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An evening of art at Artisan
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Galleries open their doors for Summer’s Eve event on August 12
Get out and about for a chance to win prizes for yourself and your community
Tour and presentations draw a crowd interested in sustainable living choices
Grafton dam project moves ahead Increased water supply may trigger further changes SUSANNE MARTIN CONTRIBUTING WRITER
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bicycles or kayaks will continue to access the terminal through the ground level village gate and will continue to board and disembark the vessels via the main car deck,� the press release says. “Entry through the village gate will be restricted using a newly installed security feature that will require customers to use a unique PIN code available from the foot passenger ticket agent at the time of ticket purchase.� The Undercurrent has sought to
here are a number of projects and services that island residents would like to see moving ahead. But the municipal coffers contain limited funds and the pros and cons of each project, as well as how many people it affects, have to be weighed, says Brent Mahood, CAO of the Bowen Island Municipality. But one project, the increase of water storage in Grafton Lake, has green light. “We had a report about the Cove Bay Water System done a number of years ago. It indicated that during a drought period, there would not be enough water to service everything,� Mahood said in an interview. “It is not an emergency type situation but it’s a position where the storage in the lake needs to be improved to service the existing users to have a totally reliable water supply, no matter what the conditions are. I think it’s a one in ten years drought situation.� Having more water would not only be good news for existing users, it would also open the doors to potential development. Mahood said, “It was identified that we need to improve the storage for the Cove Bay Water System to the existing storage licence that we have on Grafton Lake. That would increase the quantity of water that we’re able to store year-round in a way that would allow us to service a higher number of users. This will allow enough water to be able to match the potential development of this area, Belterra for example. In Belterra’s application, they put their proposed rezoning at around 30 units on their property. This number is not equivalent to single family dwellings but [with the increased capacity] it would be no problem servicing them or other potential development in the area.�
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The upstart Diggers talk strategy before the championship final against the Firemen. The digging crew, who went on to hammer the Red Guys 20-6, are led by three sets of brothers: the Woodward boys, Adam and Tom, are identical twins, the Dawson boys, Morgan and Michael, are twins and look identical but claim they’re not, while the Cowpers, Dangerous Dan and Matt, are a few years apart and yet look remarkably similar. Story on page 7. Marcus Hondro photo
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s ferry passengers are aware there have been changes at Horseshoe Bay terminal which affect Islanders movement to and from the Queen of Capilano. By early July work had been completed on the new pedestrian overpass and on a new locking system to the lower level gate. B.C. Ferries put up the pedestrian overpass because of safety concerns. A July 6 press release from the B.C.
Ferries Media Advisory said that “Safety is enhanced with the new pedestrian overpass separating customers from the vehicular traffic.� While that seems simple, changes to the lower level gates may not be and recently the Undercurrent heard passenger complaints about those changes. The lower level gates were previously open for any passengers who choose to use that route to go to and from the ship. In their July press release B.C. Ferries talked about the changes. “Foot passengers travelling with pets,
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This photo of Doug Mitchell was taken Sept. 2010, on a ride with winds 12-22 knots. Doug loved it although he lost his hat when the wind picked up. Martin Wedepohl photo
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n Thursday, Aug. 11, the body of Doug Mitchell was recovered from the waters around Bowen Island. As the Queen of Capilano neared Snug Cove, the crew spotted a body floating close to the ferry dock. Bowen Island RCMP was notified by the captain. With the help of Cormorant Marina water taxi, local RCMP detachment head Cpl. Don
Southern and Cst. Bryan Mulroony took care of the recovery. Cpl. Southern said, “The matter is now refered to the coroner’s department to determine cause of death. But the body was identified as Doug Mitchell and the family has been notified.” Mitchell had last been seen on Saturday, July 29, but friends had been holding out hope that the friendly islander would be found alive.
Commuter service may shut down MARCUS HONDRO CONTRIBUTING WRITER
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pany running the water taxi service that runs from Snug Cove to Granville Island and to Coal Harbour, will stay afloat past the next month and may be shut down before. The owner and operator of English Bay Launch, Mike Shannon, told the Undercurrent on Tuesday, August 9 that it is not a question of if but when the service will shut down. However, Shannon said he is “not in a position to comment” further at this time and he declined to go into the details of all of the issues facing the operation. Shannon did add that he’s been keeping his regular riders updated and that right now EBL is running on a “week to week” basis. His other business, Old School Marine, based in Vancouver, has been, he said, keeping this one afloat and that cannot continue. In a June Undercurrent story by reporter Susanne Martin, Shannon went on record as saying there are cost factors preventing him from breaking even, much less turning a profit. In that story he said that the company was “averaging 70 people a day for the two boats on the regular rides. But we need 100 passengers a day to break even.”
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CancerConnections honours islander Get walking to win prizes
The work [with CancerConnections] is so fulfilling. I always thought that I should thank them for letting me do it rather than receiving a prize.”
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hen Colleen O’Neil was invited to attend the ceremony where she received an award for her work with CancerConnections, she didn’t think it was a big deal. She even considered staying home, “I said to [my husband], ‘I don’t know, should we go?’” In the end, they chose to attend. There were about 75 people present and O’Neil, who was sitting in the back, expected that the majority of them would go home with a badge or a ribbon. But when her name was called for the National Citation of Merit, she found that she was one of only two to receive that honour in B.C. She said, “It was a complete privilege. I do a lot of different volunteer work that requires a great deal of effort but [working for CancerConnections] is just fun. I talked to a woman last night for an hour and she was so glad to have that conversation with me. By the time I got off the phone, I was so affirmed. I felt I was able to make a contribution to her journey through her cancer. That’s a great feeling.” CancerConnections is a phone peer support program sponsored by the Canadian Cancer Society. When somebody is diagnosed with cancer and would like to have someone to talk to, the cancer society will match them with one of their over 17,000 volunteers. O’Neil said, “[CancerConnections has] all the details of your cancer diagnosis documented, and not just the diagnosis but also, if you have children and what you are willing to discuss. For instance, you could discuss the physical aspect of your diagnosis and the intervention that happened. Some people want to talk about having cancer and having young children or teenagers at home. Some want to know about body image or sexuality. I put down my name for almost all of those.” O’Neil said, “People want to know what’s ahead of them, what the treatment might look like and how long the rehabilitation might take. They ask, ‘How long before I can get back to work, how long before I can look after
Colleen O’Neil receives the National Citation of Merit together with Leonard Schein. Submitted photo my children?’ And sometimes they want to know what the reconstruction looks like for me, now that I’m five years down the road.” O’Neil was diagnosed in December 2005. She had a mastectomy and breast reconstruction. The women O’Neil talks to always express gratitude. She says, “You can go to your doctor and get the facts but it’s hard to know, ‘How will I feel two weeks after this surgery? How will I look? How do I talk to my husband about this, and my kids?’ Lots of women and families expect that their kids will rise to the occasion and be really supportive. But realistically, teenagers and young kids tend to be a bit more self-absorbed until they get to a stage when they discover empathy.” There is another aspect to talking to someone who has cancer. O’Neil says, “A lot of friends expect you to stay positive about what’s going on. I think one of the reasons why I seem to do well with clients is because I really like to call it what it is. Depending on whom I talk to, sometimes I just say, ‘This really sucks.’ or ‘This is a really awful thing that you’re going through.’ And people are so relieved to hear somebody acknowledge that.” “When I was diagnosed, almost everybody I talked to said, ‘You’re going to be fine - just stay positive.’ There is a societal imperative to be positive around cancer - all the pink ribbons and all the enthusiasm and walks and marches. It’s one thing to be positive when you’re out at the other end. It’s a different story when you’re just getting into it, when you’re dealing with repeat biopsies, when you’re waiting for surgery, maybe radiation, then maybe
chemo. And people just demand that you’re upbeat and if you’re not, somehow they’re condemning you to a poor prognosis.” O’Neil says, “I try to let my clients know that they have a right to be sad and angry and depressed and that the people should support them around that. I am generally an upbeat person but I also acknowledge when I’m miserable. I’m able to name it, say it and feel it. And I let other cancer patients feel the same thing.” On average, O’Neil gets a client every two weeks. Some of them call once, others want to have an ongoing conversation and phone back up to five times. It helps that O’Neil has a positive personal story to tell. She says, “I am still cancer free after five years. And I’m able to say that the surgery didn’t hurt that much and that my breasts look pretty good - in a candle-lit room, you wouldn’t be able to tell the difference.” O’Neil has also witnessed other scenarios. She says, “I’m a nurse and I’ve worked with women who are dying of breast cancer. I know that there are lots of unhappy endings and lots of diagnoses are worse than mine.” In addition to talking to cancer patients on the phone, O’Neil has also been speaking publicly for the Canadian Cancer Society and its programs. She says, “I am honoured to receive the award. And the work [with CancerConnections] is so fulfilling. I always thought that I should thank them for letting me do it rather than receiving a prize.”
