May, 2019 Archives

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!

Bowen Island Municipality is pleased to announce the hiring of a new Fire Chief, Derek Dickson.

Notice of a CLOSED Council meeting on Monday, May 27th, 2019.

Bowen Island Municipality Council is seeking members for several advisory Committees.

Business Engagement Lunch for Tech Workers and Telecommuters.

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.

We’re launching the Short Term Rental Policy Project, and we want to hear from you!

The Bowen Transportation Guide has been updated with current schedules and fares.

A new bylaw to regulate the ferry line-up has been adopted by Council.

Council has adopted a new bylaw to regulate the ferry line-up in Snug Cove.

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.

We are hiring a Community Economic Development Officer. This is a temporary part-time 2 year contract.

Bowen Island Municipality has received a $98,936 grant through the Province of BC’s Rural Dividend Program.

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 on Friday, May 3, 2019 at 9:45am