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In the past few months, a number of ferry marshalling options have been presented and discussed in council chambers as well as in the community. Carol Petersen, owner of Nature Encounters Tours & Travel Ltd.

Islands Trust Council is calling on the provincial government to keep the promise to treat ferries as an essential part of BC's transportation infrastructure.

Every year, seniors are moving away from Bowen Island as the majority of homes consist of single-family dwellings, often on difficult terrain, and many health services are a ferry ride away.

The news affectingB.C. in 2012 sometimes seemed too bizarre to be believed. Here's a tongue-in-cheek holiday news quiz compiled by Metro Vancouver reporter Jeff Nagel. 1.

This is the season to think about those less fortunate and do something to help, says Glen Cormier of the Bowen Island Pub.

many ideal business ideas." Kaile mentioned examples like cooking courses and canoe making. "Things like these are very much in vogue at the moment. And our unique aspect we're surrounded by water makes marine tourism a natural fit.

It's part of the mandate of the Bowen Island Community School Association (CSA) to support the community school as a hub for community learning and development.

The link between strength training and the prevention of osteoporosis is well documented, leading physicians to recommend an exercise program, especially for women over the age of 40 who are predisposed to the disease.

An enthusiastic welcoming committee awaited the arrival of chum eggs at the Bowen Island Fish Hatchery last Friday, December 14.

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