Places of Worship Welcome You
he B.C. Ministry of Health is sponsoring a six week program designed to get you and your family up and moving about to enjoy your community’s outdoors. An extra incentive is that you might win prizes while you improve your and your family’s health. The Healthy Families BC Walking Challenge started August 8 and will be going until September 19. It’s an online experience with a website — www. HealthyFamiliesBCWalkingChallenge.ca — where families are encouraged to share their walking experiences and map walks for others. A recent press release from healthy families says the more often you share your stories and maps, the better your chances are to win prizes such as pedometers and family packs. The big prize is a family trip within British Columbia — there are six such prizes — and when families share stories, photos and videos of walks, they also help their community win prizes. Healthy families has delineated five categories of B.C. communities based on size. The community in each size range that has the most submissions from families will win $10,000 to support the development of local walking trails. In addition, one of those five communities will win a random draw and receive an extra $50,000 in funding. Some of the Bowen Island’s popular walks include the Killarney Lake trail, the hike up to Mt. Gardner and the cross-island trail.
This popular trail leads up to Dorman Point. Marcus Hondro photo
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
BOWEN ISLAND UNITED CHURCH Rev. Shelagh MacKinnon Service and Sunday School: 10:30 a.m. Evensong first Sunday of each month 5:00 p.m. Minister of Music: Lynn Williams
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At Bowfest, the Conservancy will speak about conservation issues such as the Fairy Fen. Laura Koch photo
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he Bowen Island Conservancy will be attending Bowfest with a table displaying greeting cards of excellent images of flora and fauna representing our Pacific Maritime Ecozone. We will also feature nature art cards and posters that represent the beauty of Bowen Island and surrounding areas. The conservancy directors and membership will be available to speak to you about conservation issues, such
The Write Stuff. The Undercurrent encourages reader participation in your community newspaper. You must include your full name and a daytime phone number (for verification only). The editor reserves the right to edit for clarity, legality, brevity and taste.
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Here’s how. To submit a letter to the editor, fax 604-947-0148 or mail it to #102, 495 Government Rd., PO Box 130, Bowen Island, BC V0N 1G0 or email editor@ bowenislandundercurrent.com. B.C. Press Council. The Undercurrent is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2. For information, phone 1-888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org.
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as the Fairy Fen Nature Reserve, and how to protect our unique island for the future. We are always looking for new members and encourage land owners to consider the merit of protecting land for conservation purposes. Please be sure to visit us and learn more about your environment and how it supports the biodiversity which is essential for ensuring a healthy planet in the future. Laura Koch Director B. I. Conservancy
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owfest is fast approaching and we are looking for interested Bowen folk to come and join the fun. We have spots open in the best legs competition. Due to popular demand, we are bringing this contest back! This is all about the males on Bowen, be they boys, fathers, young guys, old guys, grandfathers. Come on up (if you dare) and model your legs for an opportunity to win the prestigious title of Best Legs! Your life may never be the same! The best look alike contest is tailored to our many, many wonderful families on Bowen. The look alikes can be mothers and daughters/sons, fathers and daughters/sons, sisters, brothers, friends or whole families who
resemble one another. Ideas to improve your chances are to put your hair in pigtails, dress alike, paint freckles on everyone, you get the idea. The singer/songwriter contest invites seasoned and upcoming Bowen artisans to showcase their original music with the chance of winning some valuable recording time. If you are interested in being a part of any of these stage contests, please contact Yvonne at ymuzak@telus.net (604-7265277), or Katherine at foodies2@ shaw.ca by August 24. Let us know what you want to sign up for and you’re in! But please act quickly as spots fill up fast. We want to make sure everyone who wants to participate can. See you Under the Sea!
he compost event in Davies Orchard last Saturday was exciting and extremely informative. Many, many people helped and I would like to thank each and every one of you for your contributions. Only with eager and devoted volunteers can such an event happen and, hopefully, be repeated. Thanks also to our partners - the Knick Knack Nook, Zero Waste Bowen. Bowen in Transition, Bowen Agricultural Alliance,
This photo of the Bowen Bay parking area was taken Sunday, Aug. 7. The photographer asks: If we get a national park, where will the locals park? Erwen Smith photo
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lthough Bowen Neighbours Island’s population has grown immensely since Ross and I moved here full-time in 1986, it hasn’t lost some of its key ingredients. Friendliness and informality are mandatory here. I like the way islanders greet each other and say “ Good morning” even when they don’t know the other person. I appreciate that island hitch hiking is socially approved: I’ve met a number of island teenagers that way and always feel sorry when my car is too full to provide a ride. Island dwellers now have house numbers instead of being located by telephone pole number. And, we often give directions in unusual ways as in, “go to the building centre and then . . .” nd, then there’s the all important island language Yes, there is such a thing. Barbara Murray might have been the first person to put it in print some years ago. Her list included such phrases as ‘to town/into town’ which didn’t mean going to Snug Cove. Snug Cove is not ‘town’. ‘Town’ is a generalized term including North and West Vancouver and all citified points east and south but not north. ‘To the cove’ means literally, Snug Cove. The expression is ‘the cove’, not ‘the Snug’ as one new islander phrased it. The Snug refers only to the coffee shop by that name, located in ‘the cove’. Ferry language covers a few basic items. ‘It’s late’ This is often a negative but can also be a good thing depending. There’s also ‘On time’ This is sometimes worse than ‘late’ if you’re counting on it being late and it’s ‘on time’ ‘On time’ is mostly a wonderful and unexpected thing. ‘Overload’ Oh yes, this is something to be prepared for, especially during
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peak times. Never a good thing. ‘Dangerous cargo’ is the name of the Wednesday morning and afternoon ferry run that doesn’t carry passengers. Nope, no passengers of any kind. You’re stranded for a bit. ‘Overhead walkway’ means the upper deck exit from the ferry onto a lengthy covered walk that also includes stairs and escalators. It seems to have been designed to challenge the handicapped, the elderly or parents with a little ones in tow. • Ten Years Ago in the Undercurrents of August 3 and August 10: Andrew Robertson, project manager for B.C.’s new ferry and Deborah Dykes, B.C. Ferries Communications Coordinator, met on the Cap. with five members of Bowen’s Disability Coalition to discuss the ferry challenges for persons with impairments. Among points mentioned were: elevators between decks, emergency assembly located on the top deck, easy-to-open washroom doors, etc. The islanders felt that each of the proposed designs will be a signigicant improvement. • Local 10 digit dialing was about to be operative: everyone in the 604 region would need to reprogram their equipment prior to August 11 or risk disrupting data transmission: extensive directions followed.• A large 4 bedroom home, on five acres, with pool, garage, pond and fabulous western views sold for $ 699,000. • A major highlight in the Undercurrent’s August 10 issue was a witty and humorous letter from Stu Jamieson with details of the fabled conflict between earlier post office employees Ron Smith and Larry Reid. • Birthday Wishes for August 12 through August 25. Leading off are the August 14 honorees: Elisha Barker, James Strang and Emma Jane Reynolds, followed by the August 15 birthdays of Arthur Wolfe and Nairn Knipe. Next come the August 16 birth-
days of Jennifer McGowan, Hazel Willings, Danielle Dempsey, Evan Wansbrough and Robin de Zwart. August 17 is the birthday of Tara Meal, Teal Patterson, Liz Wright, Nigel Malkin, RCMP officer Greg Louie and Alex Gagne. Friday, August 18 is celebration time for Ann Zawadzka, Alec Turner and Benjamin ShatzkyGreenspoon. Tara Cole is the solo August 19 birthday but August 20 is the day for Gemma Rose and Angela Scouten. And, look at our August 21 birthday folks: Emily Ockeloen, Peter Boddy, Hans Behm, Candace Tisdale and Elizabeth Wright. Samantha Sanderson is our August 22 celebrant. On August 23, Karina Mills celebrates as do father and daughter: Giles and Juanita Cyrenne. Who is on August 25? Tom Riddell, Sean Patterson and Pero Ivanokovic. Happy Birthday to all! • The Last Word: As always, additions, comments and items of interest are welcome by e-mail to lbmcarter@shaw.ca or phone to 947-2440.
