February 10, 2012 Undercurrent

FRIDAY FEB. 10 2012 VOL. 38, NO. 42

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Be inspired by the submissions to the Undercurrent’s Valentine contest

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Popular contest kicks off this week on Bowen Island

Where the taxes go Bowen Island taxpayers’ money flows to various agencies SUSANNE MARTIN EDITOR

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verything boils down to finances.

Before council can make decisions on the budget and the five-year financial plan, it needs to have a clear understanding of the state of municipal coffers.

In the last council meeting on January 23, Karen Blow, the municipality’s chief financial officer, provided documentation that shows where the taxpayers’ money goes and how much of it stays to be administered by the municipality.

For 2011, the Bowen Island Municipal property tax revenue was approximately $3.4 million. An average property folio assessment came to $1500 but varied greatly by property class. That number did not include garbage and parcel taxes ($192 and $100) and taxes collected on behalf of other organizations.

But the cheques that were written by Bowen Island taxpayers covered more than twice that amount.

To present a clear picture, Blow presented a list of numbers reflecting taxes that the municipality collects but has to pay out to other agencies. Metro Vancouver collects $102,800. The Islands Trust receives $220,800. Translink gets $602,000 and the BC Assessment Authority takes $103,400. Policing costs us $283,000 and school taxes come to $2,2 million (all numbers are rounded).

“This money comes into the municipality’s bank account but we can’t use it to pay our bills. We just flow it though,” Blow said.

Feel the love: Luke Olsen is one of the local preschoolers who brought out paper, glue, colours and sparkles to convey their Valentine’s Day messages at the Bowen Children’s Centre. More photos on page 9. Debra Stringfellow photo

Food and dining discounts for seniors at local establishments MARCUS HONDRO CONTRIBUTING WRITER

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he Snug Cove House Society on Bowen Island, formerly Abbeyfield, has done culinary foot work on behalf of seniors.

The society has put out what they refer to as a ‘card’ in the style of a restaurant menu and it contains a plate-full of food discounts available to local seniors at local establishments.

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seniors’ lists the eat-in and take-out options on Bowen, more often containing discounts when seniors show their gold cards. Murray Atherton is the chair of the society’s fundraising committee and has done the bulk of the organizing for the menu card.

Here’s a listing of businesses on the menu card, most offering discounts of various sizes at varying times of the week to island senior citizens who present a gold card: Artisan Eats, The Bowen Coffee Store, Bowen Sushi, The Cup Cutter, Doc

Morgan’s, The Left Bank, the Legion, Miksa, The Snug Cafe, Tuscany Wood Oven Pizza and the Village Baker.

Information on grocery options and ordering out for food is also included.

Snug Cove House has the goal of constructing and running a small-scale, nonprofit and self-sustainable family home for seniors. Through their funding efforts, they have purchased 1.2 acres of land along Miller Road next to Bowen Court.

For more information or to make a donation, see www.snugcovehouse.com.

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B O W E N I S L A N D M U N I C I PA L I T Y

Expressions of Interest — Filming of Council Meetings Bowen Island Municipality is requesting Expressions of Interest for the video recording of Council meetings on a short term basis (approximately 1-2 months).

The Municipality is currently investigating long term video recording options for Council meetings. Until such time, the Municipality is looking for qualified candidates to submit proposals to film the Council meetings.

Council meetings are held on the second Monday of each month at 9 am and the fourth Monday of each month beginning at 1:00 pm. Meetings average 3 hours in length.

The successful applicant will also be responsible to upload the recordings to the Municipal website or provide an alternative.

Qualified applicants are invited to forward the Expressions of Interest by 4:30 p.m. on Monday, February 20th, 2012 to: Bowen Island Municipality 981 Artisan Lane Bowen Island, BC V0N 1G2 PHONE: 604-947-4255 Email: bim@bimbc.ca

B O W E N I S L A N D M U N I C I PA L I T Y

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE is hereby given that Bowen Island Municipal Council will hold a public hearing on the following proposed Bylaw: • Bylaw No. 311, 2011 – cited as “Bowen Island Municipality Land Use Bylaw No. 57, 2002, Amendment Bylaw No. 311, 2011 (Belterra) • for the purpose of allowing the public to make representations to the Bowen Island Municipal Council respecting matters contained in the proposed bylaw at 7:00 p.m., Monday, February 20, 2012 at the Municipal Hall, 981 Artisan Lane, Bowen Island, BC. At the public hearing all persons who believe that their interest in property is affected by the proposed Bylaw shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions respecting matters contained in the proposed Bylaw.

In specific terms, the purpose of Bylaw No. 311, 2011 is to amend the Bowen Island Municipality Land Use Bylaw No. 57, 2002 by: • creating a new Comprehensive Zone 16 (CD-16); and • rezoning the lands shown outlined in a solid black line on the map below from Rural Residential (RR-1) to Comprehensive Development 16 Zone (Belterra) and to Park 1 (P1):

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ou are invited to an Early Learning Fair and Tea Party Social with your preschool-aged children on Saturday, February 25, from 10 a.m. to noon, at the Bowen Island Community School, (BICS). We are working together to support families by reaching out to parents to share ideas and resources to enhance children’s development in the early years. This event is sponsored by the West Vancouver School District and is part of the Ready, Set, Learn initiative from the Ministry of Education.

The Ministry of Education’s website states: “The Ready, Set Learn initiative recognizes that families need good information about how to support their young child’s early learning, as well as, development of positive connections with the school system and local community agencies. Early childhood development refers to the growth that takes place from pre–conception until age six.

The early years are the most critical for neurological development, as the most significant brain growth occurs in the first six years of life. The experiences of early childhood have a profound impact on the overall health and well being of individuals throughout their lifetime.” (For more information: http://www.bced.gov.bc.ca/ early_learning/rsl/).

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A copy of the proposed Bylaw and any background material that may be considered by the Bowen Island Municipal Council in respect of the proposed Bylaw, may be inspected at the Bowen Island Municipal Hall, 981 Artisan Lane, Bowen Island, BC between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, inclusive, excluding statutory holidays, commencing Friday, February 10, 2012.

Or can be viewed at: http://www.bimbc.ca/files/embedded2010/120220BELPHBackgoundInformation2.pdf Written submissions may be delivered to: 1. the Bowen Island Municipal Hall in person, by mail at 981 Artisan Lane, Bowen Island, B.C.,V0N 1G2 or by Fax (604) 947-0193, prior to 4:30 p.m., Monday, February 20, 2012 or 2. after 4:30 p.m., Monday, February 20, 2012 to the Bowen Island Municipal Council at the Public Hearing at 7:00 p.m. Monday, February, 20, 2012.

Inquiries regarding the proposed bylaw may be directed to Hap Stelling, MCIP, Director of Planning, (604) 947-4255 or by email at hstelling@bimbc.ca.

Mom Vera, who is holding one of the complimentary books that will be given away at the RSL event, and daughter Enya were interested to hear about the upcoming Ready, Set, Learn fair at BICS. Sarah Haxby photo Parents and their preschool age children have been participating in the Ready, Set, Learn, (RSL), program for many years, as this informative event is held once a year as an opportunity for parents to socialize, and connect with early learning resources.

The morning includes a complimentary early learning resource kit, healthy living information for preschoolers, information about children’s language development from a speech and language specialist, ideas and suggestions to support children’s early literacy, numeracy and social development, community connections and special guests (including the RCMP), musical entertainment by Lyn and friends, tea room and social and door prizes. This event is made possible thanks to our com-

munity partners who have worked hard, and given generously of their time to create an event for Bowen Island where families can connect to local resources without having to travel off island. Our RSL community partners include the Bowen Island Community School, Bowen Children’s Centre, Family Place, Bowen Montessori, Bowen Island Community Recreation, the Bowen Island Public Library, Vancouver Coastal Health, local RCMP and Bowen Island Volunteer Firefighters.

We hope that you and your preschooler will join us! For more information about the Bowen Island Ready, Set, Learn event at BICS, or to sign up for your spot, (and complimentary resource kit,) please contact: Bowen Island Community School, 604 947-9337.

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School system in flux

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Educational address tackles the topic of purpose in education

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They say that they don’t care what marks they get or what goals they have.”

“Parents are the first educators of kids. I would like them to think about where they are in this continuum. Are they pragmatic and want their kids to succeed within the system? Or do they just want them to be happy as individuals?”

Spear makes the point that if a school did a good job in education, the two might not be mutually exclusive and education might enable the kids to succeed in a meaningful way and thus find happiness.

And even though Spear expresses disappointment in the current and the ascending models of education, he sees cause for optimism. “There are a lot of people out there who really care about education,” he says. “There is a robust discussion. What is going to emerge can be more powerful if we have a conversation about the purpose of education. If we avoid this conversation, we miss yet another opportunity.”

Returning to his analogies, Spear said, “My point is that both aircraft carrier and luxury liner, once you launch them, are difficult to decommission. And stretching this analogy even further, I would like to see education as a tall ship. The difference is not just that it is easier to maneuver, the difference is that the tall ship knows exactly where it is going.”

Spear has a doctorate in philosophy and education from UBC and over 20 years of experience as an educator. He is the founding head of school at Island Pacific School located on Bowen Island. He has worked as middle school principal at Mulgrave School in West Vancouver and has taught in Northern Manitoba, Haida Gwaii and Vancouver. There is no charge for his address to parents, teachers and educational administrators at the Silk Purse Gallery but seating is limited. For information, please email info@go.islandpacific.org.

