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Last weekend for Pvt. Wars

Bowen Islanders add their voices in praise of Dr. Sugar’s care

BowFEAST invites community to savour amazing local bounty

Review hails play as excellent theatre experience

Last weekend, paddlers, boaters and spectators on land were treated to the spectacular sight of a pod of Orcas frolicking off the Bowen Island shore.

Accessible from the outside SUSANNE MARTIN EDITOR

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he Bowen Island Community School grounds with the playground and sports fields play an important role in the community as they are a hub for sports and recreational activities. But due to funding cuts, the hours for community access to the school and washrooms have been reduced since the fall of 2011. This has presented a challenge for sports team members, their families and those using the playground. At the Monday, July 23 council meeting, director of community recreation services Christine Walker spoke to council about the possibility of creating washrooms that are accessible from the outside. “Community washroom access at BICS has been an ongoing challenge,� Walker said. “It has been particularly a prob-

lem on the weekends because there is no custodial service and we have many activities and community uses beyond [regular school] hours. Over the summer, the school remains closed on weekends but we’ve arranged to have porta-potties on site.� Walker explained that the Bowen Island Municipality has signed a new joint-use agreement with the School District 45 in May. “At this time, the school district brought forward the proposal of renovating the change rooms and building washroom access from the outside. They agreed to install doors that are located right off the tennis court and proposed to share the cost.�

Walker said that she realizes that the municipal budget has already been passed and doesn’t include this project but one of the options sees the school district continued PAGE 2

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Feedback about TransLink service SUSANNE MARTIN EDITOR

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ransLink has recently completed a public consultation process and at the July 23 council meeting, Brian Mills, director of services and infrastructure planning, and Martin Lay, director of contracted transit services, shared some of the feedback and plans for Bowen Island.

Lay said that after collecting and evaluating comments from transit users, TransLink has initiated transport improvements that include increased seabus service and additional bus service to reduce crowding. Lay also stated that TransLink is partnering with local government and municipalities to facilitate improvements like the approach to the Lions’ Gate Bridge. In the regional context, major funding initiatives included

the Evergreen Line rapid transit program, major Road Network funding that comes to $20 million in 2012 and funding for the TransLink Bike Capital program for $6 million. Lay also stressed that TransLink is making an ongoing effort to increase service optimization. The company is assessing least productive and most productive services with the intention to increase ridership as well as revenue.

Bowen Island is included in the North Shore area transit plan and was part of the public consultation that saw face-toface meetings as well as online feedback in 2012. Lay said the goal of the evaluation was to look for the “greatest opportunity to make a difference.� “Our vision is to look forward 30 years and partner with the community,� Lay said. continued PAGE 3

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This sign greeted the members of the soccer teams in the fall of 2011. To remedy the situation, the school district proposes to share the cost of reconfiguring the washrooms so they can be accessible from the outside. Debra Stringfellow file photo

Cost of reconfiguring washrooms can be deferred continued PAGE 1 footing the bill until 2013, when BIM can pay its half of the cost.

“The pro of this option is that there is construction work already under way at the school,” Walker said, adding that the plumbing is already in place – it just needs to be reconfigured – and that cost efficiencies can be found because the contractors are already working on the site. “The big benefit is not only having washroom access for the community but it would also alleviate the pressure to bring in a custodian to open the school for additional hours,” Walker said.

Walker explained that her department has identified grant funding that could potentially go toward the renovation cost. Deputy treasurer Kristen Watson spoke about the financial aspects. “We are looking at council to commit $10,000 to 25,000 which represents 50 per cent of the total cost. That amount would be reduced by the grant money,” she said, adding that she sees a good chance of the grant applications to be successful as the project criteria fit

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well with the requirements for the Community Infrastructure Improvements Fund and the School Community Connections Program.

As another potential source of funding, Watson had identified the Community Recreation Reserve Fund. She said, “We are looking at $25,000 as the worst case scenario that comes into play if we don’t get the grants and if the project is that expensive.”

Watson said that there is a demonstrated community need and that the school district has agreed to take care of the maintenance. Walker added that a “magnetic lock would lock the doors after hours.”

Councillor Andrew Stone cautioned that the money would have to be trimmed from next year’s budget that already includes a number of items deferred from this year.

Counillor Cro Lucas said, “I see this as a practical solution to some of the problems we’ve had.

Especially if we are successful in obtaining the grants, this is a very positive move forward.”

Council approved moving ahead with the project.

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Public asks for more bus stops, better signage and connections

Bonus pay reform excludes TransLink, Ferries officials JEFF NAGEL

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“On Bowen Island, a number of corridors have been identified for the opportunity for service in the future in an effort to provide increased mobility for residents,” Lay said.

After asking community members what they would like to see, TransLink evaluated all requests and suggestions with a view of whether they could be delivered and made sense from a financial point of view as well as “some sort of transportation benefit.” The suggestions were also assessed for their potential to be included in a long-term plan. “On Bowen, we received requests for service to Hood Point, to Cowan Point and the golf course and to Taylor Way, Valhalla,” Lay said.

TransLink also received a number of suggestions that related to way-finding, fare dealers and bus stop infrastructure on Bowen Island. “We have started to draft a way-finding plan and are exploring what signage needs to be improved,” Lay said, adding that the feedback primarily addressed the physical way-finding but the online component also needs attention. “Bowen Island is included in the online trip planner but some locally known names are not recognized by the system. We can work with staff to put the names into the system,” Lay said.

Lay believes that tickets need to be available for purchase in island shops and says that TransLink has communicated with a fare dealer group that is willing to work with a local business. But he added that this is a temporary measure, “We soon plan to implement a smart card, like the London Oyster card. The principle is that one person owns a card and can top it up by internet or pay stations. That will change how people buy fares in the future and will probably reduce the need to go to a physical shop.”

An issue that was identified as needing improvement was the bus stop infrastructure. “There were requests to have more stops on the island,” Lay said. “We offer the flexibility of having a flag stop system but it was suggested to have designated bus stops at some intersections. A bus stop involves at the minimum a pole describing what the routes are and how to get in contact with TransLink but we also encourage the provision of a safe and sheltered waiting area with a bench.”

Councillor Alison Morse interjected that it would be helpful to have designated bus stops in areas that are frequented by tourists like Artisan Square and Bowen Bay Beach.

Challenges to coordinate buses with ferry departure and arrival times lay in the change of ferry schedules as well as cut-off times, according to Lay. “I’ve asked my staff to establish connection with BC Ferries for better coordination,” he said.

One of the discussion points Lay spoke about was the flexibility of service. “The Bowen Island service is designed according to our standards,” he said. “At the moment, we don’t have all the tools to make that service more flexible than it is today. One thing we will look at in our 2012/13 regional strategy is to lower the cost and find ways to make the service more flexible.”

Lay said that a HandyDart service was suggested for Bowen Island but that the number of local registered HandyDart service users is very low. “We will look at a more flexible service design to serve people with disabilities,” he said.

Lay said that TransLink is working diligently to reduce

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Public feedback shed light on the need for more designated bus stops on Bowen Island. Susanne Martin file photo its cost and is looking at ways for measuring capacity utilization rates. “For this kind of service level, we would expect 20 or more passengers boarding the bus by hour,” he said. “But we also look at other aspects like peak utilization and whether it’s the only service in the community or not.”

