In the Community

Back in the sixties, when skateboards had metal wheels, it looked as though the activities surrounding this invention would prove to be simply a fad.

The Handloggers Half (HLH) Marathon Trail Race is all set to go again on Labour Day weeken. Once again, this year’s proceeds from the race will support two worthy causes.

Saturday August 19 Farmer’s Market at BICS 10am - 12pm Gallery opening: Circles of Life 4pm Gallery at Artisan Square Youth Centre Sk8 Day Featuring RAD Skates Demo Day 3 - 5pm at the Firehall on Adams Road Thursday August 24 Bowen Island Museum & Ar

We were a little worried, in the lead up and not sure if there was going to be a Dog Days of Summer event this past Sunday.

For a few years now, Bowen Island’s Youth Services Co-ordinator John Stiver has been setting up skateboard ramps and jumps at the satellite firehall on Adams Road roughly once per month in the summer.

Bruce Russell has been involved in numerous projects and initiatives throughout the community. He led the campaign for the construction of the community golf course, where he was President for 16 years and is currently the Vice President.

Joyce and Gordon Ganong are volunteer leaders constantly committed to the community. Joyce was the past Chair of the BI Community Foundation, and served as Co-Chair of the 2014 Vital Conversations event.

Sasha Buchanan’s enthusiastic leadership has contributed to the success of many events around Bowen since she returned to the island 16 years ago.

It’s time for another conversation! In 2014, the Bowen Island Community Foundation hosted the first “Vital Conversation”.

Susanna Braund has given her time to many community projects and committees, chief among them the Ferry Advisory Committee, for which she serves as Chair.