FRIDAY MARCH 6, 2015 VOL. 42, NO. 09
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Three months’ work
Elected leaders take stock of what they’ve accomplished
Silence
Pauline Le Bel reflects on 10 days without words, work and the internet
Signs of spring
A local photographer captures the sight of Bowen as it blooms
Local businesses make connections despite sunshine at first ever Business Showcase MERIBETH DEEN EDITOR
BICS students Megan and Tessa interview Carol Petersen, owner of Nature Encounters in Snug Cove. This is part of a project done in collaboration with the Bowen Island Museum and Archives where the students learn about local history, business, and interviewing techniques. Sarah Haxby, photo
Caring Circle: Filling in Bowen’s healthcare gaps and much, much more MERIBETH DEEN EDITOR
Bowen Island is a community of 3,600 and many more in the summer, with one full-time doctor equivalent, when the Ministry of Health recommends a one doctor per 1,200 person ratio. We have no medical clinic with no regular after hours or urgent care service, no taxi, limited bus service, difficult terrain for seniors, and no ferry between 10 p.m. and 5 p.m. and mid day. This is a story Caring Circle Program Director Colleen O’Neil tells over and over again in her pleas to get off-island medical service deliverers to understand the on-the ground situation on Bowen. It is a story she told again at council last week. O’Neil, flanked by Caring
Circle President Diane Marshall and Communications Director Julia McCaig went on to explain what Caring Circle does in a typical month in the hopes that the organization might qualify for core funding from the municipality, ensuring that the program director salary would be covered consistently, year after year. In the past year, Caring Circle has connected 36 people needing a ride into town to get to medical appointments with volunteer drivers, organized three 6-week mental health programs, set up hearing screening clinics, and partnered with Seniors Keeping Young (SKY) to create a community lunch program. Really though, these examples don’t create a complete picture of what Caring Circle does, or what O’Neil takes-on in the average week or month.
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On Saturday morning, West Vancouver and Bowen-based businesses set-up displays in the Bowen Island Community School gym in order to promote themselves at the first-ever Bowen Island Business Showcase. The event was organized by the West Vancouver Chamber of Commerce, with the assistance of Bowen Island’s First Credit Union. The Executive Director of the West Vancouver Chamber of Commerce, Leagh Gabriel, estimates that 50 members of the public stopped by to check it out and noted that most people don’t want to spend a sunny Saturday in a school gym. However, based on the fact that they managed to sell all the table-spaces available for businesses, the Chamber will likely go ahead and organize the event again next year. “The West Vancouver Chamber of Commerce is interested in just about any opportunity that can offer exposure, and that was the purpose of this event,” says Gabriel. “It allows businesses to let local residents know they are there, which is good for everyone. If one person came through who has an ailing parent or relative, and now knows about what’s offered by Amica or Westerleigh retirement homes, then that is a good thing.” Gabriel says that one of the things she was surprised by was the lack of Bed & Breakfast owners who set up at the event. “I’ve always thought that B&B’s are one of Bowen’s biggest assets, as we have a real lack of accommodation options in West Vancouver,” says Gabriel. “I didn’t meet any accommodations owners on Saturday.” Carol Petersen, owner of Nature Encounters in Snug Cove, did attend the business showcase but was not solely focused on the promotion of her guest suite.
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Members requested for Bowen Island Municipal Committees Bowen Island Municipal Council is requesting applications from members of the public interested in serving on the following Municipal Committees: Committee Advisory Design Panel
The Advisory Planning Commission Board of Variance Community Grants Advisory Committee
Finance Advisory Committee
Fire Hall Facilities Steering Committee
Infrastructure Advisory Committee King Edward Bay Water System Local Advisory Committee Parks, Trails & Greenways Advisory Committee Tunstall Bay Water System Local Advisory Committee
Snug Cove Sewer Local Management Committee
Purpose Advisory Design Panel The provides Council with recommendations with respect to the design, environmental compatibility and finishing materials with respect to siting and landscaping of all plans in the Village Revitalization Area, Village Periphery Development Area, or any other major development with significant community -wide impacts as directed by Council. The Advisory Planning Commission advises Council on all matters respecting land use, community planning or proposed bylaws and permits. The Board of Variance authority is limited to provide minor variances with respect to buildings, structures and land use. The Community Grants Advisory Committee provides recommendations to Council on Community Grants, Grants -in -Aid and Permissive Tax Exemptions that will enhance the quality of life while delivering services economically to Bowen Island residents. The Finance Advisory Committee is a select committee that acts in an advisory capacity to Council, and acts as a source of support and advice for Council and the CAO with respect to finance related matters. The Fire Hall Facilities Steering Committee was created to provide recommendations and advice to Council on the development of a new main Fire Hall/Emergency Operations Centre and provide oversight on the process in regards to the siting, cost and conceptual design. The Infrastructure Advisory Committee provides objective, non - political overview of Bowen Island’s infrastructure needs and priorities. The Kind Edward Bay Water System Local Advisory Committee is a sub -committee of Council, it has advisory powers to Council regarding water system issues, and also reviews the operating and capital budget for the utility. The Parks, Trails and Greenways Advisory Committee provides advice and recommendations to Council and/or municipal staff on planning for parks, trails greenways and outdoor recreation opportunities. The Tunstall Bay Water System Local Advisory Committee is a sub -committee of Council, it has advisory powers to Council regarding the water system issues, and also reviews the operating and capital budget for the utility. The Snug Cove Sewer Local Management Committee reviews the operating and capital budgets for the utility.
