Bowen Island Undercurrent, June 07, 2013

Launching padCommunity campus could accommodate multiple needs

Headed for NYCBowen Islander finalist for the Independent Handbag Designer Awards

Looking for a best friend?You need to go no further than page 5 of this week’s edition

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Father’s Day is coming up but Santosha and Ella Rose don’t usually wait for special occasions to cuddle up to their dad. Bowen Island families with young children are invited to a Father’s Day picnic in Crippen Park’s Bowfest field on Sunday, June 16, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The free event is hosted by Family Place. Debra Stringfellow photo

SUSANNE MARTINE D I T O R

The site is close to Snug Cove and Bowen Court. It has an interesting topography and beautiful views. The lot of the community

lands that borders Government Road and Seniors Lane has long been earmarked for the site of Bowen Island’s future community centre but a new sketch reveals Bowen council’s bigger plans. The sketch is rough and not to scale but it clearly illustrates the idea of a community campus, showing five differ-ent buildings that could potentially house a munici-pal hall, community centre, performing arts space, library, clinic, housing for seniors, affordable housing and more. Mayor Jack Adelaar and councillors Cro Lucas and Darron Jennings explained that this new approach has a number of benefits.

Jennings calls the sketch “an educational exercise” that was created to give people clarity. He added that that the property falls within the water district and that connection to the sewer lines is possible. “That is the only piece of property [of the community lands] that has that capability,” he said.

One of the advantages of developing the concept of a community campus, is that it can start relatively soon, according to Lucas, who said, “It’s council’s job to enable it to happen. And by enabling, I mean that council is providing the space and ensuring that the infrastructure is in place and the zoning is done. What happens then is basically up to community.”

The starting point was taking a look at the com-munity lands to identify areas that could be potential building sites and Lucas sees those sites as “launching pads” for various projects. Such an approach would accommodate multiple needs and ideas that have been identified by the community.

Lucas said that the board of the Snug Cove House Society has already approached council to express an interest in being part of it.

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SUBMITTEDC A R I N G C I R C L E

Navigating the healthcare system can often be a confusing, daunting task. Knowledge and support are critical to deciding best-

care options when we or our loved ones become vulnerable. The Caring Circle Resource Centre is a grass-roots organization aimed at providing educa-tion, resources and support, helping people to bridge the gap between illness and health and remain vital, active members of our community.

Two upcoming events will highlight the work of the organization. On June 14, a My Voice session is designed to help participants to determine and record their personal wishes concerning health care decisions. And an open house is planned for June 15.

“With the support of a generous donation from Dee Elliott, the Caring Circle has purchased 100 copies of the Ministry of Health’s My Voice - An Advance Care Planning Guide, which is a legal document that will assist people, if incapacitated, to express their wishes for future health care treat-ment,” said Caring Circle coordinator Colleen O’Neil. “Because the document is somewhat complicated, an educator from the North Shore who has been work-ing with this document and community members for quite a while, will be available to explain the jargon and legal terms. This is a tremendous resource for community members who want to ensure that if they are unable to express their treatment wishes to health care providers, they can refer to My Voice documents that have been recorded in advance.”

O’Neil explained that a relative cannot trump any wishes that are properly expressed in this document.

“This is part of new incapacity or personal plan-ning legislation that came into force in B.C in 2011. This advance care plan helps to alleviate some of the stress that family and friends could face if they are asked to make important health care decisions for a loved one,” she added.

Record your health choicesCaring Circle hosts two health service events

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Lucas explained that the community campus proj-ect would trigger a huge economic stimulus. He also believes that it would revitalize the area and potential-ly open the door to developing additional community lands.

Lucas made it clear that including a municipal hall in the community centre was identified as a way of moving the project forward without having to solely rely on fundraising as the rent that is paid for municipal offices would be applied to a mortgage. “We’ve been paying rent for 13 years. And we have not applied those funds toward increasing our capital base. It makes fiscal sense to build a municipal hall we own as long as we don’t pay more money out than we cur-rently pay in rent,” he said.

In addition to the mortgage, Lucas believes it will be key to secure grant money as well as private donor funding. And as well as providing community spaces, council could look at revenue opportunities, such as housing and commercial rental units.

One of the reasons to move away from a single building housing a combination of a municipal hall, community centre and performing arts space has to do with affordability.

“We reached a point where we identified that a community centre with a municipal hall of about 14,000 square feet would cost something in the order of $8 to $10 million,” Lucas said, adding that the municipal hall components could provide the ability to raise almost $3 million. Even with grants and dona-tions, he believes that this funding model is “tenuous.”

“By breaking it into components, we look at a potentially much lower cost,” he said, explaining that it is cheaper to build a structure with a smaller footprint and add more storeys.

Jennings said that the smaller buildings would allow local contractors to be involved.

“Constructing a sizeable building on Bowen Island can be very challenging,” he said, adding that local

builders could potentially offer a better price point, save money on operating costs in the future and limit the dependence on consultants and heavy equipment.

Jennings has done what is called “ground proof-ing” - he walked the site and identified opportunities. “That’s the first step where you look at geographic constraints and gain an understanding where the diffi-culties lie and where the easy sites are,” he said, adding that easier sites translate into lesser construction cost. He’s drawn up the sketch to outline those opportuni-ties but says that the availability of funds will likely dictate how big the buildings will be.

Jennings sees a lot of synergy between the ideas that have come forward and says that “the site can handle that and more.”

“I feel that we are blessed as a community to have purchased that land. It gives us an inspiring and unit-ing opportunity to do something for the community,” Jennings said. “It is a beautiful site all across. It has beautiful views and opportunities for interesting topo-graphical uses.”

Adelaar believes the community campus is a terrific idea. “It’s gotten away from the concept of having one building,” he said. “We realized that if we spread it out and have different use areas, we can build it incremen-tally and that is far less challenging.”

Adelaar said that by providing the infrastructure, council makes the land available for different pur-poses.

“What we have done is opening up the thinking surrounding the community centre plan. There are five areas that will take buildings of various sizes,” he said, adding that it will be up to community groups to evaluate what to build and how to fund the construc-tion as well as ongoing operation.

Jennings added that the community campus con-cept owes much to the work of previous community centre committees and wanted to especially men-tion BIM’s director of community services Christine Walker, CAO Kathy Lalonde and councillor Tim Rhodes for their contributions.

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The sketch that outlines the community campus idea is not to scale but it identifies the opportunities of the site that borders Government Road and Seniors Lane. Submitted photo

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O’Neil said that anyone who is capable of under-standing and communicating with the doctor or other health care provider will be asked to make his or her own health care decisions. It is only when a serious accident or illness renders a patient incapable of doing that, the advance care plan will inform care-givers of his or her wishes.

“My Voice is a workbook of questions about what you need to decide on, as well as a representative agreement which can be prepared and which can include additional legal documents,” O’Neil said. “So, you are invited to Bowen Court on June 14 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Barbara Greenlaw will walk us through the 52-page-document and we can learn together. We will have the My Voice documents available for a nominal fee/donation.”

O’Neil added that she hopes some members of the group will be able to later pass along the knowledge to islanders who are unable to attend next week’s ses-sion.

“We are intending to have information sessions throughout the year to help people complete their personal advance care plans,” she said. “Remember, you don’t have to be a senior to see the relevance of this kind of future health care planning. Anyone can benefit from knowing that our beliefs and values are honoured in health care decisions.”

O’Neil also suggested that participants have a snack before coming as no lunch will be served.

The My Voice session is just one of the many ini-tiatives of the Caring Circle (www.caringcircle.ca). Learn more about the organization’s projects at an open house on Saturday, June 15, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the office located between the Village Baker and the Village Video store.