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Ted Spear has 20 years of experience as an educator and believes that it is time to ask ‘why’ before asking ‘how’ in education. He will give an educational address at the Silk Purse Gallery in West Vancouver on February 15. Susanne Martin photo

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Schools are in a period of transition,” Dr. Ted Spear said. “I see the current school system as an aircraft carrier that is being retrofitted to become a luxury liner.” Spear sees the change in education as an exciting opportunity if the question of purpose is brought into the discussion. Spear will give an educational address titled Making sense of schools: five things we need to understand about education in the 21st century on Wednesday, February 15, at 7 p.m. at the Silk Purse Gallery on 1570 West Argyle Avenue in West Vancouver.

“I will present three models of education,” Spear said. “The first is the model of the factory school. We’ve had this model since the beginning for the 20th century and it is still prevalent mainly because of the forms of assessment.” He explains that this model makes sure that students fit into the socio-economic system. “The second model caters to the individual. The buzzword is ‘personalized learning’ and this is the ascendant model,” Spear said.

He is not surprised that this model is on the rise and says, “This is the zeitgeist of our time. Everything is about the individual and about personal choice.” And even though Spear agrees that paying attention to every student’s learning style is important, he thinks that an education based on individual desire is too narrow an approach.

There is a third model of education that, to Spear, has been overlooked. “It’s the classical model of education. It’s a fuller expression of what education can be. The first model is mere training for jobs and socialization, the second is simply about meeting individual desires, but, with the third model, we have the opportunity to give the students a perspective on the world,” Spear says. “My aim is to change the conversation about education and get people to ask ‘why’ before asking ‘how.’”

In his address, Spear plans to provide a commentary on the current situation of schools including trends in digital teaching and learning. He said, “My point is that technology is here to stay, get used to it. But it can be either a distraction or an enhancement to education.

Technology gives us tools but it is up to us to what purpose we are using them.”

Spear also hopes to provide some guidance to parents. “My first few points are philosophical in nature but I will also say a few words on what options are available to parents. I have noticed a difference in how parents approach education. On one side, there are parents who encourage their children to work [within] the system, to get the best marks in order to create the best possible future choices. Other parents state that they just want their kids to be happy.

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n February 2012, on the second anniversary of the distracted driving law, police will be focusing on enforcement of driver behaviour that takes their attention from the road, such as texting while driving, or putting on makeup. In 2011, distracted driving was a contributing factor in almost half of all collisions in the RCMP policed areas in the Lower Mainland according to superintendent Norm Gaumont, head of traffic services for the Lower Mainland District Regional Police Service.

This month, police on Bowen Island will conduct an awareness and enforcement campaign. Police will be on the lookout for distracted driving behaviours commonly seen such as: • Texting while driving

• Talking on a hand-held cell phone while driving • Putting on makeup while driving • Reading a newspaper or book while driving If drivers need to make a phone call on a cellular phone or check email, they are advised to use a hands free device, or pull their vehicle over.

The fine for using an electronic device without hands-free while driving is $167. Moreover, drivers caught texting or emailing may receive three Driver Penalty Points (DPP) in addition to the fine.

Drivers in the Graduated Licensing Program (GLP) are not permitted to use any prescribed electronic device, even if it is hands-free. GLP drivers will receive the $167 fine and three DPP for violating the Distracted Driving Legislation.

Tax rates are set provincially and do not necessarily reflect level of services continued, PAGE 1 Mayor Adelaar asked, “Do we see what we actually get back in term of services? For instance the $220,800 to the Islands Trust – what do we get back in return?”

Blow replied, “We don’t get any documents that break down what [services] we get in return.” She added that she has a description from Metro Vancouver that details services relating to the park.

In a later conversation, Blow

explained that the tax rates are set provincially and are not necessarily in direct relation to the services Bowen Islanders get. She said, “For instance, the number for the school tax is not based on the number of students who attend our school. And the number for policing is not based on the number of police officers we have on Bowen Island.”

But that doesn’t necessarily mean that we don’t get a good return, Blow says.

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Places of Worship Welcome You BOWEN ISLAND UNITED CHURCH Rev. Shelagh MacKinnon Service and Sunday School: 10:30 a.m.

Collins Hall Bookings: Helen Wallwork Minister of Music: Lynn Williams

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Over 300,000 kilogram of recycling This is the second in a series of articles exploring approaches to reducing, recycling and disposing of waste SUSANNE MARTIN EDITOR

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here is a consensus that our local recycling depot is doing a great job and that the community is pulling its weight. But on occasion, Bill Carr, past president of the Bowen Island Recycling Depot (BIRD), gets frustrated, for example, the time he had to fish out white plastic boxes and a glass jar from among the translucent milk jugs. Looking around, he spotted a seven-year-old who knew exactly what bins the plastics and the glass were meant to go. Carr considered suggesting that all recyclers be accompanied by a kid to avoid those kinds of mistakes. “Yes, I believe that we, as a community, are doing a good job recycling,� Carr said. “People take responsibility for sorting their recycling and dropping it off so that our municipality doesn’t have to go through the expense and trouble to pick it up at the doorstep.�

He said, “When people move over here, they are probably used to the blue box which is pretty easy. A few of them might think what a pain in the butt this is to have to go to BIRD. But if they’ll take responsibility, they find out that we offer a much broader service to the public [than the blue box] at almost no cost to the community.�

Patrick Hawkes heaves a computer out of the bin that holds aluminum.

Mistakes like this frustrate BIRD’s volunteers. Debra Stringfellow photos Patrick Hawkes, BIRD’s vice-presidents, agrees with this assessment. “From the board’s perspective, we are very pleased at what Bowen has done with the recycling centre. We feel that community buy-in and consciousness of recycling are very high and that the whole community is making an effort toward a more rational and more environmentally sound way of life.� But Hawkes also says that a visit to BIRD will drive home the realization how many packages we take home during the course of a week.

Carr estimates that an average of 75 cars visit the recycling depot per day. He said, “When people are finished with their recycling and plan to browse at the Knick Knack Nook,

we’d like to ask them to move their cars so others don’t have to carry their recycling that far.�

Carr has paperwork that shows that a total of 320,110 kg of glass, newspaper, mixed paper, corrugated cardboard, tin cans and plastics were recycled at BIRD in 2011. “In 2009, there were 300,359 kg of combined recycling. The totals for the same items are not substantially different even looking further back. But we know that there are many new homes and households on the island,� Carr said. “I believe the explanation is that people are shopping smarter.� If there is a noticeable shift, it is away from glass and towards plastic, he says. continued, PAGE 5

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Would a new ramp, handrails or walk-in shower help you maintain your independence at home?

BC Housing’s new Home Adaptations for Independence (HAFI) program helps low-income B.C. seniors and people with disabilities make home modiďŹ cations that will allow them to continue living at home.

Through HAFI, homeowners and landlords with eligible tenants can apply for ďŹ nancial assistance of up to $20,000 for improvements that make their home more accessible and safe.

The goal of the program is to enable people who have physical limitations to live at home longer.

People’s physical needs change over time – sometimes, a small improvement to a home can make the difference between being able to live independently or not.

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The new Home Adaptations for Independence (HAFI) program helps low-income B.C. seniors and people with disabilities make home modifications for safe, accessible and independent living.

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Carr: I need to know exactly where [the recycling] goes continued, PAGE 4

About restrictions on waste, Carr said, “In Metro Vancouver, you can’t put plastics 1,2,4 and 5 in your garbage. When Metro [Vancouver] banned plastic, we realized that we needed to provide a place for it.” Carr recalls being told that there were checks at the transfer station. He said, “If the waste service turned up with banned plastic, there was a 50 per cent upcharge on the tipping fee.”

Carr explained that BIRD started in 1984 as a non-profit organization. He said, “Everything you see: the tent, the concrete floor, the equipment, it was all paid for by the society. The initial cost has already been recovered and for a number of years, our only expense has been insurance, electricity and rent.”

Carr explains that the rent, paid to the municipality, is minimal and the municipality also picks up the tab for hauling the bins away. “It is part of Bowen Waste’s contract. The rationale behind that is that they would have to provide that service if BIRD wasn’t there.”

Over the years, BIRD has expanded its range. Carr said, “Now, you can bring rechargeable and ordinary batteries, including car batteries. Those go into the garbage on the mainland. We take compact fluorescent bulbs, ink cartridges and toner cartridges, cardboard milk cartons and cartons of milk substitutes like soy and rice milk. We also take plastic bags and electronics like computers, TVs and small household appliances.” Hawkes added, “BIRD has recently begun taking smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors and mercury containing thermostats. It is estimated that an older thermostat can contain

2.5 to 10 grams of mercury. It only takes one gram of mercury to contaminate an eight-hectare-lake to the point where the fish are inedible for a full year.” Carr added that BIRD isn’t paid for any of that but sees it as a service to the island.

Hawkes brought up the issue of volumes of recyclables. He said, “If residents would crush, stack or stomp their cans, milk cartons and jugs, and rigid plastic containers, we would require fewer bin trips off the island. That would generate further savings for the island waste system.”

To Carr, it is very important to find out where the recycling ends up. “When I hear a company talk about recycling, I always ask, ‘What do you make out of it?’” Carr says. “I’m such a cynic, I need to know exactly where it goes.” He has checked with Encorp Pacific, the company that takes appliances, electronics and other recycling, and says, “We were assured that [the material] does not leave Canada, that it goes to a place in B.C. to be dismantled.”

“Aluminum is unique as it loses very little of its integrity in the recycling process,” Carr says but paper diminishes in quality and plastics cannot be recycled as food containers.

Carr once took a tour at Merlin Plastics on Annacis Island where he learned what happens to translucent milk jugs. He said, “They remove the caps, chip up the jugs, wash them and melt them.” Carr says that after the milk jugs run through the machine, they look like dog pellets and are slated to be made into things like highway cones, garbage containers or oil containers. He came away impressed by the facility that runs 24 hours a day and also recycles plastics.

