June 21, 2024

CON-GRAD-ULATIONS! It’s time to celebrateanotherround of Bowengrads! Aftermanyyears of hardworkand countless ridesonthe Queenof Cap,these impressive Island students havefinally earned theirown caps (and gowns) to recognizetheir achievements.It’sabig group this year -tosee what they’ve all been up to,and wheretheyare headednext, checkout our 2024 Grad Section from Pages10-20. /JeffWhite photo

Events

AllCouncilmeetingsareopen tothepublictoattendin personorelectronically,unless notedotherwise.

June 24, 2024 1:00 pm RegularCouncilMeeting

Short Term Rental Update

RegularCouncilMeeting June24,2024at1:00pm

OnMarch25,BowenIslandMunicipalCouncilmadethedecisionto “optin”tothenewprovincialregulationsforshort-termrentals.This provincialrequirementwill,effectiveNovember1,2024,meanthata short-termrentalaccommodationmustnotbeprovidedexceptinthe propertyhost’sprincipalresidenceorinasinglesecondarydwelling onthesameproperty.

AtthatMarch25meetingCouncilalsodirectedstafftoprepare amendmentstomunicipalbylawstomatchthenewprovincial requirements.

Accordingly,attheJune24,2024meetingstaffwillseekFirstReading ofbylawstoamendtheLandUseBylaw,BusinessLicenceBylaw,and BylawNoticeEnforcementBylawtoincludeaprincipalresidence requirementforshorttermrentalaccommodation.Theproposed bylawswouldalsoincludetheintroductionofanapplicationfee forbusinesslicencestocoverthecostofprocessingandreviewing applications.

Wanttoknowmoreaboutthis?ReadthestaffreportontheJune24th Councilagenda,availableat www.bowenislandmunicipality.ca/council-meetings orcontactthePlanningDepartmentatplanning@bimbc.ca

Building andDevelopment Fees

RegularCouncilMeeting June24,2024at1:00pm

AttheJune24RegularCouncilMeeting,staffwillintroducebylawsto amendbuildinganddevelopmentfees

Mostsignificantly,thesechangeswouldincreasethebuildingpermit feeby$1per$1,000ofconstructionvalue.Thesechangesare intendedtoensurethatthefeeschargedforbuildingpermitscover thecostofreviewing,issuing,andenforcingbuildingpermitson BowenIsland.

Wanttoknowmoreaboutthis?ReadthestaffreportontheJune24th Councilagenda,availableat www.bowenislandmunicipality.ca/council-meetings orcontactthePlanningDepartmentatplanning@bimbc.ca

We’rehiring

Temporary HumanResouces Coordinator

BIMhasanupcomingvacancyforatemporaryHumanResources Coordinatorcoveringastaffmaternityleave,beginningOctober 2024.Thisisaskilledgeneralistposition,coveringawiderangeof workofvaryingcomplexityinsupportofinternaloperationsatthe municipality.Formoreinformationpleaseseethefulljobdescription andcompensationonourwebsite.

www.bowenislandmunicipality.ca/work-with-us

Property TaxNotices

TaxesDue:4:30pmonTuesday,July2,2024 10%latefeeappliedafterduedate.

Ifyouhaven’treceivedyourTaxNotice, pleaseemailfinance@bimbc.caorcall604-947-4255extension8.

ClaimyourHomeOwnerGrant

ThebiggestsourceoflatepenaltiescomesfromunclaimedHome OwnerGrants.

Ifyouqualify,andyoupaythe discountedpropertytaxamount,you mustalsoCLAIMtheHomeOwner Grant.UnclaimedHomeOwnerGrants areconsideredunpaidtaxes.Youmay qualifyifyourhomeisassessedat under$2,264,000.

ClaimyourHomeOwnerGrantnowby goingonline: Youcanalsocall1-888-355-2700forassistanceorcomeinto MunicipalHallandwe’llhelpyouwithyouronlineclaim.

Annual Report

The2023DraftAnnualReportforBowenIslandMunicipalitywillbe presentedtoCouncilatitsRegularmeetingonMonday,June24,2024. WeinviteyoutoreviewthedraftAnnualReportandtoprovideyour commentsandquestionsinwritingorinpersonatthemeeting.

The2023AnnualReportisavailableonourwebsite

www.bowenislandmunicipality.ca/reports-publications oratMunicipalHallduringregularbusinesshours.

HowtocommentontheAnnualReport:

1. SpeakattheCouncilmeetingduringPublicComments

2. SubmityourwrittencommenttoMayorandCouncilat mayorandcouncil@bimbc.ca Foryourwrittensubmissiontobeincludedintheagendapackage, pleasereviewthepublicsubmissiondeadlines:

www.bowenislandmunicipality.ca/council-meetings

Mt. Gardner Park: art, history, family ties & the journey of Eastman/McNeill

MARION FOIN

Summer Student / Bowen Island Museum & Archives

The Bowen Island Museum and Archives’ newest exhibit touches on community and connection to place through the Mount Gardner Park neighbourhood woven through the lens of the Eastman/McNeill family

Mack and Antonia Eastman are among the first to have settled in Mt. Gardner and passed on their love for Bowen to future generations As soon as Mack visited Mt Gardner he fell in love with the place and bought a cottage when he returned from World War I.

Mack and Antonia’s lives, while incredibly active and eventful, were shaped by their love for Bowen. Antonia’s vast array of paintings depicting Mt. Gardner’s landscapes and seascapes show her greatest artistic inspiration came from her surroundings. Following in her footsteps, Ian McNeill also took inspiration from his visits to Mt. Gardner for his own works of art.

Mt. Gardner has been shaped by the people who have called

it home and these people, including the Eastman/McNeills, have in turn been shaped by their time at Mt. Gardner.

The stories of the old Tea House, Endswell Farm, and copper mining interweave with the development of Mt Gardner’s unique history. Insights from Mt. Gardner current or past residents have been crucial in helping us recreate the evolution of the neighbourhood The construction of iconic buildings, such as the Tea House and Endswell Farm, the exploitation of the copper mine, and the passage of steamships at the government wharf, are all key moments that contributed to making Mt. Gardner the way it is today.