Regular opening hours are Monday, Wednesday and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Caring Circle provides health planning

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No-fuss tote with edgy details

REHAM COJUANGCOs p E c i A l t o t H E U n d E R c U R R E n t

When Bowen Island’s Larissa Stefani, creator/designer of Lloyd &

Wolfe Couture, found out that one of her handbags was one of five finalists for the 2013 Independent Handbag Designer Awards (IHDA), her immediate response was to call her friends, family, and finally her PR rep to get the necessary prepara-tions in order for the big awards cer-emony in New York City on June 19. Stefani is the sole Canadian nomi-nee in this prestigious competition. When asked how she feels to be our nation’s representative, she says she can’t help but find the experience to be rather surreal.

Although she has a background in Fine Art and Fashion Design and over 10 years of experience, it was only three years ago that Stefani started designing belts as a hobby for a means to be creative and learn something new. Once she tired of belts, she decided to use her knowl-edge of pattern-making and con-struction – not to mention her self taught slipcover-making skills – to produce her first bag. Since that first design, Stefani’s line has flourished and is now sold on her online store (www.lloydandwolf.com) and in a trendy downtown Vancouver bou-tique.

When discussing her inspira-tions for her line, Stefani explains, “I mostly draw upon what I need to fit into my life and style. I don’t like

things that are overly fussy or diffi-cult to access. Bags need to be func-tional, easy to wear, and look great. I love leather and like to let that be the main focus of my bags.”

The IHDA was founded by the HBD network and, over its six years of hosting the awards ceremony, has become a very coveted prize in the handbag industry.

Stefani’s “Abi” bag was nomi-nated in the Overall Style and Design category. It’s a no-fuss tote with edgy details and plenty of storage. Lloyd & Wolfe’s tag line Fiercely Individual, Limited-Run, Handcrafted Leather Goods sums up its products and target audi-ence pretty well. It’s certainly geared toward those who lean toward fash-ion with an edgier style. And the combination of quality leather and careful thought of design speaks vol-umes about Stefani’s talent. One of the big fans of the Abi tote is actress Morena Baccarin, star of shows like Homeland, Firefly, and Serenity. The actress is expecting her first child and plans to use the tote as a baby bag –she likes that the Abi bag isn’t “too precious.”

The winner of the category will not only receive the title but will have the opportunity to have his or her line carried at Bloomingdale’s and a booth at WWDMAGIC, a fashion trade show. In addition, the winner will have the chance to collaborate with the 2013 IHDA ICONOCLAST recipient, Rafé, as well as get featured in the September issue of Instyle Magazine.

Stefani first moved to Bowen Island 20 years ago with her family when she was a teenager. She was apprehensive about the move at first, she says, adding that she now calls the island home and raises her own family here.

When asked how she manages to juggle her family life and her grow-ing career as a designer, Stefani says that it has been interesting and cer-tainly a few things have fallen by the wayside but her kids are learning to pitch in around the house and her daughter is a huge help in the kitchen. “It’s a work in progress,” she added.

In response to questions about her future aspirations for the com-pany, Stefani says, “I certainly have more styles to add, a lot of travel in the near future for sourcing, but in general, it is my goal to remain true to my brand philosophy which is to stay with limited runs. My fam-ily comes first. When I started this whole thing, I wanted it to be some-thing I could have fun with, but manage to maintain with the same integrity.”

But for now, Stefani is putting her focus on the excitement of making her debut in the international fash-ion scene. To quote from her blog, “I am thrilled to have been recognized by esteemed members of my indus-try, and also to get the opportunity to go and have a complete blast with them in New York City. There’s nothing better than that!...Well, it’d be great if I could swing some Jimmy Fallon tickets.”

Bowen designer gets ready to represent canada in new York city

Her family comes first, says Larissa Stefani who is preparing to travel to New York as a finalist for the 2013 Independent Handbag Designer Awards. Debra Stringfellow photo

dEBRA STRINGFELLOWc o n t R i B U t o R

Two students of the Bowen Island Community School were chosen out

of 60 applicants to participate in TedxKids, the kids’ version of Ted Talks.

On May 17 at the Kay Meek Centre in West Vancouver, Paolo Verlee and Sophie Walters bravely got up on stage in front of 100 people and preceded to con-duct a four minute talk on top-ics reflecting this years theme:

Curiosity and Wonder. At the age of 11, both can now

add Ted talks to their lists of accomplishments.

Paolo spoke about different cultures and how they vary.

“I’ve lived in the Philippines for a third of my life and you see a lot of poverty over there. I find that it’s easier living here in Canada”, he said.

Sophie’s talk was about the feel-ing of classical music.

“The thought came to me as I was playing my violin one day and I became curious about

what the composer was feeling when he wrote the piece,” Sophie explained.

The day-long event allowed the kids to watch other motivating videos that, according to Paolo and Sophie, moved and inspired them to make a change in the world.

When asked whether they would do it again, they both said yes without hesitation – they would love to do it again.

For more information about TedxKids, see http://www.tedxkids-ambleside.com.

TedxKids illuminates curiosity and wonder Bowen students Paolo Verlee and Sophie Walters assume the ‘thinker pose’ as they are interviewed about their experience of participating in TedxKids in West Vancouver.Debra Stringfellow photo

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To the editor:

On behalf of the Friends of the Bowen Island Library, I would like to take this opportunity to express my

deep appreciation to everyone who partici-pated in this year’s BookFest. To the wonderful crew who helped set up on Friday, manned the cash and book tables on Saturday and Sunday, we could not have done it without your assis-tance.

To those who volunteered for packing up on Sunday - what can I say, you are all stars in my book (especially those who suffered injuries in the process).

And to all Bowen Islanders who purchased books and in doing so helped to support our local library - thank you so much.

The reponse to this year’s BookFest makes the hard work throughout the year very mean-ingful.

Greta Smith, volunteer voordinator

Dear editor:

The 2013 Steamship Days auction hosted by the Bowen Island Chamber of Commerce at the Bowen Island Pub on May 31 was a great success! The Chamber would

like to thank all the private donors and business owners that so generously donated both gifts and gift certificates to sup-port the cause. Your prizes and gift certificates raised over $3,000 which will be applied to the costs of the promotion of Steamship Days (July10 to 14). The event is going to be bet-ter than ever with the help of all the volunteers who make this possible. The dance floor was hopping to the tunes of Ginger 66. The donations were great and lots of people went home with fabulous prizes. Hat's off to Bowen Island!

Maria Steernberg, B. I. Chamber of Commerce manager

BIAC’S BANNERS ARE UP! Thanks to the work of the SHAW Cable guys -- Tim Hausch and Martin Jasny, the colourful Silver Anniversary banners are hanging at Artisan Square. Depicting the art of Gregg Simpson and Rick Stringfellow, the banners are a wonderful addition to the square. Thanks again to Tim and Martin for helping this initiative take off. We also thank the Province of British Columbia for its assistance with program. Submitted photo

To the editor:

I would like to thank everyone, both on Bowen and off, for the support during this past week, as this has been a par-ticularly difficult time for our family. Your comments on

the forum and to me personally were very much appreciated. I would also like to thank everyone who kindly donated

towards the Run Up for Down Syndrome fundraiser, in aid of Down syndrome research, which we entered as a team last Sunday. We raised an amazing $1,550 , thanks to your sup-port! Many, many thanks to the lovely Nancy Lee for posting the details on the forum to help spread the word.

This made us realise how much a small community cares. Thank you again.

Karen McGregor

Second throughts about signing the petition

To the editor:

The members of Bowen Island’s Seniors Keeping Young thank Smooth Stones for the grant of $800. The money will

be applied to the costs associated with the physical workout program every Monday morning at SKY.

At 9 a.m., members enjoy a dance program that challenges balance and coordination while they learn old and new dance steps and moves. At 9:45 to 10:30, they do aerobic

exercises working on stamina, flexibility and muscle development.

Our instructors are Bowen residents who are highly qualified professionals, experi-enced in health and physical training. This grant will help pay for their time. Thank you, Smooth Stones. SKY members pay an annual fee of $10 and a $2 donation (for speakers, room rent and coffee time) for each morn-ing they attend the program at Bowen Court from 9 a.m. to noon.