Hilary Butler and daughter Margaret sign up volunteers for this year’s race, Run for Rwanda on August 27, the morning of Bowfest. All proceeds for the race will go towards The Komera Project, an organization established by Margaret Butler to help young girls receive secondary education in Rwanda. The word Komera means to be strong and have courage. Lorraine Ashdown photo B O W E N I S L A N D M U N I C I PA L I T Y
Road Construction Saturday August 27, 2011 On Bowen Island, Bowfest Morning
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Qualified applicants are invited to forward a resume and cover letter by 4:30 p.m. on Monday, August 15, 2011 to: Kathy Lalonde, Corporate Officer Bowen Island Municipality 981 Artisan Lane Bowen Island, BC V0N 1G0 FAX: 604 947 0193 email: klalonde@bimbc.ca The Municipality wishes to thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
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farmers’ market Sat., Aug. 20 9 am to noon @ library lawn • produce • home-baked goodies • music • kids’ table • FUN! • All island growers welcome! • Tables $5 (kids free) Put Bowen on your own plate, in your own way, at your own place. info: elle.glave@BowenAgAlliance.ca, 604-833-4638
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Emily Allan and Lauren Spear are a local singer/songwriter duo. The have performed at numerous events including the IPS fundraiser with Said the Whale this May. On August 17, they will provide the musical backdrop for the screening of the documentary film Winning America at the Gallery at Artisan Square. Lorraine Ashdown photo
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he Gallery @ Artisan Square invites you to a special screening of the film Winning America on Wednesday, Aug 17, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Directors Brent Hodge and Thomas Buchan will attend and speak about the experience of making the movie.Musical guests are Emily Allan and Lauren Spear- also known as Fawnfare. Winning America is a CBC documentary that follows Vancouver
band Said the Whale on the adventure that is their first American tour and their quest to win over festival goers at the biggest music and arts festival in North America with West Coast melodies and lyrics referencing Stanley Park and English Bay. It chronicles the high points and the low points of the journey and the difficulties of a small Canadian group to make it in America. Please come out for this free event that is suitable for all ages. For more information call 604-9472454.
Lake near Palace is one of the pieces featured in Paysages. Art by Gregg Simpson
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s part of the Summer’s Eve at Artisan Square celebration on August 12, Coastal Patterns Gallery is hosting an opening reception for Paysages—Travels Through the Landscapes of France by Gregg Simpson. From 7 to 9:30 p.m., you can enjoy canapés while viewing paintings and drawings inspired by two regions in northern France: the Côte de Granite Rose in Brittany and the forest of Fontainebleau outside Paris. The channel coast of Brittany drew Simpson’s attention because of the fabulous rock formations found on the Côte de Granite Rose. These formations also inspired many of the compositions by noted surrealist artist, Yves Tanguy. In the forest of Fontainebleau, the tradition of painting plein air (out-
doors) began in the mid-19th century with the Barbizon School and artists such as Théodore Rousseau and Jean-François Millet. Later in the century, Monet, Renoir and the other Impressionists were inspired by the forest landscape, particularly the unusual rock formations and dense foliage. “When I saw the same landscapes that inspired artists like Tanguy and Rousseau, I really began to understand their work better,” states Simpson. “I was also inspired to create my own responses to these landscapes. The works in Paysages are the result of these explorations.” Paysages runs from August 10 to September 3. Coastal Patterns Gallery is located at Artisan Square, for information call 778-997-9408. At the summer’s eve at Artisan Square celebration on August 12, all the galleries at Artisan Square will be open to welcome Bowen art lovers.
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Diggers usher in a new era MARCUS HONDRO CONTRIBUTING WRITER
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t was an historic baseball weekend in the Bowen Fastpitch league as the youthful Diggers, once the gang that couldn’t hit straight – or hit at all – finished their journey from chumps to champs with a 20-6 drubbing of the Firemen in the final of the year-end tourney. The win marked their first championship in franchise history. “It feels great, just great,” longest serving Digger Ralph Fleming said, standing on Snug Cove field with jubilant teammates Sunday evening. “I just kept coming back year after year and we finally did it.” The 60-plus Fleming can now officially forget about the season: the team finished 0-22 with one tie. While pitcher Adam Woodward was a workhorse on the mound, the win belonged to the team’s bats. In the deciding game the Diggers hit six homers – or was it seven? - against fire lads Mike ‘the Cannon’ Carachelo and Phil ‘Philbert’ Wood, the best pitching combo the league has known. Though not on this day, they weren’t. “They wanted it bad and they worked hard and played really great baseball,” Wood said after the handshakes were done. “They deserve to be the champs.” Dan Guillon and Morgan Dawson each clubbed two home runs and veteran Dangerous Dan Cowper and league batting champ Aaron Johnstone – who hit an astonishing .760 during the regular season – hit one each. One of Adam or Tom Woodward might have gone yard, too, it was such an awesome display of power that keeping track wasn’t easy. The hits came throughout the line-up for the Diggers, who knew the winning history of their opponents and never let the foot off the gas pedal. The last time a club other than the Firemen or Twins were champs, some Diggers may have been in grade school. The youngsters and veterans embraced on the mound after the final out, picking up Fleming and dancing about as 250 fans cheered. “It’s nice to see a different team win,” fan Mara Brenner said. It was especially sweet for first baseman Reg Norris, for years a Fireman, who opted this year to sign with the Diggers. Norris had his own cheering section, led by Spencer Grundy and Big Jim Gibson, who for the deciding game put up a
sign reading ‘The Reg Zone’ in right field. The affable father of three has won back to back championships with different teams, likely a first in league history. While the final was a blow-out, the tournament was hard fought and all six teams managed at least one win. It was a disappointing tourney for the Cruisers, who made the final last year but this time, along with the Celtics, were out after round robin play. Cruiser Brian Park, this year’s winner of the Best Senior Award – also called the Celtic Award - injured his ankle badly but the latest injury report (from his wife) said it wasn’t broken. Though hobbling, he’s back to work. The Twins continued a decline, losing in the semi-finals to the Firemen, failing for the second year in a row to find that magic formula that has seen them, literally for decades, make comeback after spirited comeback to win tourneys. The team has mostly stayed the same for years - never needed new players before - but that may now change. Meanwhile, the Shakers remain a club that cannot get over the hurdle and Glen McGregor, in the league since day one, was again left on the outside looking in. McGregor pitched brilliantly though, as did Steve ‘the Mound of’ Baskerville, but they lost a close one to the Diggers in a semi-final. A Shaker highlight was the play of talented American actor, Sean Tant. Ball season over, Tant now returns to New York. The Celtics, league doormats, had 12 of 13 players over 44 just 2 years ago but now have six under 25. A homer by Amos Rosen in the tourney, the great defensive play of 17-year-old phenom Jackson Miller and Ben ‘Roo’ Roocroft’s continued journey to quality ballplayer, suggest better things in the future. Celtic Mike Lightbody had one of the league’s cutest fans cheering for him. “My Daddy played really good,” said Jo Jo Bucklesnort, 5. This year, the unprecedented number of rain cancellations and postponements due to the Canucks playoff run made for the most make-up games in the league’s 26-year history. But in the final analysis, the season was about the changing of the guard to the Diggers, the team that came, saw and, many, many years later, conquered. And finally, unconfirmed reports say veteran Cruiser pitcher Eddie Weismiller, 65-plus, will announce his retirement this off-season. “It’ll be about the seventh straight season he’s retired,” teammate Greg Bosworth said. “Isn’t that a league record?” It is.