The stories of Alf Wells, Bill Leithead, James Mortons’ ‘The Dusty Road from Perth’ , and the Eastman/McNeill’s allow one to draw connections between the people of Mt.Gardner and the places they inhabited.

Charles McNeill, grandson of Mack and Antonia, was profoundly impacted by the natural environment and history of Mt Gardner Growing up while surrounded by such a spectacular scenery that is vehemently defended by the community inhabiting it influenced Charles’ career path. In addition to following in his grandfather’s footsteps, who

worked for the League of Nations, by working with the United Nations, Charles dedicated his life to environmental preservation and sustainability.

Join us at the museum to explore Mt Gardner Park and the art, history and family ties of the Eastman /McNeills. The opening reception is this Saturday, June 22 from 5 to 7 pm with guest speaker Charles McNeill as he shares stories of finding family roots and connections.

The exhibit will be open daily until August 31. You can learn more at www.bowenislandmuseum.com

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“Youhavebrains in your

Photo circa 1920’s from Eastman archives.

At the annual Strawberry Tea at the Bowen Island United Church on Saturday, two longtime rivals on the Bowen baseball field, now long retired, Donnie Nicholson (left) and Greg Bosworth, met at the hamburger stand Nicholson, who played for the dormant Celtics and the long-dormant Tigers, serves his former enemy, known as Boz, who played with the Cruisers and is now an Associate Assistant Coach with the club. The two shared some friendly banter. / Marcus Hondro photo (left). Elsewhere at the Tea, Murray Atherton brings a helping of the namesake dish to enjoy with his wife Anna-Marie, and the trio of (L-R) Daisy, Diane, & Sara Sedmak all donned

hats

Island-favourite outing, on a day which was beautiful throughout. / Alex Kurial photos (middle, right).

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Gratitude NoteTo The Bowen Island Community–2009 and Beyond

I’djustliketoexpressmygratitude to the BowenIsland community for the warm welcome Ireceived as Americanpoet in the summer of 2009. Like many from Buffalo and Western NewYork, Ihavefamily from both sides of the border

It wasthe summer of 2009. Iwas stayingin Strathcona, Vancouver with afriend who was working at acoffeehouse on BowenIsland.She helped getmethe gigatthe HappyIsleCafé. I performedspokenwith othersincludingmusicians.Ihavethe flyersomewhereprobablyin the attic.Irememberthe performance being well-received and the kindnessofthe locals Other memories of visits to Bowen Island include aplethoraofbananaslugs,one very vocalraven while hiking, acouple ofshooting stars, night-swimming/skinny dippinginthe fjordand the crispnessofthe air.

What you have thereisrare, BowenIsland It’s not somethingtechnicallythat canbehad orkept butitcan be reflectedupon. Iexpress this gratitude partiallybecause,likemany Americans (andthe rest of the world), I’mhavingelection anxietyamongother conditionsof beinghuman rightnow.I think gratitude does alot to ground us thesedays. This is whyI’m saying, ‘thank you’, 15 years later. Gratitude does notexpire.

With Deep Respect–Shalom,

-Liz Mariani

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On the matter of Sewage

Mayor and Council,

Having recently obtained Snug Cove Sewer System (SCSS) Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) effluent data back to 2013, I have analyzed this information to assist the Municipality in resolving the current issue of development restrictions within the sewage collection area. My motivation is for much needed developments such as Bowen Island Resilient Community Housing (BIRCH) to be able to proceed within Snug Cove without additional financial burden required by having to install an expensive in-ground sewage disposal system rather than connecting to the SCSS.

Various graphs of the Municipality’s data illustrate the following points (Graphs can be found in Section 12 of the Bowen Island Municipality council agenda - June 24, 2024.)

SCSS domestic sewage flows (i.e. from residences and businesses) have not significantly changed over the last 11 years, and during this period Inflow and Infiltration (I&I) events causing WWTP flows to exceed two times the Average Dry Weather Flow (2xADWF) have occurred annually, and with increasing severity and regularity.

Current Average Daily Flows (ADF) represent approximately 60% of the plant’s hydraulic capacity, and effluent quality is generally within provincially permitted levels with few anomalies

The dominant root cause of the peak flows is extraneous water I&I in the form of Rainfall Induced Infiltration (RII),

which generally requires CCTV inspection of the underground pipes and service lateral pipes to locate and correct defects (typically in the older parts of the system).

Of significance, on January 29, 2024 the data shows the WWTP hydraulic capacity being exceeded by a record amount (308 m3/d). Correlating rainfall data confirms that the mechanism for this I&I event is Rainfall Induced Infiltration (RII) due to the lag between rainfall and effluent response time The Municipality’s current strategy of addressing WWTP capacity issues is clearly not addressing the root cause of the issue and these types of events, and their magnitude and frequency, will only continue to worsen if the Municipality does not address its I&I issues underground within the collection area gravity sewer pipes and service connection laterals

Despite these storm-caused peak flows, provided that the Municipality adheres to Municipal Wastewater Regulation (MWR) Clause 44(1)(b) and develops and implements a Liquid Waste Management Plan and I&I reduction program, there is no need for development restrictions for properties within SCSS requiring sewer connections.

The Municipality should also adjust its effluent monitoring in anticipation of the federal Wastewater System Effluent Regulation (WSER) applying once annual ADF exceeds 100 m³/day

I urge Mayor and Council to scrutinize the Municipality’s current practice and policy regarding the WWTP issues,

Happy Birthday!

Good friend Annie O’Dea, and all of the rest of us on Bowen Island, wish a very Happy 102nd Birthday to Marion Moore on June 22!

remove restrictions on development within the SCSS, develop a Liquid Waste Management Plan and I&I reduction program, and engage one of the consulting engineering firms in Vancouver that specialize in I&I reduction programs

Thank you for your consideration,

- Brad Hawthorn

Preserving History: Celebrating the100thAnniversaryofBowen Island’s Iconic GeneralStore

OLD GENERAL STORE 100TH ANNIVERSARY COMMITTEE

BowenIsland’s iconic Tudor-style landmark hasbeenknown by many names and served multiple purposes throughout its rich history.