Carr said that for mixed plastic, BIRD is billed around $80 per tonne. He added, “We are also charged a nominal fee for glass. The glass is crushed and used as landfill. It is even used to make concrete. Of the returnable bottles, only beer bottles from local breweries go back to be refilled.”

Hawkes said, “I wanted to emphasize, how important returning bottles and cartons is to the local community groups who take part. For many, it is their principal source of outside funding. If Bowen residents want to support local culture and service organizations, dropping their empties at BIRD really makes a difference.” He added that the community groups share an income of about $35,000 a year.

As much as Carr appreciates the community effort, now and then he gets frustrated when “people don’t play by the rules.” He encourages everyone to “read the signs” and put the recycling into the containers where they belong.

Hawkes suggests to set up a mini system at home. He said, “There are fewer incidents of misallocation when people organize the recycling in advance.”

Carr said, “People have to realize that BIRD provides a service that is not paid for by taxes. We hope for a little more than just shoving a bag [of recyclables] through the door.”

Both Carr and Hawkes stressed that BIRD is currently looking for volunteers. Hawkes said, “I often say to people who are new to the island that volunteering at BIRD is perhaps the best and fastest way to get to know the community.” Carr added jokingly, “There is no probation period. And whether you’re new or have been there for years, the pay and benefits are the same.”

Top: Alicia Marsden and Kim Kasasian wear the vests that identify them as volunteers. BIRD relies heavily on the work of volunteers and is currently looking for people to help out. It is a busy place, ideal for meeting new people and making friends.

Bottom: BIRD is constantly expanding its services to keep recyclable material such as electronics and small household appliances out of the landfill.

Debra Stringfellow photos

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604-765-7983 • 604-947-9214 www.bowenislandhousesforsale.com lyn.watson@shaw.ca This 3 level, well cared for family home has appeal both inside and out. Warm and welcoming main level has open kitchen, dining and living area (Great Room) with decks opening on to spacious garden and ocean views. Plus office/bedroom on main.

Entire upper level is private Master suite, bedroom w/view, adjoining den/studio, large walk in closet and 4 pc bathroom w/Jacuzzi tub. Lower level, with sep. entrance, has family room, den, media room, 3rd bedroom, large storage and dry crawl space beneath.

Immaculate home, great for entertaining. quiet beach steps away. Bring the family!

Please call Lyn to view.

1281 Miller Road • $1,273,000

The Gorgeous 6 bedroom estate has it all!

Gated and fenced for security and privacy.

Main house has 3 levels of gracious living, with decks overlooking the beautiful mature garden and ocean view. Upper floor is private Master suite with 4 pc. ensuite, large walk in closet and sitting area. Kitchen has all new S/S appliances and granite counter tops. Lvg. rm. has vaulted ceilings, huge river rock fireplace. Fully finished lower level with large family room, bedroom and large heated storage area. BONUS: Lovely Coach House with 3 car garage and delightful 2 bedroom guest accommodation above.

Quiet beach access next door!

Please call Lyn to view.

TESTIMONIALS COWAN POINT ROAD - BUYER “Lyn helped us find the perfect home for us. She was thorough in our property scouting and held her ground in our bidding when we fell in love with a certain property. During the process Lyn was delightful to be around.”

WHITESAILS DRIVE - BUYER “Purchasing my first home was a very exciting and challenging time for me. Lyn guided me through the process and worked patiently with me to find just the right house. She is professional, knows the Bowen Island market well, and always had time to return calls promptly. I would not hesitate to recommend Lyn whether you are buying or selling a property.

HILLCREST ROAD - BUYER “Lyn treated our family with care, patience and professionalism. She always took time to answer our questions or to find someone who could. She was a great resource person too. We heartily recommend her services.”

WINDJAMMER ROAD - BUYER “Lyn showed us quite a few properties on Bowen and was very helpful and insightful. What we particularly liked about Lyn was that there was no “hard sell”, we felt that she just wanted to find the right house for our family, nothing was ever too much trouble. Lyn helped us to find our dream home.”

MELMORE RD - SELLER “Lyn is well informed regarding the Bowen market, and she made a very positive impression on us.

When selling our home this summer, Lyn provided us with an honest and considerate approach. Lyn represented our home and introduced the Buyer, focus on her part resulted in a positive experience.

We would highly recommend Lyn for any real estate transactions.”

LENORA ROAD - BUYER “Through Lyn’s admirable and successful work, we found our dream cottage. Lyn is totally professional and yet completely approachable on every aspect.

Her expertise as a realtor and knowledge of Bowen was impeccable, ensuring that our purchase was stress free and enjoyable. Nothing was too much trouble- thanks so much Lyn!”

MT. GARDNER ROAD - SELLER “Lyn handled the sale of our home of 15 years on Bowen Island with integrity, grace, humour and professionalism. What could have been a difficult emotional experience for my family was turned into a smooth and happy transition for all parties involved. Lyn was supportive and informative during the negotiations and constantly surprised me with her commitment and attention to detail.”

HIGHLAND TRAIL - SELLER “Lyn has industrial quantities of energy and professional knowhow. I have found her intuitive, smart effective and charming. her integrity cannot be questioned.”

CARDENA ROAD - SELLER “It is hard to put into words how far beyond being a realtor Lyn goes. She will listen to your needs and do everything in her power to support them. She helped me move, even offered to help me paint.

Lyn is just an all-round, super nice, kind, honest, professional, incredibly helpful person with a strong sense os integrity.”

WEST VANCOUVER - BUYER “Being from another country, it was particularly important for us to feel welcome and at home, and Lyn definitely did that for us. She went far above and beyond the call of duty to see to it that we found a place we would be very happy in, that was well suited to our needs. After spending only 8 days with Lyn we feel we have made a very good friend and are much happier about the move to Canada now.

I have buyers searching for the right property on Bowen Island. Please call me for details.

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his week, the Fraser Institute issued its report cards for BC’s elementary schools based on the annual Foundation Skills Assessment (FSA). The institute’s website includes the name of the schools, their ranks and whether there is an upward or downward trend.

You can locate the schools with the help of Google maps and the website also has an option where you can select a number of schools and compare them. It’s a nifty tool where you can pick up to six schools and the website generates a graph to show you their performances for the last four years.

Bowen Island Community School is looking back at four years of solid ratings that places it 170 of 860 for 2011. It is good to know that BICS has been landing in the “green” field (7.5/10) for the last four assessments. But what exactly is this assessment telling us?

“All schools and students in our district perform well on the FSA’s,” BICS’s principal Jennifer Pardee said. “The FSA scores and rankings provide a very narrow framework with which to measure a school’s

learning environment, whether the school is at the top of the rankings or at the bottom. There are many factors at play, including socio-economic status, special needs, ESL, etc. BICS students performed well but, again, it is just a snapshot.”

And it is a sharply focused snapshot at best. It looks at the students’ skill with letters and numbers and not much else. It doesn’t take the school garden into account, or the beautiful artwork that adorns the hallways and classrooms. It doesn’t reflect island kids’ fundraising efforts and their hours spent with Grandfriends and at the museum.

I could go on.

But Pardee sums it up much better. She says, “We use a variety of classroom and school based assessments to help us monitor student progress that also helps to inform instruction and guide our plans as a school.

As a school and a district, we remain committed to providing the best possible learning environment for all our students.”

Susanne Martin

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Kristen Warkentin and Teun Schut were among the mucisians that delighted the audience at the French Bistro. April Bosshard photo

An evening in Paris – c’était magnifique!

To the Editor:

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n Saturday, January 28, you may have found yourself sitting on the terrace of a Parisian Café, under a “starry sky”, sipping French wine, tasting delicious food, surrounded by ivy and red geraniums, and being entertained by ten talented performers singing mostly in French. For one night, Cates Hill Chapel was transformed for “An Evening in Paris”.

Although this event was technically a fundraiser for the grade 9 IPS student trip to Québec, it was not, in its intention or outcome, a grand moneymaker. More significantly, it was an opportunity to bring the island community together across generations and talents, a chance to share an evening together in the middle of winter, and an occasion for the students, parents and staff of Island Pacific School to give back to the community it calls home. Thank you to everyone who made the evening so memorable.

Kristen Warkentin, new teacher to IPS and Bowen Island, opened the evening with Josephine Baker’s song, J’ai Deux Amours; Matt Maxwell played and sang his own song, Notre Seul Foyer; Pierre

Beaudry, Shael Wrinch, and Teun Schut sang two Québecois tunes; Rob Bailey and Teun Schut offered up a smooth jazz duet; the grade 9 students took the stage to ‘sing for their supper’; Ruta Yawney entranced us all with her bandura; the sweet voices of IPS alumni students Lauren Spear and Emily Allan showed us what following your passions can lead to; and to cap off the evening, Pauline LeBel, accompanied by Marc Gawthrop, lit up the room with her French classics by Edith Piaf. Each of these performers offered up the gifts of their talents to make this a very memorable event.

I am reminded of a scene in David Mamet’s film State and Main: When a jaded Hollywood writer has to go on location to a small town, he runs into a local and asks, “What do you do for entertainment around here?” and she says, “We make our own.” I’d say Bowen Island is a cut above when it comes to making our own entertainment. Kudos to all in the community who participate in our local events as organizers, artists, and guests. Together we make this one rockin’ rock.

April Bosshard

Family Place thanks community sponsors To the Editor:

B Saving your heritage cottage stories?

Remember that Bowen Heritage welcomes your stories about the heritage cottages. For more info, go to www.bowenheritage.org.

owen Island Family Place would like to thank all of the community sponsors who helped make the 2011 Festival of Trees possible: Union Steamship Company, Knick Knack Nook.