For more information on each committee and to view the Terms of Reference please visit the BIM website at the following link: http://bimbc.ca/content/committees-commissions-and-boards Those interested are asked to fill out an application form: https://bowenisland.civicweb.net/ document/57941/CommitteeApplicForm.pdf?handle=B0F722D81896446688ED138B0C426CE3 Please submit your completed application via email, fax or regular mail by Monday, March 16, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. to: Hope Dallas, Committee Clerk Bowen Island Municipality 981 Artisan Lane Bowen Island, BC V0N 1G2 EMAIL: hdallas@bimbc.ca PHONE: 604-947-4255 FAX: 604-947-0193
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Notes from the AGORA Forum on Education HANS BEHM SUBMISSION
The second of four topics in this Winter/Spring CSA sponsored discussions was held at The BIAC Gallery at Artisan Square on 26 February. A small, but informed group investigated a variety of aspects of Education. Here are some of the fundamental questions: What is education? It is any process, structured or not, for the acquisition and the expansion of knowledge. Is education limited to age or a particular phase in a person’s life? No, it is a life-long exercise intensified at certain age levels and driven by circumstances and an individual’s personality. Is it the ultimate goal to make a lot of money? That is an individual’s choice. Does education improve the quality of life? It can help a person to investigate and make informed choices, which lead to empowerment and an improved mastery of life. It offers “vertical mobility”. Is education the same as Skill Training? Skill Training is part of Education, but requires repetition. Are arts education, ethics and spiritual development as important as sciences and physical education? A balance is the ideal. Who is a teacher, who is a student? We are all students and teachers throughout our lives. Should teachers be third parents? No, but they should be aware of a student’s emotional, mental and physical health and intervene along a prescribed path, if they see a student’s well-being is in danger. Should grades be given? More in the upper grades and always in conjunction with a detailed analysis of the individual student’s developmental level at that moment. What are successful and what are unsuccessful methods? Here are a few of the notable quotes that came out of our conversation: “Everything becomes interesting, when you know enough about it.” “Liberal Arts are free-from indoctrination.” “Critical thinking, exploration and creativity are vital educational components.” I want to thank the participants for their valuable contributions and insights in our discussion on Education. The third AGORA, topic: “ The Right to Die, “ or, “Doctor Assisted Suicide,” will be held at The BIAC Galley on Thursday, April 16th, at 7:00 pm. For more information contact Hans Behm at: hcbehm@shaw.ca or call him at 604-947-9447
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Notes from the Municipal Hall
Checking in with councillors after 3 months in office MAUREEN NICHOLSON SUBMISSION
Councillor Gary Ander The biggest surprise for me that there is a substantial “industry” that revolves around local government, not only in BC, but I am sure in all of Canada. It is rather reassuring to know that there exists a vast wealth of expertise and knowledge all working together to help local governments operate effectively and efficiently. Sue Ellen Fast “Trust the process,” Ross Carter told me many years ago when I asked him for advice. This was premunicipality when he was Bowen’s elected representative to the GVRD. Today I am delighted to report that I trust the process even more, seeing it from the inside. Orientation sessions presented by the Islands Trust and by registered parliamentarian Eli Mina on behalf of our municipality have illuminated the aspects of fairness, democracy, and natural justice behind it. Yes, the process brings a certain formality, and what can feel like an occasional tediousness. But the payoff is big. Michael Kaile I’ve enjoyed the council orientations, working with a group new to me that to date have seemed both open-minded and open to discussion. Prior to getting to know the individuals, I might have thought this to be an insurmountable barrier to progress. Proved wrong on that I am pleased to say! The team at the municipality have contributed greatly as far as I am concerned as a new councillor. The strategic planning exercise was wholly worthwhile and most professionally orchestrated. Three months into this journey is a short period in time. Issues forthcoming will doubtless challenge; however, it’s been a good start without doubt.
Melanie Mason I have been surprised by how much support/training we have been given and much of that is due to the foresight of CAO Kathy Lalonde. I am enjoying the great variety of meetings that I get to attend. Having the opportunity to sit down with community members or municipal staff to get a thorough understanding of current issues or projects is of great interest and importance to me. I am also really enjoying being the new council liaison to the Recreation and Community Services Commission. It is a real pleasure to be part of such a bright and engaged committee. I’m pleased we were able to take a firm stance on LNG and also to make steady progress on formulating the strategic plan. Alison Morse We have advanced the pub rezoning. I’m glad we had some training sessions before we started into the strategic planning process. I’m pleased with the way our strategic planning day went and am looking forward to the follow-up. I enjoyed going to councillor school and having the chance to chat with our council members, to get to know them a bit more. Meeting council members from other communities and the sessions themselves, you always learn something. I wish we were having daytime meetings, not evening ones. We appear to have better attendance during the day and it is better for staff. Maureen Nicholson I don’t think a day has gone by without something new and genuinely interesting cropping up. We came together as a group very quickly, mostly as a result of thorough, well-planned training and a good sense of “We’re diverse—and that’s okay.”