Kip Anastasiou, for SKY

To the editor:

Yes, on the spur of the moment, I signed the Stop The Docks petition placed beside the cash register in a local store.

Unfortunately, I signed a document without knowing all the facts. I want apologize to our mayor and council for that impulse act as I now believe the petition is directed solely at our elected officials.

I have since done some homework on the dock issue and here are my findings: I don’t believe there has ever been a regulation on building a dock in front of a water front prop-erty. Current council, like previous councils, has never exercised its authority to stop an

owner from building a dock outward front the shore line. This precedent is a long standing one. I believe that the owners and developers at Cape Roger Curtis acted in good faith by obtaining the necessary environmental and federal requirements to go forward with their plans.

When the provincial government corre-sponded with our municipal office to inquire about possible reasons not to allow the Cape owners to proceed, the municipality had no choice but to allow the project to go forward. As there were past precedents and no con-travening by-laws in place, the municipality’s response was straight forward.

Erwen Smith

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The summer’s a good season to spend extra time

with your best friend but of course you have to have a best friend to spend time with. I’ve had best friends in the past, I don’t really have one now. My son would be my best friend but I’m talking about best

friends from outside your family.My best best friend ever was West

Coast Comerford, blues guitar man. We played in blues bands together and over the years toured, wrote songs, made albums and talked about music, sports, women and life together. On a pilgrimage to the south side of Chicago we jammed with legends like Hubert Sumlin, who played with Howlin’ Wolf. We wound up touring with Hubert and made a record with him.

This one band West Coast and I were in began doing reunion gigs a few years back. But after hauling my drums from Bowen to exciting places like Duncan a few times, and not making much coin, I dropped out. West Coast got mad and we haven’t spoken since, though the fact he lives in Victoria is partly to blame.

Best friends are best if they’re nearby.I’d like a new best friend but you

don’t wanna go asking someone to be your best friend. It’s indecorous, embar-rassing somehow. But if I was gonna ask, Bowen seems a good place to find a best friend. It would have to be a guy, in straight couples, spouses don’t like it if their partner’s best friend is from the opposite sex. And besides, on the female front, my wife is quite frankly challenging enough.

Wolfgang Duntz would make a good best friend, knowledgeable and in the epicentre of Bowen activities, and he has a great sense of humor. But I’m probably not his type. I mean we get along but he’s smarter and could likely get a better best friend. If he doesn’t have a best friend, he might consider Andrew Stone or Cro Lucas or maybe even Doug Hooper, they’d be fine selec-tions as best friends.

Michael Epp would be a good best friend, he has an interesting way of looking at the world, but Michael’s more of a lone wolf. I like Morgan Quarry and Burns Jennings from Bowen soc-cer, but they seem like each other’s best friend already. Same with Phil Carlington and Mark Pennington, they are not only good guys but no bet-ter at soccer than me so it wouldn’t be

an unbalanced friendship, like with Morgan or Burns. But again, Phil and Mark might already be hooked up.

If someone has a best friend, you can still be one of their best friends, but not their best friend. You’d assume that most people would know who their best friend is. But I was talking to Patrick McGowan and R. Kynaston Kemble at the Ruddy this week and asked if they were best friends. One said, “You bet we are,” while the other said, “No, not at all.” It got quiet and I left them to work it out.

I decided recently to bite the bullet and ask Paul Lieske if we could be best friends. I brought up the subject but before I could ask, Paul jumped right in and said that I was his best friend - on Bowen. You can do that, you can have best friends in certain areas, like a best friend on your environmental committee or a best friend to meet on the Bowen ferry, which for me is Paul Stewart.

Now naturally I was glad that I hadn’t come right out and asked Paul Lieske to be my best friend overall and after he brought up being Bowen best friends, I had to make an adjustment on the fly.

“Yeah, sounds great,” I said, thinking quickly. “I mean, we can only be best friends on Bowen anyhow because I got several best friends off-island. Or actu-ally just the one but if I didn’t have that best friend, I do have others who’d be my overall best friend ahead of you.

“But sure, we can be best friends on Bowen. Cool.”

So, it looks like that will have to be it for me this summer, having Paul as my best friend on-island and no best friend off-island. I guess it doesn’t mat-ter. I mean, I don’t really go anywhere else and if I do, I’m happy going with my wife and son, my dad, auntie Judy, my step-daughter and the outstanding grandbeans.

The thing is: after being here a few years, you learn Bowen is a mov-able feast of best friends. I know great adults like Miles Hayes and Courtni McGillivray and great kids like Poppy Clemenson and Daniel McGregor, dogs like Juno Welsh and cats like Paris Hogan. I even know Sarah-Jo Bucklesnort-Lightbody’s chubby fish, Henry and Bob, and most every crea-ture on island is loads of fun to be with (okay, Sarah-Jo’s fish, not so much).

So here’s a thought: perhaps for this summer, and indeed for evermore, I shall have more than just the one best friend, and instead shall have an entire island of best friends. You in?

On the lookout for a new best friend – on Bowen

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To the editor:

Bowfest 2013 will once again be held on the tradi-tional Saturday prior to the

Labour Day weekend, on August 24. We are gearing up to bring the event back to its roots with a Bowen focus throughout. We are planning events that are in keep-ing with who we are as islanders and have proven to be popular over the decades of our com-munity festival’s existence. We have lots of family activities and live music planned throughout the day, with The Adam Woodall Band headlining the mainstage event and Mr. David Cameron as our gracious emcee. Thank you to the community members who

filled out the survey or gave us direct input. You have helped to shape this year’s event.

We do have to issue special thanks to two groups that have made it possible for this event to take place on this date. First is a thank you to the Tunstall Bay Community Association who made it possible to relocate a wedding reception that was scheduled on Crippen Field dur-ing part of the Bowfest weekend. The second is a heartfelt thank you to the wedding couple whose willingness to relocate has made this possible. A true community effort was engineered in bringing this to fruition. “Island Paradise” is Bowfest 2013’s theme, so now all the creative types can begin

designing and building floats along with choreographing the staging around these moving cre-ations.

Finally, we will be looking for some stalwart souls to become part of our team. Volunteers are essential for our community event to be seamless in program-ming and presentation. We hope you will consider joining us to make this a success.

The Bowfest board (Adam Taylor - chair, Holly Graff - vice chair, Lynne Hartle - treasurer,

Shaun Nagy - secretary, Pam Culver, Tony Dominelli, Andrew Stone and members at large: Bill

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Island Paradise-themed Bowfest set for August 24

To the editor:

A sociable little Torty has been hanging out for many months on Holding

Road, which is off Bowen Bay Road. She was also seen at Sealeigh Park this winter, so she is roaming far and wide. Is she lost and searching for her home...or for the people who left her behind?

Following her vet check, we learned she has a tattoo but it is undecipherable. She has been dematted, dewormed, and had a general check up. We’re hop-ing that the blood work analysis will not reveal anything majorly wrong health-wise.

Not having a facility and there-fore nowhere to keep her safe is a

dilemma. For now, she has a bed on the porch, where a kind per-son is feeding her. But she’s get-ting too old to be an outdoors cat and she is desperate for human interaction. The ideal solution would be if her family contacted us to say they miss her and want her back. Is this just wishful thinking?

Otherwise, we are seeking a fosterer or adopter who will give her the love and care that she is longing for. We would be willing to help with potential vet bills. She’s a real little character…even went for a walk yesterday with her current caregiver. Please con-tact [email protected] or 604-947-0032 with information or suggestions.

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Dear editor:

Re: Good neighbours at Cape Roger Curtis?

When I read the half page ad (May 24 edition) from The Cape on

Bowen Community Development (the Cape), I was pleased to see that they have come to “identify with and respect the island’s core values” and that they have “sensi-tivity and respect for all.“

I was then left pondering the sincerity of those comments when I received information from Bowen Island Municipality (BIM) as a result of a freedom of infor-mation request, disclosing the fol-lowing correspondence:

• Letter dated March 20 from Don Ho, the principal of The Cape and owner of lot 13, to BIM, announcing they are proceed-ing with the construction of the private moorage for lot 13 and attaching a copy of the site plan.

