Bowen Island Undercurrent March 6 2015

75¢ includingGST

FRIDAYMARCH 6, 2015

VOL . 4 2 , NO . 0 9

Watch for more online at:WWW.BOWENISLANDUNDERCURRENT.COM

MERIBETH DEENE D I T O R

Bowen Island is a community of 3,600 and many more in thesummer, with one full-time doctor equivalent, when the Ministryof Health recommends a one doctor per 1,200 person ratio. Wehave no medical clinic with no regular after hours or urgent careservice, no taxi, limited bus service, difficult terrain for seniors,and no ferry between 10 p.m. and 5 p.m. and mid day. This is astory Caring Circle Program Director Colleen O’Neil tells over andover again in her pleas to get off-island medical service deliver-ers to understand the on-the ground situation on Bowen. It is astory she told again at council last week. O’Neil, flanked by Caring

Circle President Diane Marshall and Communications DirectorJulia McCaig went on to explain what Caring Circle does in a typi-cal month in the hopes that the organization might qualify for corefunding from the municipality, ensuring that the program directorsalary would be covered consistently, year after year.In the past year, Caring Circle has connected 36 people needing a

ride into town to get to medical appointments with volunteer driv-ers, organized three 6-week mental health programs, set up hearingscreening clinics, and partnered with Seniors Keeping Young (SKY)to create a community lunch program. Really though, these exam-ples don’t create a complete picture of what Caring Circle does, orwhat O’Neil takes-on in the average week or month.

Three months’ workElected leaders take stock of whatthey’ve accomplished

SilencePauline Le Bel reflects on 10 dayswithout words, work and the internet

Signs of springA local photographer captures thesight of Bowen as it blooms

BICS students Megan and Tessa interview Carol Petersen, owner of Nature Encounters in Snug Cove. This is part of aproject done in collaboration with the Bowen Island Museum and Archives where the students learn about local history,business, and interviewing techniques.Sarah Haxby, photo

Caring Circle: Filling in Bowen’s healthcaregaps and much, much more

continued, PAGE 8

BOWEN ISLAND PUB LTD.; 3.417 in; Process color; -; R001987392

MERIBETH DEENE D I T O R

On Saturday morning, West Vancouver andBowen-based businesses set-up displays in theBowen Island Community School gym in order topromote themselves at the first-ever Bowen IslandBusiness Showcase. The event was organized by theWest Vancouver Chamber of Commerce, with theassistance of Bowen Island’s First Credit Union. TheExecutive Director of the West Vancouver Chamberof Commerce, Leagh Gabriel, estimates that 50 mem-bers of the public stopped by to check it out andnoted that most people don’t want to spend a sunnySaturday in a school gym. However, based on the factthat they managed to sell all the table-spaces avail-able for businesses, the Chamber will likely go aheadand organize the event again next year.“The West Vancouver Chamber of Commerce

is interested in just about any opportunity that canoffer exposure, and that was the purpose of thisevent,” says Gabriel. “It allows businesses to let localresidents know they are there, which is good foreveryone. If one person came through who has anailing parent or relative, and now knows about what’soffered by Amica or Westerleigh retirement homes,then that is a good thing.”Gabriel says that one of the things she was sur-

prised by was the lack of Bed & Breakfast ownerswho set up at the event.“I’ve always thought that B&B’s are one of Bowen’s

biggest assets, as we have a real lack of accommo-dation options in West Vancouver,” says Gabriel.“I didn’t meet any accommodations owners onSaturday.”Carol Petersen, owner of Nature Encounters in

Snug Cove, did attend the business showcase but wasnot solely focused on the promotion of her guestsuite.

Local businessesmake connectionsdespite sunshineat first everBusiness Showcase

continued, PAGE 9

2 • FRIDAYMARCH 6 2015 WWW.BOWENISLANDUNDERCURRENT.COM

ASHTON COLLEGE; 6.917 in; Black; -; R002978697

BOWEN ISLAND MUNICIPALITY; 14 in; Black; -; R001988521

HANS BEHMS U B M I S S I O N

The second of four topics in this Winter/Spring CSA sponsored discussionswas held at The BIAC Gallery at Artisan Square on 26 February. A small, butinformed group investigated a variety of aspects of Education.Here are some of the fundamental questions:What is education? It is any process, structured or not, for the acquisition and

the expansion of knowledge.Is education limited to age or a particular phase in a person’s life? No, it is a

life-long exercise intensified at certain age levels and driven by circumstancesand an individual’s personality.Is it the ultimate goal to make a lot of money? That is an individual’s choice.Does education improve the quality of life? It can help a person to investigate

and make informed choices, which lead to empowerment and an improved mas-tery of life. It offers “vertical mobility”.Is education the same as Skill Training? Skill Training is part of Education, but

requires repetition.Are arts education, ethics and spiritual development as important as sciences

and physical education? A balance is the ideal.Who is a teacher, who is a student? We are all students and teachers through-

out our lives.Should teachers be third parents? No, but they should be aware of a student’s

emotional, mental and physical health and intervene along a prescribed path, ifthey see a student’s well-being is in danger.Should grades be given? More in the upper grades and always in conjunction

with a detailed analysis of the individual student’s developmental level at thatmoment.What are successful and what are unsuccessful methods?Here are a few of the notable quotes that came out of our conversation:“Everything becomes interesting, when you know enough about it.”“Liberal Arts are free-from indoctrination.”“Critical thinking, exploration and creativity are vital educational components.”I want to thank the participants for their valuable contributions and insights in

our discussion on Education.The third AGORA, topic: “ The Right to Die, “ or, “Doctor Assisted Suicide,”

will be held at The BIAC Galley on Thursday, April 16th, at 7:00 pm.For more information contact Hans Behm at: [email protected] or call him at

604-947-9447

Notes from the AGORAForum on Education

604.899.0803 | 1.866.759.6006www.ashtoncollege.com

we build careers

Ashton College

B.C. LicencedHome InspectorReady for a career change? If you are transitioning from abuilding related field, your skills are valuable and transferable.

The Home Inspection Certificate will prepare you for a boomingindustry and lay the foundation for building your own business.

Participants who complete the entire program will receive acertificate of completion.

Registration in progress.

Conveniently Available Online

Ashton is a proud partner of CAHPI (BC)

ashtoncollege.com/HIC

Learn more about our online 7-module course Home Inspectionprogram. Contact a program adviser at 604.899.0803 or [email protected].

Members requested for Bowen Island Municipal Committees

Committee PurposeAdvisory Design Panel Advisory Design Panel The provides Council with recommendations

with respect to the design, environmental compatibility and finishingmaterials with respect to siting and landscaping of all plans in theVillage Revitalization Area, Village Periphery Development Area, orany other major development with significant community -wideimpacts as directed by Council.

The Advisory PlanningCommission

The Advisory Planning Commission advises Council on all mattersrespecting land use, community planning or proposed bylawsand permits.

Board of Variance The Board of Variance authority is limited to provide minor varianceswith respect to buildings, structures and land use.

Community GrantsAdvisory Committee

The Community Grants Advisory Committee providesrecommendations to Council on Community Grants, Grants -in -Aidand Permissive Tax Exemptions that will enhance the quality of lifewhile delivering services economically to Bowen Island residents.

Finance AdvisoryCommittee

The Finance Advisory Committee is a select committee thatacts in an advisory capacity to Council, and acts as a source ofsupport and advice for Council and the CAO with respect to financerelated matters.

Fire Hall Facilities SteeringCommittee

The Fire Hall Facilities Steering Committee was created to providerecommendations and advice to Council on the development ofa new main Fire Hall/Emergency Operations Centre and provideoversight on the process in regards to the siting, cost andconceptual design.

Infrastructure AdvisoryCommittee

The Infrastructure Advisory Committee provides objective, non- political overview of Bowen Island’s infrastructure needs andpriorities.

