Current Topics

Say hi to Bowen Island’s new Ferry Marshals!

We know you have been asking for this for a while, and we are excited to welcome Ian and Anne to the team. They will be working on weekends throughout the summer to direct traffic and ensure everything flows smoothly and safely.

Be sure to say hello and give them a warm welcome the next time you see them out and about.

Stair Closure: Cates Hill.

The stairs between the old municipal hall and Village Drive are being replaced from June 2, 2025 until July 15 and will be closed during this time.

Please use an alternative route.

Questions? Contact Carla Skuce, Manager of Parks & Environment on 604-947-4255 ext. 244.

Bowen Island’s Fire Danger Rating is currently set to Moderate

By order of the Fire Chief, the Fire Danger Rating on Bowen Island is currently set to MODERATE.

This means that camp fires, including beach fires, are prohibited in all public spaces.

Questions? Call Bowen Island Fire Rescue’s non-emergency number on 604-947-9324 or email fire@bimbc.ca.

Read more…

Important Information Regarding Your 2025 Property Taxes and the Canada Post Job Action

2025 Property Taxes are due by 4:30 pm on Wednesday, July 2, 2025. Payments that are received after July 2, 2025 will be subject to a 10% penalty.

Mail that is lost or arrives after July 2, 2025 due to ongoing Canada Post job action will be subject to the penalty.

We highly recommend that you use a method other than mail to make your tax payment this year. If you, or someone you know, need assistance with accessing a payment method that is alternative to mail, please get in contact with us and we can help.

Read more…

Stage 2 Water Conservation Guidelines are now in effect.

Bowen Island Municipality is implementing Stage 2 Water Conservation Guidelines, effective June 1, 2025, for all municipal water systems, island-wide.

Residents on private water systems, wells, and streams are also highly encouraged to adhere to the guidelines because regardless of where our water comes from, on Bowen we all have a responsibility to protect the island’s water resources.

Stage 2 Water Conservation focuses primarily on reducing outdoor water use, particularly lawn watering, which is one of the largest contributors to summer water demand.