• Email reply dated March 22 from BIM to Mr. Ho, noting that there is a concern “the informa-tion you provided is not sufficient for you to proceed.”

• Letter dated March 25 from BIM to Mr. Ho, reminding Mr. Ho that a condition of approval from the provincial ministry was that he “must consult with BIM

prior to constructing your pri-vate moorage. . .” and stating that Mr. Ho is required to “submit a complete set of plans.” The letter identifies a number of concerns, including the fact that the sketch sent to BIM differs from what was approved by ministry, a reference to their site plan showing a con-travention of the upland covenant, issues with the sundeck platform, concerns about the environmen-tal requirements, etc. BIM con-cluded: “Construction on this project is not (bolded in letter) to proceed” until BIM has reviewed complete submission package as requested.

• Email dated April 3 from province to Mr. Ho, noting that the revised site plan sent to BIM “is different than the site plan that accompanied your original appli-cation” and requesting “an expla-nation as to how public access will be maintained along the fore-shore” and underlining the warn-ing they he must comply with local bylaws prior to commencing construction.

• Letter dated April 24 from Mr. Ho to BIM, enclosing “a com-plete set of plans” purporting to address concerns raised in the let-ter of March 25, 2013.

• Email from BIM bylaw offi-cer, noting the April 24 report of

a complaint about possible con-struction at lots 13 and 11, with bylaw officer attending on April 26 and confirming that forms were being built on the foreshore adjacent to lots 13 and 11.

• Letter dated April 30 from BIM to Mr. Ho, reminding him of the original instructions NOT to proceed and that, contrary to this direction, he had started construction, and again asking for revised drawings to address BIM’s specific concerns, one being how mitigation measures will be achieved, and another asking for the environmental construction management plan as recommend-ed by The Cape’s environmental consultants, Pottinger Gaherty.

• Letter dated May 6 from Mr. Ho to BIM, noting that his con-tractor will be providing various items addressing some concerns. No documents included.

Stay tuned, as to what good neighbours will do next – maybe listen to the pleas of the commu-nity to abandon the controversial project and to demonstrate their “sensitivity and respect for all.“

Thank you, BIM staff, for being diligent in your pursuit of this matter. Please consider a “stop work order” as a necessary next step when builders do not comply.

Nerys Poole

Correspondence raises questions about sincerity

Mary Elizabeth (Liz) Gourlay (nee Malcolm)June 11, 1954 to May 31, 2013Passed away peacefully surrounded by family, after a brief illness. Survived by her loving husband Andrew, sons David and Ben, sister Kate and brothers Bob, David and James. Born in Cornwall, Ontario Liz attended CCVS before moving to Kingston to attend St Lawrence College. Liz headed to Calgary after graduation, where she met the love of her life skiing at Sunshine. After temporarily residing in Nova Scotia and Ontario, she and Andrew moved to the West Coast to raise their family. Following seven years in Surrey, Liz and family moved to Bowen Island in 1991. Liz embraced the island culture and was a regular volunteer in the island community. She had a passion for hiking, camping and canoeing - rain or shine. Her love of sailing extended into volunteering with youth sailors. Liz was always cooking up a storm. She will be remembered sharing her love of food and laughter with friends and family.

She will be missed by us all.

In lieu of flowers a donation to the Lions Gate Hospital Foundation would be appreciated.

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Father’s Day is just around the corner and Family Place is once again hosting a Father’s Day picnic. Come and enjoy this free community event from

10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday, June 16, in Crippen Park at the picnic area. Fun activities such as face painting, bubbles, crafts and games will engage young children and their dads. In addition, some fundraising activities will be offered for a nominal charge. Bring a picnic, join in the fun and don’t forget to bring dad!

The annual Phoenix Baby Photo Shoot is scheduled for 11 a.m. to noon, also in the picnic area, making it easy for families wishing to participate in both events. For more information about the picnic or Family Place programs, please contact Tracy McLachlan at [email protected] or 604-947-2717.

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Sophie Townsend-Gault was a student who attended BICS from 1981 to 1994. She died when she

was 12 and her legacy has given BICS the Sophie’s Stories program, the spe-cial Grade 7 reference library, the white lilac bush in the Muriel Neilson Peace Garden, as well as the memory of her spirit and unforgettable smile.

Sophie’s Stories is a program that was created by the Townsend-Gault family, aiming to have annual local authors’ visits for five years (2010-2015) to share the joy of stories, inspire students, explore how books are cre-ated, raise awareness and deepen the connection between writers, books and youth. The program is offered to dif-ferent grade levels during its five-year

run. The community school coordina-tor organizes the program in consul-tation with the family, staff and local authors.

This year, the Sophie’s Stories pre-sentation was by local author Michael Nicoll Yahgulanaas for Grade 4 and 5 students. The presentation included looking at Haida Manga, the story of RED, original artwork, and a Q&A with students about how artwork and ideas can become a book.

After the talk, students had the opportunity to colour an original piece of Michael`s artwork that he created for BICS. Thank you to Michael and the parent volunteers who helped with this activity. The collaboratively-com-pleted Sophie’s Stories whale artwork, coloured by approximately 150 stu-dents, was unveiled at BICS as part of the Whale Day celebration.

Sophie’s Stories author visit

Approximately 150 students coloured the artwork by visiting author Michael Nicoll Yahgulanaas that was inspired by BICS’ Whale Day.Debra Stringfellow photo

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Sentinel Secondary student Andy Choi is joined by (from left to right) WVSD Career Facilitator Michele Doucet, West Vancouver Board of Education Chair Cindy Dekker and Supernal Arts business owners Farhad Amini and Mahnaz Baikzadeh. Andy, a Grade 11 student, is gaining work experience and pursuing his passion for art, as part of the district’s special needs student work experience program. Thank you to all of our community partners!

Thank you! Lucy Maud Montgomery’s beloved character Anne of Green Gables once mused, “I wonder what it would be like to live in a world where it was always June?”

Well, if you attend school or work in the West Vancouver School District, it would be very busy!

IB exhibitions, sports days, exams and grad ceremonies are all taking place this month, capping off a year of exciting learning opportunities for our students and staff.

We have thoroughly enjoyed visiting all of the schools in West Vancouver, Bowen Island and Lions Bay and celebrating students’ academic, artistic and athletic achievements and special events.

It has been a year of firsts, with the highly successful launch of our new Creative and Performing Arts Showcase - Lighthouse Festival 2013, held at Park Royal. We also co-hosted several sold-out parent education forums, in partnership with our Parent Advisory Councils.

Our primary goal of educational excellence and innovation has been achieved through the introduction of several new courses - District Honour Choir, The Young Entrepreneurship and Leadership Launchpad (YELL) and ACE-IT Carpentry - as well as our brand-new Premier Basketball Academy.

We are also very pleased to announce that Bowen Island Community School’s unique outside45 program of choice for Grade Six and Seven students is expanding this fall to include two classes.

None of these initiatives and enriched learning experiences would be possible if it wasn’t for the tireless dedication and work of our teachers and administrators in the West Vancouver School District. They continue to lead the way in public education and to “make a difference” in our children’s lives through inquiry-based teaching practices and social-emotional learning models. Thank you!

We wish all of our students and staff a restful and rejuvenating July and August and look forward to welcoming everyone back to the premier place for learning in September.

Clean Air ChampionsGrade 7 students at Irwin Park Elementary are the proud winners of a Clean Air Achievers contest sponsored by HSBC. The school plans to use the $1,000 prize to implement a new green initiative. The students are also looking forward to hosting two Olympians for the official award ceremony. Congratulations to all of the staff and students involved.

