Today marks 20 years of bus service on Bowen
On May 31, 1999, Bowen Islander Peter King started the Bowen community transit service. Today, he continues with his express bus service to downtown Vancouver, enriching the lives of many commuters on Bowen Island. Congratulations, Peter, on 20 years of improving transportation options for our community!
Property taxes are due July 2, 2019
Property tax notices have been mailed to Bowen Island property owners.
Bowen Island Municipality hires new Fire Chief
Bowen Island Municipality is pleased to announce the hiring of a new Fire Chief, Derek Dickson.
Blue Water Park and King Edward Bay Water Restrictions
Water Restrictions in Effect for Bluewater Park Water and King Edward Bay Water Systems.
Notice of a CLOSED Council meeting on May 27, 2019
Notice of a CLOSED Council meeting on Monday, May 27th, 2019.
Committees Seeking Members
Bowen Island Municipality Council is seeking members for several advisory Committees.
CEDC Buiness Lunch for Tech Sector Workers and/or Telecommuters
Business Engagement Lunch for Tech Workers and Telecommuters.
Council seeks community-based solution for Short Term Rentals
Bowen Island Municipality is undertaking a community consultation process to develop a policy for regulating Short Term Rentals (STRs), accommodation units that are rented for a period of less than 30 days.
What do you think about Short Term Rentals?
We’re launching the Short Term Rental Policy Project, and we want to hear from you!
Bowen Transportation Guide
The Bowen Transportation Guide has been updated with current schedules and fares.
New rules for the ferry line
A new bylaw to regulate the ferry line-up has been adopted by Council.
Council adopts bylaw to alleviate ferry line up issues
Council has adopted a new bylaw to regulate the ferry line-up in Snug Cove.
Seeking Expressions of Interest for a Child Care Planning Research Consultant
The Research Consultant/Project Manager will be tasked with understanding the current situation and availability of child care spaces on the Island, how many spaces are needed now, and how many will be needed over the coming years, as well as the type of child care that is needed.
Notice of a CLOSED Council meeting on May 13, 2019
Notice of a CLOSED Council meeting on May 13, 2019.
We are hiring: Community Economic Development Officer
We are hiring a Community Economic Development Officer. This is a temporary part-time 2 year contract.
Bowen Island receives grant funding for Community Economic Development Planning
Bowen Island Municipality has received a $98,936 grant through the Province of BC’s Rural Dividend Program.
Emergency Preparedness Week
May 5 - 11 is Emergency Preparedness Week. Islanders are encouraged to take simple steps to become better prepared to face a range of emergencies.
Closed Mayor's Standing Committee on Community Lands Meeting - Friday, May 3, 2019 at 9:45am
Closed Mayor's Standing Committee on Community Lands Meeting on Friday, May 3, 2019 at 9:45am