Councillor Darron Jennings was curious to learn TransLink’s view on passenger ferries. Lay said that an earlier study had identified the market for passenger ferries as small. “The benefit was not obvious at that time,” he said.

Councillor Wolfgang Duntz asked about the cost of the bus system on Bowen Island. Mills replied, “For 2012, the budget cost was $450,859. That includes repair and maintenance, so we are running over budget this year.” Lay added that fare recovery is not broken down by municipality. “The regional fare recovery is 54 per cent and we know that Bowen Island is a low recovery service,” he said.

Duntz said that, with a heavily subsidized service, he could see part of the subsidy go to support a passenger service from downtown Vancouver to Bowen Island. “We recognize that the ferry is part of the transportation system and we have two boat operators who have approached the municipality for a subsidy to enable a much needed and much appreciated system to walk on the boat and end up in Vancouver.”

Lay said that TransLink would certainly examine the potential of the service if a proposal was brought forward from the municipality or a private enterprise.

Toni Leverett spoke on behalf of Bowen Transit and said that the ridership on Bowen is recorded and sent to TransLink but the numbers have not found their way into TransLink’s system.

She also said, “We haven’t had timetables printed out for years and years, we print them out ourselves but having printed timetables like they have in town here would be lovely.”

Richard Goth was also in the audience.

He said, “I have the privilege of being a bus driver and I see a lot of gratitude from people for getting them there and back. It would be good to get increased signage.”

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The move replaces the current bonus systems at Crown agencies with a hold back of up to 20 per cent of executives’ pay, which is released if targets are met.

The province also announced a pay freeze for current Crown executives and said new senior executives will be hired at salaries 10 per cent lower than their predecessors.

Incentive pay – publicly unpopular but considered an effective tool in encouraging performance – became a flashpoint in 2009 when it was revealed former Ferries CEO David Hahn’s bonuses and benefits doubled his pay to more than $1 million.

Bonuses to TransLink executives were paid out earlier this year but are under a board-ordered review for future years and are also being examined as part of a provincial audit of the transportation authority. Neither agencies are technically Crown corporations so are exempt from the rules.

Canadian Taxpayers Federation spokesman Jordan Bateman called it a “poke in the eye” for taxpayers that TransLink and BC Ferries are untouched. “Those are the organizations most of us are most concerned with,” he said. “You think of David Hahn – the million-dollar man. You think of TransLink giving themselves bonuses the same week they’re raising gas taxes.”

Bateman said the two bodies should have a “moral obligation” to voluntarily mirror the new rules. As for other Crowns corporations, Bateman said much depends on whether the actual criteria set for holdback bonuses are easy or difficult to meet.

“It’s a positive step forward, but maybe a half step,” he said, noting 99 per cent of BC Hydro employees were able to meet their past targets for incentive pay. “The idea that every person in the public service should always get a bonus for hitting targets was ridiculous.”

The new policy also says executives should earn no more than 85 per cent of the CEO’s salary.

The province also intends to phase out incentive pay for other non-executive staff, although it admits it can’t do so in cases where such payments have been negotiated into union contracts, as is the case at ICBC. Travel will be reimbursed using the same policy as government executives and vehicle allowances where required for business will be the only perk allowed, with any others being phased out.

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Volunteers and contributors breathed life into Steamship Days To the Editor: Re: Open letter of thanks to volunteers and contributors to inaugural Steamship Days nug Cove was positively vibrant from the first cords struck on the Rotary stage Saturday July 7 through to the final notes the next Sunday afternoon. In the lead up days, store fronts sported flags and bunting, the wooden boats arrived at the USSC Marina and the stages were assembled. For those that missed Art Rogers and Dal Richards orchestras on the municipal wharf -- I can only say they had to be experienced to be believed. The combination of glorious horns, swinging dancers and perfect summer weather set our spirits soaring.

A tremendous volunteer group breathed life into the Steamship Days heritage festival. The committee behind the volunteers was comprised of Alan Mills, Mercia Sixta, Murray Atherton, Robert Wall and the directors of the Bowen Island Chamber of Commerce. Alan’s enthusiasm for the event was not only contagious but unstoppable.

Mercia selflessly took the responsibility for the schedule and unabashedly managed the daily events. Murray was the herald of Steamship Days to the lower mainland in seniors centres, on AM 650 and a barrage of Facebook postings. Rob managed the chamber office, created the recognizable Steamship Days graphics, set up stages and ran the sound for Dal Richards Orchestra.

Some recognizable names in our community supported and promoted the Steamship Days festival including the mayor Jack Adelaar, Rondy Dike, Norma Dallas, Bruce Russell, Lois Meyers-Carter, Wolfgang Duntz, Brian Biddlecombe, Bowen Island Rotary Club, the Legion, Doug Berry, the Bowen Building Centre, Phoenix on Bowen, Clearline Drainage, Bowen Biffies, Bowen Island Brewing, Bowen Barber, Twiggleberries, Snug Cafe, the Snug Cove General Store, First Credit Union, BC Ferries, Edwin Lee with the Cape on Bowen and a special mention to the Undercurrent.

And, just as importantly, we have Mark Groen to thank for being webmaster for www.steamshipdays.com; Alex

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Vallee to thank for running sound at the Rotary stage; Peter Garcia for driving and logistics; Maria Sternberg for organizing the wooden boats and photography; Bruce Johnson for stage building expertise; Shirley Wrinch and her fashion show models; the SKY volunteers and the list goes on: Richard Goth, Kevin Manning, Jan Chilvers, Marc Baur, James Tuer, Jewel Maxwell, Maureen Armstrong, Carol Corell, Mark Boyer, Merilee York, Rose Wall, Lynn Hartle, Irene Wanless, Wendy Roberts, Marc Gawthrop, Amber Spitowski, Loraine Ashdown, Titania Michniewicz, Wilde Marsh, Stacey Beamer, Shane Tweeton, Shael Wrinch, Mark Ferguson, Cody May, Tom Maddison, Dave Sharrock, Matt Maxwell, Bowen Island Music Association, David Youngson, Dennis Lynne, Diego ‘Fabulous’, Dean Kinsley, Ed Weismiller, Doug Jamieson, Marc Gawthrop, Gustaf & Joan Tasseron, Art & Anne Rogers, Brad Haaf, Claudia Sixta, Abigail Fisk, Nina Hughes, Mark Ferguson, members of the Lions Gate Model A Ford club and sincere apologies to those I missed.

A particular thanks to all the musicians who performed throughout the week and we look forward to hearing more this summer.

Now that we are back to work and life – Alan, is your grass cut yet? -- the efforts of all need to be recognized. Many contributions of ideas, time, sweat and spirit have made the first Steamship Days Festival a success. To re-live Steamship Days, I recommend you visit www.steamshipdays.com and also ‘Like’ Steamship Days on Facebook. While you are there - watch Joy TV’s (Zoomermedia) segment on Steamship Days on YouTube.