WVSD Summer Enrichment Programs – Where Learning Never Stops!Still looking for enriched activities for your child or youth this summer? Check out our amazing lineup of camps offering fun and interactive experiences for your kids. New this year is a Japanese Cultural Awareness camp and the innovative KWIL program, which engages kids in literacy for life (also available at Bowen Island Community School). Please visit our website www.sd45.bc.ca to register online.

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Gearing up for paddling seasonLISA BULLOCKB . I . S e A K A y A K I n g

As the days get longer and the weather gets warmer, more and more kayakers enjoy Bowen’s picturesque ocean backyard. Locals

can take advantage of great Bowen kayaking on Wednesday nights after 5 p.m. where locals paddle for only $10 – the best deal in town!

Advance and hone your kayak or stand-up paddle board skills with one of the many Bowen Island Sea Kayaking (BISK) courses or tours that provide kayakers with the instruction and knowledge to paddle safely and with confidence. Are you already an intermediate or advanced paddler looking for an adventure not far from home? The Howe Sound “Three Peaks Challenge” tests your skills and stam-ina both on land and on the water. This two-day guided tour involves paddling to and from three Howe Sound islands: Anvil, Gambier and Bowen, and climbing the highest peak of each. We provide kayaks, food and guide for this unforgettable experi-ence.

Kayaking is not just for the adults. BISK has a fleet of kids’ boats to get your little paddler started! The popular Kids Kayak classes are well underway on Monday evenings and at local schools: IPS and BICS are getting ready for their upcoming overnight kayak trips guided by BISK guides. Our summer “Kids Kayak Kamp” has already started taking registrations.BISK is also offering Kayak Birthday Parties for little paddlers (five to 12 year-olds) or big paddlers (ages 12 and older). Parties include 1.5 hours of super-vised kayaking instruction and fun, age appropriate games and activities conducted by BISK instructors. Boats, paddles, life jackets, PFDs and fun included.

On June 23, look for a hub of activity on the dock and around the island as paddlers from all over North America travel to Bowen for the epic Round Bowen Challenge. In its 13th year, this 32-kilometer race around Bowen Island is open to kayaks, canoes, stand-up paddle boards and outriggers as solo or relay team members.

For more information on tours, courses, camps and upcoming events, see www.bowenislandkayak-ing.com or call Martin at 604-947-9266.

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The Bowen boys have done it again. For the fourth year, a Bowen Islander has won the West Vancouver Secondary School Grade 8

Male Athlete of the Year award. Congratulations to this year’s winner, Elliott

Beamer, who follows in the footsteps of Charlie Welsh (2012), Finn Morales (2011) and Jack DeSante

(2010). Eighth grader Calum Cole was also nominat-ed. Elliott and Calum are off to a great start in their high school athletic careers.

Several other young men were nominated for Athlete of the Year award in their respective grades: Charlie Welsh and Grady Huskisson (Grade 9), Finn Morales (Grade 10) and Jack Welsh (Grade 11).

Congratulations to all the boys, but especially to Elliott, for keeping the streak alive!

Last week the WVSS Senior Boys’ Rugby team competed in the BC Rugby Union Secondary School Provincial Tournament in Abbotsford, ending the tourney with an impressive fifth place finish. Pictured here is the ‘Bowen Brothers’ component of the team, after winning their final game on Saturday. From left to right: Malcolm McEachern, Finn Morales, Jack Welsh, Ayden Radley, Niko Blomberg, Charlie Welsh, Jamie Frost and Jonas Blomberg (missing from photo: Coby Derban). Submitted photo

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Full Day Kindergarten is a play-basedapproach to early learning thatprovides children with the gift of time—time to gradually build languagedevelopment, creativity, and problem-solving skills—all critical for success—at a pace that meets each child’s needs.

Play-based learning helps to developstrong social-emotional skills throughpeer-to-peer interaction. A full day oflearning also provides time for more—more music, more drama, art, dance,time with technology tools, andoutdoor play. Our wonderful schoolfacility also includes a large gymand an expansive library within adynamic learning hub.

At BICS, children develop their skillsand interests under the guidance ofexpert teaching staff. The extended Kday also allows for greater involvementof parents and families.

Each child transitions into Full DayKindergarten based on his or herreadiness. We look forward towelcoming our newest learners toBowen Island Community School!

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No longer consumedSUSANNE MARTINE d i t o r

Heather and Mike Kerr signed on to be part of Consumed season two,

a Reality TV show produced by Vancouver-Based Paperny Entertainment and hosted by Jill Pollack, for a chance to sim-plify their life. The Bowen Island couple has four kids under the age of eight, including three-year old twins. “We wanted to live a minimalistic lifestyle. We were ready for a big change and felt we needed help to achieve our dream. We are an ordinary family, ready to make some huge chang-es,” Heather Kerr said.

Consumed host Jill Pollak shared her impression of the fam-ily, saying, “[The Kerrs] are an incredibly loving family and the kids are very sweet and helpful.” Pollak added that she believes that “Heather had a lot on her plate.” The children are home schooled, Pollak explained, and Heather works on the weekends in the city. “I was impressed with Heather as a human being and as a mother and I thought that she had it all together, relatively speaking.”

Except for the issue of having too much stuff that had started to affect the family’s relation-ships, Pollak said, adding that some things in life are like a row of dominoes - when one starts to fall, they’re all bound to go down.

But when does stuff become a problem? “We always say: Own your stuff, don’t let your stuff own you. If your granny’s afghan or your university notes are tak-ing up important real estate or if you’re not using something for its intended purpose, like the exer-cise bike that is used as a clothes’ stand, then you’re most likely on the edge of things not being opti-mal,” Pollak explains. “You want to nip that in the bud.”

Different people have different thresholds of what they can toler-ate, said Pollak, but everyone has a limit. Pollak said that even in her life, with her hectic travel schedule, things slide. “That’s normal,” she said. “But you don’t want them to slide too far.”

And the way the show deals with that is by taking most of the posses-sions out of the house for a period of time. “When they took our kitchen chairs and table, it was a bit of an eye opener, it made for some interesting dinner conversations,” Heather Kerr recalls, adding that “the kids loved it when we had the bare minimum in our house. Just 10 items and a few kitchen necessi-ties. It was a joyful and free time.”

After living with the bare mini-mum, the Kerrs were invited to the warehouse where their possessions were stored to decide what they wanted to keep. They later learned that not everyone was on the same page in this decision making process. “The funniest thing was when our items were brought back from the warehouse and I com-mented that I was missing several things that I thought we had kept, such as wedding china, some furni-ture and a few things that were spe-cial,” Heather said. “It turns out that our oldest child, who really wanted a simpler life, had put ‘toss’ stick-ers on stuff behind our backs.” She explains that the family had to sort

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“We live a much simpler life and actually got rid of 85 per cent of our stuff. We have time for what really matters to us, which is play-ing with the kids, time together as a couple and a family. We now view stuff as just that: stuff. It does not define who we are,” she said. “We have taught our children that we don’t need to be consumers to be happy. Family means everything to us and we wanted more out of life than cleaning up and organiz-ing clutter.”

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MAKE MONEY and save lives. We are offering exclusive rights in your area, 100% guaranteed return of investment. Don’t pay until you see your business up and running. Voted top vending program in North America. Absolutely no selling involved; www.locationfi rstvend-ing.com. Call 1-855-933-3555 for more information today.

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIESTRAIN TO BE AN Apartment/Con-dominium Manager at home! We have jobs across Canada. Thou-sands of graduates working. 32 years of success! Government certifi ed. www.RMTI.ca or 1-800-665-8339, 604-681-5456.