Bowen Island Properties Limited Partnership, Miksa, Aim Language Learning, B. I. Montessori School, Bowen Children’s Centre, Bowen Building Centre, Van Berckel family, Bristow family, Family Place board 1999-2000, Phoenix Photo and Village Square Merchants,

Shephard Ashmore Insurance, Clearline Drainage, Bowen Freight and Penny Wright.

Your support will allow Family Place to continue to provide a quality environment for children and parents on Bowen Island.

We welcome everyone to visit Family Place (650 Carter Road, below Bowen Island Preschool) and check out the services that your support allows us to provide for the families of Bowen Island. We look forward to seeing you there!

Deidre Farah on behalf of Family Place

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The misty origins of the Undercurrent out from islanders on all subjects and from all • Welcome to Island Neighbours- stories of points of view. At times they were vitriolic, at Island history, people, activities and events. others hilariously funny. Sometimes they were his column will take a peek into the obscure and pointless but mostly they were past to look at the misty origins of the Undercurrent. The Undercurrent was cre- well targeted and cogent. They aroused anger and glee. They came with flourished signatures ated in March of 1975 by islander Pat Weaver, and cloaking pseudonyms. Everyone read who felt that the six hundred or so permathem and either felt good or began to fume. nent residents and the thousand or more seaMany changes were on the horizon for the sonal residents deserved a community forum feisty little paper but that’ll be another story which would document current happenings, • Ten Years Ago: in the Undercurrent of announce events and provide a place for indiFebruary 1, Council was concerned about vidual opinions through an active letters colthe power to protect crown land on Bowen. umn. Islanders responded with enthusiasm.

Even though the community was small, people New legislation changes the way that applications for lease tenures are processed. Bowen wanted to know what was going on and, of has more than 40 per cent in crown land. It course, the letters column was an immediseems that all non-permitted uses would ate hit. The first issues were mimeoisland have to be specified in the OCP (Official graphed on a Gestetner Mimeograph Neighbours Community Plan) This was just one machine. The paper templates for of the items on the council agenda. the mimeograph were cut by Pat on • Evan Wansbrough masterminded a a manual typewriter. The paper was three-band concert at the Teen Centre. ‘run off’ page-by-page, collated and Bands were Manual Remote, Fastrack stapled by hand. It was a daunting and Bad Choice. After the scheduled task to produce the biweekly but the performance, teen musicians moved into price was right – 15 cents. a jam session enjoyed by the turnout: • Pat produced regular issues for 80-90 teens from Bowen and West Van. nearly a year, and then asked Larry •The February 8 Undercurrent welcomed Reid to ‘paper sit’ while she left for the new Tuscany cafĂŠ just opened by the a brief vacation in the Maritimes. lively Sarah Allen: her pizzeria was the culLarry never saw Pat again and found himself mination of ideas bubbling for a long time. the publisher and editor of the Undercurrent.

Sarah’s Breakfast CafÊ continues its weekend Larry found the work fascinating. As a former service.

English teacher, with a marvelous, flamboy• Bowen Heritage (Bowen Island Heritage ant style, he had the skills to write and edit Preservation Association) was unveiling the the paper. In his hands, it became a wonderoutstanding display panels in the Davies fully idiosyncratic, personal island newssheet and community bellwether. The letters column Orchard: the display was coordinated by Daphne Shaw and Allie Drake. continued to flourish. The eighties on Bowen • The Chamber of Commerce AGM was were fervid and community members found saluting two successful young businessmen, much to be intense about.

Adam Reid and Riley Sparks. Adam’s Red • By 1981, Bowen’s population was 1,000.

Wagon Service was a year-round service, In the next ten years, it doubled. The island’s which coordinated and delivered Chinese seasonal population reduced slowly but didn’t fall below 800. Both these portions of Bowen’s food from the mainland to Snug Cove. Adam’s friend, Riley Sparks, had built a glowing repucommunity looked to the Undercurrent as the tation as a pie maker. His marvelous pies best way to keep up with what was going on. were available for the past two summers at the When Larry realized the newspaper couldn’t Sunday Market. continue to be produced by one or two peo• Birthdays on February 11: Bowen’s old ple, he began building a team to help. Among friend, Don Leigh and Robin Matheson. On the fields covered by his columnists were February 12, Joan Tennant and Jesse Karr.

Bowen’s horse world, fishing, cooking, legal February 13, Samantha Fincham. Valentine’s problems, gardening, a children’s page and Day- February 14, Brian McCaig and Jack more. These enriched what was clearly Larry’s Prosalendis. On February 16, Kathy Gagner. paper. He was a man of strong opinions and February 17, Venice Elise Epp, new mum Kari he wasn’t loath to express them. H took very Wheeler, Martin Greyell, Aidan Holland, and vigorous positions on proposed island developments and the decisions of local GVRD and Marcella Moorcroft. On February 18, Ayla Lepine, Calder Stewart, Leanne Laudrum, Island Trust politicians. He attended commuSerena Brind-Boronkay. February 20, former nity meetings and tracked the work of such marriage commissioner Carole Clement. On bodies as the Advisory Planning Commission.

February 21 Michel Pare and Elaine Loree’s Larry’s sister Dorothy Moon, a Mission resisister, Nena Nauss. February 22, Boris Mann, dent, spent many hours working on the paper Sigurd Sabathil, Markita Ivankovic. Brad with Larry. The two of them loved to travel Ovenell-Carter. Lastly, on February 25, and Larry provided full coverage of their trips Keshia Crampton. in marvelously personal, opinionated and • The Last Word- additions and corrections descriptive accounts. The Undercurrent in the to the birthday listings are always welcome. eighties was noted for its letters. They poured

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The rose lady prepares her flowers on the canals of Xochimilco.

David Darling photo

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raveling comfortably is not my usual style but when it happens it is welcomed. No unearthly hours were involved in getting to Mexico City and installing myself in the old-fashioned heritage Hotel Isabel in the historic center.

With a prearrangement with Edye Hanen and partner David, I was picked up the next day for a trip out to the canals of Xochimilco in the heart of the city. On board one of the brightly decorated boats we leisurely drifted the waterways, experiencing the best the early morning has to offer. Herons, undisturbed by too much activity, poised elegantly as though waiting to be photographed.

Vendors slowly prepared their food and wares for the expected visitors.

Mariachis drifted by wanting to serenade us but we were more captivated by a grandmotherly flower seller with long pigtails. She offered us little posies of roses artistically tied with ribbon. David bought one for less than $2.

From the canals we went to Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera’s Blue House, now a museum (it was here that Frida was born and died.) One could wander through rooms full of paintings, photographs, books and artist’s tools and imagine life as it was led. Perhaps the most moving room was the one with her four poster bed, with an overhead mirror, where Frida lay when she was bedridden.

The following day, on my own

again, I set out early to explore the historic centre starting at the Zocalo with its magnificent cathedral. Outside, descendants of ancient Aztecs performed purification rituals and for a small fee would smudge you with herbs. Whole families sat around eating food from the many street vendors. Deciding to get lost, I found myself down a side street in front of the Museum of Culture, where there was currently an exhibit of Indian art, with statues and paintings from collections around the world. It seems like if I can’t get to India, it will come to me.

The Bellas Artes Pallacio, also a grand opera house, is an architectural beauty with an elegant art deco interior. It houses huge murals from Diego Rivera and others and currently a photo exhibit by famous photographer Paul Strand. It kept me enthralled for four hours and I was oblivious to a huge rainfall that had taken place until I came outside to walk in puddles.

A Saturday night in the historic center is when thousands of people walk the streets. Here, some locals dress up in wild costumes, among them I saw Edward Scissorhands with tangled hair and his long scissor fingers and other colourful characters. For a few pesos you can pose with them while a friend takes a photo.

That day, I walked from 8 a.m. until 9:30 p.m. without a moment of not being impressed by this city. On Sunday, Edye, David and I took the three and a half hour bus ride to San Miguel de Allende, our home away from home for now.

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Getting Better Every Year!

Happy Birthday, Trouble!

We are so grateful for your friendship, smiles and laughter.

Love Janis and Colleen

Birth weight 8 lbs. 13 oz. and everyone is doing splendidly Jubilant parents are Tamara Soloway (nee Schultz) and Geoffrey Soloway Proud grandparents are Bonny & Robb Schultz of Bowen Island and Frances & David Soloway of Toronto

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Finding the perfect words for Valentine’s Day Winning Poem:

Anna-Marie…

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o ahead, dive into my eyes Paddle around in my arms Overwhelm me on the flood

tide And destroy me on the ebb

St. Valentine’s Day February 14th

Let me tie your hands with seaweed And soak you with kisses Then drag you away in my undertow Til you drown in my adoring depths…

Don McLean Second place:

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ou and I, we’re not the same We’re different from each other You are strawberry to my

Saturday, Feb 11

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LIVE MUSIC DRINK SPECIALS

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...then, get back on her good side!

cream I am chocolate to your peanut butter We are not at all alike But we go together great And I’m happy to say on this Valentine’s Day You’re one sweet delicious mate April Bosshard

Third place:

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hrough rain soaked islands, sun drenched mornings and frozen prairie tundra’s, We have traveled.

At times on the same path. Other routes are parallel.

Twenty-five years sharing a hearth, a family, a life.

You are: Still my steadfast, handsome husband.

I am: Still your loyal, loving wife.

Amazing Grace.

Lorraine Ashdown

For Lance:

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t was Valentines Day ‘68 when life really started to be great....

You came into my life and it’s just gotten better and I look forward to sharing life with you, forever!

Murray Atherton

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h my wonderful Poopsie, Love you for all eternity, Follow you to infinity, You are my entirety.

Kiss, Tanya xoxoxo

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y golden years are fulfilled Because when my husband looks into my eyes, He makes me feel so warm and loved.

He holds me and kisses me and says, “I love you” every day And cares for me, And my love for him just keeps growing.