Please take a moment to thank those friends and neighbours who helped present Steamship days and consider volunteering next year.

Special thanks to all the financial contributors, contributors in kind and the volunteers I’ve forgot to mention here. Thank-you also to everybody who came out to enjoy Steamship Days. Speaking for my family; Titania and Wilde, I can say that we now relate to Bowen’s 20th century heritage in a wonderful new way.

Rod Marsh, President, B. I. Chamber of Commerce

Two applications apparently held to different standards To the Editor: Re: Open letter to the interim CAO of BIM hen years ago a majority elected Bowen Island to become a municipality, we expressed our expectation to have a successful democratic and transparent process of decision making but sometimes, this does not appear to be the case. Bowen Islanders deserve to know why so many council meetings are taking place behind closed doors and there are less chances for most islanders to be present at the regular meetings due to the timing chosen by council.

I’d like to learn why in the industrial rezoning applications by J&E Backhoe for a section of the pit and by Twin Island Excavating for its leased site of Crown land of Radar Hill noticeable differences of required forms and cumulative demands are being set

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for one applicant and not for the other while the applications are similar. Why one incomplete application of one is being processed to completion more efficiently than the other? Yet the other has compiled all necessary permits and environmental studies and site readiness as demanded, but delaying tactics seem to have been used time and again, as recently as last Monday at the council meeting.

Why two councillors who, of their own accord were in conflict of interest in the processing of these applications, are suddenly back at the table without explanation? Why in the conditions of development agreement with Twin Island Excavation for some major clauses of implementation requirements, no other standard of reference other than “to the satisfaction of the municipality” is being stated? Where is the objectivity of the decisions being made?

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s it just me, or did others also pick up a derogatory tone in Ron Woodall’s last week’s satirical rendering of “Opa”, a revered and stately old-growth fir at Xenia Retreat Centre? I’ve probably spent hours sitting with respect at the foot of this great giant. Being in the presence of something still living after predictably 1,000 years, kind of puts one’s short life in perspective.

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South side ferry mashalling option would clear traffic from cove Dear Editor: Re: An open letter to council n Thursday, July 19, I received the council agenda for the council meeting on Monday, July 23. It includes a 90-minute cove planning presentation

by Alan Boniface concerning the HBBH plan of January 2008. There are, in my opinion, many things wrong both with the plan, and with putting this item on the agenda, but space is too limited for details, so the 2010 report by James Tuer should be consulted (http://www.firethorne.com/ SnugCoveRevitalisation/complete-jt-interim-review-arrows. pdf). Briefly, in my opinion, the HBBH plan is ill-conceived because it lacks content related to substantive issues such as an open-minded approach to ferry marshalling. It is taken for granted that marshalling remains in the middle of the cove. It actually proposes wiping out the RCMP station with some expensive cut and fill road work down through the north park.

BC Ferries have explicitly stated that we would be given the Island Sky – now on the Jervis Inlet run – if Bowen had had adequate docking and marshalling facilities to allow it to operate on schedule (correspondence from Mark Collins, V-P Engineering, dated June 10, 2011). Notice that even the Queen of Capilano has problems at present. The Island Sky will accomodate 125 vehicles, 600 passengers, and has a service speed of 14.5 knots. Bowen has one of the few profitable ferry routes: 500 workers and 200 students commute to offices and schools on the mainland each day, not to mention the summer tourists, who provide significant island income for businesses. The current restricted ferry capacity, ferry traffic, and general mess in the cove are discouraging for residents, workers and visitors alike.

Given that BC Ferries clearly state that they can organize the financing of a new ferry terminal on the south side of the cove (at what is estimated to be a very modest cost recovery over 25 years -- 50¢ a passenger and $1.50 a vehicle), this is probably the very best time to move ahead on a proper plan that will clear the cove of the marshalling millstone that has prevented any improvement for at least 35 years. Acting now will allow the new facility to be completed before the crunch of seriously increased population hits in a few year’s time, and on a user pay basis.

More detailed information, including the correspondence mentioned, may be accessed at www.firethorne.com/ SnugCoveRevitalisation.

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Summer happenings and local newspapers • Welcome to the 22nd year of Island Neighbours, a gathering of items about island people, activities, interests and events. To share an item, email lbmcarter@ shaw.ca or telephone 947-2440. ast Saturday morning dawned gray island and unpromising but by noon, the Neighbours sun had appeared and the volunteers and hosts for the 2012 People, Plants and Places Tour were welcoming visitors at each of the sites. It was a good thing that PPP guests could spread their visits over two days because Saturday was full of other things to do. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., volunteers at the Fire Hall were helping visitors learn about fire extinguisher use and testing, emergency preparedness and fire safety. There was an obstacle course for kids and, it was noted, cookies for all ages! Of course, the firemen were more than ready to sell tickets to their twenty-first annual Dock Dance.

• If art was one’s interest, Artisan Square was the place to be between 5 and 8 p.m. for two exhibition opening viewings. At the Coastal Patterns Gallery, there was Stitch and Burnt, textile artwork, carvings and pyrography by Sarah Haxby and Gerald Morrisseau while at the Artisan Square Gallery, Intentions presented paintings by Saffron Gurney and floral designs

by Nicola Murray. If theatre beckoned, the Stray Dog Theatre Company of New York was offering Pvt. Wars for weeks one and two of their second annual Bowen visit. Off island, Christie Grace and her quartet were appearing at the Silk Purse Arts Centre. The Museum and Archives summer staff were selling last minute PPP tickets as well as hosting the ongoing Lieben exhibit and the restored logger’s cottage exhibit.

• Speaking of archives reminds me that one of the many research items at the community archives is the varied collection of Bowen newspapers. Major publications include the Verstick’s Beacon, Tim Rhodes’ BITE (Bowen Island Times Editions), Sandi Whyte’s Bowen Breeze and Jean Michel Krief’s Island News. There are a number of smaller or special topic papers such as Rob Wright’s High Tide (News that brings you the First with the Worst).

• The oldest paper is the Undercurrent, which was created in 1974. Legend says that in the 1970s, Pat Weaver, an enterprising pre-school teacher, had taken over Agnes Naud’s North Shore News column, which covered Bowen Island items. Apparently, Pat’s criticism of Pat Thomas, the current GVRD director, resulted in the loss of her column. Irritated, the feisty Pat decided to start her own paper. She made all the arrangements for getting material, doing layout, organizing the printing and so forth. The paper was up and running well when the Weaver family left for a brief holiday to the Maritimes. Pat made arrangements with iconoclastic ex-teacher Larry Reid to keep the paper going while she was gone. When the Weaver’s vacation turned into permanent East Coast residency, Larry bit the bullet and became the editor-publisher. He found the work fascinating and as a former English teacher he had the skills to write and edit the Undercurrent. At that stage, the bi-weekly was mimeographed on 8 ½ by 14-inch paper, “run off “ page- by- page, collated and stapled by hand.

Cost? Fifteen cents!