Originallythe Union Steamship Company Store, it laterbecame the GeneralStore,the OldGeneral Store, and nowproudlyserves as ourPublic Library. This historic buildinghas witnessedamyriadofeventsand activities,fromtheatre productions, aflea market,the TradingPost, amovie theatre, the Post Office,aHaunted House, hostingHeritage weekends,ateencentre, and children’sgroups

On Saturday, August 10 we will come together as acommunity to celebrate its100th anniversarywitha communityparty.

Did you knowthat thislandmarkused to sitwherethe sidewalk is now, and in 1979, it wasslatedfor demolition?

ThankstoDavid Smith,who spear-

LIZZY

Meet Lizzy! She is the sweetest girl that was recently adopted toa Bowen home after living in ashelter.Lizzy loves hiking on theBowen trails, smelling theocean breeze, and most importantly getting belly rubs from everyone she meets. She is adjusting to island life well (who wouldn’t!) and is very,very loved by her new family Bowen VeterinaryServices loves welcoming new furry friends to our Bowen community, Welcome Lizzy!

headedthe initiativetosavethis historicgem,itstill stands today. David and others formed theBowenIsland Park and StoreUse Society, whichwas responsible for savingthe storeand creatingCrippen Park.It’shardtoimagine BowenIsland without either of these cherishedlandmarks

As we plan this momentous celebration, we aimtobring David Smith back to Bowen Island to honour his hard work and legacy. Currently residinginMexico on amodest budget,David needsour supportfor travel, food,and lodgingexpenses.

Your assistancewill notonlyhonour David Smith butalsoreinforcethe importance of heritage preservation. Let’s come together to celebrate ourcommunity’shistory and the individuals who fighttoprotect it.Pleasevisit our“Let’s BringDavid Home”GoFundMepageon Facebooktocontribute. Call 604-9472655 for moreinformation.

Thank you for helpingushonour the past and ensureavibrantfuturefor BowenIsland.

Above, theStore Dedication CeremonyonSunday,August 19, 1984. Islanders gathered at the“new old general store” aftertheyfollowedapiper from the meadow. Therewerespeeches,aparade of antique automobiles,and David Smith singinganoriginal‘thankingthe people song’.Ellen Dorman unveiled theplaque whichhad been attached to the storeproclaiming the building ‘heritage’.Below, DavidSmith is pictured with BowenIsland BowenIsland Park &Store UseSociety BIPASUS)treasurerEllen Dorman, knownaffectionately as “Bowen’s angel’. /100th AnniversaryCommittee photos

Authenticity key for Indigenous Art Festival curator

ALEX KURIAL Editor

The Authentically Indigenous Festival has been showing at the Hearth Gallery this month, featuring artworks by Indigenous artists. Special events have also been taking place, including a Youth Celebration, Artist Opening, and last Saturday an Indigenous Feast

Bowen artist Simon Daniel James is the guest curator for the festival, a role which saw him tasked with acquiring the many different pieces for the show. This wasn’t the first time Simon took on this job – in 2015 he curated the Authentically Aboriginal on Bowen art show, an event so well-received it earned praise from the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) for its focus on authentically curated works. The show, presented by the Bowen Island Arts Council and Gallery @ Artisan Square, ran for a month and also included special events such as a feast.

Simon explains when he was approached by Hearth executive director Jami Scheffer about the possibility of putting on an art show, he recalled the success of the 2015 experience. They decided on the Authentically Indigenous Festival for 2024, updating the terminology and scheduling it to coincide with National Indigenous History Month in June. “I wanted to see if lightning can strike twice,” says James. Simon’s search included adults and kids, and locals and those living off-Bowen too, including some artists who were in the 2015 show. This wasn’t just phone calls either – Simon spent much of his time leading up to the show physically travelling up and down the coast to pick up artworks, from Victoria to Alert Bay, and out to Burnaby and Surrey too.

In keeping with the name of the festival, Simon – also known as Winadzi – had one main prerequisite for the artists: “They had to understand their culture and where they are from. That was the most important thing for me.”

Like 2015, a feast was also a focal event of this year’s festival. Originally scheduled to take place at Meadowbrook

Market, the host site was switched to the Hearth following the threat of inclement weather Following a performance on the Eagle Gathering Stage by James and members of his family, guests entered the gallery where they were treated to a canapé-style dinner prepared by local chefs Erik Miller and Jody Peck. Highlights included elk sausage and canoe potatoes

“Why we host a feast is to thank those who have witnessed what it is that we are showing, usually at a ceremony,” says Simon. The evening also included storytelling, and a silent auction with contributions from local individuals, groups, and businesses. Proceeds went toward Carrier Sekani Family Services

This Friday, June 21 – National Indigenous Peoples Day – Simon plans to return to the Eagle Gathering Stage to perform in a ceremony with members of his family He says performing the songs and dances of Kwakwaka’wakw Nation, which he is a member of, keep his children connected to their culture even if physically they are separated from their traditional Vancouver Island territory.

“We are so far away from our culture… so bringing their own culture into the picture, I think was very important,” explains Simon. Along with daughter Mizuki, the pair have been practicing dances performed during the festival at home in their kitchen for weeks. Simon’s son joins the performances through drumming. Given the distance, and influence of other cultures on Bowen, Simon takes the task of teaching his children seriously.

“If my children have not learned that, then it is my fault,” he says

James says he hopes the festival sparks a deeper understanding of Indigenous communities He points out that art is a powerful outlet for achieving this

“The most important thing for me is for the mass population to understand that we are not savage ignorant people… There was a time where our people were vanishing… Genocide was a reality. Residential School was a practice to try to eradicate the Indigenous people And I’m sorry to say that they didn’t fail,” says James, noting many Indigenous

the different dishes of the Indigenous Feast The culinary works tended not to last long after being presented to the guests.

people he meets who have lost all cultural connection to their communities.