Barbara Weismiller For Don:

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n a freezing morn, in my chariot borne, I wind my way to my working

day.

No thought of love for heavens above, I have people to feed ‘tis food they need They stand and yawn their faces drawn, surely no chance for surprise romance, but of all the places and all the faces, fate steps in and ushers him in .

Now years have gone and love has grown, since that early morn at break of dawn, when over a mug we met at the Snug!

Lyn Watson

hank-you for your lightning delirious against the night, thank-you for your ocean swells rising with the sun, your poet’s tongue, your naked heart, your fire eyes, your windstorm voice.

I want to kiss the burnt desert of your soul then wander forever lost among your wildflowers. lisa shatzky

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ven though visible affection has faded Even though we so obviously have our differences and see the world in a different light Even though we may, in time, go our separate ways My love runs deep.

Divine.

Today, Be Mine.

From LM to SM

Congratulations to all participants of the Valentine’s message contest!

The prizes were sponsored by Miksa and Cates Pharmacy. The Undercurrent would also like to acknowledge the support of awardwinning poet Bernice Lever who selected the winners.

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May all beings be peaceful.

May all beings be happy.

May all beings be safe.

May all beings awaken to the light of their true nature.

May all beings be free.

Happy Valentine’s Day

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Bowen Island Community School is hosting a:

Health Forum Meet local health care representatives, get news and updates from Vancouver Coastal Health, information & learn about resources available to the Bowen Island Community.

Topics will include: x Healthy Eating x Head lice prevention & treatment x Immunization

Sponsored by: BICS PAC & Vancouver Coastal Health

for Bowen Island Parents

All Bowen Island Parents are welcome to meet our community’s health representatives, learn about the latest health information and to ask health related questions.

Date: Tuesday, February 21st Time: 6:15 – 7:45 pm Location: BICS (Multi-Purpose Room)

Complimentary childcare provided

For more information 604 947-9337

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Claire, Wilson, Molly and Wilde went along to a feast of chocolate samplings offered up by a new island business, Chocolate Etcetera, at Collins Hall on Monday, Jan. 30. Marcus Hondro photo

Supplement to the Bowen Island Undercurrent

BC JOBS PLAN: TECHNOLOGY Technology is a fast-growing sector of the B.C. economy. The industry is a magnet for highly educated professionals attracted to world-class high-tech clusters including the life-sciences, digital media and wireless, information and communications technology, ocean sciences and motion picture production.

The average wage of $63,440 is more than 52% above the average for all jobs in British Columbia, which makes this sector even more attractive to job seekers. In 2009, the high-tech industry provided 84,000 jobs with a total salary bill that added up to $5.3 billion, up from $4 billion in 2007. The job growth will continue, with a projected 57,000 technology jobs opening by 2019, and an annual growth rate of 2.2%.

British Columbia attracts global technology leaders, including Pixar, Disney, Boeing, MDA, Microsoft, Sierra Wireless, SAP, Dolby Canada, and Intel. These major technology companies look for a stable economy with a supply of experienced employees and a supportive government. British Columbia has both. It helps that the University of British Columbia is rated No. 1 in terms of technology licensing, an indicator of a high level of success and a culture that nurtures innovation.

Who was it that said ‘necessity is the mother of invention’? The answer could be Alexander Fernandes, previously of Qimage. After his Burnaby plant was broken into, Fernandes invested in what was presented as the top of the line video surveillance equipment – which in reality didn’t produce enough clarity to identify the intruders the next time it happened. At that point, Fernandes realized he knew all about imaging and knew he could do much better.

Fernandes sold his company, Qimage, for a very healthy $20 million and started a new company called Avigilon with just two employees.

The objective of this new venture was to up the caliber of surveillance systems to the highest possible standard.

Now seven years later Avigilon is considered an industry leader. This Metro Vancouver company has created the highest-resolution cameras in the industry, backed up by cutting-edge software, using the provincial government’s small business venture capital programs to raise nearly $7 million to help fund research and development.

To say this company is a huge success is putting it mildly. Avigilon has more than 10,000 systems installed in over 80 countries around the world, including schools, sporting venues, car dealerships, malls, trains and airports.

A direct benefit is the 150 jobs created, with 75 of those located here in the Lower Mainland, plus a sales force scattered around the world selling Avigilon systems as fast as the Richmond plant can produce them. And they are not finished yet. The company is expanding fast, hiring an average of three or four people a month and attending university career fairs to attract top talent. The future is very bright for this company whose principal turned a problem into an idea and then into a very successful company.

A healthy high-tech sector also attracts investors who are impressed by the industry’s performance. Revenues have more than tripled in the decade leading up to 2007, and were up another 4.4% by 2009, to $18.9 billion. Currently, investors receive a 30% refundable tax credit,

supporting up to $100 million in investment every year. The provincial government, seeing the role they can play in this fast growing sector, will increase the value of this program by $3 million, allowing more individuals known as ‘angel investors’ to put their own capital directly into eligible small business, and to offer strategic expertise.

B.C. firms attracted more than 19% of Canada’s venture capital investments in 2010, with B.C. the top province in life sciences venture capital investments.

High technology wears many hats. The BC Cancer Agency is a world leader in cancer research, and B.C. is North America’s third-largest centre for film and TV production, averaging $1.2 billion in spending per year, 80% of which is foreign money.

The global entertainment and media industry is expected to grow by five per cent a year to 2014, when it will hit $1.7 trillion.

B.C. is well positioned to take advantage of this growth.

The high-technology industry is not an island.

This sector supports B.C.’s entire economy by helping other industries become more innovative, productive and globally competitive. Digital media and interactive gaming technologies are being used in education, agriculture, mining and health care.

Other impacts are more global. With an estimated 5.3 billion mobile phone subscribers worldwide – India and China added 300 million subscribers in 2010 alone – the demand for digital, wireless and screen-based entertainment is immense. These two countries, India and China, are undergoing mass movements to urbanization, which also gives B.C. opportunities to offer them clean, efficient energy, waste reduction and health-care solutions. B.C. is perfectly aligned to supply a healthy portion of this demand in the coming years.

Airplane sales around the world are expected to reach $US3.6 trillion over the next 20 years to replace aging planes and expand fleets, providing opportunities for our advanced manufacturing sector. Plus, as a climate change leader, we are at the forefront of renewable energy technology development. Finding new markets for our solar, wind, biomass and other technologies can help turn B.C. into a cleantech powerhouse.

As Canada’s Pacific Gateway, B.C. is strategically located to reach growing global markets.

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Under the BC Jobs Plan, the provincial government will work with the federal government to meet our workforce needs and expedite the immigration process for researchers and scientists in other parts of the world who want to bring their expertise to British Columbia. B.C.’s fast-tracked immigration process through the Provincial Nominee Program encourages firms to locate in B.C. so they can hire experienced business immigrants.

The B.C. government’s focus on this sector, identified as one of the eight key sectors with the greatest opportunity to bring new dollars into our economy from our most important trading partners, helps nurture an industry that has immense potential to accelerate growth throughout the province.

New company brings best chocolate to Bowen MARCUS HONDRO CONTRIBUTING WRITER

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ith Valentine’s Day approaching, thoughts of love and chocolates come to mind as each are, after all, two things from which joy abounds. Now, while finding enough of the former is an ongoing project, finding the latter is comparatively easy. And on Bowen, finding chocolates just got easier.

Islander Karen Nicholls has launched a home business called Chocolate Etcetera – chocolateetcetera@hotmail.com - featuring chocolate from France and Belgium from the Barry Callebaut chocolate company. Barry Callebaut was formed when Cacao Barry from France and Callebaut from Belgium joined and the result is the world’s largest chocolate company, employing some 6,000 people from 27 countries.

Nicholls sponsored a chocolate tasting session open to the public at Collins Hall last week.

Twenty islanders showed up to listen to a talk from local chocolate professional Mark Pennington, and to sample, and purchase, chocolate from Nicholls.

Nicholls says that part of her motivation for creating her company was to bring the best chocolate to the island, which she considers Barry Callebaut to be. The chocolate is made in France but cocoa beans are grown in a variety of countries, including Ecuador, Tanzania, Cuba, St. Domingue, Mexico, Venezuela and Ghana.

The cocoa content in the chocolate Nicholls sells is high (which means less sugar); for example the Ecuadorian chocolate, with the highest cocoa bean content of the ten or so samples, was 76 per cent cocoa; when it came time to taste, it was among the more popular.

“Karen’s chocolate sales are perfect timing, with Valentine’s coming up,” islander Carmen Dives said after the evening. “And the talk was very informative and the chocolate was really tasty.

“Are we doing it again next week?”

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Then this evening was created with you in mind. Join us this pre-Valentine’s weekend for tunes, tales and theatre about gut-wrenching, unrequited love, about love matches not made in heaven, about love gone awry and about love gone out the window and never coming back.

On Friday, February 10, at 7 p.m., come out to the Tir-na-nOg Theatre for Happily Never After, the variety show that’s sure to provide a thorough cleanse through laughter and tears in preparation for a truly wonderful Valentine’s Day. You will support the Black Sheep Morris Dancers’ touring season (England, again?!) as well as the theatre school’s building fund and help to ensure an ongoing venue for the upcoming 24th Spring

Festival of Plays.

The evening will feature two scenes from The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe

by Jane Wagner, a teaser for the full play which will run as part of the Spring Festival.

The variety show’s lineup includes Bowen’s Black Sheep Morris Dancers and Tir-na-nOg adult students Tanya Voormeij-de Zwart and Laura O’Neill. Also taking the stage will be Martin Clarke as MC, Lyn, Emily and Adrian Van Lidth de Jeude, Corbin Keep and the Bowen Island Cello Collective, Lisa Shatzky, Kat Bernards, Susan Munro and the inimitable Bob Doucet and friends.

