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HERE’S TO ANOTHER 50 The 50th annual Bowfest on August 29 celebrated the past five decades of Bowen Island through the eyes of Islanders who have all shaped the island we call home. Find many more photos from the party inside the paper! / Marcus Hondro (left) & Chelsea Strang (right) photos 1.15 acres

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Make it count, Bowen. 2026 General Local Election. Saturday, October 17, 2026

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All Council meetings are open Beginning September 1, 2026, the list of registered electors for the to the public to attend in Bowen Island Municipal Election will be available for public person or electronically, unless inspection at Bowen Island Municipality until the close of general noted otherwise. voting on Saturday, October 17, 2026. September 8, 2026 Anyone wishing to inspect the list must first sign a declaration 1:00 pm confirming that the information will only be used for purposes Regular Council Meeting permitted under the Local Government Act. September 21, 2026 Protect Your Personal Information 1:00 pm Committee of the Whole Electors may request that their address or other personal information Meeting be omitted from or obscured on the electors list. Contact the Chief Election Officer or Deputy Chief Election Officer to make a request.

Seeking Public Comment DVP-2026-0142 933/935 Dorman Road (Crippen Regional Park) Regular Council Meeting Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 1:00 PM A Development Variance Permit application has been submitted for the paving and expansion of the existing parking area for Crippen Regional Park, next to Snug Cove Field and the picnic shelters. This work will expand the capacity of the parking area from 24 to 27 spaces, and will involve the removal of 9 trees. Their application is to request a variance of the permeable surface requirement for parking lots in the P-1 zone, in order to allow an impermeable/paved surface.

Objections to Registration If you believe a person on the electors list is deceased or not qualified to register as an elector of Bowen Island, you may submit a written objection by 4:00 p.m. on Friday, September 11, 2026. Bowen Island Municipality 580 Bowen Island Trunk Rd Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (excluding statutory holidays) Sophie Idsinga, Chief Election Officer: 604-947-4255 ext. 246 Stef Shortt, Deputy Chief Election Officer: 604-947-4255 ext. 253 Election2026@bimbc.ca Learn more about the 2026 local election and voter registration at bowenislandmunicipality.ca/2026-election

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Children’s Centre transitions leadership BERTINE STELZER Bowen Children’s Centre The Board of Directors of Bowen Children’s Centre Society (BCC) is pleased to announce a leadership transition that will mark both the celebration of an extraordinary legacy and the beginning of a new chapter for the organization. Effective September 1, Ann Silberman will step down from her role as Executive Director and transition into a new oneyear position as Director of Partnerships and Development. This role will conclude on August 30, 2027, at which time Ann will begin her well-earned retirement from BCC. The Board has appointed Sarah Winny as Interim Executive Director, effective September 1. Sarah will lead the organization while the Board undertakes an open and competitive search for BCC’s next permanent Executive Director later this fall. Ann’s contributions to Bowen Children’s Centre and to early childhood education on Bowen Island are difficult to overstate. Over a remarkable career spanning more than 40 years, she has played a pivotal role in shaping childcare services in the community. Her leadership helped establish the Bowen Children’s Centre on Carter Road, guided the

organization’s growth through multiple decades and program expansions, steered BCC through the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, and helped secure participation in the province’s $10-a-day ChildCareBC program. Today, Bowen Children’s Centre serves close to 100 families and more than 160 children through five programs supporting Bowen Island’s youngest residents and their families. The positive impact Ann has had on generations of children, families, educators, and community members continues to be felt throughout the island. “Ann’s vision, dedication, and leadership have helped build BCC into the extraordinary organization it is today,” says Bertine Stelzer, Chair of the BCC Board of Directors. “We are deeply grateful for her decades of service and are delighted that she will continue to contribute to BCC over the coming year through this important new role.” The Board is equally pleased to welcome Sarah Winny as Interim Executive Director. Sarah has served as BCC’s Managing Director for the past four years and has been part of the organization for more than 13 years as an Early Childhood Educator and leader. Throughout her tenure, she has played a key role in supporting daily operations, staff leadership, and program delivery while working closely alongside Ann to advance BCC’s mission.

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“Sarah brings extensive experience, deep knowledge of the organization, and a longstanding commitment to Bowen Island children and families,” says Stelzer. “The Board has every confidence in her leadership as BCC moves through this transition and begins planning for the future.” Over the coming year, BCC looks forward to celebrating Ann’s contributions and legacy while building on the strong foundation she has helped create. The Board remains committed to ensuring that Bowen Children’s Centre continues to provide exceptional early learning and childcare services to families on Bowen Island for generations to come.