“But what they didn’t understand was that taking our artwork and putting it in museums was basically preserving our culture for us. We can go into these museums of these stolen art pieces, realizing that those pieces belonged to our families these pieces are now re-educating us of a potentially lost culture,” he says.

Simon adds he’ll be fulfilled “If people can understand through this art show that these pieces have been created based upon the history of our people, the art of our people.”

The Authentically Indigenous Festival continues through June 30, with a celebration on National Indigenous Peoples Day (June 21) at 1 pm at the Eagle Gathering Stage.

Chefs Erik Miller (left) & Jody Peck (right) joined Simon Daniel James (orange shirt) to discuss

/ Alex Kurial photo

Conservancy acquires second parcel of land for protection

BOWEN ISLAND CONSERVANCY

With thoughts to a living legacy, a local island family recently donated a 10-acre parcel of land to the Bowen Island Conservancy.

Their generosity has contributed to the protection in perpetuity of ecologically sensitive areas on our island. This is the Conservancy’s first acquisition of land donated under the federal Ecogifts Program. The lands met the requirements of the program – i.e. the lands were certified as ecologically sensitive, the first step in initiating the ecogift process. “Ecologically sensitive lands are areas or sites that currently or could, at some point in the future, contribute significantly to the conservation of Canada’s biodiversity and environmental heritage.”

The program provides significant tax incentives to landowners, for both fee simple donations and for conservation covenants if landowners wish to retain ownership.

Over three years ago, the Conservancy received a financial donation that enabled us to purchase 32 acres at the Cape which is now known as the Wild Coast Nature Refuge (WCNR). This land is recovering from the scars of development, bouncing back with an abundance of bat species, rare plants and ecosystems, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and the coastal Douglas fir and rare juniper trees.

Expert volunteers donate their time to manage invasive species at the WCNR, initiate research projects and design and develop public trails. We have been very pleased with public reaction and support for our efforts to protect the fragility of this precious place, and to respect the goals of the Conservancy, particularly honouring our request to not bring dogs

Through a new initiative called ‘Caring for Nature’, the Conservancy is encouraging our community to consider various options for taking special care of this island. To learn more about the Conservancy and our work, please visit our website: https://bowenislandconservancy.org

For more information on the federal Ecological Gift Program you can search for it on the Canadian government website, or contact a member of the Conservancy at info@bowenislandconservancy.org

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CONGRATULATIONS

Arjun Bristowe Atom Brooke Charlotte Bryant Abigail Florendo Alex Golasovsky Stephanie McBurney

Lukas MusselmanVanderstelt Kate Parker

Leif PeterssonArabelle Richer Beatrice Rose Zoe Rosë

Ben Saruk Leo Szabo Lleyton Woodworth AdamWoolcombe Zenin Youck

CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2024!

Abig round of applause forall ourgrads thisyear! You’ve all done an incredible job and hopefullyare very proudofyourselves. We hopeyou and yourfamily enjoy this 2024 Grade Issue-itisnodoubt the mostchallenging edition to putout each year,but itis alsoone of the mostrewardingwhenall is (finally) said and done.

What an amazingresponsetoour callouts this year too, with 38 Grad submissions which maywell be arecordamount. It’s goingto be very exciting to watchwhatyou alldo outinthe world, and fun to seewhere yourpaths lead... Maybeevenright back here!Welldoneeveryone, ahugecongrats!

-AlexKurial, Editor

BowenIslandCommunitySchool Grade Sevens,celebrating their last year at BICS. Allofthe BICS staff wish to congratulate the Grade Sevens as they arepromoted from beingelementaryschool students to secondaryschool students. We all wish youevery successasyou continue your educational journey to high school!

John Hooper

John Hooper graduated with a Master of ArtsinDisasterandEmergencyManagement from Royal Roads University in the Spring of 2024. John is a full-time Firefighter with the District of North Vancouver. John moved to Bowen when he was 1 month old and attended BICS, IPS, and West Vancouver High School before getting his Bachelors of Business from Western University in 2014. After several sales-oriented jobs, John found his passion for emergency services firstly as a volunteer with the Royal Canadian Marine Search and Rescue, and then as a Wildfire Fighter with the BC Wildfire Service John and his wife Emily live in Squamish

Freja Henrichsen

Freja is looking forward to her gap year working in the Yukon and travelling in Australia and Southeast Asia She would like to thank her friends and family for helping her get where she is today!

Sydney Florin

Sydney is excited to attend the University of Victoria for a bachelors of science degree, where she hopes to study Biology. She will miss Bowen Island and will cherish her memories from IDLC, IPS, Rockridge, and KK Dance Studio. She wishes everyone graduating in 2024 the best of luck.”

Eric Silva

Congratulations Eric! We are so happy for you on your graduation from Rockridge! Dream big and work hard! We look forward to seeing you achieve your future goals Your kindness, old soul vibes and tenacity will serve you well throughout your life Lots of love always from Mom, Dad, Adam, Isaac, Sammy, Harry, Callie and Magikarp

“If music be the food of love, play on” –William Shakespeare

Marlie Behm

Marlie would like to thank her family, friends and teachers for their help during her years at Rockridge. Marlie will be heading off to the University of Calgary in the Fall to Study Psychology

Greenlee Lyne

Congratulations Greenlee! We are all so proud of you. Keep being you and your opportunities are endless. We love you so much Good luck in Nova Scotia this summer Hope for Wildlife is going to be awesome.

Max Wing

Congratulations Max upon your successful Graduation from Rockridge Secondary School! Your educational journey from BCC to BICS to Rockridge and your years of playing youth soccer for BIFC and WVFC have come to an end in the blink of an eye! Your family near and far are so proud of you and look forward to watching you grow even more as you embark on a year of travelling adventures before pursuing further education in your chosen field. Much love and the Best of Luck, Mum, Dad & Henry.