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Bowen islanders Payton Grundy and Ted Duffield scored a win with their team, West Van Thunder C2, at the Sunshine Coast tournament last weekend.

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he growing number of icehockey players on Bowen Island has produced something coveted in minor hockey – a tournament win. Island Pee Wees Payton Grundy, 11, and teammate Ted Duffield, 12, are on the West Van Thunder C2 team that won the ‘Blues Blast’ tourney in the Sunshine Coast last weekend.

The team breezed through roundrobin play, a 12-0 shellacking of Powell River sending a message they were for real.

Along the way, Grundy and Duffield, both power forwards with finesse, contributed to the scoring.

Duffield recorded a hat-trick in one game and in another was named MVP while Grundy recorded a four assists game.

In total, the team was 5-0, includ-

ing a 5-1 win over Aldergrove in the final; throughout the tourney they outscored their opposition, 32-6.

Spencer Grundy, Payton’s dad, called the tournament an “incredible� experience for the kids who now enter postseason play with confidence. “They clinched the league banner which will be hung from the rafters in the West Vancouver Ice arena some time next week,� he said. “And then they begin their Cinderella season by taking home ice advantage into the playoffs.�

Other island kids playing for West Van teams include goalie Keelan Hondro, whose rep team came second in a tourney in Seattle earlier in the season, Angus Ingram, Connolly ‘the Con Man’ Ingram, River Hooper, Declan Morris-Schwarz (whose brother Alexander is taking a year off), Peter ‘Boom Boom’ Blomberg, Christian ‘Puckstopper’ Perroni and Ryan ‘the Hammer’ Hanen.

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CPLL covers the western portion of West Vancouver, plus Bowen Island and Lions Bay. The league is open to boys and girls aged five to 18 who don’t need any baseball experience to play. Teams are formed after spring break and the season ends by Father’s Day. A typical week might include one practice, one town game and one weekend game on Bowen Island.

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Bowen Island has had a long and successful history with Cypress Park Little League. Countless local kids have played for CPLL, often for five years or more. Time and time again, parents and coaches from West Vancouver have said how much fun it is for them to come to Bowen for games at the ball field in the cove.

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It starts with an image Island poet wins spot in Irish anthology SUSANNE MARTIN EDITOR

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t started with the metallic sound of a tin spoon scraping over a dish and the feeling of being restless and tethered at the same time. Over a period of 50 hours, Jude Neale wrote and edited her poem Blue Bowl and submitted it for the 2012 Gregory O’Donoghue International Poetry Prize in Cork, Ireland. She said, “I entered it on November 30 and, two weeks later, they phoned me and said that I was short-listed.”

The poem ranked seventh and will be included in an anthology to be published in March.

Neale recalls, “I saw the call for submission online and thought that Irish writers would probably like my stuff because it is very lyrical.” Neale said that Blue Bowl took her longer than the average of 30 to 40 hours she usually spends on a poem. She said, “This poem took me 50 hours to write. It started out with 400 words and now it has 90.”

“I work completely in images,” Neale said.

“I start with a line, just a couple of words. For Blue Bowl, that was a tin spoon.” She said when she closes her eyes and imagines a feeling, she always comes up with an image. “I sit down with the intention to work. I write between 11 at night and 5 in the morning.

It is black and still in the night,” she says.

“There are no distractions, none.” She adds that all that can be heard is her voice coming out of the computer room. She explains, “I talk my poems into existence. I need to hear the rhythm and the cadence.” She admits that this process might have something to do with her background as a singer.

“It’s an intuitive process,” Neale explains. “I read out the lines and know ‘this doesn’t have the right syllable count or this is too glottal.’”

To her, the editing process reflects her understanding that poetry is “an oral tradition. It is made to be spoken and listened to.”

The words on the page become powerful when they are spoken, Neale says. She has recorded some of her work with Bowen musician Teun Schut; and cellist Corbin Keep turned two of her poems into songs. Neale also enjoys readings. She said, “I’ve done 36 readings since my book [Only the Fallen Can See] came out.” The poetry volume addresses the issue of bipolar illness and Neal says the topic finds wide resonance. She said, “A lot of people come up to me after the readings and say, ‘I’m just like that,’ or ‘I feel depressed sometimes.’”

Neale says that the form of poetry was a perfect medium for a subject like mental illness. She explained, “The subtleties of language are exquisite in poetry. And the label of the book helped people become aware of it.”

The book ties in with what Neale is trying to achieve. “I want to have an impact on the world,” she said. “I want to affect one person at the time whether I am singing or teaching or writing. I want to make a change, to help people get a different perspective.” And she believes that this can be done with words.

Neale used to work as a teacher but is now retired. There are a lot of parallels between the way she writes and the way she taught creative writing. She explained, “[My students] were used to creating poetry from the moment they entered the classroom.

And they knew that I didn’t tolerate pretty words.” Neal admits that her students sometimes called her “slasher” because of how she wielded the red pen. And she is much more ruthless when it comes to editing her own poetry. This approach is part of what has earned her the award. Patrick Cotter,

Jude Neale is ‘quite chuffed’ about her success overseas. judge of the 2012 Gregory O’Donoghue International Poetry Prize, put it this way, “Neale’s Blue Bowl is an affecting love poem without bathos or discordant music, without any of the time-worn clichés of love-speak.”

Neale’s husband, Paul Hooson, is also welcome to pick up the red pen. Neale says, “He critiques the poems and gives me advice on what doesn’t work well and where I need more of a punch. I have 20 or 30 versions of each poem - I keep them in case there is a line that I like.” Neale credits Elisabeth Harvor, whom she has worked with since 2006, for teaching her how to edit her own writing.

Neale has published two books, Only the Fallen Can See (Leaf Press, 2011) and The

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Perfect Word Collapses. She said, “There are 500 poems on my computer and I have the next book ready. It is called A Quiet Coming of Light.”

“Now that I’ve moved away from depression, I’m working on a series of funny poems,” Neale says. She adds that she has also written poetry about marriage and she is constantly looking for opportunities to publish. She said, “I have a list of publishers whom I keep informed. It’s a full time job to send stuff out.” And she is glad to have access to online databases where she found the call for submission in Ireland. She said, “It’s the first time I’m published overseas. When they called me, they said, ‘you should feel quite chuffed.’

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You and Your Preschooler are invited to an Early Learning Fair and Tea Party Social

Saturday, February 25, 2012 10:00 am – noon BICS – Primary Wing Free!

Contact BICS to confirm your family’s attendance 604 947-9337

This fun-filled morning is hosted by a number of community partners on Bowen Island.

We are working together to support families by reaching out to parents to share ideas and resources to enhance children’s development in the early years. This event is sponsored by the West Vancouver School District and is part of the Ready, Set, Learn initiative from the Ministry of Education. We hope that you and your preschooler will join us.

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LIBRARY BOARD VACANCY The Bowen Island Municipality and Bowen Island Public Library are seeking expressions of interest from Bowen Island residents to fill one vacant volunteer position on the Library Board, which meets on the third Tuesday of every month.

We are seeking applications from residents who are committed to the ideals of open and equitable access to information through public library service. For more information please call Tina Nielsen, Chief Librarian, at 604-947-9788 or email questions to info@bowenlibrary.ca Those interested in sitting on the Library Board are asked to submit a one page summary of their background, their skills and of their interests in public library service by Friday, February 17, 2012 at 4:00 p.m. to: Kathy Lalonde, Corporate Officer, Bowen Island Municipality, 981 Artisan Lane, Bowen Island, BC V0N 1G2, FAX: 604-947-0193 or email: klalonde@bimbc.ca

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On the calendar FRIDAY, FEB. 10 • Youth Centre: 6 to 10:30 p.m. Free food, free movies. Drop in.

• Jazz Night: Worldclass live jazz with local heroes Teun Schut, Rob Bailey and Big Buff Allen. Which guest star will they bring this Friday? First set starts at 7:30 p.m. End-ofweek “wine-down” with great house wines and fresh BC oysters. Doc Morgan’s Pub. • The Gallery at Artisan Square: Artist’s reception with Jane Kenyon, from 7 to 9 p.m.

• Legion dinner: 6:30 p.m. Members and guests welcome.

SATURDAY, FEB. 11 • Speed-dating (Bowen style) “Hey, wait...aren’t we related?” Doc Morgan’s Pub, register by 7 p.m.

• Deer in the headlights: Great live folk-rock tunes at Doc’s “anti-Valentines” party!

Doc Morgan’s Pub. • Muppet Movie: Cates Hill Chapel, 3:30 p.m. $5 tickets at Phoenix and IPS. Concession of popcorn, juice, and cupcakes.

Raffle draw after the movie for two Tuscany pizzas, movie rental and popcorn.

SUNDAY, FEB. 12 • Village SongCircle: 7 to 9 p.m. at Bowen Court. Come at no cost to check it out, fee is on

a sliding scale from $75 to $150 for 12-week session.

Support Group: Meets two evenings/mo. (604) 947-2717.

MONDAY, FEB. 13

• Weight Watchers: Collins Hall. 6:15-7:15 p.m. Call 947-2880.

• Seniors Keeping Young: 9 a.m. line dancing 9:45 a.m. exercises, singing and refreshments, 11 a.m.

Kip Anastasiou: Afred Nobel and the Nobel prizes with a discussion about Ralph Steinman and his recent Nobel in medicine.

• AA Meeting: Women’s: 9:15 a.m., Collins Hall.

TUESDAY, FEB. 14 • Valentine’s Day specials: at Doc’s, Tuscany and Miksa.

Take your sweatheart out for a treat.

• AA Meetings: Open meetings, 7:15 p.m.

Collins Hall/United Church. 604-434-3933.