King Edward Bay WaterSystem Local AdvisoryCommittee

The Kind Edward Bay Water System Local Advisory Committee isa sub -committee of Council, it has advisory powers to Councilregarding water system issues, and also reviews the operating andcapital budget for the utility.

Parks, Trails & GreenwaysAdvisory Committee

The Parks, Trails and Greenways Advisory Committee provides adviceand recommendations to Council and/or municipal staff on planningfor parks, trails greenways and outdoor recreation opportunities.

Tunstall Bay Water SystemLocal Advisory Committee

The Tunstall Bay Water System Local Advisory Committee is asub -committee of Council, it has advisory powers to Councilregarding the water system issues, and also reviews the operatingand capital budget for the utility.

Snug Cove Sewer LocalManagement Committee

The Snug Cove Sewer Local Management Committee reviews theoperating and capital budgets for the utility.

For more information on each committee and to view the Terms of Referenceplease visit the BIM website at the following link:http://bimbc.ca/content/committees-commissions-and-boards

Those interested are asked to fill out an application form: https://bowenisland.civicweb.net/document/57941/CommitteeApplicForm.pdf?handle=B0F722D81896446688ED138B0C426CE3

Please submit your completed application via email, fax or regular mail by Monday, March 16, 2015 at4:00 p.m. to:

Hope Dallas, Committee ClerkBowen Island Municipality

981 Artisan LaneBowen Island, BC V0N 1G2

EMAIL: [email protected]: 604-947-4255FAX: 604-947-0193

Bowen Island Municipal Council is requesting applications from members of the public interested inserving on the following Municipal Committees:

For more information call 604-947-4255

WWW.BOWENISLANDUNDERCURRENT.COM FRIDAY FEBRUARY 27 2015 • 3

BOWEN ISLAND MUNICIPALITY; 6.917 in; Black; -; R001983895

bulletin; 6.917 in; Black; -; R001987676

MAUREEN NICHOLSONS U B M I S S I O N

Councillor Gary AnderThe biggest surprise for me that there is a substan-

tial “industry” that revolves around local govern-ment, not only in BC, but I am sure in all of Canada.It is rather reassuring to know that there exists avast wealth of expertise and knowledge all workingtogether to help local governments operate effectivelyand efficiently.

Sue Ellen Fast“Trust the process,” Ross Carter told me many

years ago when I asked him for advice. This was pre-municipality when he was Bowen’s elected represen-tative to the GVRD.Today I am delighted to report that I trust the pro-

cess even more, seeing it from the inside. Orientationsessions presented by the Islands Trust and by reg-istered parliamentarian Eli Mina on behalf of ourmunicipality have illuminated the aspects of fairness,democracy, and natural justice behind it.Yes, the process brings a certain formality, and

what can feel like an occasional tediousness. But thepayoff is big.

Michael KaileI’ve enjoyed the council orientations, working with

a group new to me that to date have seemed bothopen-minded and open to discussion. Prior to get-ting to know the individuals, I might have thoughtthis to be an insurmountable barrier to progress.Proved wrong on that I am pleased to say!The team at the municipality have contributed

greatly as far as I am concerned as a new councillor.The strategic planning exercise was wholly worth-

while and most professionally orchestrated.Three months into this journey is a short period

in time. Issues forthcoming will doubtless challenge;however, it’s been a good start without doubt.

Melanie MasonI have been surprised by how much support/train-

ing we have been given and much of that is due tothe foresight of CAO Kathy Lalonde.I am enjoying the great variety of meetings that

I get to attend. Having the opportunity to sit downwith community members or municipal staff to get athorough understanding of current issues or projectsis of great interest and importance to me. I am alsoreally enjoying being the new council liaison to theRecreation and Community Services Commission.It is a real pleasure to be part of such a bright andengaged committee.I’m pleased we were able to take a firm stance on

LNG and also to make steady progress on formulat-ing the strategic plan.

Alison MorseWe have advanced the pub rezoning. I’m glad we

had some training sessions before we started intothe strategic planning process. I’m pleased with theway our strategic planning day went and am lookingforward to the follow-up. I enjoyed going to council-lor school and having the chance to chat with ourcouncil members, to get to know them a bit more.Meeting council members from other communitiesand the sessions themselves, you always learn some-thing.I wish we were having daytime meetings, not eve-

ning ones. We appear to have better attendance dur-ing the day and it is better for staff.

Maureen NicholsonI don’t think a day has gone by without something

new and genuinely interesting cropping up.We came together as a group very quickly, mostly

as a result of thorough, well-planned training and agood sense of “We’re diverse—and that’s okay.”

Notes from the Municipal HallChecking in with councillors after 3 months in office

continued, PAGE 9

As part of its regular water system maintenance program, theMunicipality will flush water mains in Bowen Bay, Blue WaterPark, Cove Bay, Eagle Cliff, Hood Point, King Edward Bay andTunstall Bay from March 9 – April 17, 2015. This procedure isnecessary to remove sediment that gradually deposits in thepipes and will not pose a health hazard. Municipal staff will try tominimize any inconvenience. Flushing will take place7 days a week from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in mostneighbourhoods. Please note: Snug Cove and Cates Hill toMillers Landing areas will be flushed on March 9 to alleviatewater interruption for Bowen Island Community School.

Every effort will be made to ensure that water quality is notaffected but some turbidity and higher than normal chlorineconcentrations may be present for short periods of time.Running your tap briefly should clear this up. In addition,temporary pressure fluctuations may occur.

For more information call Bob Robinson, Public WorksSuperintendent at 604-947-4255.

ReminderIt is recommended that water users with compromised immunesystems ensure their drinking water is boiled, filtered or distilled.

• 981 Artisan Lane, Bowen Island, BC, V0N 1G2 • TEL: 604-947-4255 • FAX: 604-947-0193 •

• e-mail: [email protected] • website: www.bimbc.ca •

WATER MAIN FLUSHING

BOWEN BULLETIN BOARD

FLORALIMMERSIONSFeaturing paintings byGregg Simpson and

ceramics by Jeanne SarichFeb 22 – Mar 22Reception Sunday8 Mar, 3-5pmGallery Hours

Tues-Sun 12-4pm

Gallery @Artisan Square

Presents

Dirty GirlsLandscapingIs looking for morecrew members.Gardeningexperiencepreferred.

Call Dee @ 0464

OIL PAINTEDPORTRAITS9” x 12”$150.00

Contact Alan at947-0211

or on his website adblair.com

No obligation to buy.

ALAN BLAIR WILLPAINT A

LIMITED NUMBER OFPORTRAITS IN OIL

@ $150 ea.

:One easy callJaime Ogden

383h 604-947-0c 778-868-1471

I cut grass.Plus many other services.

Advertisingdeadlines:4pm Friday to book

the space

4pm Mondayfor artwork

Contact Maureento book your

ad today.ads@

bowe

nisla

ndun

derc

urre

nt.c

om

Play a role in shaping the future of BC’s first credit union, helpingto improve the wellbeing of our members and make meaningfulcommunity impact. Nomination packages can be picked up at thereception desk of your local branch or can be downloaded from ourwebsite. Ensure you submit your application package, in writing,by 5:00 pm on March 17, 2015 for consideration.Visit www.firstcu.ca to view and download our 2015 Director Nomination Kit, or pick one up in your local branch.

First Credit Union islooking for passionate andcommunity-minded membersfor our Board of Directors!

BrannonBrothersroofing&sheetmetal

Call Mike at778-829-2516

I’ll pick up yourrecycling and

deliver to BIRC for$25/load

Kindling $20/boxat Building Centre

LANCE’SRECYCLING

CALL 947-2430

Wonderingwhy there’s so fewletters in the paper

these days?

We just don’tget many!

We really do wantto hear from you.