Isaac Silva

Congratulations Isaac! Congratulations to you as leave BICS behind and embark on your high school journey at Rockridge. You have outgrown the elementary school years and are more than ready to move on the next chapter in your life Take the opportunity to try new things and explore the options in high school. We are so excited for this new adventure for you! Lots of love always from Mom, Dad, Eric, Adam, Sammy, Harry, Callie and Magikarp.

“You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes You can steer yourself any direction you choose.”

- Dr. Seuss, Oh, the Places You’ll Go!

Isaac Fairburn Prockter

Isaac has been fortunate to grow up with family and friends who surrounded him with love, humour and learning, and respected his sometimes quiet individuality and need for space and order Isaac has grown in this acceptance and warmth and now comfortably holds that space and time for those around him We could not be prouder of the young man he has become.

Love always. Mum and Dad (Stewart and Sue)

Beatrice Carchrae

After a 13-year tour through almost every style of education possible, we are pleased to announce that Bea is graduating from West Vancouver Secondary School. Many thanks to everyone on Bowen who has contributed in so many ways: teachers and school staff, friends and their parents, the forests, creeks and beaches, the bus drivers and even the ferry workers on those sleepy early morning and late night ferries Bea is looking forward to beginning her Bachelor of Science degree at UBC in the fall.

Nolan McNulty

Congratulations Nolan you did it Huge thanks to all of Nolan’s teachers at BICS and Rockridge for getting him through this thing we call school. Enjoy your summer and the work force.

Carter Gaudet

Congratulations Carter on finishing your apprenticeship in Heavy Duty Mechanics and graduating from Fairview College in Alberta. Enjoy summer, racing dirt bikes and working in the mines

Kashton Ellis Hassan Ogden

I still remember the many days we walked to class together - your strong will preferring to hang out at home than go to school! Here you are off to SFU for Engineering, on your motorcycle at that. You have always been yourself - independent, curious, creative, and passionate about so many things Keep giving those amazing hugs and cracking those off-beat jokes. We love you to infinity and back. Mum and Dad

Colin Ritchie

Colin would like to thank his family and friends for their impact and support throughout high school. Next year Colin is heading out with his friends on a gap year and exploring options for his future.

Jack Hammond

Jack is looking forward to enjoying a year of work, travel and adventure before heading to the University of Victoria next year. So you’ll still see him around the island fishing, running, cooking, biking and jumping in the freezing ocean for a bit longer.

Jack is determined, hard-working, fun-loving, curious and open-minded and we are so excited to see where life takes him next. So proud of the way this guy embraces life and lives it to the fullest - congratulations Jack!

Toby Bell

Toby we are so incredibly proud of you! You didn’t just survive high school, you flourished. You have grown into a wonderful person - creative, smart, kind, caring, witty, empathetic, determined. Above all else, you’ve so brave, being true to yourself at a time when being different is so very hard I cannot wait to see who you become out in the real world. Best of luck studying Funeral Services at Mount Royal University!

Elsie Alia Sage Ogden

You have gone from being an observant, creative, pink-obsessed dancing queen, always stuck to Mama, to a graceful, highly aware, sensitive, funny and brave adventurer on your way to McGill in Montreal! What a fantastic city to embark on the next phase of your explorations. We are so excited for you You’re going to love it Love love and so much more love, Mum and Dad.

Devon Ritchie

Devon would like to thank his friends and family for expanding his horizons and helping him become the person he is today. Devon is taking a gap year to travel with his friends, and eventually looks to begin his career in the film industry.

Radek Pelzer

Radek is taking a gap year to travel with friends and will eventually become a first responder.

Shelby Jennings

Shelby has had many amazing adventures and experiences during her 17 years on Bowen Island. Now that she’s finished secondary school, she’s ready to explore the world on her own. University is next on the list.

Bowen Island will always be her home, and she’s grateful to her family and friends for their support. She wishes her fellow graduates the best of luck with their own post-secondary adventures.

Taya Moyls Brokenshire

As she transitions into a post-secondary education at the University of British Columbia for a Bachelor of Science, Taya will look back fondly on her memories of growing up on Bowen Island. She would like to thank the community on Bowen deeply for their kindness and support, specifically her teachers at BICS who inspired her to always be curious and encouraged her learning at a young age. She also extends her gratitude to Tir-Na-Nog Theatre School, Penrhyn Singing Academy, and Kelly Konno Dance Studio for allowing her to cultivate and express her artistic passions.

Roxanne Pedley

Roxanne Pedley would like to thank the staff at Bowen Island Community School, and Rockridge Secondary for helping guide her through the past 12 years. She would also like to thank her parents for their support and amazing friends for laughs and encouragement. Roxanne plans to travel to Australia and Southeast Asia for a gap year

The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.

Frank David Rappard Mayo

You may not have made it to the grad photo opportunity, but you pulled it out of the recesses of your nether regions and graduated from high school, with a gold cord draped over your shoulders no lessjolly well done! The world needs good men who are kind, emotionally intelligent and Good Eggs You have all these qualities and more. Go be fabulous, Bing Bong. Mummy, Daddy and Phoebe love you xxx

Natalia Denis-Lay

Natalia, congratulations on finishing high school with such strength and determination! You truly are ready to leap into the next chapter of life, and your family couldn’t be more proud of you. Stay kind, thoughtful, clever, and funny as you discover the world, and we can’t wait to see where your journey goes. Next step, Sociology at University of Victoria

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SophieHeringa

An Alcuin College Graduate, and Convocation Keynote-Speaker, Sophie will attend UBCVancouver FacultyofScience, Science One.Sophie is anominee for the BC Excellence Awardand Schulich Leader Scholarship,nominated for heroutstandingacademicachievementsand community contributions, as aRead-Along Mentor, RoboticsCoach,UBC Geering-UpInstructor, andforLeadership Academyfundraising. Shewas selected acrossCanadabyThe Walrus Lab: Youthfor Youthseries to host herown podcast episode, “Youth in STEM: ADiscussion on theClimateCrisis.”