• In Larry’s hands, the paper became a wonderfully idiosyncratic newssheet and community bellwether. He LoisMeyers-Carter

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quickly understood that the newspaper couldn’t be produced by one or two people so he began to build a team. The island input included a column about horses, and another about fishing. Vicki Bryck was one of several who produced a cooking column. Nancy Davies was the volunteer typist, Marjorie Coutts reviewed new books, Laura Cochrane wrote a chatty island news column and Jacqueline Bakker started her long-running Vivamus gardening column. Eventually, Larry changed the legal sized paper into a more standard tabloid shape, not far from what we have now.

However, getting something in the paper required a personal visit to the Undercurrent office in Larry’s home on Hummingbird Lane. Coffee and cookies awaited those who braved the endless flight of stairs to the office. Larry was often crabby but his sister Dorothea, in from her Fraser Valley home, smoothed things over and made people welcome. The life story of the Undercurrent has many chapters with hundreds of participants. It changed ownership and editors several times and is a great mirror of Bowen life as it was in the 1970s, 1980s, 1990s and into the new century.

• Ten Years Ago in July 2002: BC Ferries announced a three-month trial run of foot passenger prepaid tickets. Bowen’s books of ten tickets were available only at the foot passenger booths. • On a warm July 11 evening, a large number of islanders showed up at the BICS gym to express their views on the proposed Land Use Bylaw. The two areas to receive the most criticism were changes to the OCP (Official Community Plan) regarding the residential usage of secondary suites and accessory buildings and the proposed zoning in the LUB for tourist accommodation.

• Roger McGillivray and Stephanie Legg were hosting a public walkabout on July 28 to explain their plan for a sustainable community of small, healthy homes. • Planner Michael Rosen told councillors that the Snug Cove plan was soon to be in the hands of various community groups for review.

• The Last Word: Coming soon: Bowfest!

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Jason Stanley as Gately and Hamish Allan-Headley as Silvio in Pvt. Wars, a fundraiser for the Tir-na-nOg Theatre school. Submitted photo

Pvt. Wars truly excellent theatre experience

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o you know the wonderful, pensive state of reflection that washes over you, settles into your soul, and tingles into the untapped recesses of your consciousness after a truly excellent experience in the theatre? I’m there now, and it is just delightful.

James McLure’s play Pvt. Wars, presented by Stray Dog Theatre Company, is currently being staged at the Tir-nanOg Theatre. Artfully acted by the triad of talent known as Michael Goldlist, Jason Stanley, and Hamish Allan-Headley, Pvt. Wars is a story of compassion, friendship and trauma, and subtly (and sometimes not-so-subtly) calls attention to the bizarre and twisted aspects of our society’s symbolic interactions. The story unfolds in a series of short scenes punctuated by blackouts, which give the audience pause to contemplate the piece as individual fragments of a collective whole. This fragmented structure is reflective of the characters and their varied states of mental, emotional and physical fracture, and it is highly effective.

The actors who bring the story to life are brilliant both singly and as an ensemble; their chemistry and balance are the foundation of some startlingly real moments.

Jason Stanley is achingly endearing as Gately, and more than once I blinked back a tear just because he is so very sweet. His timing is consistently spot-on, and his understated yet sincere deadpan delivery will get you giggling.

Hamish Allan-Headley is simultaneously creepy, comical and charming as Silvio, playing a manic duality of menace and caring that is downright disarming at times. Twenty years of seeing him on stage, and he still surprises me.

Michael Goldlist’s Natwick is delightful in his dorkiness, and the earnestness with which he is played keeps the character honest and deserving of our compassion, despite his irritating demeanour. Goldlist has moments alone with the audience in which the humanity of Natwick’s suffering is excruciatingly palpable, yet he retains the acute sense of humour that is characteristic of the whole play.

Scarlett Thiele’s set design is highly authentic, calling upon a prison-like feeling of desolation that lends itself perfectly to the piece. Collectively, the Stray Dog team creates something very powerful.

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This is what Bowen Islanders will be treated to as soon as Jackie Minns returns with a truckload of accolades to her native turf to delight her friends and neighbours once again with The Jackie Show on August 11.

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t’s been two months since local actress Jackie Minns said goodbye to her cats, Frank and Nancy, and hit the road with her one woman play The Jackie Show. While she is thrilled with the response she has received at the fringe theatre festivals in London and Winnipeg, she is looking forward to relaxing on her own porch on Bowen and re-uniting with her furry companions.

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audience, Kingbaby Theatre is offering a one-night-only opportunity to see this production at the Tir-nanOg theatre on Saturday, August 11.

Described in reviews as “subtly brilliant,” “hilariously poignant” and “physical theatre at its best,” The Jackie Show presents five stories of characters in transformative moments of their lives. Showtime is 8 p.m., tickets are $20 and will be available at Phoenix on Bowen, August 1.

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Hundreds view picturesque Bowen gardens MARCUS HONDRO CONTRIBUTING WRITER

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he 19th People, Plants and Places (PPP) tour went off without a hitch last weekend, with weather co-operating and allowing hundreds of islanders and visitors to see the outstanding gardens of the seven homes and two other island sites on this year’s tour.

“At this point, we don’t have a head count but we do know that we had an excellent turnout,” organizer Lois Meyers-Carter told the Undercurrent in an email this week. “The sites were well balanced and offered lots of items to observe. The hosts were great and volunteers enjoyed their jobs.”

The tour sees homeowners open their homes and gardens to visitors who take advantage of the opportunity to see gardens that have had a great deal of time and planning put into them and are situated in picturesque surroundings.

Judith Bowersox is from Vancouver but this is the fourth time in the past seven years she’s come over to take the tour with her niece, Tracey, who lives on-island, and other family. “It

was absolutely wonderful again,” Bowersox said.

“Each time, it’s been a really great tour and this year was no different.”

Among the tour’s many highlights was the garden of Chris Pollard and Ann Ramsay. When they began, they had to drill through rock to create a bed for their home. They started their journey to a beautiful garden with what essentially amounted to a rock quarry.

Looking at their English country style garden now shows how far a gardener’s determination and passion can go.

By Sunday afternoon, Pollard and Ramsay said they’d had 500 or more visitors to their garden and, while admitting some fatigue, they were continuing to enjoy the experience. Despite the high turnout at every site on Sunday, hosts were graciously exchanging information with their guests.

Along with seven homes, the tour included the Museum and Archives and the Memorial Gardens in Crippen Park.

From its inception in 1993, the tour has been presented yearly but in 2010 the decision was made to go every second year.

The next PPP tour is planned for 2014.

Visitors and hosts alike shared information and appreciation during the two days of the 2012 PPP tour. Marcus Hondro photos

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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. 315, 2012 – cited as “Bowen Island Municipality Land Use Bylaw No. 57, 2002, Amendment No. 315, 2012. for the purpose of allowing the public to make representations to the Bowen Island Municipal Council respecting matters contained in the proposed bylaw at 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 31st, 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.

The purpose of Bylaw No. 315, 2012 is to amend the Bowen Island Municipality Land Use Bylaw No. 57, 2002 by expanding the range of uses permitted in the site specific exception to Green Zone 3 - G3 zone as it applies to a portion of the Sunset Road Quarry. In addition to Green Zone Uses, the G3(a) zoning currently permits “processing and sale of gravel”. The application is to expand the site-specific exception to include “processing (including quarrying), storage and sale of sand and gravel; stock-piling and disposal of land-clearing debris via controlled burning or grinding; and a green waste compost facility”.