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As part of its regular water system maintenance program, the Municipality will flush water mains in Bowen Bay, Blue Water Park, Cove Bay, Eagle Cliff, Hood Point, King Edward Bay and Tunstall Bay from March 9 – April 17, 2015. This procedure is necessary to remove sediment that gradually deposits in the pipes and will not pose a health hazard. Municipal staff will try to minimize any inconvenience. Flushing will take place 7 days a week from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in most neighbourhoods. Please note: Snug Cove and Cates Hill to Millers Landing areas will be flushed on March 9 to alleviate water interruption for Bowen Island Community School. Every effort will be made to ensure that water quality is not affected but some turbidity and higher than normal chlorine concentrations may be present for short periods of time. Running your tap briefly should clear this up. In addition, temporary pressure fluctuations may occur. For more information call Bob Robinson, Public Works Superintendent at 604-947-4255. Reminder It is recommended that water users with compromised immune systems ensure their drinking water is boiled, filtered or distilled. • 981 Artisan Lane, Bowen Island, BC, V0N 1G2 • TEL: 604-947-4255 • FAX: 604-947-0193 •
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Onwards and upward, Bowen Dear Editor,
The Bowen Island Golf Club was delighted to be one of many Bowen and West Vancouver businesses showcasing themselves on a sunny and beautiful Saturday at BICS. Thanks to everyone who dropped by our booth to learn more about the course and enter our raffle. The raffle winners will be called to pick up their prizes at the pro shop or the Cup Cutter, the latter which re-opens on April 2nd, from Thursday to Sunday until we go seven (7) days a week in the high season. Those who attended the showcase would have been able to review Glenn Cormier’s plans for the new Bowen Island Pub which was the subject of one
of the most upbeat, positive and supportive Public Hearings on February 25th, that I have ever attended. Now that was a love-in! Onward and upward. On a sadder note, it is with great sadness I note the passing of Herb Paterson on February 24th thirteen days after his 90th birthday. Herb was a friend to everyone, an icon in the golf industry and director of the Bowen Island Golf Club. As can be seen in his obituary, he lived a very full and active life. Our condolences to wife Emilie and his family. A Celebration of Life is being planned, at a date yet to be chosen at the Capilano Golf & Country Club. Yours truly, R. B. (Bruce) Russell
There certainly appear to be lots of reasons for concern about the Woodfibre LNG project, but surely Councillors Anders and Morse are absolutely right in wanting the council to reserve judgement until the project’s proponents have been given a chance to make their arguments. The council majority’s decision to prepare Bowen’s official comments without hearing those arguments is an act of information suppression that one expects only from totalitarian states. Too bad. I really did have higher hopes for the present council. Bud Long
My concern: LNG safety Dear Editor, Who has the time, energy and expertise to analyze the thousands of pages of information regarding the proposed Woodfibre LNG plant in Squamish? The deadline for comments is March 23 so I’ve decided to focus my attention on the public health and safety issues because tankers, the size of aircraft carriers, carrying a hazardous cargo could be travelling between Horseshoe Bay and my home in Miller’s Landing by 2017. Resource Works, the organization that came to Council last week and offered to give a presentation to create a “fact-based” conversation on LNG, has put out a 6 minute video titles ‘Floating Disaster? LNG Tankers and the Reality of Risk’. The video interviews Mike Hightower from the Sandia Institute, which wrote a now often-sited report on the risks associated with the LNG industry. Hightower describes a scenario where a vapor cloud from an intentional breach could travel as far as two miles from an LNG tanker before igniting and ‘blasting back’ to the source. While he states that it would be hard to cause the damage to an LNG tanker that would cause this kind of scenario, my concerns remain. My daughter attends Bowen Island Community School which would fall within this 2 mile hazard zone so naturally I have a few questions: - The risk analysis report recommends building safe shelters, installing warning signals and ensuring adequate emergency response training and equipment be in place for populations at risk in hazard zones. Will our Province and other elected officials insist these world class safety measures be implemented on Bowen Island? - Would this vapor cloud displace oxygen in the air before ‘blasting back’? If so will Woodfibre be providing each child, teacher and support staff with appropriate breathing apparatus/gas masks along with adequate training? - How hot is the ‘blast’ mentioned in the video that would pass by our children within 1 to 2 seconds? Some people will say the chances are low that an accident or terrorist incident will occur and this may be true. However, the consequences are high. We can follow the recommendations…. Or not. Comments can be made before March 23 deadline at: http://www.eao.gov.bc.ca
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Bowen supports Live Arts!
The Art of Silence PAULINE LE BEL COMMUNITY CAULDRON
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Dear Editor, We would like to send out a big thanks to everyone who attended our poetry event, “A Quiet Coming Of Light”, last Sunday. We had a great crowd, and it was a fantastic show. We’d also like to extend a huge shout out to those who made it happen. Our wonderful cast Kevin Spenst, Su Lin Tseng, Ian Cameron, Teun Schut, Chris Corrigan, Jack and Julie at Tir Na nOg, Helen Wallwork, Tracey Hearst, Sarah Haxby, Tanya Voormeij, Emily van Lidth de Jeude, Cates Hill Chapel, BIMA, BIAC, The Office at Artisan Square, The Undercurrent, Bowen Forum, and everyone who kindly put up our posters. You are all stars. Until next time, keep supporting live entertainment. Jude and Paul
This week in Undercurrent history MAUREEN SAWASY
UNDERCURRENT HISTORIAN
In the February 13 edition of the Undercurrent, I erroneously reported that 25 years ago Peter Schmidt was in the process of selling the Building Centre and retiring. Last week, his son, Larry Schmidt came to visit The Undercurrent office last week to let us know that in fact Peter kept ownership of the Building Centre for many years after 1990. The information I put into that particular article was taken directly from Laura Cochrane’s Island News column. My apologies to the Schmidt family for repeating the incorrect information. 25 years ago in the Undercurrent
Residents who had been testing their voltage reported readings between 90 and 100 amps, instead of the required 110 amps. A number of them reported these findings to BC Hydro. Apparently, the rapid growth in the number of residents on Bowen during both summer and winter months over the preceding 2 years was creating overloads in the power system. While B.C. Hydro had plans in place to fix the issue, residents were being advised to conserve as much electricity as possible.