Adam Woodward fires a pitch at catcher Tom Woodward as a Firemen batter readies to swing.
Fans cheer for first baseman Reg Norris in the ’Reg Zone.’
Applause for the Diggers.
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owen in Transition sponsored the first annual sustainability tour on Saturday, August 6. We had a full busload of islanders and one passenger from the mainland who were eager to learn about including more resiliency and sustainability into their lives. Participants were young and old, renters as well as home owners. We started with the composting workshop in the cove and tours of the heritage garden and Davies Orchard, ably guided by Karen Wristen and Maria Fleetham. Morganne Keplar and Maureen Witney had organized a number of displays and experts to answer questions about composting. After boarding the bus, our first stop was on Deer Walk where Rob Forbes shared his enthusiasm and expertise about keeping chickens and bees. Rob mentioned that keeping chickens “puts you in a good mood.” The importance to have bees to pollinate our fruit trees was especially felt during this year’s unseasonably cold spring. After a quick stop for lunch in the cove, we headed across the island and community school coordinator Sarah Haxby shared her experience about the edible learning garden at BICS. She stressed the value of the composting and recycling programs at the school. With 317 students, the composters get a lot of use. The school is currently looking for additional community volunteers who are able to help the kids learn more about gar-
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Participants of the Sustainability Tour get a tour of Davies Orchard led by Mariah Fleetham. Susanne Martin photo
dening, composting, recycling and stewardship. The students will be at BowFeast on August 20, bringing seeds, plants and enthusiasm. On the west side, we first visited the Ruddy Potato garden where Kim Howden, manager of the Ruddy Potato organic garden, spoke about the importance of building soil, composting, and harvesting rainwater as key components. This year, the Ruddy Potato garden has made contributions to the BowFeast in a box program that provides 10 island families with fresh produce from May to October. In the future, Howden hopes to include more permaculture aspects into the design and maintenance of the garden. We left with a gift of kale seeds as a reminder of our visit. Next stop was Island Springs, the home of John Hoover and Carol MacKinnon, where we learned about raising trout. By examining an anemometer mounted in a 60-foot-pole, we looked at the feasibility of both wind and solar power. Early data suggests that solar makes more sense than wind power at that particular site. Still on the west side, we visited the home of Kellie Rapley and Paul Stratford. The straw bale home was constructed ten years ago and Bowen Island Volunteer Fire & Rescue has provided a family of five has Openings for New Members children and two adults with If You… both function> Are over 19 years of age. > Live and work on the island. > Have a valid B.C. drivers licence. > Are willing to undergo a criminal background check. > Are available and willing to be called out at any time. > Are willing to undergo training for First Responder Medical situations, as well as firefighting. Then you may be interested in joining our team and serving your community. Applications may be obtained by dropping in at the Municipal Hall, or by calling 947-4255, or may be downloaded from the BIM website at www. bimbc.ca Completed applications can be dropped off at the Municipal Hall, or mailed to: Fire Chief, Bowen Island Volunteer Fire & Rescue 981 Artisan Lane, Bowen Island B.C. V0N 1G0. Applications must be received by 4:30 p.m. August 26, 2011. Only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. Brian Biddlecombe, Fire Chief
ality and beauty. Paul Stratford told us how the thick walls of his straw bale house keep the heat out in the summer and in during the winter months. And finally, we visited the home and farm of Jayson Hendyrsen. Jayson explained how hemp can be used as a sustainable building material. Jayson has also been welcoming summer help with the Willing Workers on Organic Farms program. Overall, it was a wonderful day of learning and laughter, and a growing sense of optimism and excitement seemed to emerge. We discovered what other islanders are doing and gained a sense of what we might do ourselves. We want to thank the many islanders who offered their expertise, time and homes for this tour. The 30 participants were very appreciative of the enthusiasm with which they were received at the various sites, as well as the thoughtful answers to their many questions. There is more information available and we encourage you to visit the Bowen Agricultural Alliance website to learn more about bees and chickens and the Ruddy Potato website to learn about the store and garden. The Bowen Island Ourselves has information on Bowen in Transition. We would welcome suggestions of what you would like to learn in order to live a sustainable, resilient and joyful life. Carol MacKinnon, Rob Cairns, Kim Kasasian
ur celebration of local eating and the harvest, BowFEAST 2011, is coming Aug. 15 to 21. And one of the best things about it is meeting island farmers face to face. Kim Howden is one who will be selling produce at the BowFEAST community farmers’ market Sat., Aug. 20, 9 a.m. to noon, on the library lawn. Kim manages the Ruddy Garden, a small-scale market garden on Sunset Road, which sells to the Ruddy Potato grocer (the garden is owned by Daniel Heald). She works with Karen Shea and Leah Serna. Here are some Q&A with Kim. How did you first get into farming? When I was as a little girl. Growing up, we never had a veggie garden of our own, but we had a greenhouse off of our living room that was my Dad’s place of relaxation. He didn’t grow food, but grew houseplants and flowers. I’d sit on the steps in the humid moist air of the greenhouse. I loved the smell and the way he’d tell me about what he was doing. I helped with potting up plants and watering all that was growing. It was my first inspiration! My first experience of growing my own food was in the summer of 1997. I was pregnant with my daughter Emera, and we rented a sweet little house in Southern Alberta with a HUGE garden of raised beds and a greenhouse. I was in heaven! So I spent my days in my bathing suit with my big pregnant belly, planting and growing and watering and harvesting. On the day Emera was born (Sept. 30 - right in time for harvest), my mother-in-law was canning bazillions of tomatoes. I was still learning about how much to plant for one family. From then on, almost every summer, we grew our own veggie garden. We moved to many different houses throughout the kids growing older, and let’s just say that almost each house was left with a brand new veggie patch upon our leaving. What’s your biggest challenge? It is at the same time the biggest
