doug Durrant (middle) came in to lock things down on the mound Doug pitched the remaining 5 innings and allowed just 3 runs while posting 4 scoreless innings with 4 strikeouts. The remaining bats were swinging too including a Paul McGillivray triple which scored 2 in the 4th and a ball in play from Eric ‘Mad Dog’ Michener in the 6th which caused enough chaos for another 2 runs to score. The Cruisers still threatened in the final inning with power hitter Robbie Watson at the plate as the go ahead run He cracked a deep fly into the vacated right field, but in fitting fashion and just as they’d covered for each other all game, Scotty Cooke (right) rushed all the way over from center field to make the incredible game saving catch. The major league length game - 2 hours 19 minutes - will no doubt be their proudest of the season. - Alex Kurial, Scorekeeper
It was another year full of love and acceptance during the Bowen Pride Festival on June 7. Like its debut last year the eventorganized by Bowen Island Pride Society - was highlighted by a parade down the Multi-Use Path and through the heart of Snug Cove Before that participants visited booths to prepare for the parade at the Farmers Market at Bowen Island Community School, and afterwards folks enjoyed picnic activities at the Bowfest Field including a Pride Family Storytime with the Bowen Library. New this year was an after party at the Pub with DJs Miles Rubin & Sarah Kraatz, both of whom delighted the packed venue well into the night.
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Saturday, June 14
StrawberryTea
It’s that time of year once again!The decades old tradition ofStrawberryTea will be at theBowen Island UnitedChurch (1122 Miller Road) from 10 am to 3pm. BBQ, silent auctions, tea &ofcoursestrawberries.Wenow take cash anddebit!
Saturday,June14
RoundBowen Race
Keep an eyeout for 100+ sailingships in theannual Martin Marine Round BowenRacestartingat10am just off of MannionBay with the direction around BowenTBD morningofrace.BBQ to followonthe USSC Marina lawn with BlackMolly! Details &crewbankatbiyc.bc.ca
Saturday, June 14 (& otherdates)
SKY Swimming
SeniorsKeepingYoung poolswimming at TunstallBay Meet at TBCA Clubhouse.EverydayJune 14-22. Times vary, full details and RSVP by writinginfo@skyonbowenisland.ca
Saturday, June 14
BowenNatureClub Hike
Join naturalistPaolaQualizzafor ahikeexploringthe trailsand floraofMt. Collinsonthisfamilyfriendly hike. Starts11am, writebowennatureclub@gmail.comtoregister.
Saturday, June 14
Parliamo Insieme at theLibrary
AConversational Italian Group, drop inand joinusto practice yourItalian, and gettoknowother Italianspeakers onBowen Island! All ages ofadults andyouth/teens welcome!From11amtoNoon. bipl.ca/Italian
Saturday,June14
Pride Storytimeatthe Library
Join us for aPride FamilyStorytime at 2pm, a30-minute programofsongs, stories,and rhymes forchildren0-6 years oldand theircaregivers, followed by aPride-themed crafting activity(2:30-3:15). Find outmoreatbipl.ca/storytime
Saturday,June14
Catching StarsGallery7th Anniversary
Come celebratethe milestone at the Snug Cove gallery, with drinks,prizesand more!Full details on Page 7.
Saturday, June 14
ForGirls, By Girls: Parkourwith BowenRec Parkouristhe sportofmovingrapidlythrough an area, typicallyanurban environment(BowenIsland Community School gyminthis case!) navigatingobstacles by running, jumpingand climbing.Ages9-14, runs 2:15 to 3:15 pm.Free!
Sunday,June15
Author Talk atthe Library
Meet the Caracaraswith JonathanMeiburg, author of A Most Remarkable Creature:The Hidden Life of the World’s Smartest BirdsofPrey. In this livelytalk with slides & video, you’llmeetthis oddand charismatic groupoffalcons that act more likecrows or ravens —orevenhumans —thantypical birds ofprey. 1pmstart. Find outmoreat bipl.ca/author
Tuesday, June 17
Speakthe SparkStorytelling Bowen’sown storytelling nightwhereIslanderscome to tell and listentoeachother’s stories.Stories must be true,about the storyteller,and 10 minutesmax! Evenings arebydonation,shareable snacks welcome.Starts 7pmat EvergreenHall (464 MelmoreRoad).
Wednesday, June 18
SKYTrek
Seniors KeepingYoung is heading to the Botanical Gardens at the University of British Columbia Meet at ferry
terminal 8:15 am,RSVPtoinfo@skyonbowenisland.ca
Wednesday, June 18 (& other dates)
FitnessCentreOrientations
This one-hour classgives youa quickorientation session whichisdesignedtohelpcommunitymembers feel confidentand safe usingthe new Fitness Centre. Participants receive 5FitnessCentretickets.Classes free,times &dates vary by category (Women only,age 55+, age13-16, all users). Vist BowenRec websitefor full details
Sunday, June22
BIYC Community SailingDay
Join the BowenIsland YachtClub foranopportunityfor kids ages 7-16 to checkout the worldofsailing.Try outthe sport/activity and meet ourcoaches too. Eventtakes place at Tunstall Bayfrom11amto2pm. Call 604-349-8566 or visit www.biyc.bc.ca formoreinformation.
MONDAYS
Meditation Mondays
Happy Mondays!Buddhist teachingsand meditations to awaken the heart. Your journeytoinner peace beginshere! From 7to8pmatthe Bowen Island CommunityCentre. $12 drop-in,meditateinvancouver.org/bowen-island
WEDNESDAYS
Storytimeatthe Library
Afree, drop-in program of stories and songs for2-4 yearolds and their caregivers!10:30 to 11 am. bipl.ca/storytime
SATURDAYS
Bowen Island Farmers Market
The Bowen Island Farmers Marketseasonisunderway! Come to Bowen Island CommunitySchool from 10 am to 12:30 pm to check out all of the vendors andspecial events
SKYMahjong
Comeand play Mahjong at the Seniors Cottage on Cardena Drive. 1to3pm, RSVP info@skyonbowenisland.ca
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Meet Roy,anew resident of Bowen and new patientofour vet! Thislittle guy already has afew funquirks to share, he loves to laywith hisback legs straight out,hesits really pretty and when he runs he looks likea spottedpotatowith legs. Allwhilsthehypnotizes peoplewith hiseyes! Thankyou forbeing so brave this week foryour puppy exam Roy.
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