Investigation reveals details into ferry striking moored boat
INCIDENT TOOK PLACE ON FEB 2
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KELLY Glacier Media
A Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) investigation into a BC Ferries vessel hitting a docked boat at Snug Cove on Bowen Island has revealed more details about what happened.
A video taken on Feb. 2 around 7:30 a.m. shows the Queen of Capilano vessel departing from Bowen Island and colliding with a moored boat at the Bowen Island Marina shortly after setting sail.
The boat subsequently slammed into the dock, causing significant damage to the structure. The ferry was taken out of service later in the morning and held at Horseshoe Bay until the evening.
In an email on Feb. 20, a TSB spokesperson said the incident has been classified as a “class 5 occurrence.”
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Equipment issues and weather conditions caused ferry crash
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That’s where the incident is not subject to a comprehensive investigation followed by an investigation report However, these types of occurrences “are recorded in suitable scope for possible future safety analysis, statistical reporting, or archival purposes,” the statement said.
A summary of the incident stated the “accident collision” caused a minor degree of damage
There were 34 people on the ferry at the time.
“The passenger ferry reported touching the wooden dock structure and docked pleasure craft, while departing the ferry terminal at Snug Cove, Bowen Island, B.C. due to high wind gusts and issues with the control of the azimuth thrusters,” said the summary.
Azimuth thrusters contain propellers that provide steering and rotation on ships and other vessels
After reproducing the azimuth control issue during a later departure from Snug Cove, the Queen of Capilano returned to Horseshoe Bay where the joysticks were replaced and successful sea trials were conducted
BC Ferries said its internal investigation is still ongoing “to understand the contributing factors and the role that weather and mechanical issues may have played.”
“As always, we will continue to cooperate with TSB and other involved parties to take forward any learnings,” said senior communications advisor Shiryn Sayani.
Boat damage
After the boat was hit, the ferry was captured on video leaving and not stopping.
At the time, BC Ferries said: “We are investigating whether this was due to wind conditions, a mechanical issue, or a combi-
nation of factors.”
Bowen Island resident Brittany Yu said her classical Grand Banks yacht bore the brunt of the ferry collision.
She viewed the video from the incident and said the impact was quite significant.
The Queen of Capilano’s stern smashed through the boat’s cabin, tearing off railings, shattering windows, and crushing the door and its frame.
“We are on our boat a lot in the summer We sleep on the boat, we do big trips, we spend a ton of time on our boat,” Yu said. “I certainly don’t feel safe in that spot anymore, and we’ll be looking into alternative spaces where that’s not a risk factor.”
Response time
In an interview with the Bowen Island Undercurrent back when the incident occurred, Bowen Island Mayor Andrew Leonard did have questions about the timing of the Feb. 2 events
“The biggest issue for myself was that it took a few hours for BC Ferries to respond directly to that incident, and it seemed to be their response was a result of having reported it,” said Leonard, noting he sent video and photos of the collision to BC Ferries leadership early that morning.
Yu reported the incident as a hit-and-run to RCMP
“I think it’s quite disappointing that they left the scene,” she said. “Having a ferry run into something is really unsafe, so obviously that has to be taken care of on their end.”
According to the TSB, a class 5 occurrence investigation can, in some cases, result in a safety letter highlighting a safety issue.
“The collected data is entered into the modal database and an extract of the database is published,” said the TSB’s website.
The Queen of Capilano seen on video running into boats at the Bowen Island Marina the morning of Feb. 2 (above). Brittany Yu’s boat, Kowloon, was heavily damaged as a result of the incident (below).
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BowenActivities
Thankstoeverybodyfor sharingtheirstories andphotos forthis issue! Despiteour production daybeingaday early this week,thanksto you we have anice localrange of music, sports, film andart to catch up on. There’salsoa new communitymembertomeetatthe Library, andabit of birthday fun too.