Kudos, complaintsor just general info,we’ll publish what

you haveto say!ed

itor@

bowenislandundercurrent.com

The Write Stuff.The Undercurrent encourages

reader participation in yourcommunity newspaper. Youmust include your full name

and a daytime phone number(for verification only). The

editor reserves the right to editfor clarity, legality, brevity and

taste.

Here’s how.To submit a letter to the editor,fax 604-947-0148 or mail it to#102, 495 Government Rd.,PO Box 130, Bowen Island,

BC V0N 1G0 or email [email protected].

B.C. Press Council.The Undercurrent is a memberof the British Columbia Press

Council, a self-regulatorybody governing the province’s

newspaper industry. The councilconsiders complaints from thepublic about the conduct of

member newspapers. Directorsoversee the mediation of

complaints, with input fromboth the newspaper and the

complaint holder. If talking withthe editor or publisher does notresolve your complaint aboutcoverage or story treatment,

you may contact the B.C. PressCouncil. Your written concern,with documentation, should besent to B.C. Press Council, 201Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R2R2. For information, phone

1-888-687-2213 or go towww.bcpresscouncil.org.

viewpoint

Published by Bowen Island Undercurrent a division of LMP Publication Limited Partnership, #102 - 495 Government Rd. Bowen Island, B.C. V0N 1G0

Dear Editor,

The Bowen Island Golf Club was delighted to beone of many Bowen and West Vancouver businessesshowcasing themselves on a sunny and beautifulSaturday at BICS. Thanks to everyone who droppedby our booth to learn more about the course andenter our raffle. The raffle winners will be calledto pick up their prizes at the pro shop or the CupCutter, the latter which re-opens on April 2nd, fromThursday to Sunday until we go seven (7) days aweek in the high season.Those who attended the showcase would have

been able to review Glenn Cormier’s plans for thenew Bowen Island Pub which was the subject of one

of the most upbeat, positive and supportive PublicHearings on February 25th, that I have ever attend-ed. Now that was a love-in! Onward and upward.

On a sadder note, it is with great sadness I notethe passing of Herb Paterson on February 24th thir-teen days after his 90th birthday. Herb was a friendto everyone, an icon in the golf industry and direc-tor of the Bowen Island Golf Club. As can be seenin his obituary, he lived a very full and active life.Our condolences to wife Emilie and his family. ACelebration of Life is being planned, at a date yet tobe chosen at the Capilano Golf & Country Club.Yours truly,

R. B. (Bruce) Russell

All Advertising and news copycontent are copyright of theUndercurrent Newspaper. All

editorial content submitted to theUndercurrent becomes the property

of the publication.The undercurrent is not responsiblefor unsolicited manuscripts, art workand photographs. We acknowledge

the financial support of theGovernment of Canada through

the Canada Periodical Fund of theDepartment of Canadian Heritage.

Contributor

PaulineLe Bel

Publisher

DougFoot

Advertising

MaureenSawasy

2011CCNA

C A N A D I A NCOMMUNITYNEWSPAPERAWARD 2011

[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

#102–495 Bowen Trunk Road,PO Box 130, Bowen Island BC, V0N 1G0

Phone: 604.947.2442 Fax: 604.947.0148

Deadline for all advertising and editorial:Monday, 4:00p.m.

www.bowenislandundercurrent.com

Bowen Island UndercurrentSubscription Rates:

Mailed1 year Subscription (With in Canada)$65.00, including GST

Newsstand (Single Copy)75 cents per copy, including GST

Editor

MeribethDeen


Dear Editor,

Who has the time, energy and expertise to analyzethe thousands of pages of information regarding theproposed Woodfibre LNG plant in Squamish? Thedeadline for comments is March 23 so I’ve decidedto focus my attention on the public health and safetyissues because tankers, the size of aircraft carri-ers, carrying a hazardous cargo could be travellingbetween Horseshoe Bay and my home in Miller’sLanding by 2017.Resource Works, the organization that came to

Council last week and offered to give a presentationto create a “fact-based” conversation on LNG, has putout a 6 minute video titles ‘Floating Disaster? LNGTankers and the Reality of Risk’.The video interviews Mike Hightower from the

Sandia Institute, which wrote a now often-sitedreport on the risks associated with the LNG industry.Hightower describes a scenario where a vapor cloudfrom an intentional breach could travel as far as twomiles from an LNG tanker before igniting and ‘blast-ing back’ to the source.While he states that it would be hard to cause

the damage to an LNG tanker that would cause thiskind of scenario, my concerns remain. My daugh-ter attends Bowen Island Community School whichwould fall within this 2 mile hazard zone so naturallyI have a few questions:- The risk analysis report recommends building

safe shelters, installing warning signals and ensuringadequate emergency response training and equip-ment be in place for populations at risk in hazardzones. Will our Province and other elected officialsinsist these world class safety measures be imple-mented on Bowen Island?- Would this vapor cloud displace oxygen in the

air before ‘blasting back’? If so will Woodfibre beproviding each child, teacher and support staff withappropriate breathing apparatus/gas masks alongwith adequate training?- How hot is the ‘blast’ mentioned in the video that

would pass by our children within 1 to 2 seconds?Some people will say the chances are low that an

accident or terrorist incident will occur and this maybe true. However, the consequences are high. Wecan follow the recommendations…. Or not.Comments can be made before March 23 deadline

at: http://www.eao.gov.bc.ca

Janine Brossard

Dear Editor,

There certainly appear to be lots of reasons forconcern about the Woodfibre LNG project, but sure-ly Councillors Anders and Morse are absolutely rightin wanting the council to reserve judgement untilthe project’s proponents have been given a chance tomake their arguments. The council majority’s deci-sion to prepare Bowen’s official comments withouthearing those arguments is an act of informationsuppression that one expects only from totalitarianstates.Too bad. I really did have higher hopes for the

present council.

Bud Long

Two sides of the story

My concern: LNGsafety

Onwards and upward, Bowen

WWW.BOWENISLANDUNDERCURRENT.COM FRIDAYMARCH 6 2015 • 5

Dear Editor,

We would like to send out a big thanks to everyone who attended our poetryevent, “A Quiet Coming Of Light”, last Sunday. We had a great crowd, and it was afantastic show.We’d also like to extend a huge shout out to those who made it happen. Our

wonderful cast Kevin Spenst, Su Lin Tseng, Ian Cameron, Teun Schut, ChrisCorrigan, Jack and Julie at Tir Na nOg, Helen Wallwork, Tracey Hearst, SarahHaxby, Tanya Voormeij, Emily van Lidth de Jeude, Cates Hill Chapel, BIMA,BIAC, The Office at Artisan Square, The Undercurrent, Bowen Forum, and every-one who kindly put up our posters. You are all stars.Until next time, keep supporting live entertainment.

Jude and Paul

PAULINE LE BELC O M M U N I T Y C A U L D R O N

This column was suggested by Bruce Russell whois well known for many wonderful island undertak-ings, other than silence. I was having breakfast at TheSnug a few days ago, and Bruce told me how muchhe enjoyed my column on the art of conversation.He wanted to know about the silent retreat. “Was iteverything you expected?” I told him it was every-thing I needed. This did not satisfy him. He saidmany people would want to know what it’s like to bein silence for ten days. So here goes.It’s always a challenge to leave behind one’s daily

life, the people we love, the familiar landscapes, thetechnology we have come to depend on - for me it’sthe computer. I have been in silent retreats before.This brief respite from my everyday life can actuallylead to a deeper appreciation of that life. I go intoretreat to learn new habits so when I am faced withdifficult situations, I might find new ways to wel-come them, to work with them. Rather than resistingwhat comes into my life, I can choose to pause andreflect before I judge or react.Silence is vastly undervalued in our culture of con-

stant contact and instant communication, with voicescoming at us from the radio, TV, the Internet. Silenceis not just for the nun or the monk. Silence can bepart of an everyday life. I learned this from being amusician. It’s the silence, the rests, the pauses in apiece of music that hold it all together, creating thedynamic tension and shaping the melody and har-mony, leading to a satisfying, and sometimes surpris-ing, resolution.As a writer, I’m used to being in a quiet environ-

ment, but the quiet is usually purposeful as all getout, focusing on the book, the story, the song, thepoem, the column that is wanting to be written.In a retreat, the purpose is to embrace the silence,and notice the thoughts and feelings that arise, toacknowledge them and let them go. Most often, onecan get a brand new perspective on one’s life, on one’srelationship to the rest of life.The entire day is spent following another rhythm.