And… Sophie is aNational winner of the TundraTechnical Solutions 2024 Women in STEM Scholarship award.

We’resoproud of what an incredible person youare, youraccomplishments and yourbeautiful nature.

CongratulationsSophie! xo

BeckMorissette

Congratulations Beck on your graduationfromRockridge with Honourswith Distinction! What an epic year full of fun events,stronggrades,activeparticipation on thegradcommittee, and likely your fav -winning SpyvsSpy!You trulymade the most of highschoolbyjoining theOutdoor Recreation andFASTAcademies,the soccer teamand leading/championing Ultimate. Your awardsfromRockridge reflecton who youare (Careand Compassion and Citizenship). You’ll likely continue to seeBeckjumpingintothe ocean, running solo marathons,campingduringsnowstorms andtakingonnew and unexpected challenges.Itiswonderfultosee you diving into lifeasfully anddeeplyasyou do for Ultimate. Lookingforward to seeingwhat is next andwhereyou decide to go -Gap Year, travels,UBC,McGill… Watchout world! We love youXOXOXOXO

Malcolm Carruthers Den Hoed

Malcolm(andourfamily)movedtoBowen from the RockiesduringCOVID so he took a fewyears to find his groove at Rockridge. But“easily distracted by his devices”and masked strangersinthe classroomeventuallygaveway to friendships on the ferry, theatre lab, France and outdoored. trips,startingabusinessineconomics,and graduating HonourswithDistinction! Congratulations! Malcolm is taking agap year to explore potentialcareerpaths and deepen his connection with Bowen. Youmight seehim workingasanassistantfor BICR summer camps, and he hasworkedatBarcelonafor twoyears.Ifyou arelooking fora smart, compassionateand hard-working youthto join yourBowen teaminthe fall,Malcolm is keen to roll up his sleeves: he says outdoor non-screen work is preferable!

Leland Haas

Leland will be takingagap year with the focusonmusic and travel and beingwith friends.The Accountingprogram is definitely apossibility butthe love and pursuit of musicmustbethoroughly exploredfirst! Leland hasworkedhardoverthe years and hascollaboratedwithmanynew friends and interests. With receivinghonourswith distinction last year and focusing moreon your musicthis year,hehas showndiverse talents and is always eagertolearn somethingnew.I thinkhemay be remembered in high school forhis senseofhumourwith the teachers, althoughI thinkitcould definitely be his hair!I want to thank everyone who hasguidedLeland along the way, anda HUGE shoutout to the teachers,admin staff, and everyone at RockridgeSecondary from the bottom of my heart.

Congratulations Leland! Neverstop learning, growingand exploring alllife has to offer.Love, Momand Dad.

PS:Istill have absolutely no ideahow you left home last minute and stillmade the ferryevery morning.

Callie Brougham

Congratulations to Callie Brougham for graduatingCapilano University with aBachelor’s of Artsand Interdisciplinary Studies degree along with an OutdoorRecreation diploma. Callie is offtothe UBCTeachersDegree PrograminNelson in September. We aresoproud of you Callie and excited to come visityou in Nelson

Kate Atkinson

Kate plans to attend Queens University this September. She wants to thank her parents for being so great.

Isabella Windeler

Congratulations to our daughter on graduating from Rockridge Secondary with Honours with Distinction. She will start her studies this Fall in Kinesiology and Business at Bishop’s University in Quebec We are proud beyond words of her accomplishments both academically and personally as we send her off into the world equipped with kindness, perseverance and integrity. Love Mom, Dad and Robert

Paige is travelling to Europe in the fall after which she will attend Blanche Macdonald School for nail tech Then UVic fall of ‘25 for Business. All your doors are open, Paige! Congratulations, Love Mum + Dad!

Piper is looking forward to traveling to Thailand in the fall and experiencing life beyond high school. The world is yours to explore, Piper! Congratulations, Love Mum + Dad!

Piper Muriel Tweten

Paige Violette Tweten

Makena Coker

As Makena graduates, her family is so excited to see how she will continue to make them proud and truly amazed Makena is always kind and true to herself. Whatever Makena does, wherever she goes we know that she will do it with integrity. We are so proud of you Makena!

Michaela Schaly

I’d like to thank all of my family for supporting me through everything these past 18 years. I am very nervous and excited to start my new journey at Vancouver Community College studying jewelry art and design. Michaela graduated Honours with Distinction. She received the District Authority Scholarship for Outstanding Achievement in Automotive Technology 12.

Chloe Collins

Chloe has just wrapped on five years at Rockridge Secondary School and was previously a graduate of BICS Chloe is heading off to UVIC this Fall to study Humanities and Film, which will be followed by her plans to travel the world to meet new people, learn about different cultures - their customs, traditions, food and languages.

Chloe has worked hard, which earned her Honours with Distinction. Chloe also had a lot of fun and met some amazing people, she is surrounded by a great group of friends that look out for each other.

We are very excited for this next phase of Chloe’s life Her positive energy, quick wit, love and support and most of all, her singing in the shower, will be greatly missed.

Saxon Coker

As Saxon is off to high school we are excited to see him grow Saxon is kind, grounded and chilled out. We are proud of you Saxon! Enjoy high school.

Rhys Manning

Rhys! You’ve been burning the candles at all ends - school, soccer, work, play… getting the most out of life! As was said at the Grad banquet, your class went to Rockridge “normal” for a year, then two years of COVID, then a semester system year, then back to year long courses. You’ve been resilient and adaptable… overcoming, and thriving, no matter what life hands you. You are an amazing kid - smart and fun, kind and brave – and becoming an amazing man. And now you are off to Halifax, maybe the biggest change of all. We will miss you so, so much, Rhys, but are excited for you and your next adventure!