Speaking of the Library, last weekend there wasaveryinterestingtalk by Islander Vince Beiser aboutthe currentstate of mining and where this industrycould be headinginthe future. It wasafull housetohearabout the impact this vital source of resource extraction hasonour planet,with athorough Q&Aand discussion period afterwards. While this hasbeenthe case for alongtime, it’s always encouragingtosee areminderofhow environmentallyaware the communityisand how much theycareabout both ourisland andthe planet as awhole
Another activevenue on Saturday wasour localLegion, whichhostedthe Tropic Like It’s Hotdance partywith DJsBig Rube andMAD Mike Matters. Thesenightshavebecome must attend events and area greatway to inject some warmth and fun into a wetand grey Winter day(whichSaturdaymostdefinitely was). Theweekend afterthisone also features afull Legion lineup with Karaokeand acomedy show- takea look in the calendar forall the details.It’sahot spot to be!
Beforetoo long we will be turningour clocks forward and launchingintoSpring. The last few days have shown us that Winter is not goinganywherewithoutafight,however I would venturetosay that mostofusare ready for longerdaysand ariseintemperatures. Spring is firmlyinour sights nowat just three weeksaway!
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The latest comic creation from Art Club! The After School Program group of 6 to 10 year-olds meets weekly to explore a different art style or element of the artistic world, guided by guest artists and mentors The next session of Art Club! begins April 1, and this year kids will prepare to enter pieces in the Bowen Island Art Tour! at the end of May.
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FINDING THE RIGHT BALANCE
On Friday, February 21 Bowen
Island High School Gymnasts represented Island Pacific School at the Sea to Sky High School Gymnastics Championships at Argyle Secondary School with award winning results. Mischa Laroche (left) placed 1st on the Balance Beam, 3rd on Floor, 4th on Vault, and 8th on Bars to give her a 3rd All Around Placing in the Level 2 Jr. Girls category. Juha Park (right) placed 9th on Floor and was 11th All Around in the Jr Girls Category. Both Mischa and Juha qualified for the BC High School Gymnastics Provincial Championships in March. Congratulations! / Lisa Brougham, Bowen Island Gymnastics
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Conservation ServicediscussesBowen cougar
ALEX KURIAL Editor
The BC Conservation Officer Service says the cougar which arrived on Bowen last summer hasnot done anything to warrant removal from the island.
“This is not athreshold that we are even close to, or have any reason to believe thatwewillreach anytime soon,” said Conservation Officer Service (COS) inspector Simon Gravel on Monday. He explained reports indicate the cougar has behaved as expected since arriving, huntingwildlife such as deer and avoiding hostileencounters with humans. While there have been several sightings of theanimal, by its nature the cougar has kept largelyout of sight.
Butthe big cat has proved controversial, andhas been the subject of many complaintsfromresidentstoCOS over the past few months. Last monththe municipality penned a letter to the province’s chief conservation officer requesting a meeting with COS todiscuss the cougar’spresence. The combination of feedback promptedGravel’svirtual appearance before council this week.
The inspector acknowledged thatcougarsare generally viewed negatively by people when the animalfinds itself near apopulated area. “Cultural tolerance of cougars is very well knowntobe very low in every community… For some cultural or historic reason, thepresenceofa cougar isalways alarming for people. Iunderstand that andcan have empathyfor that,” said Gravel.
“However it’s important to notethatcougarattacks on humans areextremely rare. Having thepresence of acougar on the landscapeitselfisnot necessarily athreat to residents and the public,” addedGravel.Hesays whena complaintis made to COS, the organization assessesthe risktothe public when deciding next steps.This judgementisweighted more toward officers’ experience and knowledge of theanimal
in question rather than how thecomplainantfeels about the situation.
“Our assessmentofthe presence of this threat… and the perceptionoffear that the residents may have– it has to be acknowledged that maybethere’s agap there. If Ihavea cougar in my backyardI can be alarmed,Ican havesome fearand concern. Butthe assessmentofaconservation officer needs to determine what thepresence of this cougar reallyrepresents in terms of risk and publicsafetythreat,” said Gravel.