strength, and that is... the power of Mother Nature! She will do what she does, and if it calls for rain it can come in sheets as we know, or snow in April, or hail on new plants, or move quickly into cold nights in the fall and bring on the powdery mildew or blight. We follow the cycles, and step into the unknown - keep on growing for the love of it, as a way to contribute, stay connected and take responsibility for what we eat. And? Another challenge is that it’s pretty hard to make a living growing food. I have a lot more respect for farmers now than I ever have, as I’ve experienced the intense physicality of this work, and also understand the non-monetary rewards of it! What do you love about it? I love the wonder of it, and that it has nothing to do with me at all! I love that you can take a seed the size of a pinhead, plant it with love, and it manages to grow into a whole plant producing many more seeds than you started with! I love the feel of the soil and the ground under my feet. I LOVE getting dirty and mucky. I love the beauty of life buzzing in the garden - the hummingbirds whizzing by your head, the bees in the kale flowers, the satisfactions of pulling jewels of multicoloured beets and carrots out of the dark earth. What’s your favourite fruit/veg to pick and eat right in the garden? Take a new fresh kale leaf, walk over to the perennial arugula and pick a leaf, walk over to the spearmint and pick a leaf. Wrap it all together and pop it in your mouth! If the raspberries are ready, roll it up in the middle. Yum! BowFEAST is a project of the Bowen Agricultural Alliance (BAA), in partnership with Bowen Island Municipality, Bowen Island Community School and Bowen Island Community Recreation, made possible by a grant from the Municipality. BAA is a registered non-profit society supporting smallscale agriculture, promoting local eating and advancing food security on Bowen. Info: www.bowenagalliance.ca
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Consultants to determine appropriate financial tools continued, PAGE1 Mahood noted that the water storage in the lake isn’t infinite but the proposed measures would go a long way to improving water quantity and the municipality has initiated a study on the various options. Mahood said, “The study is done by a consultant to confirm all the policies. We need to look at who benefits from the work, who the potential users are and what are the prices for the systems. We are going to have them research the pros and cons of the different funding options. When a developer comes along, we would know how to evaluate [the project] and what kind of charges they have to pay to develop in the area.” This kind of background work is essential, Mahood says, especially since it also relates to the surplus lands. At this stage, the municipality is looking at several options. One is to fund the infrastructure for the surplus lands – and they likely would borrow money to do so. Or a developer would be encouraged to chip in to build the sewer and develop the water.
discover why a “newly installed security feature” was needed, the exact nature of the security issue, and how much it cost. On Wednesday morning, Darin Guenette, public affairs manager, said he was not able to provide those answers himself but could have them by the afternoon. He was not able to provide them, however, and on Thursday morning explained that the answers would be forthcoming, though not in time for this week’s paper. “Some of the answers I am waiting for are coming from the project management team that work on both the gate and the walkway,” Mr. Guenette wrote in an email Thursday morning. “And they were unreachable yesterday afternoon, and I do not expect to hear anything at least all morning as well. I will continue to work on getting what info I can, but it will obviously be for a future issue.” The new system is causing, some passengers say, inconveniences and challenges. Islander Susan Maclaren had polio when young and is “challenged” using stairs. She was accustomed to using the gates. With the new system, after leaving the ferry from the lower car deck, she now must take the elevator up, walk, and then an elevator back down. “You’re toast if you have to make a bus,” Maclaren said Wednesday. Further, the locking of the gates may be creating confusion for some and is making the walk from ferry to terminal longer. This reporter Roderick Fraser Clark was born on has seen commuters May 22, 1949 in Vancouver and died around the gate working the system and trypeacefully at home on Quadra Island on ing to get through. On July 31, 2011 after a 9 month struggle Wednesday afternoon with cancer. His parents visited Bowen an elderly couple tried throughout the 1930’s and 40’s. By the system, had difthe late 1940's until the early 1970’s the family, with ficulty with the code brother John, began to spend their summers on Bowen and returned to the at Woodlands and The Weavers’ Cottage. Alec (d. 2001) terminal for further instructions. and Kaye Clark (d. 1994) continued to live on Bowen The Undercurrent off and on until 1999. The Clark brothers, avid golfers, will report on the reamade contributions to the building of the Bowen Golf sons B.C. Ferries felt Course. Rod and John have very fond memories of their there was a security days on the Island! Rod is survived by his long-time issue surrounding the partner, Marcy Wolter, his daughter Calico Clark, her movement through the partner Guy Chartier, their son Gabriel, by his brother lower level gates, and the costs of the conJohn Clark and his wife Zoë Levitsky. A Celebration of struction of the gates, Life will be held at the Community Centre on Quadra upon receiving the Island on Sunday, August 28th at 3:30 PM. information from B.C. Ferries.
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108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES BE YOUR OWN BOSS with Great Canadian Dollar Store. New franchise opportunities in your area. Call 1-877-388-0123 ext. 229 or visit our website: www.dollarstores.com today COKE & CANDY Vending Route. Local Hi-Traffic Locations. Earn $40+ per year. Fast & Safe Investment Return. Secure Your FutureBe the Boss! Factory Direct Pricing 1-888-579-0892 Must Sell HOME BASED BUSINESS We need serious and motivated people for expanding health & wellness industry. High speed internet and phone essential. Free online training. www.project4wellness.com
Start Your Own Business w/ ZERO MONEY DOWN!
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GIBSON ENERGY is looking for Company Drivers for the Wabasca area. 2 years tank experience required. Camp accommodation provided. Apply online: www.gibsons.com or fax resume to 780-539-4426.
EDUCATION
AIRLINES ARE HIRING- Train for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified- Housing available. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance (877)818-0783
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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING
Every Saturday at 8:30am #215, 19358-96 Ave. Surrey NO reservations: 604-888-3008 www.dgscanada.ca Ask about our other Courses... *Stand up Reach *Fall Protection *Aerial Lift *RoughTerrain Forklift *Bobcat *WHMIS & much more. “Preferred by Employers INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. Locations in Alberta & BC. Hands on real world training. Full sized equipment. Job placement assistance. Funding available. www.iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853 MEDICAL OFFICE Trainees needed! Hospitals & Dr.’s need medical office & medical admin staff. No experience? Need training? Career training & job placement available. 1-888-748-4126. ONLINE, COLLEGE ACCREDITED, WEB DESIGN TRAINING, administered by the Canadian Society for Social Development. Learn web design from the comfort of your home! Visit: www.ibde.ca Apply today!