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A toast to Bowfest 50 and all involved BILL GRANGER Letter Writer / Bowfest Enjoyer Fifty years is a long time for an event to remain relevant and successful in any community. Bowfest 2026 was blessed with picture-perfect weather (as you will see elsewhere in this edition of The Undercurrent), hundreds of hard working volunteers and a day and evening full of joy. A huge thanks as well to the many amazing sponsors who contributed to the festival. The Bowfest Committee, led again by Jay and Sindi, delivered a great parade, community tables, country fair and field events with inflatables for the kids and stage program performances that celebrate Bowen’s history, agricultural roots and our diverse Bowen population. Hoping the winning slugs are back in their natural habitats and the prize vegetables find a good pot, thank you to everyone involved.

Bowen Island Gymnastics Club took 2nd Place among the Parade floats. Check out more Bowfest photos on Pages 8 & 9! / Sheana Stevenson photos

Recapping the 16th Rotary Run HILARY BUTLER Bowen Island Rotary Club The 16th Bowen Island Rotary Run - what a brilliant day that was! The sun shone down on us but not too well. Many thanks to all of you who ran or walked with us on Saturday; it was a great crowd. We are grateful to all our donors and sponsors who so generously supported us: Presman Wealth Management, Bellwater Water Systems, Frits de Vries Architects, Tomo Spaces, Dr. Gloria Chao, Bowen Island Properties, the De Vries, Ockeloen and Adams families; Snug Cove General Store, Artisan Eats, the Snug Café, Ruddy on Bowen and Savary Island Pie Company. And we can’t forget the prize donors: Lululemon, Artebella, Forerunners, Bowen Island Pub, Tippy’s, Phoenix Books, USSC, Catherine and Kathryn at The Burrow, and Cates Pharmacy. Everything we earn on our run goes straight to the young women in Rwanda whom we support with high school and university scholarships, so it is our supporters who are essential in our ongoing mission. We had at least 35 volunteers, both Rotarians and many others, either helping with registration, handing out refreshments, out on the course keeping everyone on the right trail, or supplying water to the thirsty. Results for all the events (except for the kids’ run which we don’t time) are on up our website komeracanada.ca If your time seems a bit slower than last year, don’t worry! This year we remeasured the course to make an exact 5K, hence the difference! We have placed the walkers on the 5K run sheet, and those who chose the N category are grouped

together with male and female. Here are the major winners for this year’s events: 9 and under Kids’ run Boys: 1st Beckett Graham; 2nd JP Kane; 3rd Julien Ramond 9 and under run Girls: 1st girl: Emma Graham; 2nd Lara Luckham, 3rd Maddie Kleingeltink 12 and under 5K Boys: 1st Will Butler (24:56) 12 and under 5K Girls: 1st Kara Waters (29:08) 5K Run Male: lst Zach Kennedy (18:42) 2nd Oscar Ryan (19:48); 3rd Dallas Lecoy (21:33) 5K Run Female: lst Kathryn Kennedy (21:59); 2nd Ariana Lunn (24:49); 3rd Gemma Leishman (24:55) 10K Male: lst Nicolas Feliciano (36:01); 2nd Justin Morin (37:45); 3rd Colin Kerr (41:14) 10K Female: lst Ginger Rose (49:49), 2nd Patricia Gray (55:47); 3rd Takasho Arisa and Kagamoto Ayuto (66:40)

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Bowen’s biodiversity comes into focus BOWEN ISLAND CONSERVANCY The winners of the Bowen Island Conservancy’s 2026 Biodiversity Photo Contest offer a wonderful glimpse of the wildlife being noticed around the island, from ravens and owls to insects in our gardens. In the adult category, Mo Anderson won first place for Curious Raven and third place for Blue Dasher in Repose. Lea Wiljer received second place for Hotel. Emilie Graham took first place in the teen category with Canada Goose in Snug Cove, followed by Elliot Green in second place with Pacific Banana Slug. No thirdplace prize was awarded in this category. Among the younger

photographers, Domino Jardine Patterson placed first in the kids’ category for Owl Takes Flight. Ella Loyer received second place for Barred Owls of the Forest, and Parker Quigley took third with Ants Day Off. The backyard biodiversity category celebrated the wild lives unfolding close to home. Catherine Robertson won first place for Rufous Hummingbird Feeding on Her Fuchsia Bush Flower. Algray Manlapaz placed second with Pieris marginalis Mating, and Eden Currah received third place for A Bee on Lavender. Congratulations to all the winners, and thank you to everyone who shared what caught their eye. These photographs remind us just how much there is to notice on Bowen.