Nor, said Gravel, is it theservice’s role to influence how animals move through local environments. “We cannot respondtoany alarmingpresence of wildlife by destroying this wildlife,orcapturingand moving andtraumatizingit and playing with theecosystem.”
“Youcan expect cougarsand bears and predators on BowenIsland. It’s not something the COS can shelter Bowen Island from, it’s not ourroleand responsibility,” says Gravel.
That said, he explained there is lotswhichpeople can do to adapt to living with predators. In thespecific case of the Bowen cougar, advice includes caution when heading out on wooded trails and to travel in groupsifpossible.Parents should talk to their children about what to do if they see acougar,and try to avoid having kidsplay alone outside.
Petsshould be on leashes whileout walking and in a fenced, supervised areaathome, whilealsocominginside at night.Moretips for safelycoexisting with cougarscan be foundinthe ‘StayingSafe Around Wildlife -Cougars’section of theprovincialgovernment website. Youcan also learnmoreonthe WildSafeBC website.
“It’s theresponsibilityofeveryonetoeducatethemselves, wherever you live in BC, aboutthe challengesand what you can do to live with wildlife,” says Gravel.
Regarding what behaviourcould lead to an increased response by COS, Gravel said factorsinclude if the cougar
Cougars arethe largest bigcat in the country, howeverseriousconflicts between the felineand humans areveryrare. /WildSafeBCphoto
movesits hunting locations from the forest intopeople’s backyards. So far the cougar has kept itshuntstowooded areas,includingacougar cache found in the northwest area of the island. Other escalating incidents couldinclude property damage,entering homes or occupied buildings, or attacksondomestic animals or humans.
“Ifthere’s signs thatlead us to believeand knowthatthis animal represents an immediate threat to public safety, you canbereassuredand certain thatwewillrespond and take immediate action to mitigate thatrisk,” said Gravel.
Anyone witnessingunnatural or aggressive behaviourby the cougar or anywildanimalisurged to contact COSby calling1-877-952-7277.
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BOWEN ISLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
Bowen Library is pleased to welcome our newest staff member, Kelly Woods.
Kelly has joined our team in the parttime role of Children and Youth Services Coordinator on a grant funded twoyear contract. Kelly is a Bowen resident with over 12 years of experience as a librarian working in Lower Mainland public libraries.
Kelly began her career as a children’s librarian and is excited to return to children and youth services here at Bowen Library.
As a public librarian Kelly’s background includes program delivery, community engagement, budget oversight, collection development and team supervision Kelly will be reaching out to community organizations supporting children, youth and families, and will be front and centre at the library helping patrons at the desk and supporting programming for children and youth.
We look forward to working with Kelly to expand and improve services for children and youth over the next two years and hopefully beyond.
Kelly Woods and “Hazelnut the Rabbit” getting ready for Storytime. / Tina Nielsen photo
Metro Vancouverites react to 5.1 magnitude earthquake
ELANA SHEPERT
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Shaking from a 5.1 magnitude earthquake startled many Metro Vancouverites early Friday, Feb. 21 afternoon
Earthquakes Canada says the tremor struck an area about 60 km west of the city of Vancouver and 35 km west of Squamish just before 1:30 pm on Friday. While the department hasn’t received any reports of damage, they said shaking was “lightly felt” across the Lower Mainland.
The tremor hasn’t caused a tsunami threat to B.C., according to the National Tsunami Warning Center.
Vancouver Fire Rescue Services wrote on social media that it hasn’t received reports of calls, damage or injuries related to the earthquake. However, it will continue to monitor the situation and reminded locals to be prepared for earthquakes.
Vancouverite Daniel Pierce tells V.I.A. he was working from home when he felt the rumble.
“My wife and I both felt it and our dog started barking. It was exciting, we wondered if another one would hit. So we immediately packed our bug-out bags in case we had to leave in a hurry.”