My mornings were stretched out, uncluttered byhave-to-do’s, emails and deadlines. The only deadlinewas making sure I got to lunch on time. There wastime to sit and meditate, walk and meditate, to movemy body in pleasurable ways, to stop and notice what

was ahead or at the side of me, to listen to the dawnchorus, to cheer (quietly) the first signs of spring. Forthe first few days, I slept al lot, making me realizethat I don’t get enough of it in my daily life. I madeup for that in the ten days.

Emptying the clutter in my mindleft space to become aware of

the deep life force within my selfand the world.

My thoughts – always so busy with project ideas– also lost their velocity, although, I was inspired towrite one poem about the silence. As I emptied ofunnecessary thought and activity, I learned how tolisten again, to myself and to others, in a compas-sionate way. Emptying the clutter in my mind leftspace to become aware of the deep life force withinmy self and the world. It felt like a coming home.I love the clarity that comes from being in silence.

The mind can get quite still without the myriad ofthings talking at us every day. There is the oppor-tunity to take a good deep look at one’s thoughtpatterns and one’s habitual patterns of action.Everything slows right down in the silence. Theway I walk – usually a brisk pace – becomes a slow,smooth, glide, as I listen for the heartbeat of theEarth, knowing this heartbeat is shared with all life.Thoughtfully placing one foot after another uponthe Earth, I recognize the life that goes on beneathmy feet, as well as above them. Even my handwritingslows down – more like the script I had as a youngwoman before the world got so accelerated. At theend of the retreat, I came to a deep appreciation ofmy intimate relationships with family and friends,trees and soil, water and air. And I experienced agreater acceptance of a life that has been full andrich, sweet and sour, timid and bold.Now that I am back to the ordinary chaos of my

life. I’m faced with hundreds of emails all clamoringfor my attention, a pile of papers on my desk, andwork to get to. It’s a challenge to maintain all that Ihave learned in the dazzling silence and to carry itinto the every day. I will go as slowly and thought-fully as I can.

The Art of Silence

BOWEN CHILDREN’S CENTRES U B M I S S I O N

Hooray! It is officially time to come out of hiber-nation and spruce up your wardrobe: the BowenChildren’s Centre’s 14th Annual Clothing Sale fund-raiser is almost here!Yes, this is the big one – a sartorial extravaganza

that’s practical, environmentally friendly, supportstwo island charities. It also happens to be loads offun.This year’s event will be held on Saturday, May 9,

at Cates Chapel. Proceeds from the sale itself willbenefit Bowen Children’s Centre, the non-profitSociety that’s home to Bowen Island Preschool, theCommunity Daycare, Family Place and The AfterSchool Club.A big part of this event’s popularity can be attribut-

ed to the amazing bargains: most items are priced ata mere $2! That’s right – a toonie. Exceptional piecesmay be priced individually, so that their donors canrest assured that they will fetch a higher price at thisfundraiser.We have a new DROP-off bin located for your

convenience in the upper playground for your gen-tly used men’s, women’s and teen clothing items.Accessories are greatly welcomed too. Drop off any-time Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Bowen Children’s Centre14th Annual Clothing Sale

Rosie Montgomery and Georgia Beatty at lastyear’s Clothing Sale.

Jude Neale hugs Su Lin Tseng.Pauulet Hohn, photo

Bowen supports Live Arts!

MAUREEN SAWASYU N D E R C U R R E N T H I S T O R I A N

In the February 13 edition of theUndercurrent, I erroneously reportedthat 25 years ago Peter Schmidt wasin the process of selling the BuildingCentre and retiring. Last week, hisson, Larry Schmidt came to visit TheUndercurrent office last week to let usknow that in fact Peter kept owner-ship of the Building Centre for manyyears after 1990. The information I putinto that particular article was takendirectly from Laura Cochrane’s IslandNews column.My apologies to the Schmidt family

for repeating the incorrect informa-tion.

25 years ago in the UndercurrentResidents who had been testing their

voltage reported readings between90 and 100 amps, instead of therequired 110 amps. A number of themreported these findings to BC Hydro.Apparently, the rapid growth in thenumber of residents on Bowen dur-ing both summer and winter monthsover the preceding 2 years was creatingoverloads in the power system. WhileB.C. Hydro had plans in place to fixthe issue, residents were being advisedto conserve as much electricity as pos-sible.

20 years ago in the UndercurrentThe headline on the front page of

the March 3, 1995 Undercurrent read,“Cost to construct community cen-

tre pegged at $4.8M.” The recentlyreleased the feasibility report out-lined details of the project: the floorarea would be 26,400 square feet withan additional 4,500 square feet for alibrary, for example. The report hadbeen prepared in recognition thatdemands on the current communityspace (BICS) were becoming to highand that space was lacking for currentand future programs. Estimates putpopulation to grow by 40% by the endof the century. This would put Bowen’spopulation at 4000 people. With theurging of the GVRD board,

10 years ago in the UndercurrentDespite an additional offer of 5,000

square metres of parkland offeredby the applicant, Bowen’s municipalcouncil decided to delay second andthird readings of the rezoning applica-tion for Artisan Square. In exchangefor rezoning lands at Artisan Squareand north of Grafton Road, Berry hadalready agreed to donate $20,000 incash plus green space and land for askateboard park, totaling 3,800 squaremetres. Included in the applicationpackage is the controversial proposalto move the gas station to a site situ-ated between the teen centre and theBowen Isalnd Communicty School.In an interview Berry said he was sur-prised that council wasn’t more takenwith the proposed community ameni-ties package. “Never ever again would Imake an offer, if I’m involved in anoth-er project, that is so generous.” He said.“I’m offering so much and getting solittle in return.”

This week inUndercurrent history


BOWEN ISLAND VET; 6.917 in; Process color; -; R001987375

HK Strategies; 6.917 in; Process color; -; R006952523

AVISON YOUNG; 3.917 in; Process color; -; R001988587

EMILY VAN LIDTH DE JEUDES U B M I S S I O N

Spring has sprung very early this year. If you look closely at some of our localHazel trees, you’ll see tiny pink sea-anenome-like pink blossoms beginning toshrivel up, though the catkins still dance yellow in the sun and breeze. Aroundthe island, soil is being tended, peas and other early seeds sowed, and Brassicasthat have held over from last year are beginning to show new life. Flowers bothtimely and early are blossoming everywhere: crocus, cherry, wild and cultivatedplum, forsythia, hyacinth, heather; even dandelion and daffodil. Bees and otherwild pollinators of many species alternate between drunkenly perusing blossom-laden branches and sleepily curling up in the bosoms of half-open flowers. Thankgoodness for the more seasonable lower temperatures, this week, and the sun, stillbeckoning.See photos pages 7 and 12. Enjoy!

Signs of spring

woodfibrelng.ca

Building a project that’s right for Squamish.That’s our number one priority.

Participate in the EAO Review Process

Learn more aboutWoodfibre LNGAn electronic copy of Woodfibre LNG Limited’s EACApplication and information regarding the EnvironmentalAssessment process is available at www.eao.gov.bc.ca. Copiesof the Application are also available for viewing at theselocations:

The EAO accepts Public Comments through the following ways:

By Online Form: www.eao.gov.bc.ca

By Mail:Michael ShepardProject Assessment ManagerEnvironmental Assessment OfficePO Box 9426 Stn Prov GovtVictoria BC V8W 9V1

By Fax: 250-387-0230

NOTE: All submissions received by EAO during the comment periodin relation to the proposed Project are considered public and will beposted to the EAO website.