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Former Bowen Islander back for a night of music MARCUS HONDRO CONTRIBUTING WRITER

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here is a band from Gabriola Island on their way with a close connection – in a former kind of way – to Bowen. That’s because the band has a member who, with his family, has spent a considerable amount roving the environs of Bowen.

Stu Davidson is a guitar player, singer, and a glass installer, who along with his partner Mara Brenner, and their kids, Jasmine and Adin, moved to Gabriola some five years ago, after about 15 years living on Bowen. They were well known in the community for being ardent baseball fans – Stu played for years – and a big part of the arts community (Mara taught dance to little ones and ran a theatre festival).

Stu is in The Shed, a group that will be at Julie Vik’s the weekend of the Bowen fastpitch league’s tournament, on August 11. Vik is renowned for having quality musicians play at her house, including C.R. Avery, Emaline Delapaix and the Delistocracy and the late, and much loved, John Bottomley.

The tunes The Shed performs are by lead singer and guitar man, Jack Gibson, and Stu describes them as “beachbilly, hillpunk and folktronica” and says the band is a bit on the wild side. The former Bowenian started as a bass player with the band but is now handling lead guitar

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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 holidays, commencing Friday, July 20, 2012.

Or can be viewed at: http://www.bimbc.ca/files/embedded2010/120731TIPHBackgroundInformation.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 4:30p.m., Tuesday, July 31, 2012 2. to the Bowen Island Municipal Council at the Public Hearing at 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 31, 2012.

Inquiries regrading the proposed bylaw may be directed to the Planning Department (604) 947-4255 or by email at planning@bimbc.ca.

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work and back-up vocals (he sings lead in one song).

Also in the band for the show are Lisa Webster-Gibson, on drums and vocals, and Kelly Field, on bass.

They may be joined by Bowen’s Corbin Keep, who for a time also lived on Gabriola, but when we spoke with Stu, he said Keep “hasn’t returned my email yet.”

Stu, who has just been named his co-ed slow pitch league’s MVP for the second straight year, says he and the family will be at the baseball tournament as much as they can during their weekend here, but he is hoping lots of islanders will get out to Vik’s to see the show. “They better,” he said.

Hard to resist passing on the following Brenner-Davidson family news: Jasmine, after three auditions, was chosen as one of 40 kids across Canada to train with the Cirque du Soleil in Montreal for two weeks this summer. Jazzy seeks a spot in the company that would see her do her schooling in Montreal. Meanwhile, Adin has become an avid, and accomplished, soccer player.

For more of an update on Stu and family, or to revisit or meet them, you’ll have to go to the Vik’s concert, which Stu said should start around 9. Julie says kids are welcome and for more info her number is 2345. For his part, Stu is pretty happy to come back to Bowen to play for old friends and neighbours.

“Can’t wait!” he said.

t’s nearly that time again: time to gather your friends and family in the garden and host your own feast in your own way—starring as many Bowen- and B.C.-grown ingredients and libations as you can pull together.

Bowen beet salad with Fraser Valley corn, some crab your friend just caught drizzled in lemon-butter, washed down with an Okanagan Pinot Gris? Yes! The BowFEAST 2012 local eating celebration is the week of August 13 to 19, with a community farmers’ market on Saturday, August 18, from 9 a.m. to noon on the library lawn.

Pick up some locally grown heirloom tomatoes, beets, potatoes, carrots, artichokes, vinegars, preserves and pies, lavender bouquets and pastries, at the farmers’ market. The wine store will be offering special British Columbia vintage tastings and discounts.

The Ruddy Potato will spotlight homegrown food on its shelves.

The point is: have fun, be thankful for what we have and savour our amazing bounty!

Yes, buying locally grown produce from family farms costs more than industrially grown food flown in from China or New Zealand. But

it’s worth it. Locavore and James Beard Award-winning star chef Dan Barber of New York’s Blue Hill at Stone Barns restaurant (and ag centre) sounded off recently in The Wall Street Journal Magazine about the importance of supporting local growers: “You can’t treat farming like a car-manufacturing plant and expect that it will produce anything great to eat,” he notes. “This isn’t a trend, like tall food or truffle oil. Chefs are creating whole cuisines around eating local. Farmers are reshaping our landscape around it. Government and health officials are writing policies around it. Communities and cultures are being built around it.

They’re all connected. And that power is not to be underestimated.”

BowFEAST is a project of the Bowen Agricultural Alliance Society (BAA), in partnership with Bowen Island Municipality, Bowen Island Community School and Bowen Island Community Recreation, made possible by a grant from the Municipality. BAA is a registered non-profit society supporting smallscale agriculture, promoting local eating and advancing food security on Bowen.

For info, see www.bowenagalliance.ca. If you want to sell at the farmers’ market, contact Elle Glave: elle.glave@bowenagalliance.ca.

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• AA Meeting: Open meeting, 7:15 p.m. Collins Hall/United Church. 604-434-3933.

• Youth Centre: 6 to 10:30 p.m.

Free food, free movies. Drop in. • Into the West Theatre Festival: 7:30 p.m. Tir-na-nOg Theatre School, Pvt. Wars. Info at stray dogtheatrecompany.com.

SAT., JULY 28 • Sustainability Tour of Bowen Island: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. bus transportation provided, register at shastamartinuk@gmail.com or call 604-947-2283.

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THURS., AUGUST 2 • Duplicate-style bridge: 7 p.m. sharp. Bowen Court lounge. Call Irene at 2955 • Youth Centre: 4 to 6 p.m.

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• Bowen summer market is back! Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. until Labour Day. For info call 604-947-0640 or email bowen.market@gmail.com.

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AUTOMOTIVE SCRATCH & Chip Repair. Lucrative. Easy to learn mobile. Exclusive territory. Income Potential $100/hr.

Very low operating expenses.

F/T or PT. 1(250)686-0808.

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109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Display Advertising Department Advertising Sales Peace Arch News, a bi-weekly publication serving more than 37,400 homes in White Rock and South Surrey, has an immediate opening for a full-time Advertising Sales Representative.

Peace Arch News is part of Black Press, Canada’s largest private, independent newspaper company, with more than 100 community, daily and urban newspapers in B.C., Alberta, Washington State, Ohio and Hawaii.

This is a challenging career opportunity for a result-oriented individual. Candidates for this position will possess the ability to service existing clients and develop new business in one of the Lower Mainland’s fastest-growing markets.

If you have a proven track record in sales, thrive on working in a fast-paced environment, are highly motivated, career-oriented with strong organizational and communication skills, we would like to hear from you.

Our work environment sets industry standards for professionalism and combines a salary/benefit package designed to attract and retain outstanding staff.

Deadline for applications is Tuesday, July 31, 2012.

Please send your application in confidence to: Rita Walters Publisher The Peace Arch News #200 - 2411 - 160th Street Surrey, B.C., V3S 0C8 or e-mail publisher@peacearchnews.com The interest of all applicants is appreciated, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

www.blackpress.ca

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES BUSINESS FOR SALE Magazine publishing company for ambitious, outgoing entrepreneurs.