20 years ago in the Undercurrent The headline on the front page of the March 3, 1995 Undercurrent read, “Cost to construct community cen-
tre pegged at $4.8M.” The recently released the feasibility report outlined details of the project: the floor area would be 26,400 square feet with an additional 4,500 square feet for a library, for example. The report had been prepared in recognition that demands on the current community space (BICS) were becoming to high and that space was lacking for current and future programs. Estimates put population to grow by 40% by the end of the century. This would put Bowen’s population at 4000 people. With the urging of the GVRD board,
10 years ago in the Undercurrent Despite an additional offer of 5,000 square metres of parkland offered by the applicant, Bowen’s municipal council decided to delay second and third readings of the rezoning application for Artisan Square. In exchange for rezoning lands at Artisan Square and north of Grafton Road, Berry had already agreed to donate $20,000 in cash plus green space and land for a skateboard park, totaling 3,800 square metres. Included in the application package is the controversial proposal to move the gas station to a site situated between the teen centre and the Bowen Isalnd Communicty School. In an interview Berry said he was surprised that council wasn’t more taken with the proposed community amenities package. “Never ever again would I make an offer, if I’m involved in another project, that is so generous.” He said. “I’m offering so much and getting so little in return.”
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This column was suggested by Bruce Russell who is well known for many wonderful island undertakings, other than silence. I was having breakfast at The Snug a few days ago, and Bruce told me how much he enjoyed my column on the art of conversation. He wanted to know about the silent retreat. “Was it everything you expected?” I told him it was everything I needed. This did not satisfy him. He said many people would want to know what it’s like to be in silence for ten days. So here goes. It’s always a challenge to leave behind one’s daily life, the people we love, the familiar landscapes, the technology we have come to depend on - for me it’s the computer. I have been in silent retreats before. This brief respite from my everyday life can actually lead to a deeper appreciation of that life. I go into retreat to learn new habits so when I am faced with difficult situations, I might find new ways to welcome them, to work with them. Rather than resisting what comes into my life, I can choose to pause and reflect before I judge or react. Silence is vastly undervalued in our culture of constant contact and instant communication, with voices coming at us from the radio, TV, the Internet. Silence is not just for the nun or the monk. Silence can be part of an everyday life. I learned this from being a musician. It’s the silence, the rests, the pauses in a piece of music that hold it all together, creating the dynamic tension and shaping the melody and harmony, leading to a satisfying, and sometimes surprising, resolution. As a writer, I’m used to being in a quiet environment, but the quiet is usually purposeful as all get out, focusing on the book, the story, the song, the poem, the column that is wanting to be written. In a retreat, the purpose is to embrace the silence, and notice the thoughts and feelings that arise, to acknowledge them and let them go. Most often, one can get a brand new perspective on one’s life, on one’s relationship to the rest of life. The entire day is spent following another rhythm. My mornings were stretched out, uncluttered by have-to-do’s, emails and deadlines. The only deadline was making sure I got to lunch on time. There was time to sit and meditate, walk and meditate, to move my body in pleasurable ways, to stop and notice what
was ahead or at the side of me, to listen to the dawn chorus, to cheer (quietly) the first signs of spring. For the first few days, I slept al lot, making me realize that I don’t get enough of it in my daily life. I made up for that in the ten days.
Emptying the clutter in my mind left space to become aware of the deep life force within my self and the world. My thoughts – always so busy with project ideas – also lost their velocity, although, I was inspired to write one poem about the silence. As I emptied of unnecessary thought and activity, I learned how to listen again, to myself and to others, in a compassionate way. Emptying the clutter in my mind left space to become aware of the deep life force within my self and the world. It felt like a coming home. I love the clarity that comes from being in silence. The mind can get quite still without the myriad of things talking at us every day. There is the opportunity to take a good deep look at one’s thought patterns and one’s habitual patterns of action. Everything slows right down in the silence. The way I walk – usually a brisk pace – becomes a slow, smooth, glide, as I listen for the heartbeat of the Earth, knowing this heartbeat is shared with all life. Thoughtfully placing one foot after another upon the Earth, I recognize the life that goes on beneath my feet, as well as above them. Even my handwriting slows down – more like the script I had as a young woman before the world got so accelerated. At the end of the retreat, I came to a deep appreciation of my intimate relationships with family and friends, trees and soil, water and air. And I experienced a greater acceptance of a life that has been full and rich, sweet and sour, timid and bold. Now that I am back to the ordinary chaos of my life. I’m faced with hundreds of emails all clamoring for my attention, a pile of papers on my desk, and work to get to. It’s a challenge to maintain all that I have learned in the dazzling silence and to carry it into the every day. I will go as slowly and thoughtfully as I can.
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Hooray! It is officially time to come out of hibernation and spruce up your wardrobe: the Bowen Children’s Centre’s 14th Annual Clothing Sale fundraiser is almost here! Yes, this is the big one – a sartorial extravaganza that’s practical, environmentally friendly, supports two island charities. It also happens to be loads of fun. This year’s event will be held on Saturday, May 9, at Cates Chapel. Proceeds from the sale itself will benefit Bowen Children’s Centre, the non-profit Society that’s home to Bowen Island Preschool, the Community Daycare, Family Place and The After School Club. A big part of this event’s popularity can be attributed to the amazing bargains: most items are priced at a mere $2! That’s right – a toonie. Exceptional pieces may be priced individually, so that their donors can rest assured that they will fetch a higher price at this fundraiser. We have a new DROP-off bin located for your convenience in the upper playground for your gently used men’s, women’s and teen clothing items. Accessories are greatly welcomed too. Drop off anytime Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Rosie Montgomery and Georgia Beatty at last year’s Clothing Sale.