Woodfibre LNG FortisBC Community Office38134 Cleveland Avenue, Squamish, BC

Squamish Public Library37907 2nd Avenue, Squamish, BC

Squamish Municipal Hall37955 2nd Avenue, Squamish, BC

Bowen Island Library430 Bowen Trunk Road, Bowen Island, BC

West Vancouver Memorial Library1950 Marine Drive, West Vancouver, BC

West Vancouver Municipal Hall750 17 Street, West Vancouver, BC

We are pleased to announce that the Environmental Assessment Office(EAO) has accepted our request to extend the Public Comment Period for ourproposed Project, meaning members of the public now have more time tohave their say.

Woodfibre LNG Limited made the request for this extension after hearing a desireon the part of the community to have more time to review and comment on ourEnvironmental Assessment Certificate (EAC) Application. The Public CommentPeriod has been extended by the EAO to 60 days from the initial 46 days. PublicComments can now be submitted until March 23, 2015.

Environmental Assessment of the Proposed Woodfibre LNG Project, Squamish, BC

Public Comment Period Extended

FOR SALE – 505 Bowen Island Trunk Road• 7.53-acre site• Three residential buildings containing 12 rental units• 5,476-sf commercial building, fully leased to Bowen Island Municipality• Footpath to “Village Square” retail – short walk to school, marina and ferry

For more information, contact:Rob Greer* Michael Emmott604.647.5084 604.647.1335*Personal Real Estate Corporation

AvisonYoung Commercial Real Estate (B.C.) Inc.E & O.E.: The information contained herein was obtained from sources whichwe deem reliable and, while thought to be correct, is not guaranteed byAvisonYoung Commercial Real Estate (B.C.) Inc. All measurements quotedherein are approximate.

Subject Property

BC Ferries BowenIsland Terminal(Snug Cove)

©Google EarthPro


BC HYDRO (DIRECT); 7.917 in; Process color; -; R001986888

ISLAND DISCOVERY LEARNINGCOMMU; 5.2027 in; Black; -; R001988586

EVERGREEN PROPERTIES; 4.917 in; Process color; -; R001988659

Top photo: Bee in a crocusBottom photo: Dandelion

Emily van Lidth de Jeude

BC Hydro has been asked to supply power to Woodfibre LNG’s proposed liquefied natural gas (LNG) processing and exportfacility near Squamish, and FortisBC’s expanded Coquitlam and new Squamish compressor stations.

We invite you to learn more about how we can supply power to Woodfibre LNG and FortisBC at one of our three open houses:

BC HYDRO OPEN HOUSES

4478

Gibsons

LangdaleLions Bay

Gambier Island

Anvil Island

Location of Squamish Compressor Stationbe determined by FortisBC

Madeira Park

Furry Creek

Britannia Beach

Squamish

Brackendale

Keats Island

Bowen Island

CheekyeSubstation

FortisBC SquamishCompressor Station*

Squamish SubstationMalaspinaSubstation

SecheltSubstation

WoodfibreLNG

FortisBC Eagle MountainCompressor Station

MeridianSubstation

GibsonsSubstation

Howe SoundPulp Substation

West Vancouver

Vancouver Coquitlam

Sechelt

Halfmoon Bay

* Locto

ABRITISH COLUMBIA

GDS14-204 Feb2015

138KV TRANSMISSION LINE




NEW INFRASTRUCTURE

EXISTING INFRASTRUCTURE

Port Mellon

BC HYDRO SYSTEM NEAR WOODFIBRE LNG

We look forward to seeing you there.For more information, please visit bchydro.com/woodfibrelng or contact us at604 623 4472, toll-free 1 866 647 3334, or [email protected].

Tuesday, March 17, 2015Drop-in between 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.Gibsons & Area Community Centre700 Park Road, Gibsons, B.C.

Wednesday, March 18, 2015Drop-in between 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.Seaside Centre5790 Teredo Street, Sechelt, B.C.

Thursday, March 19, 2015Drop-in between 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.Executive Suites Hotel and Resort40900 Tantalus Road, Squamish, B.C.

Are you familiar with our inspiringKindergarten Program?

Some key features:• Fully funded public school program (no fees).• Run by enthusiastic and talented B.C. certified teachers.• Classes offered 2.5 days a week.• Each child’s emotional comfort is of utmost importance.• Parents are always welcome in our cozy classrooms.• Meaningful learning plans created for each child.• A program where children experience partnership in

learning, where they flourish – intellectually, emotionallyand socially.

• Inspiring projects, imaginary adventures, music, dramaand art.

Come to our Information Meeting!Tuesday, March 31st, 7:30 – 8:30 p.m.at our ‘Cowan Centre’ location, 889 Cowan Point Drive.

Our hope is to enrich and widen the attachment circleyou have created so lovingly over the last five years.

For more information please call Allan Saugstad at604 992 2370, or email him at [email protected].

8 • FRIDAY FEBRUARY 27 2015 WWW.BOWENISLANDUNDERCURRENT.COM

BOWEN ISLAND GOLF ASSOCIATION; 9.917 in; Black; -; R001988524

from PAGE 1

“Because I am a person with pets, I cater to other people with pets specifically– dogs, cats, squirrels...” says Petersen. “But living on Bowen many people findthey have to do multiple jobs in order to pay the bills...For me, it means rent-ing out a guest suite, photography, selling travel tours, and leading safari tours inAfrica.”Petersen says that as someone who has spent a lot of time at trade shows, she

was impressed by how well this one was organized.“We were all up against a funny day on Bowen, with so much sunshine,” says

Petersen. “But personally I’m not disappointed in the numbers, it takes threeyears for a trade show to get established. I didn’t go to the Outdoor Adventure &Travel Show in its early days, but now I wouldn’t miss it. This year I’m even goingto speak there.”To further promote her guest suite as well as accommodations on Bowen more

generally, Petersen says she is working on organizing a B&B tour aimed at a WestVancouver audience in April.For Vaune Kolber, a realtor who has been living on Bowen since last July, the

Business showcase was a great opportunity to build connections with other busi-nesses.“I got to meet contractors and builders and landscapers who I wouldn’t have

known otherwise, and as a realtor, I feel I can offer my clients who are new to theisland a more complete package if I have these kinds of connections,” says Kolber.“It would be great to see more members of the public out, but I think that maybeif the businesses got together to think up some creative sort of offering, thatmight help.”For Tourism Bowen Island Chair Murray Atherton, the event was anything but

a disappointment.“I found it to be really fun, actually,” says Atherton. “I had the opportunity to

introduce one of my neighbours to three other immediate neighbours. And Ithink, considering a lot of people didn’t know what this event was about and itwas the first time for it, we can consider it to be a good success.”