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The Lemare Group is currently seeking the following positions: • Hoe Chucker/Loader Operator • Boom Man • A Frame Dump Machine Operator • Grapple Yarder Operator • Hook tender • Boom Man • Chaser • 2nd Loader/Buckerman • 980 Dryland Sort Operator • Process Operator for the North Vancouver Island area. Full time, union wages. Fax resume to 250-956-4888 or email: office@lemare.ca. FLAGGERS NEEDED If not certified, training available for a fee. Call 604-575-3944 Flat Rate Technician required by Honda Auto dealership in Vernon BC. Competitive wage and benefits package and all that Okanagan lifestyle! gkitzman@sunshineholda.ca
FULL-TIME CERTIFIED Heavy Duty Mechanic required by Bailey Western Star & Freightliner. Experience in service & repair of trucks, trailers & equipment. Fax resume to 250-286-0753 or email: employment@baileywesternstar.com
Outgoing Individuals Wanted
Up to $20 per/hr F/T, 18+. Summer and permanent openings in all areas. Fun Promos. No Sales. No Experience, No Problem! Call Jemma at 604-777-2194 TRAFFIC CONTROL/LANE CLOSURE PERSONS REQUIRED MUST HAVE A VALID D/L AND OWN VEHICLE FOR WORK IN THE LOWER MAINLAND. FAX RESUME grasdald@telus.net or CALL 604-308-9838
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HELP WANTED
PLANT MANAGER Keltic Seafoods LTD. Port Hardy, BC. A full service Seafood Off-loading, custom processing and coldstorage Industrial Company. View full posting at: www.kelticseafoods.com. Email: gord@kelticseafoods.com PLANT MANAGER Keltic Seafoods LTD. Port Hardy, BC. A full service Seafood Off-loading, custom processing and cold-storage Industrial Company. bcclassified.com View full posting at: www.kelticseafoods.com. Email: gord@kelticseafoods.com
WANT A CAREER IN THE MEDICAL INDUSTRY? Medical Office & Admin. Staff are needed now! No Experience? Need Training? Career Training & Job Placement Available! 1-888-778-0459 We are still hiring - Dozer & excavator operators required by a busy Alberta oilfield construction company. We require operators that are experienced and preference will be given to operators that have constructed oilfield roads and drilling locations. You will be provided with motels and restaurant meals. Competitive wages, bonus and transportation daily to and from job sites. Our work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Call 780-7235051.
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604-777-5046
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ELECTRICAL
#1167 $25 service call, BBB Lge & small jobs. Expert trouble shooter, WCB. Low rates 24/7 604-617-1774 YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
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MISC SERVICES
GET RESULTS! Post a classified in 123 newspapers in just a few clicks. Reach nearly 2 million people for only $395 a week - only $3.22 per newspaper. Choose your province or all across Canada. Best value. Save over 85% compared to booking individually. www.communityclassifieds.ca or 1-866-669-9222.
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MOVING & STORAGE
1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. We move - We ship - We recycle. Senior- Student Discount available. 604-721-4555 or 604-800-9488.
329 PAINTING & DECORATING A-TECH Services 604-230-3539
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GREENHOUSE grower tropical plants. growing exp req. resume to wholesaletropicals@gmail.com ROCK REQUIRES two Heavy Duty Mechanics for work at various job locations across Canada. Must be experienced with hydraulic systems and CAT engines. Experience in Terex Redrill, Atlas Copco and Cubex drills preferred. Must have ability to work independently and diagnose problems. Competitive wage and benefits. Please send resume to resume@rcmi.ca or fax to (250) 828-1948. STRUCTURAL STEEL FITTERS required at Edmonton North Company. Lead Hand: $34.80/hour; 1st Class: $33.24/hour; Fitter: $31.68/hour; CWB FCAW: $31.68/hour. Fax resume: 780-9392181 or Email: careers@garweld.com
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HEALTH PRODUCTS
Bergamonte- The Natural Way To Improve Your Glucose, Cholesterol & Cardiovascular Health! Call today to find out how to get a free bottle with your order.! 888-470-5390
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AVOID BANKRUPTCY - SAVE UP TO 70% Of Your Debt. One affordable monthly payment, interest free. For debt restructuring on YOUR terms, not your creditors. Call 1-866-690-3328 or see web site: www.4pillars.ca
BANK SAY NO? WE SAY YES Consolidate or get your personal loan started with us. Up to $200K with low interest rate starting at 1.9%. Bad credit OK. Apply at www.etcfinance.com or call 1-855-222-1228 GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com If you own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS will lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1.800.587.2161. MoneyProvider.com. $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877-7761660.
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PETS
CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are Spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977 CHIHUAHUA long-haired female, $600; tiny male chihuahua pups, ready to go, $550. (604)794-7347 DACHSHUND mini dapple puppies, 9wks. 2 F 1 M 1st shots dewormed. $750. Deroche. 604-820-4763. ENGLISH MASTIFF. ckc, gorgeous brindles, M/F, vet check, shots, ready sept 27. $1500 604-858-6779 GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPS. 2 Male & 2 Fem. $550. 1st shots & dewormed. Call 778-863-6332. Golden Retriever pups, P/B, family farm raised, ready August 22. Males $600, female $650. (604)794-7434 Timbur6@telus.net NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com POM / CHI X pups, vet ✓, 1st shots, dewormed.Paper trnd, family raised w/children. $450. Ph. 604-532-8163 PRESA CANARIO P/B UKC $350 Special. Both parents approx. 120 to 150 lbs. Call 778-552-1525. PRESA CANARIO X puppies, born May 8, on farm, great temp $450. 604-855-6929 or cell 604-217-1346 SHELTIES beautiful loveable happy puppies, warm & cuddly, 4 months old. House trained. (604)826-6311 YELLOW LAB PUPS 2F, CKC reg. papers, all shots, dew claws removed,tatooed $700 (604)826-1088
Running this ad for 7yrs
PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $269, 2 coats any colour (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services. www.paintspecial.com
“ ABOVE THE REST “ Int. & Ext., Unbeatable Prices, Professional Crew. Free Est. Written Guarantee. No Hassle, Quick Work, Insured, WCB. Call (778)997-9582 MILANO PAINTING. Int./Ext. Prof. Painters. Free Est. Written Guar. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510 TIME4PAINTING We provide quality services at a exceptional price. No Job is to big or to small, increase the value of your home today. Call Ben for your FREE Estimate: 778-899-8362
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ALLAN Const. & Asphalt. Brick, conc, drainage, found. & membrane repair. 604-618-2304; 820-2187.
353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS GL ROOFING. Cedar shakes, Asphalt shingles, flat roofs, WCB Clean Gutters $80. 1-855-240-5362
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RUBBISH REMOVAL
bradsjunkremoval.com
Haul Anything... But Dead Bodies!! 604.
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Serving The Lower Mainland Since 1988
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ARCTIC WOLF/Husky X- Socialized, well tempered, paper/outside trained. $500. firm. (604)309-3774 BLUENOSE RAZOR EDGE 4 weeks old. $1250 obo. Call 604783-8607. BOUVIER PUPS wonderful family / farm dogs, home raised, loyal & loving. Black, brindles & dark blonde. $800. Call 250-486-6773. Email: sm.white@shaw.ca
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 509
AUCTIONS
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 548
FURNITURE
MATTRESSES staring at $99 • Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings 100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331
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MISC. FOR SALE
A FREE TELEPHONE SERVICE Get Your First Month Free. Bad Credit, Don’t Sweat It. No Deposits. No Credit Checks. Call Freedom Phone Lines Today Toll-Free 1866-884-7464.
Can’t Get Up Your Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift! Call 1866-981-5991
HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?
RED ENVELOPE - Unique & Personalized Gifts for All Your Friends & Family! Starting at $19.95. Visit www.redenvelope.com/Jewel for an extra 20% off or Call 1-888-4735407
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ACREAGE
20 Acre Ranch Foreclosures Near Booming El Paso, Texas Was $16,900 Now $12,900 $0 Down, take over payments, $99/mo. Beautiful views, owner financing, FREE map/pictures 800-755-8953
82.8 ACRES, 300’ lakefront, S Cariboo. Beautiful, pastoral, private, rural setting. Borders crown land. Adjacent 80+ acre parcel available. www.bchomesforsale.com/ view/lonebutte/ann/
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AUCTIONSource Glacier Beverage Co. Bottling line, office, restaurant equipment, Complete 750ml bottling line, SS tanks, forklift and more. View photos at: doddsauction.com
SAWMILLS from only $3997 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800566-6899 Ext:400OT.
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STEEL BUILDING SALE... SPECIALS from $5 to $12/sq. ft. Great pricing on ABSOLUTELY every model, width and length. Example: 30’Wx50’Lx16’H. NOW $11,900.00. End walls included, doors optional. Pioneer Steel Manufacturers 1-800668-5422.
