Local News

Ferry overloads and parking at the terminals in Horseshoe Bay and Snug Cove have been identified as key concerns islanders have when it comes to a national park reserve attracting more visitors to Bowen Island. B.C.

You may have heard the statistic Bowen Island is the fifth most (formerly the fourth) artistic community in Canada. What exactly does that mean? It means that per capita, we have a high percentage of our population who derive income from the arts.

The denial by B.C. Ferries of entry and exit through the security gate, or Village Gate, at the Horseshoe Bay ferry terminal continues to cause problems for some islanders.

With the transition to the colder weather, many people are more susceptible to getting a cold or the flu. Cates Pharmacy on Bowen Island is gearing up to improve islanders' odds of spending a flu-free fall and winter.

Crippen Park envelops Snug Cove and stretches toward the middle of the island, around Killarney Lake. Its proximity to the ferry as well as public amenities make it a popular destination for locals and visitors alike.

October 6 was supposed to be OneBowen's candidate selection meeting. But due to a lack of candidates, the electoral organization took the opportunity to announce a new direction.

In the second part of the mayor's report (part 1 was in last week's Undercurrent) I will highlight what has been accomplished over the past three years by council and staff.

The members of the Bowen Community Centre Action Committee invite the public to come out and help with landscape cleanup on Sunday, October 16, from 12 - 4 p.

The BC Ferry Commissioner will hold a public meeting on Bowen Island on Saturday, October 15, 10 am to noon at the Gallery at Artisan Square.

The members of the Bowen Community Centre Action Committee (BCCAC) are eager to convey our activity since our last update in May. Watch for our newsletter in your mailbox and posted on the BIM website.