The inaugural Bowen Island Municipality Accessibility Advisory Committee has diligently worked since November 2023 to complete this first Accessibility Action Plan. This marks an important milestone in our commitment to fostering a more inclusive and accessible community. Stay tuned for…
The Strategic Plan 2026 Update helps guide Bowen Island Municipality’s work and priorities. It reflects the progress made so far and clarifies where we are focusing our efforts next. From infrastructure and environmental responsibility to community wellbeing and good governance,…
Metro Vancouver requires Bowen Island users of indoor wood burning appliances to make a declaration that they’ll follow best burning practices on the island. Bowen Island is outside of Metro Vancouver’s Urban Containment Boundary, so islanders are not required to…
Bluewater Park Water System Replacement Project: Final Stages July – August 2025 We are entering the final stages of the Bluewater Park Water System Replacement Project, withroadwork and paving scheduled to take place through July and August 2025. Paving Schedule…
Seeking Public Comment OCP/RZ-2024-01541360 Mount Gardner Road Monday, March 10, 2025 Regular Council Meeting Project Description Bowen Island Municipality has received an application to amend the Official Community Plan and Land Use Bylaw to enable the subdivision of 1360 Mount…
The Community Centre is nearing completion, with progress both inside and outside. Last Friday, the Integrated Life Safety demonstration was wrapped up, and reports are expected this week. The majority of paving has been completed; due to the cold weather,…
How to tell if a phone call from the municipality is legit? Scammers impersonate individuals, businesses and organizations to get access to your personal information or to get money from you. BIM is aware of a scam where a caller…
Public Notice Invitation to Comment on Bowen Island Outfall Replacement Transport Canada’s Navigation Protection Program administers the Canadian Navigable Waters Act. In accordance with requirements of the Canadian Navigable Waters Act, Bowen Island Municipality gives notice that it has submitted…
Progress on the Community Centre is coming along, slowly but surely! Paving of the front of the driveway was recently completed, and occupancy inspections are ongoing. We anticipate that we will be able to move in sometime in February, but…
Six members of Bowen Island Fire Rescue (BIFR) are participating in this year’s Climb the Wall Fundraiser, raising funds for the BC Lung Foundation. They will be climbing the Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre, March 2nd , to the 48th floor,…