109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Marine Superintendent/Detachment Superintendent, Canadian Forces Auxiliary Fleet, a civilian component of the Department Of National Defence, seeks Marine Managers for positions in Nanoose Bay and Victoria (Vancouver Island), British Columbia. Online applications only through the Public Service Commis-sion of Canada website, Refer-ence# DND13J-008697-000065, Selection Process# 13-DND-EA-ESQ-373623, Marine Superinten-dent/Detachment Superintendent.pplicants must meet all essential qualifi cations listed and complete the application within the prescribed timelines. **http://jobs-em-plois.gc.ca/index-eng.htm. Surintendant / Surintendant de de-tachement de la Marine. La fl otte auxiliaire des forces canadiennes, une composante civile du ministère de la Defense nationale, cherche des gestionnaires marins pour des postes situes a Nanoose Bay et Victoria sur l’ile de Vancouver, en Colombie-Britannique. Les candi-dats interesses doivent postuler en ligne a travers le site internet de la Commission de la fonction publique du Canada, Reference n DND13J-008697-000065, le processus de selection # 13-DND-EA-ESQ-373623, Surintendant / Surin-tendant de detachement de Marine. Les candidats doivent posseder toutes les qualifi cations essentielles enumerees dans la publicite en ligne et remplir la demande dans les delais prescrits. http://jobs-em-plois.gc.ca/index-eng.htm

OVER 90% EMPLOYMENT rate for CanScribe graduates! Medical Transcriptionists are in demand and CanScribe graduates get jobs. Payments under $100 per month. 1-800-466-1535. www.canscribe.com. [email protected].

111 CARETAKERS/RESIDENTIAL MANAGERS

CARETAKERLIVE-IN CARETAKER COUPLE req’d for busy seniors apt bldg.

Electrical, plumbing and hands -on maintenance required.

Call: Dunwood Place(604)521-8636 or email:

[email protected]

114 DRIVERS/COURIER/TRUCKING

EXP CLASS 1 TEAM DRIVERS Earn up to $6500/mo. Send re-sumes [email protected] Fax:604-598-3497

115 EDUCATION

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL.NO Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks.Weekly start dates. Job board! Funding options.SIGN UP ONLINE! iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853


115 EDUCATION

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL.NO Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks.Weekly start dates. Job board! Funding options.SIGN UP ONLINE! iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853

130 HELP WANTED

An Alberta Oilfi eld Company is hir-ing dozer and excavator opera-tors,Lodging and meals provided. Drug testing required. Call (780)723-5051Edson,Alta

.

GUARANTEED Job Placement: General Laborers and Tradesmen For Oil & Gas Industry. Call 24hr Free Recorded Message For Infor-mation 1-800-972-0209

Landscape ForemanWell established Company re-quires a skilled Landscape Fore-man to run a small f/t crew.We specialize in landscape repairs, smaller installations & some landscape maintenance re-lated duties. This is a diverse position that requires a multi skilled individual that can perform all duties from hard & softscape & basic landscape maintenance. We will negotiate a healthy wage, company vehicle and benefi ts. We are looking for an individual that is seeking long term employ-ment and opportunity. Apply with resume to:

[email protected] or visit us at

www.weedbusters.ca

RJAMES WESTERN STAR FREIGHTLINER Journeyman Truck & Equipment Partsper-son. Busy commercial trans-port truck dealership in Kam-loops has an immediate opening for a journeyman parts person. This position is permanent full time with com-petitive wage and benefi t package. Resumes to Attn: HR Dept 2072 Falcon Rd., Kamloops BC V2C 4J3 Fax: (250)374-7790 Email: [email protected] Only applicants selected for an in-terview will be contacted.

139 MEDICAL/DENTAL

MOBILE MEDICAL EXAMINERS:RNs, RPNs, LPNs, Lab Techs

Insurance Services Co. recruiting in Bowen Island and surrounding. Venipuncture experience req’d.

Contact: [email protected]

160 TRADES, TECHNICAL

EXCAVATOR OPERATORS req’d, prefer with exp. in Residential Exca-vation. Good wages & benefi ts.Fax 604-460-7853 or e-mail [email protected]

KLASSIC AUTOBODY (Hay River, NT) seeking Working Shop Foreman/Assistant Manager - Over-see Bodyshop, estimations, quality/safety, team-player. $37-$42 hourly+OT, company matched pension plan, benefi ts. Apply to: [email protected]. Fax: 867-874-2843.

MACHINERY mover with Class 1 Drivers Licence Fax resume to 604 946 0623 Pro-Tech Industrial Movers Apex Industrial Movers www.industrial-moving.ca

TWO FULL-TIME positions available immediately for an Import Auto dealer in the interior of BC. Service Advisor -minimum 2-3 years experience. Apprentice or Journeyman Technician - Both applicants must have good attitude, quality workmanship. Email: [email protected].


160 TRADES, TECHNICALPROFESSIONAL SALESCONSULTANTS. Central Alberta’s leading Ford dealer requires two professional sales associates. We maintain a large inventory of New & Used vehicles & friendly country atmosphere with big city sales volume. We are closed Sundays and all Statutory Holidays. We offer a competitive pay plan with an aggressive bonus structure, salary guarantee and moving allowance. Attention: Dean Brackenbury, GSM. Email: [email protected].

PERSONAL SERVICES

180 EDUCATION/TUTORING

APPLY NOW: Pennywise Scholar-ship For Women to attend Journal-ism certifi cate course at Langara College in Vancouver. Deadline June 15, 2013. More information: www.bccommunitynews.com.

182 FINANCIAL SERVICES

DROWNING IN DEBT? Cut debts more than 50% & DEBT FREE in half the time! AVOID BANKRUPT-CY! Free Consultation. www.mydebtsolution.com or Toll Free 1-877-556-3500 BBB Rated A+

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad cred-it? Bills? Unemployed? Need Mon-ey? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Accep-tance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420.

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. 1-877-776-1660.

Need CA$H Today?

Own A Vehicle?Borrow Up To $25,000

No Credit Checks!Cash same day, local offi ce.www.PitStopLoans.com

604-777-5046

NO CREDIT CHECKS •MONEY TODAY! •$500-$5000

• Instant Approvals • 60 Day Loans • Privacy Assured

• Burnaby & Surrey Locations

www.topdogloans.com604.503.BARK (2275)

188 LEGAL SERVICES

CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certifi ca-tion, adoption property rental oppor-tunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.

CRIMINAL RECORD?Guaranteed Record Removal

since 1989. Confi dential, Fast, & Affordable. Our A+BBB Rating

assures EMPLOYMENT &TRAVEL FREEDOM.

Call for FREE INFO. BOOKLET1-8-NOW-PARDON(1-866-972-7366)

RemoveYourRecord.com

STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

245 CONTRACTORS

North Rock Management - The Custom Home Builders 604.626.7100

260 ELECTRICAL

C & C Electrical Mechanical• ELECTRICAL

• FULL PLUMBING SERVICES• HVAC GAS FITTING

*Licensed *Insured24hr. Emergency Service

604-475-7077

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

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTSALWAYS! GUTTER Cleaning & Roof Blowing, Moss Control,30 yrs exp., Reliable! Simon 604-230-0627

287 HOME IMPROVEMENTS

320 MOVING & STORAGE1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING.

Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.

GET the best for your moving 24/7 From $40/hr. Licensed & Insured.Seniors Discount. 778-773-3737

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

MILANO PAINTING & RENOS. Int./Ext. Prof. Painters. Free Est. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510

www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland

604.996.8128 Fraser ValleyRunning this ad for 8yrs

PAINT SPECIAL3 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 ourLaminate Flooring &

Maid Services.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

“ ABOVE THE REST “Interior & Exterior Unbeatable

Prices & Professional Crew.• Free Est. • Written Guarantee

• No Hassle • Quick Work • Insured • WCB

778-997-9582

338 PLUMBING

FULL PLUMBING SERVICES• Hvac Gas Fitting • Electrical

*Licensed *Insured24hr. Emergency Service

C & C Electrical Mechanical604-475-7077

Bro Marv Plumbing24/7 plumbing, heating,

plugged drainsBBB ACCREDITED

call (604)582-1598bromarv.com

341 PRESSURE WASHINGAlways! Power Washing, Window & Gutter cleaning, all your exterior cleaning needs. 604-230-0627

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

Mainland Roofi ng Ltd.25 yrs in roofi ng industry

Family owned & operated. Fully ins. We do Cedar Shakes, conversions,

concrete tiles, torchon, fi bre-glass shingles, restoration

& repairs. 20 yr labour warr. 604-427-2626 or 723-2626

www.mainlandroof.com

Eastcan Roofi ng & Siding •New Roofs •Re-Roofs •Repairs

Liability Insurance/BBB/10% off with ad604.562.0957 or 604.961.0324

.