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Signs of spring
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Spring has sprung very early this year. If you look closely at some of our local Hazel trees, you’ll see tiny pink sea-anenome-like pink blossoms beginning to shrivel up, though the catkins still dance yellow in the sun and breeze. Around the island, soil is being tended, peas and other early seeds sowed, and Brassicas that have held over from last year are beginning to show new life. Flowers both timely and early are blossoming everywhere: crocus, cherry, wild and cultivated plum, forsythia, hyacinth, heather; even dandelion and daffodil. Bees and other wild pollinators of many species alternate between drunkenly perusing blossomladen branches and sleepily curling up in the bosoms of half-open flowers. Thank goodness for the more seasonable lower temperatures, this week, and the sun, still beckoning. See photos pages 7 and 12. Enjoy! AVISON YOUNG; 3.917 in; Process color; -; R001988587 Subject Property
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Learn more about Woodfibre LNG An electronic copy of Woodfibre LNG Limited’s EAC Application and information regarding the Environmental Assessment process is available at www.eao.gov.bc.ca. Copies of the Application are also available for viewing at these locations: Woodfibre LNG FortisBC Community Office 38134 Cleveland Avenue, Squamish, BC Squamish Public Library 37907 2nd Avenue, Squamish, BC
Environmental Assessment of the Proposed Woodfibre LNG Project, Squamish, BC
Public Comment Period Extended
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We are pleased to announce that the Environmental Assessment Office (EAO) has accepted our request to extend the Public Comment Period for our proposed Project, meaning members of the public now have more time to have their say. Woodfibre LNG Limited made the request for this extension after hearing a desire on the part of the community to have more time to review and comment on our Environmental Assessment Certificate (EAC) Application. The Public Comment Period has been extended by the EAO to 60 days from the initial 46 days. Public Comments can now be submitted until March 23, 2015.
Participate in the EAO Review Process The EAO accepts Public Comments through the following ways: By Online Form: www.eao.gov.bc.ca By Mail: Michael Shepard Project Assessment Manager Environmental Assessment Office PO Box 9426 Stn Prov Govt Victoria BC V8W 9V1 By Fax: 250-387-0230
Building a project that’s right for Squamish. That’s our number one priority. woodfibrelng.ca
NOTE: All submissions received by EAO during the comment period in relation to the proposed Project are considered public and will be posted to the EAO website.
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BC Hydro has been asked to supply power to Woodfibre LNG’s proposed liquefied natural gas (LNG) processing and export facility near Squamish, and FortisBC’s expanded Coquitlam and new Squamish compressor stations.
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Fully funded public school program (no fees). Run by enthusiastic and talented B.C. certified teachers. Classes offered 2.5 days a week. Each child’s emotional comfort is of utmost importance. Parents are always welcome in our cozy classrooms. Meaningful learning plans created for each child. A program where children experience partnership in learning, where they flourish – intellectually, emotionally and socially. • Inspiring projects, imaginary adventures, music, drama and art.
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We invite you to learn more about how we can supply power to Woodfibre LNG and FortisBC at one of our three open houses:
Come to our Information Meeting!
Tuesday, March 17, 2015 Drop-in between 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Wednesday, March 18, 2015 Drop-in between 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Thursday, March 19, 2015 Drop-in between 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
at our ‘Cowan Centre’ location, 889 Cowan Point Drive.
Gibsons & Area Community Centre 700 Park Road, Gibsons, B.C.
Seaside Centre 5790 Teredo Street, Sechelt, B.C.
Executive Suites Hotel and Resort 40900 Tantalus Road, Squamish, B.C.
Tuesday, March 31st, 7:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Our hope is to enrich and widen the attachment circle you have created so lovingly over the last five years. For more information please call Allan Saugstad at 604 992 2370, or email him at asaugstad@sd40.bc.ca.
We look forward to seeing you there. For more information, please visit bchydro.com/woodfibrelng or contact us at 604 623 4472, toll-free 1 866 647 3334, or stakeholderengagement@bchydro.com.
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The heart: three billion beats in the average lifetime SANDY LOGAN SUBMISSION
The circulatory system is an intricately designed transportation network that provides vital nourishment and removes waste from every cell in the human body. The heart lies at the centre of this complex. Within in about three weeks of conception, the heart of the developing embryo begins to beat and continues to beat more than three billion times during an average lifespan, never stopping except for a brief fraction of a second between beats. It is truly one of the hardest working muscles in the body. Snuggled between the lungs and centrally located behind the sternum (breast bone), this muscular dual pump serves two functions, receiving and distribution. The right side of the heart receives deoxygenated blood from the periphery and sends it to the lungs where carbon dioxide is dropped off and fresh oxygen is picked up for distribution by the left side of
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the heart to all parts of the body. An average of five to six litres of blood is in circulation at any one time. It contains many nutrients, hormones and immune boosters to keep cells operating at peak efficiency. A heart attack occurs when a blood vessel that supplies a portion of the heart becomes blocked by plaque or a clot. The muscle cells in this region die causing the heart to become less effective at pumping blood. Symptoms of a heart attack include (not exclusively): chest pain; difficulty breathing; abdominal or back pain; cold sweaty skin; bluish or paler than normal skin; nausea and vomiting; denial; jaw pain. Sadly, cardiovascular disease is still the number one trigger for heart attacks in North America. Yet, there so many ways to prevent it such as eating a well-balanced diet; watching your weight; daily exercise; managing stress, and stopping smoking. Please speak with your healthcare provider to find out more about strategies for keeping you heart healthy!