Oydis Nickle at the Union Steam Ship Company booth.Emmet Sparling, photo

Business Showcase a chance forowners to connect

SANDY LOGANS U B M I S S I O N

The circulatory system is an intricately designedtransportation network that provides vital nour-ishment and removes waste from every cell in thehuman body. The heart lies at the centre of this com-plex. Within in about three weeks of conception, theheart of the developing embryo begins to beat andcontinues to beat more than three billion times dur-ing an average lifespan, never stopping except for abrief fraction of a second between beats. It is trulyone of the hardest working muscles in the body.Snuggled between the lungs and centrally located

behind the sternum (breast bone), this muscular dualpump serves two functions, receiving and distribu-tion. The right side of the heart receives deoxygen-ated blood from the periphery and sends it to thelungs where carbon dioxide is dropped off and freshoxygen is picked up for distribution by the left side of

the heart to all parts of the body. An average of fiveto six litres of blood is in circulation at any one time.It contains many nutrients, hormones and immuneboosters to keep cells operating at peak efficiency.A heart attack occurs when a blood vessel that

supplies a portion of the heart becomes blocked byplaque or a clot. The muscle cells in this region diecausing the heart to become less effective at pumpingblood.Symptoms of a heart attack include (not exclu-

sively): chest pain; difficulty breathing; abdominal orback pain; cold sweaty skin; bluish or paler than nor-mal skin; nausea and vomiting; denial; jaw pain.Sadly, cardiovascular disease is still the number

one trigger for heart attacks in North America. Yet,there so many ways to prevent it such as eating awell-balanced diet; watching your weight; daily exer-cise; managing stress, and stopping smoking. Pleasespeak with your healthcare provider to find out moreabout strategies for keeping you heart healthy!

BOWEN ISLAND GARDEN CLUBS U B M I S S I O N

On March 16, 2015 the Bowen Island Garden Club welcomes Charlie Sale whowill give a presentation titled “Managing Shade.” Charlie describes himself asa “serious gardener” of 50 years. He will tell us how he and his wife have trans-formed over two acres of steep mountain terrain near Deep Cove into a magnifi-cent woodland garden while still preserving the integrity and character of thesurroundings.Charlie is more than a serious gardener, he has been an active member of gar-

dening circles in both Ontario and British Columbia.. He has served as presidentof the Toronto chapter of the Rhododendron Society, the board of the AmericanRhododendron Society and president of the Rhododendron Society of Canada.He was also a board member of the Royal Botanical Gardens Hamilton, Ontario.Currently, Charlie is an active member (and past executive member) of TheFriends of the Garden at the University of British Columbia and served on theadvisory committee of the Darts Hill Garden Conservancy Society of Surrey,BC and as vice president of the North American Rock Garden Society. He isalso on the board of the Rhododendron Species Foundation in Federal Way,Washington, US.Please join us at The Gallery at Artisan Square on March 16, 2015 at 1 PM.

How to manage shade in your garden

The heart: three billion beatsin the average lifetime

HERB PATERSONFebruary 11, 1925 - February 24, 2015

After a courageous “Masters-type” battle with cancer, Herb peacefully passed away on February24, 2015 with his wife Emilie at his side at the North Shore Hospice. He was a man of manyremarkable achievements both in the golf industry he loved so much and many other communityendeavours in which he was passionately involved. He was a legend in the former; loved andrespected by everyone. Born in Vancouver, over the course of his working career he lived in Trail,Toronto, Hawaii, Vancouver and Vernon and on retirement made his permanent home on BowenIsland, BC. He was predeceased by his mother and father, both of whom served in the CanadianArmed Forces during WWI, by his first wife Dorothy (1997) and son Gordy at age 14. He is survivedby sons David (Susan), Alan (Carolyn), daughter Carolyn (Marc); grandchildren Colin, Hilary, Alanaand Rachel, his second wife of 16 years Emilie, his Titleist family and legion of friends throughoutthe golf industry in Canada and the USA.

During WWII Herb joined the R.C.A.F. serving as Navigator with the rank of Pilot Officer. At theconclusion of the war he attended the University of British Columbia, graduating with a Bachelor ofCommerce degree. He had a remarkable, distinguished and enviable 48 year career as the exclusivedistributor for Titleist, a business (Jim Morrison Ltd.) he purchased from his father-in-law whichhe grew from a modest annual sales volume to $36+ million by acquiring the exclusive Titleistdistribution rights to Fiji, Samoa, Guam, Alaska, Australia, Tasmania, New Zealand and Hawaii, inaddition to Canada. Indeed, there was no grass that grew under Herb’s feet! Nearing retirementAcushnet purchased his business in the early 1990’s, however, because of his passion for Titleist,Acushnet and the golf industry in general he continued as an ambassador for the company. Herbwas actively involved and instrumental in the development of the Predator Ridge Golf Club andResort in Vernon, BC, one of Canada’s premiere golf course developments. In addition, he was apartner in St. Andrews East and St. Andrews Valley golf courses in Ontario. In the early 1990’s hebecame a director of the Bowen Island Golf Club.

There was nomountain Herb, aka the“Lion King”and the“Hawk”, could not conquer.He establisheda friendship with Sir Edmund Hillary, who he hiked the Himalayas with in the mid 1980’s, up to hisearly 70’s. In 1994, at age 69, he made an ascent to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro. His friendshipwith Sir Edmund led to his becoming a director of the Sir Edmund Hillary foundation in 2005 untilhis passing. In order to balance the demands of his business life and mountain climbing challenges,Herb was a founding member of a unique club, FRED, with a few close friends. FRED is an acronymfor French, Red, Exceptional and Dry! That was our Herb. His other spare time activities included anumber of 10 and 32 km races on the northern tip of Baffin Island, sailing and serving as presidentof the Canadian Golf Equipment Manufacturers Association, competitive downhill skiing and in hislast few years being a dedicated member of the Little Red Church on Bowen.

His smile, charm and positive attitude were infectious which endeared him to a very wide circle offriends, business associates and admirers. Herb was particularly proud of beingmade an honourary,lifetime member of the PGA of Canada, along with Arnold Palmer. Before his passing he was madeaware the PGA of BC was considering a perpetual annual award in his honour. Determined he was,but none more so than to celebrate his 90th birthday which he did in relatively good form just 13days before his final putt. As to be expected, in early December 2014 on being advised he onlyhad six months to live he said, “well, I have had a good life and cannot complain”. A small familyservice is planned at the Little Red Church with a Celebration of Life to follow on March 17th,from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. at the Capilano Golf and Country Club. In lieu of flowers, donations can bemade to the BC Cancer Foundation (www.bccancerfoundation.com) or the Bowen Island Golf Club(www.bowengolf.com) for the Herb Paterson Memorial. May his soul rest in peace and his teeshots be long and straight on that big course in the sky. “Herb, your foursome is waiting and youwill be pleased to know, only Titleist balls are played on that course in Heaven”.


from PAGE 1

“Other than our local physicians and home carenurses, who are incredibly busy, we have no lead-ership around advocating for improving access tohealth and wellness services. Caring Circle has real-ly been the go-to organization for many people whohave questions around access to health services andresponding to those asking for health programming.”O’Neil told council. “We get calls asking, how do Iget home care? How do I get a mental health assess-ment for a loved one? What about my neighbourwho is living alone and completely vulnerable?”In an interview with her following the council

meeting, I reminded O’Neil that in her long list tocouncil about the things she had done that month,she had forgotten to mention that on Sunday shepicked up a medical bed from one of my neighbours.“Oh yes,” she said, and went on to explain who the

bed was for. This story melded into another one, andanother. One of these stories started with a call froma social worker at Lion’s Gate Hospital, who couldnot get in touch with the person who was deemed,on paper, to be the caregiver of a 92 year-old BowenIslander who was about to be discharged.“The woman’s neighbour had been taking care of

her, but she was burnt-out and could no longer takeon that responsibility and had called me to tell meabout the situation,” explains O’Neil. “The elderlywoman being discharged was still very frail, had noway of getting around and was not very mobile ingeneral. I explained the situation to the social worker,and I also explained the situation on Bowen, and Ispent the next two days organizing things – like get-ting food delivered – for the patient. I told the neigh-bour that because she was no longer acting as theofficial care-giver, Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)would take responsibility.”O’Neil says that “discharge cases,” such as this

one, where she ends up taking charge of a situationwhere a Bowen Islander is about to be released fromhospital (or occasionally, has already been released)usually happen every couple months. These cases canrequire several days of leg-work on the phone.She says she not only gets calls from hospital and