• World Sound Healing Day: gathering at 11:15 to tone together for global harmonization at noon, email healingsongcheryl@ gmail.com or call 9472057 for info.

THURSDAY, FEB. 16 • Youth Centre: 4 to 6 p.m. Practise with your band or listen to music.

Free food.

• Nia classes: Sun. 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the yoga co-op at Artisan Square. Tues.

7 p.m. at the Youth Centre and Thurs. 9:15 a.m. at the Gallery at Artisan Square.

Call Carol at 9408 or Deborah at 2290 for info.

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The Merchant of Death is Dead.” When Alfred Nobel read this obituary, he was horrified. A Paris newspaper mistakenly thought that he was dead instead of his wealthier older oil baron brother, Ludwig.

It is a matter of conjecture whether or not reading this very negative obituary led to the establishment of the Nobel Prizes, first awarded five years after Albert’s actual death in 1896.

Today, millions of people remember Albert and almost nobody remembers Ludwig. Kip Anastasiou will outline the life of Albert Nobel and discuss the Nobel Prizes and how they came to be.

One of the most worthy Nobel Prizes was awarded for medicine last October. The recipient was Ralph Steinman, a McGill graduate and Canadian to the core.

After taking his medical degree, he

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DRIVERS, FARMERS, RANCHERS & RETIREES with 2003 or newer 1-Ton duallie, diesel; pickups & 8’box to deliver new travel trailers & fifth wheels from US manufacturers to Canadian dealers. Free IRP plate for your truck and low insurance rates! Prefer commercial Driver’s License. Top Pay! Call Craig 1-877-890-4523 www.starfleettrucking.com

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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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HELP WANTED All Sports Minded Individuals!!! $11 - $20/hr!

Like music and a team environment? No experience nec, no telemarketing, 10 openings available.

Call Erica at 604-777-2195 An earthmoving company based in Edson Alberta requires a full time Heavy Duty Mechanic for field and shop work. We require Cat Dozer/Deere excavator experience.

You will work a set schedule for days on and off. Call Lloyd @ 780723-5051 AUTOMATED TANK Manufacturing Inc. requires a Spray Foam & Paint Applicator. Must have minimum 2 years experience, and must be in good physical health. Great wages, benefits, full insurance package 100% paid by company, savings plan for retirement, profit sharing bonus, long term employment.

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DIRECT SALES REPRESENTATIVES. Canada’s premiere home automation and Security Company is NOW hiring AprilAugust. No experience necessary. Travel Required. E-mail resume: kkurtze@vivint.com Visit: www.vivint.ca MAINTENANCE/LOADER OPERATOR NEEDED This is a fulltime, permanent position starting immediately at our plant in Princeton, BC. Minimum of 10 years maintenance experience required on a variety of production and mobile equipment.

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Must be able to handle a variety of tasks, work well with minimum supervision and be part of the team.

Please submit resumes by fax 250295-7912 or email g_zieske@xplornet.ca

PORT HARDY-Available immediately, working Bodyshop Manager.

Painter/Bodyman.

Competitive pay, benefits and bonuses. Also looking for a Journeyman GM Technician.

Send resumes to Attention Cory, klassengm@gmail.com or fax 250-949-7440.

PROCESSOR OPERATOR WANTED To run a Waratah dangle head on a Volvo carrier. Work on site in our post and rail yard in Princeton, BC. Great working conditions, competitive wages, benefits, profit sharing, 10 hour days, 4 days a week.

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MEDICAL/DENTAL

BUSY oral surgery practice in Langley requires full-time CDA. Surgical experience an asset. Fax resume to 604-532-9687

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4tTH YEAR Journeyman Plumbers & Sheetmetal workers needed in Kindersly SK. Top wages, benefits, bcclassified.com RRSP, room for advancement, positive work atmosphere. Contact office@lukplumbing.com or 306 463-6707.

PERSONAL SERVICES 188

LEGAL SERVICES

CRIMINAL RECORD? Guaranteed Record Removal since 1989. Confidential, Fast, & Affordable. Our A+BBB Rating assures EMPLOYMENT & TRAVEL FREEDOM. Call for FREE INFO. BOOKLET

PETS 477

PETS

LAB cross puppies, vet checked, 1st shots, eager and social $350, 604-823-6739 afternoons/evenings.

MINI SCHNAUZER pups. 1st shots, dewormed, tails docked, vet ✓ $800/ea. Call 604-657-2915.

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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

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

POMERIAN Teacup loving babies, 1st shots, dewormed, dew claws done $650 + (604)581-2772

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283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

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GUTTER Cleaning Service, Repairs Free Est, 20 yrs exp, Rain or shine.

7 days/week. Simon 604-230-0627

EXPERIENCED DRILLERS, Derrickhands, Motorhands and Floorhands. Seeking full rig crews. Paying higher than industry rates and winter bonus. Send resume c/w valid tickets. Fax 780-955-2008; info@tempcodrilling.com Phone 780-955-5537

STEEL BUILDINGS FOR ALL USES! Spring Deals! Make an offer on sell-off models at factory and save thousands NOW! Call for FREE Brochure - 1-800-668-5111 ext.

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High Caliber Construction Repair, Replace, Remodel...

LANGLEY CNC SHOP looking for a CNC Mill Operator and a CNC Mill Programmer. Our shop uses modern 4 Japanese horizontal milling machines and one Vertical to produce our own product. We run 95% aluminum and utilize Chick Workholding. Solidworks and Gibbs are the Cadd/Cam used. Applicants must have 2 years on the job for either position. Also applicants must be willing to work in a flexible good natured envoirment, that is not bring negativity into the shop. Hours are 7:00AM-3:30 PM Monday-Friday. Pay will be based on skill level and will be at or above market standards. Extended medical offvvered after 3 months.

CUSTOM HOMES • Basement, Kitchen & Bath Remodels • Room Additions • Drywall • Paint • Texture • Finishing • Floors & More Since 1972 Dan 778-837-0771

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MOVING & STORAGE

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Real Professionals, Reasonable.

Rates. Different From the Rest.

604-721-4555.

329 PAINTING & DECORATING A-TECH Services 604-230-3539 Running this ad for 8yrs

WELDER FABRICATOR ASSEMBLY LINE WORKERS

PAINT SPECIAL

A well established truck & trailer company has immediate openings for several experienced positions at their location in Surrey. These are permanent positions, wages are negotiable.

Candidates who fulfill the requirement should: Fax resume 604-596-3106

(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

3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour

MISC. FOR SALE

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?

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HOUSES FOR SALE

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

4tTH YEAR Journeyman Plumbers & Sheetmetal workers needed in Kindersly SK. Top wages, benefits, RRSP, room for advancement, positive work atmosphere. Contact office@lukplumbing.com or 306 463-6707

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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Samoyed Pups Champion Sired, Vet chk/ vac. $1200: 604-630-7788 www.summerhillsamoyeds.com

YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

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BUILDING SUPPLIES

FURNITURE

MATTRESSES staring at $99 • Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings 100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331 Queen Pillow Top Mattress & Box • 720 Coil 2.5’’ Pillowtop • Brand New • 10 yr. warranty • Your Price $490 604.807.5864 The Mattress Guy

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2006 Kubota RTV900 Diesel 4 wd 125 hrs. Pwr dump, Warn winch, Ex. cond. $9700. 604-671-7256

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AMERICAN Terrier Pitbulls purebred. $1,000. negot. Vet ✔, 3 wks old. Reseve now. 604-217-2983

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HEALTH PRODUCTS

HERBAL MAGIC Open House.

Feb. 6th-12th. Drop by for prizes, discounts and product tasting. Special Offer - Lose weight, less than $10/week. Call 1-800-376-2104.

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BEAGLE PUPS, tri colored, good looking, healthy, vet check $400.

(604)796-3026. No Sunday calls BERNESE Mountain Dog Puppies.

Vet checked with first shots and ready for new homes. $1,200. 778241-5504. Langley Cairn Terriers: shots/dewormed.

Ready to go to good homes. over 20 yrs of referrals. 604-807-5204 or 604-592-5442/604-854-1978 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 CAVALIER King Charles Spaniels, vet checkd, vaccinated. Champion Sired. (604)630-7788 CHIHUAHUA, 5 year old, female, very sweet & clean, $400. Call 604794-7347 Dble. yellow head Amazon parrot w/extra large cage. Exp. lrge bird keepers only.$1400. 604-823-6782.

ENGLISH BULLDOG PUPPIES Male/Female, shots, micro-chip, vet checked, health guarantee. $2400.

Call 604-970-3807.

F1B GOLDENDOODLE pups. Vet ✔ Ready to go. 1st shots, dewormed.

Family raised. $900. 604-309-4595.

Run AB, SK, BC on a FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE!

Do you want to:

• Work a Tuesday – Saturday schedule?

• Work a Sunday – Thursday schedule?

• Work a Monday – Friday night schedule?

• Be home every second day/night? …or tell us what works for you! We can work with our available options to help create the position you have been waiting for – we are busy in the West!

Get into the Driver’s seat with a recognized industry leader earning the income you deserve!

Are you a quality Class 1 Driver or Owner Operator?

Our Recruiters are ready to take your call!

1.800.462.4766

GOLDEN Retriever puppies, born Jan. 7th, family raised, very well socialized, 1st shots & deworming included. Mission 604-820-4827.

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GOLDEN Retriever pups. Ready to go. Vet ✔, 1st shots, dewormed.

Family raised. $600. 778-808-5459.

Bison Transport is committed to Employment Equity and Diversity.

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Where’s the ball?