HERB PATERSON BOWEN ISLAND GOLF ASSOCIATION; 9.917 in; Black; -; R001988524
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After a courageous “Masters-type” battle with cancer, Herb peacefully passed away on February 24, 2015 with his wife Emilie at his side at the North Shore Hospice. He was a man of many remarkable achievements both in the golf industry he loved so much and many other community endeavours in which he was passionately involved. He was a legend in the former; loved and respected by everyone. Born in Vancouver, over the course of his working career he lived in Trail, Toronto, Hawaii, Vancouver and Vernon and on retirement made his permanent home on Bowen Island, BC. He was predeceased by his mother and father, both of whom served in the Canadian Armed Forces during WWI, by his first wife Dorothy (1997) and son Gordy at age 14. He is survived by sons David (Susan), Alan (Carolyn), daughter Carolyn (Marc); grandchildren Colin, Hilary, Alana and Rachel, his second wife of 16 years Emilie, his Titleist family and legion of friends throughout the golf industry in Canada and the USA. During WWII Herb joined the R.C.A.F. serving as Navigator with the rank of Pilot Officer. At the conclusion of the war he attended the University of British Columbia, graduating with a Bachelor of Commerce degree. He had a remarkable, distinguished and enviable 48 year career as the exclusive distributor for Titleist, a business (Jim Morrison Ltd.) he purchased from his father-in-law which he grew from a modest annual sales volume to $36+ million by acquiring the exclusive Titleist distribution rights to Fiji, Samoa, Guam, Alaska, Australia, Tasmania, New Zealand and Hawaii, in addition to Canada. Indeed, there was no grass that grew under Herb’s feet! Nearing retirement Acushnet purchased his business in the early 1990’s, however, because of his passion for Titleist, Acushnet and the golf industry in general he continued as an ambassador for the company. Herb was actively involved and instrumental in the development of the Predator Ridge Golf Club and Resort in Vernon, BC, one of Canada’s premiere golf course developments. In addition, he was a partner in St. Andrews East and St. Andrews Valley golf courses in Ontario. In the early 1990’s he became a director of the Bowen Island Golf Club. There was no mountain Herb, aka the “Lion King” and the “Hawk”, could not conquer. He established a friendship with Sir Edmund Hillary, who he hiked the Himalayas with in the mid 1980’s, up to his early 70’s. In 1994, at age 69, he made an ascent to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro. His friendship with Sir Edmund led to his becoming a director of the Sir Edmund Hillary foundation in 2005 until his passing. In order to balance the demands of his business life and mountain climbing challenges, Herb was a founding member of a unique club, FRED, with a few close friends. FRED is an acronym for French, Red, Exceptional and Dry! That was our Herb. His other spare time activities included a number of 10 and 32 km races on the northern tip of Baffin Island, sailing and serving as president of the Canadian Golf Equipment Manufacturers Association, competitive downhill skiing and in his last few years being a dedicated member of the Little Red Church on Bowen. His smile, charm and positive attitude were infectious which endeared him to a very wide circle of friends, business associates and admirers. Herb was particularly proud of being made an honourary, lifetime member of the PGA of Canada, along with Arnold Palmer. Before his passing he was made aware the PGA of BC was considering a perpetual annual award in his honour. Determined he was, but none more so than to celebrate his 90th birthday which he did in relatively good form just 13 days before his final putt. As to be expected, in early December 2014 on being advised he only had six months to live he said, “well, I have had a good life and cannot complain”. A small family service is planned at the Little Red Church with a Celebration of Life to follow on March 17th, from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. at the Capilano Golf and Country Club. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the BC Cancer Foundation (www.bccancerfoundation.com) or the Bowen Island Golf Club (www.bowengolf.com) for the Herb Paterson Memorial. May his soul rest in peace and his tee shots be long and straight on that big course in the sky. “Herb, your foursome is waiting and you will be pleased to know, only Titleist balls are played on that course in Heaven”.
Oydis Nickle at the Union Steam Ship Company booth. Emmet Sparling, photo
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“Because I am a person with pets, I cater to other people with pets specifically – dogs, cats, squirrels...” says Petersen. “But living on Bowen many people find they have to do multiple jobs in order to pay the bills...For me, it means renting out a guest suite, photography, selling travel tours, and leading safari tours in Africa.” Petersen says that as someone who has spent a lot of time at trade shows, she was impressed by how well this one was organized. “We were all up against a funny day on Bowen, with so much sunshine,” says Petersen. “But personally I’m not disappointed in the numbers, it takes three years for a trade show to get established. I didn’t go to the Outdoor Adventure & Travel Show in its early days, but now I wouldn’t miss it. This year I’m even going to speak there.” To further promote her guest suite as well as accommodations on Bowen more generally, Petersen says she is working on organizing a B&B tour aimed at a West Vancouver audience in April. For Vaune Kolber, a realtor who has been living on Bowen since last July, the Business showcase was a great opportunity to build connections with other businesses. “I got to meet contractors and builders and landscapers who I wouldn’t have known otherwise, and as a realtor, I feel I can offer my clients who are new to the island a more complete package if I have these kinds of connections,” says Kolber. “It would be great to see more members of the public out, but I think that maybe if the businesses got together to think up some creative sort of offering, that might help.” For Tourism Bowen Island Chair Murray Atherton, the event was anything but a disappointment. “I found it to be really fun, actually,” says Atherton. “I had the opportunity to introduce one of my neighbours to three other immediate neighbours. And I think, considering a lot of people didn’t know what this event was about and it was the first time for it, we can consider it to be a good success.”