Fun, Lucrative.

Startup Capital Required.

We Teach & Provide Content.

1-888-406-1253

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HELP WANTED

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 160

DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

ATLAS POWER SWEEP DRIVERS Power sweeping and water truck drivers. Air ticket or class 3 required. Must be hard working with a good attitude. Burnaby based. Must be available to work nights and weekends. Good driving record required. mail: jobs@atlasg.net or Fax 604-294-5988 DRIVER. Class 1 Drivers wanted.

Offering top pay. Close to home.

Home most weekends. Family comes first! 1 year flat deck exp. & border crossing a must. Fax resume & driver abstract to 604-853-4179.

SUPER B DUMP DRIVERS Local Haul Drivers Needed for the following positions;

Full Time - Day Casual Part Time - Nights & Saturdays Class 1 license req. Preference will be given to applicants with previous Super B experience.

SUMAS TRANSPORT INC. is a locally owned & operated transport company with a Competitive Compensation Package.

Interested applicants please fax resume and drivers abstract Attn. Darcy (1)604-852-2650 or e-mail leslie@sumastransport.ca

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EDUCATION

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION RATED #2 FOR AT-HOME JOBS. Start training today. Graduates are in demand! Enroll now. Take advantage of low monthly payments. 1-800466-1535 www.canscribe.com admissions@canscribe.com

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HELP WANTED

$100-$400 CASH DAILY for Landscaping Work!

Competitive, Energetic, Honesty a MUST!

PropertyStarsJobs.Com ALPINE TOYOTA Attention Toyota Product Advisors Alpine Toyota has an immediate opening for a Toyota Product Advisor. Our dealership is situated in Cranbrook B.C., the major business and recreation hub for the entire East Kootenay. We are currently looking for a Product Advisor with a track-record of success who is interested in working in a positive team environment. We offer ongoing training, a generous compensation plan and an engaged group of Team Leaders to help our Product Advisors achieve their goals.

For the right applicant, relocation expenses and a guaranteed income will be considered.

If you love selling Toyota products and the quality of life that can be found in the East Kootenay’s sounds interesting, please forward your resume in confidence to our Sales Team Leader by email: kdunsire@alpinetoyota or by phone at (250)4894010. If you present the qualities and values we are looking for, we will contact successful applicants for an interview.

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

PAINT SPECIAL

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

PEARL DRUM SET, $800, 6 cymbals, 1 throne, 1 stool, double base pedal, in Hope. Call (604)869-7329

3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint.

NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services. www.paintspecial.com

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

Certified Heavy Duty Mechanics

GL ROOFING. Cedar shakes, Asphalt shingles, flat rfs. Cln Gutters $80. Liability Insur. 1-855-240-5362

Wanted For Surrey, Kamloops & Vernon.

SERIOUS RETIREMENT Impact.

Home based business online.

Flexible hours FREE training. www.project4wellness.com

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

An Alberta Construction Company is hiring dozer, excavator and labour/rock truck operators.

Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilfield road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Alcohol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction at 780-7235051.

Help Wanted!!! Make up to $1000 a week Mailing brochures from home!

FREE Supplies! Genuine Opportunity! No experience required. Start Immediately! www.theworkinghub.com

This is creating MILLIONAIRES! Earn $30,000 to $50,000+ weekly with ABSOLUTE proof. This is real!

Call 1-800-887-1897 (24 hrs.) This is a serious life changer!

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

REAL ESTATE 603

ACREAGE

20 Acres - Only $99/mo. $0 Down, Owner Financing, NO CREDIT CHECKS! Near El Paso, Texas, Beautiful Mountain Views! Money Back Guarantee! Free Color Brochure. 800-755-8953 www.sunsetranches.com

615 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY

Fast Paced, Dynamic Shops

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Duties include:

NEED A RAISE??

10 Customer Service positions available!

Up to $20.00/hr paid weekly Must be outgoing and motivated!!!!

Call Erica 604 777 2195

• Maintenance & Repairs • Diagnostics of Trucks, Trailers, Forklifts and Hydraulics • Reporting • Inventory control

DISPOSAL BINS Residential & Commercial Services

Qualifications:

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

AUTOMATED TANK MANUFACTURING INC. is looking for welders. Due to a huge expansion to our plant located in Kitscoty, Alberta, 20km west of Lloydminster. We have openings for 10-3rd year apprentices or journey person welders. We offer best wage in industry.

3rd yr apprentice $28-$30/hr, journey person $32-$35/hr, higher with tank experience. Profit sharing bonus plus manufacturing bonus incentive. Full insurance package 100% paid by company.

Good working environment. Join a winning team. Call Basil or Blaine at; (office)780-846-2231; (fax)780-8462241 or send resume to: blaine@autotanks.ca production@autotanks.ca Keep your feet on the ground in a safe welding environment through inhole manufacturing process. No scaffolding or elevated work platform.

COMMERCIAL ROOF FOREMAN

$28.00 - $38.00 per hour based on experience. Commercial roofing co. hiring lead roofers with extensive exp. in commercial roofing, including: two - ply torch, single ply, sloped and metal.

WE OFFER Competitive Wages & Full Benefits

• Portable Toilets • Fencing • Containers • Waste Management • Storage

Super Save is committed to Employment Equity and Diversity.

We Recycle!

GO GREEN!

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

DROWNING IN DEBTS? Helping Canadians 25 years. Lower payments by 30%, or cut debts 70% thru Settlements. AVOID BANKRUPTCY! Free consultation. www.mydebtsolution.com or Toll Free 1 877-556-3500 GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com If you own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue.

1.800.587.2161.

MONEYPROVIDER.COM. $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused.

Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877776-1660.

NEED A Business or Personal Loan? Get a Business start up Loan for up to $5 million bankruptcy. Bad credit ok, interest rate from 1.9%. Apply now at www.borrowusnow.com or call 1-855-937-8487.

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NUTRITION/DIET

SLIM DOWN FOR SUMMER! Lose up to 20 lbs in just 8 weeks. Call Herbal Magic today! 1-800-8545176

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 260

Fax resume: 604-944-2916, Call Adam: 604-944-2977 or e-mail aknipfel@designroofing.ca Visit: www.designroofing.ca

359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL Always! deliver Top soil, bark mulch, sand & gravel. 7days/wk.

Simon 604-230-0627 will spread

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TREE SERVICES

Tree removal done RIGHT! • Tree & Stump Removal • Certified Arborists • 20 yrs exp. • 60’ Bucket Truck • Crown Reduction • Spiral Pruning • Land Clearing • Selective Logging ~ Fully Insured • Best Rates ~

604-787-5915, 604-291-7778 www.treeworksonline.ca treeworkes@yahoo.ca 10% OFF with this AD

PETS 477

PETS

CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 Chihuahua, 5 years old, needs new home, good with kids, $200. Call (604)791-0728

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

P/B Choc. lab puppies, 5M, 6F, born June 27, CKC reg. vet✓ $750.

604-217-6551 or 604-825-1730

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

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

7 days/week. Simon 604-230-0627

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MOVING & STORAGE

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Real Professionals, Reasonable.