Now showing: The Forever War MICHAEL NANKIN Bowen Island Film Society

‘Curious Raven’ by Mo Anderson (above) won first place among adults, while ‘Canada Goose in Snug Cove’ by Emilie Graham (below) was the teen category winner.

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Self-serving greed, contempt for human life, mendacity, foolish arrogance, a narcissist’s optimism. A belief that complicated problems can be solved with one simple move and that the outcome can be controlled. People set out on a brash, devious enterprise and accomplish the opposite of what they set out to do, leaving death and chaos in their wake. These are the all-too-familiar motivating factors in Billy Wilder’s Double Indemnity presented by the Bowen Island Film Society at the Bowen Community Centre Theatre this Friday, Sept. 4. Throw in a healthy dose of sex – a flimsy anklet bouncing on a well-turned leg, a strip of sunlight, the smell of honey-

suckle and the picture is complete. Double Indemnityis the granddaddy of Film Noir, setting the style for all that followed. Jean Renoir said, “Everyone has their reasons” and the anti-heroes of the film have plenty and see their crime as their last chance for happiness. But the die is cast and the joy of the film is watching the relentless march of justice play out. We can only hope that modern efforts along the same lines have a similar ending. In the meantime the Forever War of greed, selfishness and blindness to the facts endures. Double Indemnity is a screening in The Vault series which presents films of the past that speak to the issues and concerns of today. Screening is at 6:30 pm. Tickets available through Bowen Recreation or at the door.

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Nook Gala raising funds for a new home CATHERINE NIELSEN Knick Knack Nook Get ready for a fabulous evening of fun and community spirit as the Knick Knack Nook “Gala” Event takes place on Friday, Sept. 18 from 6 to 9 pm at the Bowen Island Community Centre. This special fundraising evening is being held once again to help raise much-needed funds towards a new building for the Knick Knack Nook - a project that will help secure the future of this much-loved community treasure. Guests will enjoy an amazing silent auction, featuring more than 70 donated items and experiences. There will be plenty of opportunities to browse, bid and perhaps discover the perfect treasure while supporting a great cause. Adding to the excitement, we will enjoy a fashion show showcasing wonderful and unique items found at the Nook. Local models will take to the runway wearing everything from vintage treasures and one-of-a-kind finds to stylish and unexpected pieces - all demonstrating the creativity and affordability that makes the Nook such a special part of Island life. The evening will also include a BBQ dinner from Miller’s Meatcraft, drinks, music, door prizes, a 50/50 draw plus plenty of opportunities to socialize with friends and neighbours. But more than anything, the evening is about community. For years, the Nook has been a place where gently used treasures find new homes, where people can shop affordably, and where donations and volunteer efforts help make a difference. Since the Knick Knack Nook Re-Use It Stores opened its doors in 2009 it has given more than $1 million to

our Bowen Island community. The new building represents an important next chapter - and the success of this fundraiser will make that vision possible. So save the date! The Knick Knack Nook “Gala” Event takes place on Friday, Sept. 18 from 6 to 9 pm at the Bowen Island Community Centre. The ticket price is free! It promises to be a night of great finds, great fashion, and great community spirit - all for a very worthwhile cause.

Last year’s Nook Gala. / Tristan Deggan photos

Community Choir tunes up for new season LORRAINE ASHDOWN Bowen Island Community Choir Joni Mitchel sings, “I am as constant as a northern star”. I think the same could be said about the Bowen Island Community Choir. For over 30 years, the BICC has been gathering, singing, performing, making friends, laughing, crying and more. It is not much different than any other family. You are invited to join us! If you have not sung in the Community Choir before, it is a soprano, alto, tenor, bass (SATB) choir directed by the fabulous Ellen MacIntosh and accompanied by the equally gifted Sheilagh Sparks. So, what do you need in order to join this choir, you ask? A love of singing. If you read music - that’s great. If not, you will be just fine. There are no auditions. Working towards a concert on Dec. 12, we will gather to practice at Cates Hill Chapel on Wednesday nights. Our first night for registration happens at 7:15 pm at the chapel. Personally, I have sang in this choir for more than 20 years as have many of my friends and neighbours. The amount of combined talent between Ellen and Sheilagh is enormous and every year I learn something new. We are going through some interesting times these days as human beings and there is no doubt that singing is one of