Rhys and his family have been blessed with patient and generous teachers and school administrators at Bowen Children’s Centre, BICS and Rockridge. Thank you all so much, for taking care of our boys

Message from incoming IPS Head of School Brad Carter

Dear Class of 2024,

Just a week after I landed back on Bowen Island after nearly a decade away I’m buzzing down Carter Road to Island Pacific School on my e-bike – in a suit. Having escaped from my jacket, my tie streams out behind me like a banner in the wind. Even as I dismount, it still seems to dance about excitedly while I untuck my right trouser leg from my sock and slip my pack off my shoulders I remove my helmet, flatten my hair, and retrieve my wayward tie. Buttoning it under my jacket, I give my lapels a firm tug as if to say to the tie, “Behave now!”

Jennifer Henrichsen, our assistant head of school, calls out from the front entrance, “Welcome back! You’re looking sharp!”

“Masterworks presentations start today!” I reply, unable to hide my own excitement. “Wouldn’t miss this for the world.”

And I truly mean it I returned from Tokyo a month before my official start date of July 1, just to catch your Masterworks presentations.

Now Island Pacific School isn’t a jacket-and-tie place, except, as I believe, on Masterworks days. My suit is my way of showing you respect for all the hard work you’ve put in during your time at the school.

Masterworks, you know too well, maybe, is the school’s capstone project and a graduation requirement. You’ve been mentored by faculty and expert advisors leaders in their fields through a year-long self-selected, self-directed body of work that you’ve now publicly presented and defended at the end of your Grade 9 year. Some of you chose to write 30-page research papers, like “An Evaluation

of Extended Reality in the Classroom.” Others of you set up businesses, like bizzr T-shirts (@bizzrthreads on Instagram). Some of you created works of art, like the animated short film, “Donut.”

Whatever you chose, completing a Masterworks project is a significant achievement in your life, one you might not experience again until university or well into your first jobs It’s one of the key reasons I came back to serve this school.

I’ve been fortunate to work in and on schools around the world, and I can say, reasonably objectively, that Island Pacific School is one of the best. Who could turn down the opportunity to work with such curious and courageous young people such as you?

There are 327 students before you who have also met the challenge of a Masterworks project and graduated from Island Pacific School. And I take my bike helmet off to all of them. But to the 17 of you who make up the class of 2024, I have a special note:

At Island Pacific School, we say that school is where you learn how to take your seat at the table, so to speak, where people talk about the so-called Great Conversations, the big questions about how we live and grow together on this planet Earth. You’ve shown that you deserve that seat and that your contributions will be important.

Congratulations, graduates. I’m honored to be here with you. The world, wherever it takes you next, will be a better place with you in it

Sincerely,

SCHOLARSHIP SEASON

Whether you’repursuing adegree, certification, orspecializedtraining, the BowenIsland CommunityFoundation canhelp fund your educational aspirations. Learnersofall ages withties to Bowenare encouragedtoapply

Last year,25students pursuing post-secondary education and training infieldsranging from nursing and kinesiology to the electrical trade received financial supportthrough BICF scholarships and bursaries and the Knick Knack Nook Scholarships program,totalling$66,500

bowenfoundation.com/grants/scholarship-and-bursary-application/

- Brad Carter Incoming Head of School

Brad Carter will take over as IPS Head of School in the fall following the departure of Scott Herrington. We’ll have more from a conversation with Brad about IPS, returning to Bowen Island, and his travels and education experiences around the world in next week’s issue. / Alex Kurial photo

Congratulations to the Bowen Island graduating young adults and their parents. Your rootsonthis island are deep.Growing up from early ferry rides, deadlines, the late tripshomeafter school and activities forming your character. You may travel farand wide, and when yougoout on alimb hold onto a branch and remember where your home rootsare. Best wishes to all of youinyour endeavours.

Sheila, Bowen Barber Shop

We have been buildingcommunities, neighbourhoods, andhomes onBowen Island since 1988.

Congratulations to theGraduating Classof2024!

Scholarship Secrets from Hudson Stiver & Community Foundation

HENRY CAMPBELL

Bowen Island Community Foundation

You might be worried about going away to university/college/trade/art school and, to be fair, there is a lot to worry about. The Bowen Island Community Foundation wants to make taking the leap just a little bit easier for you

“How?” you ask. By offering up a cornucopia of scholarships and bursaries (“cornucopia” is a bit strong perhaps an “ensemble”). We’ve recruited Hudson Stiver, university student and a past recipient of the Aaron Sluggett Memorial Scholarship, to shed some light on the situation.

How did winning the scholarship help you?

Winning the Aaron Sluggett Memorial Scholarship helped immensely during my first year of university, in a time where every dollar counts. Using the scholarship to contribute to my tuition allowed me to funnel more time into my academics It allowed me to focus on understanding new expec-

tations that were different from what I had experienced in high school. Being able to focus on my school allowed me to take full advantage of the classes, extracurriculars, and opportunities that my university had to offer, rather than focusing on meeting my tuition and living costs It lifted what would’ve been a weight off of my shoulders, and allowed me to thoroughly enjoy my first year of university

Was it difficult to apply?

I found it incredibly easy to apply to the Community Foundation’s scholarships It was easy for me to provide a community reference and a transcript with my high school grades, which meant that two-thirds of the process was already completed By dedicating a couple of hours establishing my connection to Bowen Island, I was able to create my applications for two community foundation scholarships over one weekend of work

What would you say to anyone who is on the fence about applying?

Go ahead and do it! The applications are easy to complete and by putting in a couple hours of work you could ease your financial stresses during your first year of university

Any words of wisdom for someone entering their first year at university?

My best advice would be to make the most of every experience. Some people might feel a bit nervous when embarking on a new experience, but it is important to know that

there are so many people in the same boat. By taking advantage of the opportunities your institution has to offer, you can create bonds with like-minded people and establish lasting friendships. First-year goes by quickly, and by taking the opportunities that come your way you can ensure that you look back at that year with a sense of fulfilment rather than a sense of regret

You can apply on the BICF website up till the deadline at 11:59 pm on Friday, July 5.