BUILDING SUPPLIES
DO-IT-YOURSELF STEEL BUILDINGS Priced to Clear - Make an Offer! Ask About Free Delivery, most areas! Call for Quick Quote and Free Brochure - 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170.
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On the Calendar FRIDAY, AUGUST 12 • Youth Centre: 6 -10:30 p.m. Free food, free movies. Drop in. SATURDAY, AUGUST 13 • Movie under the Stars: at dusk at the Crippen Park festival field. Bring the family, blankets and lawn chairs. For info, see www.firstcu. ca. Concession provided by CAWES. • Summer’s Eve at Artisan Square: Evening openings at all galleries at Artisan Square, 7 to 9:30 p.m. • Heather Haley at Summer Dreams Literary Festival: 3:30 p.m. in Stanley Park at Lumberman’s Arch, on a panel exploring Bridging the Gap Between the Poetic Bard and the Minstrel. Moderated by Books On The Radio host Sean Cranbury. • Bowen Summer Market: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. on the boardwalk, info 947-0640. SUNDAY, AUGUST 14 • Bowen Summer Market: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. on the boardwalk, info 947-0640. • TNN Car Boot Sale/ Monster Yard Sale: the old gas station, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., sellers set up at 10 a.m. $10 per car/table, proceeds benefit REAL ESTATE 625
FOR SALE BY OWNER
HATZIC. LOVELY HOME 19 yrs. old. Large 3 bdrm., 3 baths. 3500 sq. ft. 10,000 sq.ft. lot. Excellent condition. View upon request. $474,700. Call 604-855-5826.
Tir-na-nOg Theatre School Society, donated items accepted day of the sale, contact Laura 947-2678 or email dreamtime@ shaw.ca, RSVP if you are bringing your car. • Drop-in Meditation Circle 7:15 p.m. in the yurt at 903 Windjammer. Call Lisa 9472246. MONDAY, AUGUST 15 • AA Meeting: Women’s: 9:15 a.m., Collins Hall. • Bowen Children’s Centre: Community Daycare, and B. I. Preschool, 947-9626. TUESDAY, AUGUST 16 • Legion: Open from 4-7 p.m. Tues., Wed. and Thurs. Drop by for socializing, pool and darts. • AA Meetings: Open Meetings, 7:15 p.m. Collins Hall/United Church. 604-4343933. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 17 • Special screening: Winning America - documentary about Said the Whale’s American tour. Directors Brent Hodge and Thomas Buchan will attend. Music by Lauren Spear and Emily Allan. Free event. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. • Weight Watchers: Collins Hall. 6:15-7:15 p.m. Info: Angie 947-2880.
4 bdrm South Facing Waterfront Vacation Cottage On Shuswap Lake! Lakeshore living At it’s Best!
VACATION COTTAGE 1-1/2 Story - 1200 sq. ft. Upper level - 3 bdrms Main level - 1 large bdrm Main bathrm, Open floor Plan - dining rm, kitchen and front room with dbl patio door access to Large deck - over 700 sq. ft. Large floating wharf - 660 sq. ft. 2 buoys, Firepit BACKYARD: Storage shed, grassy play area & fenced kennel.
Was $729,000:
NOW ONLY $679,900:
Email: dlklitch@telus.net For more details
WEBSITE:
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THIS WEEK ON BOWEN • Local Landscapes: new show at the Gallery at Artisan Square. Open Wed. to Sun. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Bowen Island Library: Hours: Tues., Fri., Sat. 11 a.m.5 p.m.; Wed. 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Thurs. 7 a.m.-1 p.m.; Sun noon4 p.m. Closed Mondays.
Mortgage Help! Beat bank rates for purchases and refinances, immediate debt consolidation, foreclosure relief, and equity loans. Free, fast, friendly, private consultations. Call 1-888-685-6181 www.mountaincitymortgage.ca
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ANTIQUES/CLASSICS
AUTO FINANCING
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SUITES, LOWER
1BR Basement suite. Sullivan Hts S u r r e y. I n c l u d e s , h e a t , h y d r o , cable&insuite washer/dryer! No smoking,partying,pets. References required.$700.Ph. 604-596-7370 MISSION, 1 BDRM, BRIGHT, CLEAN, ABOVEGROUND, PRIVATE ENTRANCE, UTILITIES, LAUNDRY, $800. RANDY OR CLANCY 604-826-6547
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FOR RENT Gorgeous detached Studio $500 + 1/2 hydro/month. Bowen Bay Area. Call 604 9479169
Joignez-vous à nous pour savoir comment vos commentaires ont contribué à orienter l’élaboration du concept de parc révisé et pour en savoir davantage au sujet de la réserve de parc national qui pourrait être créée sur l’île Bowen.
821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 1990 PORSCHE 911 CARARA 2 COUPE - in pristine cond. guards red over blk. leather, 6 spd. manual, local. $21,995 (604)328-1883 2002 TOYOTA RAV 4, 40.000 km, well maintained, $8,950 obo. Phone (604) 870-4724. 2003 HONDA CIVIC, 4 dr, auto, alarm, A/C, tilt, p/l, 100 km, $5,600 obo. 778-895-7570. 2011 TOYOTA Camry LE, grey, 8,000 kms. auto, factory warranty. mint, $19,800 incl tax.778-895-7570
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MOTORCYCLES
2005 YAMAHA’s Nicest Cruiser!! Midnight Star Custom 1700cc. Pristine cond! dealer serviced, not on road til 2009, very low km’s. $8475. 778-888-6805, 778-837-6577.
Le jjeudi 25 août 2011 à 19 h 00 École communautaire de Bowen Island 1041, Mt. Gardner Road, Bowen Island *les portes ouvrent à 18 h 30, une présentation aura lieu à 19 h 00.
Saturday August 27, 2011 Information Booth at Bowfest, Bowen Island
Le samedi 27 août 2011 d’information Kiosque d’in K formation à Bowfest, Bowen Island
Wednesday, August 31, 2011 at 7 pm Clubhouse at Gleneagles Golf Course 6190 Marine Drive, West Vancouver * Doors open at 6:30, presentation at 7 pm.
Le mercredi 31 août 2011 à 19 h 00 Clubhouse à terrain de golf Gleneagles 6190 rue Marine, West Vancouver *les portes ouvrent à 18 h 30, une présentation aura lieu à 19 h 00.
For more information, please contact us or visit our website: Pour plus de renseignements, veuillez communiquer avec nous ou visiter notre site web : Tel/Tél: 604-666-9643 Email/Courriel: bowen@pc.gc.ca www.parkscanada.gc.ca/bowen www.par rkscanada.gc.ca/bowen g / www.parcscanada.gc.ca/bowen www.parcscanada.gc.ca/bowen
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Join us to hear how your feedback shaped the development of the Revised Park Concept and learn more about what national park reserve lands could look like on Bowen Island.