Rates. Different From the Rest.

604-721-4555.

542

FRUIT & VEGETABLES

CHERRY JUBILEE Sour Cherries 2017 - 272nd St., Aldergrove.

Open Sat. July 28th & Sun. July 29 8:00a.m. - 3:00p.m.

Call to Order: 604-856-5844

329 PAINTING & DECORATING 548 “

FURNITURE

ALL NEW Queen MATTRESS SET Still in Original Plastic! Must Sell. $150 - Call: 604-484-0379

MATTRESSES starting at $99 ABOVE THE REST “ Int. & Ext., Unbeatable Prices, Professional Crew. Free Est. Written Guarantee. No Hassle, Quick Work, Insured, WCB. Call (778)997-9582 MILANO PAINTING & RENOS. Int./Ext. Prof. Painters. Free Est. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510

HOMES WANTED

WE BUY HOUSES! Older House • Damaged House Moving • Estate Sale • Just Want Out • Behind on Payments Quick Cash! • Flexible Terms!

CALL US FIRST! 604-657-9422

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HOPE

YALE, WOW 395K-3 acres + 2 houses, 600 ft Fraser River frt. 2 hrs from Vanc. Dan (604)860-3454

660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE www.dannyevans.ca

Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

TRANSPORTATION

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

ELECTRICAL

627

HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

BOXER PUPS, family raised, declaws, tailes, vaccinated, health cert exc quality. $975. 604-341-1445

Offering Great Benefits Including: Company Vehicle, Paid Travel, Support Crews, Top Wages, Health/Dental, Pension & Company Uniforms.

Must have proven ability to install using RCABC roofing practices and follow WCB regulations.

STEEL BUILDING - HUGE CLEARANCE SALE! 20X24 $4,658. 25X28 $5,295. 30X40 $7,790. 32X54 $10,600. 40X58 $14,895. 47X78 $19,838. One end wall included.

Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca.

• Strong command of the English Language • 3rd or 4th year apprentices • Certified journeymen • Driver’s licence • Self-starter

Please e-mail resumes: amanda@supersave.ca or Fax: 604.534.3811 THE LEMARE GROUP is accepting resumes for the following positions: • Grapple Yarder Operators • Hooktender • Line Machine Operator • Chaser • 2nd Loader Buckerman • Off Highway Logging Truck Drivers • Excavator Operator with Logging Road Construction Experience • Certified Driller/Blaster • Heavy Duty Mechanics Full time with union rates/benefits.

Please send resumes by fax to 250-956-4888 or email to office@lemare.ca.

RUBBISH REMOVAL

• Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings 100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331

560

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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ANTIQUES/CLASSICS

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Health care hero goes the extra mile for Bowen patients SUSANNE MARTIN EDITOR

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e’s received more than 70 letters of recommendations from colleagues, patients and patients’ family members that detailed Dr. Paul Sugar’s high level of care. In June, he was named the 2012 Gold Apple winner and Vancouver Coastal Health and Provincial Health Care Hero.

Dr. Sugar is a palliative care physician at the Lions Gate Hospital and North Shore Hospice. On Bowen, he is well known for going the extra mile, and across the waters of Howe Sound, to care for patients on the island.

Laura Starsoneck, a cancer patient, was under Dr. Sugar’s care when she stayed on Bowen Island. She said, “I would like to say how caring, thoughtful and intentional he was with me. He cared about me as both a patient and a person and he treated me with much grace and care. He made time for me when I needed him most and did whatever he needed to do in the moment to care for me best.”

That Dr. Sugar is available for his patients whenever he is needed often comes up in conversations about his work. Colleen O’Neil, a nurse who lives on Bowen Island, said that she at one point asked him whether he would be available 24/7, whether he would pick up his phone no matter of time of day or night and he answered ‘yes’ without hesitation. “This was very reassuring to professionals, family and friends alike,” she said.

Charles McNeill echoed that sentiment.

Charles and Joan McNeill came to Bowen in August 2011 because Joan, a cancer patient, wanted to spend her remaining time in the place she loved. Her doctors in New York 810

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had assured the couple that she did not need to be near a hospital as she was no longer receiving any further treatment.

Charles McNeill remembers that move to Bowen vividly. “On the first night, Joan coughed up blood,” he said. “We called the doctors in New York and they were shocked and concerned and told us we needed to get her to a hospital immediately because they suspected that the cancer had eaten into her artery and was going into her heart.

That would have been a terrible situation.”

McNeill called the ambulance and also spoke to Dr. Sugar. “Joan was almost in a coma but when she woke up, she said, ‘I’m not going anywhere,’” he said, adding that he had to call back to cancel the ambulance.

After that incident, Dr. Sugar came to meet with Joan. “He read her the riot act,” McNeill recalled. “He asked her, ‘What would you say if I would strongly advise that you should be sent to a hospital or a hospice?’ And Joanie looked at him and said, ‘Then I’d say that you’re not my doctor.’ Dr. Sugar understood that he was dealing with someone who was managing every detail of her last weeks and he was willing to engage with her on her own terms.”

McNeill said that Dr. Sugar had been advised that this was a dangerous situation because of the remoteness of the location – the McNeill’s property lies at the end of Mt. Gardner Road. He also knew what the last phases could be like for a cancer patient but he was willing to help. And he was available anytime. “He would check in every day or so.

If he hadn’t heard from us, he would call,” McNeill said. “With [Dr. Sugar’s] help, we were able to deal responsibly with the situation and Joan had three weeks of glorious time with her family. If we’d have gone with 845

AUTO FINANCING

WANT A VEHICLE BUT STRESSED ABOUT YOUR CREDIT? Christmas in July, $500 cash back. We fund your future not your past. All credit situations accepted. www.creditdrivers.ca 1-888-5936095.

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Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal FREE TOWING 7 days/wk.

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

2002 FORD FOCUS SE, 4 cyl. 4 dr. auto. low kms. loaded. Private. $3900 obo. 778-565-4230.

Metal Recycling Ltd.

2006 CHRYSLER 300, 4 door, loaded, 77,000K, fresh AirCare, $11,900 obo. Call 604-780-8404

We Pay CA$H For •Auto •Scrap Metals •Batteries •Machinery •Lead

Scotty 604-313-1887 The Scrapper

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 2001 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA, 1.8T turbo, 4 dr sedan, std, all options, exc cond. $5300 obo 604-780-8404 2005 HONDA CIVIC SE 4 dr sedan automatic, 100,000km, incl 4 winter tires on rims, 2 yr Ex Warranty Pkg (transferable) $8500. 604-531-3562

830 DreamCatcher Auto Loans “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals

1-800-910-6402

www.PreApproval.cc DL# 7557

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TRUCKS & VANS

2000 DURANGO 4X4, loaded, seats 7, AirCrd, exc. cond. $4500 obo. Call 604-780-8404

MOTORCYCLES

RECREATIONAL/SALE

2007 HARLEY SPORTSTER, factory custom, 74 cube (1200) big bore

by Denco Cycle, Bassani pipe, Windshield, sissy bar, leather bags.