Many nights at Snug Cove Field it’s less about the final score (though the Shakers did earn kudos for their 16-6 win over the Brewers on Monday) and more about the experience of an evening at the ballpark. Part of the fun is the excitement of our handy helpers, the Bowen kids who eagerly sprint to every foul ball and home run which leaves the yard in order to 1) claim bragging rights as fastest kid at the field and 2) collect a nice bit of change which can go home to a piggy bank or, often more immediately, up to the General Store near the end of a game. Monday was a prime night to be at the park - in addition to a flurry of foul balls which made it over the fencing, each of (L-R) Mike V, Eric Michener & Doug Durrant served up the always enticing home run ball (James Winckler added one for the Brewers too), adding to their team’s score and causing a stampede of kids rushing for the $1.25 reward. The change box was very light by the time the night finally ended, and the scorekeeper considered himself quite lucky he didn’t have to start issuing IOU slips / Alex Kurial photo

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Friday, June 21

National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration

Ceremony including dancing, drumming, and special guest performances. Begins at 1 pm at the Eagle Gathering Stage at the Hearth Gallery.

Saturday, June 22

Mount Gardner Exhibit Opening

5 pm at Bowen Museum See Page 3 for full details.

Sunday, June 23

Bowen Nature Club Hike

Join Alan Whitehead for a vigorous hike along the north flank of Mount Gardner from Bluewater to Killarney Lake. Approximately 5 to 6 hours long Bring a lunch and water. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy hiking shoes or boots Meeting place details will be provided to all registrants before the event. Please register at least 2 days before the event at bowennatureclub@gmail.com

Sunday, June 23 (& other dates)

SKY Hangouts

Drop in at the Cottage on Cardena Drive: We will be offering a welcoming place to stop in for a coffee, tea and a treat while visiting with fellow seniors or friends From 1 to 3 pm Hangouts also June 25, 26, & 28, same time and place

Monday, June 24

Regular Council Meeting

Meeting takes place at 1 pm at Municipal Hall, or follow along live on the Municipality’s YouTube page

Tuesday, June 25

Community & Career Services at the Library

Drop in to see an Community Integration Service specialist and/or a WorkBC Career Advisor Community Integration specialists help people access financial, housing, and health

supports, government programs, disability assistance, and more. The Career Advisor helps with resumes, cover letters, interviewing, job searches, job market and education advice. 11 am to 2 pm Come drop-in at the Library Flex Room bipl.ca/workbc & bipl.ca/CIS (Last one until September)

Tuesday, June 25

Science of Happiness Public Talk

A talk on the Science of Happiness from a Buddhist Perspective. Topic is ‘Bringing Everything Together into a Practice of Peaceful, Kind and Gentle Minds, to Benefit Yourself and Others’ Class taught by Denise Fitzgerald, takes place at Bowen Court (1070 Miller Road) from 7 to 8 pm, drop-in for $12. Everyone welcome, write denisefitzgerald23@gmail.com to learn more.

Wednesday, June 26 & Friday, June 28

SKY Walks

Meet at 10:30 am at Quarry Park for a walk through Headwaters. Both walks same time & place.

Saturday, June 29

BookFest Sale

The Friends of the Bowen Island Library presents BookFest, a large sale of quality used books, happening at the Bowen Library Annex and plaza area. All proceeds benefit the Bowen Island Public Library. 10 am to 4 pm

Saturday, June 29

Carmina Bowena Concert

Spring into Summer with Carmina Bowena, Bowen’s a cappella chamber choir, with their favourite songs from the Renaissance plus a a few modern surprises. Show begins at 7:30 pm at Tir-na-nOg Theatre. Tickets $25 at Cates Pharmacy and at carminabowena.ca

Monday, July 1

Canada Day Reimagined

Canada Day Reimagined is an all-ages community event for Bowen Islanders to celebrate community, reflect on our

Notice of Open Water Swim Event

Tunstall BayJuly13th, 9:30am -11:30am

TO THE BOWEN ISLAND BOATING COMMUNITY:

SwimBowen’s annual CancerCarefundraising event will host 75 open-water swimmers along with acrewof watersafety marshals in kayaks, paddleboards and zodiacs on Saturday,July 13th between 9:30 and 11:30. To ensure everyone’ssafety,wewould be ever so gratefulifboaters (and boat launchers) could avoid the south end of Tunstall Bay during this time. Additionally,if you can relocate any boats moored in the area for that 2-hourwindow,we’d be doubly appreciative, as that will help us provide aclear line-of-sight between course-marker buoysfor swimmers and safety marshals. If you have questions or concerns, please email us:swimbowensociety@gmail.com

With Oceans of Gratitude!

The SwimBowen Team

cultural and colonial heritage, and explore what it means to be Canadian today! Join the event at Bowen Island Community School from 11 am to 2 pm.

Tuesday, July 2

Lego Launch Party at the Library

Drop in between 1 to 3 pm at the Library Annex for a Lego and bridge-making launch party for Summer Reading Club! Ages 5-12 – Family members and guardians welcome No registration needed. See all Summer Reading Club events at bipl.ca/SRCevents

Saturday, July 6

Lumberjack Show

Bowen Island’s 8th Annual Logger Sports Show at Veterans Park Breakfast with Mr Tube Steak starts around 8 am, elimination events go about 9:30, and full competitions kick off around 11. Tickets $10 at the gate, kids under 12 free Busses all day between the Cove and Park, by donation. Still seeking some volunteers and competitors, please visit www.bowenloggingsports.com to learn more.

Sunday, July 14

Songwriting Workshop at the Library

Free Songwriting Workshop with Bowen-raised Sarah Jane Scouten. Sarah Jane will share her long-honed knowledge of crafting songs, earning her four Canadian Folk Music Award nominations. Runs from 12 to 2 pm. All ages, levels, and genres of songwriter welcome, whether you’re new to songwriting or have written songs before. Please register at bipl.ca/song

SATURDAYS

Farmers Market

The Bowen Island Farmers Market is back for the summer. Come say hi to all the vendors and check out all the food, crafts, clothes, & more at Bowen Island Community School. Market runs from 10 am to Noon.