374 TREE SERVICES

TREE & STUMPremoval done RIGHT!

• Tree Trimming• Fully Insured • Best Rates604-787-5915/604-291-7778 www.treeworksonline.ca

[email protected]

PETS

477 PETS

Airedale Terrier pups. P/b, ckc reg., micro, health guar, 604-819-2115. email: [email protected]

BERNESE MOUNTAIN DOGS, bred at Diesel Kennel, one male puppy left, $1000. (604)869-5073

CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866

PETS

477 PETS

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

English Bulldog Pups, Ch. Bred, shots. Gorgeous show quality $2800. 604-513-0092

JACK RUSSELL pups 3F 1M. 8wks old, short legs, smooth coat. Dew claws done. $500. 778-883-6049

MALTESE 1 Male. 12 weeks old. 1st shots, vet ✔, health guaranteed view mother. $600. 1-604-355-0452

NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604-856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com

PUG STUD (rare silver) and Golden Retriever Stud (OFA and eye Cert.) available for service. May consider puppy back or cash, depending.604-820-4827 Mission

SHELTIES: Sable colored. One 7 month old, two 3 month olds. Ready now. Shots/dewormed. 604-826-6311

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

509 AUCTIONS

RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT Auction Burnaby - Saturday June 15th @ 11am - Used Equipment and Refrigerationfrom closures, buyouts & bailiff seizures. New Equipment Liq-uidation - direct from manufac-turer, & dealer showrooms! Got to www.KwikAuctions.com - or call 1-800-556-5945

559 MEDICAL SUPPLIES

AQUASSURE Walk-in Tubs & Showers Local service. Save $$ 1-866-404-8827www.aquassure.com

560 MISC. FOR SALE

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

566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

PIANO, Full keyboard, all the bells and whistles. Yamaha Clavinova. $500. Good cond. (604)531-1267

REAL ESTATE

627 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! 604-626-9647

WWW.BOWENISLANDUNDERCURRENT.COM Friday June 7 2013 11

On the calendarFRIDAY, JUNE 7

6 to 10:30 p.m. Free food, free music - drop in.

SATURDAY, JUNE 8

7 p.m. Tir-na-nOg Theatre (www.tirnanogtheatreschool.org) tickets at Phoenix on Bowen.

7 to 9 p.m. Gallery at Artisan Square.

SUNDAY, JUNE 9

7:15 p.m. Collins Hall.

6 p.m. Tir-na-nOg Theatre (www.tirnanogtheatreschool.org), tickets at Phoenix on Bowen.

Open meeting, 7:15 p.m. Cates Hill Chapel.

7 to 9 p.m. Bowen Court, call 2283.

9 a.m. Pilates, Carrie Thiel, 9:45 exercises, singing and refreshments, 11 a.m. Pot luck lunch.

7:15 p.m. Collins Hall. 604-434-3933.

7 p.m. BICS library.

10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cates Hill Chapel.

2 to 5 p.m. at Bowen Court with Pat Durrant.All levels welcome.

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


7 p.m. sharp. Bowen Court lounge. Call Irene at 2955.

10 a.m. to noon Cates Hill Chapel.

June 16, 2 to 4 p.m. at the museum.

June 15, 9 a.m. to noon BICS, see www.bowenagalliance.ca for info.

June 22, 3:15 to 5 p.m. BICS gym.

June 15, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Caring Circle office between the Village Baker and the Video store.

June 14, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Bowen Court.

June 16, 11 a.m. to noon. Crippen Park, Calling all babies born in 2012, group and individual photos, cake and refreshment. Please RSVP to Angela Powell at Phoenix: 604-947-2793 or [email protected].

June 16, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Crippen Park picnic area. Bring your own picnic, join fun activities and don’t forget to bring dad! A FREE Family Place event for families with young children.

Dr. Gloria Chao Family Dentist

www.bowenislanddental.com

Dr. Susanne Schloegl M.D.

Open Mon. Wed. Thurs. Fri.Call for an appointment

Artisan Square604-947-9986

Dr. Dana BartonNaturopathic Physician

596 B. Artisan Square

604-730-1174Natural Family Medicine

BLOOD TESTS, URINE TESTS OR ECGS6:45 - 9:00 A.M.

EVERY THURSDAYDR. ZANDY'S OFFICE

Dr. Utah Zandy604-947-9830

CALL FOR APPOINTMENTOPEN MONDAY,

WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY

Diana Romer MEd, RCC

COUNSELLING THERAPIST

Bowen and West Van [email protected]

www.clearhorizon.ca

BOWEN ISLAND WELLNESS CENTRE604-947-9755

CATHERINE SHAWDr. Traditional Chinese

Medicine/Acupuncturist

MARY MCDONAGHRegistered Massage Therapist

(Available Mondays through Fridays)

SANDY LOGANRegistered Physiotherapist

ROBYN IZARD RMT Registered Massage Therapist

(Available Thursdays through Sundays)

HEALTH &WELLNESS

Lisa ShatzkyBA, BSW, MSW, RCC

Therapy & CounsellingIn-home sessions available

778-837-7040Serving Bowen Island since 1992

JAMES GOLDFARB R.M.TRMTBC 05279

BODY VITALITY MASSAGE THERAPY

call 604.288.2860

Available every Sat. Sun. & Mon.ON COWAN RD. (Just past Willy's Way)

call or text 250.726.8080

BARRY DAVISONAdvanced Certified Rolfer /Movement Teacher /Registered Massage Therapist32 Years experience

Now in Horseshoe Bay!

Phone: 604-875-8711Email: [email protected]: barrydavison.com

To advertiseon the Health

Page call604-947-2442

REAL ESTATE

OKANAGAN

PRIME LAKEVIEW LOTSFROM $140,000

Also; Spectacular 3 Acre Parcelat $390,000 1-250-558-7888

www.orlandoprojects.com~ FINANCING AVAILABLE ~

639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES

• DIFFICULTY SELLING ? •Diffi culty Making Payments?

No Equity? Expired Listing? Penalty? We Take Over Payments! No Fees!www.GVCPS.ca / 604-786-4663

TRANSPORTATION

810 AUTO FINANCING

Need A Vehicle! Guaranteed Auto Loan. Apply Now, 1.877.680.1231 www.UapplyUdrive.ca

A1 AUTO LOANS. Good, Bad or No Credit - No problem. We help with rebuilding credit & also offer a fi rst time buyer program. Call 1-855-957-7755.

TRANSPORTATION

810 AUTO FINANCING

1ST CHOICE AUTO FINANCE Guaranteed Auto Loans 1.877.786.8704

Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402

DreamTeam Auto Financing“0” Down, Bankruptcy OK -

Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals1-800-961-7022

www.iDreamAuto.com DL# 7557

TRANSPORTATION

810 AUTO FINANCING

845 SCRAP CAR REMOVALTOP CA$H PAID TODAY For SCRAP VEHICLES! 2 hr. Service www.a1casper.com (604)209-2026

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

TRANSPORTATION

845 SCRAP CAR REMOVALThe Scrapper


58 UNCLASSIFIED

2009 Kawasaki 650 KLR motorcycle for sale

Blue with 4000km. Corbin saddle, tank bags, saddle bags,barkbusters, throttle lock, ram mount, GPS, skid plate, crash bars, etc. View in drive-way at 1137 Miller Rd. or call 2254.

$5,500 OBO.