TRANSPORTATION
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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
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TRUCKS & VANS
The Scrapper
2006 TOYOTA TACOMA, single cab, 2 wh. dr, 4 cyl auto, shrt box, 121km, $7,900 obo. 604-812-1278
MARINE 912
Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022
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SCRAP BATTERIES WANTED We buy scrap batteries from cars, trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 each. Free pickup anywhere in BC, Min. 10. Toll Free Call:1.877.334.2288
1995 CHEV SILVERADO ext’d cab, long box, cd, mags, running boards, full loaded, new boxliner, exc cond, AirCared, $2200obo. 604-308-9848 2005 MONTANA SV6, loaded, Onstar, 7 pass., new front rotors & brakes. Mint. $7500. 604-812-1278
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2 SMALL OUTBOARD MOTORS WANTED. Looking to buy 6HP 15HP. Motor does not have to be running, but must be in nice condition. Will pay cash. 604-319-5720 BOSTON Whaler 285 Conquest Twin Mercury Verado 225’s Extended waranty till 2013. Tripple axle galvanized trailor. 545 hours. Terrace.BC. e-mail djvr@telus.net CAD 114 000
RECREATIONAL/SALE
1978 FRONTIER MOTORHOME, 23’ low mileage, good condition $3900 obo. Call 604-857-9430.
HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS
www.dannyevans.ca
Concept p de p parc révisé – séance d’information
• abstracts and distracts: Artwork by Claudia Schaefer at the B. I. Library. Runs until Sept. 20. Open during library hours.
RARE OPPORTUNITY: waterfront property on beautiful Jim Lake, 0.83-acre with 360 sq ft insulated cabin, located near Green Lake/Watch Lake. Rare privacy, only three lots on the lake, good fishing for rainbows to 10 lbs, nice swimming, surrounded by crown land. Great trails for hiking, ATV and snowmobile. Seasonal 10-km back road access in 4x4 or pick-up. FSBO. $230,000. 250-395-0599. (Please see bchomesforsale.com/70mile/frank.)
Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley
Revised Park Concept Info Session
• Paysages: new show inspired by landscapes in France by Gregg Simpson, Coastal Patterns Gallery at Artisan Square, open Wed. to Sun. from noon to 4 p.m. or by appt.
MOBILE HOMES 1, 2 & 3 BDRM $46,900 - $74,900. Lorraine, Royal Lepage 604-889-4874.
MORTGAGES
Évaluation de faisabilité pour la création d’une p réserve de parc p national à l’île Bowen
* Doors open at 6:30, presentation at 7 pm.
• Knick Knack Nook summer hours: Thurs. - Sun. 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
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Thursday August 25, 2011 at 7 pm Bowen Island Community School 1041 Mt. Gardner Road, Bowen Island
• B. I. Community Museum & Archives: Open daily, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. For appt. call 947-9526 or 947-2440. Please visit the museum’s table at the Bowen Summer Market.
1964 CHEV IMPALA SS white 327300 auto, air, lots $$ spent. $22,900 obo. 604-534-1954 1966 CHEVY PICKUP, V8, 4 spd, blue & white, has collectors plates, $6500. 604-796-2866 (Agassiz) 1976 GMC 3/4 SIERRA CLASSIC Camper Special, 149,000 orig miles, 30,000 on orig rblt. Same owners since 11,000 miles, Feb/78. Collector status, call for info, too numerous to list. ALSO 10’ Slumber Queen Adventurer Camper, 99 WS model with all trimmings, 13’’ Sansui TV, 110 & 12V, qu sz slumberqueen matt from Royal City bedding, 8’ awning. $12,500/both. Call: 604-535-5777 or 604-785-6827.
5052 Squilax Anglemont Rd. Celista, BC.
Call 604-542-0865 or 250-955-6398
• Rotary Club: 7:30 to 9 p.m., Snug Cafe. Everyone welcome.
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LAKESHORE 101 ft frontage by 88 ft.
• Youth Centre: 4 to 6 p.m. Practise with your band or listen to music. Free food.
TRANSPORTATION
REAL ESTATE
OKANAGAN
*REDUCED*
THURSDAY, AUGUST 18
FREE CASH BACK WITH $0 DOWN at Auto Credit Fast. Need a vehicle? Good or Bad credit call Stephanie 1-877-792-0599 www.autocreditfast.ca. DLN 30309. Free Delivery WANT A VEHICLE BUT STRESSED ABOUT YOUR CREDIT? Last week 24 out of 28 applications approved! We fund your future not your past. Any Credit. Receive a $500 Gift Card 1-888-593-6095.
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2004 37C PACE ARROW, 15,800 m, Shaw auto satellite, 3 slides, W/D, custom cover, 10 yr paint protection, etc. Better than new. $79,900. Call (604)869-3313 2004 F350 CREW CAB, diesel, 03 24’ Salem 5th whl. trailer, both mint cond., too many things to list. Will sell separate. Trailer $7,900 or both for $25,000 obo.Call 604-812-1278.
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CARS - DOMESTIC
2007 FORD FUSION SE Fully loaded, metallic red, 60K, $8800 firm. Call 604-538-4883. 2007 Pontiac G5 - Colour: Silver. Excellent car, gets 37 miles to the gallon. Well maintained. Includes 4 Nokian winter tires on rims (value $1200.00) Phone daytime 604-2191652 or evenings 604-462-8665 or email: woodcreations@shaw.ca $7500- OBO
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Break out the BBQ Come get your “Custom Cut” Steaks, Chops and BowenMade Smokies at the Bowen Butcher Shop on Alderwood Farm 1351 Adams Rd- 947-9434 Open Wed-Sun 10-5pm
CLEANING SERVICE, weekly, bi-weekly or monthly. Special event & spring cleaning. Dependable, personal service with attention to detail. Call 947-2779 or email: cleanslatebowenisland@gmail.com CA$H for CAR$ No Wheels -No Problem! Servicing the Fraser Valley 604-746-2855
AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673
FORD F-150 Canapy with open sides. Fits 6 1/2” bed. Black. $800/obo. Call 604.250.4142.
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FOR RENT: 2 BDR apt in Village Square. Avail Sept 1. References req’d. Sorry no pets 604-947-2944 For Rent: 2 bdrm house. $1,000.00 per month. Short walk to ferry. Available Sept 1. 778868-6148. FOR RENT: gorgeous waterfront 4 bdrm home, Snug Point, steps to ferry, Sept. - June, $1,500/mo. 604-376-9801 HELPING HANDS Home/Business Cleaning Doctor Visits (local + town) Shopping & Yard Work Moving in/out 22 years experience incl 8 years with Vancouver Coastal Health on Bowen Val Gooch 604-947-2640 Cell 604-802-4365 Main floor suite 1 BR, sep entry, kit, digital pellet stove, W/D, N/S, pet OK. Avail. immediately. $725. Call 604-837-1700
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Job available at Union Steamship Co. Marina. Looking for a hardworking, outgoing, creative and versatile person. Position includes working in the marina office, on the docks, in our gift shop, as well as light housekeeping. Good customer service required in our busy visitor marina and resort. This is a 30-40 hour a week position, suitable for a young adult or active senior. Resumes accepted at the USSC Gift Shop on the boardwalk or email to marina@ussc,ca-(subject Help Wanted). Sweet suite for rent on Bowen Brand new one bdrm. plus den (could be a second bedroom) ground floor. All new appl. incl. d/w w/d, lots of light, mid-island on bus route. $900/month + util. Sorry n/s. Pets negotiable. Available Sept. 1. 604.947.9291 bowensweetsuite@gmail.com.
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Dog Days of Summer T’was a great event, a worthy cause, good weather, special dogs and lots of laughs. Attendance was up and there were lots of prizes for everyone. Moguly won the title of Dog of the Year. Codie took home first prize for Best Dressed. Rosie won Bob for Dogs. Ozzie was the champion of Musical Mats. First price of Smooch A Pooch went to Codie. Chester excelled at Frisbee. Miles and Max took home the award for best Look A-Like and Hyla won Peanut Butter. The winner of the draw for a luncheon cruise on the MV Moxie is Barb Tretheway. Thanks go to all the judges, volunteers and sponsors and congratulation to all participants. Marcus Hondro photos