VCH social workers, but also from geriatric outreachworkers and adult mental health workers, and otherhealth professionals working with Bowen patients onthe mainland.“I’ve developed relationships with these people

now and there’s a sense of trust. Because of this, I canhelp people get the service they’re entitled to.”Advocacy is another task Caring Circle, and O’Neil

specifically, takes on.She says that recently she was attempting to track

down the person in charge of a new program being

rolled out in trial communities (that have not beenpicked yet) aimed at filling healthcare gaps by fund-ing paramedics who will take on extra work betweenemergency calls.“We know that when it comes to the time to pick

the trial communities for this program, they’ll beasking for a health-needs assessment. The MedicalClinic Society, which which grew out of CaringCircle’s work, had already written up an assessmentfor Bowen but I wanted to make sure we were ask-ing the right questions. When I finally got through tothe woman in charge of the program she told me thatthey had not gotten that far yet. So, then we got totalking about Bowen.”The conversation lasted roughly an hour, says

O’Neil, and it ended with the woman in charge ofthe paramedicine program being well-versed in thehealthcare gaps on Bowen Island.“She told me we need to stay in touch, and asked

about my background. I think when I tell someonelike this that I’ve worked at Lion’s Gate, VancouverGeneral Hospital and as a home care nurse on Bowen– that lends some credibility. Also, I do my home-work. I’ve read the entire framework document forthis paramedicine program, for example.”O’Neil says that she wants to focus her efforts on

this work, and connecting people in the commu-nity with the health-resources they need. However,researching and writing grants also swallows a lotof her time. In her first year working with CaringCircle, O’Neil says she took on the job as a volunteer.In 2014, Caring Circle received an age-friendly grantfrom the Province that covered her salary, but thisyear, the grant went to another community. Rightnow, she says, she is getting paid through philan-thropist dollars, but she would rather that money begoing into programming.Through O’Neil’s presentation to council, O’Neil

connected with Lorne Mayencourt, (LiberalCommunity Outreach), and Nicola Bentley fromJordan Sturdy’s office, who were very impressed withthe work of Caring Circle. They offered to pass on aletter to Terry Lake (Minister of Health) appealingfor financial support.“Lorne Mayencourt seemed optimistic that there

might be some funds for such an initiative,” saysO’Neil. She adds that her hope is that for fundingfor the Caring Circle, and her position as ProgramDirector, comes through the province.“I know that Caring Circle’s model does not fit

with anything that exists in the healthcare systemright now, so it may seem unfamiliar, but I am hop-ing that the government sees that it can actually helpalleviate strains in the system - especially in ruralareas.”

from PAGE 3

So far, I’m proud of the work we’ve done in strategic planning, opposing LNG,improving communication, and moving ahead with the pub rezoning. I’m look-ing forward to the April release of the strategic plan.

Murray SkeelsThe first three months have certainly been stimulating. On a personal level I’m

really enjoying it. I’m constantly reading up on one issue or another, emailing orphoning those who have information and being challenged by people with differ-ent perspectives and priorities.I’m proud of how well council is working. While our members represent the

full political spectrum, we are working hard to find common ground and thus farI think we’ve struck a pretty even balance.In the Bowen community I feel a sense of optimism. It’s early days, but it’s a

great feeling. Now we just have to nurture it.

Colleen O’Neil at her office in the heritage cottage beside the Bowen Island Library, which isbeing used as the headquarters for Caring Circle.Meribeth Deen, photo

Advocating for the healthcareneeds of Bowen Islanders

Three months at the Municipal Hall

DEBRA STRINGFELLOWS U B M I S S I O N

Thinking about joining the adult coed soccer league? Well now’s your chance,the league is ramping up for its spring session with a kick off date of April 7.The Bowen Island Football Club encourages all levels from beginner to

advanced and each team is hand selected to reflect player experience. The club istrying to encourage more people to join especially women, this is, after all a co-edleague.Last year Allison Nosek owner of Crazy Beautiful Hair Studio, decided to join

the league. The last time Nosek had actually played soccer was in elementaryschool, so while having a few insecurities to overcome and a family to considershe decided it was the right time to just go for it.“I had been talking to other ladies about their experiences with the co-ed team

and it just sounded really fun. I had always felt a small pull to soccer and thoughtthis was a good opportunity to act on it,” says Nosek.Passion for the game is at the heart of co-ed and although winning the infa-

mous wooden trophy is the ultimate goal, players who join understand that in theend its just a game.“My team captain was amazing! He was so supportive. He was constantly try-

ing to coach me into the best ways to position myself to get a goal. When I finallydid score, I think he was happier than I was. It was my first time ever playing soc-cer and I scored two goals last season,” says Nosek.Support and camaraderie for newcomers is paramount to the success of this

league. Soccer by nature is competitive however sportsmanship in the end willkeep players coming back for more. “There was a very healthy level of competi-tiveness. I found that people wanted to win, but more than that, they really justwanted to play. One game that we showed up to, we didn’t have enough players,so the other team gave us one of theirs. It just goes to show that all they reallywant to do is play,” says Nosek.Nosek’s team (Light Blue) took home the wooden trophy ending the Fall season

in triumph, the perfect ending for this newcomer.Deadline to register is April 1st and you must be 16 years of age and over to

play. Teams play 1 to 2 times a week on the BICS turf field. You can register asa single and couples will be placed on the same team unless otherwise specified.Don’t miss out, for more information check out the website at www.bowenfc.com.

Spring Co-ed Soccer, thebest time to Play!

Co-ed league newcomer Alison Nosek has learned she gets a kick outof soccer.Debra Stringfellow, photo


ferry schedule; 4.917 in; Black; -; R002970765

health; 6.917 in; Black; -; R001987411

SU RICKETT; 4.917 in; Black; -; R001988588

BI COMMUNITY FOUNDATION; 3.417 in; Black; -; R001988868

On the calendarFRIDAY MARCH 6The BFG: Dreams, Queens and Human Beans

Tickets at IPS, Phoenix and the door, $12. 6:30 p.m.at Cates Hill Chapel Free shuttle bus from ferry(5:45 & 9).

Legion DinnerDoors open at 5 p.m., dinner starts at 6:30

Jazz and Prime Rib at the Pub7 - 9 p.m at the pub

SATURDAY MARCH 7Youth Open Gym: 6 - 8:30 p.m. at BICS

MONDAY MARCH 9Seniors Keeping Young

No exercisesSylvia Adams on creating a Memory Book

Concerned Citizens Bowen hosting a PublicInformation Meeting on Woodfibre LNGCollins Hall, 7:30 p.m. Everyone welcome.Dr. Eoin Finn, PhD physics and chemistry, BSc,MBA International Economics, will be speaking fol-lowed by a Q&A

TUESDAY MARCH 10AA Meeting

Collins Hall 7:15 p.m.

WEDNESDAY MARCH 11Knitting Circle

2 - 5 p.m. Bowen Court - All levels welcome!

Caring Circle AGMCollins Hall 7 - 9 p.m.

THURSDAY MARCH 12Duplicate Bridge @ Bowen Court

Call Irene @ 2955

UPCOMING

SATURDAY MARCH 14St. Paddy’s Day Celebration at the Pub

with the Adam Woodall Band

MONDAY MARCH 16Bowen Island Garden Club speaker series pres-

ents Charlie Sale who will give a presentation on“Managing Shade Areas in the Garden” at the Galleryat Artisan Square. 1p.m.

SENIORS KEEPING YOUNGS U B M I S S I O N

Monday, March 9, 2015 at 10 a.m., SKY welcomesBowen Islander Sylvia Adams of Thumbprint Bookswho will give a presentation on what to do with oldfamily photos and memorabilia. Her talk will includesuggestions on:• how to get past road blocks to getting started• ways to simplify your project

• practical ways to begin sorting and makingmeaningful use of some of your collection;

• ways to get your kids or grandkids involved• some options available to get your photos

and/or stories in print for future generations.