María García lives in the Kitsilano area and tells V.I.A. she was sitting on her bed when she felt the rumbling.
“I was sitting on my bed when all of a sudden my bed, desk, walls - basically everything - started to shake. It lasted for about two to three minutes. It was accompanied by a low-pitched groaning sound - almost as if the earth was yawning - although the sound was probably my house being like what is happening!”
Aliya Hussein was working in North Vancouver when she felt the quake.
“The whole building where I work was shaking. I thought my brain was playing tricks on me until my co-worker said she felt it too,” she tells V.I.A.
“I was not too scared but a little startled.”
Melissa Mesidor tells V.I.A. she’s used to shaking as she lives near a train, but this felt different.
“It felt like the whole house was slowly swaying from side to side, with a deep, rumbling sound. Being new to the coast, it was the first time we’d ever felt anything like it. [It was] definitely weird,” she explained.
The Maple Ridge resident added that her golden lab kept snoozing away on the couch throughout the shaking.
Kathy Coles lives in North Vancouver and said she was quite alarmed after she felt a second shake.
“It shuddered once and I thought, ‘Oh my God what was that! Did a truck hit this building? And then after the second shudder, I knew it was an earthquake,” she tells V.I.A.
“I have a lamp on a table that was shaking back and forth and I’m on the third floor. It was quite scary.”
Coles said she went into her hallway and a neighbour told her they could see windows shaking across the street in another building.
Heinie Enslin tells V.I.A. he was away from his desk while working in a second-floor office in Burnaby when he started to feel the tremor.
“I started feeling the floor reacting to, what I thought was a delivery truck backing up into our wall However, I saw that the computer monitor started to shake and realized this was more serious. The thought occurred to me that this might be an earthquake tremor and [was] confirmed when I heard the question come from my colleague’s cubicle. They asked if I also felt the tremor,” he explained.
“It didn’t last very long - perhaps 15 to 20 seconds - but I felt it strongly enough to set my sights on my escape route. Then the wait started to see if any further, perhaps larger tremors would follow.”
Vancouverite Ajay Sharma says his initial thought was that there was an accident across the street at a construction site.
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The location of the earthquake which struck on Feb. 21. / Earthquakes Canada
“This felt like a dropping sensation as opposed to the traditional swaying,” he tells V.I.A. “Then I felt anxious... the uncertainty of what may happen. Is it a precursor to a bigger earthquake?
“I really felt as though we aren’t truly prepared for the big one as I saw neighbours running into the street. It was certainly uncomfortable and unnerving. I truly don’t feel as a municipality we are prepared for a disaster situation.”
New Westminster resident Jessica Craig says she felt it and was afraid about a possible bigger earthquake.
“I think the first (thing) that comes to mind is, ‘Is it leading to the big one?’” she tells V.I.A. “Then... I really have to pack that earthquake kit with supplies.”
Tammy Morris is the owner of Be1 Fitness in Mount Pleasant and said she was sitting on the floor of the studio when she felt the “whole building shake.”
“I instantly thought that they must be drilling underground for the Broadway Corridor SkyTrain so I went and looked out the window and when there was no work being done, that’s when I realized it was an earthquake,” she tells V.I.A.
Emergency Info BC recommends staying calm if you feel shaking and for you to drop, cover and hold on. Once the shaking stops, count to 60 before getting up. You should also put on protective shoes and clothing as soon as possible Aftershocks are possible following any earthquake.
The department also advises that you check for unstable objects and other hazards above and around you. If you smell gas or rotten eggs, leave the building immediately. Call 9-1-1 or your gas company’s emergency phone number.
The B.C. government has instructions online for building an emergency kit and a grab-and-go bag.
A ‘Trust Me’series history
SHARI ULRICH Contributor
For those who have been regular attendees of the “Trust Me” concerts, or regular readers of ourfaithfulUndercurrent, you mayhave read similar words frommeover the past decade that Ihave beenpresenting shows on Bowen Island,but some things bear repeating.