How to manage shade in your garden BOWEN ISLAND GARDEN CLUB SUBMISSION
On March 16, 2015 the Bowen Island Garden Club welcomes Charlie Sale who will give a presentation titled “Managing Shade.” Charlie describes himself as a “serious gardener” of 50 years. He will tell us how he and his wife have transformed over two acres of steep mountain terrain near Deep Cove into a magnificent woodland garden while still preserving the integrity and character of the surroundings. Charlie is more than a serious gardener, he has been an active member of gardening circles in both Ontario and British Columbia.. He has served as president of the Toronto chapter of the Rhododendron Society, the board of the American Rhododendron Society and president of the Rhododendron Society of Canada. He was also a board member of the Royal Botanical Gardens Hamilton, Ontario. Currently, Charlie is an active member (and past executive member) of The Friends of the Garden at the University of British Columbia and served on the advisory committee of the Darts Hill Garden Conservancy Society of Surrey, BC and as vice president of the North American Rock Garden Society. He is also on the board of the Rhododendron Species Foundation in Federal Way, Washington, US. Please join us at The Gallery at Artisan Square on March 16, 2015 at 1 PM.
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Advocating for the healthcare needs of Bowen Islanders
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Spring Co-ed Soccer, the best time to Play!
Co-ed league newcomer Alison Nosek has learned she gets a kick out of soccer. Colleen O’Neil at her office in the heritage cottage beside the Bowen Island Library, which is being used as the headquarters for Caring Circle. Meribeth Deen, photo
from PAGE 1 “Other than our local physicians and home care nurses, who are incredibly busy, we have no leadership around advocating for improving access to health and wellness services. Caring Circle has really been the go-to organization for many people who have questions around access to health services and responding to those asking for health programming.” O’Neil told council. “We get calls asking, how do I get home care? How do I get a mental health assessment for a loved one? What about my neighbour who is living alone and completely vulnerable?” In an interview with her following the council meeting, I reminded O’Neil that in her long list to council about the things she had done that month, she had forgotten to mention that on Sunday she picked up a medical bed from one of my neighbours. “Oh yes,” she said, and went on to explain who the bed was for. This story melded into another one, and another. One of these stories started with a call from a social worker at Lion’s Gate Hospital, who could not get in touch with the person who was deemed, on paper, to be the caregiver of a 92 year-old Bowen Islander who was about to be discharged. “The woman’s neighbour had been taking care of her, but she was burnt-out and could no longer take on that responsibility and had called me to tell me about the situation,” explains O’Neil. “The elderly woman being discharged was still very frail, had no way of getting around and was not very mobile in general. I explained the situation to the social worker, and I also explained the situation on Bowen, and I spent the next two days organizing things – like getting food delivered – for the patient. I told the neighbour that because she was no longer acting as the official care-giver, Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) would take responsibility.” O’Neil says that “discharge cases,” such as this one, where she ends up taking charge of a situation where a Bowen Islander is about to be released from hospital (or occasionally, has already been released) usually happen every couple months. These cases can require several days of leg-work on the phone. She says she not only gets calls from hospital and VCH social workers, but also from geriatric outreach workers and adult mental health workers, and other health professionals working with Bowen patients on the mainland. “I’ve developed relationships with these people now and there’s a sense of trust. Because of this, I can help people get the service they’re entitled to.” Advocacy is another task Caring Circle, and O’Neil specifically, takes on. She says that recently she was attempting to track down the person in charge of a new program being
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rolled out in trial communities (that have not been picked yet) aimed at filling healthcare gaps by funding paramedics who will take on extra work between emergency calls. “We know that when it comes to the time to pick the trial communities for this program, they’ll be asking for a health-needs assessment. The Medical Clinic Society, which which grew out of Caring Circle’s work, had already written up an assessment for Bowen but I wanted to make sure we were asking the right questions. When I finally got through to the woman in charge of the program she told me that they had not gotten that far yet. So, then we got to talking about Bowen.” The conversation lasted roughly an hour, says O’Neil, and it ended with the woman in charge of the paramedicine program being well-versed in the healthcare gaps on Bowen Island. “She told me we need to stay in touch, and asked about my background. I think when I tell someone like this that I’ve worked at Lion’s Gate, Vancouver General Hospital and as a home care nurse on Bowen – that lends some credibility. Also, I do my homework. I’ve read the entire framework document for this paramedicine program, for example.” O’Neil says that she wants to focus her efforts on this work, and connecting people in the community with the health-resources they need. However, researching and writing grants also swallows a lot of her time. In her first year working with Caring Circle, O’Neil says she took on the job as a volunteer. In 2014, Caring Circle received an age-friendly grant from the Province that covered her salary, but this year, the grant went to another community. Right now, she says, she is getting paid through philanthropist dollars, but she would rather that money be going into programming. Through O’Neil’s presentation to council, O’Neil connected with Lorne Mayencourt, (Liberal Community Outreach), and Nicola Bentley from Jordan Sturdy’s office, who were very impressed with the work of Caring Circle. They offered to pass on a letter to Terry Lake (Minister of Health) appealing for financial support. “Lorne Mayencourt seemed optimistic that there might be some funds for such an initiative,” says O’Neil. She adds that her hope is that for funding for the Caring Circle, and her position as Program Director, comes through the province. “I know that Caring Circle’s model does not fit with anything that exists in the healthcare system right now, so it may seem unfamiliar, but I am hoping that the government sees that it can actually help alleviate strains in the system - especially in rural areas.”