the best gifts we can give ourselves in these uncertain times. Please consider joining us. We are a group of over 45 voices and we make a joyful noise. If you are new to Bowen - this is a wonderful way to get connected to the Community. If you have been part of the choir in the past, we welcome you back. Either way, we look forward to seeing you on Wednesday, Sept. 9 at 7:15 pm at Cates Hill Chapel, 661 Carter Road. We will welcome you at the registration table as you receive your package of music and a freshly sharpened pencil.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR Friday, September 4 Movie Night at the Bowen Theatre This week’s movie is ‘Double Indemnity’, a film noir classic. 6:30 pm start, tickets thru Bowen Rec. More on Page 6. Saturday, September 5 Men’s Shed Pancake Breakfast Men of all ages welcome to join us behind Island Pacific School, 671 Carter Road. Come enjoy some food, coffee & great company. Feel free to bring a friend & introduce them to the Men’s Shed community. From 10 am to Noon. For more information on the Men’s Shed visit www.bimshed.ca Saturday, September 5 Handloggers Half Marathon The 13th annual Handloggers Half Marathon in support of Bowen Island trails and outdoor spaces. Sign up online to run or volunteer. Saturday, September 5 Harvest Market Farm fresh produce & eggs, farm tours and pick some flowers. Burgers from Miller’s Meatcraft. From 10 am to 2 pm at Endswell Farm, 1461 Mount Gardner Road. Saturday, September 5 Judi Gedye Open House Come chat about island issues with Bowen municipal councillor Judi Gedye. From 3 to 4 pm at Collins Hall. Wednesday, September 9 Community Choir Startup Bowen Island Community Choir is beginning their Fall season & seeking new members. Full details on Page 7. Thursday, September 10 Thursday Art Group Startup

The Thursday Art Group (TAG) begins meeting again at Collins Hall from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm. We’re a group of self-directed artists working in different mediums in a supportive environment. Please join us. First drop in is free. For more info write to shannonrondeau@shaw.ca Saturday, September 12 French Connections at the Library Drop in and join us to practice your conversational French, and get to know other French language learners on Bowen Island! Free, 10:15 to 11:15 am. bipl.ca/French Sunday, September 13 Book Launch at the Library Join local writer Aaron Rabinowitz as he launches his debut book of poetry, ‘Suggestions’, at the Library Annex. Free, begins at 1 pm. There will also be snacks! Monday, September 14 Rotary Speaker Series Kira Ptak and Anita Rullens, founders of Artebella Skin Health, will give an exposé on skin health and wellness: “Your Skin Tells Your Story” at 7:30 pm at Artisan Eats. Everyone is welcome! Thursday, September 17 Movie Night at the Bowen Theatre Showing of ‘Ace in the Hole’ (1951), a sharp and uncompromising drama from one of Hollywood’s greatest filmmakers, Billy Wilder. Starring Kirk Douglas, tickets $10 and available on Bowen Rec website. Movie starts 6:30 pm. Friday, September 18 Knick Knack Nook Gala Community fashion show, food, silent auction and more. Save the date! From 6 to 9 pm at the Community Centre. Sign

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FOOD & DRINK DOOR PRIZES

Wear your best Nook fashion ensemble!

SEPTEMBER 18

6:00-9:00 PM Bowen Island Community Centre

EVERYONE WELCOME!

Enjoy a

BBQ Dinner From Millers Meatcraft

up to be a model at the Nook. More info on Page 7. Saturday, September 19 Car Seat Clinic Bowen Island RCMP is teaming up with the Bowen Island Fire Department and the British Columbia Automobile Association (BCAA) from 10 am to 1 pm for a free event dedicated to child safety! This drive-thru event will be held at the Bowen Island Fire Hall in the rear parking lot. Saturday, September 19 Fall Equinox Party at Catching Stars Gallery Meet Marie Neys and learn her process with gold leaf. Party from 2 to 4 pm with demo at 2:30. Be sure to wear your favourite plaid outfit for your chance to win a prize! SUNDAYS Ping Pong at the Community Centre Come by the Flex Room between 1 and 5 pm for open ping pong. All equipment provided and everybody welcome! TUESDAYS Bowen Celtic Music Group All instruments & levels welcome. We start slow & can share music in advance. Doc Morgan’s from 7 to 9 pm. WEDNESDAYS Family Storytime at the Library Drop in for a free program of stories and songs! From 10:30 to 11:30 am in the Library Annex. Ages 0-6 with caregivers. No registration required. See all Summer Reading Club events at bipl.ca/SRCevents SATURDAYS Farmers Market The annual Farmers Market returns with a new home at Davies Orchard. From 10 am to Noon.