Sylvia and Larry Adams have lived on Bowen since1993. Their small publishing company shapes family,community, and corporate stories and photos intobeautiful books.

Creating your family memory book

Distance:3 NAUTICALMILESCrossing Time:20 MINUTES

BOWENISLANDSnug Cove▼ VANCOUVER

HorseshoeBay

REGULAR SCHEDULEIn Effect May 15 to October 13, 2014

Leav

eSnu

gCo

ve

LeaveHorseshoeBay

THEWEDNESDAYSAILINGSWILLBE REPLACEDBY DANGEROUSCARGO SAILINGS.

NO OTHERPASSENGERSPERMITTED.

#

*

**

†

5:30 am **6:30 am7:30 am *8:35 am9:35 am #10:35 am11:40 am12:45 pm3:10 pm4:15 pm †5:15 pm6:20 pm7:20 pm *8:15 pm #9:10 pm10:05 pm

6:00 am7:00 am *8:00 am9:05 am#†10:05 am11:05 am12:10 pm2:35 pm3:45 pm4:45 pm5:50 pm6:50 pm7:50 pm *8:40 pm #9:40 pm

DAILY EXCEPTSUNDAYS

DAILY EXCEPTSATURDAYS &SUNDAYS

DAILY EXCEPTSAT, SUN &

MAY 19, JUL 1,AUG 4, SEPT 1 &

OCT 13

* *

*DAILY EXCEPTSATURDAYS

#DAILY EXCEPT

SUNDAYS

*DAILY EXCEPTSATURDAYS &

SUNDAYS

**DAILY EXCEPTSAT, SUN &

FEB. 9

†THE WEDNESDAYSAILINGS WILLBE REPLACED

BY DANGEROUSCARGO SAILINGS.

NO OTHERPASSENGERSPERMITTED.

**

BC Ferries REGULAR SCHEDULEJanuary 5 to March 31, 2015

5:30 am**6:30 am7:30 am*8:30 am9:30 am10:30 am11:30 am12:30 pm1:30 pm^3:00 pm4:00 pm†5:00 pm6:00 pm7:00 pm*8:00 pm#9:00 pm10:00 pm

6:00 am7:00 am*8:00 am9:00 am†

10:00 am11:00 am12:00 pm1:00 pm^2:25 pm3:30 pm4:30 pm5:30 pm6:30 pm7:30 pm*8:30 pm#9:30 pm

^WED & MAR.5-6, 12-13, 19-20

& 26-27 ONLY

InHabitSomatic Centre566 Artisan SquareSomatic Patterning

Massage

Craniosacral Therapy

Ball Rolling Classes

T’ai Chi Chih

(778) 952-3757

Breathe Move Touch

ChiropractorDr. Tracy Leach, D.C.

595B Artisan LaneTues. & Fri.Call for anappointment

(778) 828-5681www.leachchiro.com

Dr. Gloria ChaoFamily Dentist

www.bowenislanddental.com

Artisan Square604-947-0734

Alternate Fridays10am - 4:30pm

Horseshoe Bay604-921-8522

Dr. Utah Zandy604-947-9830

CALL FORAPPOINTMENT

OPENTUESDAYS &THURSDAYS

Dr. SusanneSchloegl

M.D.Open Mon.Wed.

Thurs. Fri.Call for anappointmentArtisan Square604-947-9986

Dr. Dana Barton

NaturopathicPhysician

596 B.Artisan Square

604-730-1174Natural

Family Medicine

604-947-9755 EXT #1TEXT: 604-653-9755OPEN 7 days a week!

MARY MCDONAGH RMT

ALICIA HOPPENRATH

ROBYN IZARDRMT

HARMONY SHIRE RMT

Celebrating 27 years

BOWEN ISLANDMASSAGE THERAPY@#597Wellness Centre

& #595 next door!!

Community Healthcare

RMT designation pending778-996-5911

BODYVITALITYMASSAGE THERAPYNow 7 days a week!

James Goldfarb RMTFri, Sat, Sun, Mon604-288-2860

Jenni Griffiths RMTTue,Wed, Thur604-240-6485

www.bodyvitaliy.ca

PsychologistDr. Carolyn NesbittPhD, R.Psych #1484

604-376-9801www.CarolynNesbitt.com

CATHERINE SHAWDr. Traditional ChineseMedicine/Acupuncturist

❦MARY MCDONAGH

RMT, DCHRegistered Massage

Therapist

❦SANDY LOGAN

RegisteredPhysiotherapist

❦COURTNEY MORRIS

R.Ac, DCHAcupuncturist / Homeopath

At entrance to Artisan SquareSuite #597

BLOODTESTS,URINETESTS

OR ECGS6:45 - 9:00 A.M.EVERY THURSDAYDR. ZANDY’S OFFICE

HEALTH & WELLNESS

“The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree”

Like fine wine you’ve improved with age

From your family and all your friendsPaul!Happy

60 thBirthday

BOARD MEMBERVACANCIES

The Bowen Island Community Foundation is passionate about the Bowen Islandcommunity. We collect and safely invest donated funds and distribute funds to a

range of projects that have been identified as priority areas by the community in theBICF Vital Conversations.

The Foundation seeks to appoint 2 new Board members at its AGM on April 30for a minimum 2 year term. We are looking for Bowen Island residents wanting tocontribute to our strategic community organization who have one or more of thefollowing areas of skill or experience: social media and communications, donorrelations, bookkeeping, charity/foundation law, donor relations, Bowen Island

youth programs, or executive committee experience with a philanthropic or othernot-for-profit board.

To apply, please send a confidential personal statement [email protected] by March 27th. The statement should outline your:(i) interest in being on the Foundation board; (ii) relevant skills and knowledge; and

(iii) relevant professional and community volunteer experience.

If you have any questions please contact Kathy Bellringer,Director at [email protected] or 604-970-5209

12 • FRIDAYMAR 6 2015 WWW.BOWENISLANDUNDERCURRENT.COM

BowenIsland

Undercurrentad deadlines:

The FRIDAYbefore you want the

ad published!

Please sendyour requests to

MaureenSawasy at:

[email protected]

THANK YOU!

The Undercurrent

SOCIALSHOPPER.COM - GLACIER MED; 7.917 in; Process color; -;R001979837

fundaid; 6.917 in; Process color; -; R011971395

BOWEN ISLAND MUNICIPALITY; 4.917 in; Process color; -;R001987386

VAUNE KOLBER; 6.917 in; Process color; -; R001988585

Get exclusive access to the best offers in the city

.com

Visit us online Find an offer you like Buy it Enjoy it!

Get these and other exclusive offers at SocialShopper.com

UPTO

-42%

12 or 15-Day All-Inclusive Trip to China with a River Cruise, All Internationaland Domestic Flights, Meals, Transfers and 5-Star Accommodations

Redeem online from

Vacances Sinorama

$1749$2799

Two-Night Stay with Breakfast for Up To 4 OR 6 People inDeluxe Room OR Suite at Best Western Sunrise Inn Osoyoos

Osoyoos, BC

Best Western Plus Sunrise Inn Osoyoos

$129$258

-50%

Check your mail box, your copy is waiting!

Spring Registration starts March 3rd

FOR SALE850 Petersen Road, Bowen Island • $1,049,000

A short commute from Vancouver, Bowen Island is the oasis you’ve beenlonging for while still having access to the best of city life. Indulge in

the natural beauty of your private 2.25 acres. Revel in the panoramic SEviews from this 3,040 sqft., 4 bedroom hillside home. Huge Artist studio/

family room/ or could be in-law suite. Live your dream now!

VAUNE KOLBER

[email protected] | www.betteronbowen.comlive better on Bowen today

604-506-7534

Endless Views - Inspired Living

Bowen Island Undercurrent March 6 2015

Documents

Transcript of Bowen Island Undercurrent March 6 2015