27,000Km, one old guy owner, $7,450 obo. Phone (604)817-1945 CROSSROADS Seville 38’ 5th wheel. Fiberglass ext., 4 slide-outs, fireplace, Corian counters, 17 cu.ft. double door fridge, oak cabinets, Queen size bed, 9’ ceiling, lots of heated storage. Luxury year round living! $43,800. 604-870-4799

845 TOP CA$H PAID TODAY For SCRAP VEHICLES!

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL 2 hr. Service www.a1casper.com (604)209-2026

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Certified Upholsterer since ‘83 Island and West Van ref.’s.

Dave (cell) 1-250-295-1616 DOC’S PATIO & PUB is looking for staff.

We have re-opened with the old gang but need servers, bussers, cooks, prep cooks, dishwashers, cleaners etc.

FULL TIME or PART TIME Experience preferred but will train those who are keen.

Please call 604-947-0707 #2 or email us your resume at: marina@ussc.ca

For Rent 3 bedroom; 2 1/2 bathroom home with ocean views; wood flooring; gas fireplace; 9 foot ceilings; private location. $1800 per month.

604-657-1864 For rent - Cove 1 bdrm garden level suite.

Heated floors, laundry, sep. entrance, pet negot. N/S. 1 person $800, 2 people $850 including utilities.

Call 947-9134.

2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic, mint, 24,000km, studded paniers, wind scrn,$5,500obo.604-209-1039

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recently to release her ashes and said, “There were a number of people there who told me again and again how many people she inspired and uplifted in that special period. We all learned so much what a dignified and blessed death could be. We don’t know what we would have done without Dr. Sugar.”

Dr. Sugar specialized in palliative care after working for 30 years as a family physician. He makes home visits and asks families to call him at any time, a service that gives great comfort to his patients, especially if they are one boatride away from hospital care.

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

CARS - DOMESTIC

2011 NISSAN VERSA 4/dr h/back, auto, 25,000/km, red, many options, $9000/firm. 604-538-9257.

everybody else’s advice, they would have sent her away,” McNeill said.

“Dr. Sugar enabled a quality of life that wouldn’t have been possible otherwise,” McNeill said, adding that his wife was happy all the way to the end no matter how much pain she had to endure. “Two days before she died, she was sitting on the deck and told me, ‘I’m so happy,’” he said.

It was not only Joan who benefited from Dr. Sugar’s dedication – it was her husband Charles, family and friends who shared that special time with her.

McNeill has returned to Bowen Island

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673

1996 Sebring Conv. 118 Km, LADY dr, purple, $5500 in upgrades, exc. cond, $4695. 604-258-8852

2009 Saturn Astra XE, 4 dr h/b.

Automatic. Options. Silver. 18,000 kms. $8000/firm. 604-538-4883

Joan McNeill wanted to stay on Bowen Island for the last weeks of her life and Dr. Paul Sugar was instrumental in making her wish come true. Submitted photo

2003 CHEV SUBURBAN Z71, black, rebuilt trans. w/warranty, used eng. new B.J. & brakes. Inspected $7995obo 604-826-0519

MARINE 912

BOATS

11’ Walker Bay special edition.

Side flotation,new cond. Trailer/cover incl. $2500 firm. 604-535-8199.

ALUMINUM BOAT WANTED, 10’, 12’ or 14’, with or without motor or trailer, will pay cash, 604-319-5720

For your Vintage Upholstery Older sprung sofa sets Restore/custom - starting at $4000 a piece, any shape.

Dave McKay certified upholsterer since 1983.

Cell 1-250-295-1616 FREE Dark blue sofa & matching love seat; good condit. queen mattress, box spring & metal legs.

604-266-4606 or 604-947-9700 FREE love seat, 2 sofas and working dryer. 947-9329 Hondro & Sons Hauling For all your haul-away needs, call Marcus at 947-2005

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!!GIGANTIC ESTATE SALE!!

Canceled last week due to rain EVERYTHING you can think of is for sale. Complete household furnishings from pics, plates, pots ‘n pans to bedding, beds, antiques, toys, clothes etc.

PLEASE NO EARLY BIRDS For inquiries, please call 908-9112. Saturday July 28 and possibly Sunday starting at 11am. Bert’s Storage, across from Fire Hall.

LANCE’S RECYCLING I’ll pick up your recycling and deliver to BIRD for $25/load.

Kindling $20/box at Building Centre.

CALL 947-2430 LOST black paper duo tang with colour swatches Artisan Square area.

Call 604-961-1368 LOST - Small black chinese silk pouch containing man’s wedding ring and silver heart on chain, near Killarney Lake. Extreme sentimental value.

PLEASE call Natasha at 604-992-4117 or the Undercurrent Office @2442.

Oar Lost While a dinghy was tethered to a buoy in the Bluewater area, just below Captain’s way, one of the oars with an oar lock went missing. It may have washed up on a beach nearby. Please call Matthew 2960. Thanks.

Shabby-chic? Sofa-bed, single bed and mattress, dining table and 4 chairs, large coffee table, all available for your tlc. Any reasonable offer accepted.

Alison, 947-9555.

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OPEN HOUSE - SUNDAY 2 - 4 901 CLIPPER ROAD, BLUEWATER Lovely family home, 3 levels, bright open and inviting.

Large garden, great for children/pets.

Lower level has separate entry.

Private, quiet area, close to beach.

Ocean view. Ready to move in!

Lyn Watson -604-765-7983 PRUDENTIAL SUSSEX REALTY FOLLOW RED BALLOONS! PRIME RETAIL/OFFICE SPACES in Snug Cove: 340 sq. ft. office spaces with shared common entrance, bathroom; 613 sq. ft office/retail space; 1,080 sq. ft. office/retail space.

For more info please call: 604-947-0099 ext. 104 Or email ka@bowenislandproperties.bc.ca Spacious and bright 2 bedroom suite in quiet family home near the Legion. In-suite laundry.

Wood burning space heater.

Separate entrance. References required. Cat OK. NS, $850/month. 947-9228 The Gallery @ Artisan Square “Intentions” featuring the creative genius of Saffron Gurney and Nicola Murray 18 July to 12 August Open Wednesday thru Sunday 10am-5pm YARD SALE 285 Jason Rd. Sat. July 28 10 to 3 Antiques, clothing, tools, hardware, treasures.

Canceled if raining.

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WANTED: Intern to assist with gr. 6-7 Phys. Ed. classes at Island Pacific School. Classes run on Mondays and Wednesdays from 1:00-2:30 from Monday, Sept 10 to Thursday, Dec 20.

Interns should be at least 18 years of age. Experience in working with kids an asset. $20\hr ~ $900 for entire contract.

Apply by email to Ted Spear at tspear@go.islandpacific.org.

NOTE: Applications will not be reviewed until Aug 20.

Interviews: August 21-24.

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Congratulations!

The 2012 People Plants and Places Tour saw many visitors this past weekend. Story on page 7. Peter Wing photos

305 athletes and 65 coaches from Vancouver-Squamish (Zone 5) competed at the 2012 BC Summer Games.

Thank you to the coaches, officials, volunteers, and families who support these growing champions.

See photos, videos and results at www.bcgames.org