Thinking about joining the adult coed soccer league? Well now’s your chance, the league is ramping up for its spring session with a kick off date of April 7. The Bowen Island Football Club encourages all levels from beginner to advanced and each team is hand selected to reflect player experience. The club is trying to encourage more people to join especially women, this is, after all a co-ed league. Last year Allison Nosek owner of Crazy Beautiful Hair Studio, decided to join the league. The last time Nosek had actually played soccer was in elementary school, so while having a few insecurities to overcome and a family to consider she decided it was the right time to just go for it. “I had been talking to other ladies about their experiences with the co-ed team and it just sounded really fun. I had always felt a small pull to soccer and thought this was a good opportunity to act on it,” says Nosek. Passion for the game is at the heart of co-ed and although winning the infamous wooden trophy is the ultimate goal, players who join understand that in the end its just a game. “My team captain was amazing! He was so supportive. He was constantly trying to coach me into the best ways to position myself to get a goal. When I finally did score, I think he was happier than I was. It was my first time ever playing soccer and I scored two goals last season,” says Nosek. Support and camaraderie for newcomers is paramount to the success of this league. Soccer by nature is competitive however sportsmanship in the end will keep players coming back for more. “There was a very healthy level of competitiveness. I found that people wanted to win, but more than that, they really just wanted to play. One game that we showed up to, we didn’t have enough players, so the other team gave us one of theirs. It just goes to show that all they really want to do is play,” says Nosek. Nosek’s team (Light Blue) took home the wooden trophy ending the Fall season in triumph, the perfect ending for this newcomer. Deadline to register is April 1st and you must be 16 years of age and over to play. Teams play 1 to 2 times a week on the BICS turf field. You can register as a single and couples will be placed on the same team unless otherwise specified. Don’t miss out, for more information check out the website at www.bowenfc.com.
Three months at the Municipal Hall from PAGE 3 So far, I’m proud of the work we’ve done in strategic planning, opposing LNG, improving communication, and moving ahead with the pub rezoning. I’m looking forward to the April release of the strategic plan.
Murray Skeels The first three months have certainly been stimulating. On a personal level I’m really enjoying it. I’m constantly reading up on one issue or another, emailing or phoning those who have information and being challenged by people with different perspectives and priorities. I’m proud of how well council is working. While our members represent the full political spectrum, we are working hard to find common ground and thus far I think we’ve struck a pretty even balance. In the Bowen community I feel a sense of optimism. It’s early days, but it’s a great feeling. Now we just have to nurture it.
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The Bowen Island Community Foundation is passionate about the Bowen Island community. We collect and safely invest donated funds and distribute funds to a range of projects that have been identified as priority areas by the community in the BICF Vital Conversations. The Foundation seeks to appoint 2 new Board members at its AGM on April 30 for a minimum 2 year term. We are looking for Bowen Island residents wanting to contribute to our strategic community organization who have one or more of the following areas of skill or experience: social media and communications, donor relations, bookkeeping, charity/foundation law, donor relations, Bowen Island youth programs, or executive committee experience with a philanthropic or other not-for-profit board. To apply, please send a confidential personal statement to info@bowenfoundation.com by March 27th. The statement should outline your: (i) interest in being on the Foundation board; (ii) relevant skills and knowledge; and (iii) relevant professional and community volunteer experience.
If you have any questions please contact Kathy Bellringer, Director at bellringerk@gmail.com or 604-970-5209
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FRIDAY MARCH 6
The BFG: Dreams, Queens and Human Beans Tickets at IPS, Phoenix and the door, $12. 6:30 p.m. at Cates Hill Chapel Free shuttle bus from ferry (5:45 & 9). Legion Dinner Doors open at 5 p.m., dinner starts at 6:30 Jazz and Prime Rib at the Pub 7 - 9 p.m at the pub
TUESDAY MARCH 10
AA Meeting Collins Hall 7:15 p.m.
WEDNESDAY MARCH 11
Knitting Circle 2 - 5 p.m. Bowen Court - All levels welcome! Caring Circle AGM Collins Hall 7 - 9 p.m.
THURSDAY MARCH 12
SATURDAY MARCH 7
Duplicate Bridge @ Bowen Court Call Irene @ 2955
MONDAY MARCH 9
UPCOMING
Youth Open Gym: 6 - 8:30 p.m. at BICS
Seniors Keeping Young No exercises Sylvia Adams on creating a Memory Book Concerned Citizens Bowen hosting a Public Information Meeting on Woodfibre LNG Collins Hall, 7:30 p.m. Everyone welcome. Dr. Eoin Finn, PhD physics and chemistry, BSc, MBA International Economics, will be speaking followed by a Q&A
SATURDAY MARCH 14
St. Paddy’s Day Celebration at the Pub with the Adam Woodall Band
MONDAY MARCH 16
Bowen Island Garden Club speaker series presents Charlie Sale who will give a presentation on “Managing Shade Areas in the Garden” at the Gallery at Artisan Square. 1p.m.
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Monday, March 9, 2015 at 10 a.m., SKY welcomes Bowen Islander Sylvia Adams of Thumbprint Books who will give a presentation on what to do with old family photos and memorabilia. Her talk will include suggestions on: • how to get past road blocks to getting started • ways to simplify your project
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Sylvia and Larry Adams have lived on Bowen since 1993. Their small publishing company shapes family, community, and corporate stories and photos into beautiful books.
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850 Petersen Road, Bowen Island • $1,049,000 A short commute from Vancouver, Bowen Island is the oasis you’ve been longing for while still having access to the best of city life. Indulge in the natural beauty of your private 2.25 acres. Revel in the panoramic SE views from this 3,040 sqft., 4 bedroom hillside home. Huge Artist studio/ family room/ or could be in-law suite. Live your dream now!
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