Artisan Eats CafeHiring F/T line cook, min. 2 years exp.Also hiring counter attendants F & P/TGood wages, great team, tasty food

email: [email protected]

For Rent 1 bdr apartment Between Village Square & Municipal Hall

Available July 1 ref. required Sorry No Pets

Contact: 604-947-2944

HELPING HANDSHome/Business Cleaning

Doctor Visits (local + town)Shopping, Yard Work, Moving assistance. 25 years exper. - incl 8 years with Vancouver Coastal Health on BowenVal Gooch 604-947-2640

Cell 604-802-4365

58 UNCLASSIFIED

Hiring P/T Stylist at Movement.Must have previous retail clothing sales

experience and love our clothes and customer service.

Must be able to work on Saturdays and Thursdays.

Good compensation and perks email: [email protected]

The Gallery @ Artisan SquarePresents

UNIQUE APPROACHESFeaturing the work of

Michael EppAngie Bosworth

Liz WatsonJune 3 - July 7

Artists Reception:Saturday June 8, 7-9pm

58 UNCLASSIFIED

VACANCY COMMERCIAL SPACE

Location: Artisan Square, 569 A Prometheus Place(Next to the Dentist offi ce)

Size: 400 sq. feetRent: $607.00 inclusive

Contact: Audra 604 908-0545 778-374-0158

WWW.BOWENISLANDUNDERCURRENT.COM Friday June 7 2013 11

On the calendarFRIDAY, JUNE 7

6 to 10:30 p.m. Free food, free music - drop in.

SATURDAY, JUNE 8

7 p.m. Tir-na-nOg Theatre (www.tirnanogtheatreschool.org) tickets at Phoenix on Bowen.

7 to 9 p.m. Gallery at Artisan Square.

SUNDAY, JUNE 9

7:15 p.m. Collins Hall.

6 p.m. Tir-na-nOg Theatre (www.tirnanogtheatreschool.org), tickets at Phoenix on Bowen.

Open meeting, 7:15 p.m. Cates Hill Chapel.

7 to 9 p.m. Bowen Court, call 2283.

9 a.m. Pilates, Carrie Thiel, 9:45 exercises, singing and refreshments, 11 a.m. Pot luck lunch.

7:15 p.m. Collins Hall. 604-434-3933.

7 p.m. BICS library.


2 to 5 p.m. at Bowen Court with Pat Durrant.All levels welcome.

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


7 p.m. sharp. Bowen Court lounge. Call Irene at 2955.

10 a.m. to noon Cates Hill Chapel.

June 16, 2 to 4 p.m. at the museum.

June 15, 9 a.m. to noon BICS, see www.bowenagalliance.ca for info.

June 22, 3:15 to 5 p.m. BICS gym.

June 15, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Caring Circle office between the Village Baker and the Video store.

June 14, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Bowen Court.

June 16, 11 a.m. to noon. Crippen Park, Calling all babies born in 2012, group and individual photos, cake and refreshment. Please RSVP to Angela Powell at Phoenix: 604-947-2793 or [email protected].

June 16, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Crippen Park picnic area. Bring your own picnic, join fun activities and don’t forget to bring dad! A FREE Family Place event for families with young children.

Dr. Gloria Chao Family Dentist

www.bowenislanddental.com

Dr. Susanne Schloegl M.D.

Open Mon. Wed. Thurs. Fri.Call for an appointment

Artisan Square604-947-9986

Dr. Dana BartonNaturopathic Physician

596 B. Artisan Square

604-730-1174Natural Family Medicine

BLOOD TESTS, URINE TESTS OR ECGS6:45 - 9:00 A.M.

EVERY THURSDAYDR. ZANDY'S OFFICE

Dr. Utah Zandy604-947-9830

CALL FOR APPOINTMENTOPEN MONDAY,

WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY

Diana Romer MEd, RCC

COUNSELLING THERAPIST

Bowen and West Van [email protected]

www.clearhorizon.ca

BOWEN ISLAND WELLNESS CENTRE604-947-9755

CATHERINE SHAWDr. Traditional Chinese

Medicine/Acupuncturist

MARY MCDONAGHRegistered Massage Therapist

(Available Mondays through Fridays)

SANDY LOGANRegistered Physiotherapist

ROBYN IZARD RMT Registered Massage Therapist

(Available Thursdays through Sundays)

HEALTH &WELLNESS

Lisa ShatzkyBA, BSW, MSW, RCC

Therapy & CounsellingIn-home sessions available

778-837-7040Serving Bowen Island since 1992

JAMES GOLDFARB R.M.TRMTBC 05279

BODY VITALITY MASSAGE THERAPY

call 604.288.2860

Available every Sat. Sun. & Mon.ON COWAN RD. (Just past Willy's Way)

call or text 250.726.8080

BARRY DAVISONAdvanced Certified Rolfer /Movement Teacher /Registered Massage Therapist32 Years experience

Now in Horseshoe Bay!

Phone: 604-875-8711Email: [email protected]: barrydavison.com

To advertiseon the Health

Page call604-947-2442

REAL ESTATE

OKANAGAN

PRIME LAKEVIEW LOTSFROM $140,000

Also; Spectacular 3 Acre Parcelat $390,000 1-250-558-7888

www.orlandoprojects.com~ FINANCING AVAILABLE ~

639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES

• DIFFICULTY SELLING ? •Diffi culty Making Payments?

No Equity? Expired Listing? Penalty? We Take Over Payments! No Fees!www.GVCPS.ca / 604-786-4663

TRANSPORTATION

810 AUTO FINANCING

Need A Vehicle! Guaranteed Auto Loan. Apply Now, 1.877.680.1231 www.UapplyUdrive.ca

A1 AUTO LOANS. Good, Bad or No Credit - No problem. We help with rebuilding credit & also offer a fi rst time buyer program. Call 1-855-957-7755.

TRANSPORTATION

810 AUTO FINANCING

1ST CHOICE AUTO FINANCE Guaranteed Auto Loans 1.877.786.8704

Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402

DreamTeam Auto Financing“0” Down, Bankruptcy OK -

Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals1-800-961-7022

www.iDreamAuto.com DL# 7557

TRANSPORTATION

810 AUTO FINANCING

845 SCRAP CAR REMOVALTOP CA$H PAID TODAY For SCRAP VEHICLES! 2 hr. Service www.a1casper.com (604)209-2026


TRANSPORTATION

845 SCRAP CAR REMOVALThe Scrapper


58 UNCLASSIFIED

2009 Kawasaki 650 KLR motorcycle for sale

Blue with 4000km. Corbin saddle, tank bags, saddle bags,barkbusters, throttle lock, ram mount, GPS, skid plate, crash bars, etc. View in drive-way at 1137 Miller Rd. or call 2254.

$5,500 OBO.

Artisan Eats CafeHiring F/T line cook, min. 2 years exp.Also hiring counter attendants F & P/TGood wages, great team, tasty food

email: [email protected]

For Rent 1 bdr apartment Between Village Square & Municipal Hall

Available July 1 ref. required Sorry No Pets

Contact: 604-947-2944

HELPING HANDSHome/Business Cleaning

Doctor Visits (local + town)Shopping, Yard Work, Moving assistance. 25 years exper. - incl 8 years with Vancouver Coastal Health on BowenVal Gooch 604-947-2640

Cell 604-802-4365

58 UNCLASSIFIED

Hiring P/T Stylist at Movement.Must have previous retail clothing sales

experience and love our clothes and customer service.

Must be able to work on Saturdays and Thursdays.

Good compensation and perks email: [email protected]

The Gallery @ Artisan SquarePresents

UNIQUE APPROACHESFeaturing the work of

Michael EppAngie Bosworth

Liz WatsonJune 3 - July 7

Artists Reception:Saturday June 8, 7-9pm

58 UNCLASSIFIED

VACANCY COMMERCIAL SPACE

Location: Artisan Square, 569 A Prometheus Place(Next to the Dentist offi ce)

Size: 400 sq. feetRent: $607.00 inclusive

Contact: Audra 604 908-0545 778-374-0158



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