Did you know? The BC Wildlife Act prohibits feeding dangerous wildlife (including bears, cougars, coyotes, and wolves) or leaving attractants accessible that could draw them in. Leaving food out for deer, birds, raccoons, or other wildlife may seem harmless, but…
Bowen Island Municipality will be undertaking essential repairs to the Snug Cove North and South Docks following engineering inspections that identified structural deterioration requiring repair to ensure continued safe use of the facilities. The repairs are necessary to maintain public…
Homeowners in many areas of Bowen Island that are not currently considered hydrant protected by their insurance provider may now be eligible for improved fire insurance classification following the accreditation of Bowen Island Fire Rescue’s Superior Tanker Shuttle Service. Fire…
We’re introducing some changes to how members of the public participate virtually in Council meetings. Following the recent disruption of a Council meeting by unauthorized individuals on Zoom, we’ve reviewed our virtual meeting procedures and are introducing additional security measures…
UPDATE: July 15, 2026 We are pleased to report that the Municipality’s YouTube account has been reinstated. Unfortunately, the video recording of the Regular Council Meeting held on Monday, July 13, 2026 was not retained and is no longer available.…
Looking for a way to make a lasting impact in your community? The Advisory Planning Commission (APC) plays a key role in the community planning process by reviewing land use and development applications and providing advice and recommendations to Council…
The BC Conservation Officer Service (BCCOS) has paused efforts to capture the cougar that is currently residing on Bowen Island. BCCOS recently responded to a livestock predation event on the Island; attending the site, conducting an assessment, and confirming the…
Lək̓ʷəŋən, METULIYE/Vancouver, BC – Islands Trust Council announced the recipients of the 18th Islands Trust Community Stewardship Awards during its quarterly meeting, held virtually June 16 – 18, 2026. Islands Trust Council recognized five individuals and two organizations for work…
Bowen Island Municipality has received national recognition from the Canadian Association of Municipal Administrators (CAMA) for its Bowen Island Community Centre project. The Municipality was awarded the 2026 CAMA Willis Award for Innovation in the Under 20,000 population category during…
A structural concern has been identified on one of the timber piles at the Snug Cove Municipal Dock. A professional engineer has been engaged to inspect the dock and we are working to repair or replace the affected pile as…
Residents are advised of several upcoming infrastructure projects that may impact travel in the area. Please see details below: Culvert Replacement – Upper OceanviewCrews will be replacing a culvert on upper Oceanview on Thursday, June 11, 2026, from approximately 8:30…