The series was inspired by abi-monthly Songwriters-in-the-Round event I’ve beenproducing and hosting for 30 years (at theRoundhouse for the past 20) for the Songwriters Association of Canada. Iamoften including songwriters who are potentially unknowntoVancouveritesand it took many years to build up the trust with audiencesthat they didn’t necessarily need to be familiar with the writers to have athoroughly enjoyablenight of songs andstories and make inspiring new discoveries.
That invitation to trust me was thespark to to invite friends I’ve madeindecades of touring, to come to Bowen for asleepover andperform aconcert in the small but warm andwelcoming Tir-na-nOgTheatre at atime thatJack andJulie werejust starting to invite the communitytouse thetheatre.
Iwas also inspired to do so as away to thank the presenters andaudienceswho have cre-
ated opportunities formeto perform in their Community halls,art galleries, theatres and homes across Canada. Because bringing music and performing arts into one’s community, is goodfor everyone!
Though Idon’t take anyfunds from the door from theshows,the reward of watchingarapt audience of my friends and neigboursfall in love withthe artists, andthe artists swoonoverwhat agreat audience we are,isthe best!
So… to thatend, on Feb.28at7:30 pm at Tirna-nOg Theatre, Iampresenting anew-to-me, hailing from Vancouver Island and founded in 2017, The Unfaithful Servants. They havedubbed themselves as a“newgrass” band, blending traditional folk,rootsand bluegrass intosomething altogether different.
Theirmusicianship is worldclass withgreat original songs and irresistible harmonies. Trustme-an eveningofmusic and the uniquethrill of experiencingmusicians whoare so passionate about their artform, is an excellent antidote to the worries of the world.
As usual, PhoenixBookshas tickets(please bring cash) or youcan get them on lineattrustme.tickit.ca (a Canadian ticket company andwecoverthe fees). And feel free to show up at the door if you decide at the last minute!
And of course, there’s cookies! Cookiesand music? It doesn’tget any better than that!
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BowenDeath Care film screening
LORRAINEASHDOWN Bowen Death Care
Acouple of months ago, the newlyformed Bowen Death Care held ourfirst public event. We organized aDeath Café where folks came to share their thoughts and feelings aboutthe one universal condition us humans undeniablyshare -our own mortality. There was plenty of good energy, wonderfulconversation and many listening hearts in the room.
Our nextevent will takeplace at the BowenIslandPublic Library on Sunday,March 9, from 7to 9:30 pm. We will be showing Stephen Jenkinson’s remarkable film,Griefwalker.
Stephen Jenkinson is aHarvard trained theologian and at one point in his career, he was the leader of apalliative care counsellingteam at Mount Sinai Hospital in Toronto. Jenkinson has been at the bedside of over 1,000 dying people andhesays what hesees, over andover, is
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“a wretched anxiety andanexistential terror” even when there is no pain.
As aresultofhis accumulated experience, he has made it his life’s mission to change the way we die -“to turn the act of dying from denial and resistance intoan essential part of life.”
Bowen Islanders are invited to come and watch the screening of this moving and thought provoking National Film Board documentary. Part of our mandate, as Bowen Death Care, is to assist individuals andfamilies by providing endoflife education and support around theconversation aboutdeath and dying with the utmost care and compassion.
The screening is by donation and we would love to seeyou there.Please RSVP us at bowendeathcare@gmail.comasweonly have space for 50 people. An optional discussionfor anyone wishing to stay afterthe film is available.
‘Weare all,justwalking each other home…”- RamDass
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Thursday, February 27
Movie Night at the Library
Come watch Radioactive (2019), a dramatic biopic about Marie Curie, in honour of International Day for Women and Girls in Science this month Runs 1 hour, 49 minutes Rated PG-13. Drop in, no registration required. Starts 6 pm. Come a little early and grab a comfy chair From director Marjane Satrapi (PERSEPOLIS) and starring Rosamund Pike as Marie Curie, chronicling her groundbreaking scientific discoveries alongside her husband Pierre. bipl.ca/movies.