Get your scissors and pens ready for a chance to win SUSANNE MARTIN EDITOR

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pot the Ball, a popular British contest, has been adapted for Bowen Island by James Milligan, a student at Island Pacific School. An avid soccer player from childhood, Milligan has chosen the topic of soccer for his grade 9 masterworks program. He has researched the many ways soccer can make a difference in people’s lives. By looking at charity events, he came across Spot the Ball and set out to use the concept as a fundraiser to bring soccer to underprivileged children.

With the help of his masterworks advisors Morgan Quarry, Phil Carlington and Ted Spear, Milligan has modified the idea. He explained, “We submit a picture of a soccer game to the Undercurrent but the ball will be photo-shopped out. People buy the paper, cut out the picture and mark the spot where they think the ball should be.” He said that the x that marks the spot should be drawn with a fine-point pen – felt pens will be disqualified.

This week, contestants can enter for free and win a gift certificate worth $50 for the Ruddy Potato. After that, participation will cost a dollar for a guess or a toonie for three guesses.

Milligan said, “Then you take the photos and the money to the red and white drop boxes at the recreation office, the Snug, the General Store, The Office at Artisan Square or the Undercurrent with your name, age and phone number on the envelope.

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Deadline to enter is Tuesdays at 4 p.m.” After that, the photo will be evaluated by a panel of three expert judges (numbers will be assigned to the photos so that the judges don’t see the names) and, whoever has hit the right spot, will be awarded a prize, says Milligan. No more than three guesses should be marked on one photo but people can submit as many pictures as they like. The judges’ decision is final and the winner will be announced in the next Undercurrent edition.

Milligan has secured a number of prizes from the Bowen Island Football Club and local businesses. For more ideas or donations, please contact jamesm@go.islandpacific.org.

“The money we collect will support athletic endeavors for underprivileged kids,” Milligan said. “I want to buy soccer balls and send them into areas where kids might not have access to them.” He added that soccer is a great sport as it requires very little in terms of equipment.

Milligan said that soccer definitely has had an impact on his own life.

“I love team sports and have played soccer since I was little. Right now, I play four days a week, five if I can.

I’m not sure what I would do with my time if I didn’t have soccer,” he said.

“It’s great to have a team. Even if you don’t know the people that well, you always have something to talk about because you have soccer in common.”

Milligan thinks that team sports foster a sense of belonging and that is something that he wants to share with the world.

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HOMES WANTED

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ABBOTSFORD. TOWNHOUSE in 55+ complex. 1200 sf, 2 bdrm. 1.5 baths, large living room, oak kit, 2 decks. Small pet ok. Walk to shops.

Quiet area. Moving ~ must sell. $184,000. 604-308-0451 8am-7pm.

Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal

660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

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Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

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Clip out the soccer picture, mark the place where you think the ball should be and drop it off with your name and phone number. This week’s winning prize is sponsored by the Ruddy Potato.

James Milligan, with the help of his masterworks advisors Phil Carlington, Morgan Quarry and Ted Spear, is bringing the contest to Bowen Island.

TRANSPORTATION

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CARS - DOMESTIC

2005 CHRYSLER SEBRING convertible, silver, 84 k’s. auto. Mags. $6795/obo. (604)826-0519 2006 IMPALA LS, all options, original owner. $5500 obo. Call 604581-0589.

FREE TOWING 7 days/wk.

We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022

847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES 2004 JEEP GRAND Cherokee Ltd. 4x4, auto, green, 126K, $8800 incl. tax. Call 604-538-4883

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TRUCKS & VANS

1992 PLEASURE-WAY Dodge van, 318 engine, 4 spd., no rust, many upgrades, mint cond. $20,900 obo (604)853-2427 1999 CHEVY VENTURE, white, auto, rebuilt trans, head gasket, new brakes, $2495. (604)826-0519 2004 F350 LARIAT CREW CAB, 4X4, long box, 180K, full load $15,500/obo. 604-812-1278

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Bright suite on Cates, park-like setting with ocean view, near forest trails; priv. entrance, garden level with patio. Three months, poss. longer, semi- or fully furn. Dog negot. $925 incl. cable, wireless, utilities, laundry access. N/S; must have excellent references. suiteonbowen@shaw.ca FOR RENT: 1 bdrm ground floor suite in newer home, located mid-island. On bus route w/ vegetable gardening opportunities, mountain view with sunny patio, storage shed, full kitchen w/ 4 full size appliances, insuite W/D. Wireless internet & cable included. Avail.Mar.1 $775.00/month + hydro.

Call (604) 219-6556 FOR RENT! 2 bdrm. above ground bsmt. suite avail. IMMEDIATELY! $650/mo includes utilities & cable, w/d. Sorry, no pets.

604-947-2805 FOR RENT 2 bdrm. garden suite. Upper Oceanview Rd. Close to cove, bus route. $950 heat / hydro incl.

Avail.Feb.1. 778-872-1979 For Rent

2 bedroom plus den. Long term. $1550/mon. Woodstove.

Ocean view. Close to beach.

Angell Hasman Rlty 604-657-1864

FOR RENT: small office Seabreeze Building. Internet.

Copier. Parking. (604) 657-1864

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FOR RENT 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home with ocean view. No pets. No smoking.

Long term.$1700/mo.

604-657-1864 David Riddell Angell Hasman Realty.

FOR RENT New, clean Cates Hill oceanview 1br or 2br suite.

Non Smokers please. $800/mo. Available Mar 1.

Call PJ @ 778 996 2898 FOR RENT: Office space in Snug Cove: 2 units, 141 sq.ft. & 255 sq. ft. office spaces with shared common entrance, kitchen, bathroom.

For more info please call: 604-947-0099 ext. 104

Or email ka@bowenislandproperties.bc.ca For rent: Private 5 bdrs home, waterfront, amazing view, close to beach, on bus routes, fireplace and woodstove, office, playroom, 2 1/2 bathrm, private dock $2,450.00/mo + util. ennasus@telus.net FOR RENT: Studio apt. between Village Square and Municipal Hall. Avail.Feb. 1st.

References required.

Sorry, no pets. 947-2944 FREE 4, 13” studded snow tires mounted on Honda wheels, 60% tread left. Call 947-2811 LOST - black leather gloves, Thinsulate lining, letter “H” on wrist strap. Lost in cove. Please call Glenn Milsted @2868 if found.

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UNCLASSIFIED HOUSE (most of) CONTENTS SALE Quality sofas, antique furniture, Ikea bookcases, shelves, movie posters, antiques, CD’s, mattresses, tools, large wood casement window, 6x6 beams and much more. Email for list bobnbasil@gmail.com or call 604.657.2245 before 9pm. Viewing by appointment on Sunday Feb.12th, prior to garage sale next weekend.

K-7 Pro-d Day/Reading Break Camps at Collins Hall. Feb.16 and 17 from 8-4. Attend one day or both for $25/day. Two snacks and hot lunch included, plus fun and games indoors and out.

Call Mary Ann at 0657 or register by email @ mazakreski@gmail.com LOST last Fri. or Sat. in Doc’s Laundry or library area, upper plate dentures.

Please call 2442.

URGENTLY NEEDED. SALT SPREADER FOR SALE. Truck mounted made by Bobcat.

Paid $2100.00 asking $1050.00 Only used approximately 8 hrs or less. Call 604-830-9391 or e-mail bertstopsoil@telus.net SHARED ACCOMMODATION / FURNISHED 2 BEDROOM Scarborough/Eaglecliffe area, on the bus route. Laundry & Hydro incl. $600/month 2 lovely cats & one gal. email julie2011@me.com

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Sentimental silver drop earring for pierced ear lost on Jan 17 between the ferry, Snug Café and The Lodge at the Old Dorm on Bowen Island. One inch long with hollow core and cutouts.

Shaped like a tear-drop. Please call Joanne at 604-970-0037 or contact: catherine.soussloff@ubc.ca.

Studio Cottage for Rent Very private, newly reno’d, Bluewater area. Spectacular ocean & mtn.views.

Avail. immed. 604-926-4501 after 7pm Tech Savvy Seniors Are you having trouble using your latest gadgets? Such as iPads, iPhones, Computers, Software, Printers, Scanners or any other products? Then give us a call at 604-562-0251 and we can help!

TUTOR FOR HIRE: Elementary school teacher available for all subjects, plus French through grade 8. B.A., B.Ed. Ten years experience teaching preschool through grade 8. Contact Mary Ann Zakreski: mazakreski@gmail.com or call 0657.

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Home Again this Weekend!

In Squamish for the Landfill Funding Announcement, the Howe Sound Women’s Centre, then Whistler and the North Shore. See you on the Sunshine Coast, Feb 23rd!

On Friday, February 3, Frank Nielsen turned 90 years of age. Many of his family and friends came out to celebrate this auspicious occasion and to raise the Danish flag at Tunstall Bay in his honour. For the last 25 years, Nielsen has made it his annual tradition to go for a swim on his birthday and this year was no exception. Debra Stringfellow photos

John Weston

North Shore Constituency Office Tel: 604.981.1790 Fax: 604.981.1794 Member of Parliament John.Weston@parl.gc.ca Suite 21 - 285 17th Street, West Vancouver - Sunshine Coast - Sea to Sky Country West Vancouver, BC, V7V 3S6

A MAGICAL, ONE-ACT MUSICAL VERSION OF ALICE IN WONDERLAND, STARRING THE STUDENTS OF ISLAND DISCOVERY, WHICH WILL APPEAL TO ALL AGES, EVEN VERY YOUNG ONES. RUNNING TIME: 70 MINUTES ALL AGES, EVEN VERY YOUNG ONES. RUNNING TIME: 70 MINUTES

THUR. FEB. 23 FRI. FEB. 24 SAT. FEB. 25 SUN. FEB. 26

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7:00PM 7:00PM 7:00PM 7:00PM

Tickets $10.00 Tickets available at Phoenix All performaces will be held at Tir-na-nOg. For more information call us at 604 947 0700

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