Friday, February 28 & Saturday, March 1
The Tempest Bard on the Rock presents Shakespeare’s comedy the Tempest, directed by Graham Ritchie. Remaining shows are Feb 28 & March 1, both 7:15 pm at Cates Hill Chapel. Tickets are $25 and available at Cates Pharmasave
Friday, February 28
Trust Me Series Performance
The Unfaithful Servants play at Tir-na-nOg Theatre at 7:30 pm. Find out more about the show on Page 9. Saturday, March 1
French Conncections at the Library
Drop in and join us to practice your conversational French, and get to know other French language learners on Bowen Island! The focus is on beginner and intermediate speakers From 10:30 to 11:30 am bipl.ca/French
Saturday, March 1
Men’s Shed Meetup
Bowen Island Men’s Shed will be gathering at Collins Hall from 11 am to Noon. There will be some displays available as conversation starters. Complimentary coffee/tea. Men of
all ages (or who identify as male) are welcome.
Saturday, March 1 & Saturday, March 8
SKY Mahjong
Come and play Mahjong at the Seniors Cottage on Cardena Drive. 1 to 3 pm, RSVP info@skyonbowenisland.ca
Saturday, March 1
Judi Gedye Open House
Come and chat with Bowen Island Councillor Judith Gedye from 3 to 4 pm at Collins Hall.
Tuesday, March 4
SKY Hangout
Drop in at the Seniors Cottage on Cardena Drive. We will be offering a welcoming place to stop in for a drink & visit with friends. Both hangouts 1 to 3 pm.
Wednesday, March 5 & Friday, March 7
SKY Walks
Both walks meet at 10:30 am at the Bowfest Field. Wednesday’s walk will be followed by a social lunch at the Pub at Noon. RSVP to info@skyonbowenisland.ca for lunch.
Thursday, March 6
Scottish Country Dancing at Tir-na-nOg Come try out Scotland’s social dancing. Beginners welcome, runs 7 to 9 pm. Contact alison.imbriaco@gmail.com
Saturday, March 8
Intro to Emergency Support Services
This free course is ideal for anyone wanting to know about ESS, and for those who may be interested in helping evacuees in the case of a disaster. At the Main Fire Hall at 1045 Miller Road from 1 to 4 pm Register by writing to ESSresponder1@bimbc.ca or phone 604-803-3130.
Saturday, March 8
Karaoke at the Legion
Come sing your favourites at the Legion on Karaoke Night. From 7:30 pm to Midnight, members & guests welcome
Sunday, March 9
Comedy Night at the Legion
Comedy Misfits stand-up tour from 7 to 9 pm 19+ event, tickets available at the Legion for $20.
Sunday, March 9
Bowen Death Care Film Screening
Griefwalker will be playing at 7 pm at the Bowen Library. Free entry, find out more about the event on Page 9.
Tuesday, March 18
Bowfest AGM
Join the Bowfest Committee’s Annual General Meeting at 6 pm in the downstairs area of Doc Morgan’s. All Islanders are welcome to join and share their opinion about this year’s festival.
WEDNESDAYS
Storytime at the Library
A free, drop-in program of stories and songs for 2-4 yearolds and their caregivers! 10:30 to 11 am bipl.ca/storytime
THURSDAYS
Babytime at the Library
A free, 30-minute drop-in program of songs, books, and rhymes for babies 0-24 months and their caregivers! Starts at 11:30 am. Join us afterwards, at 12 pm, for a casual baby & caregiver social hour in the Annex. bipl.ca/babytime
Thursday Art Group
Join the Thursday Art Group (TAG) at Collins Hall to see what’s new. Meetings from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm For further information please contact shannonrondeau@shaw.ca
